only be opened for maintenance by an
• Never replace the power cable yourself. Always
let the manufacturer, its service agent or a
similarly qualified person replace the power
• Always unplug the power cable when the
appliance is not in use or unattended, and
• Always check if the voltage stated on the type
plate of your appliance matches your mains
• For detailed information on how to clean
surfaces that come into contact with food, refer
to the "Cleaning and maintenance" section in
This user manual contains all the information for correct, safe, and efficient use of the
Ensure you have fully read and understood the instructions in this user manual before
Always store this user manual in a safe place near the appliance for future reference.
This manual is originally written in English. All other languages are translated
The product or packaging can be recycled and components must be
disposed of separately. Follow the local regulations.
The product or packaging can be recycled and components must be
disposed of separately. Follow the local regulations.
This product complies with conformity requirements of the applicable
European regulations or directives.
The Green Dot is the registered trademark of Der Grüne Punkt –
Duales System Deutschland GmbH and is protected as a trademark
worldwide. The logo may only be used by customers of DSD GmbH
holding a valid trademark usage contract or by engaged waste
management companies within the Federal Republic of Germany. This
also applies to reproduction of the logo by third parties in a dictionary,
an encyclopaedia or an electronic database containing a reference
The universal recycling symbol, logo, or icon is an internationally
recognized symbol used to designate recyclable materials. The
recycling symbol is in the public domain and is not a trademark.
This symbol is used for marking materials intended to come into
contact with food in the European Union as dened in regulation (EC)
This appliance is intended for indoor use only.
This appliance is intended exclusively for domestic, non-commercial use.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
- by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments.
Any use of the appliance other than described in this user manual is regarded as
misuse and may cause injury or damage to the appliance and void the warranty.
Appliance name Rice Cooker
Power supply 220-240V~ 50-60Hz
Power consumption in use 300 W
Power consumption in O-mode <0.5W
Power consumption in Standby mode N/A
Time needed to reach Standby mode N/A
KEEP WARM indicator light
1. Take the appliance and all accessories out of the box. Remove any stickers, plastic,
or protective film from the appliance.
2. Place the appliance on a flat, stable surface that can handle heat and moisture.
Leave at least 10 cm of space around it.
3. This appliance is not suitable for installation in a cabinet or for outside use.
4 Note. Plug the power cable into a socket. : Make sure the voltage which is indicated
on the device matches the local voltage before connecting the device.
5 A. Always put the inner pot
6 A. Make sure the inner pot
contains liquid, or be ready to immediately add oil,
butter or margarine to the inner pot A
before switching on the device.
7 A. Always dry the outer surface of the inner pot
before placing it inside the
. Any moisture remaining on the inner pot A
cracking noise while the unit is heating up.
8. When you turn on the appliance for the first time, it may give off a slight odor. This
is normal. Make sure the room is well ventilated. This smell is only temporary and
1 A. Use the measuring cup
provided to measure the desired quantity of rice. As
a guide one cup of rice is sufficient for one person, but this will vary according to
individual tastes. Fill the cup A
with rice leveling the top.
2. Thoroughly wash the rice in several changes of clean water and drain. If you don't
wash the rice this may cause poor results and/or a buildup of steam within the
appliance. Do not wash the rice in the inner pot A
3 A. Put the rice in the inner pot
and level the surface of the rice. Add sufficient cold
water to the corresponding level marked on the bowl e.g. to cook 3 cups of rice,
place the washed rice into the inner pot A
and then fill with water up to the 3 cup
level marked on the inner pot A
(See image B as an example). You may adjust
the amount of water added for your own personal taste. For a softer rice add a little
more water, and for a firmer rice a little less water.
in the rice cooker ensuring that there is no rice or any
moisture on the outside of the pot A
, ensuring that the vent hole in the lid A
6. Connect the appliance to the mains power supply and turn on the power using the
. Depress the control switch A
and the COOK light will glow.
7. Once the rice is cooked, the appliance will automatically switch to the KEEP WARM
and the KEEP WARM light A
8 A. Carefully lift the lid
and allow any condensation to drip into the rice cooker. Use
provided to fluff up the rice which is then ready to eat. Replace the
as quickly as possible. Consume the stirred rice within 1 hour.
1. Clean the appliance after every use.
2. Always unplug the appliance and let it cool down before cleaning.
3. Do not use strong or harsh cleaning products. They can damage the appliance.
4. Do not use sharp or metal tools to clean the appliance.
5. Never immerse the electrical appliance in water or any other liquid. The appliance is
6. The accessories are not dishwasher safe. Wash them by hand.
Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste, use
separate collection facilities. Contact your local government for information
regarding the collection systems available. If electrical appliances are
disposed of in landlls or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into
the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health and
well-being. When replacing old appliances with new ones, the retailer is
legally obligated to take back your old appliance for disposals at least free
You can nd all available information and spare parts at www.tristar.eu!
Indication for a hot surface. Contact may
cause burns. Do not touch.
• By ignoring the safety instructions the
manufacturer cannot be held responsible for the
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent
or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a
• Never move the appliance by pulling the cord
and make sure the cord cannot become
• This appliance is only to be used for household
purposes and only for the purpose it is made for.
• 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
• To protect yourself against an electric shock, do
not immerse the cord, plug or appliance in the
water or any other liquid.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• The appliance inlet must be dried before the
• For the first operation, it is advisable to read the
manual carefully beforehand and keep it
• If abnormal noise, smell, smoke or any other
failure or breakage is found during the operation,
you should turn off the switch and unplug it.
Then contact with your service center for repair.
Do not repair by yourself.
• Position the lid so that steam is directed away
• The heating element surface is subject to
• Warning: Risk of injury in case of misuse.
• Never use the appliance if there are visible signs
of damage or defects. Always replace a
damaged or defective appliance immediately.
Electric shock hazard due to short-circuiting:
• Always avoid spillage on the power cable.
• Never open the appliance. The appliance may
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