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1.5L RICE COOKER
WITH
KEEP WARM
PL360
Instruction Manual

Table of Contents

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Summary

Safety Instructions

General Safety Advice

Read manual carefully, ensure proper operation, keep manual accessible, and follow accident prevention.

Intended Use and Applications

Appliance suitable for household, staff kitchens, farm houses, hotels, and bed and breakfast environments.

Package Contents

List of included items: Rice Cooker, Power Cord, Rice Scoop, Measuring Cup, Instruction Manual.

Technical Specifications

Model PL360, 220-240V ~ 50 Hz, 500 Watts. Specifications are subject to change.

General and Electrical Safety

Electrical Safety and Usage

Unplug when not in use. Ensure power supply matches rating plate. Do not abuse cord or use damaged units.

Child and Vulnerable Person Safety

Not for unsupervised use by children or persons with reduced capabilities. Supervise children.

Water, Environment, and Burns Risk

Do not immerse in water. Use on stable surface. Beware of hot surfaces and steam. Do not use outdoors.

Earth Safety and Damage Inspection

Connect to earthed socket. Inspect appliance and cord for damage before each use.

Operation

Before First Use

Remove labels, wash cooking pot and lid in warm soapy water, rinse, and dry thoroughly.

Keep Warm Function

Activates after cooking. Use for up to 12 hours. Avoid leaving utensils in cooker.

Using Your Rice Cooker

Measure, wash rice, add water, place pot in cooker, plug in, press ON/OFF. Stir rice during cooking.

Reheating Cold Rice

Add water to cold rice, stir, and press ON/OFF. Do not use keep warm function for reheating.

Maintenance

Cleaning Procedures

Disconnect and cool before cleaning. Wash pot/lid. Clean exterior with damp cloth. Avoid harsh solvents.

Heating Plate Care

Remove stuck grains with metal utensil. Polish with steel wool for good contact.

Damage Check and Storage

Check parts and cord. Store appliance and manual in a safe, dry place when not in use.

Summary

Safety Instructions

General Safety Advice

Read manual carefully, ensure proper operation, keep manual accessible, and follow accident prevention.

Intended Use and Applications

Appliance suitable for household, staff kitchens, farm houses, hotels, and bed and breakfast environments.

Package Contents

List of included items: Rice Cooker, Power Cord, Rice Scoop, Measuring Cup, Instruction Manual.

Technical Specifications

Model PL360, 220-240V ~ 50 Hz, 500 Watts. Specifications are subject to change.

General and Electrical Safety

Electrical Safety and Usage

Unplug when not in use. Ensure power supply matches rating plate. Do not abuse cord or use damaged units.

Child and Vulnerable Person Safety

Not for unsupervised use by children or persons with reduced capabilities. Supervise children.

Water, Environment, and Burns Risk

Do not immerse in water. Use on stable surface. Beware of hot surfaces and steam. Do not use outdoors.

Earth Safety and Damage Inspection

Connect to earthed socket. Inspect appliance and cord for damage before each use.

Operation

Before First Use

Remove labels, wash cooking pot and lid in warm soapy water, rinse, and dry thoroughly.

Keep Warm Function

Activates after cooking. Use for up to 12 hours. Avoid leaving utensils in cooker.

Using Your Rice Cooker

Measure, wash rice, add water, place pot in cooker, plug in, press ON/OFF. Stir rice during cooking.

Reheating Cold Rice

Add water to cold rice, stir, and press ON/OFF. Do not use keep warm function for reheating.

Maintenance

Cleaning Procedures

Disconnect and cool before cleaning. Wash pot/lid. Clean exterior with damp cloth. Avoid harsh solvents.

Heating Plate Care

Remove stuck grains with metal utensil. Polish with steel wool for good contact.

Damage Check and Storage

Check parts and cord. Store appliance and manual in a safe, dry place when not in use.

Overview

  1. Function Description
  2. Important Technical Specifications
  3. Usage Features
  4. Maintenance Features
  5. General and Electrical Safety

This document describes the Sheffield Appliances 1.5L Rice Cooker with Keep Warm, model PL360, an instruction manual for a household appliance designed for cooking rice and keeping it warm.

Function Description:

The Sheffield 1.5L Rice Cooker is primarily designed to cook rice efficiently and then automatically switch to a "keep warm" function to maintain the rice at an optimal serving temperature. It is intended for household use and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments, farmhouses, hotels, motels, and bed and breakfast establishments. The appliance simplifies the rice cooking process, ensuring evenly cooked rice with minimal user intervention.

Important Technical Specifications:

  • Model: PL360
  • Capacity: 1.5 Liters (referring to the cooking pot size, though not explicitly stated as 1.5L for the pot itself, the product name implies this)
  • Power Supply: 220-240V ~ 50 Hz
  • Power Consumption: 500 Watts
  • Features: COOK and WARM indicators, automatic switch-off from COOK to WARM.
  • Components: 1x Rice Cooker unit, 1x Power Cord, 1x Rice Scoop, 1x Measuring Cup, 1x Instruction Manual.

