Toastmaster EST7 User Manual

EST7/EST7QVC/EST7 INF

Hi!

A long time a go I had a dream to steam. Now that dream has

come true with Steam Heat™. Never before has a steamer been

designed to do so much.

With my three individually controlled steaming compartments you

can steam anything from a snack or breakfast to a complete

dinner and dessert.

Steaming your food has benefits like no other form of cooking.

Meats and fish are moist and juicy, vegetables retain all their

vitamins and nutrients and desserts are full of flavor.

Steaming has always been one of my secrets to losing weight

and keeping it off. With a set of easy recipes for you to follow,

steaming will become your kitchen’s best friend.

Happy Steaming!

1. Important Safeguards.........................................................1

2. Additional Important Safeguards........................................2

a. Polarized Plug................................................................4

b. Short Cord Instructions..................................................4

c. Plasticizer Warning.........................................................4

d. Electric Power................................................................4

3. Getting to know your Richard Simmons

Electronic Steamer..............................................................5

a. Before First Use.............................................................6

4. Operating Instructions........................................................7

a. Setting Up.......................................................................7

b. Steaming.........................................................................8

5. User Maintenance Instructions.........................................12

a. Care and Cleaning.......................................................12

b. Descaling.....................................................................13

c. Storing..........................................................................13

6. Hints and Tips..................................................................14

i. Rice and Grain..................................................14

ii. Vegetables.........................................................15

iii. Seafood............................................................15

iv. Eggs.................................................................15

7. Steaming Charts...............................................................16

a) Rice and Grain Steaming Chart..................................16

b) Vegetable Steaming Chart..........................................17

c) Seafood Steaming Chart.............................................18

d) Pre-cooked Meat and Poultry Steaming Chart...........18

e) Egg Steaming Chart....................................................19

f) Fruit Steaming Chart...................................................19

8. Recipes.............................................................................20

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 handles.

3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord,

plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used

by or near children.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.

Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug

or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Consumer Service for examination, repair or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the

appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch

hot surfaces.

10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a

heated oven.

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance

containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

12. To disconnect, turn any control to OFF, then remove plug

from wall outlet.

13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat

and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury

to persons or damage to property.

1. A person who has not read and understood all operating and

safety instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.

2. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in

water, unplug it from the wall outlet immediately. Do not reach into the water!

3. When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above

and on all sides for air circulation. Do not operate this appliance while it is touching or near curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dishtowels or other flammable materials.

4. To reduce the risk of fire, do not leave this appliance

unattended during use.

5. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use,

immediately unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair a malfunctioning appliance!

6. The cord to this appliance should only be plugged into a

120V AC electrical wall outlet.

7. Do not use this appliance in an unstable position.

8. Do not use the Food Steamer if the Drip Tray or Steamer

Base, or if any Steamer Bowl is cracked or damaged.

9. Make sure the Food Steamer is unplugged and the steaming

water has cooled before cleaning.

10. Never plug the Food Steamer into the wall outlet until you

snap the rings into position around the heating elements. Next, fill the Steamer Base with water and then place the Drip Tray inside the Steamer Base.

11. Avoid electric shock by unplugging the Steamer

before washing.

12. To avoid steam burns, position the Lids’ Steam Vents

towards the back of the unit during cooking.

WARNING: Steam is hot and can cause burns. Keep hands

and face away from Steam Vents in the Lids during cook-

ing. Use protective oven mitts to remove Steamer Bowls

from the Base and to lift the Lids. When removing the Lids

after steaming, always tilt Lids away from your face to

avoid burns caused from steam.

13. The Steamer Base and components are not for use in ovens

(microwave, convection, or conventional) or on a stove-top.

CAUTION: While steaming, make sure the Food Steamer is

placed in a secure area that will not be bumped, pushed or

disturbed in any manner.

14. Before pressing the ON/OFF Button, make sure that the

Steamer Bowls are securely sitting in the Drip Tray – and the Drip Tray is securely sitting in the Steamer Base. Make sure that the food is evenly distributed within each Steamer Bowl and each Lid is properly affixed before steaming.

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 in 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.

Short Cord Instructions

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

Do not use an extension cord with this product.

Plasticizer Warning

CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the finish of the countertop or tabletop or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coasters or placemats between the appliance and the finish of the countertop or tabletop. Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken, permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear.

Electric Power

If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances.

Getting To Know Your Richard Simmons EST7/EST7QVC/EST7 INF Electronic Steamer

PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATIONS

1. Lid for Center Steamer Bowl

(P/N 22787)

2. Lid for Side Steamer Bowl x 2

(P/N 22788R and P/N 22788L)

3. Side Steamer Bowl x 2

(P/N 22789)

4. Center Steamer Bowl

(P/N 22790)

5. Drip Tray (P/N 22791)

6. Steam Ring x 3 (P/N 22792)

7. Water Level Sensor – DO NOT REMOVE

8. WATER REFILL Opening

9. Water Window

10. Control Panel

11. Steamer Base with 3 Heating Elements

12. Flavor Tray

13. Cooking Bowl (P/N 22793)

14. Steam Vents (not shown)

Figure 1: Control Panel

BEFORE FIRST USE

CAUTION: Do not immerse cord, plug, or Steamer Base

with Heating Elements in water or other liquids.

IMPORTANT: Never place Lids, Cooking Bowl, Steamer Bowls or Drip Tray on a hot stove or in a microwave.

1. Unpack the Food Steamer and accessories, removing all packaging materials.

2. Wash Steamer Bowls, Lids, Cooking Bowl, Drip Tray and Steam Rings in mild dishwashing detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

NOTE: Removable parts are dishwasher-safe (top rack only).

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Setting Up

1. Make sure that the Steamer is unplugged. Place the Steamer Base on a flat sturdy surface with adequate clearance.

2. Place the Steam Rings around the Heating Elements so that the end with the small hole faces down.

3. Using a spouted vessel, fill the Steamer Base with water until it reaches the Maximum Fill Line located on the inside of the Steamer Base (approximately 10 cups).

4. Place the Drip Tray onto the Steamer Base, making sure that it is positioned correctly.

5. Fill the Steamer Bowls with desired food (refer to the HINTS & TIPS, STEAMING CHARTS and RECIPES sections of this Owner’s Manual for meal suggestions and guidelines). When placing food into the Steamer Bowls, make certain not to block all of its steam holes; there must be adequate air circulation around the food to ensure even steaming. Food should be cut into uniform-sized pieces and distributed evenly within each Steamer Bowl. After filling, place the appropriate lid on each Steamer Bowl.

WARNING: Do not overfill Steamer Bowls as this will

prevent proper steaming. Only fill the Steamer Bowls

approximately half full with food.

NOTE: Make sure that all 3 Steamer Bowls are securely

positioned on the Steamer Base, even if they are not being used for steaming; and that each Lid is securely positioned with the Steam Vents facing toward the back of the unit.

Using the Cooking Bowl:

Use the Cooking Bowl to prepare white, brown or wild rice or to steam other foods. Simply add the desired ingredients into the Cooking Bowl, place the Cooking Bowl inside the Large/Center Steamer Bowl, then cover with the Lid.

Refer to the HINTS & TIPS, STEAMING CHARTS and RECIPES sections of this Owner’s Manual for more detailed instructions on cooking rice and other foods in the Cooking Bowl.

6. To enhance flavor: Add

⁄4 teaspoon of fresh/dried herbs or spices plus 1 teaspoon of water into the Flavor Tray under each of the desired Steamer Bowls (each Steamer Bowl has its own Flavor Tray). See “Herbs, Spices and Seasonings” in the RECIPES section of this Owner’s Manual for more flavor enhancing ingredients.

7. Position the Steamer Bowls onto the Drip Tray so that the Steam Vents on each of the Lids are facing toward the back of the unit.

Steaming

CAUTION: Make sure that all 3 Steamer Bowls are

securely positioned on the Steamer Base, even if they are

not being used for steaming; and that each Lid is securely

positioned with the Steam Vents facing toward the

back of the unit.

CAUTION: Make sure the Steamer is placed in a

secure area that will not be bumped or disturbed in any

manner, or where steam could damage

upper cabinets, curtains, etc.

1. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet. The Food Steamer will enter into Standby Mode; the Display will show like in Figure 2.

Figure 2

2. To set the cooking time, press the BOWL SELECT Button until the desired Steamer Bowl is flashing in the Display (Figure 3).

Figure 3

3. Enter the cooking time using the + and – Buttons, then press the BOWL SELECT Button to select the next Steamer Bowl. The BOWL will stop flashing in the Display to indicate that it is set.

NOTE: Each cooking time may be set for up to 99 minutes. Hold down the + or – Button to advance through the cooking times faster.

