Aroma Housewares ARC-753SGB Stainless Rice Cooker
INTRODUCTION
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
- Important: Read all instructions carefully before first use.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the handles or knobs.
- Use only on a level, dry and heatresistant surface.
- To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or the appliance in water or any other liquid. See instructions for cleaning.
- Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children.
- Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow unit to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Aroma® customer service for examination, repair or adjustment.
- The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Aroma® Housewares may result in fire, electrical shock or injury.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let cord touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of a counter or table.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
- Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
- Use only with a 120V AC power outlet. Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance containing rice, hot oil or other hot liquids.
- Do not touch, cover or obstruct the steam vent on the top of the rice cooker as it is extremely hot and may cause scalding.
- Always unplug from the base of the wall outlet. Never pull on the cord.
- The rice cooker should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other operating appliances. If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, the rice cooker may not operate properly.
- Always make sure the outside of the inner pot is dry prior to use. If the inner pot is returned to the cooker when wet, it may damage or cause the product to malfunction.
- Use extreme caution when opening the lid during or after cooking. Hot steam will escape and may cause scalding.
- Food should not be left in the inner pot with the Warm function on for more than 12 hours.
- To prevent damage or deformation, do not use the inner pot on a stovetop or burner.
- To disconnect, flip cook switch to Warm then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
- To reduce the risk of electrical shock, cook only in the removable inner pot provided.
Short Cord Instructions
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from it being grabbed by children, and becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Parts Identification
Before First Use
- Read all instructions and important safeguards.
- Remove all packaging materials and check that all items have been received in good condition.
- Tear up all plastic bags and dispose of them properly as they can pose a risk to children.
- Remove the inner pot from the cooker and clean with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly before returning to the cooker.
- Wash the lid and all other accessories in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
- Wipe the cooker body clean with a damp cloth.
To Clean
- Remove the inner pot when the cooker has completely cooled.
- Hand wash the lid and all accessories or place on the top rack of the dishwasher.
- Wipe the cooker body clean with a damp cloth.
- Thoroughly dry cooker body, lid and all accessories. Reassemble for next use.
Troubleshooting
Rice is too dry/hard after cooking.
If your rice is dry or hard/chewy when the cooker switches to Warm, additional water and cooking time will soften the rice. Depending on how dry your rice is, add ½ to 1 cup of water and stir through. Place the lid on top and switch to Cook. When the cooker switches to Warm mode, remove the lid and stir the rice to check the consistency. Repeat as necessary until rice is soft and moist.
Rice is too moist/soggy after cooking.
If your rice is still too moist or soggy when the cooker switches to Warm, use the serving spatula to stir the rice. This will redistribute the bottom (moist) part of the rice as well as release excess moisture. Place the lid on top and allow to remain on Warm mode for 10-30 minutes as needed, removing the lid and stirring periodically to release excess moisture.
Cooking Rice & Grain
- Using the provided measuring cup, add rice or grain to the inner pot.
- Rinse to remove excess starch. Drain.
- For white rice, fill with water to the line which matches the number of cups of rice being cooked. For brown rice or grain, see the “Grain & Water Measurement Tables” on page 8.
- Place the inner pot into the cooker.
- Place the lid securely onto the rice cooker.
- Plug the power cord into an available 120V AC wall outlet.
- Press the cook switch down to begin cooking.The cook indicator light will illuminate as the rice cooker begins cooking the rice or grain.
- When rice or grain is ready, the cook switch will automatically flip up and switch on to Warm mode.
- For best results, stir the rice or grain with the serving spatula to distribute any remaining moisture.
- When finished serving, unplug the power cord to turn the rice cooker off.
Measurement Table
White Rice & Water
Grain & Water
| Brown Rice Measurement Table | ||||
| Uncooked Rice* | Water with Rice Measuring Cup* | Approx. Cooked Rice Yield* | Cooking Times | |
| 1 Cup | 1¾ Cups | 2 Cups | 40-45 Min. | |
| 2 Cups | 3 Cups | 4 Cups | 45-50 Min. | |
Grain Measurement Table
| Grain | Uncooked Grain Amount* | Water with Rice Measuring Cup* | Approximate Cooked Grain Yield* |
| Quinoa | 1 Cup | 2 Cups | 3 Cups |
| Pearl Barley | 1 Cup | 3 Cups | 4 Cups |
| Kamut | 1 Cup | 3 Cups | 3 Cups |
| Amaranth | 1 Cup | 3 Cups | 2 Cups |
| Rye | 1 Cup | 3 Cups | 2 Cups |
| Millet | ¾ Cup | 2 Cups | 3 Cups |
| Bulgur | 1 Cup | 2 Cups | 2 Cups |
Recipes
Jambalaya
Cut the smoked sausage in half, lengthwise, then into ¼” half circles. Add all ingredients to the inner pot and mix well. Place the inner pot into the rice cooker, place the lid securely onto the rice cooker and press the cook switch. Allow rice to cook until the rice cooker switches to Warm. Stir and serve immediately.
