RC880 - Rice cooker BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

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Frequently Asked Questions - RC880 BLACK & DECKER

How do I start the BLACK & DECKER RC880?

To start the BLACK & DECKER RC880, plug in the device, select the desired cooking mode, and press the start button.

What should I do if the BLACK & DECKER RC880 does not heat?

Check if the device is properly plugged in and if the outlet is working. Also, make sure the lid is properly closed.

How do I clean the BLACK & DECKER RC880?

Unplug the device and let it cool down. Use a damp cloth to wipe the exterior and a mild detergent to clean the interior and accessories.

What is the capacity of the BLACK & DECKER RC880?

The BLACK & DECKER RC880 has a capacity of 1.8 liters, which is sufficient to cook meals for about 2 to 4 people.

Can I cook frozen food in the BLACK & DECKER RC880?

Yes, you can cook frozen food. However, it is recommended to extend the cooking time by 10 to 15 minutes compared to cooking fresh food.

How do I set the cooking time on the BLACK & DECKER RC880?

Use the timer knob to set the desired cooking time. Turn the knob until the desired time is displayed.

Does the BLACK & DECKER RC880 make normal noises during operation?

Yes, cooking noises can be normal. However, if you hear strange noises, check that the device is properly assembled and that there are no loose parts.

Where can I find spare parts for the BLACK & DECKER RC880?

Spare parts can be found on the official BLACK & DECKER website or from authorized dealers.

Is the BLACK & DECKER RC880 under warranty?

Yes, the BLACK & DECKER RC880 is generally covered by a limited warranty. Please refer to the user manual for specific warranty details.

USER MANUAL RC880 BLACK & DECKER

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

Read all instructions.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or base unit in water or other liquid.
- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to an authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by this appliance manufacturer may cause injury.
Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food, water or other hot liquids.
Always attach plug to the appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to "off", then remove plug from wall outlet.
Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in removable container.

POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

ELECTRICAL CORD

a) A short power-supply cord is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
b) Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
c) If an extension cord is used,

1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, and
2) The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW

Warning : This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only by authorized service personnel.

Note: If the power supply cord is damaged, it should be replaced by qualified personnel or in Latin America by an authorized service center.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

1. Cool-touch carry handle

2.Lid

1. Lid release button

† 4 . Condensation catcher (Part# RC880-01)

1. Steam vent

† 6 . Serving scoop (Part# RC880-02)

1. Serving scoop holder

† 8 . Cooking bowl with water-level markings (inside) (Part# RC880-03)

+9.Rice measure (Part# RC880-04)

+10. Steaming basket (Part# RC880-05)

1. Warm button

2. Cook and Warm indicator lights

3. Cook button

Consumer replaceable/removable parts

How to Use

This appliance is for household use only.

1. Before first use, wash all parts as instructed in the Care and Cleaning section.
2. Place unit on a flat, stable surface.

Note: As the rice expands and cooks, steam will come out of the vent in the condensation calcher. Do not place the rice cooker directly underneath your cabinets or too close to a wall.

1. Open the lid by pressing the lid release button (A). 4. Measure desired amount of rice with the rice measure provided.

Note: The rice measure provided is based on 6 oz. (170 g). Your rice cooker can make up to 10 rice measures of dry rice - yielding approximately 20-24 cups of cooked rice.

Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in the removable cooking bowl provided.

1. Place rice in the cooking bowl and add water. You can also use any liquid, such as broth, stock or fruit juice as part or all of the liquid for cooking the rice.
2. Use the water-level markings inside the cooking bowl as a guide for adding the exact amount of water. For example, for 4 measures of uncooked rice, fill with water to water-level marking 4. Be careful not to add too much water as it may cause the unit to boil over.

Note: Taste/hardness will vary depending on the quality/type of rice, amount of liquid and length of time it is cooked. Follow the instructions in the Rice Cooking Guide on pages

5 - 7. For soiler, fluffer rice, add a little more water. For firmer, crunchier rice add a little less water. You may need to experiment to suit your taste.

1. Before placing the cooking bowl into the rice cooker, be sure the heating plate and outside surface of the cooking bowl are clean and dry. Do not let loose rice or particles fall into the rice cooker.
2. Insert cooking bowl into rice cooker. You might have to turn it slightly to the left and right to ensure proper contact with the heating plate.

Note: Do not place the rice cooker directly under your cabinets or too close to a wall.

1. Close the lid. Press down until you hear a click.
   Note: Always keep the lid closed while cooking.
2. Plug unit into a standard electrical outlet. The Warm light will come on.

