The Proctor Silex rice cooker is very user-friendly but you may end up facing a few minor issues. Continue reading to get all your answers!
Proctor Silex Rice Cooker Problems
1) What to do when the rice cooker lid gets stuck?
The rice cooker lid getting stuck is one of the most common issues users face while using the rice cooker. If you’re using an old rice cooker and the lid is getting stuck, then it’s time to change the rubber gasket. The rubber gasket has good durability but needs a change after a while due to its excessive exposure to steam and high temperature.
However, if you’re facing issues with a brand-new rice cooker, make sure you’re reading the instruction manual properly. The rice cooker lid needs to be placed properly for the rice cooker to function optimally. You can usually tell if you’re placing it properly by matching the indication marker on the rice cooker lid with that on the body.
If you’re still not clear regarding how to undo the lid, read the user instruction manual properly. Each rice cooker comes with a manual for users to read and get a better understanding of the cooker. Make sure you’re familiar with all the settings before you start using the rice cooker, this is for your safety.
2) How to fix a thermal cut-off?
The rice cooker has a thermal fuse on the inside. The purpose of the thermal fuse is to make sure that the temperature on the inside does not exceed dangerously. The rice cooker uses the best and latest technology, relying on inbuilt pressure sensors and temperature detectors. These sensors cook the food accordingly and make sure that the temperature on the inside doesn’t exceed beyond the requirement.
At times, however, if the rice cooker is left on the stove for prolonged periods the cooker tends to get heated up. In such cases, to avoid any damage to the main rice cooker, the thermal fuse blows up. When the thermal fuse burns off, the main circuit is broken, as a result the rice cooker automatically stops working.
Replacing the thermal fuse is easy if you’re familiar with how electronics work. But if you are not very confident when it comes to electrical appliances, it is always advisable to seek help. Empty your rice cooker and wait for an electrician to come to change the thermal fuse. While getting a thermal fuse replacement, it is necessary to keep in mind that you replace the burned fuse with the same model.
3) Why is rice getting overcooked?
The rice cooker will undoubtedly change your rice cooking experience. Unlike ordinary kitchen pots that require you to stand all day, the rice cooker helps you save valuable time. Once you’ve added the rice along with the measured quantity of water, you have nothing to worry about.
However, if you’re not following an authentic recipe you might mess up the rice. The exact measurements are necessary to make good rice. The water to rice ratio is very important when it comes to cooking rice. The standard ratio is 1:2 with the water being two times the rice.
If rice is getting overcooked, reduce the water content
4) How do I change the timer settings?
The rice cooker comes with inbuilt settings. If the settings are preset to 30 minutes, the rice cooker will work for 30 minutes only. If you want to keep the cooker running for an hour, you’ll have to select the settings again.
5) How to prevent a steam leak?
A steam leak out of a rice cooker is nothing short of a nightmare. The steam helps the rice cooker to cook rice. If the steam leaks out into the atmosphere, there’s little pressure on the inside. As a result, food no longer cooks properly.
To keep the steam inside, always make sure you’re sealing the lid properly. At times if the lid is not sealed properly, steam tends to leak out. If the rubber gasket is worn out then it’s time to get it replaced.
When to call for help?
If none of the above-mentioned solutions seem to help, it’s time to stop playing Bob the builder and call for help.