Philips HD9104, User Manual

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Automatic switch-off
The appliance switches off automatically after the set steaming time has
elapsed.
Boil-dry protection
This food steamer is equipped with boil-dry protection. The boil-dry
protection automatically switches off the appliance if it is switched on when
there is no water in the water tank or if the water runs out during use. Let
the food steamer cool down for 10 minutes before you use it again.
Recycling
Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and
components, which can be recycled and reused.
When you see the crossed-out wheel bin symbol attached to a product, it
means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC:
Never dispose of your product with other household waste. Please inform
yourself about the local rules on the separate collection of electrical and
electronic products. The correct disposal of your old product helps prevent
potentially negative consequences on the environment and human health.
2 Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic
fields (EMF).
If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the
appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today.
3 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit
from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.
com/welcome.
For recipes to use with your steamer, go to www.philips.com/kitchen.
4 Overview
a Lid h Steaming bowl 1
b Top steaming bowl i Flavor booster
c Removable bottom j Drip tray
d
Steaming bowl 3
k
Base with water tank
e Removable bottom l Steaming time adjustment
button
f Steaming bowl 2 m Steaming light
g
Removable bottom
n
Water inlet
Note
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HD9124/25/26: one top steaming bowl and three steaming bowls with removable bottom
• HD9115/16: one top steaming bowl and two steaming bowls with removable bottom
• HD9104: two steaming bowls with non-removable bottom
5 Before the first use
1
Thoroughly clean the parts that come into contact with food before
you use the appliance for the first time (see chapter ‘Cleaning and
maintenance’).
2 Wipe the inside of the water tank with a damp cloth.
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1 Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance, and save the
user manual for future reference.
Danger
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Never immerse the base in water or rinse it under the tap.
Warning
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Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local
mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
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Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket. Always make sure
the plug is inserted firmly into the socket.
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Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance
itself is damaged.
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If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a
service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
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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.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
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Keep the mains cord out of the reach of children. Do not let the
mains cord hang over the edge of the table or worktop on which the
appliance stands.
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Never steam frozen meat, poultry or seafood. Always thaw these
ingredients completely before you steam them.
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Never use the food steamer without the drip tray, otherwise hot water
splashes out of the appliance.
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Only use steaming bowls 1, 2 and 3 and the top steaming bowl in
combination with the original base.
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Keep the mains cord away from hot surfaces.
Caution
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Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or that
Philips does not specifically recommend. If you use such accessories or
parts, your guarantee becomes invalid.
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Do not expose the base of the appliance to high temperatures, hot gas,
steam or damp heat from other sources than the steamer itself. Do not
place the food steamer on or near an operating or still hot stove or
cooker.
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Always make sure the appliance is off before you unplug it.
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Always unplug the appliance and let it cool down before you clean it.
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This appliance is intended for household use only. If the appliance is used
improperly or for professional or semi-professional purposes or if it is
not used according to the instructions in the user manual, the guarantee
becomes invalid and Philips refuses any liability for damage caused.
•
Place the food steamer on a stable, horizontal and level surface and
make sure there is at least 10cm free space around it to prevent
overheating.
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While using steaming bowls 1, 2 and 3 with their removable bottoms,
always make sure the rim of the bottom points upwards and that the
bottom locks into place (‘click’).
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Beware of the hot steam that comes out of the food steamer during
steaming or when you remove the lid.When you check food, always use
kitchen utensils with long handles.
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Always remove the lid carefully and away from you. Let condensation
drip off the lid into the food steamer to avoid scalding.
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Always hold the steaming bowls by one of their handles when you stir
hot food or remove it from the bowls.
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Always hold the steaming bowls by their handles when the food is hot.
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Do not move the food steamer while it is operating.
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Do not reach over the food steamer while it is operating.
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Do not touch the hot surfaces of the appliance. Always use oven mitts
when you handle hot parts of the appliance.
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Do not place the appliance near or underneath objects that would be
damaged by steam, such as walls and cupboards.
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Do not operate the appliance in the presence of explosive and/or
flammable fumes.
•
Never connect the appliance to a timer switch or reote control system
in order to avoid a hazardous situation.
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There is a small sieve inside the water tank. If the sieve becomes
detached, keep it out of the reach of children to prevent them from
swallowing it.