Presto 05811 rice cooker
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1. P R ESTO Visit us on the web at www GoPresto com 8 Cup Cool Touch Electric Rice Cooker Steame e Cooks white and brown rice to perfection every time e One touch control for easy operation e Automatically switches to keep warm mode when cooking is complete e Steams vegetables and cooks rice at the same time for added convenience PRESTO gt 8 G Rice Cooker Steamer Cooking Capacity White Rice 2 to 8 cups Brown Rice 2 to 4 cups Estas instrucciones tambi n estan disponibles en espa ol Para obtener una copia impresa e Descargue en formato PDF en www GoPresto com espanol e Env e un mensaje de correo electr nico a contact GoPresto com e Llame al 1 800 877 0441 oprima 2 y deje un mensaje INSTRUCTIONS 007 rers This is a Listed appliance The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manu factrers IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage when using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following Read all instructions Do not touch hot surfaces Use handles or knobs To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord plug or the rice cooker base in water or other liquid To avoid electrical shock cook only in the provided removable pot Never exceed the MAX fill level Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or2. SALES AND STORAGE COMPANY Presto Factory Service Department 555 Matthews Dr Canton MS 39046 0529 The Presto Factory Service Department is equipped to service all PRESTO appliances and supply genuine PRESTO parts Genuine PRESTO replacement parts are manufactured to the same exacting quality standards as PRESTO appliances and are engineered specifically to function properly with its appliances Presto can only guarantee the quality and performance of genuine PRESTO parts Look alikes might not be of the same quality or function in the same manner To ensure that you are buying genuine PRESTO replacement parts look for the PRESTO trademark PRESTO Limited Warranty This quality PRESTO appliance is designed and built to provide many years of satisfactory performance under normal household use Presto pledges to the original owner that should there be any defects in material or workmanship during the first year after purchase we will repair or replace it at our option Our pledge does not apply to damage caused by shipping To obtain service under the warranty return this PRESTO appliance shipping prepaid to the Presto Factory Service Department When returning a product please include a description of the defect and indicate the date the appliance was purchased We want you to obtain maximum enjoyment from using this PRESTO appliance and ask that you read and follow the instructions enclosed Failure to fol
3. because it is made of anodized aluminum the outside of the pot will discolor due to the caustic nature of the dishwashing detergent Do not use steel wool scouring pads or abrasive cleansers on the rice pot or on the rice cooker base Important Always make sure the rice pot is completely dry before placing it back into the rice cooker base Placing a wet rice pot into the rice cooker may damage the unit and cause it to malfunction The steaming basket measuring scoop and rice paddle may be washed in a dishwasher or in hot soapy water Wipe the inside of the cover and the interior and exterior of the rice cooker base with a soft damp cloth Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth DO NOT IMMERSE RICE COOKER BASE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID condensation from the rice cooker cover when the cover is opened after cooking Push the two lines on the lower portion of the collector Then grab the sides of the collector and pull it out from the base Empty any moisture that has collected Wash the collector and reinsert it into the rice cooker base by fitting the two grooves on the sides of the collector over the tabs on the rice cooker base Then push the collector back into position Note At times there may be no moisture or p Condensation very little moisture in the collector The amount of moisture will depend on how J collector much condensation is remaining on the cover when it is opened While holding the vent in both hands turn th
4. the rice cooker when the unit is not in use WHITE RICE COOKING CHART See special instructions below for cooking brown rice WHITE RICE APPROXIMATE APPROXIMATE COOKED RAW NE WATER MARKING ee COOKING TIME RICE YIELD RICE inst MEASUREMENT inside removable pot minutes 6 ounce cup 1 rice scoop 1 line 10 ounces 290 ml 17 to 20 2 cups 2 rice scoops 2 line 16 ounces 470 ml 19 to 23 4 cups 3 rice scoops 3 line 22 ounces 650 ml 22 to 26 6 cups 4 rice scoops 4 line 28 ounces 830 ml 25 to 31 8 cups The rice measuring scoop provided is equal to 180 ml or 6 ounces The maximum capacity for this rice cooker is 8 cups of cooked rice Do not place more than 4 rice scoops of uncooked white rice into the unit at one time Cooking times may vary depending on household voltage The higher the voltage the shorter the cooking time the lower the voltage the longer the cooking time Special Instructions for Cooking Brown Rice Do not cook more than 2 rice scoops of brown rice For 1 rice scoop of brown rice use the same water mark as for 1 rice scoop of white rice For 2 rice scoops of brown rice measure out 3 rice scoops 18 ounces or 540 ml of water and add to the pot To Steam Food 1 When steaming only pour 1 rice measuring scoop of water into the rice pot 2 Make sure the exterior of the rice pot is dry and clean and then place the pot into the cooker base Fill steaming basket with desired foo
