TM1985 - Rice cooker Tomado - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Rice cooker
Brand	Tomado
Model	TM-1985
Power supply voltage	220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Power	700 W
Dimensions (L × W × H)	321 × 267 × 299 mm
Net weight	2,31 kg
Capacity	Approximately 4 cups (720 ml) of uncooked rice
Main functions	Automatic cooking, automatic keep warm
Included accessories	Non-stick inner pot, steam basket, glass lid, measuring cup
Inner pot material	With non-stick coating
Control type	Toggle switch (on/off) and cooking button
Indicator lights	"Cook" light and "Warm" light
Cleaning	Inner pot and lid washable with soapy water; do not immerse the housing
Safety	Do not use without inner pot; unplug before cleaning; do not immerse cord or plug
Warranty	2 years
Usage	Indoors, on a flat, heat-resistant surface
Reparability	Have repairs done by a qualified technician; do not disassemble yourself

Frequently Asked Questions - TM1985 Tomado

How to use the TM-1985 rice cooker?

Place the inner pot in the appliance, add rice and water according to the measuring table. Close the lid, plug in the appliance, flip the on/off switch to 'I' and press the cooking button. Cooking starts and the 'Cook' light turns on. Once the rice is cooked, the appliance automatically switches to keep warm mode ( 'Warm' light). Let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

How much water is needed for cooking rice?

Use the provided measuring cup: for 2 cups of rice, add water up to line 2 in the inner pot. For 4 cups, up to line 4. You can also adjust according to rice type: brown rice requires an extra 3/4 cup of water. Refer to the rice/water measuring table in the manual for precise proportions.

How to clean the rice cooker?

Unplug the appliance and let it cool completely. Remove the inner pot and lid, wash them with warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth. Never use abrasive cleaners or metal utensils. For the heating plate, use steel wool then wipe with a damp cloth. Never immerse the housing.

Can I cook other foods besides rice?

Yes, you can prepare soups, stews and use the steam basket to cook vegetables or fish. Follow the tips in the manual: simmer longer for soups, add herbs at the end of cooking. The appliance will automatically switch to keep warm when cooking is finished.

What to do if rice sticks to the bottom?

Rinse the rice before cooking to remove excess starch. Add a thin layer of vegetable oil to the bottom of the pot before adding rice. Ensure the pot bottom and heating plate are clean. Adjust water amount: too dry rice can stick. For quick cleaning, heat a mixture of water and dish soap for 10 minutes.

How to reheat cold rice?

Add about 1/4 cup of cold water per cup of cooked rice in the inner pot. Stir to mix, then press the cooking switch. The appliance will go into cooking mode and then switch to keep warm. You can also use cold rice for fried rice.

The 'Cook' light does not turn on, what to do?

Make sure the inner pot is correctly positioned in the appliance (it will not work without it). Check that the on/off switch is set to 'I' and the cooking button is pressed. If the problem persists, check the power outlet and that the cord is not damaged. Contact a qualified service if necessary.

Can I use the cooker without the inner pot?

No, never plug in the appliance without the inner pot. The appliance will not turn on and you risk damaging the heating plate. The inner pot is essential for cooking and safety.

How long does it take to cook brown rice?

Brown rice requires longer cooking time than white rice. Add an extra 3/4 cup of water compared to white rice. The appliance automatically switches to keep warm when done; let it rest a few minutes. Exact time varies by variety, but expect about 45 to 55 minutes.

Does the warranty cover damage from misuse?

The 2-year warranty covers manufacturing and material defects. It does not apply to damage resulting from misuse, negligence, unauthorized repair, or incorrect mains voltage. Keep your proof of purchase. For any claims, contact Tomado via after-sales service.

USER MANUAL TM1985 Tomado

Stainless steel rice cooker

TOMADO

Gebruksaanwijzing - Mode d'emploi - Instruction manual - Bedienungsanleitung

Geachte klant,

RIZ NON CUIT	QUANTITE D'EAU AVEC LE DOSEUR FOURNI	LIGNE DE NIVEAU DANS LE RECIPIENT INTERNE	QUANTITE APPROXIMATI VE DE RIZ CUIT
1 tasse	1 1/2 tasse	Ligne 1	2 tasses
2 tasses	2 1/2 tasses	Ligne 2	4 tasses
3 tasses	3 1/2 tasses	Ligne 3	6 tasses
4 tasses	4 1/2 tasses	Ligne 4	8 tasses
5 tasses	5 1/2 tasses	Ligne 5	10 tasses
6 tasses	6 1/2 tasses	Ligne 6	12 tasses
7 tasses	7 1/2 tasses	Ligne 7	14 tasses
8 tasses	8 1/2 tasses	Ligne 8	16 tasses
9 tasses	9 1/2 tasses	Ligne 9	18 tasses
10 tasses	10 1/2 tasses	Ligne 10	20 tasses

Conseils utiles

Congratulations on your purchase of this high-quality product. Read these instructions carefully, so that you can make the best use of this rice cooker, these instructions give you all the necessary directions and advice for using, cleaning and maintaining the appliance. If you follow these instructions, you will always get the best result from the appliance.

