HS2776 - Steamer BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HS2776 BLACK & DECKER

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USA/Canada 1-800-231-9786

Mexico 01-800-714-2503

www.blackanddecker.com

Accessories/Parts (USA/Canada)

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 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 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 or is dropped or 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 cord hang over the edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
☐ Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in microwave or heated oven.
☐ Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food, water, or other hot liquids.
☐ Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

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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 is 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.

ELECTRICAL CORD

a) A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
b) Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
c) If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used,

1) The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance,
2) If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and
3) The longer 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.

TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW

Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the outer 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 should be replaced by qualified personnel or in Latin America by an authorized service center.

Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

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† 1. Cover with Tabs (Part#285769-00)
+ 2 . 2nd Steaming Bowl (Part#285767-00)
† 3. Support Ring (Part#429639-00)
† 4 . Steaming Bowl (Part#285767-00)
† 5 . Drip Tray with Flavor Scenter (Part#285770-00)
6a. Fill Marks (inside reservoir)

6b. Water Reservoir

1. Heater Element
2. Base
3. Timer
4. Light
   †11. Rice Bowl (Part#285768-00)
   † Consumer replaceable/removables parts

How to Use

COOKING WITH ONE STEAMING BOWL

1. Fill the Water Reservoir with cold tap water to the appropriate fill line (LO or MAX). IMPORTANT: Do not exceed the MAX FILL line. Overfilling will prevent "Fast Steam" and increase cooking times.

NOTE: For extra flavor, you may add chicken broth or white wine to the water in the Reservoir. Beer, red wine, oil, extracts (i.e. vanilla) or fruit juices are not recommended as they may stain or harm the plastic or heater.

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1. Hold the Drip Tray and place it into the Base (A).
2. Place herbs or spices in the Flavor Scenter ^® Screen for added flavor. (B) (See "Flavor Scenter" Tips"). You may use the Drip Tray without adding herbs to the Flavor Scenter ^® if you prefer,
3. 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.
4. Put the Steaming Bowl onto the Base, plug in the cord 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 may remain in the resevoir.

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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.

1. When cooking in the Rice Bowl, add rice, herbs, seasonings and water directly to the Bowl and fill the Water Resevoir to the appropriate line. Put the Steaming Bowl onto the Base and place the Rice Bowl with contents into the Steaming Bowl (C).
2. Use pot holders when removing the cover, or lifting the Steaming Bowl, Drip Tray, or Rice Bowl by its handles after steaming. Lift the cover AWAY from your face and body to avoid escaping steam.
3. 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.

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never the Rice Bowl is not used. It prevents juices and bubbling up into the Steaming Bowl. Save these up starters.

COOKING WITH 2 STEAMING BOWLS (Steaming Bowls are Interchangeable) 1. Always use pot holders when using the steamer and avoid escaping steam.
2. Always use the Drip Tray when steaming in both Bowls. Start the food with the longer cooking time in the bottom Bowl using the water level recommended for that food. When the time remaining equals the time needed

for the second food, add the Support Ring and the second Bowl. For example, if cooking shrimp and snow peas, start the shrimp in the bottom Bowl, stir after 7 and 9 minutes, then add the second Bowl with the snow peas. Stir the snow peas after 6 minutes. Stirring is necessary to help ensure more even cooking. Check doneness of both foods.

1. NEVER stack Bowls without the Support Ring in place between them. NOTE: The Support Ring will only fit one way. If it doesn't fit, flip the Ring over.
2. Cook meat/fish/poultry in bottom Bowl (to prevent raw food juices from dripping down).
3. For best results, cook rice in bottom bowl. However, if cooking rice with meat, fish, or poultry, place rice in the upper Bowl when adding the second Bowl.
4. If steam has stopped coming from the vents and the timer is still running, check the water level in the Base. You may have to add about 1/2 cup more water.

Care and Cleaning

This appliance is permanently lubricated and will not require additional lubrication for the life of unit. It contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.

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

□ Bowls, Cover, Support Ring and Drip Tray: Immerse in hot, sudsy water. Rinse thoroughly. Dry all parts. May be washed in a dishwasher, top rack only.
☐ Water Reservoir: (Interior of Base) Pour in hot, sudsy water. Use a non-abrasive plastic brush or mesh scouring pad to clean the interior. Rinse with clean, hot water.
☐ Special Care for Heater Element: After a period of use, the Heater Element surface may discolor or become coated with minerals. When cleaning:

• Do not cover Base with any Steamer parts.
• Pour vinegar into the Base to the "MAX" fill line.
• Plug unit in and turn Timer ON for approximately 20 minutes.
• Do not allow solution to boil over or spill onto exterior surfaces.
• When bell sounds and cooking Light goes out, unplug, pour out vinegar solution, rinse with fresh water and use a non-abrasive brush to scrub the Heater Element.

☐ The Drip Tray and Base interior may discolor 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 Base in liquid or place in dishwasher.

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

FLAVOR SCENTER® STEAMER TIPS: Add fresh or dried herbs to the Flavor Scenter® Screen to spice up healthy foods with no need to add salt.

☐ Suggestions are for 1/2 to 3 (2.5 ml to 15 ml) teaspoons of dried herbs or spices. If using fresh herbs, chop leaves and triple the amount.
☐ To prevent small herbs or ground spices from falling through the Screen, rinse or wet the screen before adding seasonings.

NOTE: Steaming times will vary depending on desired doneness and quantity of vegetables. The times suggested are total cooking times for one bowl steaming.

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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 on-line 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 that 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.

¡NECESITA AYUDA?

San Jose, Costa Rica

Tel.: [phone]

223-0136

Ecuador

Castelcorp

Guatemala City, Guatemala

Tel.: [phone]

360-0521

Honduras

Lady Lee

Centro Comercial Mega Plaza

Carretera a la Lima

San Pedro Sula, Honduras

Tel.: [phone]

México

33 Independence Square,

Port of Spain

Trinidad, W.I.

Tel.: [phone]

Venezuela

Col. Centro, Mexico D. F., CP 06050

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