Cuckoo 10-cup Induction Heating Pressure Rice Cooker Manual

Cuckoo 10-cup Induction Heating Pressure Rice Cooker

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, do not immerse the cord, plugs, or pressure.
4. Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children. This appliance is not intended for use by young children without supervision.
5. Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the appliance to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return the Appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons.
8. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer or your service agent.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas, electric burner, or in a heated oven.
12. Always attach the plug to the appliance first, then plug the cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, or set all controls to“ off”, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
13. Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended use.
14. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or any hot liquids.
15. Oversized foods, metal foil packages, or utensils must not be inserted into the appliance as they are a risk of fire or electric shock.
16. A fire may occur if the appliance is covered or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, etc., while in operation.
17. To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in the provided removable container.
18. This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injury. Before operating the unit, properly secure and close the unit. See “Operating Instructions.”
19. Do not cook foods such as applesauce, cranberries, cereals, macaroni, spaghetti, or other foods. These foods tend to foam, froth, and sputter, and may block the pressure-releasing device.
20. Before use always check the pressure releasing device for clogging.
21. Do not open the pressure cooker until the unit has cooled and internal pressure has been reduced. See “Operating Instructions.”
22. Do not use this pressure cooker to fry in oil.
23.  Be sure that handles are assembled and fastened properly before each use. Cracked, broken or charred handles should be replaced.

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THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING: This appliance generates heat and releases steam during use. Use proper precautions to prevent the risk of burns, fires, other injuries, or property damage.

1. Keep your hands and face away from the Pressure Release Valve when releasing pressure.
2.  Take extreme caution when opening the Lid after cooking. Severe burns can result from steam inside.
3. Never open the Lid while the unit is in operation.
4. Do not use without the inner Pot in place.
5. Do not cover the Pressure Valve with anything, as an explosion may occur.
6. Do not touch the inner pot or any heating parts immediately after use. Allow the unit to cool down completely first.

HOW TO USE AN EXTENSION CORD

Note:

• A short power-supply cord (or cord set) is provided to reduce the hazards from entanglement by a longer cord.
• An extension cord should be used properly.
• Extension cord usage for the rice cooker:
  1. The correct rated voltage should be used for the rice cooker.
  2. If the appliance is set on the ground, the extension cord should also be set on the ground.
  3. The cord wires and extension cord should always be arranged to prevent hazards to children.

This appliance has a polarized plug : (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not properly fit in the outlet, turn the plug over. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Please, keep this safety feature.

SPECIFICATIONS

HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Do not cover the automatic steam outlet or pressure weight with your hand or face.
  • It can cause burns.
  • Especially be careful to keep it out of children’s reach.
• Do not use the cooker near hot things such as a stove, gas stove, or direct sunlight.
  • It can cause an electric shock, fire, deformation, malfunction, or discoloration.
  • Please check the power cord and plug frequently.
• Do not alter, reassemble, disassemble, or repair.
  • It can cause fire, electric shock or injury.
  • For repair, contact the dealer or the service center.
• Do not let the cooker come into contact with any water by sprinkling water on the cooker.
  • It can cause an electric shock or fire.
  • If it contacts water, please separate the power cord and contact the dealer and service center.
• Please pay careful attention to water and chemicals.
  • It can cause an electric shock or fire.
• Do not use on a rice chest or a shelf.
  • Do not place the power cord between furniture. It can cause an electric shock, resulting in fire. Please check the power cord and plug frequently.
  • When using on furniture, be cautious of steam release, as it can cause damage, fire, and/or electric shock.

NAME OF EACH PART

Accessories

• Manual & Cooking Guide
  

  

• Rice Scoop
  

  

• Rice Measuring Cup
• Steam Plate
• Cleaning Pin
  (Attached to the bottom of the unit)

HOW TO CLEAN

• To prevent foul odor, clean the lid assembly after the rice cooker has cooled and the rice cooker is unplugged.
• Clean the body of the rice cooker and the cover with a dry towel. Do not use benzene or thinner to clean the rice cooker. The layer of starch, which is the residue from rice cooking, may appear on the detachable cover or inside the rice cooker. This layer does not cause any health risk.
• Do not insert materials such as screws into the holes in the detachable cover. Check the front and back covers.

Detachable cover & Pressure packing

After cleaning the detachable cover, put it back on the lid

Unless a detachable cover is mounted, preset cooking cannot be done. (Alarm may sound while keeping warm.

1.  Turn the holder counterclockwise, and the cover will be easily separated from the cooker and can be washed.
2. Wash the cover with a neutral cooking detergent and sponge frequently, and wipe off moisture with a handkerchief.
3. Please keep the edge of the rubber packing, then the rice cooker lasts longer.
4. When mounting the cover, grab the separate cover handle, attach it to the hole, and after adjusting the holder on top of the packing stop tab, fix it by turning it clockwise.
5. It is easier to attach the cover holder when the power part of the detachable cover is pressed.
   • As depicted in the picture, please align the holder with the arrow mark to open and close.

Please fir a rubber packing into the cover plate completely after washing or replacing the rubber packing.