We hope that you will enjoy using this rice cooker.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Information

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved.

• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.

• Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years.

• Appliances can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
  Children shall not play with the appliance.
  The appliance must not be immersed.
• Regarding the instructions for cleaning the surfaces which come in contact with food, please refer to the

paragraph "MAINTAINING YOUR RICE COOKER" of the manual.

• Warning: Avoid spillage on the connector.
• There is a potential risk of injuries from misuse.
• The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after use.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

Staff kitchen areas in shop, offices and other working environment;
Farm houses;
- By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

o Bed and breakfast type environments.

• Read these instructions carefully and keep them in a safe place.
• Only use the appliance as described in this manual.
• In case of damage caused by failure of not living up to this manual the warranty will decay immediately. The manufacturer/importer accepts no liability for damages caused by failure to not living up the manual, a negligent use or use not in accordance with the requirements of this manual.
• Always remove the power cord and let it cool:

before moving the unit;
before the unit is stored;

o before you go mounting or dismantle parts;
o before cleaning or maintenance work;
o after use.

• Only have the appliance repaired by a qualified service center.

Electricity and heat

• Before use, check that the mains power supply voltage is the same as the voltage indicated on the appliance.
• Always plug the appliance into an earthed plug socket.
• Regularly check the power cord for damage.
• Do not use the appliance if the power cord is damaged. Have a

damaged power cord replaced by a qualified service centre.

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to manufacturer or the nearest authorized service agent for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
• To remove the plug from the plug socket, pull the plug. Do not pull the power cord.

• Make sure the power cord does not come into contact with hot surfaces or steam.

• Always remove the plug from the plug socket before you move the appliance.

• The machine should not be operated by means of an external timer-switch or by means of a separate system with remote control.
• To prevent electrical overload don't put to many appliances on one group.
• To protect against electric shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or housing in water or other liquid.
• Do not touch the appliance if it falls into water. Remove the plug from its socket, turn off the appliance and do not use it again.
• Do not use the appliance close to hot objects such as a stove or oven.

Using the appliance

• The use of accessory attachment not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
• Only use the appliance indoors, in dry areas away from water.
• Don't immerse the appliance or plug in water or other liquids. This may cause an electric shock resulting in death!
• Do not use the appliance outdoors or on wet surfaces, in order to avoid the risk of an electric shock
• Place the machine on a flat, stable surface where it can not fall off.

• Place the appliance on a heat resistant surface, for example not directly on lacquered furniture.

• Place the unit at least 50~cm from the wall or combustible materials (such as curtains, candles or wipes).

• Place the appliance on a stable, flat surface and not too close to hot objects or open flames (such as hot plates).
• When the unit is not in use and before cleaning, disconnect the plug from the socket
• Don't let the power cord hang over sharp edges and keep it away from hot objects or open flames.
• Never use the appliance if the power cord or plug show signs of damage, if the device is dropped on the ground or in any other form of damage. Bring in such cases the

device to an expert for control and have it repaired if necessary.

• Never put water or any liquid into the outer pot.
• Never plug in the power cord without the inner pot inside the cooker.
• Never allow children unattended household appliances. Children are not able to estimate that involves the misuse of electrical appliances are the dangers.
  Children who are in the vicinity of the device or using the appliance, always under the supervision of an adult.

• Never leave the appliance unattended during use.

• Keep it pure, as it comes into direct contact with foodstuffs.

• Use extreme caution when moving or handling appliances containing hot oil or other liquids.
• Hold the device only by its handles, certain parts of the appliance become hot during use. Do not touch the metal parts, these are very hot.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

1. Lid
2. Steam basket
3. Inner bowl
4. Warm indicator light (keep warm)
5. Cook indicator light (cooking)
6. Cooking switch
7. On/off switch

FIRSTUSE

• Undo the appliance from all its packaging.
  Clean the appliance, see section "Maintaining your rice cooker".
• Continue with section "Use".

