JBVA18U - Rice cooker Tiger - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL JBVA18U Tiger

For United States and Canada USA 1-866-55-TIGER (84437) Canada 1-866-9090-TCD (823) Website : www.japantigercorp.com For All Other Countries Please contact nearest Tiger Customer Service in your area, or the dealer where original purchase was made. JBV-A10U JBV-A18U Head Office:3-1 Hayamicho, Kadoma City, Osaka 571-8571, Japan ©2003 TIGER CORPORATION Tig Tyra Electric Rice Cooker USER MANUAL For household use P.004 P.032 P.060 Thank you for purchasing TIGER rice cooker/warmer.Please read and observe these instructions carefully before use.2

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, the following basic safety precautions should always be followed.

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord or plugs in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance has

malfunctioned, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

10. Do not place the rice cooker on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot

12. To disconnect, turn any control to “off ”, then remove plug from wall outlet.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative. This rice cooker is intended for household use. The following instructions are applicable to 120V only: This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet in only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or disabled persons without supervision. Ensure that young children do not play with the rice cooker. Do not use the rice cooker for other than intended use. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is to be used: (1) the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance; (2) if the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord; and (3) the cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled down by children or tripped over accidentally.3

The precautions described below are intended to protect the user and other individuals from physical harm and to prevent damage to properties. Strictly observe this important instructions since they are vital to safety.

Do not remove the safety instructions label attached to the unit.The injuries and damages, which are caused by ignoring instructions and using the cooker improperly, are classied and described below according to the levels of severity. Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death. (*1) Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury(*2) or in property damage.(*3)

"Serious injury" is dened 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 aftereffects and/or which will require hospital stay or long-term outpatient care.

"Minor or moderate injury" is dened here as a physical injury, a burn or electric shock which will not require hospital stay or long-term outpatient care. *3 "Damage to property" is dened here as damage extending to buildings, household effects, domestic animals, pets, etc. Caution Prohibition DirectionThe symbol represents a warning or a precaution.The specic details are shown in the symbol, or in a picture or text near the symbol.The symbol represents a prohibited action.The specic details are indicated in the symbol, or in a picture or text near the symbol.The symbol represents an action forced or recommended to be performed.The specic details are indicated in the symbol, or in a picture or text near the symbol. Warning Do not use the rice cooker with a power supply other than 120 VAC.Doing so may result in a re or an electric shock.ProhibitionSeparately use an outlet rated at 15 A or more.Connecting other instruments with the same outlet may cause the branch socket to overheat, resulting in re.Must doDo not use a damaged power cord. Do not damage the power cord.Do not modify, bend, pull, twist, pinch or bundle the power cord. Do not expose it to heat. Do not rest anything heavy on the power cord. Doing so may result in re or electric shock.ProhibitionClean the plug to remove dust.Not doing so may result in a re.Must doInsert the plug securely to the innermost position.Not doing so may result in electric shock, short-circuiting, smoking, or re.Must doDo not use the cooker if there is any damage to the power cord or the insert plug, or if the plug cannot be fully inserted into the outlet.Doing so may result in electric shock, short-circuiting, or re.ProhibitionDo not connect or disconnect the plug with wet hands.Doing so may result in electric shock or injury.No wet handsDo not open the lid while cooking .Doing so may result in burns.ProhibitionDo not allow children to use the rice cooker when alone. Keep it out of reach of infants.Doing so may result in a burn, electric shock, or injury.Must doDescription of symbols

Introduction Warning Do not place your face and hands near the steam vent. Doing so may result in burns. Especially, keep out of reach of babies and small children.Don't touch! Do not soak the rice cooker in water or splash it with water. Doing so may result in short-circuiting or electric shock.No wetting! Stop using the rice cooker immediately in the event of trouble. Not doing so may result in re, electric shock, or injury.Must do(Examples of trouble)• The power cord or insert plug becomes overheated during use.• The rice cooker is giving out smoke or a smell of burning.• There is a cracked, loose or wobbly part in the rice cooker.• The inner pan is deformed.• Other troublesImmediately unplug the cord and contact a dealer of our products for service. Do not expose the inserted plug to steam. Doing so may result in electric shock or re. If you use the rice cooker on a sliding table, ensure the steam does not come in contact with the insert plug.Prohibition Do not modify the rice cooker. Disassembly or repairs should only beperformedbyqualiedservice representatives. Doing so may result in re, electric shock, or injury.disassembly prohibited Do not insert foreign materials such as pins, needles, or other metal objects into the gaps between parts. Doing so may result in electric shock or injury due to malfunction.Prohibition Do not use this rice cooker for any other purpose than those mentioned in this instruction manual (and the supplied COOKBOOK). Doing so may result in a burn or injury due to spurted steam or contents.Prohibition(Examples of prohibited cooking methods)• Putting a plastic bag containing ingredients and seasonings into the rice cooker to cook.• Putting a small lid such as a piece of cooking sheet directly on top of the ingredients.Prohibition Do not allow physically-impaired users or users not familiar with the use of this rice cooker to use the product on his/her own. In such cases, close supervision by a person familiar with the use of the product is necessary. Doing so may result in a burn, electric shock, or injury. Do not use the cooking plate without setting the inner pan. Doing so may result in re, smoking, or a burn.Prohibition Caution Do not use the rice cooker on an unstable surface, or a table or rug which is not heat-resistant. Doing so may result in re or damage to those properties.Prohibition Do not use the rice cooker near walls or furniture. Steam or heat may cause damage, discoloration and/or deformation. When using the rice cooker, keep it at least 12 inch / 30 cm away from walls or furniture.When using the rice cooker in a kitchen cabinet, make sure that the cabinet does not become steamy.Prohibition Do not use inner pans that are made for other cookers. Doing so may result in overheating or malfunction.Prohibition Be careful of the steam when opening the lid. Not doing so may result in a burn.Must do Do not touch hot temperature sections while or immediately after cooking. Doing so may result in a burn.Don't touch! Safety instructions