1. Press the Cook button to begin cooking (B). As the rice expands and cooks, steam comes out through the steam vent on the condensation catcher.
   Caution: Do not put your hand over the steam vent as you may get burned by the hot steam.
2. Once the rice is cooked, the rice cooker automatically switches to the Warm cycle.
   Important: The unit will stay in the Warm cycle until

it is unplugged. Do not try to prevent the rice cooker from switching to the Warm mode. Do not immediately press the Cook button again after it has begun the Warm cycle.

1. After the unit switches to Warm, leave the lid closed for at least 15 minutes to further cook the rice.
2. Open the lid by pressing the lid release button. Fluff the rice with the serving scoop before serving.
3. Unplug the unit when finished.

Important: Allow unit to cool completely before cooking another batch of rice, or to use the steamer basket after rice has been cooked.

EMPTYING CONDENSATION CATCHER

1. Remove and empty the condensation catcher after each use.
2. To clean the condensation catcher, remove it by inserting your hand into the opening from underneath it. Grip the condensation catcher and pull up (C).

3-HEATER SYSTEM

The improved 3-Heater System warms from the top, sides, and bottom so that rice may be held for up to 18 hours while remaining moist and fluffy throughout.

STEAMING BASKET

1. The steamer basket holds up to 8 cups of cut-up vegetables or other foods.
2. Fill the cooking bowl with about 1-1/2 cups (12 fl, oz./350 ml) of water using a standard measuring cup.
3. Place vegetables or other food in the steamer basket, and position the basket on top of the cooking bowl.
4. Close the lid. Press down until you hear a click.
   Note: Always keep the lid closed while cooking.
5. Plug unit into a standard electrical outlet. The Warm light will come on.
6. Press the Cook button to begin cooking.
7. Steaming times vary according to vegetable or food type. Begin checking for doneness after initial 5 minutes. You may need to experiment to suit your taste.
8. Unplug the unit when finished.

Note: When steaming vegetables or other foods without rice in the cooking bowl, the unit will not switch to the Warm mode.

Important Tips:

• During cooking, a thin crust may develop on the rice at the bottom of the bowl. If you do not like rice with crust, you can easily peel it off from the nonstick cooking bowl and discard it.
• Use the plastic serving scoop (or a wooden spoon) to stir and remove rice—do not use metal utensils that can scratch the nonstick cooking bowl.

If desired, add seasonings and oil or butter with rice before adding water.

Allow rice to rest on warm at least 15 minutes before serving.

RICE COOKING GUIDE

FOR WHITE LONG GRAIN, JASMINE, BASMATI, YELLOW OR MEDIUM GRAIN RICE

AMOUNT AMOUNT APPROX. YIELD

TIME MEASURES

2 rice measures to 2 mark 16 to 20 minutes 4 to 5 cups
3 rice measures to 3 mark 18 to 24 minutes 5 to 6 cups
4 rice measures to 4 mark 20 to 26 minutes 7 to 10 cups
5 rice measures to 5 mark 24 to 28 minutes 10 to 12 cups

