Black & Decker RCS614 Use And Care Manual

14 CUP RICE COOKER WITH SAUTÉ
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RCS614

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WELCOME!

Congratulations on your purchase of the Black+Decker™ Rice Cooker with Sauté.
We have developed this use and care guide to ensure optimal performance and
your satisfaction. Save this use and care book and register your appliance online
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CONTENTS

Important Safeguards ............................................... 4

Getting to Know Your Rice Cooker with Sauté ........................... 6

Getting Started .................................................... 7

Important Information About Your Rice Cooker with Sauté................. 7

Operating Your Rice Cooker with Sauté ................................ 7

Cleaning and Care ..................................................10

Helpful Hints and Tips...............................................11

Chart for Rice Cooking ..............................................12

Chart for Steamed Vegetables ........................................13

Chart for Steamed Fish ..............................................14

Troubleshooting....................................................15

Recipes...........................................................16

Warranty ........................................................ 20

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be fol­lowed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury, 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.

• Do not operate appliance with a
damaged cord or plug, or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been
damaged in any manner. Contact
Consumer Support at the toll-free
number listed in the warranty section.

• 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 oil
or other hot liquids.

• To disconnect, press the control switch
upwards (the WARM indicator light will
illuminate) and then remove the plug
from the outlet.

• Do not use appliance for other than
intended use.

• 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.

• Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning. Allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts.

• The appliance is not intended to be
operated by means of an external timer
or separate remote control system.

• Do not use this appliance on an unstable
surface.

• Do not attempt to heat or cook non­food items in this appliance.

• Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.

Additional Safeguards:

• To prevent damage or shock hazard,
do not cook directly in cooking base.
Cook only in cooking bowl provided.

• This appliance generates heat and
escaping steam during use. Lift off glass
lid carefully to avoid scalding, and allow
water to drip into cooking bowl.

• Never use the cooking bowl on a gas or
electric cooktop or on an open flame.

• Do not cut foods directly in the
cooking bowl to avoid scratching.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This product is for household use only.

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. For service, repair or any questions
regarding your appliance, please call our Customer Service Line at 1-800-231-9786
(US and Canada).

ELECTRICAL CORD

1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

2. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be
used if care is exercised in their use.

3. If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
a) The marked electrical rating of the power cord or extension cord should be at least

as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.

b) 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 unintentionally.

Note: If the power cord is damaged, please contact the warranty department listed
in these instructions.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR RICE COOKER WITH SAUTÉ

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1. Lid handle

2. Tempered glass lid
(Part# RC514-01)

3. Cooking bowl
(Part# RC514-02)

4. Cool-touch side handles

5. Steaming basket (Part# RC514-03)

6. Rice measure (Part# RC514-04)

7. Serving spoon (Part# RC514-05)

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8. Cooking base

9. COOK indicator light

10. WARM indicator light

11. SAUTÉ indicator light

12. CONTROL switch

13. SAUTÉ button

14. Steam vent

15. Lid hanger

Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

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GETTING STARTED

This appliance is intended for household use only.

• Remove all packing material, any stickers, and the plastic band around the

power plug.

• Go to www.prodprotect.com/applica to register your product.

• Wash all removable parts as instructed in CARE AND CLEANING.

Place the clean, dry cooking pot in the cooking base.

• Select a location where this unit is to be used. Place the unit on a stable, heat

resistant surface, free from cloth, liquids and any other flammable materials.
Ensure that the unit has enough space all the way around and above it to
allow heat to flow without damage to cabinets or walls.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RICE COOKER

• It is not necessary to preheat the rice cooker before use.

• The cooking bowl gets hot. When in use, always use oven mitts or

potholders when touching any outer or inner surface of the appliance.

• During the first few minutes of use you may notice smoke and a slight

odor. This is caused by oil that may have been used during manufacturing
of the unit and will not impact the performance.

• Do not try to stop the rice cooker from switching to the warm mode.

• As rice cooks, steam will escape through vent in lid. Place glass lid on the

rice cooker so the 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.

• Use the plastic serving spoon (or a wooden spoon) to stir and remove

rice. Do not use metal utensils that can scratch the nonstick cooking bowl.

• Do not fill the cooking bowl higher than highest water marking measurement.

OPERATING YOUR RICE COOKER WITH SAUTÉ

SAUTÉING

1. Plug in the appliance. The warm indicator light will automatically

illuminate. The appliance will start heating on warm as soon as the cord is
plugged into the outlet. Place cooking bowl into the cooking base.

