Black & Decker RC1412S User Manual
12-CUP MULTI-USE RICE COOKER
ARROCERA MULTIUSO
DE 12 TAZAS
CUISEUR À RIZ
POLYVALENT DE 12 TASSES
Customer Care Line:
USA 1-800-231-9786
Accessories/Parts (USA)
1-800-738-0245
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Servicio para el cliente:
México 01-800 714-2503
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Accessoires/Pièces (Canada)
1-800-738-0245
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MODEL/MODELO/MODÈLE
❍ RC1412S
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, 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.
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 cord (or detachable power cord) is to be provided to reduce
the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer
cord.
b) Longer detachable power cords or extension cords are available and may
be used if care is exercised in their use.
c) If a long detachable power cord or extension cord is used,
1) The marked electrical rating of the detachable power 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 release button
2. Serving scoop holder (not shown)
3. Steam vent
4. Cool-touch carry handle
† 5. Condensation catcher (Part# RC1412S-01)
6. Power cord
7. Lid
8. Warm indicator light
9. Cook indicator light
10. ON Switch
† 11. Serving scoop (Part# RC1412S-02)
† 12. Rice measuring cup (Part# RC1412S-04)
† 13. Cooking bowl with water-level markings (Part# RC1412S-03)
† 14. Steamer basket (Part# RC1412S-05) )
Note: † indicates consumer replaceable/removable parts
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How to Use
This product is for household use only.
GETTING STARTED
• Remove all packing material and any stickers; peel off any protective film, if
included on the appliance.
• Remove and save literature.
• Please go to www.prodprotect.com/applica to register your warranty.
• Wash all removable parts as instructed in CARE AND CLEANING.
Note: To open the lid, grasp the handle, press the lid release button on the the handle
and lift up.
• Wipe outside of appliance with a damp cloth; dry thoroughly.
• Place unit on a flat, stable surface.
Note: As the rice expands and cooks, steam will come out of the steam vent.
Important: Do not place the rice cooker directly underneath your cabinets or too
close to a wall.
• Remove tie from cord and unwind.
TO COOK RICE
1. Measure desired amount of rice using the rice measuring
cup provided (A). Add butter, oil and/or seasonings as
8oz
6oz
4oz
2oz
8 oz. Cup
Provided Cup
5oz
4oz
3oz
2oz
1oz
A
guide for adding the appropriate amount of water.
Note: For example, for 4 measures of uncooked white rice, use the OTHER RICE
water-level markings inside the cooking bowl and fill with water up to line 4. Use the
BROWN RICE water-level markings when cooking brown rice and OTHER RICE
water-level markings for all other varieties.
Important: 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 and length of time
it is cooked. For softer, fluffier rice, add a little more water. For firmer, crunchier rice,
add a little less water. See RICE COOKING CHART. You may need to experiment to suit
your taste.
3. Before placing the cooking bowl into the rice cooker, make sure the heating plate
and outside surface of the cooking bowl are clean and dry.
Important: Do not let loose rice or particles fall into the rice cooker.
4. Insert cooking bowl into the rice cooker. You might have to turn it slightly to the left
and right to ensure proper contact with the heating plate.
5. Close the lid. Press down until you hear a click.
Note: Always keep the lid closed on the rice cooker while cooking.
6. Plug into a standard electrical outlet. The WARM indicator light comes on.
7. Press down the ON switch. The COOK indicator light comes on and cooking begins.
Note: As the rice expands and cooks, steam comes out through the steam vent
on the lid.
Important: Do not place the rice cooker directly underneath your cabinets or too
desired.
Note: The rice measuring cup provided is based on 5 oz
(150 g). Your rice cooker can handle a maximum of 6 dry rice
measuring cups—yielding approximately 12 cups of cooked
rice.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in
removable nonstick cooking bowl provided.
2. Use the water-level markings inside the cooking bowl as a
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close to a wall.
Caution: Do not put your hand over the steam vent as you may get burned with the hot
steam.
8. Once rice is cooked, the COOK indicator light turns off.
Note: Do not try to prevent the rice cooker from switching to the keep warm cycle. Do not
press the ON switch again after it has begun the keep warm cycle.
9. The ON switch lever pops up and the rice cooker automatically switches to the keep
warm cycle.
10. The WARM indicator light comes on and stays on, therefore maintaining the serving
temperature.
11. After the switch pops up, leave the lid closed for at least 15 minutes to further steam
the rice.
Note: If holding rice for longer than 30 minutes, stir occasionally to prevent browning of
rice on the bottom of cooking bowl.
