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STEAMER
2 LEVEL
MODEL WST3003ZE
OWNER’S MANUAL
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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 or knobs.
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 to "O" and remove plug from wall
outlet.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
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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. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. To
avoid electric shock, never immerse or rinse this appliance in
water or any other liquid.
3. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water, unplug
it from the wall outlet immediately. Do not reach into the water!
4. 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.
5. To reduce the risk of fire, do not leave this appliance unattended during
use.
6. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug
the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair a malfunctioning appliance!
7. The cord to this appliance should only be plugged into a 120V AC elec-
trical wall outlet.
8. Do not use this appliance in an unstable position.
9. Use potholders or oven mitts to remove Lid, Steaming Bowl and Rice
Bowl.
10. Do not operate appliance while empty or without water in the reservoir.
11. Lift and open Cover carefully to avoid scalding and allow water to drip
into steamer.
12. Use extreme caution when moving appliance containing hot food.
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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.
Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available
and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used, (1)
the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be
at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, and (2) the
cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or
tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
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.
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.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
WESTINGHOUSE WST3003ZE
STEAMER 2 LEVEL
PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATION
1. Lid (P/N22278)
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2. Rice Bowl
(P/N22279)
3. Large Steaming Bowl
(P/N22280)
4. Small Steaming Bowl
(P/N22281)
5. Drip Tray
(P/N22282)
6. Removal Ring
(P/N22283)
7. Heater Element
8. Base
9. Base Cover
10. Knob
11. Lamp Cover
12. Timer Cover
13. Removable Grid
(P/N22284)
14. Water Level Indicator
15. Deco Ring
16. Water Filling
17. Polarized Plug
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BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
1. Carefully unpack the Food Steamer.
2. Remove any labels or stickers from appliance.
3. Thoroughly wash lid, rice bowl, large steam bowl, small steam
bowl, drip tray, removable grids, and removable ring, in warm
soapy water before first use then rinse and dry carefully. NEVER
IMMERSE BASE IN WATER.
4. 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, this instant steam function will produce steam in 35
seconds.
Please note there is a small cut on the heating element
ring which should be faced downward when you place it on top of the
heating element.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place unit on a flat sturdy surface with adequate clearance (i.e. do
not place under wall cabinets). The steamer unit and components
are not for use in ovens (microwave, convection or conventional) or
on stove-top.
2. Put the removable ring around the heater element.
3. Fill water reservoir with clean water only. Do not put any other
liquids or add any salt, pepper, etc. in the water reservoir.
4. Make sure the water does not exceed the MAX fill level as indicated
near the Water Level Indicator.
5. There are two possible methods to fill the water reservoir.
• Pour cold water into the water reservoir through the water filling
device.
• Pour cold water directly into the water reservoir and heating ele-
ment housing.
6. Place the DRIP tray on the base.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
(Cont.)
TO USE LARGE OR SMALL STEAM BOWL
Place any one steam bowl of two in top of drip tray and base. Place
vegetable, seafood or other foods without sauce or liquid in steam
bowl. Try not to block steam vents.
TO USE LARGE AND SMALL STEAM BOWLS
Place the larger piece of food with the longer cooking time in small
steam bowl then place on top of drip tray and base. Place the large
steam bowl on the small steam bowl.
TO USE REMOVABLE GRIDS
The bowls are fitted with removable grids which increase the volume of
cooking area and can be used to cook large items of food.
TO USE RICE BOWL
Place rice or other foods with sauce or liquid in rice bowl. Place the rice
bowl in the steaming bowl. Cover with lid. Plug into wall outlet and set
timer. When food is well cooked, unplug unit.
COOKING EGGS
Place the eggs directly into the drip tray or the removable grid using the
especially shaped holes provided for this purpose. Cover with lid.
WHEN HANDLING AND REMOVING HOT COMPONENTS, USE
POT-HOLDERS TO AVOID BURNS FROM HOT STEAMS.
TIMER SETTING
Mechanical Type
Set the timer to the recommended cooking time (steaming time can be
adjusted as per your experimenting). The light turns on and steam
comes in 35 seconds if using heater element ring. The light will turn off
when cooking is completed and the timer will give a signal bell.
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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Unplug cord from outlet. Before cleaning allow steamer to cool. Never
immerse the base, cord and plug in water.
1. Empty the drip tray and the water reservoir.
2. Wash lid, steam bowls, removable grids, rice bowl and drip tray in
hot soapy water, rinse and dry all parts. Or wash on top rack of
dishwasher.
3. Clean reservoir with soapy water then wipe with damp cloth.
4. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
5. The small steaming bowl and the rice bowl can be stored inside the
large steam bowl with the lid on top of all three.
6. In hard water areas, the scale may build up on the heating element. If scale is allowed to accumulate, the steam could turn off
before the food is cooked. So, after 7-10 uses, pour 3 cups clear
vinegar into the water reservoir then fill water up to HI level. Do not
place lid, steaming bowl, rice bowl & juice tray in this procedure.
7. Plug in and set timer up to 20 minutes. When the timer rings,
unplug cord from outlet. Allow the unit to cool completely before
emptying the water reservoir. Use cold water to rinse the water
reservoir several times.
8. Use potholders or oven mitts to remove lid, steam tray and rice
bowl.
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RECIPES
RICE & GRAINS
1. There are many types of rice. Follow specific directions for variety used.
2. Accurately measure the rice and water then combine in rice bowl. Pour
specified amount of water in water reservoir. Cover and steam.
3. For softer rice, increase 1-2 tablespoons water mixed with rice by the
specified amount of water on the chart. For firmer rice decrease water
mixed with rice by the same amount.
4. Check doneness and consistency of rice at the minimum time specified
for each type, stirring rice at the same time.
5. When checking/stirring rice, be careful not to drip the condensate into
the rice bowl which would reduce the quality and flavor of the steamed
rice.
6. Use only clean water in water reservoir.
7. Rice may be seasoned with salt, pepper or butter after steaming.
Combined
to Rice Bowl Approx. Time
Type of Rice Amt. Rice Water (Minutes)
Brown
• Regular
• Parboiled 1 cup 1
Long Grain and Wild Rice Mix
• Regular (6 oz pkg) Mix 1
• Quick Cooking (6.2 oz pkg) Mix 1
• Instant 1 cup 1
White
• Regular 1 cup 1
• Long Grain 1 cup 1
1/2
cup 1 cup 42-45
1/2
cups 45-50
1/4
cups 35-45
1/2
cups 18-20
1/2
cups 12-15
1/2
cups 45-50
2/3
cups 50-55
*Approximate times are offered as guidelines only. Cooking times may
vary.
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RECIPES
VEGETABLES
1. Clean the vegetables thoroughly. Cut off stems, trim, peel or chop if
necessary. Smaller pieces steam faster than larger ones.
2. Quantity, quality, freshness, size/uniformity, and temperature of frozen
food, may affect steam timing. Adjust water amounts and cooking time
as desired.
3. Frozen vegetables should not be thawed before steaming.
4. Some frozen vegetables should be placed in the rice bowl and covered
with a piece of aluminum foil during steaming. The frozen foods should
be separated or stirred after 10-12 minutes using a long handle fork or
spoon.
Weight/or Approx. Time
Variety Number of Pieces (Minutes)
Artichokes, whole 4 Whole tops trimmed 30-32
Asparagus, Spears 1 pound 12-14
Beans, Green/wax
Cut or whole 1 pound 20-22
Beets 1 pound cut 25-28
Broccoli, Spears 1 pound 20-22
Brussel Sprouts 1 pound 24-26
Cabbage 1 pound sliced 16-18
Celery
Carrots 1 pound thinly sliced 18-20
Cauliflower, Whole 1 pound 20-22
Corn on the Cob 3
Eggplant 1 pound 16-18
Mushrooms Whole 1 pound 10-12
Okra 1 pound 18-20
Onions
Parsnips
Peas 1 pound shelled 12-13
Peppers, Whole up to 4 medium (not stuffed) 12-13
Potatoes, Whole-Red 1 pound (about 6 small) 30-32
Rutabaga 1 medium diced 28-30
Spinach
Squash
• Summer Yellow and Zucchini 1 pound sliced 12-14
• Winter Acorn and Butternut 1 pound 22-24
Turnips 1 pound sliced 20-22
All Frozen Vegetables 10 ozs. 15-30
1/2
pound 12-14
1/2
pound thinly sliced 14-16
1/2
pounds 14-16
1/2
pound thinly sliced 12-14
1/2
pound 8-10
1/2
pound 14-16
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RECIPES
FISH AND SEAFOOD
1. The steaming times listed in the chart are for fresh or frozen and fully
thawed seafood and fish. Before steaming, clean and prepare fresh
seafood and fish.
2. Most fish and seafood cook very quickly. Steam in small portions or in
amounts as specified.
3. Clams, oysters and mussels may open at different times. Check the
shells to avoid overcooking.
4. You may steam fish fillets in the rice bowl. Serve steamed seafood and
fish using plain or seasoned butter or margarine, lemon or favorite
sauces.
