Black & Decker RC3406 Installation instructions

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6-CUP RICE COOKER
AND STEAMER
ARROCERA Y OLLA DE VAPOR
DE 6 TAZAS
MODEL/MODELO
❍ RC3406
Customer Care Line:
USA 1-800-231-9786
Accessories/Parts (USA)
1-800-738-0245
For online customer service
and to register your product, go to
www.prodprotect.com/applica
Servicio para el cliente:
México 01-800 714-2503
Accesorios/Partes (EE.UU)
1-800-738-0245

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Please Read and Save this Use and Care Book
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, plugs or
appliance 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 any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return
appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination,
repair or adjustment. Or, call the appropriate toll-free number on the
cover of this manual.
❍ The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the 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
oil or other hot liquids.
❍ Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet.
To disconnect 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.
❍ This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
❍ Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
❍ The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external
timer or separate remote-control system.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This product is for household use only.

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POLARIZED PLUG (120V Models Only)
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.
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.
ELECTRICAL CORD
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: If the power supply cord is damaged, it should be replaced by qualified
personnel or in Latin America by an authorized service center.
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Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.
1. Lid handle
† 2. Tempered glass lid with steam vent (Part # RC3406-01)
† 3. Steamer basket divider (Part# RC3406-06)
† 4. Steamer basket (Part# RC3406-05)
† 5. Cooking bowl with water level marks (inside) (Part# RC3406-02)
6. Cool-touch side handles
7. KEEP WARM indicator light
8. COOK indicator light
9. “On” switch
† 10. Rice measure (Part # RC3406-03)
† 11. Serving scoop (Part # RC3406-04)
Note: † indicates consumer replaceable/removable parts

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How to Use
This appliance is for household use only.
GETTING STARTED
• Remove all packing material and stickers from the product.
• Please go to www.prodprotect.com/applica to register your warranty.
• Remove and save literature.
• Wash and dry all removable parts as instructed in CARE AND CLEANING section
of this manual.
• Place appliance on a flat, stable surface.
COOKING RICE
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
rice and yield a maximum of about 6 cups of cooked rice.
2. Place rice in the cooking bowl.
Important: Use only the cooking bowl provided with this appliance to cook rice.
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.
Important: Follow the instructions on the rice packaging.
4. Add butter, oil and desired seasonings.
Note: For softer, fluffy rice add a little more water; for rice that has a firmer texture
add a little less water.
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.
Important: As rice cooks, steam will escape through vent in lid. Place glass lid on
rice cooker so steam vent is facing away from cabinets and walls. Do not place hand
over steam vent while rice is cooking; the hot steam may burn.
8. Uncoil cord and plug into standard electrical outlet. The KEEP WARM indicator
light comes on.
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: Do not try to stop the rice cooker from switching to the KEEP WARM mode. Do
not try to press the ON switch once the Warm cycle has begun.
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 cooking 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: When removing the lid, always lift it away from the body to prevent getting
burned from the hot steam.
STEAMER BASKET
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Refer to cooking chart on page 7 for suggestions on cooking time and seasonings.
1. Pour about ¾ cup cold tap water into cooking bowl using standard liquid measuring
cup. Add seasoning, if desired.
2. Place vegetables or other food in the steamer 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.
Important: As food cooks, steam will escape through vent in lid. Place lid on rice
cooker so vent is facing away from cabinets and walls. Do not place hand over steam
vent while food is cooking; the hot steam may burn.
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 not
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.
HEATING PACKAGED FOODS
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.
Important: Do not fill the cooking bowl higher than the maximum 3.5 cups marking on
the cooking bowl.
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: For best results always keep glass lid on while cooking.
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: Do not place hand over steam vent while rice is cooking; the hot steam
may burn.
7. For even heating, stir mixture occasionally during cooking. Replace lid when stirring
is completed.
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.
HELPFUL HINTS

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ENGLISH
VEGETABLE AND FISH COOKING CHART
All steamed using ¾ cup cold tap water or room temperature broth or stock.
VEGETABLE AMOUNT PREPARATION TIME SUGGESTIONS
Fresh asparagus 5 oz. / 2 cups 2 -inch pieces 13 to 15 Season with
minutes lemon slices, salt
and pepper
Fresh green beans 7 oz. / 2 cups 2-inch pieces 17 to 19 Season with dill,
minutes salt and garlic
pepper
Fresh beets 7 oz. / 2 cups Peeled and 22 to 24 Add orange peel,
sliced minutes salt and pepper
Fresh broccoli 5 oz. / 2 cups Broken into 15 to 17 Add fresh thyme
florets minutes or marjoram
leaves
Fresh carrots 9 oz. / 2 cups Peeled and sliced 19 to 21 Season with fresh
minutes dill and parsley
Fresh cauliflower 9 oz. / 2 cups Cut into florets 21 to 23 Serve garnished
minutes with buttered
bread crumbs
Fresh celery 8 oz. / 2 cups Cut into 1/2 inch 17 to 19 Season with
slices minutes chives or parsley
Sugar snap 8 oz. / 2 cups 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
minutes chopped garlic
and cilantro
Potatoes 8 oz. / 2 cups Cut in wedges 21 to 23 Season with
minutes chopped
rosemary, salt
and garlic pepper
Yellow squash 8 oz. / 2 cups Sliced 17 to 19 Serve with diced
and Zucchini minutes tomatoes and
shredded
Parmesan cheese
FISH
Add lemon slices to ¾ cup water in cooking bowl
Salmon 6oz. Fillet 24 to 26 Season with fresh
minutes dill and chives
Shrimp 6 oz. Peeled and 14 to 16 Serve with tartar
deveined minutes or cocktail sauce

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• 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 ¾ 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.
Care and Cleaning
This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service
personnel.
CLEANING
• 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.
Helpful Tip: 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.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Some kernels of rice The rice was not allowed Once COOK indicator light
do not seem fully cooked. to finish cooking. switches to the KEEP
WARM indicator light,
allow rice
to rest for 15 minutes
before serving.
Rice cooking bowl not Starch builds up on Fill bowl with hot soapy
as clean as I would like. sides and bottom of bowl. water 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
enough water. that 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
enough rice. markings on the rice bowl.
Do not use a liquid
measuring cup.
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NEED HELP?
For service, repair or any questions regarding your appliance, call the
appropriate 800 number on cover of this book. Please DO NOT return the
product to the place of purchase. Also, please DO NOT mail product back to
manufacturer, nor bring it to a service center. You may also want to consult the
website listed on the cover of this manual.
Two-Year Limited Warranty
(Applies 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 product.
For how long?
• Two years from the date of original purchase with proof of such 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 date of sale.
• Visit the online service website at www.prodprotect.com/applica, or call
toll-free 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. You may also have other rights
that vary from state to state or province to province.