inch/ 30 cm7 Introduction “While cooking” means while engaged in rice cooking or other types of cooking. Caution Do not put the rice cooker in water to wash. Do not put the rice cooker in water to wash, or allow water to enter the inside or underbody of the cooker. Doing so may result in short- circuiting or electric shock. Prohibition When touching the inner pan while using the cooker,use a kitchen mitt. Do not touch directly with your bare hands. Not doing so may result in a burn due to high temperature. Prohibition Do not use the rice cooker near a heat source or at the location exposed to water. Doing so may result in electric shock or leakage, deformation of the rice cooker, re, or malfunction. Prohibition Be sure to hold the plug when disconnecting the cord from the outlet. Not doing so may result in electric shock or re due to short-circuiting. Must do Handle with care. Dropping the rice cooker or applying a strong shock may cause injury to self or malfunction of the rice cooker. Must do This product is intended for general household use. You can also use it in other circumstances shown below:

• Staff's kitchen in shops, ofces and other working environments

• Hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments; bed and breakfast-type environments. Must do Do not use the cooking plate with products other than this rice cooker. Doing so may result in re or a burn. Prohibition Clean the rice cooker only after it has cooled down. Not doing so may result in a burn. Must do Do not let the rice cooker boil dry. Doing so may result in a trouble, overheating or malfunction. Prohibition Unplug the insert plug when the rice cooker is not in use. Not doing so may result in injury or a burn, or the deterioration of insulation which may cause electric shock or re due to leakage. Must do Do not plug in several electrical appliances to a single outlet. Doing so may result in re. Prohibition Do not move the rice cooker while cooking

Doing so may result in a burn or boil-overs. Prohibition Do not touch the hook button when carrying the rice cooker. Doing so may cause the lid to open, resulting in injury or a burn. Don't touch!8 Introduction “While cooking” means while engaged in rice cooking or other types of cooking. NOTICE Remove any grains of rice or foreign objects which may have stuck to the inside of the rice cooker. Not doing so may result in steam leakage, boil-overs, malfunction or poor performance. While cooking or keeping warm, do not cover the rice cooker with any cloth or towels. Doing so may result in deformation or discoloration of the main body and/or the lid. Strictly observe the following instructions to avoid deformation or damage (blistering or peeling) to the uorine-coatingsurfaceoftheinnerpan.

• Donotputtheinnerpanoverdirectreoranyelectricburner.Donotheatitinamicrowaveoven.

• Use the keep warm function only for plain rice. Do not use the function for mixed rice (rice mixed with other ingredients).

• Do not put vinegar in the inner pan.

• Use the supplied rice paddle or wooden rice paddle only.

• Do not use hard kitchen tools such as metal ladles, spoons, or whisks.

• Do not put a basket, etc. on the inner pan.

• Do not put hard objects such as tableware in the inner pan.

• Do not clean the rice cooker with hard materials such as metal spatulas or nylon brushes.

• Do not use a dishwasher/dryer.

• Do not apply excessive force to the inner pan while washing rice.

• If the inner pan is deformed, contact the dealer where you purchased the rice cooker. This product has holes on the surface for functional reasons. In very rare cases, insects, etc. may enter those holes and cause malfunction. Take any protective measures such as using insect repellents. The cost ofxingthetroublescausedbyinsects,etc.shallbepaidbythecustomer.Contactourcompanyforfurther information. Safety instructions

Introduction Synchro-Cooking lamp[Synchro-Cooking] key(Operation panel)Plain lamp[Plain] key[Off / Cancel] keyBrown lamp[Brown] keySlow Cook / Steam lamp [Slow Cook / Steam] keyKeep Warm lamp[Keep Warm] key center sensor Heater plate steam vent “While cooking” means while engaged in rice cooking or other types of cooking. (Rice paddle)(Rice paddle stand)(COOKBOOK)(Measuring cup) 1 cup (about 5.29 oz / 150 g)(Cooking plate) Part names and functions Sounds The following sounds that you may hear while cooking, steaming or warming do not indicate malfunctions.

