User manual HITACHI STM-1

[. . . ] To disconnect, turn any control to "off', then remove plug from wall outlet. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surface. 13. Do not use appliance for other than intended 6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged household use only. [. . . ] Do not pack too tightly in the steaming basket or food bowl. Leave some space for steam to circulate as much as possible. The time indicated may vary depending on the size of pieces of food, the space left between items, the quality of food used and individual taste. Once you are familiar with the appliance, you will be able to adjust these times. For best results, use pieces of food of approximately the same size. If the pieces are of different sizes, and need to be put in layers, put the smallest pieces on top. If you are steaming large quantities of food, remove the lid halfway through the cooking time, stir the food and put the lid back on. Use the juices collected i n the juice accessory to make soups, sauces, etc. Use of several steaming basket at the same time It is possible to put different food items in each basket, but make sure that their flavors complement each other. If you are cooking food with different cooking times, start cooking in lower basket with the food requiring a longer cooking time. When the timer reaches the setting for cooking the food which requires a shorter cooking time, remove the lid using a cloth, and put the higher bowl in position. Close and continue cooking. Clean and care Clean your food steamer after every use Cleaning and maintenance Do not use abrasive cleaning products. Do not clean the plastic bowls with the scourer side of a sponge. Do not immerse the base of the product in water. Plastic accessories can be washed in the dishwasher. Empty the reservoir and refill the appliance with fresh water before each use. Descaling After using the appliance several times, scale may form on the heating element, depending on the hardness of the water used. It is recommended to descale the appliance regularly, so that steam formation is not impeded, and to prolong the life of your appliance. Fill the water reservoir and the turbo ring with a solution of tap water and white vinegar to the maximum level mark. Do not use other descaling products Note: The juice collector, steaming basket, lid and the food bowl are not used during this operation. If the vinegar boils over, stop the timer and unplug the appliance. When the timer rings, unplug the appliance and wait for it to cool down before emptying out the vinegar. Rinse the reservoir with clear water several times. Steaming charts and recipes The steaming times stated in these charts are a guide only. Steaming time will vary depending on the size of food pieces, spacing of the food in the steamer basket, freshness of the food and personal taste. [. . . ] Steam leaky, green vegetables for the shortest time possible as they lose colour easily. Salt and season vegetables after steaming for best results Frozen vegetables should not be thawed before steaming. Food Artichokes Asparagus Type Fresh Fresh Quantity Cooking Special notes time 4 med 500g 40-45min Cut off base 8-13min Lie flat in basket. Crisscross second layer to allow steam to flow. 30-35min Stir halfway through steam time 30min Stir halfway through steam time 8-10min Stir halfway through steam time 7-12min Remove stalk. Stir halfway through steam time 14-18min Stir halfway through steam time 25min Stir halfway through steam time 8-11min Stir halfway through steam time 6-12min Stir halfway through steam time 6min 15-20min Stir halfway through steam time 15-20min Stir halfway through steam time 20-23min Turn each potato over half through cooking 25-30min Turn each potato over half through cooking Baby Sweetcorn Beans, green Beans, runner Broccoli Cabbage Carrots Cauliflower Courgettes Greengrocery Mushrooms button Peas Potatoes New Potatoes Old Fresh Fresh, whole Fresh, slices Fresh, florets Fresh, sliced Fresh, sliced Fresh, florets Fresh, 1/4 in slices fresh Fresh, quarters Fresh, quarters Frozen Fresh, very small Fresh, cut into 2oz pieces 250g 500g 500g 500g 500g 500g 500g 500g 500g 250g 250g 500g 500g 750g Specifications Power supply Power consumption 220~240V AC/50Hz 1000 to 1080 Watts Customer Service The highest quality requirements are placed on our appliances. [. . . ]