RC3406 - Rice cooker BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RC3406 BLACK & DECKER

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

Read all instructions.

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 injuries.

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.

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. IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDS SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS. POLARIZEDPLUG(120VModelsOnly) 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. ELECTRICALCORD a) A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. b) Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. c) If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used,

1) The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord

or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance,

2) If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be

a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and

3) The longer 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. Note:Ifthepowersupplycordisdamaged,itshouldbereplacedbyqualified personnelorinLatinAmericabyanauthorizedservicecenter.¾

Productmayvaryslightlyfromwhatisillustrated. HowtoUse This appliance is for household use only. GETTINGSTARTED

• Remove all packing material and stickers from the product.

• Remove and save literature.

• Wash and dry all removable parts as instructed in CAREANDCLEANING section of this manual.

• Place appliance on a flat, stable surface. COOKINGRICE

1. Measure desired amount of rice to be cooked using rice measure provided; do not use

1-cup measuring cup. (The rice measure provided holds 2/3 cup uncooked rice – about 5 oz. or 150 grams.) This rice cooker can cook up to 3 measures of uncooked rice and yield a maximum of about 6 cups of cooked rice.

2. Place rice in the cooking bowl.

Note:Useonlythecookingbowlprovidedwiththisappliancetocookrice.

3. Using the water level markings on the inside of the cooking bowl as a guide, add

amount of water that matches the amount of rice to be cooked. For example, if preparing 1 measure of rice, add water to the 1-cup water level mark. Adding too much water may make the appliance boil over.

4. Add butter, oil and desired seasonings.

Note:Thefirsttimeyoupreparerice,usethehandyriceguideonpage6.Forsofter, fluffyriceaddalittlemorewater;forricethatismorefirmandhasafirmertextureadd alittlelesswater.

5. Before placing cooking bowl into rice cooker, be sure the heating plate and outside

surface of the cooking bowl are clean and dry. Avoid having rice kernels or other ingredients fall into the rice cooker.

6. Insert cooking bowl into rice cooker.

7. Place glass lid on the cooking bowl. For best results always keep glass lid on while

cooking. NOTE:Asricecooks,steamwillescapethroughventinlid.Placeglasslidonricecooker sosteamventisfacingawayfromcabinetsandwalls.Donotplacehandoversteamvent whilericeiscooking;thehotsteammayburn.

8. Uncoil cord and plug into standard electrical outlet. The KEEP WARM indicator light

9. Press down the ON switch. The COOK indicator light comes on and cooking begins.

10. When rice is cooked, the COOK indicator light shuts off and the switch pops up and

the rice cooker automatically switches to the KEEP WARM function. The KEEP WARM indicator light will stay on until the appliance is unplugged. Note:DonottrytostopthericecookerfromswitchingtotheWarmmode.Donottry

11. For best results, let the cooked rice rest for 15 minutes, covered, to further steam the

rice. If holding cooked rice longer than 30 minutes, stir rice occasionally to prevent browning of rice on the bottom of the cook bowl.

12. Just before serving, remove lid and fluff rice. Use serving scoop provided with

appliance to prevent damage to nonstick surface of the cooking bowl. CAUTION:Whenremovingthelid,alwaysliftitawayfromthebodytopreventgetting burnedfromthehotsteam.

†2. Temperedglasslidwithsteamvent

STEAMERBASKET Refer to cooking chart on page 7 for suggestions on cooking time and seasonings.

1. Pour about 3/4 cup cold tap water into cooking bowl using standard liquid measuring

cup. Add seasoning, if desired.

2. Place vegetables or other food in the steaming basket.

3. Place basket on top of cooking bowl. Before placing cooking bowl into rice cooker,

be sure the heating plate and outside surface of the cooking bowl are clean and dry. Avoid having any food fall into the rice cooker.

4. Cover with glass lid. Always keep glass lid on while steaming.

NOTE:Asfoodcooks,steamwillescapethroughventinlid.Placelidonricecookerso ventisfacingawayfromcabinetsandwalls.Donotplacehandoversteamventwhile foodiscooking;thehotsteammayburn.