Usage Features:

  • Before First Use: Users are instructed to remove any labels or stickers, then thoroughly wash the cooking pot and lid in warm, soapy water, rinse, and dry carefully.
  • Keep Warm Function: The rice cooker automatically enters the "keep warm" function once plugged into a power socket, even before cooking. After cooking, it automatically switches to "keep warm." This feature is designed to keep cooked rice warm until serving. However, it is advised not to use this function for more than 12 hours to prevent discoloration and odor. The manual explicitly states not to leave the rice spoon or any other utensil in the cooker while using this function.
  • Cooking Rice:
    1. Placement: The unit must be placed on a flat, level surface, not an inclined one.
    2. Measuring Rice: The included measuring cup should be used. One cup of uncooked rice yields approximately two cups of cooked rice.
    3. Washing Rice: Rice should be washed in a separate bowl until the water is relatively clear.
    4. Adding Water: Washed rice is placed in the cooking pot, and water is added. A general guideline is one cup of water for each cup of uncooked rice, plus an additional half cup of water (e.g., 2 cups rice require 2.5 cups water, 3 cups rice require 3.5 cups water). The manual notes that water proportions may vary depending on the type of rice.
    5. Pot Placement: The exterior of the cooking pot must be dried before being gently placed into the cooker body. It should be rotated to ensure complete contact with the heating element. The cover is then closed.
    6. Power Connection: The cord is plugged into a suitable 220-240V AC 50Hz power supply. The cooker will not turn on unless the cooking pot is correctly in place. Users are advised not to plug it in until ready to cook.
    7. Starting Cooking: Pressing the "ON/OFF" switch on the front control panel activates the cooking cycle, indicated by the red "COOK" light.
    8. Stirring: To ensure evenly cooked rice, it is recommended to stir the rice at least twice during the cooking cycle.
    9. Automatic Switch-off: Once the rice is cooked, the cooker automatically switches off, and the "keep warm" light illuminates, indicating the transition to the keep warm function. This function remains active until the appliance is unplugged.
    10. Steaming: After cooking, the rice should be left covered for 6-8 minutes to steam. Keeping the lid on after serving helps prevent the rice from drying out or discoloring.
  • Reheating Cold Rice: To reheat previously cooked cold rice, add about 1¼ cup (4 tablespoons) of cold water per cup of cooked rice, stir, and then press the "ON/OFF" switch. The "keep warm" function should not be used for reheating cold rice. A tip is provided that leftover rice is excellent for making fried rice.

Maintenance Features:

  • Regular Maintenance: Regular maintenance is emphasized to keep the appliance safe and in proper operational order.
  • Before Cleaning: Always disconnect the appliance from the mains supply when not in use or before cleaning. It is crucial to ensure the appliance has cooled completely before cleaning.
  • Immersion Warning: The base of the appliance and its supply cord must not be immersed in water.
  • Cleaning:
    • The cooking pot and lid should be washed in warm, soapy water, then rinsed and dried.
    • The outside of the appliance should be cleaned regularly with a soft, damp cloth and dried with a dry towel.
    • Caution: Harsh solvents, alkaline cleaning agents, abrasive cleansers, or scouring agents should not be used to prevent damage.
  • Heating Plate Cleaning: Grains of rice or other foreign matter may stick to the heating plate, leading to uneven cooking and unpleasant odors. These must be removed by carefully scraping with a suitable metal utensil. Afterwards, steel wool may be necessary to polish the area to ensure good contact between the heating element and the bottom of the cooking pot.
  • Damage Check: Before each use, the appliance should be inspected for good working order, and all removable parts should be secure. The power supply cord and plug should be regularly checked for cuts or damage. If the appliance is damaged, dropped, left outdoors, or dropped in water, it must be returned to an authorized service dealer for examination and repair.
  • Storage: When not in use, the appliance, all its accessories, and the instruction manual should be stored in a safe and dry place.

General and Electrical Safety:

The manual includes comprehensive safety instructions, highlighting the importance of reading them carefully and keeping them for future reference. Key safety points include:

  • Using the appliance only for its intended purpose.
  • Always checking that the power supply matches the rating plate voltage.
  • Unplugging the appliance when not in use.
  • Not abusing or damaging the power cord; damaged cords must be replaced by the manufacturer or a qualified person.
  • Keeping the supply cord away from hot surfaces.
  • Children and Infirm Persons: The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless supervised or instructed by a responsible person. Children must be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
  • Water Safety: Do not immerse the appliance or any part of it (including the supply cord) in water. Do not use with wet hands or in damp situations.
  • Use and Environment: Not for outdoor use, not directly below a socket outlet, and not to be left unattended during operation. It is not intended to be operated by external timers or remote-control systems.
  • Burns Risk: Accessible surfaces can become hot during operation. Avoid touching hot surfaces. Use oven gloves or a tea towel when handling hot components or removing hot steam to prevent burns. The appliance should only be used on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface.
  • Earth Safety: The appliance must be earthed and connected only to a suitably earthed 230V ~ 50Hz supply socket.

Sheffield PL360 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSheffield
ModelPL360
CategoryRice Cooker
LanguageEnglish