Presto 5810 - Manual (Page 4)

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HElPFUl HINTS
• If desired, white rice may be rinsed in cold water prior to cooking. Rinsing makes rice less sticky by removing some of
the starch. Rinse rice in another bowl or colander until water is clear. Brown rice, which has the bran intact, does not
benefit from rinsing.
• Like other rice cookers, the cooked rice that is in contact with the bottom of the rice pot will have a light brown,
crust-like appearance. This is normal. This brown crust may be minimized with white rice if you soak the rice prior to
cooking.
• Rice can be flavored by using a combination of water and broth or broth alone. If broth is substituted for water, use the
same amount of broth as you would water.
• Brown rice requires more water and takes longer to cook than white rice. See the special instructions for cooking
brown rice at the bottom of page 3.
• Different rices cook up moister and softer than others. In addition, firmness of the rice is a matter of personal
preference. Water amounts may be adjusted to achieve desired texture. Try adding (for softer rice) or reducing (for
firmer rice) water in 2 tablespoon increments for each scoop of rice cooked until the rice is to the desired moisture
level. Never exceed the “MAX” fill level.
• For flavorful rice pilafs or casseroles, sauté your favorite chopped veggies with desired spices in a small amount
of vegetable oil in a skillet until veggies are translucent and tender. Follow steps 3 and 4 of the “To Cook Rice”
instructions (see page 2), add the sautéed veggies, and proceed with steps 5 through 10.
• To prevent loss of steam and heat, do not remove cover from rice cooker during cooking.
• A kitchen timer is very helpful if you want to know approximately when the rice will be ready to serve. Simply set the
timer for the maximum cooking time and add 10 minutes for the warming period.
CARE AND ClEANING
1. Remove plug from wall outlet and allow rice cooker to cool completely before cleaning.
2. Remove the rice pot. Wash it in warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly. The rice pot may be
washed in a dishwasher; however, because it is made of anodized aluminum, the outside of the pot will discolor due to
the caustic nature of the dishwashing detergent. Do not use steel wool scouring pads or abrasive cleansers on the rice
pot or on the rice cooker base.
Important: Always make sure the rice pot is completely dry before placing it back into the rice cooker base. Placing a
wet rice pot into the rice cooker may damage the unit and cause it to malfunction.
3. The measuring scoop and rice paddle may be washed in a dishwasher or in soapy water.
4. Wipe the interior and exterior of the rice cooker base with a soft, damp cloth. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. DO
NOT IMMERSE RICE COOkER BASE IN WATER OR OTHER LIqUID.
Glass Cover Care and Use Instructions
Do not use cover if it is chipped or cracked. Handle cover carefully and avoid impact.
Do not handle hot cover with wet towel or place hot cover on a cold or wet surface.
Allow cover to cool before washing. This cover is dishwasher safe. keep the cover clean. Do not use steel wool cleaning
pads or abrasive powders which can scratch or weaken the glass. Nonabrasive pads or powders may be used if necessary.
Do not scrape or gouge glass with hard or sharp utensils.
CAUTION: Failure to follow these instructions could cause immediate breakage or breakage at a later date for no apparent
reason, which may result in personal injury or property damage.