5. Plug cord into standard electrical outlet. The KEEP WARM

indicator light comes on.

6. Press down the ON switch. The COOK indicator light comes on and cooking begins.

When heating prepared foods the ON switch and COOK indicator light are not intended to be an indicator of cooking time. Always use a kitchen timer and do leave these foods unattended.

7. Steaming time will vary depending upon type of food and amount to be cooked.

8. Begin checking vegetables after about 8 minutes. (Cooking time will vary depending

upon type and amount of food to be cooked.)

9. When cooking is completed remove food and serve. Unplug appliance.

10. The steamer basket has a removable divider that allows you to cook two different

foods at one time. HEATINGPACKAGEDFOODS Packaged foods, such as condensed and ready-to-serve soups, pasta products and stews may be heated in the rice cooker following these directions:

1. Place food to be heated into cooking bowl.

CAUTION:Donotfillthecookingbowlhigherthanthemaximum1.5cupsmarkingon thecookingbowl.

2. Before placing cooking bowl into rice cooker, be sure the heating plate and outside

surface of the cooking bowl are clean and dry. Avoid having any food fall into the rice cooker.

3. Insert cooking bowl into rice cooker.

4. Place glass lid on the cooking bowl.

Note:Forbestresultsalwayskeepglasslidonwhilecooking.

5. Uncoil cord and plug into standard electrical outlet. The KEEP WARM

indicator light comes on.

6. Press down the ON switch. The COOK indicator light comes on and cooking begins.

As the soup or stew heats, steam may come out through the vent on the glass lid. CAUTION:Donotplacehandoversteamventwhilericeiscooking;thehotsteam

7. For even heating, stir mixture occasionally during cooking. Replace lid when stirring is

8. Bring mixture to a boil. When heating prepared foods, the ON switch and the COOK

indicator light are not intended to be an indicator of cooking time. Always use a kitchen timer and do not leave these foods unattended.

9. When cooking is completed, unplug unit. Do not keep cooked soups and stews in the

KEEP WARM cycle. Ifdesiredaddbutter,oilandseasoningsafterwaterhasbeenaddedandbefore cookingbegins.Allowricetorest15minutesonwarmbeforeserving. RICECOOKINGGUIDE

AMOUNT AMOUNT APPROX. AMOUNTOF

1 rice measure to the 1 cup mark 16 to 19 minutes 1

⁄2 to 2 cups 2 rice measure to the 2 cup mark 26 to 28 minutes 3

⁄2 to 4 cups 3 rice measures to the 3 cup mark 26 to 28 minutes 5 to 6 cups FORSMALLGRAINANDPEARLRICE 1 rice measure to the 1 cup mark 26 to 28 minutes 1

⁄2 to 2 cups 2 rice measure to the 2 cup mark 22 to 24 minutes 2

⁄2 to 3 cups 3 rice measures to the 3 cup mark 26 to 28 minutes 5 to 5

⁄2 cups FORCONVERTEDORPAR-BOILEDRICE 1 rice measure to the 1 cup mark 25 to 27 minutes 1

⁄4 cups 2 rice measure to the 2 cup mark 23 to 25 minutes 3

⁄4 cups 3 rice measures to the 3 cup mark 27 to 29 minutes 2

⁄2 cups FORBROWNRICE 1 rice measure to the 1 cup mark 59 to 60 minutes 1

⁄4 cups 2 rice measure to the 2 cup mark 46 to 48 minutes 4 to 4

⁄2 cups 3 rice measures to the 3 cup mark 61 to 63 minutes 5

⁄4 cups FORWILDRICE 1 rice measure to the 1 cup mark 73 to 76 minutes 1

⁄3 cups water 45 to 47 minutes 2 to 2

• Although the rice measure holds about 5 ounces of uncooked rice; the cooked rice is given in 8-ounce cup measures.

• Kosher salt has no impurities and dissolves faster than table salt. If using kosher salt, you may find you want to add a little more than if using table salt. Use about 3/4 tsp. kosher salt to each cup of uncooked rice.

• White rice should be stored in an airtight container in a cool dark place.