5. 0 minutes Squash yellow zucchini 14 inch slices 9 11 minutes FISH POULTRY Fish 1 inch thick 14 16 minutes Shrimp 12 15 minutes Chicken boneless chicken breasts 25 28 minutes Cooking times may vary due to the maturity of the vegetables as well as the size of the pieces Cook the vegetables the minimum amount of time indicated if you prefer your vegetables crisp If you prefer your vegetables soft cook the maximum amount of time indicated HELPFUL HINTS e If desired white rice may be rinsed in cold water prior to cooking Rinsing makes rice less sticky by removing some of the starch Rinse rice in another bowl or colander until water is clear Brown rice which has the bran intact does not benefit from rinsing Like other rice cookers the cooked rice that is in contact with the bottom of the rice pot will have a light brown crust like appearance This is normal This brown crust may be minimized with white rice if you soak the rice prior to cooking Rice can be flavored by using a combination of water and broth or broth alone If broth is substituted for water use the same amount of broth as you would water Brown rice requires more water and takes longer to cook than white rice See the special instructions for cooking brown rice on page 3 Different rices cook up moister and softer than others In addition firmness of the rice is a matter of personal preference Water amounts may be adjusted to achieve d
6. If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way e A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord An extension cord may be used if care is properly exercised in its use e If an extension cord is used the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally BEFORE FIRST USE 1 Remove all packaging materials 2 Become familiar with the various parts of the rice cooker Fig A and read and follow the instructions carefully 3 Wash the rice pot and accessories according to the Care and Cleaning instructions steps 2 through 4 on page 5 HOW TO USE Removable Cover Important For proper heat Rice paddle steam vent handle Cover release holder Hinged transfer between the rice cooker button i ee ee base and the removable pot i a Water measurement S before each use be sure the lines Cond bottom of the removable pot and a ae pau E the heating plate within the rice cooker base Fig B are free of debris In addition to prevent Removable rice i Caer electrical shock be sure the pot S outside of the removable pot is TOET Rice cooker completely dry before pl
7. acing it basket base into the rice cooker base To Cook Rice 1 Place the rice cooker on C Rice paddle a dry level heat resistant Fig A Cock indicator WSs surface To avoid steam light ae contro damage to cabinets position Rice measuring ee the rice cooker so it is not scoop ZP directly under cabinets 2 Open the rice cooker cover by pressing the cover release button Fig A and lift the hinged cover so it is in a fully upright position Remove the rice pot if it is in place 3 Using the rice measuring scoop provided measure the desired amount of rice and pour into the pot One level scoop of uncooked rice will yield 2 scoops of cooked rice Note The rice measuring scoop provided is 180 ml or 6 ounces the rice industry standard rather than 240 ml or 8 ounces 4 Using the water measurement lines inside the pot Fig A fill the pot with the appropriate amount of water see the chart below For example if cooking 2 measuring scoops of rice add enough water to fill up to line 2 marked on the pot Note that the liquid measurement is also included in the chart if you prefer to measure the water with a liquid measuring cup Water amounts may be adjusted for firmer or moister rice see Helpful Hints on page 5 Never exceed the MAX fill level Overfilling may result in water boiling over the top of the rice pot 5 Make sure the exterior of the rice pot is dry and clean Then place the pot into the cooke
8. d Position the filled basket onto the rim of the rice pot 3 Close the cover securely and plug the rice cooker into a 120 volt wall outlet 4 Press the one touch control down and the red COOK light will illuminate Refer to the steaming chart on page 4 for approximate steaming times and set a timer for the suggested time Caution During cooking and warming it is normal for steam to escape from the steam vent in the cover To prevent steam burns keep hands and face away from the vent 5 Once the suggested time is up carefully open the cover to check for doneness If cooking is complete unplug the rice cooker 6 Using hot pads grasp the two handles on the sides of the steamer basket and immediately lift the basket out of the pot Remove food from steaming basket To Cook Rice and Steam Food Simultaneously When cooking rice and steaming food at the same time do not cook more than 3 scoops uncooked white rice or 2 scoops uncooked brown rice 1 Place the desired amount of rice and recommended amount of water into the rice pot Refer to the To Cook Rice instructions on pages 2 and 3 and begin cooking rice as directed Refer to the steaming chart below for steaming times Only those foods that have steaming times similar to the cooking time for the amount of rice being prepared should be placed in the rice cooker at the same time as the rice For best results foods with shorter cooking times should be added toward the end of t
9. e cap counterclockwise to disassemble it from the vent chamber Wash the cap and chamber in hot soapy water Do not remove the rubber disk on the bottom of the vent chamber Reassemble the cap portion to the vent chamber Reinsert the vent into the rice cooker cover so the vent slots are towards the outer edge of the cooker Consumer Service Information If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Presto appliance or need parts for your appliance contact us by any of these methods e Call 1 800 877 0441 weekdays 8 00 AM to 4 30 PM Central Time e Email us at our website www GoPresto com e Write NATIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES INC Consumer Service Department 3925 North Hastings Way Eau Claire WI 54703 3703 When contacting the Consumer Service Department please indicate the model number and the date code for the rice cooker These numbers can be found on the bottom of the rice cooker base Please record this information Model Number Date Code Date Purchased Inquiries will be answered promptly by email telephone or letter When emailing or writing please include a phone number and a time when you can be reached during weekdays if possible Any maintenance required for this product other than normal household care and cleaning should be performed by our Factory Service Department Be sure to indicate date of purchase and a description of defect when sending an appliance for repair Send appliances for repair to CANTON
