Westinghouse WST3007ZE User's Manual
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1. Cont STORAGE 1 Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and clean all parts Be sure all parts are dry before storing Store appliance in its box or in a clean dry place Never store it while it is hot wet or still plugged in Never wrap Power Cord around the appliance 2 To avoid damage to the Cooking Pot or Glass Lid wrap a soft cloth around the Lid and store it upside down over the Cooking Pot 15 TROUBLE SHOOTING Symptom No Indicator Lights are Illuminated Water overflows during cooking Cooked rice is too dry or not completely cooked Cooked rice is too watery Possible Solutions Make sure the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker is plugged in Before cooking make sure you don t fill above top water level Make sure Lid is closed before cooking Before cooking make sure you add enough water to the Cooking Pot for the total amount of raw rice added After cooking add 1 4 cup water and raise Selector Lever to WARM Mode for 10 minutes Stir Check between the Cooking Pot and Heating Plate Thermostat Assembly for any foreign sub stances Be sure the area is clean Before cooking make sure you don t add too much water to the Cooking Pot for the total amount of raw rice added Check between the Cooking Pot and Heating Plate Thermostat Assembly for any foreign substances Be sure the area is clean Make sure the cooking cycle is not interrupted If the Power Cord is unplugged the unit2. 1 year from the original purchase date This product warranty covers only the original consumer purchaser of the product Warranty Coverage This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident in shipment unreasonable use misuse neglect improper service com mercial use repairs by unauthorized personnel normal wear and tear improper assembly installation or maintenance abuse or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or workmanship This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the USA or Canada and does not extend to any units which have been used in violation of written instructions furnished with the product or to units which have been altered or modified or to damage to products or parts thereof which have had the serial number removed altered defaced or rendered illegible Implied Warranties ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED WHICH THE PURCHASER MAY HAVE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PUR CHASE Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you Warranty Performance During the above one year warranty period a product with a defect will be either repaired or replaced with a comparable model when the product is returned to Zellers The repaired or replacement product will be in war ranty for the balance of the one year warranty period and an additional one month period No c
3. electric shock by unplugging the Rice Cooker before washing or adding water Never plug in the Rice Cooker without the Cooking Pot inside the Main Housing To avoid burns stay clear of the Steam Hole during cooking Also wait for the Rice Cooker to cool down completely before touching or cleaning the Main Housing and Glass Lid Never use the Cooking Pot on a gas or electric cooktop or on an open flame Do not leave the plastic Rice Paddle or Rice Measuring Cup in the Cooking Pot while on and in use Lift off lid carefully to avoid scalding and allow water to drip into Rice Cooker To reduce the risk of electric shock cook only in the removable container Cooking Pot Do not pour liquid directly into the Main Housing Never put liquid into the Main Housing only into the Cooking Pot POLARIZED PLUG This appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other To reduce the risk of electric shock this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord The use of an extension cord is not recommended ELECTRIC POWER If the electrical circuit is overloaded with ot
4. not remove Cover until ready to serve The Cooking Pot remains very hot after cooking or keeping warm Use a pot holder when handling WHY RICE Grains including rice are finally getting the attention they deserve as they move into the nutritional spotlight The new USDA dietary recom mendations highlight grains as an essential part of a healthy whole foods diet With their impressive fiber complex carbohydrates and pro tein profiles they are without a doubt some of Mother Nature s most perfect foods Grains are the edible portion of cereal plants The grain or kernel is technically a complete fruit and houses most of its nutritional value In addition to their high fiber content grains are an excellent source of B vitamins and many minerals including magnesium iron zinc potassium and selenium The germ oils found in the germ layers of whole grains contain vitamin E an important antioxidant GRAIN GLOSSARY Rice is a staple food in many countries Although long grain rice is consumed more than any other rice around the world it is inferior to brown rice in both taste and nutrition Brown rice is not only more complete nutritionally it has a wonderful nutty aroma and flavor 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cont GRAIN GLOSSARY Cont Polished rice white has been bleached cleaned pearled polished with talc then often oiled and coated This refining process causes the loss of its hull bran and germ which are re
