Sunbeam EC1300 manual Using the steaming rack, Care and cleaning

Using the steaming rack

The steaming rack can be used for steaming vegetables such as asparagus, corn and carrots or used to steam Asian dumplings and gow gees.

1.Using the measuring cup, measure the amount of water required and pour into the heating vessel. Use cold tap water.

2.Position the egg rack over the heating vessel.

3.Place the steam rack onto the egg rack.

4.Place the desired foods onto the steam rack. Place cover on.

Important: Ensure the steam vent faces away from you.

5.Insert the 3 pin plug into a 230-240 volt AC power outlet and turn the power on.

6.To commence turn the dial to 'cook' or to

'cook ' if you wish the buzzer to sound when cooking has completed.

Suggested foods and preparation

For steamed asparagus, a maximum of one bunch is recommended. Trim ends to fit.

Use setting as a guide – depending on the thickness of the asparagus; more or less water should be used.

For steaming Asian dumplings and gow gees, fill steaming tray but do not stack. Use the setting – depending on the thickness of the food; more or less water should be used.

For steamed corn cut into cobbettes. Use the

setting as a guide.

For other vegetables, cut into even size chunks, the harder the vegetable the smaller

the pieces should be. Use the setting as a guide.

Note: If the appliance completes the cooking cycle but the food is not cooked to taste, simply add a little more cold water and restart the cooking process.

Care and cleaning

After each use

Turn the power off and unplug from the power outlet.

To clean the plastic parts

Wash the cover, egg rack, poaching trays and steaming rack in warm soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly.

Note: Do not clean any parts in a dishwasher as the high temperatures reached may distort the plastic.

To clean the heating vessel

Wipe over with a damp cloth. Do not use

harsh abrasives as these will scratch the non- stick surface.

After cleaning the heating vessel, rub a small amount of vegetable or cooking oil into the non-stick surface. This allows easier removal of mineral deposits that exist normally in water.

Important: Do not immerse the unit in water or any other liquid.

Care is required when handling the egg piercer on the measuring cup.

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