Sharp KS-COM18 - User Manual

Questions and Answers:

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Allen FaulknerAug 16, 2025
Why is my Sharp KS-COM18 not cooking rice properly?
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  Ashley SmithAug 16, 2025
  If your Sharp Rice Cooker isn't cooking rice properly, consider these potential causes: * The cooking heater might be faulty, requiring replacement of the cooking heater assembly. * There could be faulty wiring of the cooking heater assembly, which means you should repair the wire. * A faulty harness of the cooking heater assembly could be the problem, so you may need to replace the cooking heater assembly. * The thermistor assembly might be faulty, requiring replacement. * Lastly, a faulty PCB assembly could be the cause, in which case the PCB assembly should be replaced.
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shawryanAug 22, 2025
How to fix burned rice in my Sharp KS-COM18?
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  Richard HarrisAug 22, 2025
  If your cooked rice has burned parts, consider these potential causes: * The cooking heater assembly and/or inner pot may not be cleaned thoroughly; ensure they are cleaned properly. * The rice may not have been washed thoroughly; make sure to wash it thoroughly. * A faulty thermistor assembly could be the issue, requiring replacement. * A faulty PCB assembly might also be the cause, in which case the PCB assembly should be replaced.
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Carmen DayAug 25, 2025
Why does my Sharp KS-COM18 Rice Cooker warm function make the rice dry, yellowish, or give it a strange smell?
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  johnperezAug 26, 2025
  If your Sharp Rice Cooker's warm function is making the rice dry, yellowish, or giving it a strange smell, consider the following: * Ensure the lid is tightly closed; if not, repair the lid or close it tightly. * Make sure the lid cap is securely installed; if not, install it securely. * Avoid keeping rice warm for more than 12 hours. * A faulty side heater could be the cause, requiring replacement. * The thermistor assembly might be faulty, necessitating replacement. * A faulty PCB assembly could also be the problem, in which case the PCB assembly should be replaced.
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Misty NunezAug 27, 2025
What to do if my Sharp Rice Cooker is not cooking rice evenly?
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  joelgeorgeAug 28, 2025
  If your Sharp Rice Cooker is not cooking rice properly, consider these possible causes: * Ensure you are using the correct amounts of rice and water. * Make sure the lid is closed tightly; repair it if necessary, or close it tightly. * Ensure the lid cap is securely installed. * Check for any foreign matter on the top surface of the cooking heater assembly and/or the bottom surface of the inner pot; remove any foreign matter or replace faulty parts as needed.
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Christopher WalkerAug 31, 2025
Why does my Sharp Rice Cooker warm function make the rice watery, sticky, yellowish or give it a strange smell?
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  Timothy JonesAug 31, 2025
  If the warm function on your Sharp Rice Cooker is causing the rice to become watery, sticky, yellowish, or develop a strange smell, consider these factors: * Ensure the lid is tightly closed; if not, repair the lid or close it tightly. * Avoid keeping rice warm for an extended period of time. * Stir the rice after cooking. * A faulty side heater or its installation might be the cause, requiring replacement of the side heater. * A faulty harness of the side heater could also be the issue, necessitating replacement of the side heater. * The thermistor assembly might be faulty, requiring replacement. * A faulty PCB assembly could also be the problem, in which case the PCB assembly should be replaced.
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Michelle ShieldsSep 3, 2025
Why is there water condensation on the inner lid of my Sharp KS-COM18?
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  Carla ChavezSep 3, 2025
  If you notice water condensation on the inner lid of your Sharp Rice Cooker after cooking or while keeping rice warm, consider the following: * Ensure the lid is tightly closed; if not, repair the lid or close it tightly. * A faulty lid heater or its faulty installation could be the cause, requiring replacement of the lid heater. * Faulty wiring of the lid heater might be the problem, so repair the wire. * A faulty harness of the lid heater could also be the issue, necessitating replacement of the lid heater. * A faulty PCB assembly might also be the cause, in which case the PCB assembly should be replaced.
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rburgessSep 6, 2025
Why is the warm function not working on my Sharp Rice Cooker?
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  Alec JohnsonSep 6, 2025
  If the warm function on your Sharp Rice Cooker isn't working, consider these possible causes: * A faulty side heater or its faulty installation could be the issue; in this case, repair the side heater. * Faulty wiring of the side heater might be the problem, so repair the wire. * A faulty harness of the side heater could also be the cause, necessitating replacement of the side heater. * The thermistor assembly might be faulty, requiring replacement. * A faulty PCB assembly could also be the problem, in which case the PCB assembly should be replaced.
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allison53Sep 9, 2025
Why are some keys on my Sharp Rice Cooker not working?
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  sanchezmarcoSep 9, 2025
  If some keys on your Sharp Rice Cooker are not working, consider the following potential causes: * Faulty outer frame and PCB assembly parts or a faulty key top might be rendering the keys inoperable; in this case, repair the assembly or replace faulty parts. * A faulty PCB assembly could also be the issue, necessitating its replacement.
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Daniel StewartSep 12, 2025
Why is the timer on my Sharp Rice Cooker not working correctly?
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  holtchristinaSep 12, 2025
  If the timer operation on your Sharp Rice Cooker is faulty, meaning it's not operating as programmed, consider these possible causes: * Faulty wiring could be the issue, so repair the wire. * A faulty PCB assembly might also be the cause, necessitating its replacement.

Sharp KS-COM18 Specifications

General

Capacity	1.8 liters
Keep Warm Function	Yes
Inner Pot Material	Non-stick coating
Voltage	220-240V
Frequency	50/60Hz
Material	Plastic
Features	Automatic cooking, detachable power cord