RC22.16 - Rice cooker AFK - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Rice cooker
Brand	AFK
Model	RC22.16
Power supply	220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Power	900 W
Cooking capacity (raw rice)	Up to 10 cups (with measuring cup provided)
Functions	Automatic cooking, keep warm
Control type	Push button with automatic shut-off
Indicator lights	Cooking light (red) and keep warm light
Material of the inner pot	Non-stick
Material of the lid	Glass
Included accessories	Measuring cup, rice spoon, glass lid
Cleaning of the inner pot and lid	Washable with soapy water, rinse and dry
Cleaning of the housing	Damp cloth, do not immerse
Maintenance of the heating plate	Remove grains, polish with steel wool if necessary
Safety instructions	Unplug before cleaning, do not immerse, hot surfaces
Usage	Household use only
Preheating	Not required
Steam cooking time after shut-off	15 minutes recommended
Disposal	Complies with WEEE directive, do not dispose with household waste

Frequently Asked Questions - RC22.16 AFK

How to wash rice before cooking?

Wash the rice separately until the water is clear to remove the skin that gives an unpleasant odor.

How much water to add for 4 cups of rice?

Pour water up to the 4-4 1/2 line in the inner pot.

How to use the keep warm function?

After cooking, the Warm light turns on automatically; do not use for more than 12 hours.

What if the rice is too sticky?

Check the water amount; follow the marks on the inner pot.

Can I cook other foods besides rice?

The appliance is designed for rice; other foods may not be suitable.

How to clean the heating plate?

Remove the rice grains; use steel wool to polish the area.

Can I immerse the housing?

No, only immerse the inner pot and lid; the housing must be cleaned with a damp cloth.

What if the light doesn't turn on?

Make sure the inner pot is correctly placed and the appliance is plugged in.

Can I use an extension cord?

No, plug directly into a wall outlet to avoid risks.

How to dispose of the appliance at end of life?

Do not dispose of it with household waste; follow the WEEE directive and contact local authorities.

USER MANUAL RC22.16 AFK

1. Read all instructions carefully.
2. Do not touch hot surface,use handles.
3. To prevent electrical hazards do not immerse cord, plug and rice cooker (heating plate) in water or other liquid.
4. "This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and 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.
5. Children shall not play with the appliance.
6. -Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised.
7. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years."
8. The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
9. Don't move it when it's working.
10. Unplug appliance from wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow appliance to cool completely before putting on or taking off parts.
11. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer or its service agent.
12. Use of accessory attachment not recommended by manufacturer may cause hazards.
13. Do not use this product outdoors.
14. Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surface.
15. Do not let appliance on or near gas or electric burner, or in heated oven. The appliance must not be immersed in water.

16. Extreme caution must be used when moving and the appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

17. Only plug cord into the wall outlet,not extension cords.To disconnect,remove by plug,not cord.

18. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
19. Save this instruction.
20. These units are "for household use"
21. Preheating the appliance is not necessary.

THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE

Anytime the rice cooker is plugged into a wall outlet and the switch is not set for cooking, the "Keep Warm" feature is operating.

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Cleaning: After using the rice cooker, unplug the cord and let unit cool.

1. Remove inner pot and lid and wash them in hot sudsy water, taking care to rinse completely;then dry with a damp cloth.
2. Clean outside of cooker with clean damp cloth, never clean any part of cooker with abrasive or otherwise harsh cleaners. Instead, use a damp cloth or sponge with water and mild dish deterged. Do not submerge any part of cooker expect inner pot and lid.
3. Grains of rice, or other foreign matter, may become stuck to heating plate. These must be remove cooked rice. Afterwards, steel wool can be used to smooth out and polish the area to insure goods contacts between heater and bottom of inner pot.

HOW TO USE

1. Measure rice with included measuring cup. One cup uncooked rice makes approximately 3 cups cooked rice. Wash rice in a separated bowl until water is relatively clear.

2. Place washed rice in the pan. And we suggest you add water in the cooking pot according to the following standard:

USING THE MEASURING CUP (for all types)

raw rice by cup	water added to the line on the pot
10 cups	10-10 1/2 cups
8 cups	8-8 1/2 cups
6 cups	6-6 1/2 cups
4 cups	4-4 1/2 cups
2 cups	2-2 1/2 cups

1. Set pan in cooker.To place correctly, turn pan gently to right and left.Close the cover firmly.
2. Attach the cord to the cooker and plug it in. Do not plug it until ready to cook. Otherwise, rice maybe spoiled. If the pan is not in the cooker, working will not begin.
3. Press switch.Red cooking indicator light tells you that the cooking has started.
4. When the rice is done, the switch will pops up and click will sound. At the same time "COOK" light will go out and "Warm" light will go on, indicating the "WARM" function will be continued to keep the rice warm. After the switch pops up, leave covered for 15 minutes to steam rice.
5. Unplug after use.Grasp the plug, not the cord.

COOKING HINTS

1. Washing rice: bran gives an unpleasant odor to cooker rice. To remove bran, rice should be washed thoroughly in lukewarm water. However, washing rice may cause loss of vitamins and nutrition.

2. "Warm" feature: using this feature for more than 12 hours may cause rice discoloration or odor. The sooner rice is served, the better it will taste. "WARM" should be used during meal.

1. Glass lid

2. Cooking pot

3. Housing

4. On/Off switch

5. Control lamps

6. Measuring beaker

7.Rice spoon

Technical data

Power supply: 220-240V- 50/60Hz

Power: 900W

Environmental friendly disposal

The symbol above and on the product means that the product is classed as Electrical or Electronic equipment and should not be disposed with other household or commercial waste at the end of its

useful life.

The Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) has been put in place to recycle products using best available recovery and recycling techniques to minimise the impact on the environment, treat any hazardous substances and avoid the increasing landfill. Contact local authorities for information on the correct disposal of Electrical or Electronic equipment.

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