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MultiTier Food &
Whole Grain Steamer
Instruction Manual
Item # AS-1500-BL
850W 60Hz, 110-120V
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Thank you for your purchase of The Biggest Loser™ Multi Tier Food & Whole Grain Steamer. Please READ this instruction manual carefully before use. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Special Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Descriptive Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USING. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use potholders when removing cover or handling hot con- tainers to avoid steam burns. Always use handles. 3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs or this appliance in water or any other liquid. 4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or n
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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. • This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To re- duce the risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way. • Make sure the voltage in your outlet is the same as the voltage indicated on the appliance. This appliance is
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DESCRIPTIVE DIAGRAM 1. Top Cover 2. Rice Bowl 1 3. Upper Steaming Bowl removable base 4. Upper Steaming Bowl with 2 6 position egg holder 5. Lower Steaming Bowl with 6 position egg holder 3 6. Juice Collector 7. Steam Heating Element Cover 4 8. Water Tank 9. Water Level Indicator Window 10. Timer 11. Power On Light 5 12. Water Inlet (2 sides) 6 7 12 8 9 10 11 5
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USING YOUR MULTI TIER FOOD & WHOLE GRAIN STEAMER BEFORE FIRST USE • Make sure the voltage in your outlet is the same as the voltage indicated on the appliance. This appliance is for 120 –Volt AC electrical outlet only. • Remove any bags, labels or stickers from the appliance. • Clean the water tank with a damp soft cloth • Wash all of the removable parts using a sponge, warm water and mild dish de- tergent. Rinse and dry carefully. • When re-assembling, be sure to put the Steam Heating Element C
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COOKING To Use the Lower Steaming Bowl • Place the lower steaming bowl on the juice collector. • Clean and prepare your food. • Place vegetables, seafood or other food without sauce or liquid into the steaming bowl. Arrange food in the center of the bowl. Avoid blocking steam vents. • Both the Upper and Lower steaming bowls can be used for eggs. There are 6 positions in the bottom of each steaming bowl to hold a total of 12 eggs. • Place the lid on the steaming bowl. • Plug the appliance in. • S
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Using the Rice Bowl • Place rice or other foods with sauce or liquid in the rice bowl. Place the rice bowl in the lower steaming bowl and cover with the lid. • Plug the appliance in. • Set the timer for the recommended cooking time. • When food is fully cooked to your taste, unplug the unit. • After cooking, for best results, allow the rice to stand for 5 to 10 minutes with the lid on. Carefully open the lid, taking care to avoid escaping steam. • Use a long handled utensil or rice paddle to mix
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TABLE OF COOKING TIMES Cooking Rice Different types of rice require different cooking directions. Please follow specific directions for the variety used. • Measure rice and water then COMBINE them in the rice bowl. • Fill water tank with water to specified amount. Use only clean water in the water tank. • Cover and steam. • For softer rice, increase by 1 to 2 Tablespoons the amount of water mixed in with the rice. For firmer rice, decrease the amount of water mixed with rice by 1 to 2 Tablespoons. •
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COOKING SEAFOOD Steaming times listed in the chart below are approximate. Most fish and seafood cook very quickly. • Steam in small portions or in amounts specified. • Clams, Mussels, and Oysters may open at different times; check the shells to avoid overcooking. • Adjust steaming times accordingly. 10
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COOKING VEGETABLES Clean the vegetables thoroughly. Cut off stems; trim, peel or chop if necessary. Smaller pieces will steam faster than larger pieces. For softer vegetable texture, in- crease steaming time, for firmer texture, decrease steaming time according to taste. 11
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• Quantity, quality, freshness, size and consistent temperature of frozen food may affect steam timing. Adjust water amount and cooking time as desired. • Frozen vegetables should not be thawed before steaming. • Some frozen vegetables will produce better results if placed in the rice bowl during steaming. Frozen vegetables should be separated or stirred after 10-12 minutes. Use a long-handled fork or spoon to separate or stir to avoid steam burns on hands and arms. COOKING MEAT OR POULTRY Prepar
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USDA RECOMMENDED MINIMUM INTERNAL COOKING TEMPERATURES Note: These are the recommended internal temperatures of the FOOD COOKING FRUIT 13
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COOKING EGGS CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE After each use and before cleaning, unplug the appliance from outlet and allow the steamer to cool. Do not attempt to clean the unit while still hot. • CAUTION: NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE UNIT, CORD OR PLUG IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID • Once cooled, empty the juice collector and the water tank. If there is a small amount of water remaining inside the tank, you can just turn the unit upside down carefully and the water will come out of the water inlet. • Wash lid, s
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• Pour a solution of 64 ounces of cold water and 4 ounces of clear vinegar to the max fill level. DO NOT use the steam element cover, lid, bowls or juice collector during this process. • Heat uncovered. • Insert the plug into outlet and set the timer to 20 minutes. • Do not allow the vinegar solution to overflow. • When the timer rings after 20 minutes, unplug the unit, allow to cool, pour vinegar solution out and use clean cold water several times to rinse and clean the surface of the heating ele
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WARRANTY INFORMATION Taylor® warrants this product to be free from defects in material or workmanship for one (1) year for the original purchaser from date of retail purchase. It does not cover damages or wear resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, commercial use, or unauthorized adjustment and/or repair. If service is required, do not return to re- tailer. Should this product require service (or replacement at our option), please contact Taylor Customer Service at 1-800-289-0944. There are no
