TIPS AND HINTS
For best results, use purified water to minimize a buildup of calcium in the sterilizing chamber.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Q:Why won’t sterilizing start when I turn the unit on?
A:Check that the plug is securely inserted into the outlet.
A:The sterilizing chamber may be empty. Add water to the sterilizing chamber.
Q:How do I empty the unit of excess water?
A:To empty the unit of excess water, tilt the unit onto its side over the sink and any extra water will come out.
Q:Why is there a white residue in the ster- ilizing chamber?
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Q:Why are the bottles coming out with marks on them?
A:This can happen when the sterilizer has a buildup of calcium deposits. Refer to the Decalcification section in Cleaning and Maintenance, following.
Q: Why is the sterilizing cycle taking so long?
A:Too much water has been added to the sterilizing chamber. Exactly 100mL of water should be used each time to sterilize.
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning accessories and base
Clean all accessories in warm soapy water or on the top rack of the dishwasher.
Wipe the base clean with a damp sponge or cloth. Dry it immediately. Never submerge the base or the plug in water or other liquids.
Decalcification
Sometimes mineral deposits form inside the steam chamber that can cause damage to the machine. To avoid buildup of these minerals, the unit should be
To descale, pour 1 cup of white (distilled) vin- egar into the sterilizing chamber. Let it stand for at least 2 hours and then empty. Rinse the unit with water after you empty the unit of the vinegar to ensure it is properly rinsed out. Repeat if necessary.
Storage
The Cuisinart Baby® Electric Steam Sterilizer stores neatly on the countertop in a minimum of space. When it is not in use, make sure to empty any leftover water from the unit and leave it unplugged. The hidden cord storage underneath the base will help keep excess cord off the countertop.
The Cuisinart Baby® Electric Steam Sterilizer is intended for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. Any service other than cleaning and normal user maintenance should be performed by an au- thorized Cuisinart Service Representative.
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