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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Warning: The steamer base should
never be immersed in water.
Caution: Make sure that the steamer
base is unplugged from power source
before attaching or removing any
accessory.
Important: Do NOT
operate the appliance
with the water reservoir empty as it could
damage the appliance.
Before Using the Food Steamer
• Remove the appliance from its packaging
and unpack all the accessories.
• Wash the steamer lid, rice bowl, steaming
baskets and the drip pan with warm,
soapy water. You can wash these parts is
a dishwasher but ONLY on the top rack.
Rinse and dry well. all parts should be dry
before mounting on the steamer base.
• Wipe the steamer base with a damp cloth.
Do NOT
immerse in water.
Using the Food Steamer
Your food steamer comes equipped with
three steamer baskets. You may use just
one at a time or all three together.
• The steamer baskets can be assembled
in any order on the steamer base.
• After filling the water reservoir with water
and placing the drip pan on the steamer
base, place the first steamer basket on
the drip pan. Place the food that you wish
to be steamed in the steamer basket. We
recommend that you place the largest
pieces of food that take the longest to
cook on the lower basket. Also, the food
will steam more evenly if there is only one
layer of food.
• If you wish to use more than one steamer
basket, attach one of the stacking rings
on the bottom of the second steamer
basket making sure that it snaps in place.
• If you wish to use the third steaming
basket also, attach the second stacking
ring on the bottom of the third steaming
basket on place over the second steaming
basket.
• If you do not wish to use more than one
steaming basket, place the steamer lid on
the steaming basket.
• Plug the appliance into an electrical outlet.
• Turn the timer to the desired cooking time.
The maximum cooking time on the timer
is 60 minutes. The unit will start steaming
after approximately 6 minutes.
Condensation during steaming is normal.
• The Power ON Light will come when the
timer is set.
• When the cooking time is up, the timer
will ring and the light will go off.
• Use
ONLY
steaming accessories supplied
with this unit.
Assembling the Food Steamer
• Place the steamer base on a flat, stable
heat resistant surface, away from any
objects or cabinets that could be
damaged by steam.
Do not
place on a
dining room table or table cloth as the
heat might damage the surface.
• Pour 6 cups (1.5 L.) of cold water into the
water reservoir.
Do NOT
overfill. (Fig. 1)
• Place the drip pan on the steamer base
and ensure that it is level. (Fig. 2)
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Caution: Never put any seasonings or
liquids other than water into the water
reservoir.
Using the Rice Bowl
•
Place one of the steamer baskets on
the steamer base.
•
Place 1 cup (250 ml) of rice and 10 oz
(300 ml) of water in the rice bowl.
•
Place the rice bowl on the steamer
basket and cover the steamer.
•
Set timer for approximately 32 minutes,
depending on your taste.
Caution: Always lift steamer lid away
from you to prevent scalding. Always
use oven mitts or potholders when
removing the steamer lid or steaming
baskets from the appliance.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Descaling the Water Reservoir
After using the appliance several times in
hard water areas, scale deposits may build
up on the heating element and the inside
surface of the water reservoir. This is a
normal occurrence and the degree of
buildup will depend on the hardness of the
water in your area. It is essential that the
food steamer is descaled regularly to
maintain good steam production and to
prolong the life of the appliance.
•
Fill the water reservoir with 6.5 oz
(200 ml) vinegar to 27.5 oz. (800 ml)
water. Do not use other chemical or
descaling products. Do not overfill the
water reservoir.
•
Do not place the drip pan or any other
accessory on top of the steamer base
during this procedure.
•
Let the unit stand with the vinegar and
water solution overnight. Then empty.
•
Rinse several times with cold water
and dry thoroughly before storing.
Cleaning Your Food Steamer
(cont.)
•
These parts may also be washed on
the top rack of the dishwasher in a
light cycle. Please note though that
continual use of a dishwasher may
result in a slight loss of exterior gloss
and dulling of the steaming baskets.
•
Empty and clean the water reservoir
after each use.
•
Do not immerse the steamer base in
water. Fill the water reservoir with
warm, soapy water and wipe with a
cloth. Rinse thoroughly.
•
Wipe the steamer base with a damp
cloth.
Using the Food Steamer (cont.)
Important: If steaming food for a long
period of time, check the that there is
water in the water reservoir though the
water level indicator. If the water level is
low, add water through the easy fill
spout in the rear of the appliance.
• To avoid food from becoming
overcooked, remove the steaming
basket immediately using pot holders
or oven mitts and place on a plate. If
you used the rice bowl, remove this
carefully holding it by the sides or if
necessary, use a kitchen utensil with
long handles.
• After you have finished using the
appliance, unplug it from the electrical
outlet and allow it to cool completely
before cleaning.
Warning
: Be careful when removing the
drip pan because it will have hot water in
it.
Warning: To prevent scalds or burns,
use oven mitts or potholders when
removing the lid or the steaming
baskets as hot steam will escape.
Remove the lid slowly with the inside
of the lid pointing away from you and
let the steam escape slowly. Hold the
lid over the appliance to allow the
condensation to drain into the
steamer.
Do not reach into the food steamer
while the appliance is still steaming. If
you need to check on the cooking
progress or to stir, use a wooden or
plastic utensil with a long handle.
Cleaning Your Food Steamer
•
NEVER IMMERSE THE STEAMER
BASE, POWER CORD OR PLUG IN
WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
•
Unplug appliance from electrical
outlet and let cool completely before
cleaning.
•
Do not use abrasive cleansers when
cleaning this appliance.
•
Do not clean the steamer baskets rice
bowl or steamer lid with the abrasive
side of a sponge or pad.
•
Wash all parts except the steamer
base in warm liquid with a
dishwashing liquid. Rinse and dry
thoroughly.
Storing Your Food Steamer
Before storing your food steamer, allow
the unit to cool completely and clean the
water reservoir and steaming baskets. All
parts must be thoroughly dry before
storing. Store the food steamer in a dry
location with the electrical cord wound
into a coil and secured with a twist tie.
