User manual HITACHI STM-1

[. . . ] Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or touch hot surface. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquid. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord in the wall outlet. [. . . ] If you used the food bowl, remove it carefully, holding it by the side, and use a long utensil if necessary. After use, unplug the appliance and leave it to cool down completely before putting it away. Some recommendations You can reduce cooking times significantly by filling the reservoir with warm water, but note that cooking times given in the recipes are for use with cold water. 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. 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. 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. 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. As you become familiar with your steamer you can adjust cooking times to suit your personal preference. Food in an upper basket may take slightly longer to cook. Food Fish fillet Fish in thick steaks Clams Type Sole, plaice Cod , Haddock, Trout Cod, Salmon Fresh Quantity 250g 250g 4 steaks 500g Cooking time 9-13min 5-10min 15-18min Special notes Lobster tails Fresh Mussel Oysters Scallops Fresh Fresh Fresh 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 cooking time is extended Add lemon wedges and herbs to the steaming baskets to improve flavour See notes Layer shells for maximum steam flow. [. . . ] 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. However, should a malfunction occur for which you cannot find any information in the operating instructions, please contact your local Dixons or Currys store. Before we continually strive to improve our products, specifications may change without prior notice. No part of this publication may be produced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior permission in writing of Dixons Stores Group, nor be otherwise circulated in any form or binding or cover other than that in which it is published and without a similar condition including this condition being imposed on the subsequent purchaser. We continually strive to improve our products, specifications may change without prior notice. Partmaster Direct can provide accessories, spares, batteries and replacement parts with Next Day Delivery available upon request. [. . . ]