2. Press the sauté button and allow the rice cooker to preheat for

approximately 3–6 minutes. When the sauté button is pushed the warm
indicator will turn off and the sauté indicator light will illuminate.

3. Add the food and any needed oil into the bowl to sauté; stirring as

needed with a heat-resistant utensil such as a wooden spoon.
Do not use the provided serving spoon for stirring.

NOTE: Do not use metal utensils as they can scratch the nonstick finish.

4. When the sautéing is done, either continue cooking with the instructions

listed in the following sections or turn the appliance to warm by pressing

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the sauté button again. The sauté indicator light will turn off and the

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warm indicator light will illuminate.

5. Unplug the appliance when not in use and always allow the rice cooker

to completely cool before cleaning.

COOKING RICE

1. Measure desired amount of rice with the provided measuring cup and

add to the cooking bowl. The maximum amount of dry rice is 7 rice cup
measures.

NOTE: When measuring uncooked rice; do not use a standard 1 cup (8 fluid
oz.) measuring cup. A standard rice cup is ¾ cup (6 fluid oz.); the same size
as the provided rice measuring cup. One rice cup measure of dry rice will
yield 2 standard cups of cooked rice.

2. Rinse the rice with water to remove any excess starch and then drain.

3. For white rice, fill the cooking bowl with water

to the line that matches the number of rice cups
being cooked. (A) Add butter, oil, or seasonings
as desired. See the Chart for Rice Cooking in the
Helpful Hints section for additional details on
water and rice measures for brown rice.

4. Place the cooking bowl into the cooking base

and then place the lid on the bowl.

5. Plug in the appliance; the warm indicator light

will automatically illuminate. The appliance will start heating on warm as
soon as the cord is plugged into the outlet.

6. Push down the control switch. The cook indicator light will illuminate and

the cooking will begin.

7. When the rice is ready, the control switch will flip up and switch to the

warm setting.

8. For best results, allow the rice to rest on warm for 15 minutes with the lid

in place. This will help further steam the rice. Always stir the rice with the
serving spoon before serving.

NOTE: A thin crust may develop at the bottom of the bowl after standing.

9. Unplug the appliance when not in use and always allow the rice cooker

to completely cool before cleaning.

COOKING SOUPS, STEWS, AND MORE

1. Add ingredients into the cooking bowl.

2. Place cooking bowl into the cooking base, then place the lid on the bowl.

3. Plug in the appliance; the warm indicator light will automatically

illuminate. The appliance will start heating on warm as soon as the cord is
plugged into the outlet.

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4. Push down the control switch. The cook indicator light will illuminate

and the cooking will begin.

5. If desired, set kitchen timer for cooking time. Manually switch the

appliance to warm when the food is ready by pushing up the control
switch.

Note: The rice cooker will not switch to warm until all the liquids are boiled
away. For best results, monitor cooking progress closely and do not leave the
rice cooker unattended.

6. Unplug the appliance when not in use and always allow the rice cooker

to completely cool before cleaning.

STEAMING IN THE STEAMING BASKET

1. Add the cooking bowl to the cooking base and then add 1 ½ cups of

water into the cooking bowl; adding seasoning if desired.

2. Place the foods to be steamed inside of the steaming basket and set the

steaming basket inside of the cooking bowl. The water within the cooking
bowl should not be touching the basket. Cover with lid and always keep
lid on while steaming.

3. Plug in the appliance; the warm indicator light will automatically

illuminate. The appliance will start heating on warm as soon as the cord is
plugged into the outlet.

4. Push down the control switch. The cook indicator light will illuminate

and the cooking will begin.

5. Steaming times vary between vegetables and other food types. Begin

checking for doneness after the first 5 minutes. See Chart for Steamed
Vegetables for additional details.

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

6. Unplug the appliance when not in use and always allow the rice cooker

to completely cool before cleaning.

COOKING RICE AND STEAMING VEGETABLES AT THE SAME TIME

1. Add the cooking bowl to the cooking base. Then add no more than two

measures of dry rice and the amount of water listed in the Chart for
Rice Cooking.

2. Frozen or fresh vegetables can be used. Place the foods to be steamed

inside of the steaming basket and set the steaming basket inside of the
cooking bowl. Cover with lid.

3. Push down the control switch. The cook indicator light will illuminate

and the cooking will begin.