10. esired texture Try adding for softer rice or reducing for firmer rice water in 2 tablespoon increments for each scoop of rice cooked until the rice is to the desired moisture level Never exceed the MAX fill level For flavorful rice pilafs or casseroles saut your favorite chopped veggies with desired spices in a small amount of vegetable oil in a skillet until veggies are translucent and tender Follow steps 3 and 4 of the To Cook Rice instructions see pages 2 and 3 add the saut ed veggies and proceed with steps 5 through 10 To prevent loss of steam and heat do not open the rice cooker during cooking The exception is when it is necessary to add food for steaming A kitchen timer is very helpful if you want to know approximately when the rice will be ready to serve Simply set the timer for the maximum cooking time and add 10 minutes for the warming period The rice paddle fits into the rice paddle holder for convenient stirring serving and storing Insert the paddle so the indented scoop side is towards the rice cooker CARE AND CLEANING Remove the condensation collector on the side of the base Fig C it collects After each use pull the steam vent out of the rice cooker cover Remove plug from wall outlet and allow rice cooker to cool completely before cleaning Remove the rice pot Wash it in warm water and a mild detergent Rinse and dry thoroughly The rice pot may be washed in a dishwasher however
11. he rice cooking time so they are done at the same time as the rice Place the desired food into the steaming basket Open the cover being careful to avoid escaping steam and position the filled basket onto the rim of the rice pot Close the cover securely and set a timer for the suggested steaming time refer to the chart below Once the suggested steaming time is up carefully open the cover and check for doneness If cooking is complete using hot pads carefully grasp the two handles on the sides of the steamer basket and carefully lift the basket out of the pot If additional cooking time is needed for the rice close cover and allow rice to continue cooking until done When the rice is finished cooking the unit will automatically switch to the WARM mode and the amber WARM light will illuminate Do not leave rice in the pot on the WARM setting for more than 8 hours Always unplug the rice cooker when the unit is not in use STEAMING CHART Food may be steamed while the rice is cooking Steam foods together that have similar cooking times When not cooking rice use 1 rice measuring scoop of water for steaming VEGETABLES SUGGESTED STEAMING TIME Asparagus 12 15 minutes Broccoli florets 10 12 minutes Cabbage cut into 1 to 2 inch wedges 12 16 minutes Carrots baby cut 18 22 minutes Cauliflower florets 12 15 minutes Green beans 17 22 minutes Spinach 8 1
12. low instructions damage caused by improper replacement parts abuse or misuse will void this pledge This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This is Presto s personal pledge to you and is being made in place of all other express warranties NATIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES INC Eau Claire WI 54703 3703 Form 72 977A
13. near children Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or in the event the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner Return the appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for examination repair or adjustment 8 To avoid steam burns keep hands and face away from the steam vent during use In addition use extreme caution when opening the cover during and after cooking 9 Never hold down the one touch control Holding the control down will damage the unit 10 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries 11 Do not use outdoors 12 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces 13 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven 14 Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids 15 To disconnect remove plug from wall outlet 16 Do not use appliance for other than intended use SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY 1 NAYADNBWN KR Important Cord Information e 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 into the outlet reverse the plug
14. r base so it is centered and the bottom is in direct contact with the heating plate Fig B Failure to correctly position the pot may result in the rice cooker malfunctioning Caution Never add water to the cooker base or cook without the pot in place If desired rice may be rinsed or soaked prior to cooking See Helpful Hints on page 5 2 6 Close the cover securely and plug the rice cooker into a 120 volt wall outlet 7 Press the one touch control down and the red COOK light will illuminate Important Never hold down the control as this will damage the unit Caution During cooking and warming it is normal for steam to escape from the cover vent To prevent steam burns keep hands and face away from the vent 8 When cooking is complete the unit automatically switches to the WARM mode and the amber WARM light will illuminate Allow rice to stand for approximately 10 minutes before opening the cover to ensure optimum texture and moisture levels 9 Open cover gently fluff rice using paddle provided and serve Caution Use caution when opening the cover as hot steam may escape Hot steam can cause burns Note The rice pot features a premium nonstick finish for stick free cooking To help protect this special surface use the paddle which was included with your rice cooker Using metal utensils in the rice pot may damage the nonstick finish 10 Do not leave rice in the pot on the WARM setting for more than 8 hours Always unplug
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