Be particularly careful when handling the inner pan.
Use only the inner pan (Clay Ceramic)
made exclusively for this rice cooker.
Using any other pans may result in
overheating or malfunctions.
Do not subject the inner pan to strong
shocks, such as dropping it or hitting
it against hard objects.
Doing so may cause injuries or damage.
Do not
touch!
Do not touch the inner pan directly
during cooking or immediately
afterward, and be sure to use a pot
holder or a protective item.
Otherwise the high temperature may
cause burns.
●Observe the following instructions strictly; not
doing so may cause the inner pan to be damaged
or broken or may cause the fluorine-treated
surface to swell or peel.
•Do not prepare foods other than those on the Food Menu.
•Do not put the inner pan over a gas flame or on an
electromagnetic cooker. Do not heat it in a microwave
oven.
•Do not cook with an empty inner pan. Do not cool the pan
quickly.
•Use the Keep Warm function for white rice only; do not use
it for other rice types, such as Mixed Rice or Bean Rice.
•Do not use vinegar in the inner pan.
•Use only the supplied spatula or wooden spatulas.
•Do not use hard utensils, such as metal ladles, spoons or
whisks.
•Do not place colanders or strainers inside the inner pan.
•Do not place tableware or other hard utensils in the inner
pan to wash them.
•Do not use hard mater ials such as metal or nylon
scrubbers to clean the inner pan.
•Do not use a dishwasher/dryer.
●If the inner pan is damaged, scratched or
cracked, please contact the store where you
purchased the rice cooker.
●The fluorine treatment of the inner pan may
become worn with use, leading to peeling, but
this is not harmful to the human body, and
does not affect the cooking or heat retention
per formance. If you are worried about it, or
if there is deformation or corrosion, you can
purchase a new one. Please contact the store
where you purchased the rice cooker.
This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with physical
dif ficulties or lack of experienc e and
knowledge-unless they have been given
sup er vision or instruc tion conc er ning
to the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for his/her safety.
Noncompliance to this instruction may result in
burns, electric shock or injury.
Do not use the cooker if there is any
damage to the power cord or the wall
outlet, or if the plug cannot be fully
inserted into the outlet.
Noncompliance with this instruction may result
in electrical shock, short-circuiting, or fire.
Connect the plug so that the prongs are
fully inserted into the outlet.
Noncompliance with these instructions may
result in electrical shock, short-circuiting,
smoke, or fire.
1Safety Instructions
*The precautions described below are intended to protect the user and other individuals from
physical harm and to safeguard against damage to property.
Be sure to follow the instructions since they are important safeguards.
*Do not remove the safety instructions seal attached to the unit.
Safety instructions are classified and described
as shown below, according to the level of harm
and damage caused by improper use of ignoring
instructions.
Use only a 220 V AC power source.
Using the product at another voltage may
result in fire or electrical shock.
Use an AC outlet with a rating of 7A or
higher exclusively, and do not use an
extension cord or plug.
Plugging other devices into the same outlet
may cause the extension cord to overheat,
resulting in a fire.
Clean the plug if it is dirty.
A dirty plug may cause a fire.
Do not damage the power cord. Do not use
a damaged power cord.
Do not modify, bend, pull, twist or bundle the
cord. Do not expose it to heat. Do not rest
anything heavy on the power cord. Do not clip
it onto anything. Noncompliance with these
instructions may result in fire or electrical
shock.
Read all warnings and instructions before using the rice cooker.
Do not connect or disconnect the plug
with wet hands.
Handling the AC power cord with wet hands
may result in electrical shock or injury.
Do not use the rice cooker in any ways
not specifically covered in the Instruction
Manual (including the COOK BOOK).
Improper use may cause steam or the
contents of the rice cooker to spray, resulting
in burns or other injuries.
(Examples of cooking-method types that
should not be done)
• Heating ingredients or seasonings inside a
plastic bag or similar item.
• Using wax paper or other products for a
drop-lid when cooking.
Stop using the rice cooker immediately in
the event of trouble.
Continued use in anything but proper working
order may result in fire, electrical shock or
injury.
(Examples of trouble)
• If the AC cord or plug becomes hot during use
• If smoke exudes from the rice cooker or a
burning odor is detected
• If the rice cooker is cracked, loose or rattling
• If the inner pan is deformed
• Other troubles
Immediately unplug the AC cord from its
outlet and contact the place of purchase for
inspection and servicing.
Do not immerse the rice cooker in water or
splash it with water.
Immersing or splashing may result in short-
circuiting or electrical shock.
Do not modify the rice cooker.
Disassembly or repairs should only
be performed by qualified service
representatives.
Noncompliance with this instruction may result
in fire, electrical shock, or injury.
Do not insert pins, needles, or other metal
objects into the air intake, air exhaust, or
gaps between parts.
Inserting such objects may result in electrical
shock or injury due to malfunction.
Air intake
Air exhaust
Never open the lid while
cooking rice.☆
Opening the lid may
result in burns.
Do not place your face and hands near the
steam vent.
Touching the steam vent may result in burns.
Keep out of reach of children and infants.
Do not allow children alone to use the rice
cooker. Keep it out of reach of infants.
Noncompliance with this instruction may result
in burns, electrical shock, or injury.
☆ "While cooking" includes all cooking and washing steps.
The symbol indicates a
warning or caution. The specific
details of the warning or caution are
indicated inside the symbol or in a
picture or text near the symbol.
The symbol indicates an
action which is prohibited. The
specific details of prohibited
matters are indicated inside the
symbol or in a picture or text near
the symbol.
The symbol indicates an action
or instruction to be taken.
The specific details of instructed
matters are indicated inside the
symbol or in a picture or text near
the symbol.
Description of symbols used
This indicates “There is a possibility
of death or serious injury*1” when an
improper handling of the unit is taken
by the user.
This indicates “There is a possibility
of injury*2 or damage to property*3”
when the unit is improperly handled
by the user.
*1: “Serious injury” is defined here as a medical condition such as loss of
sight, injuries, burns (high-temperature or low-temperature burns),
electric shocks, broken bones or poisoning which will have after-
effects and/or which will require hospitalization or long-term outpatient
care.
*2: “Injury” is defined here as a physical injury, a scald or an electric shock
which will not require hospital treatment or long-term outpatient care.
*3: “Damage to property” is defined here as damage extending to
buildings, household effects, domestic animals, pets, etc.
Warning
Caution
CAUTION
Warning
Disassembly
is prohibited.
No wet
hand
Do not
touch!
No
wetting!
Be sure to observe the following
instructions when using the rice cooker.
