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USER MANUAL FSD201 Rival

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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 potholders when removing cover handling hot containers to avoid burns.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or n children.
4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or base unit in water or other liquids.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and allow to cool before cleaning the appliance.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to an authorized service center for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. Lift and open cover carefully to avoid scalding and allow water to drip into the Food Steamer.
8. Extreme caution must be used when moving any appliance containing hot food, water or other liquids. Avoid reaching over the Food Steamer when in use.
9. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not use appliance for other than its intended use.
12. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
13. To protect against burns caused from accidental spillage of hot liquid locate unit on a level and firm surface away from traffic areas where bumping could disturb it.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (CONT.)

1. Do not operate appliance while emptying or without water in the reservoir.
2. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, in a heated oven, a microwave or directly under cabinets.
3. To disconnect, press the ON/OFF button until the unit turns OFF, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.

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This appliance is for HOUSEHOLDUSEONLY. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. A short power co provided to reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord may be used with care. However the marked electrical rating should be at least as great as the electric rating of this appliance. The extension cord should not be allowed to drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by chi or tripped over.

POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into 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. If the plug fits lposel the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm do not use that outlet.

• Check the voltage rating on the base, make sure it corresponds to main voltage in your home.
• Remove any labels or stickers from appliance.
• Thoroughly wash LID, RICE BOWL, both STEAMING BOWLS, JUICE TRAY, and REMOVABLE RING in warm, soapy water before first use then rinse and dry carefully.
• Wipe the inside of the BASE with a damp cloth.

INSTANT STEAM FUNCTION:

There is a removable HEATING ELEMENT RING included. If you place ring on top of the HEATING ELEMENT before cooking, the instant ste function will produce steam in 35 seconds.

NOTE:There is a small cut on the REMOVABLE RING, which should be facing downward when you place it over the HEATING ELEMENT

1. Place unit on a flat sturdy surface with adequate room (i.e. do no place under cabinets). The Food Steamer unit and components are not for use in ovens (i.e. microwave, convection and/or convention or on a stovetop.
2. Put the REMOVABLE RING around the HEATING ELEMENT, with the cut facing downward.
3. Fill WATER RESERVOIR with cold tap water only. Do not put any liquids or add any salt, pepper, etc. in the WATER RESERVOIR. Overfilling will prevent "FAST STEAM" from working and increase cooking times.
4. Make sure the water should not exceed the MAX fill level as indi by the WATER LEVEL INDICATOR. To fill the WATER RESERVOIR, p cold water directly into it.
5. Place the JUICE TRAY on the base.
6. Place the STEAMING BOWLS on top of the JUICE TRAY, plug in 1 cord and set the timer for the desired cooking time, up to 60 minutes. When the time is up a bell will sound, the INDICATOR LIGHT will go out and the unit will automatically shut off.
7. When cooking in the RICE BOWL, add the rice and water directly to the bowl and then fill the WATER RESERVOIR to the appropriate size. Place the RICE BOWL in the LOWER STEAMING BOWL.

HOW TO USE YOUR FOOD STEAMER (CONT.)

TO USE DOUBLE STEAMING BOWL

Place the largest piece of food with the longest cooking time in the LOWER STEAMING BOWL then place on top of juice tray and base. Then place the UPPER STEAMING BOWL on top of the LOWER STEAMING BOWL.

TO USE UPPER OR LOWER STEAMING BOWL

You can place either one of the STEAMING BOWLS on top of the TRAY and BASE. Place vegetables, seafood or other foods without salt or liquid in the STEAMING BOWL. Try not to block steam vents.

TO USE REMOVABLE GRIDS

The STEAMING BOWLS are fitted with REMOVABLE GRIDS which increase the volume of cooking area and can be used to cook large items of food, such as a whole chicken.

TO USE RICE BOWL

Place rice or other foods with sauce or liquid in RICE BOWL. Cover the LID. Plug into wall outlet; Set timer. When food is well cooked, unplug unit.

NOTE: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.

COOKING EGGS

Place the eggs directly into the REMOVABLE GRIDS using the especial designed holders made for this purpose; Cover with the LID. You a able to cook up to a dozen eggs at one time.

NOTE: Use potholders when removing the LID, or lifting the STEAMING BOWLS, JUICE TRAY or RICE BOWL by its handles. Lift the LID AWAY from your face and body to avoid escaping steam.

DIGITAL TIMER SETTING

• When plugging in the Food Steamer, the time "00" will flash on the display.
• The cooking time can be set by pressing the COUNT UP/DOWN BUTTON and it will display in 1 minute intervals. In the adjusting status, the digits will keep flashing until the operation has started.
• After setting your desired time, press the ON/OFF BUTTON to start operation. Then it will start counting down 1 minute at a time.
• To stop the unit from operating, press the ON/OFF BUTTON and time "00" will flash on the display.
• To adjust the time when operating, press the COUNT UP/DOWN BUTTON to set. Then the digits begin to flash until the adjustment has finished and without pressing any button in 5 seconds, the tin display will stop flashing and continue to count down from the tin which had been set.
• After finishing to count down, the time "00" will flash again on the display and it will stop operating and a bell will sound.
• If not enough water is in the RESERVOIR when operating, the time operation will automatically stop with a continuous tone and the text "00" will flash on the display. It cannot operate again unless the reservoir is refilled.

