SR-ZE185 - Rice cooker PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SR-ZE185 PANASONIC

Preparations 6-7 Functions 8-12• White Rice, Jasmine, Multi Grain, Quick Cook, Brown Rice or Sticky Rice

Cleaning and maintenance

How to use adjustable steam basket / When the display shows as follows

1. Read all instructions.

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

3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance 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 taking off

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions 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 cause

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 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 liquids.

12. Always attach plug to appliance fi rst, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any

control to “off”, then remove plug from wall outlet.

13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

14. This product is intended for household use only.

15. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

CAUTION : a. A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. b. The 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. c. The use of extension cords is not recommended. 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 fi t into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fi t fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fi t, contact a qualifi ed electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 2SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 2 1/26/2016 1:41:17 PM1/26/2016 1:41:17 PM3 Safety Precautions Must be followed! WARNING Indicates serious injury or death. CAUTION Indicates risk of injury or property damage. These symbols indicateprohibition.This symbol indicates requirementthat must be followed. WARNING Do not use the applianceif the power cord or power plug is damaged or the power plug is loosely connected to the power outlet.(It may cause an electricshock or fi re caused by short circuit).In order to prevent accidents or injuries to the users, other people and damage to property, please follow the instructions below. The following charts indicate the degree of damage caused by wrong operation. Do not plug or unplug thepower plug with wet hands.(It may cause an electricshock). Do not damage the power cord or power plug.Following actions are strictly prohibited.Modifying, placing near heatingelements, bending, twisting, pulling,putting heavy objects on top, andbundling the cord. (It may cause anelectric shock or fi re caused by shortcircuit).• If the supply cord is damaged,it must be replaced by a specialcord or assembly available from themanufacturer or its service agent. Do not insert any objects in the steam vent or gap.Especially metal objects such as pins or wires.(It may cause an electricshock or malfunction). This appliance is notintended for use by persons (including children) withreduced physical, sensoryor mental capabilities, orlack of experience and knowledge, unless theyhave been given supervisionor instruction concerninguse of the appliance by aperson responsible for theirsafety. Children should besupervised to ensure thatthey do not play with the appliance.(It may cause burn or injury). The symbols are classifi ed and explained as follows. Clean the power plug regularly.(A soiled power plug maycause insuffi cient insulation dueto the moisture, and may cause a fi re).• Unplug the power plug, and wipe with a dry cloth. Do not immerse the appliance inwater or splash it with water.(It may cause a fi re caused byshort circuit or electric shock).• Please enquire with an authorized dealer if water gets inside the appliance. Discontinue using the appliance immediately and unplug the power cord in cases of abnormal situations and breaking down.(It may cause smoking, a fi re or electric shock).• The power plug and the power cord become abnormally hot.• The power cord is damaged or power failure occurs when touched.• The main body is deformed or abnormally hot.• The unit gives out smoke or scorching smell.• There are cracks, looseness or wobbles of the appliance.• The cast heater is warped or the inner pan is deformed. Please make enquiries at a Panasonic authorized service center for immediate inspection and repair. Use only a power outlet ratedat 15 amperes / 120 volts AC.• Do not plug multiple appliances in the same inlet.(e.g. for abnormal situations or breaking down) Do not get your face closeto the steam vent or touchit with your hand. Keep thesteam vent out of reach ofsmall children.Steam vent(It may cause a burn). Do not modify, disassemble,or repair this appliance.(It may cause a fi re, electric shock or injury).• Please make enquiries at the storeor the repair department of anauthorized dealer. Insert the instrument plugand the power plug fi rmly.(Otherwise it may cause an electricshock and fi re caused by the heatthat may generate around theinstrument plug or the power plug).• Do not use a broken power plug or a loose power outlet. SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 3SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 3 1/26/2016 1:41:17 PM1/26/2016 1:41:17 PM4 Safety Precautions Must be followed! CAUTION Do not use the appliance in the following places.• In an area where it may be splashed with water or near a heat source. (It may cause a fi re caused by short circuit or electric shock).• An unstable surface or carpet, electric carpet, table cloths (ethylene plastic) or other object that cannot resist high temperature. (It may cause an injury, burn or fi re).• Near a wall or furniture. (It may cause a discoloration or deformation). Do not expose the power plug to steam and do not let water spill on the connector of the power plug.• Do not expose the power plug to steam when it is plugged in. (It may cause afi re caused by short circuit). When using a cabinet with sliding table, use the appliance where the power plug cannot be exposed to steam. Be sure to hold the instrument plug or the power plug when unplugging. Do not pull the power cord.(Otherwise it may cause anelectric shock or fi re caused by short circuit). Unplug the power plug from thepower outlet when the applianceis not in use.(Otherwise it may cause anelectric shock and fi re caused byshort circuit due to the insulation deterioration). Do not touch heating elements while the appliance is in use or after cooking.Especially the castheater. (It may causea burn). Do not use the cord set (for instrument plug and power plug) that is not specifi ed for use with this appliance. Also do not transfer them.(It may cause an electric shock, leakage, and fi re). Heating element is subjected to residual heat after use. Please allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning it.(Touching hot elements maycause a burn). Do not touch the hook button while moving the appliance.(It may cause the outer lid to open, resulting in a burn). Be careful when opening the outer lid while cooking.(It may cause a burn and injury due to overheat or malfunction). Precaution for Use Please put in correct amountof rice and water and select functions correctly according tothe operating instructions.(So as to avoid overfl ow of rice water, half-cooked rice or scorched rice).Before using the appliance, theanti-tarnish paper between theinner pan and the cast heater should be removed.(So as to avoid poor cooking or fi re).Please always clean the foreign matters such as rice on the inner pan, cast heater and temperature sensor.• Do not tilt or overturnthe appliance. • Before cleaning, turnoff the power switchand pull out thepower plug.Do not put ingredients to becooked directly into the appliancein which no inner pan is placed. Do not cook without inner pan.(So as to prevent any impurities fromcausing failure).Do not cover the outer lid withcloth or other objects when theappliance is in use.(So as to avoid deformation, colorchange of the outer lid or failure).Avoid using the appliance underdirect sunlight.(So as to avoid color change).Do not scoop out rice with anymetal object.(So as to avoid scratching the inner pan coating and causing peeling of thecoating).When there is any overfl owof rice water from thesteam vent, pull out thepower plug immediatelyto disconnect the powersupply. Do not resume theuse until the rice water onthe power plug and theinstrument plug is cleaned with a dry cloth.The appliance is forhousehold use only. Do notuse it for any commercial orindustrial purposes or anypurposes other than cooking.When power failure occursduring the operation of theappliance, the cooking resultmay be affected.Foreign mattersCast heaterTemperaturesensorInner pan(It may cause a burn). T Do not use other pans than the one specifi ed.Do not let water spill on thepower plug of the power cord set.(This may result in electric shock). SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 4SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 4 1/26/2016 1:41:23 PM1/26/2016 1:41:23 PM5 Parts Identifi cation Display Press this button to: 1. Select a cooking function.

