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Rice cooker inner lid and steam vent: clean food residue after each use

Residue on the inner lid and steam vent may cause odors or affect steam release. For removable parts, follow the rice cooker's own manual, wash gently and dry before reassembly.

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Zojirushi's maintenance guidance advises removing washable inner lids after use, clearing rice and starch, and drying parts before replacement. Not every cooker has the same gasket and steam-vent mechanism; never force a part apart.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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Finish cooking or keep-warm, unplug the cooker and let the main body, inner pot and steam vent cool fully.
Use the model's manual to identify removable inner-lid and steam-vent parts. Do not pry off attached gaskets or fixed components.
Soften stuck rice with water, then wash permitted removable parts with a soft sponge. Avoid steel wool and abrasive cleaners on coated surfaces.
Inspect the steam outlet for rice or starch, cleaning only as the manual allows. Never immerse the electrical main body in water.
Wipe the underside of the outer lid and accessible gasket grooves with a well-wrung soft cloth. If a gasket is hard or damaged, check the maker's genuine replacement/service guidance.
Dry all washed components thoroughly, reassemble exactly as shown in the manual and verify they are seated before the next cooking cycle.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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