Food Steamer Instruction Book and Recipe Book Model #4713 Congratulations, you are now the owner of a Sunbeam Food Steamer, and will soon be creating complete, flavorful, healthy meals with steam heat! Steaming retains the vitamins and minerals in foods that are often lost with other cooking methods. Nutritious dishes are minutes away without added oil or fat. Cook fish and fowl, vegetables, rice, and even quick breads with ease of preparation and clean-up. Entire meals can be cooked in the large steamer bowl, without greasy pots and pans or burnt-on food to clean up afterwards. And, with our "Instant Steam" technology, your Food Steamer will be producing steam in less than a minute! The following pages contain simple recipes and guidelines for perfect steam cooking. Practice with steaming vegetables and then move on to more sophisticated dishes. Use your imagination to create exciting recipes with healthy steam heat! To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fully fit into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be observed including the following: IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1. Read all instructions, product labels and warnings before using your Food Steamer. Save these instructions. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Always use oven mitts when handling hot materials. Avoid hot steam rising from top of Steamer at all times when in use. Do not reach over app liance while it is generating steam. Remove lid by lifting slowly away from you. When checkiha food. use lona handled utensils. 3. Allow the Food Steamer to cool completely before washing or storing. 4. Allow the unit to cool before putting on or taking off parts. 5. When unit is not in use and before cleaning, unplug the Food Steamer from the electrical outlet. 6. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the appliance, cord, or plug in water or other liquids. 7. Close supervision is always necessary when this or any appliance is used by or near children. 8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not plug in cord where it may be walked on or accidentally tripp ed over. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces. 9. Do not operate this or any appliance with a frayed or damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or IS dropped or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to our Hattiesburg, MS Service Center for servicing or repairs. See page 13. 10. Do not use outdoors. 11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven or microwave. 12. Use extreme caution when moving the appliance if it contains hot water or any other hot liquids. 13. Do not operate appliance near walls or cabinets to prevent damage from steam. 14. Use the appliance on a level, stable work surface away from water. 15. Always use sufficient water for steaming time. 16. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries. 17. Do not use appliance for other than intended use. 18. To disconnect, turn any control to "off", then remove plug from wall outlet. 19. Caution - To reduce risk of electric shock, cook only in removable container. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 FOOD S T E A M E R C O M P O N E N T S A) STEAMER LID has a convenient handle on top to avoid burning fingers when it is removed. However, use caution when removing lid due to the small steam vents in the top of the cover which constantly emit hot steam when appliance is in use. Also be careful of the surge of steam that will result when cover is lifted. Lift cover away from person when opening. Use oven mitts at all times when handling hot Steamer parts. C) SEPARATOR RING divides the ~;hs~w~s;~~e!",s~","o"u:" Pro: wdes a seal and s abllltywhen using gc;;;~B$wNmut Ihe D) ROUND CAKE PAN comes with some models and is made with a non-stick surface. It is placed inside the steaming bowl and is used to steam bake cakes.(See page 4 for further instructions.) for cooking rice. This bowl may stain if tomato based food is Cooked in It. F) STEAMER BOWL is made with clear plastic and has a 6 quart capacity. G) DRIP TRAY prevents water condensation and food liquids from dripping back into the Water Reservoir to ensure that steam is always produced from clean water. H) WATER RESERVOIR BASE holds water for steaming Do not use any other type of liquid in the reservoir. I) TIMER operates up to sixty (60) minutes and includes a bell to indicate when cooking time expires. J) INDICATOR LIGHT identifies when appliance is cooking. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY 3 C O O K I N G W I T H Y O U R FOOD S T E A M E R 1. Place the appliance on a stable, level surface away from walls and overhanging cupboards. 2. Pour cold tap water into Water Reservoir to Max level for foods requiring 13 to 60 minutes steaming time, or Min level for food requiring less than 13 minutes. See Figure 1. Min and Max levels are indicated by raised lines in the Water Reservoir. Refer to Steaming Charts or Recipes for recommended cooking times. If the appliance stops producing steam, or there is a noticeable reduction in steam before food is ready, add extra water to the basin. Note: Do not add any salt, pepper, seasonings, herbs, wine, stock or any liquid other than tap water to the Water Reservoir. 3. Place Drip Tray in base and be sure it sits flat. 4. Your appliance can be used in three ways: -Using the 6 quart Steaming Bowl alone - Place food in Steaming Bowl then position the Bowl on the base. See Figure 2. *Using two Steaming Bowls- Place the largest pieces of food with the longest cooking time in the 6 quart bowl and position it on the base. Place the Separator Ring on the 6 quart bowl with the large, flat area facing up. If you can easily push the ring off of the 6 quart bowl, it is not positioned correctly. Then place Stacking Bowl on Separator Ring. See Figure 3. -Using the Rice Bowl - Liquid such as water or stock is added together with rice in the Rice Bowl. The Steaming Bowl must be placed on the base first, then the Rice Bowl is placed inside the Steamer Bowl for use. See Figure 4. Measure the required quantity of rice and liquid in the Rice Bowl. Refer to steaming charts or recipes. -Using a cake or Ioaf pan (included with some models) - Cakes and quick breads can be made in this steamer also. Pour cake or bread batter into greased pan and place pan in steaming bowl. Always place tin foil on top of pan and seal tightly before cooking. See Figure 5. Refer to steaming recipes on page 12. 