5. will not operate and the rice will not cook 16 TROUBLE SHOOTING Cont Symptom Rice is scorched Steam escapes between Glass Lid and Cooking Pot during cooking Warmed rice smells bad or discolored Possible Solutions Check between the Cooking Pot and Heating Plate Thermostat Assembly for any foreign sub stances Be sure the area is clean Be sure to wash the Cooking Pot after each use Be careful not to add easily scorched ingredients such as sugar to the recipe before cooking Check between the Glass Lid and Cooking Pot for foreign substances including rice kernels that may prevent the Glass Lid from closing all the way Be sure the area is clean For best results don t use the WARM option with brown rice The bran in unrefined grains can break down when kept at low heat for extended periods of time causing an unpleasant smell and taste Make sure the Glass Lid is properly centered in position over Cooking Pot when using the WARM Mode Be sure to wash the Cooking Pot after each use Make sure you don t leave the Rice Paddle or other plastics in the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker while it is cooking or warming If none of these Trouble Shooting solutions are successful contact our Consumer Service Dept at 800 233 9054 for further advice 17 LIMITED ONE YEAR PRODUCT WARRANTY Warranty This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one
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7. 5 CUP COOL TOUCH RICE COOKER MODEL WST3007ZE Ww Westinghouse IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 1 2 3 10 LG 12 13 Read all instructions Do not touch hot surfaces Use handles or knobs To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord plugs or appliance in water or other liquid Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Unplug from outlet when not in use and before clean ing Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner Contact Consumer Service for examination repair or adjustment The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries Do not use outdoors Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids To disconnect raise Selector Lever to WARM then remove plug from wall outlet Do not use appliance for other than intended use SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For Household Use Only ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION HOT SURFACES This appliance gen
8. articles fall into the bottom of the Main Housing because they might prevent the Heating Plate Thermostat Assembly from fitting tightly against the bottom of the Cooking Pot and cause inadequate cooking Use the plastic Rice Paddle or a wooden spoon to stir and remove food from the Cooking Pot NEVER use any metal utensils Never use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads because they can damage the finish of both the Cooking Pot and Main Housing CARE AND CLEANING 1 4 PLEASE NOTE It is normal to have a brown rice crust coating the bottom layer of the Cooking Pot when the rice has finished cooking and steaming This appliance should be cleaned after every use Unplug the unit from the wall outlet NEVER immerse Main Housing or Power Cord in water Allow the unit to cool before cleaning Let the Rice Cooker cool Fill Cooking Pot with warm water and allow to sit for a while Wash in warm soapy water with a sponge and dry thoroughly with a cloth The Glass Lid Wire Cooking Rack Rice Measuring Cup and Rice Paddle may also be washed in warm soapy water CAUTION Handle the Glass Lid with extreme care as it may become slippery when wet 5 6 re Never wash any removable parts of the Rice Cooker in the dishwasher The Main Housing can be wiped clean with a soft slightly damp cloth or sponge NEVER POUR LIQUID INTO THE MAIN HOUSING OR IMMERSE IT IN WATER 14 USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
9. bohy drates in our diets Because brown rice is about 8 protein 87 carbo hydrates and almost no fat it is a perfect ingredient in a healthful diet Because rice is a valuable source of carbohydrates it is starchy by nature To obtain fluffier less starchy rice you can rinse the rice before cooking But by rinsing or soaking the rice you lose some of the vitamins which are water soluble Please refer to your rice package directions for specific instructions TYPES OF RICE Brown Rice Contains more vitamin B complex iron and calcium and takes longer to cook than white rice Its flavor is nutty and its texture is chewy See Cooking Chart OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cont TYPES OF RICE Cont White Rice Includes several kinds of white rice most of which can be prepared in your 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker Long Grain Rice Less starchy than short grain rice so it separates into individual grains more than short grain rice Short Grain Rice More moist and tender than long grain rice It has a softer texture and starchier flavor White rice will take about 20 25 minutes to cook brown rice approxi mately 50 minutes When rice is done the Selector Lever will rise and the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker will automatically go into the WARM Mode Allow rice to stand on WARM for 10 to 15 minutes to ensure fluffy rice You can keep cooked rice on the WARM setting for several hours without the taste of the rice being affected Do
10. e Cooking Pot RAW RICE WATER TO BE ADDED 2 Rice Measuring Cups 2 Rice Measuring Cups 3 Rice Measuring Cups 3 Rice Measuring Cups 4 Rice Measuring Cups A Rice Measuring Cups 5 Rice Measuring Cups 5 Rice Measuring Cups OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cont COOKING RICE Cont 7A Or you may measure the water using the markings on the inside of the Cooking Pot MAX LEVEL C Do not add water above this Line Add rice to Cooking Pot first then add water to the corresponding level Example To prepare 3 cups of raw rice rinse rice and add to the Cooking Pot add water up to LEVEL INDICATOR 3 As you gain experience adjust water to personal taste Replace the Cooking Pot back into the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker s Main Housing Rotate it slightly to make sure that it is well seated on the Heating Plate Thermostat Assembly NOTE Always wipe the outside of the Cooking Pot completely dry before use If the outside of the Cooking Pot is wet when placed into the Cooker this may cause a cracking noise while the unit heats up Also this may cause damage to the inner workings of the appliance 9 Replace the Glass Lid CAUTION Do not operate the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker without replacing the Lid Burns or other serious injury may occur Plug the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker into a 120V AC electrical outlet Press the Rice Cooking Selector Lever down the COOK Light will illuminate and the cooking p
