Microcomputer RK4010 - Rice cooker TEFAL - Free user manual and instructions

Type	Rice cooker
Brand	Tefal
Model	Microcomputer RK4010
Capacity	10 cups (1.8 L) uncooked rice, serves up to 17 people
Functions	Rice, Quick Cooking, Soup, Steam, Congee
Control	Microcomputer with digital display and touch keys
Delay timer	Programmable up to 15 hours
Keep warm	Automatic for up to 24 hours
Bowl	Removable non-stick bowl
Accessories included	Measuring cup, steam basket, two spoons, spoon support, condensation collector
Safety features	Automatic shut-off, micro pressure valve, steam vent warning
Cleaning	Bowl, steam basket, spoons dishwasher safe; condensation collector and micro pressure valve hand wash
Power	Approximately 750 W
Voltage	220-240 V
Weight	Approximately 3 kg
Dimensions	28 x 28 x 25 cm (estimated)
Materials	Plastic outer body, stainless steel lid, aluminum non-stick bowl
Spare parts availability	Spare parts available from Tefal service centers

Frequently Asked Questions - Microcomputer RK4010 TEFAL

How to cook white rice?

Rinse the rice thoroughly. Add rice and water to the bowl according to the cooking guide. Press the RICE/STEAM key. The cooker automatically determines cooking time and switches to keep warm when done.

What is the water-to-rice ratio?

For white rice, use 1 measuring cup of rice and 1 1/2 cups of water. Refer to the cooking guide inside the bowl for other quantities. The water level should match the cup mark after adding rice.

Can I delay the start of cooking?

Yes, use the PRESET key to set a delayed finish time up to 15 hours. Select the cooking mode after setting the desired finish time.

How to clean the micro pressure valve?

Remove it from the lid, open by rotating in the open direction. Wash with warm soapy water, dry, then reassemble by aligning the triangles and rotating to close until you hear a click.

What does the keep warm light mean?

The KEEP WARM indicator light (red) turns on automatically after cooking finishes. It keeps food warm for up to 24 hours. Press CANCEL to turn it off.

Can I cook soup?

Yes, press the SOUP/TIMER key. You can set cooking time from 40 to 95 minutes in 5-minute increments. The default is 70 minutes.

How to steam vegetables?

Fill the bowl with water up to the maximum cup mark. Place the steam basket in the bowl, add ingredients, then press the RICE/STEAM key. Cooking starts automatically.

Why does rice stick to the bottom?

This can happen when cooking small quantities (e.g., 1 cup). It is normal. Use the quick cooking mode or add a little more water. Always stir rice after cooking.

How to remove the condensation collector?

Press on each side of the plastic cover and pull it off. Clean it after each use. Reattach by pushing firmly into the groove until secure.

Is the bowl dishwasher safe?

Yes, the bowl, steam basket, and spoons can be washed on the bottom shelf of the dishwasher. To preserve the non-stick coating, wipe with vegetable oil after several washes.

USER MANUAL Microcomputer RK4010 TEFAL

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Description

1. Steam basket
2. Graduation for water and rice
3. Removable non-stick bowl
4. Measuring cup
5. Spoon support
6. Spoons
7. Power cord
8. Lid opening button
9. Lid Handle
10. Micro pressure valve
11. Lid
12. Condensation collector
13. Control box

a. Display of finishing time and the condition of keep warm.

b. Keep warm indicator light (red)
c. Soup cooking indicator light (red)
d. Quick cooking indicator light (red)
e. "PRESET" key
f. Rice/Steam cooking indicator light (red)
g. Congee cooking indicate light (red)
h. "RICE/STEAM" key
i. "CONGEE" key
j. "KEEP WARM/CANCEL" key
k. "SOUP/TIMER" key
I. "QUICK" key

1. Hotplate

2. Sensor

Before the first use

Unpack the appliance

• Remove the appliance from the packaging and unpack all the accessories and printed documents.
• Open the lid by pressing the opening button located on the handle – Fig. 1.
• Install the spoon support: insert the plastic hook of the support in the hole located under product ring, and slide it downwards – Fig. 2. Make sure the micro pressure valve is correctly in position - Fig. 3.

Read the instructions and carefully follow the operating method.

Clean the appliance

• Remove the non-stick bowl.
• Clean the bowl and the micro pressure valve with a sponge and washing-up liquid.
  Wipe the outside of the appliance and the metal parts of the lid with a damp cloth.
• Dry off carefully.

