Currys Essentials C70STW10 Instruction Manual PDF

STEAMER INSTRUCTION MANUAL C70STW10

Contents

Unpacking the Steamer ...............................................................................................3

First Time Use ................................................................................................................3

Product Overview .........................................................................................................4

Operation ......................................................................................................................5

Useful Hints and Tips ....................................................................................................6

Care and Maintenance .................................................................................................8 Cleaning Your Steamer .....................................................................................................................8

Descaling the Water Basin ...............................................................................................................8

Recipes ..........................................................................................................................9 Adding More Water During Cooking ...........................................................................................9

Vegetables .............................................................................................................................................9

Rice/Grains .........................................................................................................................................10

Fish and Seafood ..............................................................................................................................11

Meat and Poultry .............................................................................................................................12

Safety Warnings ......................................................................................................... 13

Electrical Information ............................................................................................... 15

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First Time Use Remove the steamer and all accessories 1. from the packing. Peel off any adhesive labels.

Wash the lid, rice bowl, steam baskets and drip tray 2. in warm, soapy water before first use. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not immerse the base in water.

Wipe the inside of the water basin with a damp 3. cloth.

Check that the voltage rating on the base 4. corresponds to the mains voltage in your home.

Lid With Steam Vent X1 (P.N.: DWG-FS018-04)

Rice Bowl X 1 (P.N.: DWG-FS010-15)

Steam Basket no. 1 X1 (P.N.: DWG-FS018-03)

Drip Tray X 1 (P.N.: DWG-FS010-18)

Steam Basket no. 2 X1 (P.N.: DWG-FS018-02)

Instruction Manual X 1 (P.N.: DWG-FS010-200-R1 )

Steam Basket no. 3 X1 (P.N.: DWG-FS018-01)

If items are missing or damaged, please contact Partmaster (UK only). Tel: 0870 6001 338 for assistance.

Unpacking the Steamer Remove all packaging from the steamer. Retain the packaging. If you dispose it please do so according to local regulations.

The following items are included:

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Currys Essentials Steamer. We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers. You will also find some hints and tips to help you resolve any issues. Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this instruction manual for future reference.

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Lid With Steam Vents

Steam Basket no. 3

Rice Bowl

Drip Tray: collect juices

Steam Basket no. 1 With Integrated Egg Holders

Min Water Level Marking

Water Basin

Heating Element

ON Indicator (GREEN)

60 Mins. Timer Switch

Power Indicator (RED)

Max Water Level Marking

Base

Steam Basket no. 2

The 3 steam baskets must be stacked in the sequence shown in the diagram.

Product Overview

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MAXIMUM LEVEL

Do not add any salt, pepper, seasonings, herbs, wine, sock or any liquid other than tap water to the water basin.

Make sure that the steamer is correctly assembled before using. Never use other baskets and parts other than those specially designed for use with this steamer.

The timer operates regardless of whether the steamer is plugged into the mains socket or not. Be sure that the ON indicator illuminates when setting the timer.

During the operation do not touch the base, baskets or lid as they get very hot.

Operation Place the steamer on a flat, sturdy surface away from 1. walls and overhanging cupboards.

Pour cold water into the water basin. Do not exceed 2. the maximum mark or less than the minimum mark.

Place the drip tray in the base making sure it sits flat.3.

Select how many steam baskets you will need. Stack 4. the steam baskets in the sequence shown on page 7.

If you want to cook rice using the rice bowl. Place 1 5. volume of rice and 1.5 volume of water in the rice bowl (220 grams rice max, 330ml water) and then place the rice bowl in steamer basket no. 1.

Cover the steam basket with the lid.6.

Plug the steamer into the mains socket. The Power 7. indicator will illuminate. Do not operate the steamer without steaming basket and lid in place.

Set the time for cooking the food according to the 8. recipes on page 1215. The ON indicator (GREEN) will illuminate and after a while the steaming will begin. Condensation during steaming is normal .

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To prevent burns, always use oven gloves or a cloth when removing the lid or steaming baskets as hot steam will escape. Remove the lid slowly with the inside of the lid pointing away from you and let the steam escape gradually. Hold the lid over the steamer to allow the condensation to drain into the steamer.

Do not reach into the steamer while steaming. If you need to check on cooking progress, use a long handled utensil.

When the steaming is complete, the timer will sound and the ON indicator will go 9. off. The steamer will then switch off automatically.

In order to prevent foods from being overcooked, turn the timer to Off position 10. and unplug the steamer immediately. Remove the steam basket, use a cloth, and place it on a plate or on the reversed lid. If you have used the rice bowl, remove this carefully, holding it by its sides.