USE

Only use this product with the correct AC outlet.
- Place the inner pot inside the cooker before operating. The cooker will not turn on unless the inner pot is in place.
- When ready to cook, plug the cord into the cooker first, then into the wall outlet. Then press the on/off switch to "I" and press the cooking switch down.
- When your rice is done or food is steamed, the cooker will automatically switch to the warm function. Always unplug after use. Your cooker's power will remain on unless you press the on/off switch to "O" position and unplug the power cord. Allow cooling before cleaning.
- Place the lid on your inner pot while cooking. Keep the lid in place after serving to prevent your rice from drying out or discoloring.
To reheat cold rice, add about 1/4 cup (4Tb) of cold water per cup of cooked rice, stir to mix, then press switch to cook. Note: Leftover rice is excellent for making fried rice.
- Keep the bottom of your inner pot and the surface of the heating plate free from any foreign matter to prevent operating malfunctions.
- This appliance is intended for use with standard power outlets. Different levels of voltage in different homes may change approximate cooking times.
- Turn the Pot gently sideways to make sure it sits flat inside.

MAINTAINING YOUR RICE COOKER

Cleaning

Before cleaning your rice cooker, always press the on/off switch to "O" position, unplug the power cord and allow it to cool completely.

• Remove the inner pot and lid from the rice cooker and wash them in hot sudsy water. Rinses completely, then dry with a soft clean cloth.
• Clean the outside of your cooker when necessary with a clean damp cloth or with a mild dish detergent. Never use abrasive cleaners. Do not use any metal tools or steel wool on the outside finish or on cooking pot as they may cause damage. Do not submerge any part of the rice cooker body in water.
  To clean the heating plate and thermo-control plate, use steel wool to polish or

remove any residue. Then wipe with a damp cloth. Allow drying completely before re-using. You must keep the heating plate and thermo-control plate free from any foreign objects; otherwise the cooker will not operate properly.
- Any residue of vinegar or salt may cause your inner pot to corrode. Always cleanse completely after each use.

QUICK CLEANING TIP

Add 1/2 cup of water and a small amount of liquid dish or dishwasher detergent to inner pot. Press the switch to COOK and allow heating for 10 minutes. Cool. Rinse well and dry completely before re-using.

ABOUT RICE

Rice is a valuable source of complex carbohydrates and nutrition. It has no fat and is rich in thiamine, niacin and iron. An interesting note, more than half of the world's population eats rice every day.

There are many different varieties of rice available at your market. You may want to try several to see which types best suit your taste. Here are some of the more common types and some of their characteristics:

Long Grain Rice

Typically used for recipes calling for loose, non-sticky, individual grains after cooking. "California" rice is soft while "Caroline" a bit firmer. "Jasmine" is the firmest and is very flavorful and fragrant.

Short Grain Rice

This variety, while softer and sticker is the rice most commonly used in oriental recipes. The "California" variety is soft; "Sweet Rice", often called "Pearl" rice, is rounder in shape. The sweet rice is extra sticky and is often the variety of choice for making rice pudding.

Brown Rice

Brown rice is often considered the healthiest variety. If offers itself in it's natural unbleached, bran rich form. It contains more B-complex vitamins, irons, calcium and fibre than other varieties.

Wild Rice

Wild rice comes in many delicious varieties and mixes. Often it is mixed with long grain rice for its firmer texture and rich brown to black colour. Wild rice makes a wonderful stuffing for poultry when cooked with broth and mixed with your favourite dried fruits.

COOKING RICE

You'll have excellent results using this guideline. For your convenience, the inner pot features water measurement lines inside. We have also provided a handy cup that is designed to measure rice and water.

• Using the measuring cup provided in the package, measure and add rice to the inner pot. One full-level measure equals one cup.
• You may choose any one of the following ways to add water for cooking: By measuring cup, add proper amount of water to the rice inside the inner pot. (See measurement chart); By waterline, add water to the rice inside the inner pot up to the proper waterline. Example: for 4 cups of uncooked rice, add water to line 4.
• For softer rice, we suggest preparing rice and water in the inner pot and let it soak for 10-20 minutes before cooking.
• Place the lid on cooker and plug in power cord. Press the on/off switch to "1" position and press the cooking switch down. When your rice is cooked the cooker will automatically switch to the warm function.
• After cooking it is important to allow rice to stand, for 5-10 minutes without removing lid. This will ensure that rice is cooked through.
• Brown rice will take longer to cook. We suggest adding an additional 3/4-cup of water to accommodate the proper cooking time.