4. Start setting cooking timer.

5. Cancel the operation.

Measure rice with the measuring cup provided.

• The volume of the measuring cup is about 180 mL.

• For the maximum quantity of rice to be cooked at once, refer to specifi cations in Page 17. Wash the rice till the water turns relatively clear.

Wash the rice quickly with plenty of water and stirring the rice lightly to wash it while changing water.

Repeat it for several times (wash the rice → pour out water), till the water turns relatively clear.

• In order to avoid scratching the non-stick coating on the inner pan surface, do not wash rice in the inner pan.

• Wash the rice thoroughly. Otherwise, rice crust may appear and the residual rice bran may affect the taste of the rice. Correct The cooking result may be affected Add the washed rice or other ingredients into the inner pan.

• Use water line on the inner pan to measure cooking quantity as follows :

Function Water Line White Rice White Rice Jasmine Jasmine Rice Multi Grain Multi Grain Quinoa Refer to Page 9 Quick Cook White Rice Brown Rice Brown Rice Sticky Rice Sticky Rice Soup / Slow Cook White Rice Porridge Porridge

• In the Soup / Slow Cook function, the total amount of ingredients and water shall not exceed the maximum water line for “White Rice”.

• Dry the outside surface of the inner pan. If it is wet, it may cause noise while cooking. Any foreign matters between the inner pan and the cast heater may damage the unit.

• Please make sure that the inner pan is on leveled surface.

• Please measure water by aligning water line left side and right side.

• If rice is too hard or too soft, please adjust water amount according to your personal taste. <Example>When the rice quantity is 5 measuringcups, wash the rice and put into theinner pan, then add water into the inner pan till the water surface reaches scale “5” at water line of “White Rice”. SR-ZE185 SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 6SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 6 1/26/2016 1:41:29 PM1/26/2016 1:41:29 PMATTENTION

Preparations Put the inner pan into the body and close the outer lid.

In order to closely attach the bottom of inner pan to the cast heater, please rotate the inner pan along the direction indicated by the arrow 2 or 3 times.

Please check whether the inner lid is properly set. (Refer to Page 14)

Close the outer lid until it clicks.