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR FOOD STEAMER

Unplug cord from the outlet before cleaning. Allow the ste cool. Never immerse the base, cord and/or plug in water.

• Empty the JUICE TRAY and WATER RESERVOIR of their contents.
• Wash the LID, STEAMING BOWLS, RICE BOWL, JUICE TRAY and REMOVABLE RING in hot, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry a parts. Or wash on top rack of dishwasher.
• Pour hot, soapy water into the WATER RESERVOIR. Use a non-abrasive cleaner or mesh scouring pad to clean the interior. Rinse with clean, hot water.
• The LOWER STEAMING BOWL and RICE BOWL can nest inside the UPPER STEAMING BOWL with the LID on top of all three to save storage space.

• After a period of uses, the HEATING ELEMENT surface may discolo start to become coated with build up. When cleaning the heating element follow these steps:

• Do not cover the BASE with any steamer parts

• Pour 3 cups of clear vinegar into the WATER RESERVOIR
• Fill the rest with water, up to the MAX fill line
• Plug unit in and set the timer for approximately 20 minutes
• When timer has stopped, unplug the cord from the outlet
• DO NOT allow solution to boil over or spill onto exterior surfaces
• Allow unit to cool completely before emptying contents
• Rinse with cold water and use a non-abrasive scouring pad to sc the heating element

NOTE:DO NOT use bleach, abrasive pads/cleaners to clean ANY part The FOOD STEAMER.

TIPS AND HINTS

RICE AND GRAINS

1. There are many types of rice. Follow specific directions for variety used.
2. Accurate measuring of rice and water when combined in RICE BC Pour specified amount of water in WATER RESERVOIR. Cover and steam.
3. For softer rice, increase water mixed with rice by 1-2 tablespoons. firmer rice decrease water mixed with rice by the same amount.
4. Check doneness and consistency of rice at minimum time specified for each type, stirring rice at the same time.
5. When checking or stirring rice, be careful not to drip the condensation into the RICE BOWL which would reduce the quality and flavor of the rice.
6. Use only clean water in the WATER RESERVOIR.
7. Rice may be seasoned with salt, pepper or butter after steaming.

TYPE OF RICE COMBINED TO APPROXIMATE RICE BOWL TIME (MINUTES)
	RICE WATER
BROWN Regular Parboiled 1 Cup 1	1/2 Cup 1 Cup 42-45 1/2 Cup 45-50
LONG GRAIN/WILD RICE Regular Mix 1 Quick Cooking	MIX Mix 1	1/2 Cup 3/4 Cup 18-20	16-58
INSTANT WHITE Regular Parboiled 1 Cup 1	1 Cup	1/2 Cup 3/3 Cup 50-55	45-50

TIPS AND HINTS (CONT.)

VEGETABLES

1. Clean the vegetables thoroughly. Cut off stems; trim; peel or chop necessary. Smaller pieces steam faster than larger ones.
2. Quantity, quality, freshness and size temperature of frozen foods, i.e. affect steam timing. Adjust water amounts and cooking times 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 handle fork or spoon.

VARIETY WEIGHT/OR APPROXIMATE NUMBER TIME (MINUTES) PIECES
ARTICHOKES, WHOLE 4	Whole Tops Trimmed 30-32
ASPARAGUS, SPEARS 1	Pound 12-14
BEANS (GREEN/WAX)	½ Pound 12-14
OATMEAL	1 Pound 20-22
BEETS	1 Pound, Cut	25-28
BROCCOLI, SPEARS	1 Pound 20-22
BRUSSELS SPROUTS	1 Pound 24-26
CABBAGE	1 Pound, Thinly Sliced	16-18
CELERY	½ Pound, Thinly Sliced	18-20
CARROS	1 Pound, Thinly Sliced	18-20
CAULIFLOWER, WHOLE	1 Pound, Thinly Sliced	20-22
CORN ON COB	1 Pound 14-16
EGGPLANT	3½ Pounds	16-18
MUSHROOMS, WHOLE	1 Pound 10-12
OKRA	1 Pound 18-20

TIPS AND HINTS (CONT.)

VEGETABLES (CONT.)

VARIETY WEIGHT/OR APPROXIMATE NUMBER TIME (MINUTES) PIECES
PEAS 1 Pound, Shelled 12-13
PEPPERS, WHOLE Up to	Four Medium (Not Stuffed) 12-13
POTATOES(RED/RUTABAGA)	1 Pound - About 6	30-32
SPINACH	½ Pound	14-16
SQUASH Summer Yellow and Zucchini	1 Pound, Sliced	12-14
Winter Acorn/Butternut	1 Pound	22-24
TURNS	1 Pound, Sliced	20-22
ALL FROZEN VEGETABLES	10 Ounces	28-50

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 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 plain or use Seasoned butter or margarine, lemon or favorite sauces.
5. Adjust steaming times accordingly.

TIPS AND HINTS (CONT.)

FISH AND SEAFOOD (CONT.)