Green Chili Chicken Rice
Place all ingredients into the inner pot and stir until evenly distributed. Place the inner pot into the rice cooker, place the lid securely onto the rice cooker and press the cook switch. Allow rice to cook until the rice cooker switches to Warm. Stir and serve immediately
Ham & Swiss Frittata
Combine all ingredients (except cheese) in a large bowl, ensuring that they mix well. Pour the mixed ingredients into the inner pot and top with an even layer of cheese. Press the cook switch. Cook for 12 to 14 minutes. When eggs are set, slide frittata onto a serving plate. Cut into wedges to serve
Classic Mushroom Pilaf
Add butter into the inner pot and press the cook switch down. Allow the butter to melt then add onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes using a long-handled wooden spoon. Add mushrooms and sauté an additional 5 to 6 minutes. Add garlic and rice and sauté until rice is well coated. Add cardamom, broth and salt. Cover and allow to come to a boil. Stir in peas. Re-cover and allow to simmer until the rice cooker completes its cooking cycle. Once the rice cooker switches to Warm, allow to stand 5 minutes, then fluff grains gently with the serving spatula. Serve immediately
Limited Warranty
Aroma Housewares Company warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for one year from provable date of purchase in the United States. Within this warranty period, Aroma Housewares Company will repair or replace, at its discretion, defective parts at no charge, provided the product is returned, freight prepaid with proof of purchase and U.S. $20.00 for shipping and handling charges payable to Aroma Housewares Company. Before returning an item, please call the toll free number below for a return authorization number. Allow 2-4 weeks for return shipping. This warranty does not apply if the warranty period expired; the product has been modified by any unauthorized service center or personnel; the defect was subject to abuse, improper use not conforming to product manual instructions, or environmental conditions more severe than those specified in the manual and specification, neglect of the owner or improper installation; the defect was subject to Force Majeure such as flood, lightning, earthquake, other natural calamities, war, vandalism, theft, brownouts or sags (damage due to low voltage disturbances). This warranty gives you specific legal rights, which may vary from state to state, and does not cover areas outside of the United States.
Service & Support
In the event of a warranty claim, or if service is required for this product, please contact Aroma® customer service toll-free at:
- 1-800-276-6286
- M-F, 8:30am-4:30pm, Pacific Time
Or we can be reached online at:
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- Aroma Housewares Company
- 6469 Flanders Drive, San Diego, CA 92121, U.S.A.
- 1-800-276-6286 | www.AromaCo.com
- M-F, 8:30am – 4:30pm, Pacific Time
FAQS
About 700 watts of electric power is consumed; on slow cooking mode, once the food is cooked, about 30–45 watts of electricity is consumed.
One cup of dry rice will make enough cooked rice for two to three adult servings. (Or two adults and two small children.) The cool thing about this recipe is it is proportional. Always use one part rice to two parts water
The basic water to white rice ratio is 2 cups water to 1 cup rice. You can easily, double and even triple the recipe; just make sure you are using a pot large enough to hold the rice as it cooks and expands.
The stove top rice cooking method wins out for storage, but rice cookers are better on the go.
Usually, you add salt to water in order to boil the water to cook rice or pasta. Adding salt to water adds flavor to the water, which is absorbed by the food. Salt enhances the ability of chemoreceptors in the tongue to detect molecules that are perceived through the sense of taste
Simmer until water is completely absorbed and rice is tender – about 15-25 minutes (will depend on size and freshness of rice). Drain off any excess water if there is any (there shouldn’t be
For any type of grain size (short, medium, or long) you can follow a 1:1 ratio of water to rice. If you want to add more rice, you can adjust the recipe in a similar way, 2 cups of rice to 2 cups of water
Most chefs, including Tsai, agree that putting well-rinsed rice in your rice cooker first and then adding wateris how to make jasmine rice at home like a pro. This method also works on most other varieties including long-grain white rice and most basmati.
The bottom rice can burn if you’re not careful. Once the rice begins to cook, it is a good idea to stir the rice every 2-3 minutes until the cooking cycle is complete
And last but not least, flavor your rice with chicken or vegetable broth and a mix of your favorite veggies
