Introduzione
This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your NutriChef 1.6 QT Portable Electric Rice Cooker & Lunch Maker (Model NC12BBLACK). Please read all instructions carefully before use and retain this manual for future reference.
Salvaguardi impurtanti
Per riduce u risicu d'incendiu, scossa elettrica o ferite, seguitate sempre queste precauzioni di sicurezza basiche:
- Leghjite tutte l'istruzzioni prima di aduprà l'apparechju.
- Ùn toccu superfici calde. Aduprate manichi o pomi.
- To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse the cord, plugs, or the main unit in water or other liquid.
- A vigilazione stretta hè necessaria quandu qualsiasi apparecchiu hè utilizatu da o vicinu à i zitelli.
- Scollegate da a presa quandu ùn hè micca in usu è prima di pulisce. Lasciate rinfriscà prima di mette o toglie i pezzi.
- Ùn operate micca l'apparechju cù un cordone o una spina dannatu, o dopu chì l'apparechju hà malfunzionatu o hè statu dannatu in ogni modu.
- L'usu di accessori accessori micca cunsigliatu da u fabricatore di l'apparechju pò causà ferite.
- Ùn aduprate micca fora.
- Ùn lasciate micca u cordone pendu nantu à u bordu di una tavula o un bancu, o toccu superfici calde.
- Ùn mette micca sopra o vicinu à un bruciatore di gas o elettricu caldu, o in un fornu cale.
- A prudenza estrema deve esse usata quandu si move un apparecchiu chì cuntene oliu caldu o altri liquidi caldi.
- 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.
- Ùn aduprate micca l'apparechju per altri usi ch'è previstu.
- Stu apparecchiu hè solu per l'usu domesticu.
Cumpunenti di u produttu
Your NutriChef Portable Electric Rice Cooker comes with the following components:
- Main Cooker Unit with Non-Stick Ceramic Coated Pot
- Coperchio cù manicu
- Cordone d'alimentazione
- Tazza di misura
- Manuale d'istruzzioni (stu documentu)

Figura 1: Overview of the NutriChef 1.6 QT Portable Electric Rice Cooker.

Figure 2: The non-stick ceramic interior and heat distribution design of the cooker.
Istituisci
- Imballà: Eliminate cù cura tutti i cumpunenti da l'imballu.
- Pulizia iniziale: Before first use, wash the inner pot and lid with warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry completely. Wipe the exterior of the main unit with a damp tela.
- Placement: Place the cooker on a stable, flat, heat-resistant surface away from water and heat sources.
- Connect Power: Insert the power cord into the designated port on the cooker, then plug the other end into a standard 110V electrical outlet.
Video 1: Unboxing the NutriChef Portable Electric Rice Cooker, showing initial components and setup.
Istruzzioni di funziunamentu
The NutriChef rice cooker features a user-friendly digital control panel with multiple cooking functions.

Figure 3: The digital control panel for selecting cooking functions.
Funzioni di u pannellu di cuntrollu:
- Pulsante di funzione: Press to cycle through the available cooking modes: Rice, Soup, Stew, Porridge, Noodles, Chafing Dish (Hot Pot).
- Pulsante OFF: Spegne l'apparechju.
- Buttone Mantene Caldu: Activates or deactivates the automatic keep warm function. The cooker can keep food warm for up to 2 hours.
- Timer Delay Button: Vi permette di impostà un orariu di partenza ritardatu per a cucina.
Passi generali di cucina:
- Aggiungi Ingredienti: Place your desired ingredients and appropriate amount of liquid into the non-stick ceramic inner pot. Ensure not to exceed the 'MAX' fill line.
- Chiudi Coperchio: Securely place the lid on the cooker.
- Selezziunà Funzione: Press the "Function" button repeatedly until the desired cooking mode (e.g., Rice, Soup, Stew) is highlighted on the digital display.
- Cumincià a cucina: Once the desired function is selected, the cooker will automatically begin the cooking process after a few seconds. The display will show the remaining cooking time.
- Mantene caldu: After cooking is complete, the unit will automatically switch to "Keep Warm" mode (if not manually turned off) to maintain food temperature.

Figure 4: The automatic keep-warm mode ensures meals stay ready to serve.
Video 2: A demonstration of how to use the NutriChef rice cooker for various meals.
Guida di cucina
The NutriChef rice cooker offers 6 versatile cooking programs for various dishes.