1. To separate the rubber packing, please pull it out from the cover plate as shown in the picture.
2. To put back the rubber packing, please fit it to each of 6 projections and holes as shown in the picture.
3. After fitting 6 projections to the holes, please press the rubber packing around the corner completely as shown in the picture.
4. Please check that the rubber packing fits into the cover plate completely. If not, steam may be released from the crack between the packing and the plate.

• Make sure to clean the steam after/before use. Do not try to pull out the clean steam, go and safety packing, clean it with care. Make sure the clean steam went, and safety packing is installed completely after/before use. If the steam vent is detached or not attached completely, please contact customer service.
• Wipe the water on the outside and bottom of the Inner Pot. A rough sponge, a brush, or an abrasive can cause scratches on the coating. Use a dishwashing liquid and a soft cloth or a sponge.
  • Keeping the contact area of the Inner Pot with the pressure packing always clean increases the product’s durability.
• Wipe the main unit with a wet cloth that has been extracted from all water
• Make sure to clean the steam control before and after use.

Detachable cover & Pressure packing

1. Handle must be turned to “”(Lock) during Cooking. When the lamp is turned on, it means that it is ready to cook.
2. After cooking, turn the handle from “”(Lock) to “”(Unlock), and turn the handle to open. If there is unreleased steam in the Inner pot, it might be hard to turn the handle. In this case, twist the pressure weight and let the excess steam out. Do not open by force.
   • The handle must be turned to “ ”(Unlock) when opening and closing.

• If the lamp does not turn on, it will not operate the “PRESSURE COOK” and ‘PRESET/AUTO CLEAN’ buttons. Make sure the handle is located in “”(Lock).

How to clean the pressure weight nozzle.

If the valve of the pressure part is clogged, puncture it with the cleaning pin

• The valve hole of the pressure weight allows steam to release. Check regularly to ensure that it is not blocked. If the valve hole of the pressure weight is blocked, the hot steam and hot content within the cooker can cause serious injury.
  • Do not use the cleaning pin for any other use except to clean the valve hole of the pressure weight.

How to disassemble the pressure weight

• Under the Lock/Unlock handle is locked(located on “Lock”) turn the pressure weight counterclockwise while pulling it up, and pull it out.
• Puncture the clogged valve hole with the cleaning pin and reassemble it by turning it clockwise.
• When the pressure weight is properly assembled, it can be freely turned.

How to use the cleaning pin and brush kit

1. A separate cleaning pin is attached to the bottom of the unit from the main body, as shown in the picture.
2. Separate the cover as the arrow points.
3. Use the brush kit. You can easily clean a drain using the ditch cap and tough pat to clean.
4. When using a cleaning pin, pull out the cleaning pin and make it meet at right angles.
5. Only use for the valve hole of the pressure weight.

How to clean the soft steam cap

Do not touch the surface of the soft steam cap right after cooking. You can get burned.

1. Detach the soft steam cap like the picture.
2. Press the hook in the back, and follow the arrow to detach and clean. Make sure you clean frequently with a sponge or a neutral detergent.
3. Assemble the piece so that it fits into the groove perfectly.
4. After you attach the soft steam cap to fit into the groove, press the “A” part firmly to assemble the soft steam cap into the product.

How to clean a dew dish

1. Separate the dew dish
2. Separate the drain ditch cap by pushing it down.
3. Clean the drain ditch cap and dew dish with a neutral detergent.
4. Clean the drain ditch cap with the brush kit.
5. Securely put in the dew dish after cleaning.

When the lid does not close perfectly

Do not try to close the lid by force. It can cause problems.

1. Check to make sure the inner pot is placed correctly inside the main body.
2. To close the lid, turn the handle to unlock, in shown in the picture on the right. To close the lid, turn the handle to unlock, in shown in the picture on the right.
3. If there is excess steam inside the inner pot, it might be difficult to lock the handle. Twist the pressure weight and allow the excess steam to release. Then try to turn the handle again.

FUNCTION OPERATING PART

• If no operation is done while the power cord is plugged, the system will be in standby mode, as shown in the figure. (The menu on the standby screen, time, voice, and customized rice taste stage may differ depending on the used configuration.)
• If the cancel button is pressed during cooking, the rice cooker will go in standby mode.
• Press the button until the buzzer sounds. The picture may vary depending on the model.

NIGHT VOICE VOLUME REDUCTION/ VOICE SETTING FUNCTION

Night Voice Volume Reduction

Set the function of night voice volume reduction, the function to reduce the volume of voice during nighttime (10:00 PM-05:59 AM) on a need-to-do basis. This function works only during nighttime.

1. Press the ‘MODE’ button 10 times in standby status, and you will enter Night Voice Volume Reduction mode. When pressing the ‘MODE’ button initially, press the button for 1 second or longer to enter Night Voice Volume Reduction mode.
2. When you enter Night Voice Volume Reduction mode, a voice comes up saying, “Setting mode for nighttime volume. Select or cancel nighttime volume with the ‘MENU/SELECTION’ button, then press the ‘SET’ button.”
3. Press the ‘MENU/SELECTION’ button, and as the process progress bar changes, the voice volume will change. Select desired voice volume, and press the ‘SET’ button.
4. Once the process progress bar reaches full condition through adjustment of the ‘MENU/SELECTION’ button, a voice will come saying “Night time volume has been canceled.” Inactivate the function by pressing the ‘SET’ button.
5. If the ‘Set’ button is pressed or no button is pressed for 7 seconds after you enter Night Voice Volume Reduction mode, the function will be inactivated along with the voice “Function setting has been cancelled with overtime.”, and the system will be back to standby mode.

