Quest 35220 3 Tier Food Steamer Instruction Manual

Quest 35220 3 Tier Food Steamer

IMPORTANT! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THIs APPLIANCE. AWARNING! READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS LISTED BELOW MAY RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE AND/OR INJURY.
The intended use of this appliance is explained in this manual. The use of accessories other than those recommended in this manual may present a risk of personal injury.

1. Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on the appliance’s rating label.
2. This appliance Is for household use only.
3. Never use this appliance near a bathtub, shower, basin or any other containers of water or other liquid.
4. Never use this appliance with wet hands.
5. Never leave this appliance unsupervised when in use.
6. Make sure that the switch is on the position of “off before plugging.
7. Do not open the lid when cooking.
8. The outer surface of the steamer is hot when cooking. Never touch it before it’s cooled down. Use oven gloves or cloth and lift using handles.
9. Do not reach over the Steamer as hot steam may scald.
10. Do not cook frozen meat or poultry in this Steamer defrost fully before use.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in a removable container.
12. Before first use, please check carefully if all the parts of the appliance are in good condition. If not, please contact the supplier or manufacturer.
13. If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service or an equally qualified person in order fo avoid danger.
14. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children.
15. Make sure the appliance has cooled down and disconnect the appliance from the mains supply before cleanin9.
16. From time to time check the power cord for damage never use the appliance if the cord or appliance shows any sign of damage.
17. Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid for any reason wnaisoever.
18. Never use the appliance by pulling on the cord.
19. Ensure that the power cord does not come into confact with hot parts of fhis unif.
20. This appliance is not intended fo be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control System.
21. Always place the unit on the flat stable surface.
22. Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the appliance is not in use.
23. Incorect operation and improper use can damage the appiance and cause injury fo the user.
24. This appliance is not a toy and should not be used by children.
25. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years dnd dbove and persons With reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack or experience and knoWiedge if They have been given Supervision or instruction concerning use or fhe appliance in a Sare way and understand the hazards involved. Childreen shall not play with the appliance. cleaning and user maintenance. shall not be made by children.

PART IDENTIFICATION

1. Steam Bowl: Durable plastic construction offers clear views and dishwasher safe.
2. Lid: Clear, durable plastic construction offers clear views. Is dishwasher safe and designed with handles for safe removal.
3. Rice Bowl: Multi-purpose 2 cup bowl makes the best rice, oatmeal and grains. Dishes prepared in sauces, such as eggs, tamales and many other foods can be steamed using rice bowl. Dishwasher safe.
4. EXpander Ring: Durable plastic ring used to fit the steam bowls together when making multi-dish meals.
5. Base Unit: Serves as the water reservoir and has a 60 minute, adjustable timer with automatic shuf off. Do not place in dishwasher!

BEFORE FIRST USE

• Wash lid, steam bowls and expander ting in warm soapy WaTer, inse and dry.
• Wipe base with damp cloth and dry. Do NOT immerse Dase in water or any ofher liquid.

HINTS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not exceed Maximum water level indicated on inside of base unit.

• Do not operate your steam cooker without wafer. This could damage the appliance and void your waranty.

• Do not substitute wine, meat or vegetable stock or ofher liquid in place of water.

• Place food in steam bowl. Add herbs or spices at end of cooking cycle.

• For large food loads or multiple dishes, use both upper and lower steam bowis, divIding food evenly. ine lower DOWI Will generally cook faster than upper bowl, place larger foods or longer cooking foods in the lower steam bowl. Use one steam bowl for smaller ioads.

• Always use Lid on Steam Bowl. Make sure handies of Lid are lined up with handles of Steam boWl.

• If both steam bowls are used, place lower steam bow on base first, then expander ring, fhen upper Steam bowl and lid.

• Plug power cord into a standard outlet. Indicator light will be on while timer is set. When set fime is done, light WIll furn OFF.

• Turn Timer Dial to set the number of minutes required fo cook the food load, based on fhe cooking guidelines on following pages.

