Nesco ST-25F, Care/Use Manual

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CARE AND CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
• After your Steamer has cooled, unplug from outlet and remove
Steamer Tray(s) and set in bowls and lid in warm soapy water.
• Remove excess water from Base Reservoir by tilting it over a drain.
• Wash Steam Tray(s) and Lid in warm soapy water or place in the
dishwasher.
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CAUTION:
Do not put Steamer Base in the dishwasher.
• Do not use abrasive cleansers or steel wool , it will scratch the
finishes.
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NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE IN WATER.
To clean, wipe outside of
Base with a damp cloth and dry with a clean towel or set parts aside
to air dry.
• Never store your Steamer with water in the Reservoir., always empty
reservoir and allow parts to dry before storing
• Always fill reservoir to minimum level before connecting to power
supply.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not operate your Steam Cooker without water. This could damage
the appliance and void your warranty.
• Do not use more water than indicated on the inside of Steamer Base.
• Do not substitute wine or other liquid(s) in place of water.
• Place food in Steam Tray. Add herbs or spices at end of cooking cycle.
• For large food loads or multiple dishes, use both Upper and Lower
Steam Trays, dividing food evenly or remove bottom section for taller
foods. The lower bowl will generally cook faster than upper bowl,
place larger foods or longer cooking foods in the lower steam tray.
Use one steam tray for smaller loads.
• Always use the Lid on the Steam Trays.
• If both Steam Trays are used, place lower Steam Tray on Base first,
then upper Steam Tray and Lid.
• Plug power cord into a standard 120 volt outlet. Indicator Light will be
lit while timer is set. When set time is done, light will turn OFF.
• Turn Dial to set the number of minutes required to cook the food,
based on the Cooking Guidelines on the following pages.
• When removing the Steam Tray(s) use oven mitts to protect against
burns from the hot steam. CAUTION: Use extreme care when
removing the Steam Tray(s). Steam can cause serious burns!
• When cooking is complete, turn dial to “0” and unplug the appliance.
• Water amount guide that is added to Base.:
Minimum - 1-1/2 Cup /350 mL - approx. 30 minutes cooking time
Maximum - 3 Cups / 700 mL - approx. 60 minutes cooking time
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