11. erates heat and escaping steam during use Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns fires or other injury to persons or damage to property l A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance All users of this appli ance must read and understand this Owner s Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning To avoid electric shock never immerse or rinse this appliance in water or any other liquid If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water unplug it from the wall outlet immediately Do not reach into the water When using this appliance provide adequate air space above and on all sides for air circulation Do not operate this appliance while it is touching or near curtains wall coverings clothing dishtowels or other flammable materials To reduce the risk of fire do not leave this appliance unattended during use If this appliance begins to malfunction during use immediately unplug the cord Do not use or attempt to repair a malfunctioning appliance The cord to this appliance should only be plugged into a 120V AC electrical wall outlet Do not use this appliance in an unstable position Do not use the Cooking Pot or Glass Lid if cracked or damaged Do not use the WARM Mode to reheat cold rice or other foods Avoid
12. es of water to the Cooking Pot Place the Wire Cooking Rack on the bottom of the Cooking Pot Larger vegetables can be placed directly on the Wire Cooking Rack A heat resistant steaming basket may be used to cook small er vegetables Place steaming basket in the bottom of the Cooking Pot and add smaller vegetables Replace Glass Lid Replace Cooking Pot back into the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker s Main Housing Rotate it slightly to make sure that it is well seated on the Heating Plate Thermostat Assembly Plug into a 120V AC electrical outlet Press the Rice Cooking Selector Lever down to the COOK mode The COOK Light will illuminate The cooking process begins as soon as the Light illuminates The times in the cooking chart are approximate Set a timer and check for doneness at the suggested cooking time continue cook ing if necessary The size and shape as well as personal taste may call for adjustments If you want softer vegetables add more water if necessary and steam for additional time Do not allow the water in the Cooking Pot to boil dry At the end of the cooking time raise the Selector Lever to WARM and unplug the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker from the wall NOTE Using the WARM mode for vegetables is not recommended Use the Rice Paddle provided or any other non metallic long handle utensil to remove the vegetables from the Rice Cooker Allow the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker to cool completely be
13. ese instructions and refer to them often If the outside of the Cooking Pot is wet when placed into the Cooker this may cause a cracking noise while the unit heats up Also this may cause damage to the inner working of the appliance so always wipe the outside of the Cooking Pot completely dry before use OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COOKING RICE Many varieties of rice can be used including basmati wild black rice arborio risotto saffron rice brown and long grain Do not use this Rice Cooker to cook instant rice A 180 ml cup Rice Measuring Cup is included with your Rice Cooker 1 Make sure the Rice Cooker is unplugged Take the Cooking Pot out of the Rice Cooker 2 Using the Rice Measuring Cup provided measure the amount of raw rice that you would like to cook NOTE Make sure that the rice is leveled when the Rice Measuring Cup is filled 3 For Best Results Rinse Your Rice Before Cooking Pour desired amount of rice into a separate container Wash and rinse the rice until the rinse water is clear For information regard ing rinsing rice please refer to Cooking Rice General Information Section 4 Place rinsed rice into the Cooking Pot 5 When using your Rice Cooker you may use either of 2 methods to measure the amount of water to use e The Rice Measuring Cup provided OR e The Markings on the inside of the Cooking Pot 6 When cooking long grain white rice using the Rice Measuring Cup add an equal amount of water to th
14. fore cleaning 12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cont FRESH VEGETABLE STEAMING CHART Vegetable Artichoke Whole Asparagus Baby Carrots Broccoli Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Cauliflower Green Beans Whole Potatoes All Purpose New Sweet Potato Suggested Amount Cooking Time 2 small cut tips off 25 30 min and insert upside down 1 Ib 24 27 min 1 Ib 35 40 min VY b 2 florets 1 stems 25 30 min 1 Ib 25 28 min Y small chunked 45 47 min 1 Ib 3 florets 1 stems 25 30 min 1 Ib tips removed 30 40 min 2 average size quartered 30 40 min 8 average size halved 25 30 min 2 medium 1 inch slices 30 35 min FROZEN VEGETABLE STEAMING CHART Vegetable Broccoli Spears Brussels Sprouts Cauliflower Suggested Amount Cooking Time 1 bag 16 oz 36 38 min 1 bag 16 oz 25 29 min 1 bag 16 oz 26 30 min 13 USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance contains no user serviceable parts Do not try to repair it yourself Any servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning must be performed by a qualified appliance repair technician Always remember to unplug the unit from the wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning 1 Be careful not to dent the Cooking Pot especially the bottom of it To work properly and produce the best cooking results the Cooking Pot must fit snugly on top of the thermostat DO NOT let loose grains of rice or other food p