6 rice measures to 6 mark 26 to 30 minutes 12 to 14 cups
7 rice measures to 7 mark 28 to 34 minutes 14 to 16 cups
8 rice measures to 8 mark 30 to 36 minutes 15 to 19 cups
9 rice measures to 9 mark 30 to 38 minutes 16 to 21 cups
10 rice measures to 10 mark 31 to 40 minutes 18 to 24 cups
FOR BROWN RICE
AMOUNT OF RICE	AMOUNT OF WATER	APPROX. COOKING TIME	YIELD IN 8 OZ. MEASURES
2 rice measures	to 2 mark *	38 to 42 minutes	2 to 2 1/2 cups
3 rice measures	to 3 mark *	40 to 42 minutes	4 1/2 to 5 1/2 cups
4 rice measures	to 4 mark *	40 to 45 minutes	9 to 10 cups
5 rice measures	to 5 mark *	40 to 46 minutes	10 to 11 cups
6 rice measures	to 6 mark *	46 to 48 minutes	13 to 14 1/2 cups
7 rice measures	to 7 mark *	48 to 52 minutes	14 to 16 cups
8 rice measures	to 8 mark *	48 to 56 minutes	16 to 18 1/2 cups
9 rice measures	to 9 mark *	50 to 60 minutes	17 to 20 cups
10 rice measures	to 10 mark *	52 to 62 minutes	21 to 23 cups
* add an additional 6 ounces (3/4 cup)
FOR WHITE PARBOILED (OR CONVERTED) RICE
AMOUNT OF RICE	AMOUNT OF WATER	APPROX. COOKING TIME	YIELD IN 8 OZ. MEASURES
2 rice measures	to 2 mark	20 to 27 minutes	2 1/2 to 3 1/2 cups
3 rice measures	to 3 mark	25 to 27 minutes	5 to 6 cups
4 rice measures	to 4 mark	26 to 30 minutes	8 1/2 to 9 1/2 cups
5 rice measures	to 5 mark	27 to 31 minutes	10 to 11 cups
6 rice measures	to 6 mark	28 to 32 minutes	12 to 14 cups
7 rice measures	to 7 mark	32 to 36 minutes	14 to 16 cups
8 rice measures	to 8 mark	32 to 38 minutes	16 to 17 cups
9 rice measures	to 9 mark	32 to 40 minutes	17 to 19 cups
10 rice measures	to 10 mark	33 to 40 minutes	18 to 20 cups
FOR SMALL GRAIN (OR PEARL) RICE
AMOUNT OF RICE OF WATER COOKING IN 8 OZ.	AMOUNT OF RICE OF WATER COOKING IN 8 OZ.	APPROX. TIME MEASURES	YIELD
2 rice measures to 2 mark 18 to 22 minutes 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 cups
3 rice measures to 3 mark 22 to 24 minutes 5 to 6 cups
4 rice measures to 4 mark 23 to 24 minutes 6 1/2 to 7 1/2 cups
5 rice measures to 5 mark 24 to 26 minutes 10 to 11 cups
6 rice measures to 6 mark 28 to 31 minutes 12 to 13 cups
7 rice measures to 7 mark 31 to 34 minutes 14 to 15 cups
8 rice measures to 8 mark 33 to 35 minutes 16 to 17 cups
9 rice measures to 9 mark 34 to 36 minutes 17 to 19 cups
10 rice measures to 10 mark 35 to 37 minutes 20 to 22 cups
WILD RICE
AMOUNT OF RICE OF WATER COOKING IN 8 OZ.	AMOUNT OF RICE OF WATER COOKING IN 8 OZ.	APPROX. TIME MEASURES	YIELD
2 rice measures 7, 8-oz cups 1 hr 40 minutes 5 to 6 cups to 2 hrs. 20 min.
4 rice measures 9, 8-oz cups 2 hrs. 2 min.	7 to 8 cups to 2 hrs. 8 min.

Care and Cleaning

This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.

1. Always unplug the unit before cleaning.
2. Never immerse the unit in water or other liquid.
3. Wash the lid, condensation catcher, steaming basket, serving scoop, and rice measure in warm, soapy water or place in the top rack of the dishwasher.
   Note: The cooking bowl has an aluminum outer surface, therefore, it is best to wash it by hand. If washed in the dishwasher, the outer aluminum surface may become cloudy, but will not affect cooking.
4. Do not use abrasive cleaners or metal scouring pads—they may scratch the nonstick surface and could result in poor contact with the heating plate.
5. Clean the unit by wiping the inside and outside surfaces with a damp soapy cloth and dry thoroughly.
6. If water accidentally gets into the button area or onto the heating plate, allow to dry thoroughly before using the rice cooker.

IMPORTANT MISES EN GARDE

For service, repair or any questions regarding your appliance, call the appropriate "800" number on the cover of this book. Do not return the product to the place of purchase. Do not mail the product back to the manufacturer nor bring it to a service center. You may also want to consult the website listed on the cover of this manual.

One-Year Limited Warranty

(Appplies only in the United States and Canada)

What does it cover?

• Any defect in material or workmanship; provided; however, Applica's liability will not exceed the purchase price of the product

For how long?

One year after the date of original purchase

What will we do to help you?

• Provide you with a reasonably similar replacement product that is either new or factory refurbished

How do you get service?

• Save your receipt as proof of the date of sale.
• Check our on-line service site at www.prodprotect.com/applica, or call our toll-free number, 1-800-231-9786, for general warranty service
  If you need parts or accessories, please call 1-800-738-0245.

What does your warranty not cover?

- Damage from commercial use

• Damage from misuse, abuse or neglect
• Products that have been modified in any way
• Products used or serviced outside the country of purchase
  Glass parts and other accessory items that are packed with the unit
• Shipping and handling costs associated with the replacement of the unit
• Consequential or incidental damages (Please note, however, that some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so this limitation may not apply to you.)

How does state law relate to this warranty?

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

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