After use, unplug the steamer and allow it to cool completely before putting it 11. away.

Useful Hints and Tips Steaming times stated in the charts and recipes are intended as a guide. If you have followed the instructions and the food is still not sufficiently cooked, simply steam for a little longer until satisfied.

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 2lb of cauliflower will need longer to steam than 1lb.

For best results, be sure pieces of food are similar in size. If pieces vary in size and layering is required, place the smaller pieces on the top.

Do not crowd food in the steaming basket or rice bowl. Arrange the food with spaces between the pieces to allow for maximum steam flow.

When steaming large quantities of food, remove the lid about halfway through the steaming time and stir using a long handled utensil, protecting your hands from the steam with oven gloves.

Never steam meat, poultry or seafood from frozen. Always thaw completely first.

All the times stated in the Steaming Charts and Recipes are based on the use of cold water, but to slightly reduce the steaming time you may use warm (but not boiling) water to start.

The rice bowl is an ideal container for steaming other foods such as fruit, vegetables, vegetable pates, puddings. etc.

Always place the largest pieces of food with the longest cooking time in the lower basket.

You may place different foods in the upper and lower baskets, but as condensation will drip from the upper basket be sure the flavours compliment each other.

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While steaming meat or poultry and vegetables, always place the meat or poultry in the lower basket so that juices from raw or partially cooked meat cannot drip onto other food.

Steaming times for food in the upper basket are usually slightly longer so allow a minimum of extra 5 minutes.

If you are cooking food with different cooking times, place the food that requires the longest cooking time in the lowest basket and start cooking it first. When the timer reaches the setting for the next basket of food, remove the lid using oven gloves or a cloth, and add the basket to the stack on the power base. Cover with the lid and continue steaming.

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Plug the steamer in at the mains socket. The drip tray, lid and rice bowl are not 2. used during this procedure.

Set the timer to 20-25 minutes.3.

Care and Maintenance

Cleaning Your Steamer Never immerse the base, mains cable or mains plug in water.

Unplug at the mains socket and leave the steamer to cool completely for min. 30 minutes before cleaning.

Do not clean any part of the steamer with abrasive cleaners e.g. scouring powders, scouring pads, wire wool, washing soda, or bleach.

Do not clean clear plastic bowls with the abrasive pad of a cleaning sponge.

We recommended washing the lid, rice bowl and drip tray in hot water and washing-up liquid. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Empty the water basin and change the water after each use.

Do not immerse the base in water. Fill the water basin with warm, soapy water and wipe with a cloth. Rinse thoroughly. Descale the interior after every 7 to 10 uses (see direction below).

Wipe the base with a damp cloth.

Descaling the Water Basin After 7 to 10 uses in hard water areas, scale deposits may build up on the heating element. This is a normal process and the build-up will depend on the degree of water hardness in your area. It is essential the steamer is descaled regularly to maintain steam production and extend the life of the steamer.

Fill the water basin and the heating element compartment with white vinegar or 1. vinegar water up to the maximum mark.

Do not use any other chemical or a proprietary descaler.

If the vinegar begins to boil over the edge of the base, switch off the timer and unplug the steamer. Reduce the quantity of vinegar slightly.

When the timer rings, unplug the steamer from the mains socket and allow it to 4. cool completely before pouring out the vinegar.

Rinse the water basin several times with cold water.5.

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Recipes Steaming times stated in the charts and recipes are intended as a guide. If you have followed the instructions and the food is still not sufficiently cooked, simply steam for a little longer until satisfied.

The steaming times are all based on food cooked in the lower basket, unless specifically stated otherwise. Food cooked in the upper basket may take slightly longer to cook.

All times stated in the charts and recipes are based on the use of cold water.

Adding More Water During Cooking For recipes with long cooking times, reset the timer and top up with more water. When refilling, always switch off the steamer first and empty the drip tray carefully as the liquid may be hot. Add sufficient warm water (but not boiling water) for the remaining time.

Vegetables Cut off thick stems from cauliflower, broccoli and cabbage.

Steam leafy, green vegetables for the shortest possible time as they loose colour easily.

Salt and season vegetables after steaming for best results.

Frozen vegetables should not be thawed before steaming.

Food Type Quantity Steam Times Special Notes

Artichokes Fresh 3 Med. 45-50 minutes Cut off base.

Asparagus Fresh

Frozen

400g

400g

13-15 minutes

16-18 minutes

Lie flat in basket crisis cross 2nd layer to allow steam flow.