15. harge will be made for such repair or replacement within the warranty period Important Notice If any parts are missing or defective return this product to the place of purchase Any questions or comments can be directed to the Consumer Relations Department Please write to or call Consumer Relations Dept P O Box 6916 Columbia MO 65205 6916 1 800 233 9054 Limitation of Remedies No representative or person is authorized to assume for us any other liability in connection with the sale of our products There shall be no claims for defects or failure of performance or product failure under any theory of tort contract or commercial law including but not limited to negligence gross neg ligence strict liability breach of warranty and breach of contract Repair replace ment or refund shall be the sole remedy of the purchaser under this warranty Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse quential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Legal Rights This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state province WESTINGHOUSE and YOU CAN BE SURE IF IT S WESTINGHOUSE are trademarks of WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC CORPORATION and used under license by Salton Inc In no event shall Salton be liable for any incidental or consequential damages losses or expenses Made in China 2
16. her appliances your appli ance may not operate properly It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WESTINGHOUSE WST3007ZE 5 CUP COOL TOUCH RICE COOKER PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATION 1 Lid Handle 8 WARM Light P N 21762 9 COOK Light 2 Glass Lid Assembly 10 Rice Cooking Selector P N 22274 Lever 3 Steam Hole 11 Heating Plate 4 Wire Cooking Rack 12 Thermostat P N 21764TM 13 Rice Measuring Cup 5 Non Stick Cooking Pot P N 21774TM P N 22275 14 Rice Paddle 6 Cool Touch Main Housing P N 21775TM 7 Power Cord with Polarized Plug BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME 3 Never place liquid in the Main Housing Place it only in the Read all instructions 2 Wash Cooking Pot Glass Lid Wire Cooking Rack Rice Measuring Cup and Rice Paddle in warm soapy water Rinse and dry well Never immerse Main Housing in water Cooking Pot Never try to force the Rice Cooking Selector Lever to stay in the COOK Mode after it has moved up to the WARM Mode Never plug in the Cooker without first placing the Cooking Pot inside the Main Housing Always be sure Cooking Pot contains liquid when you plug in the Cooker Remember that the Rice Measuring Cup is not a standard measuring cup When filled it measures approximately cup Never wash any removable parts of the Cooker in the dishwasher 10 11 Save th
17. moved from the grain along with most of its nutrients leaving only the starchy endosperm As white rice is rather bland when eaten by itself it is usually served under steamed or sauteed vegetables and topped with a flavorful sauce such as curry or peanut Long grain brown rice contains fiber and the nutrient rich bran and germ as well as the starchy endosperm In addition to being more fla vorful brown rice digests more slowly which provides energy over a longer period of time Brown rice is a satisfying meal companion and can even serve as the main focus for a meal While not as high in pro tein as wheat and some other grains 10 the high quality protein in brown rice is easily utilized by the body Brown rice is also a good source of the B vitamins and serval minerals including magnesium potassium zinc iron and selenium LONG GRAIN BROWN RICE COOKING CHART The 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker automatically switches from COOK Mode to WARM Mode when all the liquid evaporates from the Cooking Pot However for fluffy rice allow rice to stand for approxi mately 10 minutes covered on WARM before serving NOTE Always place rice in Cooking Pot before adding water AMOUNT OF RAW RICE WATER LEVEL INDICATOR 2 Rice Measuring Cups to 4 cup line 3 Rice Measuring Cups to 5 cup line 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cont USING THE WIRE COOKING RACK TO STEAM FOODS 1 2 3 Using a liquid measuring cup add 2 cups 20 ounc
18. rocess will begin 11 When the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker is done cooking the Selector Lever will rise and the Rice Cooker will automatically go into the WARM Mode For best results let the cooked rice sit for 15 minutes before stirring or removing This allows the steam to finish the cooking process OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cont COOKING RICE Cont 12 Mix the rice After rice has steamed for 15 minutes carefully open the Lid as steam will escape Use the Rice Paddle provided or any other non metal long handle utensil to scoop and mix the rice well Allow all steam to escape 13 Keep Warm When the cooking is completed the Selector Lever will rise and the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker will automatically go into the WARM Mode If the WARM Mode is not desired simply unplug the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker from the wall Do not touch the Main Housing or Cooking Pot until they have cooled completely 14 Allow the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker to cool completely before cleaning 15 When the 5 Cup Cool Touch Rice Cooker is not being used please keep it unplugged GENERAL INFORMATION Rice is grown on marshy land that floods easily It does not need to be milled or ground only the outer husks must be removed leaving behind what is known as brown or whole rice the most nutritious of rices Information has recently been published about more healthful ways to eat by consuming less fat less protein and more complex car
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