User manual HITACHI HSTM300SS

[. . . ] always be followed, including the DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects filled with liquids, such as vases, to be placed on the equipment. DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way - switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind - it is better to be safe than sorry!Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, check the voltage on the label corresponds with the voltage in you home, if this is not the case, please don't use the appliance and contact your dealer. [. . . ] Note: The flow marks on the steamer plates' surface are not a defect and they will not affect the cooking quality, cooking time or the functionality of the plates. Operate the steamer as described in "How to Use Your Steamer" on the next page, filling the water tank to the Max level with cold water. Place the empty baskets and lid on the power base. When the water is boiling, press the "On/Off" button for 2 seconds to switch off. Allow the steamer to cool down completely and then discard the water. 2. 3. How To Use Your Steamer 1. Place the power base on a stable surface, away from any objects which could be damaged by steam. Place the tube over the heating element in the water tank. Fill the water tank with cold water: · Fill to the Max level for food requiring at least 13 minutes steaming time. · Fill to the Min level for food requiring less than 13 minutes. Place the juice collector on the base and check that it is level. Caution: Don't add any salt, pepper, herbs, seasoning, wine, stock, or any liquid other than water to the water tank. Put the food into the steamer baskets and place the baskets on the power base. Press the "Mode" button to choose a steam program: bread, rice, fish, chicken or vegetables. The display shows the minimum steam time for the food type. To increase the steam time, press the "Adjust" button. Press the "On/Off" button to start the steamer. When steaming finishes, the steamer will beep. Remove the baskets immediately, using oven gloves to prevent burns. Note: To stop the steamer during operation, press the "On/Off" button for 2 seconds. Unplug the steamer from the mains and allow it to cool down completely. Empty the water tank and refill it with fresh water before each use. Note: Be careful when removing the drip tray. [. . . ] The steamer baskets, lid, juice collector and rice pan are not used during this operation. Set timer for approx. 20-25 minutes and start steaming. If the vinegar mixture boils over, switch off the steamer and unplug from the outlet. When steaming finishes, unplug the steamer from the outlet and allow it to cool down before pouring the vinegar mixture out. [. . . ]