Baby Sweetcorn

Fresh 230g 30-35 minutes Stir halfway through steam time.

Green Beans Fresh,

Whole Frozen

400g

400g

38-40minutes

25-28minutes

Stir halfway through steam time.

Runner Beans

Fresh, slices 400g 45-50 minutes Stir halfway through steam time.

Broccoli Fresh, florets Frozen

400g

400g

16-18 minutes

15-18 minutes

Remove stalk. Stir halfway through steam time.

Cabbage Fresh, sliced 400g 35-40 minutes Stir halfway through steam time.

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Food Type Quantity Steam Times Special Notes

Carrots Fresh. 1/4 in slices

400g 20-22 minutes Stir always through steam time.

Cauliflower Fresh, florets Frozen

400g

400g

16-18 minutes 18-20 minutes

Stir halfway through steam time.

Courgettes Fresh, 1/4 in slices

400g 15-18 minutes Stir halfway through steam time.

Button Mushrooms

Fresh 200g 12-15 minutes Stir halfway through steam time. Use stock for gravy, sauce or stock.

Peas Frozen 400g 15-18 minutes Stir halfway through steam time.

New Potatoes

Fresh, very small

400g 20-22 minutes Turn each potato over halfway through cooking.

Spinach Fresh Frozen 250g

400g

8-10 minutes

18-20 minutes

Rice/Grains If you prefer stickier rice, remove the drip tray.

Use the rice bowl and add the required quantity of liquid together with the rice.

Food Type Quantity

Rice or Grain

Water Level Steam Time Special Notes

Rice White easy cook

200g

400g

1 cup/ 0.3L

3 cups/ 0.6L

20 minutes

30 minutes

Serves 2

Serves 4

Brown 200g 1 cup/ 0.3L 35 minutes Serves 3

Rice Pudding

Pudding rice

100g rice +30g caster sugar

1 pt / 0.5L warm milk

75 minutes Reset timer after 60 mins and add more water to Max level.

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Fish and Seafood Fish is cooked when it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Frozen fish may be steamed without defrosting if separated before steaming and the cooking time is extended.

Add lemon wedges and herbs while steaming to improve flavour.

Food Type Quantity Steam Time Special Notes

Fish Fillets Frozen Fresh 250g

250g

10-12 minutes

6-8 minutes

Fish, 3/4 In Thick Steaks

Cod, salmon Tuna

250/400g

250/400g

10-12 minutes

12-15 minutes

Clams Fresh 400g See notes Layer shells for maximum steam flow. Steaming is done when shells are completely open.

Lobster Tails Fresh 2 tails 20-22 minutes Meat will be opaque when done. Cook longer if necessary.

Mussels Fresh 400g 8-10 minutes Steaming is done when shells completely open.

Oysters Fresh 6 16-10 minutes Steaming is done when shells completely open.

Scallops Fresh 400g 8-10 minutes Stir halfway through steam time. Meat opaque and flaky when done.

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Meat and Poultry Steaming has the advantage of allowing all the fat to drip away during cooking. Due to the gentle heat only choose tender lean cuts of meat and trim off all fat. Meat suitable for grilling is ideal for steaming.

Marinade meat and poultry with flavoursome sauces before steaming.

Thoroughly cook all food before serving. Pierce with a knife or skewer to check that the centre is cooked and the juices run clear.

Sausages must be completely cooked before steaming.

Use fresh herbs while steaming to add flavour.

Food Type Quantity Steam Time Special Notes

Beef In slices of rump, sirloin or fillet steak

250g 8-10 minutes Trim off all fat.

Steamed beef has a firm texture.

Chicken Boneless breast

4 pieces 12-15 minutes Remove skin before cooking. Layer for maximum steam flow.

Drumsticks 4 pieces 20-25 minutes After steaming brown skin under grill, if desired.

Lamb Chops with or without bone

4 chops (in thick)

10-15 minutes Trim off all fat.

Loin cut into pieces

400g 10-15 minutes Trim off all fat.

Pork Tenderloin, fillet, loin steaks or loin chops

400g or 4 pieces (in thick)

5-10 minutes Trim off all fat.

Sausages

(Pre-Cooked)

Frankfurters

Knockwurst

400g

400g

15 minutes

10 minutes

Pierce skins before steaming.

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Safety Warnings When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions and retain this instruction manual.1.

Do not touch hot surfaces. Use oven gloves when removing cover or handling hot 2. containers.

Be careful, burns can occur from touching hot parts, hot water, steam or food.3.

Position appliance away from walls and cabinets to prevent damage from steam.4.