"Click-click" sound (due to computer controls)

"Splash" sound (due to rubbing of heat shrinkable metals)

"Splash" sound of water (only while cooking or steaming)

Accessories Inner pan Heat releasing plate lid Outer lid gasket Upper casing Pressure control cap carrying handle Hook button Insert plug You can use this for rice washing.This is removable.Press here to open the lid.Not removable. Power cord (120 V) *Convex sides ( ) on the center of the [Plain] key and the [Off / Cancel] key are designed for visually-impaired users.How to use the rice paddle standInsert10

Introduction Tips for cooking tasty rice Choose rice of good quality and store it in a cool place Choose freshly milled, ne, uniform, and glossy rice. Store rice in an airy, cool, and dark place. Adjust water amounttot the type of rice and your taste

Water adjustment guidance Menu Amount of water (use the scale marked inside of the inner pan as a guide, and adjust its amount to your taste)Plain “Plain”Synchro-Cooking “Synchro”Brown "Brown"

When you add/reduce water to/from the standard scale level, do not add/reduce more than 1/3 of each scale.

Adjust the water amount using the "Plain" scale when cooking germ rice, rice with barley, sprouted brown rice, undermilled rice, or multigrain rice.

If there is any guide on water adjustment on the bag of store-bought sprouted brown rice or multigrain rice, follow the guide and add/reduce some water to make it t for your taste. When cooking rice with other ingredients

2.5 oz / 70 g or less of ingredients can be used with each

cup of rice. While seasonings should be mixed well with rice, the ingredients should just be put on the rice. Be sure to follow the guide of maximum amount for cooking with ingredients (below table). Menu 1.0 L 1.8 LPlain 3 cups or less 5 cups or lessBrown 3 cups or less 5 cups or less When cooking plain rice mixed with brown rice or multigrain rice

If the amount of brown or multigrain rice is greater than that of plain rice, choose the [Brown] key.

If the amount of brown or multigrain rice is the equal to/lesser than that of plain rice, choose the [Plain] key. (We recommend that you soak brown rice in water for 1 to 2 hours before cooking.) Measure rice correctly using the supplied measuring cup (1 cup is about 5.29 oz / 150 g) Wash rice quickly Wash rice repeatedly by stirring in and pouring out water. Do so until water becomes clear, but be sure to do so quickly so rice does not soak for too long. Choose the [Plain] key when cooking rice with barley, multigrain rice, undermilled rice, germ rice, or sprouted brown rice

Compared to plain rice, the rice might become scorched.

When cooking millet together with plain rice, put the millet on top of the plain rice. If they are mixed, they may not be nely cooked. Maximum amount of plain rice and multigrain:

When cooking millet together with brown rice, choose the [Brown] key and put the millet on top of the brown rice. If they are mixed, they may not be thoroughly cooked. Maximum amount of brown rice and multigrain:

Quick, using plenty of water !11

[Plain] key Choose this menu to cook plain milled rice. Type: Long-grain plain riceKeep warm function: Maximum 12 hoursWater adjustment: Adjust water to the level of the "Plain" scale marked inside the inner pan.Note: If rice and/or ingredients are cooked harder than expected, add water within a range of 1/3 of a scale. Cooking time / cooking amount Size Cooking amount (amount of rice before cooking)Cooking timeMinimum Maximum1.0 L (5.5 cups) type 1 cup 5.5 cups 22-37 minutes1.8 L (10 cups) type 2 cups 10 cups 23-41 minutes Note: Cooking time is the period from the start of cooking until the end of steaming. This cooking time is applied when the rice is cooked soon after washing.(Refer to page 12 for cooking using this menu)

When cooking short-grain plain rice, choose the [Synchro-Cooking] key and adjust the water amount to the “Plain” scale.

Start cooking the rice soon after it has been washed, otherwise, it may result in burnt rice. ©2003 TIGER CORPORATIONTig Tyra Refer to page 12 for the cooking recipe [Brown] key Choose this menu to cook brown rice, which is not milled. If the amount of brown rice is greater than that of plain rice, choose the [Brown] key. If the amount of brown rice is the equal to/lesser than that of plain rice, choose the [Plain] key. We recommend that you soak brown rice in water for 1 to 2 hours before cooking. When cooking multigrain rice mixed with brown rice, be sure to choose the [Brown] key. Maximum amount of brown rice and multigrain: 1.0 L type cooker: 3.5 cups

1.8 L type cooker: 6 cups

Type: Short/long-grain brown riceMixed brown riceKeep warm function: Not allowed. Water adjustment: Adjust water to the level of the "Brown" scale marked inside the inner pan. Cooking time / cooking amount Size Cooking amount (amount of rice before cooking)Cooking timeMinimum Maximum1.0 L (5.5 cups) type 1 cup 3.5 cups 58-72 minutes

1.8 L (10 cups) type 2 cups 6 cups 59-72 minutes

Note: Cooking time is the period from the start of cooking until the end of steaming. This cooking time is applied when the rice is cooked soon after washing.(Refer to page 12 for cooking using this menu)12 ©2003 TIGER CORPORATION TigTyra How to use How to cook rice

Be sure to use the supplied measuring cup.

1 cup indicates one level cup of rice. (about 0.18 L)

If you cook an amount of rice other than specied, the rice may not be cooked well.CautionCaution Example: Adjust water to level 3 of the "Plain" scale to cook 3 cups of plain rice.

Wash rice You can use the inner pan to wash rice.

Do not use hot water (95 °F / 35 °C or higher) for washing or cooking. Doing so may result in poor performance.

Adjust the water amount Place the inner pan on a level surface and then adjust the amount of water using the scale marked inside the pan.

