RK 3309 - Rice cooker CLATRONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RK 3309 CLATRONIC

Exterior view of a modern rice cooker with black handles and a clear lid (no text or symbols visible on body)

CE

REISKOCHER

Rjstkoker • Autocuiseur à riz • Cecedor de arroz • Fervedor para cozinhar arroz

Bollitore di riso • Rice Boiler • Maszynka do gotowania ryżu • Vařič rýže • Rizsłóz

D-47906 Kempen/Germany

General Safety Instructions

Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep the instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the box with the internal packing. If you give this device to other people, please also pass on the operating instructions.

• The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not fi t for commercial use. Do not use it outdoors. Keep it away from sources of heat, direct sunlight, humidity (never dip it into any liquid) and sharp edges. Do not use the appliance with wet hands. If the appliance is humid or wet, unplug it immediately.
• When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the appliance and always pull out the plug from the socket (pull the plug itself, not the lead) if the appliance is not being used and remove the attached accessories.
• Do not operate the machine without supervision. If you leave the room you should always turn the device off. Remove the plug from the socket.
• The device and the mains lead have to be checked regularly for signs of damage. If damage is found the device must not be used.
• Do not try to repair the appliance on your own. Always contact an authorized technician. To avoid the exposure to danger, always have a faulty cable be replaced only by the manufacturer, by our customer service or by a qualified person and with a cable of the same type.
  • Use only original spare parts.
• Pay careful attention to the following "Special Safety Instructions".

Children and Frail Individuals

- In order to ensure your children's safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach.

WARNING!

Caution! Do not allow small children to play with the foil as there is a danger of suffocation!

• This device is not intended to be used by individuals (including children) who have restricted physical, sensory or mental abilities and/or insufficient knowledge and/or experience, unless they are supervised by an individual who is responsible for their safety or have received instructions on how to use the device.
  • Children should be supervised at all times in order to ensure that they do not play with the device.

Symbols in these Instructions for Use

Important information for your safety is specially marked. It is essential to comply with these instructions in order to avoid accidents and prevent damage to the machine:

WARNING:

This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates possible injury risks.

CAUTION:

This refers to possible hazards to the machine or other objects.

i NOTE: This highlights tips and information.

Special safety instructions

WARNING:

• Hot steam is emitted from the lid during operation and when the lid is opened! Danger of scalding!
• Be sure to hold the lid only by the intended handles after cooking. Risk of steam burns!

CAUTION:

• Fill water into the rice pot only, never into the housing.
• Use the inner pot (rice pot) only as an insert for this device. It is not suitable for other hobs!

i NOTE:

A safety switch prevents the heating from being switched on if the rice pot is not correctly inserted.

• Place the appliance on an even, moisture and heat-resistant surface.
• Use a heat-resistant plate when placing on sensitive surfaces.
• Keep the unit at a safe distance from easily infl ammable objects such as furniture, curtains, etc. (30cm).

Scope of Supply

Housing

Rice pot

Steam insert

Lid

Line cord

Measuring cup

Spoon

How to use

Measuring cup

The measuring cup (CUP) in combination with the water level indicator in the rice pot helps determine the amount of water and rice.

For example, if you wish to cook 6 CUPs of rice, add 6 measuring cups of rice to the pot and fill with water to the respective (CUP) mark, e.g. 6.

Rice Quantity

• With this device you can boil a maximum of 1.5 kg of rice (gross weight). For this you require 3 litres of water. Depending on the type of rice, this will provide you with approximately 2.5 kg of boiled rice with a cooking time of approx. 35 min.
• The minimum quantity of rice for boiling is 280 g (2 CUPs), which will provide you with approx. 550 g of boiled rice, depending on the type of rice used.
• If the measuring cup is not at hand, please use a rice-to-water ratio of 1:2 (1 part rice:2 parts water).

Switch

• The appliance is in KEEP WARM mode as soon as it is plugged in.
• Use the switch to change into RICE COOKING mode. This is only possible if the rice pot is correctly inserted and the switching contact (in the middle of the hot plate) therefore properly connected.

Cooking time

Once the water has fully evaporated in the rice pot, the appliance switches automatically to KEEP WARM, ending the cooking process.

CAUTION:

The appliance is not suitable for the preparation of rice pudding. Milk could boil over or burn.

Before Initial Use

• Remove the packaging.
• We recommend cleaning the appliance as described under "Cleaning".

Initial Operation

• Place the appliance on a moisture and heat-resistant surface.
• Be sure that the switch is set to KEEP WARM and insert the plug of the connecting line in the appliance first.

Electrical Connection

1. Before inserting the plug into the socket. Make sure that the mains voltage to be used matches that of the device. You can find this information on the nameplate.
2. Connect the device to a duly installed 230V/50Hz protective contact socket.

NOTE:

• The appliance is in operation as soon as the plug has been connected.
• To terminate operation, fi rst set the switch to KEEP WARM and then disconnect the plug.