Using your rice cooker

For all 5 functions

• Carefully wipe the outside of the bowl (especially the bottom). Make sure that there are no foreign residues or liquid underneath the bowl and on the hotplate – Fig. 4.
• Place the bowl into the appliance – Fig. 5, making sure that it is correctly positioned.
• Slightly rotate the bowl in both directions, so as to ensure good contact between the bottom of the bowl and the hotplate.
• Check that the condensation collector is correctly in position, if not, please install it by pushing firmly into the groove – Fig. 6.
• Close and lock the lid.
• Plug in the appliance.
• Do not switch on the appliance until all of the above stages have been completed.

Never place your hand on the steam vent during cooking, as there is a danger of burns.

If you wish to change the selected cooking menu of an error, press "CANCEL" key and choose the menu you want.

Rice Cooking

Measuring the ingredients - Max capacity of the bowl

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• The graduated markings on the inside of the bowl are given in litres and cups, these are used for measuring the amount of water when cooking rice – Fig. 7.
• The plastic cup provided with your appliance is for measuring rice and the table states the quantity of rice required for the number of servings. 1 level measuring cup of rice weighs about 150 g.
• The table below gives a guide to cooking different kinds of rice. For best results, we recommend using ordinary rice rather than ‘easy cook’ type rice which tends to give a stickier rice and may adhere to the base. With other types of rice, such as brown or wild rice, the quantities of water need adjustment see the table below.
• To cook 1 cup of white rice (serves 2 small or 1 large portion), use 1 measuring cup of white rice and then add 1 1/2 measuring cup of water. With some types of rice it is normal for a little rice to stick on the base when cooking 1 cup of rice. To cook other quantity of white rice, refer to cooking guide below.

• The maximum quantity of water + rice should not exceed the 5,5 or 10 cup mark inside the bowl – Fig. 7. Depending of the type of rice, quantities of water may need adjustment. See the tabel below.

• Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking.

COOKING GUIDE FOR WHITE RICE -10 CUPS
Measuring cups of white rice	Weight of white rice	Water level in the bowl (+ the rice)	Serves	Approximative cooking time*
				Rice cooking	Quick cooking
2	300 g	2 cup mark	3per.-4per.	39 min	35 min
4	600 g	4 cup mark	5per.-6per.	39 min	35 min
6	900 g	6 cup mark	8per.-10per.	42 min	37 min
8	1200 g	8 cup mark	11per.-14per.	46 min	42 min
10	1500 g	10 cup mark	13per.-17per.	52 min	48 min

COOKING GUIDE FOR WHITE RICE - 5,5 CUPS

Measuring cups of white rice	Weight of white rice	Water level in the bowl (+ the rice)	Serves	Approximative cooking time*
				Rice cooking	Quick cooking
2	300 g	2 cup mark	3per.-4per.	39 min	35 min
4	600 g	4 cup mark	5per.-6per.	39 min	35 min
5,5	900 g	5,5 cup mark	8per.-10per.	42 min	37 min

• Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking except for risotto rice.

COOKING GUIDE FOR OTHER TYPES OF RICE

Type of rice	Measuring cup of rice	Weight of white rice	Water level in the bowl (+ the rice)	Serves	Approximative cooking time*
					Rice cooking		Quick cooking
					5,5 cups 1	0 cups 5,5	cups 10 cups
Round white rice (Italian rice - often a stickier rice)	4	600 g	4 cup mark	5per.-6per.	40 min	41 min	36 min	37 min
Wholegrain Brown rice	4	600 g	4,5 cup mark	5per.-6per.	47 min	40 min	43 min	36 min
Wild rice	4	400 g	3,5 cup mark	4per.-5per.	42 min	39 min	38 min	35 min
Risotto rice (Arborio type)	4	600 g	4 cup mark	4per.-5per.	38 min	41 min	34 min	37 min
Glutinous rice	4	620 g	4 cup mark	5per.-6per.	41 min	36 min	37 min	32 min
Brown rice	4	570 g	4,5 cup mark	5per.-6per.	45 min	42 min	41 min	38 min
Japanese rice	4	580 g	4 cup mark	5per.-6per.	41 min	34 min	37 min	30 min
Fragrant rice	4	640 g	4 cup mark	5per.-6per.	41 min	36 min	37 min	32 min

*The rice cooker will automatically determine the exact cooking time depending on the quantity of water and rice placed in the bowl.

Note: When using risotto rice for milk rice pudding or dessert puddings follow the proportions in the recipe book as more water is needed.

