Chefman RJ40-6-V2 - User Manual

The Chefman RJ40-6-V2 All-in-One Programmable Multi-Cooker is a versatile kitchen appliance designed to streamline the cooking process and offer a wide range of culinary possibilities. It combines multiple cooking functions into a single unit, making it ideal for preparing deeply flavorful meals from scratch with maximum efficiency and minimum fuss. This multi-cooker is engineered to simplify cooking, reduce stress, and eliminate the need for extra creativity, energy, and time often associated with traditional cooking methods. It's perfect for "set-it-and-forget-it" recipes, allowing home cooks to achieve picture-perfect results.

Function Description

The Chefman Multi-Cooker is an all-in-one powerhouse capable of handling classic comfort foods, vegetables, meats, grains, breakfast items, and even desserts. Its core functionality revolves around pressure cooking, which significantly speeds up cooking times by utilizing pressurized steam at temperatures above normal boiling points. Beyond pressure cooking, it offers a variety of other cooking modes to cater to diverse culinary needs.

The appliance features a user-friendly touch screen control panel with several dedicated buttons for different cooking functions:

Slow Cook: This function allows for extended cooking at lower temperatures, perfect for tenderizing meats and developing rich flavors. Users can select between low and high temperature settings and adjust cooking times from 30 minutes up to 20 hours. The lid should be left open for this function.
Sear/Sauté: Designed for browning meats, poultry, and vegetables directly in the cooking pot, this function operates without the lid. It offers both low and high temperature settings, with adjustable cooking times from 1 to 30 minutes. This is useful for building a flavor base before other cooking processes.
Steam/Fish: This mode is for steaming food, which is a healthy cooking method that preserves nutrients and flavors. It requires a cup of liquid in the cooking pot with the steam rack and the lid secured in the locked position. Users can choose between low and high steam settings and set cooking times from 1 minute to 4 hours.
Yogurt: The multi-cooker can ferment yogurt at a controlled temperature (110°F). This function requires pre-heating milk to 180°F and cooling it to 110°F with a yogurt starter before placing it in the cooking pot. The lid should be left open. Fermentation time can be adjusted from 2 to 24 hours.
Pressure Cook: This is the primary function for rapid cooking. It requires the lid to be secured and the pressure release switch set to the locked position. Users can select between high or low pressure and adjust cooking times from 1 minute to 4 hours.
Meat/Stew: A specialized pressure cooking function optimized for meats and stews, offering high or low pressure settings and cooking times from 1 minute to 4 hours.
Rice: This function is specifically calibrated for cooking rice, defaulting to a low pressure setting and a 12-minute cooking time, which can be adjusted from 1 minute to 4 hours. An equal amount of water to rice is recommended (1 cup water per 1 cup rice).
Bean/Chili: Tailored for cooking beans and chili, this function allows for high or low pressure settings and cooking times from 1 minute to 4 hours. The cooking pot should not be filled more than halfway with beans and water.
Delay Time: This feature allows users to set a delayed start for most cooking functions (except Sauté and Yogurt). The delay time can be set from 30 minutes to 24 hours, providing flexibility for meal planning.
Keep Warm: Automatically activates after most cooking functions (except Sauté and Yogurt) are complete, maintaining food at a warm temperature. It displays 00:00 on the screen and can run for up to 99 hours and 50 seconds, though prolonged use is not recommended for food safety. It can also be set individually.
Start/Cancel: Initiates or cancels a selected cooking program.

Usage Features

The Chefman Multi-Cooker is designed for ease of use and safety.

Securing the Lid: The lid is secured by aligning an arrow on the lid with an unlock symbol on the cooker, then turning the lid handle to the right until it aligns with a lock symbol. This ensures a tight seal necessary for pressure cooking.
Pressure Release Switch: A crucial safety and operational feature, this switch allows users to control the release of pressure. It has "Locked" and "Venting" positions. For pressure cooking, it must be in the "Locked" position. To release pressure, it is moved to "Venting." An "Unlocked" position will trigger an error message.
Floating Valve: This red valve pops up when pressure builds inside the cooker, indicating that the lid is locked and cannot be opened. It drops down when pressure is fully released, signaling that it's safe to open the lid.
Natural Pressure Release: This method involves letting the pressure dissipate on its own, which is suitable for starchy foods like pasta and beans to prevent excessive frothing and bubbling. The cooker switches to "Keep Warm" during this process.
Quick Pressure Release: This method involves manually moving the pressure release switch to "Venting" to rapidly release steam. It's recommended for dishes with shorter cooking times, such as fish, eggs, or vegetables, to prevent overcooking. A towel can be placed over the pressure regulator valve to prevent splattering during quick release.
Safety Precautions: The lid cannot be opened while the floating valve is lifted and pressure is present. The appliance has a polarized plug for safety. It is important not to modify the plug or force it into an outlet.
Short Cord Instructions: A short power cord is provided to minimize entanglement and tripping hazards. Longer extension cords can be used with caution, ensuring their electrical rating meets or exceeds that of the appliance.
Error Codes: The display shows specific error codes (e.g., LID, ERR1-ERR5) to indicate issues such as an improperly closed lid, temperature sensor problems, or pressure switch malfunctions, guiding users to troubleshoot or contact customer support.
Cooking Pot: The inner cooking pot is removable, non-stick, and features measurement markings for convenience. It should always be in place before adding ingredients.
Accessories: The multi-cooker comes with a rice spoon, measuring cup, and steam rack, enhancing its versatility. A spoon holder is also integrated into the design.

Maintenance Features

Proper cleaning and maintenance are essential for the longevity and safe operation of the Chefman Multi-Cooker.

Cleaning the Exterior: The multi-cooker's housing should be wiped down with a damp cloth or paper towel. It should never be immersed in water or any other liquid.
Removable Parts: The gasket, pressure release switch, inner cooking pot, rice spoon, condensation cup, and measuring cup are all removable for cleaning. These parts are top-rack dishwasher safe.
Lid and Housing: The lid and the main housing of the multi-cooker are NOT dishwasher safe and should be cleaned manually.
Gasket Maintenance: The gasket, which provides the seal for pressure cooking, can be removed for thorough cleaning. To avoid residual odors, it can be stored in a bag of coffee grounds in the freezer or soaked in a mixture of equal parts water and vinegar. It's crucial to ensure the gasket is properly secured back onto the lid after cleaning to maintain the pressure seal.
Drying: All parts should be thoroughly dried before storing the appliance.
Power Cord: The power cord should be inspected for cuts or abrasion marks before each use. If damaged, it should be serviced by an authorized representative. The cord should not be wrapped tightly around the appliance to prevent fraying.
Condensation Cup: The condensation cup, located on the back of the unit, collects excess moisture and should be regularly checked and emptied.

The Chefman Multi-Cooker is backed by a comprehensive one-year manufacturer's warranty and dedicated customer service, ensuring support for any operational issues. This commitment reflects Chefman's philosophy of providing dependable, affordable, and intuitively designed kitchen appliances that empower home cooks.

Chefman RJ40-6-V2 Specifications

General

Model	RJ40-6-V2
Category	Kitchen Appliances
Capacity	6 Quarts
Power	1200 Watts
Timer	No
Dishwasher Safe Parts	Yes
Non-Slip Feet	Yes
Cool-Touch Handle	Yes
Auto Shut-Off	Yes
Ready Signal	Yes