Check the type of rice and menu, and perform further adjustments to make it t for your taste. (Refer to the guidance on page 10) ©2003 TIGER CORPORATION Tig Tyra How to use “While cooking” means while engaged in rice cooking or other types of cooking. For tips for cooking tasty rice, refer to page 10

Wipe water away and remove rice or grain Inside of the main body Outside or top of the inner pan

Remove any rice or foreign objects which may have stuck on the heater plate, sensor button, upper casing, or hook button. Failure to do so may cause the lid not close properly or to open while cooking. This may result in a burn.

Set the inner pan in the cooker

1. Set the inner pan securely so that it is not tilted.2. Close the lid.

Set the inner pan to the secure position. Do not tilt it.

Connect the power cord

If the Keep Warm lamp is ON, turn it OFF by pressing the [Off / Cancel] key. Caution Caution Insert plug Hook button Heater plate Outer lid gasket Upper casing Center sensor Inner pan14 How to use ©2003 TIGER CORPORATIONTig Tyra

Press the [Plain] or [Brown] key For tips for cooking tasty rice, refer to page 10 How to cook rice

How to use When cooking is complete When cooking is completeThe keep warm function starts automatically.

Be sure to loosen rice immediately and thoroughly.

Hold the inner pan using a kitchen mitt, etc. to loosen rice.

If you open the lid right after the completion of cooking or while keeping warm, water may drop on the upper casing or outside. Wipe the water away.Caution

Press the [Off / Cancel] key WhenyounishusingthericecookerThe Keep Warm lamp turns OFF.

Remove the plug from outlet OFF Inner panSection where water accumulates (upper casing)16 How to use Keep warm function This function can keep plain rice tasty. Usually, this function is switched ON and starts automatically after cooking is completed. ■TostoptheKeepWarmfunction Press the [Off / Cancel] key. (The Keep Warm lamp turns OFF.) ■Whenusingthekeepwarmagain Press the [Keep Warm] key. (The Keep Warm lamp turns ON.) Gather rice to the center of the inner pan to keep it warm.We recommend to serve the rice as soon as possible.

Do not use the keep warm function in following ways. Doing so may cause odor, drying, discoloration, rotting of rice, or corrosion of the inner pan.• Use the keep warm function for cold rice• Adding cold rice to warmed rice• Keeping the rice paddle inside the pan• Leaving warmed rice after removing the plug• Using the keep warm function for 12 hours or more

• Using the keep warm function for a smaller amount of rice than the minimum cooking amount (Refer to the specications on page 30)• Keeping foods other than plain rice.

Remove rice, etc. which is stuck on top of the inner pan, gasket, or other places. Failure to do so may cause drying, discoloration, odor, or stickiness.

When using the rice cooker in severe environments (such as a cold weather region or a hot region), serve the rice as soon as possible.

Do not use the keep warm function with the cooking plate and the dish which cooked by cooking plate left inside. While keep warm is functioning When using the keep warm function for a small amount of rice Caution

The Keep Warm lamp is ON while the keep warm is functioning.If the keep warm time exceeds 12 hours, the Keep Warm lamp blinks. ON Blink OFF

©2003 TIGER CORPORATION Tig Tyra For tips for cooking tasty rice, refer to page 1017 How to use Cooking rice and another dish together "Synchro-Cooking" Using the cooking plate, you can make dishes listed in the COOKBOOK together with rice.A dish can be cooked without rice by pouring water into the inner pan.Refer to the supplied COOKBOOK for cooking recipe.

Do not use recipes other than those listed in the supplied COOKBOOK.

Be careful not to put more ingredients than those shown in the COOKBOOK. Doing so may result in boil-over or poor performance.

After cooking a dish with strong avor, the odor may linger in the cooking plate.

After cooking a dish with strong color, the cooking plate may be stained by ingredients.

Do not use sharp tools such as a knife or fork inside the cooking plate.

Set the cooking plate in the inner pan and close the lid

Prepare the ingredients and put them in the cooking plate

Try not to pile them up, but spread them out in the cooking plate. Doing so may result in boil-over or poor performance.

2. Preparation before

cooking (Refer to page 12 to page 13)CautionBasic steps to use the synchro-cooking functionCautionCautionCaution

The following table shows the amount of rice to use when using synchro-cooking. Do not cook rice in the amount which exceeds the max and min limitations. Doing so may result in boil-over or poor performance.1.0 L (5.5 cups) type 1.8 L (10 cups) typeMaximum amount2 cups (about 10.58 oz / 300 g)4 cups (about 21.16 oz / 600 g)Minimum amount1 cup (about 5.29 oz / 150 g)2 cups (about 10.58 oz / 300 g)Cooking time 34-50 minutes 40-59 minutes

The cooking plate must always be set in the inner pan.

Do not tilt the cooking plate when setting.

Connect the power cord

If the Keep Warm lamp is ON, turn it OFF by pressing the [Off / Cancel] key.Insert plug Cooking plateInner pan18 How to use Cooking rice and another dish together "Synchro-Cooking"

Press the [Synchro-Cooking] key

Do not open the lid while cooking.

Remove the cooking plate and loosen the rice

Do not keep rice warm with the cooking plate left inside.