When cooking milk rice pudding, use Arborio risotto rice instead of pudding rice, as it cooks quicker and gives better results. Follow the instructions in the recipes. Do not cook the rice directly in milk as it will froth up and boil up through the lid.

Cooking with delayed start

• It is possible to delay the time for starting cooking. Take the rice cooking mode as the example.
• Place the ingredients in the bowl and plugged in the appliance, briefly press the "PRESET" key—Fig. 8, press again to select the finished cooking time you want. Then press the "RICE/STEAM" key – Fig. 9. The red "RICE/STEAM" indicate light flashes for 5 seconds. After 5 seconds the light remains steady and the cooking automatically starts.
• For instance: it is 8 a.m, I would like my rice is ready at 6 p.m which means I want my rice is ready after 10 hours, I have to press "PRESET" key until "10" shows on the display, then press the "RICE/STEAM" key and wait the "RICE/STEAM" indicate light remains steady.
• When cook finished, it will turn to keep warm automatically, the "KEEP WARM" indicate light is on, display shows "b"—Fig. 11.
• You can delay cooking for 2 hours minimum and 15 hours maximum.

Cooking with delayed start is for all cooking modes.

Rice and Quick cooking

The rice cooker itself determines the exact cooking time depending on the quantity of water and ingredients placed in the bowl (see cooking table above for a guide to times).

When the volume of water has been absorbed by the rice, the appliance stops the cooking process automatically and passes into the "KEEP WARM" mode (the red "KEEP WARM" indicate light comes on).

The cooking times given in the tables are only approximate and for your guidance.

• Place the appliance on a flat, stable, heat-resistant work surface away from water splashes and any other sources of heat.
• Pour the required quantity of rice into the bowl using the measuring cup provided. Then fill with cold water up to the corresponding “CUP” mark printed in the bowl (See cooking guide above) – Fig. 7.
• Close the lid.

Note: Always add the rice first otherwise you will have too much water.

• Check that the appliance is plugged in. Briefly press on the “RICE/STEAM” key – Fig. 9. The red “RICE/STEAM” indicate light flashes for 5 seconds. After 5 seconds the light remains steady and the cooking automatically starts.
• For the rice cooking: it will stew rice for 14 minutes when the water evaporated out and system begin to count down 14 minutes.
• For the quick cooking: Briefly press on the "QUICK" key—Fig. 10. The red "quick "QUICK" indicate light flashes for 5 seconds. After 5 seconds the light remains steady and the cooking automatically starts. It will stew rice for 10 minutes when the water evaporated out and system begin to count down 10 minutes.
• When stewing finished, it will turn to keep warm automatically, the "KEEP WARM" indicate light is on, display shows "b"—Fig. 11.
  • After each use empty and clean the condensation collector.

Some recommendations for best results when cooking rice

• Measure out the rice and rinse it thoroughly under running water in a sieve for a long time (except for risotto rice which should not be rinsed). Then place the rice in the bowl together with the corresponding quantity of water.
• Make sure that the rice is well distributed around the whole surface of the bowl, in order to allow even cooking.

• Add salt to your personal taste if required.

• Water may be substituted to stock. If using stock, there is the risks of rice browning a bit in the bottom.

• Do not open the lid during cooking as steam will escape and this will affect the cooking time and the taste.
• On completion of cooking, when the “KEEP WARM” indicate light is on, stir the rice and then leave it in the rice cooker for a few minutes longer in order to get perfect rice with separate grains.

Soup Cooking

To cook soup

If you wish to change the selected cooking time for soup in the event of an error, press "CANCEL" key. Select soup cooking mode again and then the cooking time. The red "SOUP" indicate light flashes for 5 seconds. After 5 seconds the light remains steady and the cooking automatically starts.

• Place the ingredients in the bowl and plugged in the appliance, press the "SOUP/TIMER" key – Fig. 12. When the red "SOUP" indicate light flashes, you can press the "SOUP/TIMER" key – Fig. 12 to select a cooking time. If you don't select a cooking time after 5 seconds, the light stops and remains steady; the cooking time of the appliance is automatically programmed to 70 minutes and the appliance begins cooking.
• Select the cooking time: the appliance allows you to program between 40 minutes minimum and 95 minutes maximum for the soup cooking mode. Choose the time you like while the red “SOUP” indicate light is flashing. Press repeatedly on the timer key to increase the cooking time. The time increases in 5 minutes increments from 40 minutes up to 95 minutes maximum.
• When the red "SOUP" light remains steady, the cooking process begins
• When cook finished, the "KEEP WARM" indicate light is on, display shows "b" – Fig. 11.

