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Steamer and Rice Cooker
Instruction Manual
Item # AS-1550-BL
120V ~ 60Hz 400W
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Thank you for your purchase of The Biggest Loser™ Steamer & Rice Cooker. Please READ this instruction manual carefully before use. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safeguards 3 Special Instructions 3 Introduction 4 Descriptive Diagram 4 Using your Food Steamer & Rice Cooker 5 Tables of Cooking Times 6-8 Cleaning and Maintenance 9 Do’s and Don’ts 9 Troubleshooting 10 Warranty 10 2
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USING. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use potholders when removing cover or handling hot containers to avoid steam burns. Always use handles. 3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs or this appliance in water or any other liquid. 4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or ne
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INTRODUCTION Now you can learn how to prepare and enjoy great tasting, healthy meals in minutes using your The Biggest Loser™ Steamer & Rice Cooker by Taylor®. You will learn how to make the delicious and easy Biggest Loser recipes that cut out calories, but leave in all the taste. The steamer and recipes are great tools to get you on track. There are over 125 more healthy and delicious recipes that you can find in the Biggest Loser Cookbook. When you start eating right, you may feel
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How to use your Steamer & Rice Cooker ? Place the unit on a flat, sturdy surface with adequate clearance (i.e., do not place under wall cabinets or on carpeting or other soft surfaces). The steamer and components are not for use in convection or conventional ovens, microwaves, or on a stovetop. ? Fill the water reservoir with clean, cold water only. Pour the water directly into the water tank only up to the maximum fill. Do not overfill. NOTE: do not use seasoning or any other liquid in t
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TABLES OF COOKING TIMES Vegetables ? Steam leafy green vegetables for the shortest possible time as they lose color easily. ? Salt and season vegetables after steaming for best results. ? Frozen vegetables should not be thawed before steaming. Cooking time may vary from chart below. ? Clean the vegetables thoroughly. Cut off stems; trim, peel or chop if necessary. Smaller pieces will steam faster than larger pieces. For softer vegetable texture, increase steaming time; for firmer texture, de
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Fish & Seafood ? Fish is done cooking when it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. ? Frozen fish may be steamed without defrosting if separated before steaming and the cooking time is extended. ? Add lemon wedges and herbs to the bowl or basket while steaming to enhance the flavor. ? Steaming times listed in the chart below are approximate. Most fish and seafood cook very quickly. ? Steam in small portions or in amounts specified. ? Clams, Mussels, and Oysters may open at different time
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Cooking Rice Different types of rice require different cooking directions. Please follow specific directions for the variety used. ? Measure rice and water then COMBINE them in the rice bowl. Place the rice bowl into the steam basket for steaming. ? Fill water reservoir with water to the specified amount. Use only clean water. ? Cover and steam. ? For softer rice, increase by 1 to 2 Tablespoons the amount of water mixed in with the rice. For firmer rice, decrease the amount of water mixed wit
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CLEANING AND MAINTAINENCE After each use and before cleaning, unplug the appliance from outlet and allow the steamer to cool. Do not attempt to clean the unit while still hot. ? CAUTION: NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE UNIT, CORD OR PLUG IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID. ? Once cooled, empty the reservoir. ? Wash lid, steaming bowl, rice bowl and lid in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry all parts. These parts are not dishwasher safe. ? Wipe reservoir base inside and out with damp sponge and dry completely
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TROUBLESHOOTING • The Food Steamer & Rice Cooker will not operate. Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Is the power supply cord properly seated in the unit and the outlet? Has the cord been damaged in some way? If so, DO NOT USE THE FOOD STEAMER. Contact Customer Service for replacement information. Has the auto-shut off feature activated? • The Food Steamer & Rice Cooker will not heat properly. Is the bowl securely positioned in the base? If not, turn off the unit,