Please insert the instrument plug into the body fi rst.

Connect the power plug. Make sure that both plugs are tightly connected.

Power plugOutlet Body Instrument plug

• The table on the right shows the maximum allowable amount of white rice that can be cooked while steaming food in the adjustable steam basket.

• Reasonable time interval is recommended between subsequent cooking to ensure cooking result is normal.

• There is possibility of starch, spill over through steam vent if cooking is done using hard water (ie: untreated water). The maximum amount of rice (in measuring cups) Height of the adjustable steam basket Maximum amount of white rice SR-ZE185 SR-ZE105 Shallow 5 2 Deep 4 1 SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 7SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 7 1/26/2016 1:41:34 PM1/26/2016 1:41:34 PM8 Functions White Rice, Jasmine, Multi Grain, Quick Cook, Brown Rice or Sticky Rice Important Information• The amount of rice is specifi ed in specifi cations. (Page 17)• In the Quick Cook function, the rice may be harder or theremay be rice crust (Quick Cook function can be used for white rice).→ For better performance, please add some more water.→ For better performance, please stir and loosen the rice immediately and keep the rice warm for a few minutesafter the beep sound.*For brown rice, it takes about 2 hours to complete cooking. Operations (Cooking with the White Rice, Jasmine, Multi Grain, Quick Cook, Brown Rice or Sticky Rice function). Press button to point to White Rice, Jasmine, Multi Grain, Quick Cook, Brown Rice or Sticky Rice function.• The indicator blinks. Press button.• The indicator lights up and the cooking starts.• Before cooking is completed, the LCD display will show the remaining time in 1 minute decrement.

The cooking is over Stir and loosen the rice.

• When cooking is over, the electric rice cooker beeps and automatically switches to the Keep Warm function (The indicator turns off and the indicator lights up automatically).• lf you want to preset the timer for White Rice, Jasmine, Multi Grain, Brown Rice or Sticky Rice, please refer to“Using the Timer” (Page 13).Keep Warm• When the cooking is over, all functions will turn toKeep Warm function automatically. But some functions are not recommended to use with Keep Warm function.Please press button to exit Keep Warm function.• You can keep the rice warm for up to 5 hours, so as notto affect the taste or cause unpleasant smell.
• When in Keep Warm function, there may be some droplets at the edge of the inner pan.• The rice taste may be affected if rice scoop is left in the electric rice cooker during Keep Warm function. Menu Keep Warm The result after kept warmWhite Rice No problem.Jasmine Multi Grain Quick Cook Quinoa Affects the taste or causes a strange smell. Flavor can be adversely affected.Brown Rice Sticky Rice Porridge It may become too thick.Soup / Slow Cook Affects the taste or causes a strange smell.Steam ◯ : Can be used, × : Not recommend for use SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 8SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 8 1/26/2016 1:41:38 PM1/26/2016 1:41:38 PM9 Functions Quinoa Important Information• The amount of quinoa is specifi ed in specifi cations.(Page 17)• The amount of water for cooking is indicated below:Quinoa(Measuring cup)Water (Measuring cup)SR-ZE185 SR-ZE1051 cup 2 cups 2 cups2 cups 4 cups - Operations (Cooking with the Quinoa function). Press button to point to Quinoa function. • The indicator blinks. Press button.• The indicator lights up and cooking starts.• Before cooking is completed, the LCD display will show the remaining time in 1 minute decrement.

The cooking is over Press button.

• When cooking is over, the electric rice cooker beeps and automatically switches to the Keep Warm function (The indicator turns off and the indicator lights up automatically). However, we do not recommend using the Keep Warm function as it may affect the taste. Press the button to exit the Keep Warmfunction and unplug the power plug. SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 9SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 9 1/26/2016 1:41:45 PM1/26/2016 1:41:45 PM10 Functions Porridge Important Information• The amount of rice is specifi ed in specifi cations. (Page 17)
• If using too much water, it may cause spill over throughsteam vent.• In order to have thicker porridge you may reduce the water amount according to your personal taste.• When the outer lid is opened during cooking, the amount of moisture condensation may be increased. Operations (Cooking with the Porridge function). Press button to point to Porridge function. • The indicator blinks. Press button.• The indicator lights up and cooking starts.• Before cooking is completed, the LCD display will show the remaining time in 1 minute decrement.