12. Open the lid and stir the rice before serving.
Note: The condensation catcher will capture the drippings from the lid to keep water off
the countertop.
Caution: When removing the lid, lift away from your body as you may get burned with
the hot steam.
13. Unplug the appliance when not in use.
Important: The appliance has no on / off button. It will stay in the keep warm cycle and
the WARM indicator light will stay on until the appliance is unplugged.
HELPFUL HINTS
• 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 kept 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.
TO USE STEAMER BASKET
Refer to VEGETABLE AND FISH COOKING CHART for suggestions on cooking time and
seasonings.
1. Pour about 1½ cups of 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 steamer basket on top of cooking bowl.
Note: Before placing cooking bowl into rice cooker, be sure the heating plate and outside
surface of the cooking bowl are clean and dry. Make sure no food falls into the rice
cooker.
4. Close the lid. Press down until you hear a click.
Note: Always keep the lid closed on the rice cooker while cooking.
Important: As food cooks, steam will escape through the steam vent. Make sure steam
vent faces away from cabinets and walls.
Caution: Do not place hand over steam vent while rice is cooking; the hot steam may
burn.
5. Plug cord into standard electrical outlet. The WARM indicator light comes on.
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6. Press down the ON switch. The COOK indicator light comes on and cooking begins.
Note: 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. Begin checking vegetables or food after about 8 minutes.
Note: Cooking time will vary depending upon type and amount of food to be cooked.
8. When cooking is completed remove food and serve.
9. Unplug the appliance when not in use.
Important: The appliance has no on / off button. Make sure you unplug the appliance
when not in use.
TO PREPARE PACKAGED FOODS
Packaged foods, such as, condensed and ready to serve soups, beans, pasta products
and stews may be heated in the rice cooker following these directions:
1. Place food to be heated into cooking bowl.
Caution: Do not fill the cooking bowl higher than the MAX line on the cooking bowl.
2. Before placing cooking bowl into rice cooker, make sure the outside surface of the
cooking bowl and heating plate are clean and dry.
Note: Do not allow any food to fall into the rice cooker.
3. Insert cooking bowl into rice cooker.
4. Close the lid. Press down until you hear a click.
Note: Always keep the lid closed on the rice cooker while cooking.
5. Uncoil cord and plug into standard electrical outlet. The WARM indicator light
comes on.
6. Press down the ON switch. The COOK indicator light comes on and cooking begins.
Important: As the food heats steam may come out through the steam vent. Make
sure steam vent faces away from cabinets and walls.
Caution: Do not place hand over steam vent while food is cooking; the hot steam may
burn.
7. For even heating stir food occasionally during cooking.
8. Close lid when stirring is completed. Press down until you hear a click.
9. Bring food to a boil.
Note: 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.
10. When cooking is completed, unplug appliance and serve immediately.
Important: The appliance has no on/off button. Make sure you unplug the appliance
when not in use.
HOW TO PREPARE SOUPS AND STEWS
1. Select recipes that will cook in 1 hour or less. Use only boneless meats and poultry
that are cut into cubes no larger than 1½ inches. It is not necessary to brown the
meats before cooking. As the soup or stew begins to cook, steam will come out of
the vent in the lid.
Important: Do not place the appliance directly under your cabinets.
Note: When cooking rice or pasta in a soup, allow for additional liquid in the recipe.
Important: To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in removable nonstick
cooking bowl provided.
2. Combine meats, vegetables and liquids in the cooking bowl. Stir with a wooden or
plastic spoon until ingredients are blended well.
Note: Since most frozen vegetables cook very quickly, it is best to add them at the
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end of the cooking time. Stir them into the soup or stew and allow the mixture to cook an
additional 5 to 10 minutes.
Important: Do not fill cooking bowl higher than the MAX line on the cooking bowl.
3. Before placing the cooking bowl into the rice cooker, make sure the outside surface of
the cooking bowl and heating plate are clean and dry.
Important: Do not let loose particles fall into the rice cooker.
4. Insert cooking bowl into the appliance. You might have to turn it slightly to the left or
right to ensure proper contact with the heating plate.
5. Close the lid. Press down until you hear a click.
Note: Always keep the lid closed while cooking.
6. Plug into a standard electrical outlet. The WARM indicator indicator light comes on.
7. Press down the ON switch. The COOK indicator light comes on and cooking begins.
Note: As the soup or stew cooks, steam may come out through the steam vent.
Important: Do not place the appliance directly under your cabinets.
Caution: Do not put your hand over the steam vent as you may get burned with the hot
steam.
