Philips Rice Cooker HD3138 User Manual

What's in the box

• Rice cooker main unit
• Measuring cup
• User manual
• Rice&Soup ladle
• Steam basket
• Warranty card

Overview

The rice cooker components are:

• a Sealing ring
• b Detachable inner lid
• c Water level indications
• d Inner pot
• e Cook button
• f Keep-warm button
• g Power cord
• h Main body
• i Heating element
• j Lid
• k Lid release button
• l Detachable steam vent cap
• m Rice&Soup ladle
• n Measuring cup
• o Steam basket

Using the rice cooker

Before first use

1. Take out all the accessories from the inner pot. Remove the packaging material of the inner pot.
2. Clean the parts of the rice cooker thoroughly before using the rice cooker for the first time (see chapter "Cleaning and Maintenance").

Note: Make sure all parts are completely dry before you start using the rice cooker.

Preparations before use

1. Measure the rice using the measuring cup provided (refer to Figure 1 for measuring rice).
2. Wash the rice thoroughly (refer to Figure 2 for washing rice).
3. Put the pre-washed rice in the inner pot.
4. Add water to the level indicated on the scale inside the inner pot that corresponds to the number of cups of rice used (refer to Figure 3 for water level). Then smooth the rice surface.
5. Press the lid release button to open the lid (refer to Figure 4 for opening the lid).
6. Wipe the outside of the inner pot dry (refer to Figure 5 for drying the pot), then put the inner pot in the rice cooker (refer to Figure 6 for placing the pot). Check if the inner pot is in proper contact with the heating element.
7. Close the lid of the rice cooker (refer to Figure 7 for closing the lid), put the plug in the power socket (refer to Figure 8 for plugging in).

Note:

• Each cup of uncooked rice normally yields 3 cups of cooked rice. Do not exceed the quantities indicated on the inside of the inner pot.
• The level marked inside the inner pot is just an indication. You can always adjust the water level for different types of rice and your own preference. If the voltage is unstable in your area, it is possible that the rice cooker overflows.
• Besides following the water level indications, you can also add rice and water at a 1:1-1.2 ratio for rice cooking. Do not exceed the quantities indicated on the inside of the inner pot.
• Use a separate container to wash the rice to avoid damaging the non-stick coating of the inner pot.
• Make sure that the outside of the inner pot is dry and clean, and that there is no foreign residue on the heating element or the magnetic switch.

Cooking Rice

1. Follow the steps in "Preparations before use".
2. Press the cook button (Cook), and the cook indicator lights up (refer to Figure 9 for the cook button).
3. When the cooking is finished, the cooking indicator will be off.
4. The rice cooker switches to the keep warm mode automatically, and the keep warm (Warm) indicator lights up (refer to Figure 10 for the keep-warm indicator).

Note:

• Do not exceed the volume indicated nor exceed the maximum water level indicated in the inner pot, as this may cause the rice cooker to overflow.
• Do not open the lid right after the rice cooker enters the keep-warm mode and ensure that rice is in keep-warm mode for 15 minutes if you cook a large quantity of rice.

Steaming

1. Measure a few cups of water with the measuring cup (refer to Figure 11 for measuring water).
2. Pour the water into the inner pot (refer to Figure 12 for pouring water).
3. Put the steam basket into the inner pot (refer to Figure 13 for placing the steam basket).
4. Put the food into the steam basket (refer to Figure 14 for adding food).
5. Close the lid of the rice cooker, put the plug in the power socket.
6. Press the cook button (Cook), and the cook indicator lights up (refer to Figure 9 for the cook button).
7. When the steaming is finished, pull up the control lever.
8. The rice cooker switches to the keep warm mode, and the keep warm (Warm) indicator lights up (refer to Figure 10 for the keep-warm indicator).

Note:

• Use a kitchen glove or a cloth, as the plate and steam basket will be very hot.
• You can cook rice while steaming food. Do not exceed the volume indicated nor immerse the steam basket in the water, as this may cause the rice cooker to overflow.
• You can adjust the water level as needed.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Note:

• Unplug the rice cooker before starting to clean it.
• Wait until the rice cooker has cooled down sufficiently before cleaning it.

Interior

Inside of the lid and the main body:

• Wipe with a wrung-out and damp cloth.
• Make sure to remove all the food residues stuck to the rice cooker.

Heating element:

• Wipe with a wrung-out and damp cloth.
• Remove food residues with a wrung-out and damp cloth or toothpicks.

Exterior

Surface of the lid and outside of the main body:

• Wipe with a cloth damped with soap water.
• Only use a soft and dry cloth to wipe the control panel.
• Make sure to remove all the food residues around the control buttons.

Accessories

Rice&Soup ladle and inner pot, steam basket, steam vent cap, detachable inner lid:

• Soak in hot water and clean with a sponge.

Recycling

Do not throw away the product with normal household waste at the end of its life. Instead, hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment. Follow your country’s rules for the separate collection of electrical and electronic products. Correct disposal helps prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health.

Warranty and support

Versuni offers a two-year warranty after purchase on this product. This warranty is not valid if a defect is due to incorrect use or poor maintenance. The warranty does not affect your rights under law as a consumer. For more information or for invoking the warranty, please visit our website www.philips.com/support.

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