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4. Steaming times vary. Begin checking for doneness after the first 5

minutes. See Chart for Steamed Vegetables for additional details.

5. If the vegetables reach the desired doneness before the rice is done,

carefully lift the steaming basket out of the cooking base and cover
to keep warm. Immediately place the tempered glass lid back on the
cooking pot while the rice continues to cook.

6. When the rice is ready, the control switch will flip up and switch to the

warm setting.

7. For best results, allow the rice to rest on warm for 15 minutes with the lid

in place. This will help further steam the rice. Always stir the rice with the
serving spoon before serving.

NOTE: A thin crust may develop at the bottom of the bowl after standing.

8. Unplug the appliance when not in use and always allow the rice cooker

to completely cool before cleaning.

CLEANING AND CARE

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

CLEANING

Important: Never immerse cooking base in water or other liquids.

1. Always unplug the rice cooker and allow to cool completely before cleaning.

2. Wash cooking bowl and glass lid in warm, soapy water. If food sticks to

the cooking bowl, fill with warm, soapy water and allow it to soak before
cleaning with plastic scouring pad

Note: Both the cooking bowl and glass lid are dishwasher safe.

3. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

4. Wipe interior and exterior of the cooking base with a soft, slightly damp

cloth or sponge.

Important: Never use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads to clean the
cooking base, as they may damage the surfaces.

5. If water accidentally gets into the switch area or onto the heating plate,

allow the rice cooker to dry completely before using.

STORING

Make sure that the appliance is thoroughly cool and dry. Never wrap the cord
tightly around the appliance; keep it loosely coiled. Placing the lid on upside­down for storage can help save space.

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HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS

RICE TIPS

• If rice or other foods start to boil over, remove the lid and stir for a couple

minutes. Leaving the lid off for a short period of time will allow some of
the liquids to boil off and for the mixture to slightly cool. Place the lid
back on the rice cooker and repeat if needed.

• To reduce foaming, add a small amount of butter or oil to the water

before cooking.

• 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. About ¾ tsp. of kosher salt is recommended for each rice cup (5 fluid
oz.) of uncooked rice.

• White rice can be stored in an airtight container in a cool dark place for

up to one year.

• Brown rice can be stored in an airtight container in a cool dark place for

up to six months. Refrigeration or freezing extends its shelf life.

• Try using broth, stock or reconstituted bouillon in place of water for

additional flavor. If you do, no additional salt may be necessary.

• Do not keep small amounts of rice in the warm cycle for extended periods

of time because it can dry out the rice.

• During cooking, a thin crust may develop on the rice at the bottom of the bowl.

If you do not like rice with a crust, you can easily peel it off and discard it.

• Taste/firmness will vary depending on the quality/type of rice used and

length of time it is cooked. For softer, fluffier rice, add a little more water.
For firmer rice, use less water.

• For other types of grains not listed in the cooking chart, follow package

directions.

ADDITIONAL USES FOR YOUR RICE COOKER

Packaged foods: condensed and ready to serve soups, pastas, and stews

• Do not fill bowl above the highest water marking cup level on the

cooking bowl.

• For even heating, stir occasionally.

• Always use a kitchen timer. Do not rely on the control switch on the cooker

since it is not intended to be an indicator of cooking time for soups and stews.

• 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.

• When cooking rice or pasta in the soup, add additional liquid in the recipe.

• 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.

• Choose recipes that will cook in 1 hour or less.

• To make pasta, add 6–7 cups of water to the cooking bowl and bring it to a

boil on the cook setting. Add up to ½ lb. of pasta, stir and cover. Cook until
noodles have reached desired consistency and drain.

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Oatmeal or Hot Cereals

• Steel Cut Oats work best.

• Do not fill bowl more than half way with liquids, as the oatmeal will expand
during the cooking process.

• For even heating, stir occasionally.

• When the oatmeal is done, the rice cooker will switch to warm. Please note
that this is for well-done oatmeal. If you prefer a different consistency,
monitor the cooking process to manually switch to warm for desired results.

• Choose recipes that will cook in 1 hour or less.

CHART FOR RICE COOKING

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.

