GB-8
Care and Maintenance
Cleaning Your Steamer
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Never immerse the steamer base, mains cable or mains plug in water�
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Unplug at the mains socket and leave the steamer to cool completely for min� 30
minutes before cleaning�
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Do not clean any part of the steamer with abrasive cleaners e�g� scouring powders,
scouring pads, wire wool, washing soda, or bleach�
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Do not clean clear plastic bowls with the abrasive pad of a cleaning sponge�
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We recommended washing the lid, rice bowl and juice collector in hot water and
washing-up liquid� Rinse and dry thoroughly�
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Empty the water basin and change the water after each use�
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Do not immerse the steamer base in water� Fill the water basin with warm, soapy water
and wipe with a cloth� Rinse thoroughly�
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Wipe the steamer base with a damp cloth�
Descaling the Water Basin
After about 2-3 months’ use, some chemical deposits may build up in the water basin or
on the heating element, depending on the hardness of the water� It is essential to descale
the water basin regularly�
1� Fill the water basin to the Max mark with a mixture of white vinegar and water� Do
not use any other chemical or detergent�
2� Plug the steamer into the mains socket� The steamer baskets, lid, juice collector and
rice bowl are not to be used during this operation�
3� Set timer for approx 20-25 minutes and start steaming� If the vinegar mixture boils
over, switch off the steamer and unplug from the mains socket�
4� When steaming has finished, unplug the steamer from the mains socket and allow it
to cool down before pouring the vinegar mixture out�
5� Rinse the water basin several times�
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