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Aroma MTC-8008 - User Manual

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MTC-8008
Instruction Manual
Rice Cooker · Multicooker · Slow Cooker · Food Steamer

Questions and Answers

Summary

Customer Support and Contact Information

Contacting Aroma Customer Service

Provides toll-free number and online support website for customer inquiries and assistance.

Online Resources for Assistance

Suggests checking online resources for common questions and replacement parts before returning the product.

Product Introduction and Online Resources

Welcome and Product Overview

Congratulates the user on their purchase and highlights the cooker's versatility for various dishes.

Accessing Additional Information

Directs users to the AromaCo.com website for product service, recipes, and other solutions.

Important Safety Precautions

General Safety Guidelines

Essential safety rules for electrical appliances, covering handling, environment, and electrical connections.

Electrical and Usage Safety

Precautions for power cord, outlet usage, circuit separation, and avoiding damaged cords.

Operational Safety Measures

Safe operating practices including lid opening, steam vent, and handling hot liquids.

Before First Use and Safety Instructions

Short Cord Safety Instructions

Explains the short power-supply cord's purpose for safety, reducing entanglement and tripping risks.

Polarized Plug Usage

Details the polarized plug and correct outlet insertion for electric shock risk reduction.

Initial Cleaning and Preparation

Guides on washing accessories and inner pot before first use for hygiene and safety.

Parts and Control Panel Overview

Appliance Components Identification

Identifies key physical parts of the rice cooker, including lid, handle, and inner pot.

Digital Control Panel Functions

Explains the purpose and operation of each button on the digital control panel.

Cooking Function Descriptions

Provides a brief description for each pre-programmed cooking function like White Rice and Steam.

Helpful Usage Tips and Guidance

Rice Cooking and Flavor Tips

Advice on measuring cups, broth usage, rice/water ratios, and rinsing rice for better results.

Cooking and Steaming Advice

Tips on steaming times, meat cooking, and using the DELAY TIMER for convenience.

Meal Planning with Features

Highlights countdown feature and using steam tray for simultaneous rice and food cooking.

Important Notes and Cooking Clarifications

Pre-Cooker Preparation Notes

Emphasizes drying the inner pot and checking for debris before placing it in the cooker.

Cooking Process Considerations

Explains factors affecting cooking time, lid opening effects, and brown rice cooking specifics.

Function-Specific Notes

Details on SOUP function, simultaneous cooking limits, steaming timing, and DELAY TIMER patterns.

How to Cook Rice and Grains

Rice and Grains Preparation Steps

Measures, rinses rice, and fills water to the correct line in the inner pot.

Cooker Operation Basics

Place inner pot, close lid, plug in, and turn on the cooker.

Selecting Cooking Functions

Press WHITE RICE, BROWN RICE, or MENU for GRAINS buttons.

Completing Rice and Grains Cooking

Initiating the Cooking Cycle

Press (ON/OFF | START) after selecting rice or grains type to begin cooking.

Cook Time Countdown Display

Display countdown for final 10 minutes, then automatic switch to KEEP WARM.

Post-Cooking Procedures

Press KEEP WARM/CANCEL, turn off, and unplug cooker after serving.

Rice and Water Measurement Chart

Measurement and Cooking Time Guide

Table correlating rice quantity, water line, yield, and cooking times for white and brown rice.

How to Use the Quick Rice Function

Quick Rice Preparation Steps

Follow 'To Cook Rice' steps, press QUICK RICE instead of WHITE RICE.

Quick Rice Cooking Time Table

Shows cooking times for white rice amounts using the QUICK RICE function.

Grains Cooking Reference Table

Grains Measurement and Cooking Guide

Lists grains, amounts, water lines, and resulting cooked cups.

How to Use Sauté-Then-Simmer (STS)

STS Function Operation Steps

Details steps to use STS™ function: power on, select function.

STS Sautéing and Simmering Process

Add ingredients for sautéing, stir, add liquids to begin simmer mode.

