Rival FSD201 User Manual

Food Steamer

Owner’s Guide

FSD200
FSD201

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use potholders when removing cover or
handling hot containers to avoid burns.

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

4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or
base unit in water or other liquids.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts, and allow to cool before
cleaning the appliance.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after
the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.
Return appliance to an authorized service center for examination,
repair or adjustment.

7. Lift and open cover carefully to avoid scalding and allow water to
drip into the Food Steamer.

8. Extreme caution must be used when moving any appliance
containing hot food, water or other liquids. Avoid reaching over the
Food Steamer when in use.

9. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.

10. Do not use outdoors.

11. Do not use appliance for other than its intended use.

12. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.

13. To protect against burns caused from accidental spillage of hot liquid,
locate unit on a level and firm surface away from traffic areas where
bumping could disturb it.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (CONT.)

14. Do not operate appliance while emptying or without water in
the reservoir.

15. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, in a heated
oven, a microwave or directly under cabinets.

16. To disconnect, press the ON/OFF button until the unit turns OFF,
then remove the plug from the wall outlet.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. No user-serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. A short power cord is
provided to reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement or tripping
over a longer cord. An extension cord may be used with care. However,
the marked electrical rating should be at least as great as the electrical
rating of this appliance. The extension cord should not be allowed to
drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children
or tripped over.

POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than

the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is

intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the

plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. If the plug fits loosely into
the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm do not use that outlet.

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On / Off

WATER RESERVOIR

KNOW YOUR FOOD STEAMER

LID

RICE BOWL

REMOVABLE GRID

UPPER STEAMING BOWL

REMOVABLE GRID

LOWER STEAMING BOWL

JUICE TRAY

DIGITAL CONTROL PANEL

BASE

BASE COVER

WATER LEVEL INDICATOR

REMOVABLE RING

HEATING ELEMENT

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READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR FOOD STEAMER

BEFORE THE FIRST USE:

•

Check the voltage rating on the base, make sure it corresponds to the
main voltage in your home.

•

Remove any labels or stickers from appliance.

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Thoroughly wash LID, RICE BOWL, both STEAMING BOWLS, JUICE
TRAY, and REMOVABLE RING in warm, soapy water before first use
then rinse and dry carefully.

•

Wipe the inside of the BASE with a damp cloth.

INSTANT STEAM FUNCTION:

There is a removable HEATING ELEMENT RING included. If you place this
ring on top of the HEATING ELEMENT before cooking, the instant steam
function will produce steam in 35 seconds.

NOTE: There is a small cut on the REMOVABLE RING, which should be

facing downward when you place it over the HEATING ELEMENT.

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HOW TO USE YOUR FOOD STEAMER

1. Place unit on a flat sturdy surface with adequate room (i.e. do not

place under cabinets). The Food Steamer unit and components are
not for use in ovens (i.e. microwave, convection and/or conventional)
or on a stovetop.

2. Put the REMOVABLE RING around the HEATING ELEMENT, with the

cut facing downward.

3. Fill WATER RESERVOIR with cold tap water only. Do not put any other

liquids or add any salt, pepper, etc. in the WATER RESERVOIR.
Overfilling will prevent “FAST STEAM” from working and increase
cooking times.

4. Make sure the water should not exceed the MAX fill level as indicated

by the WATER LEVEL INDICATOR. To fill the WATER RESERVOIR, pour
cold water directly into it.

5. Place the JUICE TRAY on the base.

6. Place the STEAMING BOWLS on top of the JUICE TRAY, plug in the

cord and set the timer for the desired cooking time, up to 60
minutes. When the time is up a bell will sound, the INDICATOR
LIGHT will go out and the unit will automatically shut off.

7. When cooking in the RICE BOWL, add the rice and water directly into

the bowl and then fill the WATER RESERVOIR to the appropriate level.
Place the RICE BOWL in the LOWER STEAMING BOWL.

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HOW TO USE YOUR FOOD STEAMER (CONT.)

TO USE DOUBLE STEAMING BOWL

Place the largest piece of food with the longest cooking time in the
LOWER STEAMING BOWL then place on top of juice tray and base.
Then place the UPPER STEAMING BOWL on top of the LOWER
STEAMING BOWL.

TO USE UPPER OR LOWER STEAMING BOWL

You can place either one of the STEAMING BOWLS on top of the JUICE
TRAY and BASE. Place vegetables, seafood or other foods without sauce
or liquid in the STEAMING BOWL. Try not to block steam vents.

TO USE REMOVABLE GRIDS

The STEAMING BOWLS are fitted with REMOVABLE GRIDS which
increase the volume of cooking area and can be used to cook large
items of food, such as a whole chicken.

