VitaSteam Deluxe
Food Steamer
Instruction Booklet
ST6610
Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.
Contents
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions |
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Features of your VitaSteam Deluxe |
2 |
An introduction to Steam Cooking |
4 |
Using your VitaSteam Deluxe |
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For Best Results |
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Guide to the Instant Steam Function |
6 |
Guide to Water Levels |
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Guide to using the Steaming Trays |
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Guide to using the Rice Bowl |
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Care and Cleaning |
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Cooking Times |
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Vegetables |
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Rice, Grain & Cereals |
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Fish & Seafood |
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Poultry |
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Eggs |
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Recipes |
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Vegetables |
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Rice and Pasta |
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Seafood |
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Poultry |
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Beef |
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Pork |
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Lamb |
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Dessert |
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Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR
SUNBEAM VITASTEAM DELUXE.
•Ensure your steamer is used at least 50cm (half a metre) away from a gas flame or electric element.
•Do not operate the steamer on an inclined surface.
•Do not move or cover the steamer whilst in operation.
•Do not immerse the base of the steamer in water or any other liquid.
•Use your steamer well away from walls, curtains and cupboards that may be affected by steam.
•Do not use your steamer in confined spaces.
•Remover the cover away from you after steaming.
Sunbeam are very safety conscious when designing and manufacturing consumer products, but it is essential that the product user also exercise care when using an electrical appliance. Listed below are precautions which are essential for the safe use of an electrical appliance:
•Read carefully and save all the instructions provided with an appliance.
•Always turn the power off at the power outlet before you insert or remove a plug. Remove by grasping the plug – do not pull on the cord.
•Turn the power off and remove the plug when the appliance is not in use and before cleaning.
•Do not use your appliance with an extension cord unless this cord has been checked and tested by a qualified technician or service person.
•Always use your appliance from a power outlet of the voltage (A.C. only) marked on the appliance.
•Close supervision is necessary when your appliance is being used near children or infirm persons.
•Never leave an appliance unattended while in use.
•Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
•Do not use an appliance for any purpose other than its intended use.
•Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas flame, electric element or on a heated oven. Do not place on top of any other appliance.
•Do not let the power cord of an appliance hang over the edge of a table or bench top or touch any hot surface.
•For safety reasons and to avoid maintenance by unskilled persons, some appliances are ‘sealed’ using tamperproof screws. Such appliances should always be returned to the nearest Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre for adjustment or repair if required.
•Do not operate any electrical appliance with a damaged cord or after the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any manner. If damage is suspected, return the appliance to the nearest Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre for examination, repair or adjustment.
•For additional protection, Sunbeam recommend the use of a residual current device (RCD) with a tripping current not exceeding 30mA in the electrical circuit supplying power to your appliances.
•Do not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid unless recommended.
If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance, please visit www.sunbeam.com.au or contact the Sunbeam Consumer Service Line.
Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.
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Features of your VitaSteam Deluxe
3 and 4 Litre Steaming Bowls
Enables you to cook your entire meal using one appliance. Steam meat, poultry, seafood or fish in the lower tray, then add the upper tray to steam nutritious vegetables. The steaming bowls are shatter resistant to prevent breakage.
8 Cup Capacity Rice Bowl
The separate rice bowl cooks light and fluffy rice every time.
Removable Drip Tray
Collects the fats, juices and condensation during steaming, and is removable for easy cleaning.
Neon On/Off Light
Indicates when the appliance is steaming.
75 Minute Timer with Auto-Off
Allows you to set the steamer to cook your meal exactly the way you like it. The steamer automatically turns off when it has finished cooking.
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Lid
8 cup rice bowl
4 litre steaming tray
3 litre steaming tray
Removable drip tray
Instant steam sleeve
Power base
Water Level Indicator
External water level indicator and fill hole allows you to easily add water to your steamer.
1250ml maximum water level
Handy
Steaming
Guide
450ml
low water
level
Exposed heating element
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An Introduction to Steam Cooking
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sunbeam VitaSteam Deluxe Food Steamer. You will now be able to enjoy the benefits and convenience of steam cooking.
Steaming is one of the healthiest cooking methods available, as it requires no fats or oils. Steaming ensures that fruit and vegetables retain vitamins and minerals
required for a balanced diet. Meats such as chicken can be gently steamed to retain their flavour and tenderness, while the fats drain away.
Steaming is also gentle, as the food never comes in contact with the cooking liquid, ensuring that it retains it’s shape, colour and texture.
Using your VitaSteam Deluxe
Before using your VitaSteam Deluxe for the first time, wash the steaming bowls, rice bowl, lid and drip tray in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Operate the steamer for 15 minutes using a solution of 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 2 cups water in the reservoir.
Note: You may notice a slight odour during this first operation. This is normal with many heating appliances and will not affect the performance of your steamer.
1.Fill the water reservoir above the ‘Lo’ water level and no higher than the ‘Hi’ water level.
Note: Use only clean water in your VitaSteam Deluxe. Do not use wine, stock or other liquids.
2.Put the Removable Drip Tray in place.
Note: Do not operate the Steamer without the Removable Drip Tray.
3.Place food to be steamed without sauce or liquid into the steaming bowls and place on the Power Base. If steaming with sauce or liquid, use the rice bowl and place inside one of the steaming bowls.
4.Replace the lid.
5.Insert the plug into a 230-240V power outlet and turn the power on.
6.To set the Timer first turn the dial fully clockwise to 75 minutes, then turn it anticlockwise to your desired cooking time. This ensures accurate timing. The power on light will illuminate.
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Using your VitaSteam Deluxe (continued)
7.A bell will sound when the selected time has elapsed and the steamer will automatically switch off. Using oven mitts or a cloth, remove the lid by tilting it away from you to ensure steam is safely released without scalding. Hold the lid over the steamer to allow the condensation to drain into the unit before removing completely. Remove the plug from the power outlet after use.
8.Remove the steamer tray/rice bowl and serve the food.
Note: Use caution when handling the base of the unit and steamer/rice bowl as these will be hot.
For Best Results
The cooking times stated in this booklet are a guide only. The steaming time required for specific foods is affected by the following:
•The size, quality and the temperature of the food.
•The degree to which you like your food cooked.
•The temperature of the water used for steaming.
To ensure good results using your VitaSteam Deluxe, follow these simple tips: –
•Remove food immediately after the steaming cycle is completed. Food will continue to cook slightly due to the accumulated steam, if you leave it in the steamer.
•Food should be arranged evenly in both steamer bowls. Foods of uniform size will steam at a similar rate.
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Guide to Instant Steam Function
The VitaSteam Deluxe features an Instant Steam Function that will enable steam to be generated in as little as 30 seconds. For this feature to operate you must place the Instant Steam Sleeve in position.
Instant steam valve
Cutout
The Sleeve concentrates a small amount of water around the Exposed Heating Element, quickly bringing it to boiling temperature to produce steam, rather than heating all of the water in the reservoir.
The Sleeve has a small cut out in the bottom to allow water to flow into the contained water area. When the Sleeve is in position the cut out must be located at the bottom to allow the water to flow in.
For more efficient steaming we recommend that the appliance is always operated with the Instant Steam Sleeve in position.
Guide to Water Levels
Your VitaSteam Deluxe relies on the water reservoir being full of water to operate. Fill the water reservoir with clean water only. The water level must be between the ‘LO’ (450 ml) and ‘HI’ (1250ml) markings.
When continuously cooking food with your steamer ensure that the water level does not fall below the ‘LO’ marking (450ml).
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