Figure 5: The 6-in-1 cooking functions for versatile meal preparation.
Recommended Ratios and Times (Approximate):
- Rice: Use the provided measuring cup. Typically, 1 cup of rice to 1.5-2 cups of water, depending on rice type. Select "Rice" function. Cooking time is usually around 40 minutes.
- Soup/Stew: Add ingredients and liquid. Select "Soup" or "Stew" function. Cooking times vary based on ingredients, typically 1-2 hours.
- Porridge: Use a higher water-to-grain ratio (e.g., 1 cup grain to 7-10 cups water). Select "Porridge" function. Cooking time is usually around 1.5-2 hours.
- Noodles: Add water and bring to a boil using a suitable function, then add noodles and other ingredients. Select "Noodles" function. Cooking time depends on noodle type.
- Hot Pot (Chafing Dish): Add broth and desired ingredients. Use the "Chafing Dish" function to keep contents hot for serving.
Note: Cooking times and water ratios may vary based on the type of ingredients and desired consistency. Always ensure food is cooked thoroughly.
Mantenimentu è Pulizia
Proper cleaning and maintenance will ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your NutriChef rice cooker.
- Scollega: Scollegate sempre l'apparecchiu da a presa di corrente è lasciatelu raffreddà cumpletamente prima di pulisce.
- Pulite u pote internu: The non-stick ceramic inner pot should be hand washed with warm, soapy water and a soft sponge. Do not use abrasive cleaners or metal scouring pads, as this can damage the non-stick coating. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
- Pulite u coperchiu: Wash the lid with warm, soapy water and rinse.
- Pulite l'esterno: Asciugate l'esternu di l'unità principale cù publicitàamp pannu. Ùn immergete micca l'unità principale in acqua o in qualsiasi altru liquidu.
- Conservazione: Conservate l'apparecchiu pulitu è asciuttu in un locu frescu è asciuttu.

Figure 6: The non-stick ceramic coating allows for easy cleaning.
Risoluzione di prublemi
If you encounter any issues with your NutriChef rice cooker, please refer to the following common problems and solutions:
| Prublemu | Causa Possibile | Soluzione |
|---|---|---|
| L'apparechju ùn si accende. | Not plugged in correctly; power outage; malfunzionamentu di l'unità. | Ensure the power cord is securely plugged into both the unit and the wall outlet. Check the power supply. If the issue persists, contact customer support. |
| Food not cooking properly (e.g., rice too hard/soft). | Incorrect water-to-ingredient ratio; wrong function selected. | Adjust the water-to-ingredient ratio according to the cooking guide or recipe. Ensure the correct cooking function is selected for your dish. |
| U cibu si appiccica à u fondu. | Insufficient liquid; prolonged "Keep Warm" cycle; damaged non-stick coating. | Ensure adequate liquid is used. Avoid leaving food on "Keep Warm" for excessively long periods. Use only non-abrasive utensils and cleaning methods to protect the coating. |
| L'unità si surriscalda o si spegne inaspettatamente. | Anti-burn dry technology activated; internal malfunction. | This is a safety feature. Ensure there is always sufficient liquid in the pot. If it happens frequently without apparent cause, contact customer support. |

Figure 7: The cooker includes safety features like automatic power-off and anti-burn dry technology.
Specificazioni
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Marca | NutriChef |
| Capacità | 1.6 litri |
| Dimensioni di u produttu | 9.84 "D x 7.48" W x 6.69 "H |
| Fonte d'energia | Corded Electric |
| Istruzzioni per a cura di u produttu | Lavà a manu |
| Culore | Neru |
| Funzioni spiciali | Automatic Shut Off, Boil Dry Protection, Non-Stick, Portable, Programmable |
| Materiale | Polipropilene (PP) |
| Materiale di tappa | Plastica |
| Wattage | 600 watts |
| Cumpunenti inclusi | Inner Pot, Instruction Manual, Measuring Cup |
| Voltage | 110 Volts |
| Nome di mudellu | NC12BBLACK |
| U fabricatore | NutriChef |
| UPC | 842893165127 |
| Annu di fabricazione | 2024 |
| Pesu di l'articulu | 2.59 liri |
Garanzia è Supportu
For warranty information or technical support, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official NutriChef website. You may also contact customer service directly for assistance.
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