Completing Sauté-Then-Simmer (STS)

STS Cooking and Simmering

Securely close lid, allow cooker to cook, notes automatic switch to simmer.

STS Completion and Shutoff

Cooker switches to KEEP WARM, then how to turn it off.

How to Use the Re-Heat Function

Re-Heat Function Operation

Outlines process of selecting and starting the RE-HEAT function on the control panel.

Re-Heat Cycle and Completion

Gradual heating to 165°F, auto switch to KEEP WARM, and shutoff.

How to Use the Delay Timer

Setting the Delay Timer

Select rice/grains, activate DELAY TIMER, set desired ready time.

Delay Timer Operation and Indicators

Timer countdown, blinking lights indicate activation, auto switch to KEEP WARM.

How to Use the Slow Cook Function

Slow Cook Function Setup

Add food, close lid, plug in, power on, select SLOW COOK function.

Slow Cook Time and Completion

Set cooking time, countdown, auto switch to KEEP WARM, and shutoff.

How to Use the Steam Function

Steam Function Setup Steps

Add water/tray, plug in, power on, select STEAM function.

Steam Cooking Process and Completion

Set time, countdown after boiling, auto switch to KEEP WARM, shutoff.

Steaming Food and Cooking Rice Simultaneously

Combined Cooking Preparation

Follow 'To Cook Rice' steps; place food on steam tray.

Combined Cooking Procedure

Place tray, close lid, check food, allow rice to finish.

Combined Cooking Finalization

Rice switches to KEEP WARM; final shutoff procedure.

Steaming Tables and Hints

Meat Steaming Guide

Steaming times and safe internal temperatures for various meats.

Vegetable Steaming Guide

Steaming times for vegetables with hints on water usage.

How to Use the Soup Function

Soup Function Setup Steps

Add soup, close lid, plug in, power on, select SOUP function.

Soup Cooking and Completion

Set time, countdown after boiling, auto switch to KEEP WARM, shutoff.

How to Use the Porridge Function

Porridge Function Setup

Add water/rice, close lid, plug in, power on, select PORRIDGE.

Porridge Cooking and Completion

Timer countdown, auto switch to KEEP WARM, final shutoff.

How to Use the Cake Function

Cake Function Setup Steps

Add cake mix, close lid, plug in, power on, select CAKE function.

Cake Baking and Completion

Baking, countdown, auto switch to KEEP WARM, and shutoff.

Cleaning the Rice Cooker

Disassembly for Cleaning

Detach steam vent and removable inner plate from the lid.

Washing Cooker Components

Hand wash or dishwasher use for parts; note dishwasher safe components.

Drying and Reassembly

Thoroughly dry all parts before reassembling the cooker.

Recipes

Jalapeño Quinoa with Shallots Recipe

Ingredients and instructions for preparing Jalapeño Quinoa with Shallots.

Spiced Breakfast Oatmeal Recipe

Ingredients and steps for making Spiced Breakfast Oatmeal.

More Recipes

Rice Cooker Cupcakes Recipe

Ingredients and instructions for baking cupcakes using the STEAM function.

Jambalaya Recipe

Ingredients and steps for preparing Jambalaya using the WHITE RICE function.

Troubleshooting Common Rice Issues

Resolving Dry or Hard Rice

Add water and re-cook using WHITE RICE for dry/hard rice.

Addressing Moist or Soggy Rice

Stir and use KEEP WARM to release excess moisture from moist/soggy rice.

Reducing Bottom Layer Browning

Rinse rice to remove starch and stir after KEEP WARM to reduce browning.

Warranty and Service Information

Limited Warranty Details

Warranty period, coverage, exclusions, and return procedures.

Service and Support Contacts

Contact information for warranty claims, service requests, and customer support.

Aroma MTC-8008 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAroma
ModelMTC-8008
CategoryKitchen Appliances
LanguageEnglish

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