5. Cover with lid. 6. Plug into wall outlet. Do not operate the appliance without the Steaming Bowl and lid in place. 7. Set timer for the recommended time. The Indicator Light will light up. Steaming will begin in less than a minute. Condensation during steaming is normal. NOTE: The timer operates regardless of whether the unit is plugged into the electrical outlet or not. Be sure the indicator light is on when setting the timer. WARNING: During use do not touch the base, steamer bowls, or I id IS they get very hot. Always use oven mitts when handling the steamer. 6. When steaming is complete, the timer will give a single ring and automatically shut off the steaming function. 9. When you have finished using the appliance, unplug from the wall socket and leave to cool completely before removing the Drip Tray. WARNING: Use caution when removing the Orip Tray. While other parts of the unit may be cool, the water in the Water Reservoir andqthe Drip Tray may still be very hot. I Useful Hints: -For high altitude cooking, steaming times may need to be increased. Exact times vary by location. *Steaming times stated in the charts and recipes are only a guide. Times may vary depending on the size of food pieces, spacing of the food in the Steamer Bow!, freshness of food, and personal preference. As you become familiar with the Steamer, adjust cooking times. *A single layer of food steams faster than several layers. Therefore, the cooking time for a larger quantity of food will be increased. For example, 2 Ibs. of broccoli florets will need longer to steam than 1 lb. -For best results, be sure pieces of food are similar in size. If pieces vary in size and layering is required, place smaller pieces on top. -Do not crowd food in the Steaming Bowl or Rice Bowl. Arrange the food with spaces between pieces to allow for maximum steam flow. -When steaming large quantities of food, remove lid about halfway through the steaming time and stir using a long handled utensil, protecting your hands from the steam with oven mitts. *DO not add salt and seasoning to the Steaming Bowl until after COOking. This is to avoid possible damage to the heating element located in the Water Reservoir. -Save liquid in Drip Tray to use in soups, sauces, and gravies. -Never steam meat or poultry from frozen. Always thaw completely first. *All the times stated in the `Steaming Charts and Recipes" are based on the use of cold water in the Water Reservoir. *The Rice Bowl is an ideal container for steaming other foods such as fruit. vegetables, puddings, quick breads, etc. Using two Steaming bowls -Always place the largest pieces of food with the longest Cooking time in the lower bowl. -You may place a different food in the stacking and lower bowls, but as condensation will drip from the stacking bowl be sure the flavors compliment each other. If steaming meat or poultry and vegetables, always place the meat or poultry in the lower bowl so that juices from raw or partially cooked meat cannot drip onto other foods. l Steaming times for food in the stacking bowl are usually slightly longer so allow an extra 5 minutes. - If foods with different cooking times are being steamed, start the food with the longest cooking time in the lower bowl. Then when the remaining steaming time reaches that of food with the shortest cooking time, carefully remove the lid with oven mitts and place the Separator Ring and stacking basket on top. Cover with lid and continue cooking. Storage and Maintenance Allow appliances to cool completely before storing. Store Food Steamer in a dry location such as on a table top or counter top, or in a cupboard shelf. Wind the electrical cord into a coil and secure with a twist fastener. Other than the recommended cleaning no further user maintenance should be necessary. Return the Food Steamer to our Hattiesburg MS, Service Center for servicing or repairs , (See page 14). 5 Special Instructions This appliance has a short supply cord to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care IS exercised in their use. If a longer extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally. Descaling the Water Reservoir After 2-3 months of consistent usage, chemical deposits may build up in the Water Reservoir and heating element inside your Food Steamer. This a normal process and the build-up will depend on the degree of water hardness in your area. It is essential the appliance is descaled regularly to maintain steam production and extend the life of the unit. 1 . Fill the Water Reservoir to the Max level with approximately 3 cups of clear vinegar (not brown vinegar). IMPORTANT: Do not use any other chemical or a proprietary descaler. 2 . Plug in a wall socket. Drip tray, steamer bowl and lid should be in place during this orocedure. 3 . Set timer for 20-25 minutes to begin steaming. WARNING: If vinegar begins to boil over the edge of base, unplug the unit and switch the timer off. Reduce the quantity of vinegar slightly. 4 . When the timer rings, unplug from the wall socket and allow to cool completely before pouring out vineqars. 5 . Rinse the Water reservoir several times with cold water. Clean other steamer parts as dlrected below. TO CLEAN YOUR FOOD STEAMER.. . Before its first use, be sure to clean all parts of the Food Steamer as directed below to ensure cleanliness. NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE, CORD, OR PLUG IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIOUID. Unplug at the wall socket and leave the appliance to cool completely before cleaning Do not clean any part of the unit with abrasive cleaners such as metal scouring pads, scouring powders, or bleach. We recommend washing the Steamer Lid, Rice Bowl, Round Cake Pan, Steamer Bowls, and Drip Tray in hot soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Alternatively, all these parts, except the Water Re ...