Voice Setting Function

This function helps you select Auto voice for either Korean, English, or Chinese. With this function, you can set your desired voice. The product’s default voice is set to Korean.

1. 1. Press the ‘MODE’ button 11 times in standby status, and you will enter Voice mode. When pressing the ‘MODE’ button initially, press the button for 1 second or longer to enter Voice mode. ‘MODE’ button needs to be pressed for over 1 second at the first time.
2. When you enter voice setting mode, a voice comes up saying, “Setting mode for voice guide. Set voice with ‘MENU/SELECTION’ button, then press ‘SET’ button.” At this time, the ‘MENU/SELECTION’ button blinks, and ‘MODE’, ‘SET’, and ‘CANCEL’ buttons turn ON.
3. After setting Auto voice with the ‘MENU/SELECTION’ button, Korean or English, or Chinese, and pressing the ‘SET’ button.
4. If the ‘SET’ button is pressed or no button is pressed for 7 seconds after you enter Volume, the function will be inactivated along with the voice “Function setting has been cancelled with overtime.”, and the system will be back to standby mode.

BEFORE COOKING RICE

1. Clean the inner pot and wipe the water on the inner pot with a dry cloth.
   1. Use the soft cloth to wash the inner pot.
   2. A tough scrubber can make the coating come off.
2. Measure the amount of rice you want to cook using the measuring cup.
   1. Make the rice flat to the top of the measuring cup, and it serves 1 person. (ex: for 3 servings → 3 cups, for 6 servings → 6 cups)
3. Wash the rice in another container until the water becomes clear. (We recommend not using the inner pot for washing grains)
4. Put rinsed rice into the inner pot.
5. According to the menu, adjust the water amount.
   1. For measuring, place the inner pot on a leveled surface and adjust the amount of water.
   2. The marked line of the inner pot indicates the water level when putting the rice and water into the inner pot together.
   3. About water scale
      • GLUTIN. RICE, TURBO GLOTIN. RICE, HIGH HEAT GLUTEN. RICE, NUTRI. RICE, HIGH HEAT NUTRI. RICE: Adjust the water level to the water scale for ‘GLUTINOUS’. GLUTIN. RICE/HIGH HEAT GLUTEN.RICE can be cooked to max 10 servings, TURBO GLU. RICE/NUTRI.RICE/HIGH HEAT NUTRI. RICE to max 6 servings.
      • MIXED RICE, TURBO MIXED RICE, HIGH HEAT MIXED RICE: Adjust water level to the water scale for ‘MIXED RICE’. SUSHI RICE/MIXED RICE/HIGH HEAT MIXED RICE can be cooked to max 8 servings, TURBO MIXED RICE to max 6 servings.
      • BROWN RICE, HIGH HEAT BROWN RICE, GABA RICE: Adjust water level to the water scale for ‘GABA RICE’. BROWN RICE/GABA RICE/HIGH HEAT BROWN RICE can be cooked to a max of 6 servings
      • SOFT GLUTIN. : Adjust water level to the water scale for ‘SOFT GLUTINOUS’. SOFT GLUTIN. It can be cooked to a maximum of 6 servings.
      • PORRIDGE: Adjust water level to the water scale for ‘PORRIDGE’. PORRIDGE can be cooked for a maximum of 2 servings
        1. When you want to cook the old rice or want the soft rice, pour more water than the measured scale
        2. Glutinous Rice for 8 persons (8 cups) : Set the water to scale 8 of ‘GLUTINOUS
        3. For overcooked rice: pour less water than the measured scale
6. Put the inner pot into the main body and close the top cover. Put the inner pot correctly.
   • If there is any external substance on the temperature sensor or the bottom of the inner pot, wipe it off before putting the pot into the main unit.
   • lid will not close if the inner pot is not placed correctly in the main body (Place the inner pot in the corresponding parts of the main body)
7. Close the top cover and turn the lid handle to the “”(Lock)
   position.
   • The lid is completely locked as soon as the on “” button is pressed and the “LOCK” on the front display panel are both lit up.
   • If you press the ‘PRESSURE COOK’ button without setting the lid handle to “LOCK”, the cooker will not operate. You will hear the “beep beep beep” sound and “E 0 1” is shown in the LCD.
     • If you want to select another function while cooking, push the ‘CANCEL’ button.
     • If ‘’ mark shows up in another instance, turn the cover handle to “”(Unlock) direction, and turn it toward “”(Lock). Then the cooker will work normally. (The operation of the cover lock sensing device can be checked.)
       • This instruction is not applicable if the cover handle is turned toward “”(Unlock) direction once or more after cooking was completed in a previous cooking.

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