• Brown rice has a limited shelf life; store it for no more than a month before using.

• Try using broth, stock or reconstituted bouillon in place of water for additional flavor. If you do no additional salt may be necessary. VEGETABLEANDFISHCOOKINGCHART Allsteamedusing3/4cupcoldtapwaterorroomtemperaturebrothorstock.

VEGETABLE AMOUNT PREPARATION TIME SUGGESTIONS

Fresh Asparagus 5 oz. 2 -inch pieces 13 to 15 Season with lemon minutes slices, salt and pepper Fresh Green Beans 7 oz. 2-inch pieces 17 to 19 Season with dill, salt minutes and garlic pepper Fresh beets 7 oz. Peeled and 22 to 24 Add orange peel, salt sliced minutes and pepper Fresh Broccoli 5 oz. Broken into 15 to 17 Add fresh thyme florets minutes or marjoram leaves Fresh carrots 9 oz. Peeled and sliced 19 to 21 Season with fresh dill minutes and parsley Fresh cauliflower 9 oz. Cut into florets 21 to 23 Serve garnished with minutes buttered bread crumbs Fresh celery 8 oz. Cut into 1/2 inch 17 to 19 Season with slices minutes chives or parsley Sugar snap 8 oz. Trimmed and 12 to 14 Serve drizzled or snow peas left whole minutes with soy sauce and chopped green onions Peppers 1 large Cut in strips 13 to 15 Season with chopped minutes garlic and cilantro Potatoes 8 oz. Cut in wedges 21 to 23 Season with chopped minutes rosemary, salt and garlic pepper Yellow squash 8 oz. Sliced 17 to 19 Serve with diced and Zucchini minutes tomatoes and shredded Parmesan cheese FISH Addlemonslicesto3/4cupwaterincookingbowl Salmon 6 oz. Fillet 24 to 26 Season with fresh dill minutes and chives Shrimp 6 oz. Peeled and 14 to 16 Serve with tartar deveined minutes or cocktail sauce TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLECAUSE SOLUTION

Some kernels of rice The rice was not allowed Once switch on rice cooker do not seem fully cooked to finish cooking. changes to KEEP WARM, allow rice to rest for 15 minutes before serving. Rice cooking bowl not Starch builds up on Fill bowl with hot soapy water as clean as I would like. sides and bottom of bowl. and let stand several minutes; then use a nylon scrubber along sides and bottom. Rinse. Rice boils over. Too much rice Make sure to cook no more is being cooked. than the maximum amount suggested in the Use and Care Manual. The amount of rice to be cooked should match the water markings on the bowl. Rice is too dry. Too much rice or not Use the rice measure cup that enough water. comes with the appliance. The rice measure provided holds 2/3 cup uncooked rice – about 5 oz. or 150 grams Rice is gummy. Too much water or not Add water to match markings enough rice. on the rice bowl. Do not use a liquid measuring cup. CareandCleaning This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.

• Unplug the unit before cleaning and let it cool completely.

• Never immerse the unit in water or other liquid.

• Wash the cooking bowl, lid, serving scoop and rice measure in warm, soapy water or in the dishwasher. Do not use abrasive cleaners or metal scouring pads – they may scratch the nonstick surface or could result in poor contact with the heating plate. HelpfulTip: Since the rice cooking bowl has a nonstick coating, try this method: add warm, soapy water and allow the bowl to stand for several minutes. This releases any food particles and with just a wipe of a sponge or plastic scrubber the bowl is perfectly clean.

• Wipe the interior of the unit with a dry cloth. Clean the outside surface with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.

• If water accidentally gets into the switch area or onto the heating plate, allow to dry thoroughly before using the rice cooker.10

PROBLÈME CAUSEPOSSIBLE SOLUTION

27NEEDHELP? 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-YearLimitedWarranty (AppliesonlyintheUnitedStatesandCanada) Whatdoesitcover?

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

• One year after the date of original purchase. Whatwillwedotohelpyou?

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

• 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. Whatdoesyourwarrantynotcover?

• 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.) Howdoesstatelawrelatetothiswarranty?

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