Nesco ST-24 - Manual (Page 5)

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Hints and Operating Instructions
• Do not operate your Steam Cooker without water. This could damage the
appliance and void your warranty.
• Do not use more water than indicated on inside of Base Unit.
• Do not substitute wine or other liquid(s) in place of water.
• Place food in Steam Bowl. Add herbs or spices at end of cooking cycle.
• For large food loads or multiple dishes, use both Upper and Lower Steam
Bowls, dividing food evenly. The lower bowl will generally cook faster than
upper bowl, place larger foods or longer cooking foods in the lower steam
bowl. Use one steam bowl for smaller loads.
• Always use Lid on Steam Bowl.
• If both Steam Bowls are used, place Lower Steam Bowl on Base first, then
Upper Steam Bowl and Lid.
• Plug power cord into a standard 120 volt outlet. Indicator Light will be lit
while timer is set. When set time is done, light will turn OFF.
• Turn Dial to set the number of minutes required to cook the food, based on the
Cooking Guidelines on following pages.
• When removing the Steam Bowl(s) use oven mitts to protect against burns
from the hot steam. CAUTION: Use extreme care when removing the Steam
Bowl(s). Steam can cause serious burns!
• When cooking is complete, turn dial to “0” and unplug the appliance.
• Water amount guide that is added to Base.:
Minimum - 1-1/2 Cup /350 mL - approx. 30 minutes cooking time
Maximum - 3 Cups / 700 mL - approx. 60 minutes cooking time
Care and Cleaning
• After your Steamer has cooled, unplug from outlet and remove Steamer
Bowl(s) and set in bowls and lid in warm soapy water.
• Remove excess water from Base Reservoir by tilting it over a sink.
• Wash Steam Bowl(s) and Lid in warm soapy water or place in the dishwasher.
• CAUTION: Do not put Base Unit in the dishwasher.
• Do not use abrasive cleansers or steel wool to clean Lid or Steam Bowl(s), it
will scratch the clear plastic.
• NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE IN WATER. To clean, wipe outside of
Base with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive cleansers on exterior
surface of Base.
• Dry with a clean towel or set parts aside to air dry.
• Never store your Steamer with water in the Reservoir., always empty reservoir
and allow parts to dry before storing
• Always fill reservoir to minimum level before connecting to power supply.