The cooking plate will be hot after cooking, so be careful when removing.

Do not tilt the cooking plate when removing. Doing so may cause contents to spill out, resulting in a burn.

Once you remove the cooking plate, do not return it to the inner pan. Doing so may cause the rice to spoil or disturb the keep warm function. Pour in water to the level shown in the below table, set the cooking plate in the inner pan, and close the lid.Size Scale1.0 L (5.5 cups) type1 level of the "Plain" scale1.8 L (10 cups) type2 levels of the "Plain" scale Choose the [Slow Cook / Steam] key. After 20 to 30 minutes, press the [Off / Cancel] key once to turn the Keep Warm lamp ON. (Whenthecookingisnotsufcient,press the [Slow Cook / Steam] key.) Check the result of the cooking and take out the cooking plate. Press the [Off / Cancel] key.

Whencookingisnished The keep warm function starts automatically.CautionCautionWhen cooking a dish by itself, without rice

ON19 How to use How to use "Slow Cook" Refer to the supplied COOKBOOK for the cooking recipe. The cooker heats the ingredients up to the boiling temperature and then reduces the heat to 93 °C / 199 °F and continues cooking. After awhile, it will reduce the temperature to 88 °C / 190 °F and continue cooking again.By gradually reducing the temperature, the seasonings can easily soak into the ingredients. There is no worry of boiling down even if the ingredients are heated for a long time.This menu is suitable for dishes that have relatively large volume and need to simmer for a long time.

Be careful when making menus other than those listed in the supplied COOKBOOK. Some dishes may cause boil-over.

Stir ingredients well before cooking to prevent the seasonings from concentrating at the bottom of the inner pan.

When you cook a dish using boiled sauce, cool the sauce down once before you start cooking.

If you want to add some thickness to the dish with starch, use it at the last step of the cooking.

Put the ingredients in the inner pan and close the lid

Press the [Slow Cook / Steam] key zSlow cooking starts. zWhen 2 hours have passed after heating is started, the Slow Cook / Steam lamp turns OFF and the Keep Warm lamp turns ON automatically. zIf you want to stop heating before then, press the [Off / Cancel] key. The Slow Cook / Steam lamp turns OFF, and the Keep Warm lamp turns ON.

When you open the lid while cooking, be careful of steam and splashing sauce, etc. A burn may result.CautionBasic steps to use the slow cooking functionCautionCaution

Use the "Plain" scale marked inside of the inner pan as a guide for measuring the amount of ingredients. (Refer to the table)

An amount exceeding the maximum may cause undercooking or boil-over.

Note that an amount smaller than minimum also may cause boil-over."Plain" scale1.0 L (5.5 cups) type 1.8 L (10 cups) typeMaximum amountMinimum amountMaximum amountMinimum amount5.5 or less2 or more 8 or less 3 or more

Connect the power cord

If the Keep Warm lamp is ON, turn it OFF by pressing the [Off / Cancel] key.Insert plugCaution

key The Keep Warm lamp turns OFF.

2. Eliminate the odor

following the steps on page 24

If you do not press the [Off / Cancel] key after the cooking is nished, the keep-warming action will be continued. And if the time exceeds 6 hours, the Keep Warm lamp blinks.

We do not recommend that you keep the dish warm for more than 6 hours, as it may lose avor.When cooking is completed...If you want to extend the cooking time... OFF How to use "Slow Cook"

zPress the [Slow Cook / Steam] key while the Keep Warm lamp is ON to add another 30 minutes of heating. (Maximum 30 minutes can be added up to 3 times.) zWhen 30 minutes have passed after additional heating is started, the Slow Cook / Steam lamp turns OFF and the Keep Warm lamp turns ON automatically. zIf you want to stop heating while cooking, press the [Off / Cancel] key once. The Slow Cook / Steam lamp turns OFF, and the Keep Warm lamp turns ON.

If you have turned the Slow Cook / Steam lamp OFF by mistake while you want to extend the heating time, follow the below steps.1) Take out the inner pan and put it on a wet cloth.2) Open the lid of the cooker and leave it for about 10 minutes to cool down the body and inner pan.3) Set the inner pan again to the cooker.4) Return to step 4 on page 19.Caution

OFF21 How to use How to make steamed dishes "Steam"

1. Pour in water and set

the cooking plate in the inner pan

Put the ingredients on the cooking plate and close the lid

Connect the power cord If the Keep Warm lamp is ON, turn it OFF by pressing the [Off / Cancel] key.

Press the [Slow Cook / Steam] key zSteam cooking starts. zWhen 2 hours have passed after heating is started, the Slow Cook / Steam lamp turns OFF and the Keep Warm lamp turns ON automatically. zIf you want to stop heating before then, press the [Off / Cancel] key once. The Slow Cook / Steam lamp turns OFF, and the Keep Warm lamp turns ON.