VARIETY WEIGHT/OR APPROXIMATE NUMBER TIME (MINUTES) PIECES
CLAMS IN SHELL 1 Pound	10-12
CRAB King Crab Soft Shell 8 - 12 Pieces 8-10	½ Pound, Chunks 20-22
LOBSTER Tails Split Whole, Live	1 - ¼ Pound 1 - ¼ Pound
MUSSELS (FRESH IN SHELL) 1 Pound 14-16
OYSTERS (FRESH IN SHELL) 3 Pound 18-20
SCALLOPS Bay (Shucked) Sea (Shucked)	1 Pound 14-16 3 Pound 18-20
SHRIMP Medium (In Shell) Large Jumbo (In Shell)	1 Pound 10-12 1 Pound 16-18
FISH Whole Dressed Fillets Steaks	½ - ¾ Pound ½ - ¾ Pound 1 Pound 10-12 ¼ Pound	10-12 10-12 16-18

TIPS AND HINTS (CONT.)

MEATS/BEEFS

VARIETY WEIGHT/OR APPROXIMATE NUMBER TIME (MINUTES) PIECES
BEEF Chuck 1 Pound 28-30 Hamburger 1 Pound 16-18 Meatballs 1 Pound 22-24
CHICKEN Pieces 2-4 Pieces 24-26
LAMB Cubes 1 Pound 26-28
PORK Cubes 1 Pound 26-28
HOTDOGS 1 Pound 14-18
PRE-COOKED SAUSAGE	1 Pound 14-18

TIPS AND HINTS (CONT.)

EGGS

VARIETY WEIGHT/OR APPROXIMATE NUMBER TIME (MINUTES) PIECES
IN THE SHELL Soft Cooked 1 - 12 Eggs Hard Cooked 1 - 12 Eggs	16-18 20-22
"EGGS IN A CUP" Crack Raw Egg into Custard Cup, Season with Salt, Pepper and Butter or Margarine, if Desired. Soft Cooked 1 - 4 Eggs 10-12 Hard Cooked 1 - 4 Eggs 12-14
POACHED Step One: Pour 2 Cups 7-8 Water in Rice Bowl. Steam to Heat Water. Use margarine, if Desired Step Two: Crack Egg in 7-8 Bowl, Slide into Hot Water in Rice Bowl. Steam Until Poached.
SCRAMBLED Beat Together 6 Eggs and 20-22 2 tablespoons of Milk in Rice Bowl. Season with Salt and Pepper. Stir Eggs Half Way Through Cooking

SERVICEINSTRUCTIONS

1. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the Warranty.
2. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store where you purchased it. If you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase, please see the enclosed Warranty.
3. If you have any questions or comments regarding this unit's operation or believe any repair is necessary, please write to our Consumer Service Department or visit our website at www.rivalproducts.com

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c/o THE HOLMES GROUP, INC.

CONSUMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT

13052 JURUPA AVENUE

FONTANA, CA 92337

ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY SAVE THIS WARRANTY INFORMATION

A. This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product.
B. This Warranty applies ONLY to repair or replacement of any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that, upon inspection by The Holmes Group, Inc. authorized personnel, is shown to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or workmanship. The Holmes Group will determine whether to repair or replace the unit. This Warranty does not apply to installation expenses.
C. Operating this unit under conditions other than those recommended or at voltages other than the voltage indicated on the unit, or attempting to service or modify the unit, will render this WARRANTY void.
D. Unless otherwise proscribed by law, The Holmes Group shall not be liable for any personal injury, property or an incidental or consequential damage of any kind resulting from malfunctions, defects, misuse, improper installation or alteration of this product.
E. All parts of this product are guaranteed for a period of 1 year as follows:

1. Within the first 30 days from date of purchase, the store from which you purchased your product should replace this product if it is defective in material or workmanship (provided the store has in-stock replacement.) * If you intend to assert any claim in connection with the product, please follow the instructions in paragraph F.
2. Within the first twelve months from date of purchase, The Holmes Group will repair or replace the product it is defective in material or workmanship, subject to the conditions in paragraph G.

F. If you have any other problem or claim in connection with this product, please write to our Consumer Service Department.

G. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your following these instructions if you are returning the unit to The Holmes Group, Inc.:

1. Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable box to avoid damage in shipping.
2. Before packing your unit for return, be sure to enclose:

a) Your name, full address with zip code and telephone number,
b) A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE,
c) A check for return prepaid shipping and handling, and
d) The model number of the unit and the problem you are having. (Enclose in an envelope and tape directly to the unit before the box is sealed.)

1. The Holmes Group recommends you ship the package U.P.S ground service for tracking purposes.
2. All shipping charges must be prepaid by you.
3. Mark the outside of your package:

RIVAL

c/o THE HOLMES GROUP, INC.

13052 JURUPA AVENUE

FONTANA, CA 92337

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. The provisions of this Warranty are in addition to, and not a modification of, or subtraction from, the statutory warranties and other rights and remedies contained in any applicable legislation. To the extent that any provision of this Warranty is inconsistent with any applicable law, such provision shall be deemed voided or amended, as necessary, to comply with such law.

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