Zojirushi Automatic Rice Cooker/Steamer

Important Safeguards

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or body in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Zojirushi may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of tables or counters, or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place the appliance on or near heat sources such as a gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food, water, or other hot liquids.
12. Always connect the plug to the appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet (for detachable power cord). To disconnect, move the WARM/COOK lever to the WARM position, then unplug unit from wall outlet. To disconnect, turn unit "OFF", then remove plug from wall outlet (for non-detachable power cord).
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
14. Do not use metallic scrubbing brushes or pads to clean the electrical terminal pins on either the appliance or cord set. Metal residual resulting from scrubbing the terminal pins can reduce the electrical insulation and cause electrical shock hazards.
15. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, cook only in the removable inner pan. Do not pour liquid into the outer pan.

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Note: The Zojirushi Rice Cooker is intended for household use only.

A. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord.

B. Longer detachable power supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

C. If a long detachable power supply cord or extension cord is used, (1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, (2) if the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounded type three-wire cord, and (3) the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

Following applies to Model No. NHS-06.

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.

Warnings

Do not allow liquid to come in contact with the Plug receptacle or Cord set. Doing so may cause short circuit or electric shock.

Parts Diagram

The rice cooker consists of the following parts:

• Inner Pan
• Lid
• Handle
• Steaming Tray (Not included in NHS-06)
• Spatula
• Measuring Cup
• Cord Set
• Main Body
• Keep Warm Lamp
• Cooking Lamp
• Cooking Switch
• Plug Receptacle

Specifications

How to Cook Rice

1. Measure Rice Accurately: Use the included measuring cup. Wash rice thoroughly in a separate bowl with cold water until the water runs clear. One level cup of rice is 180cc (approx. 6 oz.). Do not use the inner pan to wash rice as it may damage the pan.
2. Place Washed Rice in Inner Pan: Add cold water to the washed rice in the inner pan. The water level should correspond to the rice measurement lines inside the pan (e.g., for 3 cups of rice, fill to the "3" line). Adjust water based on rice freshness; use less for new rice, more for older rice.
3. Place Inner Pan in Cooker: Ensure the bottom of the inner pan and the heating plate are clean. Rotate the inner pan to sit evenly on the heating plate.
4. Distribute Rice Evenly: Ensure the rice is spread evenly in the inner pan. Cover with the lid.
5. Plug in Power Supply Cord: Connect the cord set to the rice cooker, then plug into a household outlet. Press the cooking switch down; the cooking lamp will illuminate. Do not open the lid during cooking.
6. When Cooking is Completed:
   • Keep Warm Type (NHS-10, NHS-18): The switch will pop up, the cooking lamp will turn off, and the keep warm lamp will light. Leave the lid closed for about 15 minutes for steaming. Do not keep rice on "Keep Warm" for more than five hours. Loosen the rice with a spatula after steaming.
   • Non-Keep Warm Type (NHS-06): The switch will pop up, and the unit shuts off automatically. Leave the lid closed for about 15 minutes for steaming. Loosen the rice with a spatula after steaming.
7. Unplug the Cooker: Disconnect the cord from the wall outlet, then from the rice cooker.

How to Cook Brown Rice

Brown rice is the entire grain with only the husk removed, retaining its nutrients. It takes longer to cook than white rice.

1. Measuring the Rice: Use the provided measuring cup. The maximum amount of cooked brown rice is less than white rice. Refer to the chart for model-specific capacities. Rinse rice for dry, fluffy rice; do not rinse for stickier rice.
2. Water Amount: Use the chart to determine the water needed per cup of brown rice. Water levels are embossed on the inside of the pan. Note: For NHS-10, 0.7 L is not embossed; fill between the 0.6 L and 0.8 L lines. Precaution: Adding too much rice or water may cause overflow.

3. Place Inner Pan and Cook: Place the inner pan in the cooker, ensuring it's seated correctly. Cover with the lid. Do not insert the steaming tray. Plug in the cord and press the cooking switch. Cook for about 40 minutes. The switch will pop up when done. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

4. Unplug Cooker: Unplug after steaming is finished. Do not use the keep warm function for brown rice as it may become dry or spoil.

Steaming Vegetables, Eggs, and Seafood

Follow these steps for steaming:

1. Put water into the inner pan. The amount of water varies by food and quantity. Refer to the chart for specific amounts.
2. Place the steaming tray into the inner pan and arrange food on the tray.
3. Cover with the lid, plug in the cord, and press the cooking switch.
4. When cooking is complete, the cooker will automatically switch to the "Keep-warm" cycle.

How to Measure the Water Amount: Use the provided measuring cup. For example, to measure 240 cc: Fill to the top (180 cc) and then measure 60 cc (180 cc + 60 cc = 240 cc). Note: The provided measuring cup measures to fluid ounces and differs from a standard U.S. measuring cup.

Rice Pudding

A simple dessert made with leftover rice.

In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt. Stir in milk, rice, and raisins. Pour into ovenproof glass custard cups (3 oz. for NHS-10, 6 oz. for NHS-18). Place steaming tray in cooking pan; add cold water. Place filled custard cups on the tray. Cover and press the cooking switch. Test doneness with a knife; if it comes out clean, it's ready. Remove cups with tongs. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar to taste.

Caramel Custard

Delicious caramel custards cooked easily in your rice cooker.

In a small bowl, whisk eggs, egg yolk, vanilla, salt, and half the sugar. Set aside. In a saucepan, heat the remaining sugar over medium heat until golden brown. Carefully pour hot milk into the saucepan (it will sizzle and foam). Heat and stir until caramel dissolves, about 3 minutes. Let the milk mixture cool to 176°F. Gradually whisk the milk mixture into the egg mixture. Pour into ovenproof glass custard cups (3 oz. for NHS-10, 6 oz. for NHS-18). Sprinkle lightly with nutmeg. Place steaming tray in cooking pan; add cold water. Place filled custard cups on the tray. Cover and press the cooking switch. Test doneness with a knife; if it comes out clean, it's ready. Remove cups with tongs. Serve warm or cold.

General Precautions

1. Do not immerse the main body in water or any other liquids.
2. Wash the inner pan and lid with hot, soapy water. Do not use abrasives or metal polish as it may scratch the nonstick surface of the pan.
3. Remove foreign objects from the surface of the cooking heater and the bottom of the inner pan.