Zojirushi NS-TGC10 Micom 5-1/2-Cup Rice Cooker and Warmer Instruction Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Zojirushi NS-TGC10 Micom 5-1/2-Cup Rice Cooker and Warmer. This appliance is designed to provide perfectly cooked rice and other dishes with advanced fuzzy logic technology. Please read this manual thoroughly before use to ensure proper operation, safety, and to maximize the lifespan of your product.

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. These include:

• Read all instructions.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or the appliance 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.

Parts Identification

Figure 1: Zojirushi NS-TGC10 Micom 5-1/2-Cup Rice Cooker and Warmer. This image displays the front view of the rice cooker, highlighting its control panel with an LCD display, various menu buttons (White/Sushi, Quick, Mixed, Porridge, Sweet, Brown, Cake, Steam), and operational buttons (Cancel, Keep Warm, Timer, Start/Reheat, Time Setting arrows). The appliance features a stainless steel exterior with black accents and handles. While the image shows 'NS-TSC10' on the control panel, this manual refers to the NS-TGC10 model, which shares similar features and operation.

Familiarize yourself with the components of your rice cooker:

• Main Body: The primary unit housing the heating element and control panel.
• Inner Cooking Pan: Non-stick pan for cooking rice. Features water level markings.
• Inner Lid: Detachable for easy cleaning.
• Control Panel: LCD display and various function buttons.
• Measuring Cup: Specific cup for measuring rice (approximately 3/4 standard US cup).
• Spatula & Spatula Holder: For serving rice and convenient storage.
• Power Cord: Retractable for easy storage.

Setup and First Use

1. Unpacking: Carefully remove all packaging materials and accessories.
2. Cleaning: Wash the inner cooking pan, inner lid, spatula, and measuring cup with warm soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Wipe the exterior of the main body with a damp cloth.
3. Placement: Place the rice cooker on a stable, flat, heat-resistant surface, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Ensure adequate ventilation.
4. Power Connection: Extend the retractable power cord and plug it into a standard 110V electrical outlet.

Operating Instructions

Basic Rice Cooking (White/Sushi Rice)

1. Measure Rice: Use the provided measuring cup to measure the desired amount of rice. Do not overfill.
2. Wash Rice: Rinse the rice thoroughly in a separate bowl until the water runs clear.
3. Add to Inner Pan: Place the washed rice into the inner cooking pan.
4. Add Water: Add water up to the corresponding water level mark inside the inner pan for the type and amount of rice being cooked. For example, for 3 cups of white rice, fill to the "White Rice 3" line.
5. Place Pan: Place the inner cooking pan into the main body, ensuring it sits properly. Close the outer lid securely.
6. Select Menu: Press the MENU button repeatedly until "WHITE/SUSHI" is selected on the LCD display.
7. Start Cooking: Press the START/REHEAT button. The cooking indicator will light up, and the remaining cooking time may be displayed (or a pattern indicating cooking in progress).
8. Keep Warm: Once cooking is complete, the unit will automatically switch to "KEEP WARM" mode.
9. Serve: Open the lid, fluff the rice with the spatula, and serve.

Other Cooking Functions

The NS-TGC10 offers various cooking menus:

• Mixed Rice: For cooking rice with added ingredients.
• Porridge: For preparing creamy rice porridge.
• Sweet Rice: Optimized for sticky or sweet rice varieties.
• Brown Rice: Specific setting for brown rice, which requires longer cooking times.
• Quick Cooking: For faster cooking of white rice when time is limited (may result in slightly firmer rice).
• Cake: Allows baking simple cakes within the rice cooker.
• Steam: Use for steaming vegetables or other foods.

To use these functions, select the desired menu using the MENU button and then press START/REHEAT.

Delay Timer Function

The delay timer allows you to set the rice cooker to complete cooking at a specific time.

1. Prepare rice and water in the inner pan as usual.
2. Press the MENU button to select your desired cooking menu.
3. Press the TIMER button. The timer indicator will light up.
4. Use the TIME SETTING arrows (▲ / ▼) to adjust the desired completion time.
5. Press START/REHEAT. The timer will begin counting down, and cooking will start automatically to finish at the set time.

Keep Warm / Extended Keep Warm

After cooking, the unit automatically enters "KEEP WARM" mode to maintain rice at an optimal serving temperature. For longer warming periods, the "EXTENDED KEEP WARM" function can be activated (refer to specific instructions in the full manual for activation, if applicable). Press KEEP WARM to manually activate or deactivate this function.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Regular cleaning ensures optimal performance and hygiene of your rice cooker.

1. Unplug: Always unplug the appliance from the power outlet and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
2. Inner Cooking Pan: Wash the inner pan with warm water and mild dish soap. Use a soft sponge to avoid scratching the non-stick coating. Do not use abrasive cleaners or metal scrubbers.
3. Inner Lid: Detach the inner lid and wash it with warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
4. Main Body Exterior: Wipe the exterior with a soft, damp cloth. Do not immerse the main body in water or spray water directly onto it.
5. Steam Vent: Clean any food particles from the steam vent cap.
6. Accessories: Wash the measuring cup and spatula with warm soapy water.
7. Storage: Ensure all parts are completely dry before reassembling and storing the rice cooker.

Note: The inner cooking pan is not dishwasher safe. Hand washing is recommended to preserve the non-stick coating.

Troubleshooting

If the problem persists after attempting these solutions, please contact customer support.

Specifications

• Model Number: NS-TGC10
• Capacity: 5-1/2 Cups (uncooked rice)
• Power Source: Corded Electric
• Voltage: 110 Volts
• Wattage: 610 Watts
• Product Dimensions: 14"D x 10"W x 8.5"H
• Item Weight: 8.5 pounds
• Material: Stainless Steel (exterior), Non-stick (inner pan)
• Special Features: Advanced Fuzzy Logic, Multi-menu cooking, Automatic Keep Warm, Delay Timer, Retractable Power Cord
• Included Accessories: Spatula, Spatula Holder, Rice Measuring Cup

Warranty and Support

For warranty information and customer support, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Zojirushi website. Keep your purchase receipt for warranty claims.

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