Sunbeam 4713 - Manual (Page 8)

Special Instructions
This appliance has a short supply cord to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled
in or tripping over a long cord. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care
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exercised in their use.
If a longer extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension
cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The cord should be
arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on
by children or tripped over unintentionally.
Descaling the Water Reservoir
After 2-3 months of consistent usage, chemical deposits may build up in the Water Reservoir
and heating element inside your Food Steamer. This a normal process and the build-up will
depend on the degree of water hardness in your area. It is essential the appliance is
descaled regularly to maintain steam production and extend the life of the unit.
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Fill the Water Reservoir to the Max level with approximately 3 cups of clear vinegar (not
brown vinegar). IMPORTANT: Do not use any other chemical or a proprietary descaler.
Plug in a wall socket. Drip tray, steamer bowl and lid should be in place during this
orocedure.
Set timer for 20-25 minutes to begin steaming. WARNING: If vinegar begins to boil
over the edge of base, unplug the unit and switch the timer off. Reduce the quantity
of vinegar slightly.
When the timer rings, unplug from the wall socket and allow to cool completely before
pouring out vineqars.
Rinse the Water reservoir several times with cold water. Clean other steamer parts
as dlrected below.
T O C L E A N Y O U R F O O D S T E A M E R . . .
Before its first use, be sure to clean all parts of the Food Steamer as directed below to
ensure cleanliness.
NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE, CORD, OR PLUG IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIOUID.
Unplug at the wall socket and leave the appliance to cool completely before cleaning
Do not clean any part of the unit with abrasive cleaners such as metal scouring pads, scouring
powders, or bleach.
We recommend washing the Steamer Lid, Rice Bowl, Round Cake Pan, Steamer Bowls, and Drip
Tray in hot soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Alternatively, all these parts, except the
Water Reservoir, can
be cleaned in a dishwasher in the upper basket. However, continual cleaning in a dishwasher
may result in a slight loss of exterior gloss and dulling.
Empty the water basin and change the water after each use.
Do not immerse the Water Reservoir in water. Fill it with warm, soapy water, then rinse
thoroughly. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
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