• When removing the steam bowls use oven mifts to pro- tect against burns from the hof steam,
  CAUTION: Use extreme caution when removing the steam bowl. Hot steam causes serious burns!

• When cooking is complete, turn dial to “0” and unplug the appliance.

• To serve, remove Lid and place under Steam Bowl. Bon appetite.

WATER AMOUNT GUIDE THAT IS ADDED TO BASE

CARE AND CLEANING

1. After your steamer has cooled, unplug from outlet and remove Steamer Bowls and set in warm soapy water.

2. Remove excess wafer from base reservoir by filfingif Over a sink.

3. Wash Steam Bowls, Expander Ring and Lid in warm sOapy water or place in dishwasher.
   CAUTION: Do not put Base unit in the dishwasher.

4. Do nof use abrasive cleaners or steel Wool to clean Lid or steam Bowls as it will scratch the clear plastic.

5. NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE IN WATER to clean- wipe out- side of Base with damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrrasive cleaners on exterior surface of base.

6. Dry with a clean towel or set parts aside to air dry.
   Never store your Quest Food Steamer with water in the Reservoir. Always empty reservoir and allow parts fo dry before storing.

Steaming will bring out the flavor, colour and texture of the vegetables. Steamed vegetables are fat-free and low in calories. The nutrients are steamed into the vegetable and not cooked out.

• Always fill reservoir to at least minimum level betfore connecting to power supply.
• Clean vegetable thoroughly. Remove stems, peel or chop if needed. Smaller prices of food steam more quickly than large pieces.
• Frozen vegetables should not be thawed before steaming stir after steaming 10-12 minutes.
• Quantity, freshness and size of food will affect the steaming times. Adjust water amounts and steaming time as desired.

To enhance the flavors of rice and grains use half consomme or broth and half water in the rice dish. Never put anything but water in the water reservoir (base unit).

• Always fill reservoir to at least minimum level before connecting to power supply.
• There are many fypes of rice, follow specific directions for varlety used.
• Check consistency of rice at minimum time specified in chart, while stirring rice af same fime.
• For softer rice, increase water in rice bowl and increase cooking time approximately 5-7 minutes. For more firm rice reduce water and time by same amount.
• Adjust steam timer according to your preferences.

• Always fill reservoir to at least minimum level before connecting to power supply.
• Before ‘steaming clean and prepare fresh seafood and fish.
• Poach fish in the rice bowl using water, broth or favorite seasoning
• Fish is steamed to perfection if it flakes easily and becomes opaque.
• Most fish and seafood cook quickly Steam in small amounfs.
• Mussels, clams and oysters may open at different times.
• Check the shells to avoid over-cooking.
• Adjust steam timer according fo your preferences.

• Always fill reservoir to at least minimum level before Connecting fo power suppy.
• Meat and poultry that is steam cooked remains most of its moisture. If meat is less tender, steam cooking will make it more tender.
• To achieve a browned look when steaming meat, add paprika, browning sauce or any microwave broning product.
• Season meats with herbs before steaming do not add salt as it will toughen the meat.
• If using rice bowl to prepare your meal cover with plastics WIap fo seal in exfra moisture and flavor.
• Adjust steam timer according to your preferences.

PLUG

1. This appliarnce has been fited with a BS UK compliant plug which should not be replaoed or removed
2. The plug is ftted with UK compliant fuse link which is suitable for this type af appliance and should ony be replaced by a fuse link of the same rating
3. faccess to the fuse link is only possible by removing the pkug cover this must only be done by a suitably qualified person.
4. If the plugor the mains cable of this appliance is damaged do not use andi dispose of the applionce responsibly.
5. This appliance is earthed.

Information on Waste Disposal for Consumers of Electrical & Electronic Equipment
This avmbol ndcates thal this product shoukd not be treated as nomal housenold waste and t shoud be recyced. Please take it to your neaiest colection foclity or tor futher detols contact your iocal council or visit www.recyclemore.couk

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