TO USE RICE BOWL

Place rice or other foods with sauce or liquid in RICE BOWL. Cover with
the LID. Plug into wall outlet; Set timer. When food is well cooked,
unplug unit.

NOTE: The RICE BOWL can also be used for cooking vegetables or other

foods with sauces, poaching chicken or fish in liquids, or reheating
foods like casseroles.

COOKING EGGS

Place the eggs directly into the REMOVABLE GRIDS using the especially
designed holders made for this purpose; Cover with the LID. You are
able to cook up to a dozen eggs at one time.

NOTE: Use potholders when removing the LID, or lifting the STEAMING

BOWLS, JUICE TRAY or RICE BOWL by its handles. Lift the LID
AWAY from your face and body to avoid escaping steam.

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On / Off

DIGITAL TIMER SETTING

LCD DISPLAY

POWER INDICATOR LIGHT

COUNT DOWN BUTTON ON/OFF BUTTON

COUNT UP BUTTON

•

When plugging in the Food Steamer, the time “00” will flash on
the display.

•

The cooking time can be set by pressing the COUNT UP/DOWN
BUTTON and it will display in 1 minute intervals. In the adjusting
status, the digits will keep flashing until the operation has started.

•

After setting your desired time, press the ON/OFF BUTTON to start
operation. Then it will start counting down 1 minute at a time.

•

To stop the unit from operating, press the ON/OFF BUTTON and the
time “00” will flash on the display.

•

To adjust the time when operating, press the COUNT UP/DOWN
BUTTON to set. Then the digits begin to flash until the adjustment
has finished and without pressing any button in 5 seconds, the time
display will stop flashing and continue to count down from the time
which had been set.

•

After finishing to count down, the time “00” will flash again on the
display and it will stop operating and a bell will sound.

•

If not enough water is in the RESERVOIR when operating, the time
operation will automatically stop with a continuous tone and the time
“00” will flash on the display. It cannot operate again unless the water
reservoir is refilled.

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HOW TO CLEAN YOUR FOOD STEAMER

Unplug cord from the outlet before cleaning. Allow the steamer to

cool. Never immerse the base, cord and/or plug in water.

•

Empty the JUICE TRAY and WATER RESERVOIR of their contents.

•

Wash the LID, STEAMING BOWLS, RICE BOWL, JUICE TRAY and
REMOVABLE RING in hot, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry all
parts. Or wash on top rack of dishwasher.

•

Pour hot, soapy water into the WATER RESERVOIR. Use a non­abrasive cleaner or mesh scouring pad to clean the interior. Rinse
with clean, hot water.

•

The LOWER STEAMING BOWL and RICE BOWL can nest inside the
UPPER STEAMING BOWL with the LID on top of all three to save
storage space.

•

After a period of uses, the HEATING ELEMENT surface may discolor or
start to become coated with build up. When cleaning the heating
element follow these steps:

1. Do not cover the BASE with any steamer parts

2. Pour 3 cups of clear vinegar into the WATER RESERVOIR

3. Fill the rest with water, up to the MAX fill line

4. Plug unit in and set the timer for approximately 20 minutes

5. When timer has stopped, unplug the cord from the outlet

6. DO NOT allow solution to boil over or spill onto exterior surfaces

7. Allow unit to cool completely before emptying contents

8. Rinse with cold water and use a non-abrasive scouring pad to scrub

the heating element

NOTE: DO NOT use bleach, abrasive pads/cleaners to clean ANY part of

The FOOD STEAMER.

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TIPS AND HINTS

RICE AND GRAINS

1. There are many types of rice. Follow specific directions for

variety used.

2. Accurate measuring of rice and water when combined in RICE BOWL.

Pour specified amount of water in WATER RESERVOIR. Cover and
steam.

3. For softer rice, increase water mixed with rice by 1-2 tablespoons. For

firmer rice decrease water mixed with rice by the same amount.

4. Check doneness and consistency of rice at minimum time specified

for each type, stirring rice at the same time.

5. When checking or stirring rice, be careful not to drip the

condensation into the RICE BOWL which would reduce the quality
and flavor of the rice.

6. Use only clean water in the WATER RESERVOIR.

7. Rice may be seasoned with salt, pepper or butter after steaming.

TYPE OF RICE COMBINED TO APPROXIMATE

BROWN

Regular
Parboiled 1 Cup 11⁄2 Cup 45-50

LONG GRAIN/WILD RICE MIX

Regular Mix 11⁄2 Cup 16-58
Quick Cooking Mix 13⁄4 Cup 18-20

INSTANT
WHITE

Regular 1 Cup 11⁄2 Cup 45-50
Parboiled 1 Cup 12⁄3 Cup 50-55

RICE BOWL TIME (MINUTES)

RICE WATER

1

⁄2 Cup 1 Cup 42-45

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