• lf you want to preset the timer for Porridge, please refer to “Using the Timer” (Page 13). The cooking is over Press button.
• When cooking is over, the electric rice cooker beeps and automatically switches to the Keep Warm function (The indicator turns off and the indicator lights up automatically). However, we do not recommendusing the Keep Warm function as it may become too thick. Press the button to exit the Keep Warmfunction and unplug the power plug. SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 10SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 10 1/26/2016 1:41:46 PM1/26/2016 1:41:46 PM11 Functions Steam Important Information• After boiling and complete evaporation of water, theelectric rice cooker automatically switches off.• If you want to abort steaming during cooking, press button.• When steaming food while cooking rice, it’s recommended to use Jasmine, Multi Grain or White Rice function with maximum quantity as described on Page 7.→ Do not open the outer lid while cooking.(Cooking result may not be satisfactory).• Please do not block the hole of the inner lid with food. Preparations
• Add the required amount of water.• Place the adjustable steam basket into the inner pan as shown.• Place foods to be steamed into the adjustable steam basket.• Close the outer lid. Correspondence between the amount of water and time of steamingCooking timeAmount of waterSR-ZE185 SR-ZE105Less than 10 minutes 1 measuring cup 1 measuring cup10 ~ 30 minutes 2 measuring cups 2 measuring cups30 ~ 60 minutes 4 measuring cups 3 measuring cupsWaterAdjustablesteam basket Operations (Cooking with the Steam function). Press button to point to Steam function.
• The indicator and blink (as the default cooking time for Steam function).

Press button to set the cooking time as your desire.

• You can set the cooking time from 1 to 60 minutes (1 minute increment).
• Keeping the button pressed will make setting faster. Press button.• The indicator lights up and cooking starts.• After water is boiled, the LCD display will show remaining time in 1 minute decrement.

The cooking is over Press button.

• When cooking is over, the electric rice cooker beeps and automatically switches to the Keep Warm function (The indicator turns off and the indicator lights up automatically). However, we do not recommend using the Keep Warm function as it may affect the taste. Press the button to exit the Keep Warmfunction and unplug the power plug. SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 11SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 11 1/26/2016 1:41:49 PM1/26/2016 1:41:49 PM12 Functions Soup / Slow Cook Important Information• The maximum amount of ingredients and liquid forSoup / Slow Cook cannot exceed the maximumwater line for “White Rice”. Preparations
• Place all ingredients into the inner pan. • Close the outer lid. Operations (Cooking with the Soup / Slow Cook function). Press button to point to Soup / Slow Cook function. • The indicator and blink (as the default cooking time for Soup / Slow Cook function). Press button to set the cooking time as your desire.• You can set the cooking time from 1 to 12 hours (30 minutes increment). • Keeping the button pressed will make setting faster. Press button.• The indicator lights up and cooking starts.• The LCD display will show remaining time in 30 minutes decrement and reduce to 1 minute decrement when cooking time is less than 1 hour.

The cooking is over Press button.

• When cooking is over, the electric rice cooker beeps and automatically switches to the Keep Warm function (The indicator turns off and the indicator lights up automatically). However, we do not recommendusing the Keep Warm function as it may affect the taste. Press the button to exit the Keep Warmfunction and unplug the power plug. SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 12SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 12 1/26/2016 1:41:53 PM1/26/2016 1:41:53 PM13 Using the Timer The presetting time is desired time for eating.• Time can be preset 13 hours in advance.ExampleIf the timer is set for 2h, cooking will be completed at2 hours.* When the preset timing is less than the required timingfor cooking, the electric rice cooker will start cooking assoon as button is pressed. Operations Press button to select function.
• Applicable functions for timer setting: FunctionWhite Rice Brown RiceJasmine Sticky RiceMulti Grain Porridge

Press button to select the timer setting.

• The fi rst time button is pressed, the previous timer setting will be displayed.The time and the indicator blink.• The timer will advance 30 minutes each time.• Keeping the button pressed will make setting faster.

• The indicator turns off and the indicator lights up.• When cooking starts, the indicator turns off and the indicator lights up. • Timer setting can’t be used in the following functions :FunctionQuinoaQuick CookSteamSoup / Slow Cook SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 13SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 13 1/26/2016 1:41:56 PM1/26/2016 1:41:56 PM14 If an object has become stuck to the temperature sensor / cast heater, slightly polish it off using fi ne sandpaper (of about # 600). Then wipe with a damp cloth. Temperature sensor / Cast heater Cleaning and maintenance

• Be sure to unplug and carry out these operations when the appliance is cooled down.

• Parts need to be cleaned after every use.

• Do not use cleaning objects such as benzine, thinners, cleansing powder or metal scrubbers. Remove the inner lid Hold the two tabs, then pull them towards you. Attach the inner lid

Insert the protruding part into the locker on the outer lid in a tilted way.

Press the tabs (both sides) inwards the outer lid side until the click sound is heard.

