SEMAK RICE COOKER – MODEL RC3011 OPERATION AND WARRANTY BOOKLET SEMAK AUSTRALIA: FACTORY 18, 87-91 HALLAM SOUTH ROAD, HALLAM VIC 3803 PH 03 9796 4583 FAX 03 9796 4586 WEB WWW.SEMAK.COM.AU Table of Contents General Safety Instructions for All Semak Products ............................................. 4 Safety Instructions ............................................................................................... 5 Semak Rice Cooker .............................................................................................. 6 Parts of the Rice Cooker ...................................................................................... 6 Operating Instructions for the Semak Rice Cooker .............................................. 7 Cleaning Instructions for the Semak Rice Cooker ................................................ 8 Service & Maintenance ........................................................................................ 9 Electrical Compliance ........................................................................................... 9 Specifications ....................................................................................................... 9 Warranty.............................................................................................................. 9 WARRANTY REGISTRATION.................................................................................11 Page | 2 RETAIN THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Page | 3 General Safety Instructions for All Semak Products Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use. Never leave the appliance unattended when in use. The appliance should not be used by children or infirm persons and close supervision is necessary when used near such persons. Always switch off at power outlet before removing the plug. Remove by holding the plug – do not pull the cord. When the appliance is not in use, or prior to cleaning, always switch off the power and remove the plug. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the plug, cord or any part of the appliance in water or any other liquid. Do not use near a stove or heat source and do not let the cord come in contact with any hot surface. Do not use the appliance with an extension cord unless that cord has been checked and tested by a qualified technician or if it is an extension cord that has been manufactured by a reliable electrical goods manufacturer and has not been altered in any way. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in anyway. Return to Semak or an authorised service agent for repair. CAUTION Hot Surfaces. NEVER leave the appliance ON unattended. ALWAYS unplug the rice cooker after use. Page | 4 Safety Instructions Only use the appliance on a flat, level and stable surface. DO NOT use on a wet surface. ALWAYS turn off the appliance and allow it to cool down before cleaning. Use a barely damp cloth to wipe the appliance once it has cooled. The rice cooker will not operate if the pan is not in the cooker. Always keep the bottom of the cooker and the heating plate clean and dry. Any foreign material between the base and heating plate will cause the cooker to malfunction. Do not attempt to press the switch by force if the switch cannot be pressed to the cooking position. The pan and the lid must be in place before the switch can be pressed to the cooking position. The rice cooker should be on a flat stable surface. Do not expose to water, high humidity or direct heat. Do not place anything on the outer lid when in operation. Do not use the pan for cooking outside of the appliance. It is not suitable for use on external heat sources, hot plates or open flame. DO NOT use running water when cleaning the appliance. Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth. DO NOT use caustic substances to clean the appliance and do not allow caustic substances to make contact with any electrical components of the warmer. Page | 5 Semak Rice Cooker Parts of the Rice Cooker Page | 6 Operating Instructions for the Semak Rice Cooker 1. Measure rice with the measuring cup. Rinse rice until the water is clear and the rice is clean. 2. Place washed rice in the pan, then add water. Eg. For each cup of rice, add one cup of water. For 0.8L of Rice, pour water up to 0.8 mark. DO NOT cook more than maximum level. 3. Place pan in the cooker. Ensure that the pan is directly in contact with the heating plate by turning it slightly from right to left until it sits properly. Wipe dry the outside of the pan before use. A wet pan may cause a cracking noise while cooking and may damage the unit. 4. Place outer lid onto body. 5. Plug unit into electrical outlet and flip on switch to begin cooking, the red cooking light will illuminate. Once cooking cycle completed, the warm light will illuminate. The rice will be kept between 60-80◦c until the unit is disconnected from the power. 6. Once cooking has finished keep the lid closed to prevent rice from drying out or discolouring until served. 