Be careful of the steam if you open the lid while cooking. A burn may result.Water amount guidance1.0 L type 3 and 1/4 cups (19.77 oz / 585 mL)1.8 L type 4 and 1/2 cups (27.38 oz / 810 mL)Caution

Avoid both too much and too little water in the inner pan for steaming.CautionCooking plateInsert plugWater ON22 How to use How to make steamed dishes "Steam"

zPress the [Slow Cook / Steam] key while the Keep Warm lamp is ON to add another 30 minutes of heating. (Maximum 30 minutes can be added up to 3 times.) zBefore starting an additional heating, check that there is enough steaming water left intheinnerpan.Ifthewaterisinsufcient,addsomemorewater. zWhen 30 minutes have passed after additional heating is started, the Slow Cook / Steam lamp turns OFF and the Keep Warm lamp turns ON automatically. zIf you want to stop heating while cooking, press the [Off / Cancel] key. The Slow Cook / Steam lamp turns OFF, and the Keep Warm lamp turns ON.Ifingredientsarenotsufcientlysteamed...When steam cooking is completed...

Press the [Off / Cancel] key The Keep Warm lamp turns OFF.Clean the rice cooker within the day you use it for steaming. (Refer to pages 23 and 24)■SteamingtimeguidanceIngredients Amount Standard time Tips for cutting and steaming ingredientsChicken

-1.0 lb / 350-500 g 30-40 min Make several cuts in the meatWhite sh 5.0-9.0 oz / 150-250 g 25-30 minCut it into slices approx.

inch / 2 cm thick or less. Be sure to wrap them with foil before steaming.Shrimps

lb / 100-200 g 20-25 min Use shell-on shrimpsCarrots 7.0-11.0 oz / 200-300 g 30-35 min Cut them into bite-sized pieces.Potatoes 7.0-11.0 oz / 200-300 g 30-40 min Cut them into bite-sized pieces.Sweet potatoes 7.0-11.0 oz / 200-300 g 30-40 min Cut them into bite-sized pieces.Warming dumplings 15-20 pieces 20-25 min Space them evenly.

Do not steam ingredients which have a height of 1.34 inch / 3.4 cm or more with a 1.0 L (5.5 cups) type of cooker. Do not steam ingredients which have a height of 1.46 inch / 3.7 cm or more with a 1.8 L (10 cups) type cooker. If you do this, ingredients may become watery as they touch the inside of the lid.

If you have turned the Slow Cook / Steam lamp OFF by mistake while you want to extend the heating time, follow the below steps. 1) Take out the inner pan and rell it with fresh water.2) Open the lid of the cooker and leave it for about 10 minutes to cool down the body and inner pan.3) Set the inner pan again to the cooker.4) Return to step 4 on page 21.

Take out the steamed dish soon after the steam cooking is nished. If you leave the dish on the cooking plate with the Keep Warm lamp ON, the dish may become sticky.CautionCaution

The times shown above are a guide and can vary depending on the temperature, texture, and amount of ingredients.

When you add steaming time, make sure there is enough water available for steaming. Add some water to avoid dry boiling.

If ingredients are not steamed thoroughly, add steaming time and check again later.

If meat and sh are steamed too long, they will become hard. If short-time steaming does not work well, cut the pieces thinner before steaming.

Be sure to wrap sh and the like with foil before steaming. Failure to do so may result in boil-over. OFF23 How to use How to clean the rice cooker Clean the rice cooker following the steps shown on pages 23 and 24. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative. Wash all parts by hand. Do not use a dish washer to wash parts. We recommend that you clean the rice cooker within the day you use it. This can help extend the life of your rice cooker. It is also recommended that you clean the rice cooker periodically.

When using the slow cook function, because odors can easily linger, be sure to clean the cooker within the day of use. (Refer to page 24) Before cleaning, remove the plug and wait until the cooker has cooled down.Use kitchen detergent (for dishes and kitchen tools) to wash parts.Choose a sponge or cloth made of soft materials for cleaning.1. Clean with a sponge and water, or with lukewarm water. Wipe water away with a dry cloth, and dry the parts completely.

Do not use the polishing part of the sponge to clean the inner pan. Doing so may cause the uorine coating of the inner pan to peel.

Do not put dishes into the inner pan and use it as a dishpan. When drying the inner pan, do not put it over dishes or pile it together with dishes. Doing so may cause the uorine coating of the inner pan to peel. Guidance Parts to wash after every use

Wipe the inside and outside of the main body with a tightly wrung-out squeezed cloth to make it clean.

Wipe the power cord with a dry cloth.

Remove rice or grain which is stuck on the upper casing or hook button.

Remove rice or grain which is burned and stuck on the heater plate or center sensor.

If it cannot be removed easily, use materials such as store-bought sandpaper (No. 320 may be suitable), and then wipe parts with a tightly wrung-out cloth. Caution

Make sure that there is no water entering inside the main body.

Do not soak the power cord in water or splash it with water. Doing so may result in short-circuiting, electric shock, or malfunction.

Do not pull the gasket which is attached to the lid. Caution Inner panRice paddlePressure control capDo not use the polishing part.Measuring cupCooking plate

Parts to clean whenever they become dirty Upper casing Heat releasing plate Center sensor Hook button Outer lid gasket Power cord Insert plug24 How to use How to eliminate odor (If odor lingers in the body of rice cooker or the cooking plate) How to remove stain on the heater plate When you carry out these steps after cooking, especially if the odor bothers you, we recommend that you put about 0.71 oz / 20 g of citric acid in the water. This can help odor to be removed easily.

