1. Before cleaning, turn off and unplug the rice cooker and allow it to cool completely.
2. Wipe the outside and inside of the rice cooker with a moist cloth.
3. Press the Inner Lid Release Button, then pull the inner lid to remove it. If necessary, press the Steam Cap Release Button to empty and clean the steam cap.
4. Wash the inner lid, steam cap, inner pot, steam basket, rice paddle, and measuring cup with hot, soapy water and a nonabrasive sponge. Soak if necessary (Accessories are also dishwasher-safe
on the top rack).
5. Dry the parts and reinstall the inner lid. Place the inner pot in the rice cooker.
6. Let all surfaces dry completely before plugging in or turning on the rice cooker.
Storage
1. Clean and dry the rice cooker and all accessories.
2. Place the inner pot in the rice cooker. Close the lid.
3. Store the rice cooker in an upright position. Do not store anything on top.
How to Empty the Steam Cap
1.Press the Steam Cap Release Button located on the inner lid.
2. Empty the water that is collected in the steam cap.
3. Clean the steam cap with hot, soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge.
Note: If necessary, you can remove the steam cap for easy cleaning and drying. Please see the picture below: