Black & Decker HS800 Food Steamer-Flavor Scenter User Guide

Black & Decker HS800 Food Steamer

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

• Read all instructions.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or base unit in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts or cleaning.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, is dropped, or is damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment. Or, call the appropriate toll-free number listed on the cover of this manual.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a microwave or heated oven.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food, water, or other hot liquids.
• Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.

POLARIZED PLUG (120V Models Only)

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in 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 modify the plug in any way.

ELECTRICAL CORD

• A short power-supply cord is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
• If an 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.
3. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW

This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent the removal of the bottom cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the bottom cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only by authorized service personnel.

Note: If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

1. Cover with Tabs
2. Rice Bowl
3. Steaming Bowl
4. Drip Tray
5. Steaming Guide (on back of unit)
6. Base
7. Light
8. Timer
9. Flavor Scent Screen
10. Water Reservoir with Fill Marks
11. Heater Element

How to Use

COOKING IN THE STEAMING BOWL

1. Fill the Water Reservoir with cold tap water to the appropriate fill line. NOTE: For extra flavor, you may add lemon juice, broth, or white wine to the water in the Reservoir. Do NOT use beer, red wine, oil, extracts (i.e., vanilla), or fruit juices in the Reservoir as they may stain.
2. Hold the Drip Tray by the handle and place it into the Base (Figure A).
3. Place herbs in the Flavor Scent Screen for added flavor (Figure B).
4. Important: To prevent small herbs or ground spices from falling through the Flavor Scent Screen, rinse or wet the screen before adding seasonings. You may use the Drip Tray without adding herbs to the Flavor Scenter if you prefer. NOTE: Use the Drip Tray whenever the Rice Bowl is not used. It prevents fats/juices from dripping into the water and bubbling up into the Steaming Bowl. If you like, save these juices for gravy, sauce, or soup starters.
5. Place food in the Steaming Bowl and cover it so that the Cover handles line up over the Bowl handles and the tabs fit properly into the openings.
6. Put the Steaming Bowl onto the Base, plug in, and set the Timer for the desired cooking time, up to 75 minutes. When the time is up, a bell will ring, the cooking Light will go out, and the unit will automatically shut off. Some liquid will remain in the Reservoir. CAUTION: Always use pot holders to remove the Cover. Be sure to lift the Cover away from your face and body to avoid escaping hot steam. NOTE: If the desired cooking time is less than 15 minutes, first turn the Timer past 15 and then turn it back to the desired cooking time.
7. The Cover can be turned over and used as a trivet for the Steaming Bowl (Figure C). Unplug, remove the Steaming Bowl, and place it on the inverted Cover.
8. When cooking in the Rice Bowl, add rice, herbs, seasonings, and water directly to the Bowl and fill the water Reservoir to the appropriate line. Put the Steaming Bowl onto the Base and place the Rice Bowl with contents into the Steaming Bowl. NOTE: Do NOT use the Drip Tray or Flavor Scent Screen with the Rice Bowl.
9. The Rice Bowl can also be used for cooking vegetables or other foods with sauces, poaching chicken or fish in liquids, or reheating foods like casseroles.
10. Use pot holders when lifting the Steaming Bowl, Drip Tray, or Rice Bowl by its handles after steaming.

Care and Cleaning

CAUTION: Unplug and allow the Steamer to cool before washing.

• Bowls, Cover, and Drip Tray: Wash in hot, sudsy water. Rinse and dry all parts. May be washed in a dishwasher.
• Water Reservoir: (Interior of Base) Pour hot, sudsy water into Water Reservoir. Use a non-abrasive plastic brush or mesh pad to clean the interior. Rinse with clean, hot water.
• Special Care for Heater Element: After a while, the Heater surface may discolor. Do not cover the base with any Steamer parts while cleaning. To clean:
• Pour vinegar into the Base to the “Hi” fill line.
• Plug the unit in and turn the Timer ON for approximately 20 minutes.
• Do not allow the solution to boil over or spill onto exterior surfaces.
• When the bell sounds, and the cooking Light goes out, unplug, pour out the vinegar solution, and use a non-abrasive brush to scrub the Heater Element. Rinse with fresh water.
• Over time, there may be some discoloration of the Drip Tray and interior of the Base after repeated use of herbs/spices. This is normal.
• Exterior of Base: Wipe Base and cord with a damp cloth, then dry thoroughly. Never immerse the base in liquid or place it in the dishwasher.

NOTE: Do not use bleach, abrasive pads, or abrasive cleaners to clean any part of the Steamer.

NOTE: Suggested steaming times will vary depending on desired doneness and quantity used; lengthen or shorten cooking times to suit your taste. The times suggested are total cooking times, starting when the Timer is turned ON.

RICE

Use a measuring cup to measure the rice and water that are combined in the Rice Bowl. Check doneness and consistency of rice at the minimum time specified and stir. For flavored rice, use beef, chicken, or vegetable broth instead of the suggested amount of water that is combined with the rice. Add spices or seasonings to the Bowl before steaming. Toss with chopped onion, parsley, or mushrooms.

NEED HELP?

For service, repair, or any questions regarding your appliance, call the appropriate “800” number on the cover of this book. Do not return the product to the place of purchase. Do not mail the product back to the manufacturer nor bring it to a service center. You may also want to consult the website listed on the cover of this manual.

One-Year Limited Warranty (Applies only in the United States and Canada)

What does it cover?

• Any defect in material or workmanship; provided, however, Applica’s liability will not exceed the purchase price of the product.

For how long?

• One year after the date of original purchase.

What will we do to help you?

• Provide you with a reasonably similar replacement product that is either new or factory refurbished.

How do you get service?

• Save your receipt as proof of the date of sale.
• Check our online service site at www.prodprotect.com/applica, or call our toll-free number, 1-800-231-9786, for general warranty service.
• If you need parts or accessories, please call 1-800-738-0245.

What does your warranty not cover?

• Damage from commercial use.
• Damage from misuse, abuse, or neglect.
• Products that have been modified in any way.
• Products used or serviced outside the country of purchase.
• Glass parts and other accessory items are packed with the unit.
• Shipping and handling costs associated with the replacement of the unit.
• Consequential or incidental damages (Please note, however, that some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so this limitation may not apply to you.)

How does state law relate to this warranty?

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

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