Using the unit

Cooking rice

Prior to cooking rice, observe the manufacturer's notes on how to prepare the rice, such as washing the rice prior to cooking, or soaking certain varieties of rice.

1. Insert the rice pot into the rice cooker.
2. Set the desired rice volume of between 2 to 10 CUPs with the measuring cup and fi ll this volume into the rice pot.
3. Fill the rice pot with water to the respective mark on the CUP.
4. Close the lid.
5. Make the electric connection as described in "How to Use". The KEEP WARM control light is on.
6. Press the switch down. The KEEP WARM control light goes out and the RICE COOKING light goes on.
7. Once the water has completely evaporated in the rice pot, the appliance will switch automatically to KEEP WARM, thus ending the cooking process. The RICE COOKING control light goes out and KEEP WARM goes on. TIP: Leave the rice for a further 5 minutes prior to draining it from the pot.
8. End operation by disconnecting the plug from the socket.

Steaming

Steaming is a gentle way to cook food using hot water steam. This maintains more valuable nutrients in the food compared with other methods of cooking. To steam food, use the steam insert.

1. Insert the rice pot into the rice cooker.
2. Pour the minimum quantity of water as stated in the following table into the rice pot.
3. Place the steam insert into the rice pot.
4. Place your food into the steam insert.
5. Close the lid.
6. Make the electrical connection as described under "How to Use". The KEEP WARM control light goes on.
7. Press the switch down. The KEEP WARM control light goes out and the RICE COOKING light goes on.
8. Check the cooking status occasionally.
9. Depending on the steam time it may be necessary to top up water to compensate for evaporation. Add water as needed during steaming.

CAUTION:

Risk of steam burns. Hot steam may escape.

1. Once the end of steaming has been reached, terminate operation by pressing the switch up and removing the plug from the socket.

Steam table

Food State Quantity			Cooking time (min.)	Minimum Quantity of Water (ml)
Artichokes fresh 4	pieces,	average size	40 – 45 600
Caulifl ower fresh,	small pieces 500g	20 – 25 200
Broccoli fresh, sm	all pieces 500g 15 –	20 160
Champignon mushrooms	fresh, whole or cut	500g 15 – 25 160
Green beans fresh,	whole or cut 500g	25 – 35 300
Carrots fresh, sliced	500g 20 – 25 200
Potatoes	cut	500g 20 – 25 200
Potatoes	jacket potatoes 500g	30 – 40 400
Cabbage	fresh, cut	500g 25 – 30 300
Kohlrabi	fresh, diced	500g 20 – 25 200
Brussels sprouts	fresh	500g 20 – 25 200
Asparagus	fresh	500g 30 – 40 400
Zucchini	fresh, sliced	500g 15 – 20 160
Apples, pears	fresh, pieces	500g 10 – 15 100
Trout	fresh	2 pcs., 150g each	18 – 25 180
Ruff fi let	fresh	2 pcs., 200g each	15 – 18 160
Salmon	fresh	2 pcs., 140g each	15 – 18 160
Shrimps	frozen	450g 15 – 20 160
Mussels	in the shell	1000g 18 – 25 180
Turkey escalope, Chicken legs	fresh	2 pcs., 150g each	25 – 30 300
Short fat smooth pork & beef sausage	fresh, from the jar or can	2 – 8 pcs.	8 – 13 (pierced)	100
Eggs, soft-boiled	in the shell	2 – 10, medium size	10 – 13 100
Eggs, hard boiled	in the shell	2 – 10, medium size	15 – 20 160

The cooking times listed in the table are approximate. Please adjust accordingly to your needs.

Cleaning and Maintenance

WARNING:

• Always pull out the plug from the mains socket before cleaning and wait until the unit has cooled down.
- Never immerse the housing, the line cord and the mains plug into water, as otherwise this might result in an electric shock or fire.

CAUTION:

• Do not use any wire brushes or other abrasive objects.
  • Do not use any acidic or scouring agents.
• Pour out the contents of the rice pot after it has cooled down.
• Clean the rice pot, the lid and the steam insert in hot soapy water. Rinse the parts thoroughly with clear water and allow them to dry.

CAUTION:

Do not clean these parts in the dishwasher.

- Wipe off the housing inside and out with a damp cloth. Then allow the parts to dry.

Technical Data

Model: RK 3309

Power supply: 220-240 V, 50 Hz

Power consumption:....700 W

Protection class: I

Max. water fi lling level:....3 litres

Net weight: 2.65 kg

This device has been tested according to all relevant current CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and has been constructed in accordance with the latest safety regulations.

Subject to technical changes without prior notice!

Meaning of the "Dustbin" Symbol

Protect our environment: do not dispose of electrical equipment in the domestic waste.

Please return any electrical equipment that you will no longer use to the collection points provided for their disposal.

This helps avoid the potential effects of incorrect disposal on the environment and human health.

This will contribute to the recycling and other forms of reutilisation of electrical and electronic equipment.

Information concerning where the equipment can be disposed of can be obtained from your local authority.