Some odors cannot be removed completely. In such a case, contact the dealer where you purchased the rice cooker. Guidance

Do not remove gaskets.

To prevent corrosion and odor, always keep the inner pan and the lid clean.

Do not use chemicals such as thinner, cleanser, or bleach, or a chemical-soaked dustcloth. Also, do not use hard materials such as metal spatulas or nylon brushes.

Start cleaning only after you have removed parts.

Do not soak the pressure control cap, measuring cup, or rice paddle in hot water.

Do not use a dishwasher/dryer.

Clean the pressure control cap every time you cook rice mixed with multigrain, such as amaranth. Failure to do so may cause the steam vent of the pressure control cap to become clogged. This may result in malfunctions such as stuck lid, or poor performance. Caution How to clean the rice cooker

How to remove or attach the pressure control cap

Insert the pressure control cap as far as it goes and is locked securely in position. Failure to do so may cause steam leakage, resulting in poor performance. Caution ■ Main body1. Fill the inner pan 70 to 80 % full with water. Press the [Plain] key. When the function switches from cooking to keep warm, press the [Off / Cancel] key. Wash the inner pan and the pressure control cap using dishwasher detergent, and rinse them well with water.3. Put the main body and parts in an airy place until they become completely dry. ■ Cooking plate Put the cooking plate in hot water and leave it for about 1 hour.While using, water may drip from the lid or other parts and may stain the heater plate. Although stains on the heater plate do not affect the performance of the rice cooker, if it worries you, follow the cleaning steps shown below.1. Apply a cleaner to the nylon brush, and use it to remove stains on the heater plate.2. Wipe the stain out using wet kitchen papers or cloth. Pressure control cap Nylon brush Heater plate25 When in trouble When the rice is not finely cooked If something is wrong with rice which is cooked, being cooked, or kept warm, check the following items. What you checkThe amount of rice, ingredients, multigrain or water was wrong.Used alkaline water (pH 9 or more) for cooking.Used hard water such as mineral water for cooking.Pressed the [Plain], [Synchro-cooking], [Brown], or [Slow Cook / Steam] key without canceling Keep Warm after using the cooker.What has happenedCooked rice istoo hard z z too soft z z undercooked z z hard at center z z scorched While cookingsteam leaks boil-over occurs takes too long to cook Refer to page 10-12·30

What you checkBurned rice is stuck or there is water on the outside of the inner pan, heater plate, or center sensor.The inner pan is deformed.Did not loosen rice enough.Exceeded the maximum cooking capacity.What has happenedCooked rice istoo hard z z z z too soft z z z undercooked z z z hard at center z z z scorched z z While cookingsteam leaks z z boil-over occurs takes too long to cook z z Refer to page 13·23·24 ― 15 10-12·30What you checkThere was a long power outage.Rice or something is stuck on the gasket or top of the inner pan.Rice washing was not sufcient.Used hot water (95 °F / 35 °C or higher) for washing or cooking.Soaked rice in water for a long time after washing.What has happenedCooked rice istoo hard z z too soft z z z undercooked z z hard at center z z scorched z z z odor like rice bran While cookingsteam leaks boil-over occurs z z takes too long to cook z z Refer to page 30 13·23·24 10·12 10·12 ― What you checkLeft rice on the basket after washing.The lid is not closed securely.Mixed rice with ingredients or multigrain before starting cooking.A lot of broken rice is contained.Used the cooker soon after the previous cooking is completed.Not cleaned sufciently.What has happenedCooked rice istoo hard z z z too soft z z z z z undercooked z z hard at center z z z scorched z z odor like rice branWhile cookingsteam leaks z z boil-over occurs z z takes too long to cookRefer to page ― 13 ― ― 23·24

When in trouble What has happened CauseAthinlmisproduced. Thelm-likewaferpaperismadeofstarchthathasmeltedanddried,soitdoesnoharm to our bodies.Rice gets stuck on the inner pan. Soft rice and sticky rice may easily get stuck on.What you checkThe amount of rice or water was wrong.Burned rice or something is stuck on the outside of the inner pan, heater plate, or center sensor.Did not loosen rice enough.What has happenedWarm-kept rice has foul odor discolored z z dry z z z sticky z z z Refer to page 10-12·30 13·23·24 15What you checkRice or something is stuck on the gasket or top of the inner pan.Rice washing was not sufcient.Continued the keep warm function for 12 hours or more.Canceled the keep warm function while rice is left inside.What has happenedWarm-kept rice has foul odor z z z z discolored z z dry z z sticky z z Refer to page 13·23·24 10·12 16 16What you checkThere was a long power outage.Used the keep warm function for rice other than plain rice.Used the keep warm function for a smaller amount of rice than the minimum cooking amount.A small amount of rice was in the shape of a doughnut while being kept warm.What has happenedWarm-kept rice has foul odor z z z discolored z z z dry z z z sticky z z z Refer to page 30 16 16 16 What you checkAdded cold rice to warmed rice.Left the rice paddle inside the pan while keeping warm.Not cleaned sufciently.Did not eliminate the odor after cooking.What has happenedWarm-kept rice has foul odor z z z z discolored z z dry z z sticky z z Refer to page 16 16 23·24 20·24 When the rice is not finely cooked