5. Adjust steaming times accordingly.
Weight/or Approx. Time
Variety Number of Pieces (Minutes)
Clams in shell
• littlenecks/cherrystones 1 pound 10-12
Crab
• King Crab, legs/claws
• Soft Shell 8-12 pcs 8-10
Lobster
• Tail 2-4 16-18
• Split 1 - 1
• Whole, Live 1 - 1
Mussels (fresh in shell) 1 pound 14-16
Oysters (fresh in shell) 3 pounds 18-20
Scallops (fresh)
• Bay (shucked) 1 pound 14-16
• Sea (shucked) 3 pounds 18-20
Shrimp
• Medium in shell 1 pound 10-12
• Large jumbo in shell 1 pound 16-18
Fish
• Whole
• Dressed
• Filets 1 pound 12-18
• Steaks
1
pound 20-22
1/4
pounds 18-20
1/4
pounds 18-20
1/2
1/2
to
1/2
1/4
pound 10-12
1/2
to
pound 12-15
inch thick 10-12
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RECIPES
EGGS
Weight/or Approx. Time
Variety Number of Pieces (Minutes)
In the shell
• Soft-Cooked 1-12 15-18
• Hard-Cooked 1-12 19-22
“Eggs-in-a-Cup”
Crack raw egg into custard
cup. Season with salt, pepper
and butter or margarine,
if desired.
• Soft-Cooked 1-4 10-12
• Hard-Cooked 1-4 12-14
Poached
Step one: Pour 2 cups water 7-8
in rice bowl. Steam to heat
water.
Step two: Crack egg in 7-8
small bowl, slide into hot
water in rice bowl.
Steam until poached.
Scrambled
Beat 6 eggs together and 2 20-22
tablespoons of milk in rice bowl.
Season with salt and pepper.
Stir eggs halfway through cooking.
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RECIPES
MEAT & POULTRY
Weight/or Approx. Time
Variety Number of Pieces (Minutes)
Beef
• Chuck 1 pound 28-30
• Hamburger 1 pound 16-18
• Meatballs 1 pound 22-24
Chicken 1 pound
• Pieces (2-4 pcs) 24-26
Lamb
• Cubes 1 pound 26-28
Pork
• Cubes 1 pound 26-28
Hot Dogs 1 pound 14-18
Pre-Cooked Sausage 1 pound 14-18
REHEATING: BREADS AND LEFTOVERS
1. Do not wrap or cover when reheating breads.
2. For leftovers, reheating times are based on foods at refrigerator
temperatures.
3. When reheating leftovers in the rice bowl, always spread leftovers
evenly in the rice bowl and use aluminum foil to cover.
4. Experiment with your own leftovers.
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LIMITED ONE YEAR PRODUCT WARRANTY
Warranty: This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date. This
product warranty covers only the original consumer purchaser of the product.
Warranty Coverage: This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by
accident in shipment, unreasonable use, misuse, neglect, improper service, commercial use, repairs by unauthorized personnel, normal wear and tear, improper
assembly, installation or maintenance abuse or other causes not arising out of
defects in materials or workmanship. This warranty is effective only if the product is
purchased and operated in the USA or Canada, and does not extend to any units
which have been used in violation of written instructions furnished with the product
or to units which have been altered or modified or to damage to products or parts
thereof which have had the serial number removed, altered, defaced or rendered
illegible.
Implied Warranties: ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED WHICH THE PURCHASER MAY
HAVE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Warranty Performance: During the above one-year warranty period, a product
with a defect will be either repaired or replaced with a comparable model when the
product is returned to Zellers. The repaired or replacement product will be in warranty for the balance of the one-year warranty period and an additional one-month
period. No charge will be made for such repair or replacement within the warranty
period.
Important Notice: If any parts are missing or defective, return this product to the
place of purchase.
Any questions or comments can be directed to the Consumer Relations Department.
Please write to or call:
Consumer Relations Dept.
P.O. Box 6916
Columbia, MO 65205-6916
1(800) 233-9054
Limitation of Remedies: No representative or person is authorized to assume for
us any other liability in connection with the sale of our products. There shall be no
claims for defects or failure of performance or product failure under any theory of
tort, contract or commercial law including, but not limited to negligence, gross negligence, strict liability, breach of warranty, and breach of contract. Repair, replacement or refund shall be the sole remedy of the purchaser under this warranty. Some
states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Legal Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state/province.
WESTINGHOUSE™, and “YOU CAN BE SURE...IF IT’S WESTINGHOUSE™”
are trademarks of WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC CORPORATION and used under
license by Salton, Inc. In no event shall Salton, Inc. be liable for any inci-
dental or consequential damages, losses or expenses.
Made in China
“© 2003 P/N 61321
All Rights Reserved” Printed in China
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