Hamilton Beach 20-Cup Rice Cooker & Food Steamer

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Hamilton Beach 20-Cup Rice Cooker & Food Steamer. This appliance is designed to simplify your cooking process, allowing you to prepare various types of rice and steam foods with ease. Please read this manual thoroughly before first use to ensure safe and efficient operation.

Important Safeguards

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

• Read all instructions.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or rice cooker base in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
• Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to "off", then remove plug from wall outlet.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• 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 fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

Parts and Features

Image: Hamilton Beach 20-Cup Rice Cooker, Model 37532N. The image displays the white rice cooker with its glass lid, control panel, and handles.

• Glass Lid: Allows monitoring of cooking process.
• Nonstick Removable Cooking Pot: Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.
• Cool-Touch Handles: For safe handling.
• Base Unit: Houses heating element and controls.
• Control Panel: Simple switch for Cook/Warm functions.
• Measuring Cup: For precise rice and water measurements.
• Rice Paddle: For serving cooked rice.
• Steamer Basket: For steaming vegetables, fish, and other foods.

Setup and First Use

1. Unpack all components and remove any packaging materials.
2. Wash the removable cooking pot, glass lid, measuring cup, rice paddle, and steamer basket in warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
3. Wipe the exterior of the rice cooker base with a damp cloth. Do not immerse the base in water.
4. Place the rice cooker on a stable, heat-resistant surface away from walls and cabinets to allow for proper ventilation.

Operating Instructions

Cooking Rice

1. Using the provided measuring cup, measure the desired amount of rice. One full cup of uncooked rice yields approximately two cups of cooked rice. The maximum capacity is 10 cups of uncooked rice (20 cups cooked).
2. Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.
3. Place the rinsed rice into the removable cooking pot.
4. Add the appropriate amount of water. A general guideline is 1:1 ratio for white rice (e.g., 1 cup rice to 1 cup water) and 1:2 ratio for brown rice (e.g., 1 cup brown rice to 2 cups water). Adjust water quantity based on rice type and desired consistency.
5. Place the cooking pot into the rice cooker base and cover with the glass lid.
6. Plug the power cord into a standard electrical outlet.
7. Press the control switch to the "COOK" position. The indicator light will illuminate.
8. The rice cooker will automatically switch to the "WARM" setting once the rice is cooked. The "WARM" indicator light will illuminate.
9. Allow the rice to rest on "WARM" for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the rice to absorb any remaining moisture and become fluffier.
10. Unplug the appliance from the outlet when finished.

Steaming Food

1. Add approximately 1 to 2 cups of water to the removable cooking pot. Ensure the water level is below the steamer basket.
2. Place the steamer basket into the cooking pot.
3. Arrange food items (e.g., vegetables, fish) in the steamer basket. Do not overcrowd.
4. Cover with the glass lid.
5. Plug the power cord into a standard electrical outlet.
6. Press the control switch to the "COOK" position.
7. Steam until food reaches desired tenderness. Cooking times will vary based on food type and quantity.
8. Carefully remove the lid, avoiding steam. Use oven mitts if necessary.
9. Unplug the appliance from the outlet when finished.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Proper cleaning ensures the longevity and performance of your rice cooker.

1. Always unplug the rice cooker and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
2. The removable cooking pot, glass lid, measuring cup, rice paddle, and steamer basket are dishwasher safe. Alternatively, wash them in warm, soapy water, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
3. Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or steel wool on the nonstick cooking pot, as this can damage the surface.
4. Wipe the exterior of the rice cooker base with a damp cloth. Do not immerse the base in water or any other liquid.
5. Ensure all parts are completely dry before storing the appliance.

Troubleshooting

Specifications

• Model: 37532N
• Capacity: 10 Cups Uncooked Rice (20 Cups Cooked)
• Power Source: Corded Electric
• Voltage: 100 Volts
• Wattage: 400 Watts
• Material: Metal (Base), Glass (Lid), Nonstick (Cooking Pot)
• Color: White
• Special Features: Non-Stick Removable Pot, Automatic Keep Warm Function
• Product Care: Dishwasher Safe (Removable Parts)
• Overall Dimensions: 10.83" (Height) x 12.72" (Width) x 10.71" (Depth)
• Item Weight: 7.2 lbs

Warranty and Support

Hamilton Beach products are manufactured to the highest quality standards. For detailed warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Hamilton Beach website. If you have any questions or require assistance with your appliance, please contact Hamilton Beach Customer Service.

Website: www.hamiltonbeach.com

Customer Service: Refer to your product registration or the Hamilton Beach website for current contact information.