Pressure Induction Rice Cooker NW-JEC10/18: How to Use It

Quick answer

To use the NW-JEC10/18, start by rinsing the inner pan and measuring rice with the supplied cup, then select the appropriate menu setting and press start. The cooker handles pressure and temperature automatically, so you can focus on choosing the right mode and letting it finish.

Step-by-step: setting up and using your NW-JEC10/18

1. Unpack and clean before first use: Remove all packaging and wash the inner pan, measuring cup, and spatula with mild dish soap. Wipe the exterior and interior of the cooker with a damp cloth. Do not immerse the cooker body in water. Common mistake: forgetting to remove the protective film from the control panel or inner lid.
2. Measure rice accurately: Use the supplied measuring cup (usually 180ml) and level off the rice. Do not use a standard kitchen cup, as the ratio will be off. Checkpoint: one cup of uncooked rice yields about two cups of cooked rice; adjust quantity to your needs.
3. Rinse rice until water runs clear: Place rice in the inner pan and rinse with cold water, gently stirring with your hand, then drain. Repeat 2-3 times until the water is nearly clear. This removes excess starch and prevents sticking. Common mistake: skipping rinsing leads to gummy rice and boil-overs.
4. Add water to the correct line: For standard white rice, add water up to the corresponding line for the number of cups you're cooking (e.g., '2' for two cups). For other rice types, use the specific scale (e.g., 'Sushi' or 'Brown'). Checkpoint: the water line for pressure induction models may differ from conventional cookers; always use the lines inside the pan.
5. Place the inner pan and close the lid: Wipe the outside of the inner pan dry, then set it into the cooker. Make sure it sits flat. Close the lid until it clicks. The lid must be locked for pressure cooking. Common mistake: a loose lid prevents pressurization and triggers an error.
6. Select the menu setting: Press the Menu button to cycle through options like White Rice, Sushi, Brown, or My Rice. For the first use, choose White Rice. Use the My Rice setting later to customize texture. Checkpoint: the selected mode's indicator light will stay on; confirm before pressing Start.
7. Press Start: Press the Start button. The cooker will begin heating and pressurizing. The display may show a countdown or estimated time. Common mistake: pressing Start without confirming the menu—double-check the indicator.

Product facts

• Pressure Induction Heating Rice Cooker & Warmer NW-JEC10/18: Made in Japan with automatic pressure and artificial intelligence, plus a My Rice menu setting that learns your texture preference. The My Rice setting lets you fine-tune firmness, so you can adjust future batches without guessing.