To prevent burns, remove lid slowly with the inside of the lid pointing away from 5. you and let the steam escape gradually.

Use oven gloves or a cloth when removing the lid, rice bowl and steam baskets.6.

Do not reach over the appliance while it is generating steam.7.

When checking food, use a long handled spoon or tongs.8.

Always use sufficient water for the steaming time.9.

Unplug the appliance when not in use. Unplug and allow it to cool before 10. cleaning.

To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse mains cable, mains plug or 11. base unit in water.

Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near 12. children.

Keep the appliance out of the reach of children when in use.13.

Do not operate appliance with a damaged mains cable or mains plug, or after any 14. appliance malfunctions or damage. Return appliance to authorised service facility for repair.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with 15. reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliances by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the 16. appliance.

Never immerse the appliance, mains cable or mains plug in water or any other 17. liquid.

Use the appliance on a stable, level work surface away from water.18.

Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the mains cable.19.

If the mains cable is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service 20. agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Do not place the appliance or any part of the unit near a heat source or in an 21. oven.

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Do not allow the mains cable to hang over the edge of the work surface, as it 22. could be accidentally pulled.

Do not use the appliance if the appliance or mains cable is damaged.23.

Do not line the water basin with aluminium foil.24.

Do not use outdoors.25.

Use of accessory attachments not recommended.26.

Do not let mains cable touch hot surfaces.27.

Do not place near hot gas or electric burner or in heated oven.28.

Caution when moving appliance containing hot food or other hot liquids.29.

Lift and open the cover carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water to drip into 30. the appliance.

Do not place the appliance directly under cabinets when operating as this 31. product produces large amounts of steam.

Some water will remain in the water basin after the steamer has turned off; this is 32. normal.

Do not use any steam parts in microwave or on heated surface.33.

Fill the water basin with water before plugging the mains cable otherwise the 34. appliance may be damaged.

Always fill the water basin between the Max. and Min. water level before 35. operation. Do not refill during operation as the hot water and steam will scald.

Let the appliance cool down for 30 mins before refilling the water or storing the 36. appliance.

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Electrical Information Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage of your electricity supply matches the voltage indicated on the rating plate of the appliance.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

The ultimate disconnection from the power source is the mains plug. Always make sure it is easily accessible to be unplugged in the event of an emergency.

This appliance is fitted with a fused three pin mains plug to BS 1363 which is suitable for use in all houses fitted with mains sockets to current specifications.

If the fitted mains plug is not suitable, remove the fuse and dispose of the mains plug safely, immediately after removing it from the mains cable.

Fitting a new mains plug If for any reason you need to fit a new mains plug, the mains cable must be connected as shown here. The wires in the mains cable fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code:

If the colours of the wires in the mains cable of this appliance do not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your mains plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured

Green and Yellow: MUST be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter E (Earth) or symbol or coloured Green.

Blue: MUST be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N (Neutral) or coloured Blue or Black.

Brown MUST be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L (Live) or coloured Brown or Red.

Before refitting the mains plug cover, check that there are no cut or stray strands of wire inside the mains plug. Only BSI or ASTA approved 13 Amp BS1362 fuses should be used. If you are in any way unsure which mains plug or fuse to use, always refer to a qualified electrician.

CONNECT GREEN AND YELLOW TO EARTH (E)

CONNECT BLUE TO

NEUTRAL (N)

MAKE SURE THE OUTER SHEATH OF THE MAINS CABLE IS SECURELY HELD BY THE CLAMP

CONNECT BROWN TO LIVE (L)

13 AMP FUSE

After replacing or changing a fuse on a moulded mains plug which has a fuse cover, the cover must be refitted to the mains plug, the steamer must not be used without a fuse cover. If lost, replacement fuse covers can be obtained from an electrical shop.

Technical Specification

Model C70STW10

Mains supply 230V ~ 50Hz AC only

NOTE: If you require a replacement for any of the items listed below, please quote their corresponding part numbers:

Replacement Part Part Number

Lid With Steam Vent DWG-FS018-04

Steam basket no. 1 DWG-FS018-03

Steam basket no. 2 DWG-FS018-02

Steam basket no. 3 DWG-FS018-01

Rice Bowl DWG-FS010-15

Drip Tray DWG-FS010-18

Instruction Manual DWG-FS010-200-R1

DSG Retail Ltd. Maylands Avenue Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 7TG England

This symbol on the product or in the instructions means that your electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed at the end of its life separately from your household waste. There are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU. For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product.

(P.N.: DWG-FS010-200-R1 )

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