Tefal VC100715 User Manual

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ULTRA COMPACT

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DESCRIPTION

1 Lid handle
2 Lid
3 Steam basket n° 3

(depending on the model)

4 Removable base with clips and

built-in egg holder

5 Steam basket n° 2
6 Steam basket n° 1
7 1 L capacity rice bowl

(depending on model)

8 Juice collector

9 Water-fill drawer
10 Removable turbo ring
11 Inside Maximum water level
12 Water tank (1.5L capacity and

1 hour continuous use)

13 Heating element
14 Exterior water level indicator
15 60-minute timer
16 On indicator light
17 Mains cord

PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT

Environment protection first!

Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be
recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

Please follow the instructions for use carefully. This appliance
produces boiling hot steam.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• For your safety, this appliance complies with the
applicable standards and regulations

– Low voltage directive
– Electromagnetic compatibility
– The environment
– Materials in contact with food.

• Check that the power supply voltage corresponds to
that shown on the appliance (alternating current).

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• Given the diverse standards in effect, if the
appliance is used in a country other than that
in which it is purchased, have it checked by an
approved service centre.

• Do not place the appliance near a heat source or
in a hot oven, as serious damage could result.

• Use a flat, stable, heat resistant work surface,
away from any water splashes.

• Never place the appliance in a tray or other
container which would allow water to accumulate
around the base.

• Never leave the appliance unattended whilst
connected to the power supply, even if for a few
moments, especially where children are present.
Keep away from children.

• Do not leave the power cord close to or in contact
with sources of heat or sharp edges.

• Do not leave the cord hanging.

• Always plug the appliance into an earthed socket.

• Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the cord.

• Do not use the appliance if:

– the appliance or the cord is damaged.
– the appliance has fallen or shows visible damage

or does not work properly.
In the event of the above, the appliance must be
sent to an approved Service Centre.

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• If the power supply cable is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, the aftersales
service or a similarly qualified person in order to
avoid any risk.

• Burns can occur by touching the hot surface of

the appliance, the hot water, the steam or the
food.

• Always unplug the appliance:

– immediately after use,
– when moving it,
– prior to any cleaning or maintenance.

• Never immerse the appliance in water!

• Do not place the appliance near a wall or a
cupboard: the steam produced by the appliance
can cause damage.

• Do not move the appliance when it is full of
liquids or hot foods.

• This appliance is designed for domestic use only.
In case of professional use, inappropriate use
or failure to comply with the instructions, the
manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the
guarantee does not apply.

• It is not intended to be used in the following
applications, and the guarantee will not apply for:

– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other

working environments;

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– farm houses;
– by clients in hotels, motels and other residential

type environments;

– bed and breakfast type environments.

• Do not touch the appliance when it is steaming
and use oven gloves to remove the lid, rice bowl
and steam baskets.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.

PREPARATION

Prior to use

• Using warm water and washing up liquid, wash all the removable parts

and the inside of the water tank.

• Rinse and dry.

Do not immerse the base unit or water tank when cleaning in water.

Preparing the steamer

• Place the base unit on a flat, stable, heat resistant work surface away

from water splashes and other sources of heat.

• Place the turbo ring around the heating element ensuring it is the right

way round (the largest part on the bottom).

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