Panasonic SR-HZ106 Operating Instructions - Page 11

Cleaning ●
For cleaning, remove the Power Plug and ensure that the main body has cooled down. ●
The Gasket attached to both the main body and the Inner Lid cannot be removed. Do not pull by using excessive force or puncture with sharp-pointed objects. (This may cause defects, delamination and damage.) ●
After washing, wipe with a dry cloth. When using for the first time & on every use ■ After removing, wash with a soft sponge. Inner Pan Rice Scoop Ladle Inner Lid Steam Cap Rice Scoop Holder ■ After using seasoning, such as mixed rice, wash promptly. (Since this can cause odor, rot, or rust.) Metal scourers, nylon scourers etc. Do not wash using the scouring pad. Benzine, thinner, polish, bleach, antibacterial alcohol etc. Dishwasher/ dryer or dish dryer Steam Cap Remove and rinse. ●
Dew and dirt tend to remain in the Steam Cap, so please wash it after each use. ( ) This may cause odor or rot. Do not disassemble. ■
Removing ᶃPull up to remove. ᶄOpen the lever while holding down the tab. Tab Lever ˔ ˔˔ ˔ ■
Attaching (In the reverse order to removing.) ᶃ
Insert the shaft and close the lever securely until you hear a "click". Shaking makes a noise because of the ball inside. ᶄ
Attach on the Outer Lid. ( ) Ensure that it has Shaft been attached firmly. Precautions ●
Do not remove the Gasket. (This may cause steam to leak.) ●
If the Gasket came off, please reattach along the groove. Gasket ˔ ˔ ˔ Stainless Steel Rim • Inner Pan Support Rubber (3 places) Wipe with a damp cloth. Precaution ●
Do not wash by pouring in water etc. 20 Inner Pan (P. 8) • Rice Scoop • Ladle • Rice Scoop Holder Wash with a mild dishwashing liquid. Precaution ●
Do not use the Inner Pan as a wash bowl. ( ) Since this may result in peeling of the inner coating. Regular checks ●
Check around once a month and clean if dirty! Bottom of Rice Cooker (Intake/Exhaust Vents) Remove dust and foreign objects using a vacuum cleaner etc. Lid Sensor • Pan Sensor Wipe with a damp cloth. ●
If the dirt is hard to remove, dab a mild dishwashing liquid on a nylon scourer and wipe gently. Note ●
Using the Lid Sensor or Pan Sensor while they are dirty may result in the rice being burnt or cooked in an unsatisfactory way. Inner Surface of Outer Lid • Gasket Wipe with a damp cloth. ●
Remove the Steam Cap and wipe the inner surface of the Outer Lid, the attaching portion of the Steam Cap and the Gasket. When the cleanliness of the Rice Cooker is a concern Cleaning function If odor is hard to remove or the dirt does not come off the Inner Lid or Steam Vent... Preparation ᶃ Pour water into the Inner Pan. ("White Rice" Water Level: 3-4) ᶄ
Put the lnner Pan in the main body and close the Outer Lid. 1 Display "Clean" Press . Inner Lid Remove and wash with a mild dishwashing liquid. Inner Lid Release Lever ■
Removing ᶃ ᶄ 2 Press the "Start" button Flashing Press . ᶃ
Move the Inner Lid Release Lever to the right. (The Inner Lid tilts forward.) ᶄ
Pull out. ■
Attaching ᶄ ᶃ
Insert the Inner Lid into the grooves. (Both sides) ᶄ
Press into the Outer Lid until you hear a "click". ᶃ Grooves Precaution ●
After cooking with seasoning (for mixed rice etc.), please wash promptly. (Since this may cause odor, rot, or rust.) Cleaning function starts. 3 When the buzzer sounds after approximately 45 minutes, press the "Cancel/Off" button Press . ●
After the water has cooled, pour it away. Notes ●
It may be effective to cut a lemon into slices and add them to the water. ●
It may not be possible to completely remove odor or dirt. 21 English