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The rice bowl
When cooking rice, add water to the rice bowl in addition to the water in the
reservoir. The volume of water added to the rice bowl should be roughly one
and a quarter times the volume of the rice.
Put the rice bowl in the topmost basket. If you don’t, juices from other foods
will alter the flavour of the rice, and the additional liquid may make it mushy.
Timing
The times given in the cooking guide opposite are for a single layer of food in
the bottom basket, used on its own.
Extend these times
a) if both baskets are used
— the steam has to heat more food
b) if a particular food is cooked in the second. Generally, the further the
food is from the element, the longer it’ll take to cook.
c) if food is layered within a basket
You’ll need to experiment to find the times and positions which suit your
favourite foods and food combinations.
Cooking times
The cooking times are given as a guide only. Check that food is properly cooked
before serving. If in doubt, cook it a bit more.
Fish is cooked when it appears opaque and can be flaked easily. Cook meat till
the juices run clear.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Make sure the unit is switched off and disconnected from the power supply before
cleaning.
The body, frame and honeycomb can be cleaned with a lightly damp cloth. Do not use
any type of detergents or solutions.
When the unit is not in use, clean it, seal it in a plastic bag and store in a dry place.
To clean excess dust that may accumulate on the reflective area, use hairdryer or the
blow function of your vacuum to remove the dust build-up.
NOTE
: If the power supply cord or plug is damaged, a Home of Living Brands service
centre or an official agent must replace it.
If service becomes necessary within the warranty period the appliance should be
returned to an approved Home of Living Brands (Pty) Ltd service centre. Servicing
outside the warranty period is still available, however it will be chargeable.