AMOUNT OF RICE AMOUNT OF

WATER

APPROX.
COOKING TIME

YIELD
(standard
8 oz. cups)

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

1 rice measure to 1 mark 19 to 24 minutes 1.8 cups

2 rice measures to 2 mark 21 to 26 minutes 3.5 cups

3 rice measures to 3 mark 23 to 28 minutes 5.3 cups

4 rice measures to 4 mark 25 to 30 minutes 7 cups

5 rice measures to 5 mark 27 to 32 minutes 8.8 cups

6 rice measures to 6 mark 29 to 34 minutes 10.5 cups

7 rice measures to 7 mark 31 to 36 minutes 12.3 cups

FOR BROWN RICE

1 rice measure 1 ½ cups 26 to 31 minutes 2.3 cups

2 rice measures 3 cups 28 to 33 minutes 4.5 cups

3 rice measures 4 ½ cups 30 to 35 minutes 6.8 cups

4 rice measures 6 cups 32 to 37 minutes 9 cups

5 rice measures 7 ½ cups 34 to 39 minutes 11.3 cups

For other types of grains not listed in the cooking chart, follow package directions.

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CHART FOR STEAMED VEGETABLES

Steam using 1 ½ to 2 cups of water, stock, or vegetable broth (cold or room
temperature).

VEGETABLE AMOUNT PREPARATION TIME SUGGESTIONS

Fresh
Asparagus

Fresh Green
Beans

Fresh Beets
(quartered)

Fresh Broccoli 1 lb. Cut into florets. 15 to 18

Brussels
Sprouts

Cabbage 1 lb. Cut in wedges. 24 to 26

Carrots 12 oz. Slice. 18 to 20

Cauliflower 12 oz. Cut into florets. 22 to 25

Corn 1 lb. 2 ears. 20 to 22

Snow peas or
Sugar Snap
Peas

New potatoes
(red)

Fresh leaf
spinach

Butternut
squash

Summer
Squash
(yellow squash
or zucchini)

½ lb. Wash; break off

½ lb. Leave whole, trim

1 lb. (about
5 medium)

4 cups Cut a cross in the

8 oz. Trim and leave whole. 12 to 14

6 medium
(about 1 lb.)

4 cups
firmly
packed

1 lb. Peel and cut into

1 lb. Slice. 16 to 18

woody base where
spears snap easily.

end or cut into 2-inch
pieces.

Remove stem and
root ends. Peel and
cut into wedges.

base of each sprout.

Cut in half. 24 to 26

Use whole leaves. 10 to 15

1-inch cubes.

15 to 18
minutes

15 to 18
minutes

26 to 28
minutes

minutes

24 to 26
minutes

minutes

minutes

minutes

minutes

minutes

minutes

minutes

24 to 26
minutes

minutes

Season with
salt, pepper, and
grated lemon peel.

Season with salt,
pepper, and freshly
snipped dill.

Serve with butter.

Season with
salt, pepper, and
grated lemon peel.

Garnish with
chopped, toasted
hazelnuts.

Garnish with
crumbled, cooked
bacon.

Season with salt,
pepper, and grated
orange peel.

Garnish with
buttered, toasted
bread crumbs.

Serve with butter
and spices.

Serve with minced
green onions and
drizzled with soy
sauce.

Toss with butter
and parsley.

Garnish with
roasted garlic and
toasted pine nuts

Serve with butter
and spices.

Season with salt
and garlic pepper

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VEGETABLE AMOUNT PREPARATION TIME SUGGESTIONS

Frozen
Vegetables,
including
mixed
vegetables
such as broccoli
medley, and
pepper stir fry

Frozen peas 1 lb. Remove from bag. 14 to 16

10 oz. to 1 lb. Remove from bag

and season.

16 to 18
minutes

minutes

Stir in chopped,
fresh mint.

CHART FOR STEAMED FISH

Add 1 ½ cups water to rice cooking bowl. Add 1 lemon, thickly sliced, to water.
Season fish with lemon juice and Seafood Seasoning.

FISH AMOUNT PREPARATION TIME SUGGESTIONS

Salmon 1 ½ lbs. Fillets 20 to 22

Scallops 1 lb. Medium size 14 to 16

Snapper 1 lb. Whole, remove head

and tail

Shrimp 1 lb.

(20 to 24)

Swordfish 1 lb. 2 medium steaks 15 to 17

minutes

minutes

20 to 22
minutes

15 to 18
minutes
or until
shrimp
turn pink

minutes

Top with lemon
slices and snipped,
fresh dill.

Very tender; serve
with tartar sauce
and lemon wedges.

Drizzle with garlic,
soy vinaigrette

Season with
Seafood
Seasoning and
lemon.

Very tender; serve
with tartar sauce
and lemon wedges.

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