When in trouble When "Synchro-Cooking" results in poor performance

If something is wrong with the dish cooked with the cooking plate, check the following items. What you checkThe amount of ingredients or seasonings exceeded that described in the supplied COOKBOOK.Did not spread ingredients evenly in the cooking plate but piled them up.What has happenedCooked rice istoo hard too soft undercookedhard at centerscorched z z foul odor z z sticky z z Cooked dish istoo hard z z too soft z z undercooked z z spills on rice z z While cookingsteam leaks z z boil-over occurs z z takes too long to cook Refer to page 17 17What you checkThe amount of rice for cook was out of the range between max and min. Did not select the [Synchro-Cooking] key.Cooked a dish menu other than those listed in the supplied COOKBOOK.What has happenedCooked rice istoo hard z z z too soft z z z undercooked z z z hard at center z z z scorched z z z foul odor z z z sticky z z z Cooked dish istoo hard z z z too soft z z z undercooked z z z spills on rice z z While cookingsteam leaks z z z boil-over occurs z z z takes too long to cook z z z Refer to page17 17 1728 When in trouble When "Slow Cook" results in poor performance If something is wrong with the cooked dish, check the following items. What you checkThe type or amount of ingredients was wrong.Put a larger amount of ingredients than the maximum.Put a smaller amount of ingredients than the minimum.What has happenedNot cooked z z boil-over occurs z z z boiled down z z Refer to page 19What you checkCooking time was too short.Cooking time was too long.Burned rice or grain is stuck on the gasket or top of the inner pan. The lid is not closed securely.There was a long power outage.What has happenedNot cooked z z z z boil-over occursboiled down Refer to page 20 23·24 30 “While cooking” means while engaged in rice cooking or other types of cooking. When in trouble Display Do this The Plain lamp and the Keep Warm lamp blink alternately. Blink alternately An error occurred in the rice cooker. Remove the plug and con- tact the dealer where you purchased the rice cooker for service.

About molded-plastic products

A molded-plastic product which can be exposed to heat or steam may get damaged as you use it. Contact the dealer where you purchased the rice cooker for further information. When this is displayed Check the following items before you contact us for service. When this happens Check this point Do this Refer to page Rice cooking or other kinds of cooking cannot be performed. Is the insert plug inserted to the outlet? Insert the plug securely to outlet. 5·13· 17·19 The rice cooker gives off sounds while cooking

steaming or warming. "Click-click" sound. This is the sound of computer controls. It does not mean a malfunction.

"Splash" sound. This sound is generated due to rubbing of heat shrinkable metals. It does not mean a malfunction. "Splash" sound of water. (only while cooking

steaming) It does not mean a malfunction. A sound different from any of above sounds is given off. Contact the dealer where you purchased the rice cooker for service.

When synchro-cooking is performed, ingredients are stuck on the inside of the lid. In the case of cooking a dish which contains eggs, ingredients are expanded by heat and may be stuck on the inside of the lid. If this worries you, reduce the amount of ingredients.

Water or rice entered inside the main body. This may cause a malfunction. Contact the dealer where you purchased the rice cooker for service.

The lid cannot be closed, or it opens while cooking Is rice or grain stuck on the upper casing or hook button? Remove it. 13·23 The rice cooker does not respond even when any key is pressed. Is the insert plug inserted to the outlet? Insert the plug securely to outlet. 5·13· 17·19 Is Keep Warm lamp ON? Press the [Off / Cancel] key to cancel the keep warm function. Then, try it again. 13·20 The rice cooker smells like plastic. At the beginning of use, the cooker may smell like plastic. However, the smell will be reduced as you use the cooker.

Patterns of lines and waves are shown on the plastic parts. These patterns are produced in the process of molding plastic. They do not affect the performance of the rice cooker.

The Keep Warm lamp blinks. Do you want to keep warm for 12 hours or more? If the keep warm time exceeds 12 hours, the Keep Warm lamp blinks to notify you.

Other information “While cooking” means while engaged in rice cooking or other types of cooking. In case of power outage Specications Even if a power outage occurs, the rice cooker will restart functioning when the power is restored. If a power outage occurs while in the keep warm function, the function may stop. In such a case, press the [Keep Warm] key. If power outage occurs When power is restoredWhile cookingThe cooking is continued.while keeping warm The keep warm function is stopped.

1 cup is approx. 5.29 oz / 150 g. Consumables and parts sold separately Gaskets are consumables. They get damaged as you use them, though the damage rate varies depending on how they are used. If they are very dirty, have foul odor, or get badly damaged, contact the dealer where you purchased the rice cooker. When suspicious of malfunction

For United States and CanadaUSA 1-866-55-TIGER (84437)Canada 1-866-9090-TCD (823)Website : www.japantigercorp.comFor All Other CountriesPlease contact nearest Tiger Customer Service in your area,or the dealer where original purchase was made. JBV-A10U JBV-A18U Head Office:3-1 Hayamicho, Kadoma City, Osaka 571-8571, Japan ©2003 TIGER CORPORATION Tig Tyra Electric Rice Cooker USER MANUAL For household use P.004 P.032 P.060 Thank you for purchasing TIGER rice cooker/warmer. Please read and observe these instructions carefully before use.