• Wash with a diluted dishwashing detergent and sponge. Protruding part Load and unload tabs of inner lid Inner lid Inner panInner pan Accessories Measuring cup Adjustable steam basket Rice scoop Porridge scoop

• Wash with a diluted dishwashing detergent and sponge. Wipe with damp cloth. Upper frame Do not pour water directly on the upper frame. Wipe with a damp cloth.

• Do not use a dishwashing detergent. Body / Outer lid Wash with a diluted dishwashing detergent and sponge and wipe off the external surface of the pan. Do not use scouring pad. SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 14SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 14 1/26/2016 1:41:59 PM1/26/2016 1:41:59 PM15 How to use adjustable steam basket / When the display shows as follows How to use adjustable steam basket Height adjustment Put your thumb on the ring on the inner wall of the rotating part, lift and slightly turn it counterclockwise, and then release your fi nger. The height of the adjustable steam basket will increase. To restore the previous size, hold the bottom of the rotating part with your palm, slightly turn it clockwise, and lift it up to clip. Fixed partRotating part Disassembly Firstly, restore the adjustable steam basket to the initial state (shallow), turn it over on the table, and then press down fi rmly on the rotating part up to clip. Fixed part and rotating part will detach. Assembly Direct the protrusion on the edge of the rotating part towards the groove on the inner wall of the fi xed part, and then press with force on the bottom of the rotating part up to clip. When the display shows as follows Display Problems and troubleshooting Following continuous 96 hours Keep Warm function, the power supply will automatically cut off. Press button to resolve the error. Contact the authorized service center for repair. U14 H05 H01 H02 groove SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 15SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 15 1/26/2016 1:42:06 PM1/26/2016 1:42:06 PM16 Rice Cooking Details Cooking problems Keep Warm problems No power Strange sound occurs Too hard Undercooked Too soft Water overfl ow Burnt rice at bottom of inner pan Color change Bad smell Too dry Wrong rice and water proportion.

Pull out plug and check the socket. Sound occurs because of water that has stuck to inner pan. Inadequate washing of rice.

Foreign matters between inner pan and cast heater.

Cooking with a lot of oil.

The rice has been warmed more than 5 hours.

The outer lid is not securely closed.

The inner pan is not adequately washed.

The power cord is not connected to the socket securely.

• For power cord replacement and product repair, please contact Panasonic authorized service center.

• The design and specifi cations are subjected to change without prior notice. Function Cooking time (approximate) *

15 min Brown Rice 120 min Sticky Rice 40 min Porridge 60 min *1 Cooking time may vary depending on supply voltage, room temperature, kind of rice, cooking quantity, water quantity and water temperature. *2 Rice cooked (white rice at minumum cooking quantity) within 15 minutes. (Under Panasonic test method) SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 17SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_EN.indd 17 1/26/2016 1:42:11 PM1/26/2016 1:42:11 PM18

EXCHANGE PROGRAM Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada Inc. Electric Rice Cooker One (1) year Hot Water Dispenser One (1) year Automatic Bread Maker One (1) year Multi Cooker One (1) year Toaster Oven One (1) year Breakfast series (Coffee maker, Toaster, Kettle) Hand Blender One (1) year One (1) year This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging. IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF

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This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God. THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this warranty excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for illustration only.) In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary depending on your province or territory. CONTACT INFORMATION For product information and operation assistance, please visit our Support page: www.panasonic.ca/english/support For defective product exchange within the warranty period, please contact the original dealer. SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_BC.indd 66SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_BC.indd 66 1/26/2016 11:23:30 AM1/26/2016 11:23:30 AM67 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770, Ambler Drive, Mississauga (Ontario) L4W 2T3

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) Panasonic Products Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA Only) If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor. Product or Part Name Labor Parts .ry 1 .ry 1 secnailppA llamSLarge Capacity Rice Cookers (SR-42 series) 6 Months 6 Months During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. Mail-In Service – Online or Telephone Repair Request Online Repair Request To submit a new repair request, and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at: http://shop.panasonic.com/supportWhen shipping the unit, carefully pack and send it prepaid in the original (or supplied) carton. Include a letter detailing the complaint along with the bill of sales and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our web site at http://shop.panasonic.com/support as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE. Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER glass, plastic parts, temperature probes (if included) and normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a factory service center or other authorized servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to: Consumer Affairs Department Panasonic Corporation of North America 661 Independence Pkwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. Shop Accessories! As of June 2015 SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_BC.indd 68SR-ZE185_105_OIB_USA_BC.indd 68 1/26/2016 11:23:33 AM1/26/2016 11:23:33 AM