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Operating InstructionsOperating Instructions
Using the Pasta Function
When using the pasta function do not
go beyond the max line, in the cooking
pot as the water will boil over and leak
out of the pot. The maximum level of
water is 1.6 qt (1.8L).
1. Place cooking pot into the unit.
2. Fill the cooking pot with the
required amount of water and 1 tsp
oil, salt if desired.
3. Press down on the cover until it
clicks into place.
4. Plug the detachable cord into the
rear of the unit then plug the cord
into a grounded-type 120V AC
electrical wall outlet.
5. Press the function button three (3)
times until the arrow on the LCD
display is pointing to the pasta
function. (Fig. 10) The numbers on
the LCD display will not flash.
Using the Soup Function for
5. If more than one hour is required,
press the adjust button to change
the number of hours up to a
maximum of 4 hours.
6. Press the timer button to get the
“:00” to flash. This means the
minutes can be set for the
steaming time required.
7. Press the adjust button to increase
the minutes required for soups or
stews. The minutes can be
adjusted up to :59 minutes.
Choose the cooking time required
based on type of dish being
prepared and amount.
8. Press the start button to begin the
cooking process. The “:” (colon) on
the LCD display will flash
indicating that the timer is counting
down.
9. When the function is complete the
unit will beep. One minute later if
the stop button has not been
pressed the unit will switch to the
keep warm function for six (6)
hours.
10.Empty the water collector after
each use. Allow the unit to cool
completely before cleaning.
Soups or Stews
Note: If using meat, see recipe
section for directions on browning.
1. Plug unit into the wall outlet.
2. Fill the cooking pot with ingredients
for stew or soup.
3. Press down on the cover until it
clicks into place.
4. Press the function button two (2)
times until the arrow on the LCD
display is pointing to the soup
function. (Fig. 9) The numbers “01”
will flash on the LCD display. The
default time for the soup function is
1 hour.
Soup Selected
Fig. 9
6. Press the start button.
7. The unit will begin to boil the water.
8. Once the water has come to a boil
the unit will beep.
9. Prepare the pasta by placing in the
pasta/steamer insert. Break in half if
too long for the insert.
10.To insert the handle onto the pasta/
steamer insert, squeeze the ends of
the handle and slide into guides on
pasta/steamer insert and release the
handle ends.
11.Open the cover and carefully place
the pasta/steamer insert into the
cooking pot.
Caution: The water and steam are hot
add the insert with extreme caution to
avoid burns or injury.
12.Remove the handle from the pasta/
steamer insert.
13.Close the cover and press the adjust
button to adjust the minutes required
for cooking the type of pasta. The
maximum time that can be set on the
pasta function is 18 minutes.
14.Press the start button.
15.When the unit beeps again the pasta
is ready. Press the stop button and
unplug the unit.
Pasta Selected
Fig. 10
10. If rice or other grains are found on
the heating plate inside the main
unit, they must be removed to
avoid inadequate cooking. Use a
damp sponge to wipe the surface
of the heating plate clean. Do not
use any detergent on the heating
plate.
Note: Do not use metal utensils or
sharp metal objects such as a knife to
remove food particles, this will
damage the non-stick surfaces of the
unit.
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Operating Instructions
Hints and Tips for Perfect Rice
• For best results when cooking
rice, leave the rice settle in the
unit for a few minutes before
opening cover.
• Stir rice thoroughly before
serving.
• To obtain a softer rice, allow the
rice to soak in the cooking pot for
10-15 minutes before cooking.
• Do not keep rice warm for more
than 10 hours.
• Do not use metal utensils to stir
rice, wooden utensils work best
Cleaning and Maintenance
for perfect tasting rice.
The multi cooker should be cleaned
thoroughly after every use:
1. Unplug unit from the wall outlet
and allow to cool completely.
2. Remove the detachable cord from
the main unit.
3. Do not immerse the main unit into
water or other liquids.
4. Do not use abrasive cleaners,
scouring pads or steel wool.
5. To wash the cooking pot,
pasta/steamer insert, or the
poacher/warmer; fill with hot
water and let it soak. Hand wash
with a sponge and mild detergent.
These components are also top
rack dishwasher safe.
6. Remove the steam vent and clean
all parts thoroughly and allow to air
dry before replacing in unit.
7. Lift the carry handle to remove the
water collector from the rear of the
unit and hand wash with warm
soapy water.
8. The cover and inside the main unit
should be wiped down with a damp
soapy cloth and then rinsed with a
clear water cloth.
9. To clean the exterior of the unit,
lightly wipe with a damp cloth.