4. Repeat Steps 2 & 3 until each Steamer Bowl is set for the appropriate cooking time.

CAUTION: Make sure that all 3 Steamer Bowls are

securely positioned on the Steamer Base, even if they are

not being used for steaming; and that each Lid is securely

positioned with the Steam Vents facing toward the back of

the unit. Simply do not enter a cooking time for any

Steamer Bowl that is not being used.

5. Once all of the cooking times have been entered, press the SET Button to confirm. All BOWL icons will stop flashing in the Display. The Steamer will not start cooking until the ON/OFF Button is pressed.

NOTE: To adjust any of the cooking times, press the BOWL SELECT Button until the desired Steamer Bowl is selected, and then use the + and – Buttons to revise the cooking time. Press the SET Button again to confirm.

6. Press the ON/OFF Button to begin cooking. The red Power Light will illuminate, indicating that the Food Steamer is in use; and the Steamer Bowl with the longest cooking time will start counting down in the Display. Each Steamer Bowl will start counting down at the appropriate time, so that all of the Steamer Bowls are finished cooking at the same time.

NOTE: If at any time during steaming the water level falls below the Minimum Water Fill Line marked next to the Water Window, the Display will flash and an audible beep will sound. The Heating Elements will stay ON and the Timer will continue to countdown. When the Display flashes and the audible beep sounds faster, the Heating Elements will turn off and the Timer will stop counting down.

To Refill the Steamer Base: Use a spouted vessel to pour water through the WATER REFILL Opening until the water level reaches the Maximum Fill Line on the Water Window. Once the Steamer Base has been refilled, the Steamer will stop beeping and will resume steaming for the remaining cooking time.

7. After cooking is complete, three audible beeps will sound and the Food Steamer will automatically enter into the Keep Warm Mode. The Display will show like in Figure 4.

Figure 4

NOTE: The default “Keep Warm” time is set for 60 minutes, and will begin counting up from “0” in the Display. After 60 minutes, the Steamer will shut off automatically.

8. Use protective oven mitts to remove the Lids and check the food for desired doneness. Press the ON/OFF button to shut off the Steamer – the red Power Light will turn off. If the food needs more steaming, replace the Lids and repeat steps 2-6 to reset the cooking time.

Setting the Same Cooking Time for all 3 Steamer Bowls

When the Food Steamer is in Standby Mode (Figure 2), hold down the SET Button until all three “BOWL” icons are flashing in the Display. Press the + and – Buttons until the desired cooking time is reached, and then press the SET Button to confirm. The Steamer will not start cooking until the ON/OFF Button is pressed.

When in Standby Mode, the display will look like that in Figure1. To return to Standby Mode press the SET Button once; this will clear the Display and then hold down the SET Button until all three “BOWL” icons are flashing in the Display.

NOTE: To adjust any one of the cooking times, press the BOWL SELECT Button until the desired Steamer Bowl is selected, then use the + and – Buttons to revise the cooking time. Press the SET Button again to confirm.

WARNING: Steam is hot and can cause burns. Keep

hands and face away from steam vents in the Lids.

Use protective oven mitts to remove Steamer Bowls from

the Base and to remove the Lids. When removing the

Lids after steaming, always tilt lid away from your face

to avoid burns caused from steam.

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Care and Cleaning

CAUTION: Unplug and allow Steamer and water to

cool completely before emptying water from the Drip Tray

and Steamer Base and before cleaning. Do not immerse

cord, plug, or Steamer Base with Heating Elements in

water or other liquids.

IMPORTANT: Always empty and clean the Steamer Base and

Drip Tray after every use.

1. Make sure that the red Power Light is off and then unplug the Steamer from the wall outlet.

2. Allow the Lids, Steamer Bowls, Drip Tray, Steam Rings, Steamer Base and water to cool completely before cleaning.

3. Lift the Steamer Bowls and Drip Tray off of the Steamer Base. Remove the Steamer Bowls and tilt the Drip Tray over the sink to pour out any water that has collected.

4. Remove the Steam Rings out of the Steamer Base and then tilt the Steamer Base over the sink to pour out of the back right corner any remaining water.

5. Wash Steamer Bowls, Lids, Cooking Bowl, Drip Tray and Steam Rings in mild dishwashing detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

NOTE: Removable parts are dishwasher-safe (top rack only).

6. Clean the Steamer Base with a soft, damp cloth and dry thoroughly.

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