Steam cooking (for vegetables, fish, etc.)

Measuring the ingredients

• The maximum quantity of water in the bowl should not exceed the maximum CUP mark shown in “CUP” on the bowl – Fig. 7. Exceeding this level may cause overflows during use.
• The water should be lower than the steam basket.

Preparation

• Pour water into the bowl, never exceed the maximum CUP mark.
• Place the steam basket in the bowl – Fig. 13.
• Add the ingredients in the steam basket.

To steam cook

• Place the ingredients in the steam basket and plugged in the appliance, press the "RICE/STEAM" key – Fig. 9. The "RICE/STEAM" indicate light flashed after 5 seconds, the light remains steady, and the cooking automatically starts.
• When cook finished, it will turn to keep warm automatically, the "KEEP WARM" indicate light is on, display shows "b"-Fig. 11.
• You can adjust the cooking time as you want, just press the "CANCEL" key to stop cooking.

Congeecooking

To cook congee

• Place the ingredients in the bowl and plugged in the appliance, press the "CONGEE" key – Fig. 14. The red "CONGEE" indicate light flashes. After 5 seconds, the light stops flashing and remains steady; the appliance begins cooking.
• When cook finished, the "KEEP WARM" indicate light is on, display shows "b"-Fig. 11.
• You can adjust the cooking time as you want, just press the "CANCEL" key to stop cooking.
• You can adjust the water according to your taste. Generally, it needs about 8 cups of water for a cup of rice.

Automatic keep warm function

On completion of cooking, irrespective of the cooking mode chosen, the appliance passes automatically to the "KEEP WARM" function. The red "KEEP WARM" indicate light comes on and display show "b". The food is thus kept warm and ready to serve. The fuction will last 24 hours. Be careful that keep warm long time would affect the quality of rice. To switch off this function, press "CANCEL".

On completion of cooking

• Open the lid.
• Serve the food using the plastic spoon supplied with the appliance and reclose the lid.
• The food remaining in the bowl will keep warm for any second servings.
• Don't forget to press "CANCEL" key after keep warm.

The escaping steam is very hot.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Condensation collector

• The condensation collector should be emptied and cleaned after each use.
• To remove the collector, press on each side of the plastic cover and remove – Fig. 15.
• To put the plastic cover back, push firmly into the groove.

Bowl, steam basket, condensation collector, micro pressure valve and the steam basket

• When clean the micro-pressure valve, please remove it from the lid – Fig. 16 and open it by rotating in the direction of “open”–Fig. 16.
  After cleaning it, please wipe dry it and meet the two triangle in the two parts together – Fig. 16, and rotate it in the direction of “close” until you heard “ka”, then put it back to the lid of the rice cooker.
• Use hot water, washing up liquid and a sponge to clean the bowl – Fig. 17, the condensation collector – Fig. 18, the micro computer valve – Fig. 19, the spoons and the cup. Scouring powders and metal sponges are not recommended.
• If food has stuck to the bottom, allow the bowl to soak for a while before washing it.
• Dry the bowl carefully.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water, nor pour water into it, only into the bowl.

Any brown marks and scratches that may appear after many hours use are not a problem. We guarantee that the non stick coating

COMPLIES WITH THE RULES on materials suitable for contact with food.

You can also wash the bowl, the steam basket and the spoons in the bottom shelf of the dishwasher. For the bowl, carefully follow the instructions below:

• When putting the bowl into the machine, be careful not to damage the non-stick coating on the dish washer racks.
• After being washed several times in the dish washer, to renew the surface, it is recommended to wipe the whole of the inner surface of the bowl with a little vegetable oil on some paper towel.
• Make sure you put the bowl back into the Rice Cooker.

Taking care of the non-stick bowl

• To keep the non stick quality of the bowl for as long as possible, it is recommended not to cut food in it.
• Use plastic or wooden utensils and not metal ones when stirring or serving food to avoid damaging the bowl surface.
• To avoid any risk of corrosion, do not pour vinegar into the bowl.
• The colour of the bowl surface may change after using for the first time or after longer use. This change in colour is due to the action of steam and water and does not have any effect on the use of the Rice Cooker, nor is it dangerous for your health. It is perfectly safe to continue using it.

\_ Cleaning and care of the other parts of the appliance

• Clean the outside of the Rice Cooker, the inside of the lid – Fig. 20 and the cord with a damp cloth and wipe dry. Do not use abrasive products.
• Do not use water to clean the interior of the appliance body as it could damage the heat sensor.

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