RICE/WATER MEASUREMENT CHART

RICE UNCOoked	WATER WITH MEASURING CUP PROVIDED	WATERLINE INSIDE INNER POT	APPROX COOKED RICE YIELD
1 cup	1 1/2 cups	Line 1	2 cups
2 cups	2 1/2 cups	Line 2	4 cups
3 cups	3 1/2 cups	Line 3	6 cups
4 cups	4 1/2 cups	Line 4	8 cups
5 cups	5 1/2 cups	Line 5	10 cups
6 cup	6 1/2 cups	Line 6	12 cups
7 cups	7 1/2 cups	Line 7	14 cups
8 cups	8 1/2 cups	Line 8	16 cups
9 cups	9 1/2 cups	Line 9	18 cups
10 cups	10 1/2 cups	Line 10	20 cups

Helpful hints

• You may rinse rice to remove excess bran and starch. This will help to reduce rice browning and sticking to the bottom of your pot after cooking, but it may also lose some nutrients in the rice.
• Remember: Place rice to your inner pot first and then add water before cooking.
  If you have experienced any sticking due to the type of rice you choose, try adding a light coating of vegetable oil to the bottom of inner pot before placing rice.
• When cooking brown or wild rice, add 3/4 additional cup of water.
• As there are many different kinds of rice available, rice/water measurement might be slightly different by using different kind of rice. Remember to make the adjustment to get the better result.

Notes: Always use the Measuring Cup coming together with your Rice Cooker, otherwise fill the water to the bottom of the waterline.

SOUPS AND STEWS

A hearty bowl of soup or stew is always welcome at any table. Be creative and use various leftover meats and vegetables with your favourite stock and create your own unique recipes. When preparing soup or stew, try to allow extra time for it to "simmer". This will allow flavours to blend and meat to be tenderer.

Helpful hints

• To thicken your stew, mix 1/4-cup flour with enough cold water to form a thin paste. Gradually add it to the stew and stir till thickened.
• If using fresh parsley or herbs in your recipe, add them in the last few moments of cooking to preserve flavour.
• Save any leftovers for the next day. The flavours increase overnight in your refrigerator.
• Canned stewed tomatoes or water with bouillon seasoning and spices added make great stock starters for soups and stews.

TECHNICAL DATA

Type nr: TM-1985

Power:700W

Supply voltage: 220-240V~50/60Hz

Dimensions:

Product measurements: 321 × 267 × 299 ~mm

Net weight: 2.31kg

TOMADO

Warranty regulations

We would like to congratulate you on buying an appliance from the TOMADO product range.

Warranty regulations

TOMADO provides a 2-year warranty for all defects caused by hidden deficiencies which render the appliance useless for normal operation.
The warranty runs from the date of purchase; we advise you to carefully save your receipt.
- Within the warranty period any defects in production or material will be resolved free of charge, by means of reparation, replacement of parts or replacement of the appliance as a whole.
- The warranty certificate has to be filled in by the sales person at the moment of purchase.
- Repairs will only be made under warranty in case it can proven (by means of a filled in warranty card and the receipt) that the day the complaint is filed falls into the warranty period.
- The warranty does not apply when defects or damages result from an accident, misuse, negligence (e.g. incorrect cleansing), or when repairs of alterations have been executed outside the authorized TOMADO service centre (excl. disassembling, as stated in the instruction manual).
- The warranty does not cover any defects arising when the appliance is connected to the wrong outlet voltage, not following the guidelines in the instruction manual and usual wear and tear.
- The warranty does not cover any defects arising from the lack of frequent descaling of appliances, whatever type of water has been used (especially for steam irons, coffee machines and water boilers).
TOMADO cannot be held responsible for any material damage or personal accident resulting from connecting

the appliance in breach of the locally applicable safety regulations and technical standards (for instance an inferior AC outlet). The warranty under no circumstances grants the right for any compensation.

All other claims, including damages, are excluded unless the Law states otherwise.
- Other warranty regulations than the warranty regulations stated above are not applicable.

Service

For more information you can write to the following address (postage paid):

TOMADO Consumenservice

Antwoordnummer 19016

NL-1000VC Amsterdam

The Netherlands

What do you do in case your appliance does not work?

When your appliance shows defects, you can refer to your salesperson. Your salesperson will make sure any defect will be repaired as soon as possible.

Repairs outside the warranty period

You can always hand in your appliance to have it repaired outside the warranty period. This will of course not be free of charge.

INFORMATIONEN ZU REIS

Guidelines for protection of the environment

This appliance should not be put into the domestic garbage at the end of its useful life, but must be disposed of at a central point for recycling of electric and electronic domestic

appliances. This symbol on appliance, instruction manual and packaging puts your attention to this important issue. The materials used in this appliance can be recycled. By recycling used domestic appliances you contribute an important push to the protection of our environment. Ask your local authorities for information regarding the point of recollection..