Rice Cooker User Manual

NS-WXC10/18
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EXPLANATION OF RICE
TYPES OF RICE
Germ
Chaff
Bran layer
Albumen
Rice in the husk
The chaff has
been removed.
Brown Rice
All the bran
and germ have
been removed.
White Rice
All specks of bran
left on the surface of
the white rice have
been removed.
Rinse-Free Rice
About 30% of
the bran and
germ have
been removed.
Semi-Brown
Rice 30%
All bran has been removed but
the germ of brown rice remains.
White Rice with Germ
About 50% of
the bran and
germ have
been removed.
Semi-Brown
Rice 50%
About 70% of
the bran and
germ have
been removed.
Semi-Brown
Rice 70%
White Rice with Germ is polished using a special technique
that cannot be performed by a household rice polisher.
May be purchased at a specialty store or grocery.
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Names and types of rice varies according to how the grain has been polished
and/or processed.
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HOW TO MAINTAIN THE INNER COOKING PAN IN GOOD CONDITION
Different grades of rice correspond to the
percentage of bran and germ removed.
Brown rice that is ready to be
germinated by a special process.
Germinated Brown Rice
The process gives a softer texture and improved taste.
Also contains the nutrient GABA (gamma-aminobutyric
acid).
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TIPS TO COOKING GREAT-TASTING RICE
HOW TO COOK GREAT-TASTING RICE
Measure rice accurately
Adjust the amount of water accordingly
Stir and loosen rice immediately after
cooking has completed
Do not use strong alkaline ionic water
Softer rice
White rice with germ
Old crop
Harder rice
New crop
e.g.: When Cooking 6 Cups of
White Rice
Normal scale level
Reduce water slightly
from the normal level
Add a little water to
the normal level
Water AdjustmentType of Rice
Be sure to use the Measuring Cup provided, as other measuring cups may differ.
Level the rice off at the top of the cup to maintain accuracy.
Rinse rice quickly
The first rinse should be done quickly, swishing and stirring the rice by hand with
plenty of water. Drain the water immediately afterwards. Then rinse the rice 4-5
times with fresh water to clean out the bran.
Excessive moisture is released, resulting in
rice that is perfectly cooked with a fluffy
texture.
Rice cooked with strong alkaline ionic water
may appear yellow or become too glutinous.
HOW TO USE THE KEEP WARM MODE
When keeping a small amount of rice warm, gather the rice
toward the center of the Inner Cooking Pan to prevent drying.
Do not use the Keep Warm mode for the following:
・Adding rice.
・Reheating cold rice.
・Keeping rice warm when it contains additional ingredients and seasonings
(mixed rice or sweet rice).
・Keeping food other than rice warm such as croquette or miso soup.
・Keeping rice warm for more than 12 hours.
・Keeping rice warm when the Spatula has been left inside the Rice Cooker.
(PREPARATION
& KEEP WARM)
When keeping rice in the Inner Cooking Pan for later consumption, use the Keep
Warm mode.
Gather rice
in center
Add water to water level 6
for WHITE RICE.
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This illustration shows the Inner
Cooking Pan of 1.8L model.
The nonstick coating may eventually discolor or peel off. This will not affect its cooking or
Keep Warm performances or sanitary properties, and is harmless to your health.
If concerned with the peeling of the nonstick coating, please replace the Inner Cooking
Pan by purchasing a new one.
The nonstick coating can peel off if damaged. Please take special care to prevent damage
and follow these precautions:
REMARKS:
The nonstick coating may wear out with use.
<During Preparation>
・Remove foreign matters (such as sand) from the rice before rinsing.
・Do not use utensils such as whisks to rinse the rice.
・Use the Inner Cooking Pan only for this Rice Cooker.
<When Cooking Completes>
・Do not pour vinegar into the Inner Cooking Pan (when making sushi rice).
・Do not use a metal ladle (when serving porridge).
・Do not hit the Inner Cooking Pan hard (when serving).
<When Cleaning>
・Do not place spoons or bowls inside the Inner Cooking Pan.
・Clean the Inner Cooking Pan immediately after using any seasonings.
・Only use soft materials such as a sponge when cleaning.
・Do not use a thinner, benzene, abrasive cleaners and brushes (nylon/metal), bleach or anything
that may damage the Inner Cooking Pan.
●The rice may develop a foul odor or spoil if the Keep Warm mode is cancelled or if
left in an unplugged Rice Cooker.