7. Do not leave the rice scoop or other utensils in the pan during the keep warm cycle. 8. Do not use the keep warm feature to re-heat leftover cold rice. Page | 7 Cleaning Instructions for the Semak Rice Cooker After cooking is completed, unplug the AC cord. When the body is cooled clean the body and parts of the cooker as follows: 1. Use a clean cloth to wipe the body of the cooker. 2. Remove the pan and inner lid from the cooker and clean them with hot soapy water and rinse. Thoroughly dry with a soft cloth. 3. Wipe the outside of the body and outer lid with a soft damp cloth. 4. Do not clean any part of this appliance with abrasive or harsh cleaners. 5. Do not immerse any part of the cooker in water except the pan, steamer plate, inner lid and dew collector. 6. Grains of rice and other foreign matter may stick to the heating plate. These must be removed to prevent improper cooking or damage to the plate. Remove with a soft damp cloth. 7. Improper cleaning of the appliance may lead to unpleasant odours. 8. Any residue of vinegar and salt may cause damage to the Teflon coating and pan. Ensure that all residues are removed in cleaning. 9. Protect Teflon coating by using plastic or wooden rice scoop. Do not use metal scoops, spoons, forks knives or other metal objects in the pan. Over time the colour of the Teflon coating may change but will not affect the performance of the non-stick properties. Page | 8 Service & Maintenance The Semak Rice Cooker does not contain user-serviceable parts. For Service and Repair, contact Semak for your nearest Authorised Service Agent. The Foodservice Industry is deemed a hostile environment within the scope of AS/NZS 3760:2003. Semak Rice Cooker MUST be routinely electrically tested for compliance with this standard if used commercially. It is recommended that a Food Safety program such as HACCP be employed and that routine service and repair be undertaken at the time of electrical testing to ensure the correct operation and function of all parts. Electrical Compliance Semak Rice Cookers comply with the following electrical standards CISPR 14 Specifications Model RC3011 Dimensions 380 x 380mm Volts 220-240V AC 10AMP Warranty The Semak Rice Cooker is a Commercial appliance. This product is guaranteed for 1 Years* from the date of purchase against mechanical and electrical defects. If the fault is deemed caused by MISUSE/ABUSE the terms of the warranty are invalidated. If the product has been opened or tampered with (ie. In an attempt to repair it) the warranty is invalidated. All warranty repairs should be undertaken by Dimark Commercial Pty. Ltd. It is against company policy to authorize warranty repairs over the phone. Service Agents will require a work order number from Semak to conduct warranty repairs. Page | 9 SEMAK WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AND SOLD IN AUSTRALIA The benefits conferred by this warranty are an alternative to all other rights and remedies in respect of the product which the consumer has under the Trade Practices Act and similar State and Territory Laws. Semak Australia. Warrant each new SEMAK appliance manufactured by SEMAK to be free from defects in materials or manufacturing process for a period of 12 Months from the date of original purchase. Should defects due to faulty materials or manufacturing process develop within the warranty period, the appliance will be repaired without charge providing all conditions of this warranty are observed. 1. Proof of Purchase and Warranty card must be retained and available on request. 2. This Warranty is void if the equipment has been damaged due to misuses neglect or is used for a purpose for which it was not suited; and no repairs, alterations or modifications have been attempted by other than Semak or its authorised Service Agent. 3. Semak Australia. Reserves the right to reject a claim for warranty if service is required due to misapplication, improper installation, inadequate wiring, and incorrect voltage conditions. Under no circumstances shall SEMAK or its agents bear responsibility for consequential damages of any kind. 4. Where required by Statute or local authority, equipment must be installed by qualified person in accordance with all relevant regulations. Failure to do this will void product warranty. 5. Cost of transport of any appliance or part to and from SEMAK or its Service Agent is to be paid by the owner. 6. A charge will be made where failure is due to neglect, abuse or accidental damage on the part of the operator, or when no fault can be found or the fault is due to causes outside the control of Semak Australia. 7. The above does not preclude the purchaser from their Statutory rights as a consumer. Semak Australia Factory 18 87-91 Hallam South Road HALLAM VIC 3803 Ph Fax Email Web 03 9796 4583 03 9796 4586 technical@semak.com.au www.semak.com.au Page | 10 WARRANTY REGISTRATION Retain for Future Reference DO NOT SEND Please complete one registration for each Semak appliance. 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