8. Set your kitchen timer for desired cooking time.
Note: The ON switch on the rice cooker is not intended to be an indicator of cooking time
for soups or stews. Always use a kitchen timer.
9. For best results, stir several times during the cooking process.
Caution: When opening the lid, lift away from your body as you may get burned with the
hot steam.
10. Close lid when stirring is done. Press down until you hear a click.
11. If desired, check seasoning level during cooking and add additional seasoning to
taste.
12. When cooking is complete, unplug the unit.
Caution: Do not keep cooked soups or stews in the WARM cycle. Always unplug the unit
after cooking is complete.
Important: The appliance has no on /off button. Make sure you unplug the appliance
when not in use.
FOR BEST RESULTS
1. Choose recipes that will cook in 1 hour or less.
2. Always use a kitchen timer. Do not rely on the ON switch since it is not intended to be
an indicator of cooking time for soups and stews.
3. Use only boneless meats and poultry that are cut into cubes no larger than 1½ inches.
It is not necessary to brown the meats before cooking.
4. When cooking rice or pasta in the soup, allow for additional liquid in the recipe.
5. Since most frozen vegetables cook very quickly, it is best to add them at the end of
the cooking time. Stir them into the soup or stew and allow the mixture to cook an
additional 5 to 10 minutes.
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RICE COOKING CHART
If desired add butter, oil and seasonings after water has been added and before cooking
begins. Allow rice to rest 15 minutes on warm before serving.
RICE COOKING CHART
For white long grain, converted, jasmine, basmati, texmati and medium grain rice.
Measure desired amount of rice using the rice measuring cup provided.
AMOUNT OF RICE AMOUNT OF
WATER
2 rice measures to the 2 cup mark 15 - 17 minutes 4 – 4½ cups
3 rice measures to the 3 cup mark 17 – 19 minutes 5½ - 6½ cups
4 rice measures to the 4 cup mark 22 – 24 minutes 7½ - 8½ cups
5 rice measures to the 5 cup mark 26 – 28 minutes 10 - 11 cups
6 rice measures up to the
MAX (1.0L) mark
YELLOW RICE
Measure desired amount of rice using the rice measuring cup provided.
2 rice measures to the 2 cup mark 16 - 18 minutes 4 – 4½ cups
3 rice measures to the 3 cup mark 21 – 23 minutes 6 - 7 cups
4 rice measures to the 4 cup mark 24 – 26 minutes 8 - 9 cups
5 rice measures to the 5 cup mark 26 – 28 minutes 10 - 11 cups
6 rice measures up to the
MAX (1.0L) mark
FOR BROWN RICE
Measure desired amount of rice using the rice measuring cup provided.
1 rice measure to the 1 cup mark 59 to 60 minutes 1¾ to 2¼ cups
2 rice measures to the 2 cup mark 46 to 48 minutes 4 to 4½ cups
3 rice measures to the 3 cup mark 61 to 63 minutes 5¾ to 6¼ cups
FOR WILD RICE
Measure desired amount of rice using the rice measuring
cup provided.
1 rice measure 4 cups (32 oz.) 72 - 75 minutes 2 - 3 cups
FOR PACKAGED
WHITE AND WILD RICE COMBINATION
1pkg. (5 oz.) 12/3 cups water 45 to 47 minutes 2 to 2¼ cups
APPROXIMATE
COOKING TIME
37 – 39 minutes 13 - 14 cups
32 - 34 minutes 12 - 13cups
AMOUNT OF
COOKED RICE
IN 8 OZ CUPS
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Care and Cleaning
This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service
personnel.
CLEANING
1. Always unplug the rice cooker before cleaning.
2. Wait until it has cooled thoroughly.
3. Never immerse the rice cooker in water or other liquid.
4. Clean the rice cooker by wiping the outside surfaces with a damp soapy cloth and
dry thoroughly.
5. Wash the condensation catcher, steamer basket, serving scoop and rice measuring
cup in warm, soapy water or place in the top rack of the dishwasher.
6. Before washing the nonstick cooking bowl, add warm soapy water and allow the
bowl to stand for several minutes.
Note: This releases any food particles.
7. Wash the nonstick cooking bowl with a sponge or plastic scrubber and dry
thoroughly.
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.
Important: Do not use abrasive cleaners or metal scouring pads—they may scratch
the nonstick surface of the cooking bowl or could result in poor contact with the
heating plate.
8. 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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NEED HELP?
For service, repair or any questions regarding your appliance, call the appropriate 800
number in this document. 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.
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Towson, Maryland, USA
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