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Cleaning & Maintenance
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Always unplug the steamer and allow to completely cool before cleaning.
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After every use, clean each part thoroughly.
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Take care when emptying and draining the back of the appliance. Firstly remove
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detachable parts (glass dish, lid and water reservoir tank), before angling the appliance
base over the kitchen sink and unscrewing the water release drain cap to empty the
water (located below the water reservoir on the back of the unit).
Wash all parts except the steamer base in warm, soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly.
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The glass dish and lid, steaming tray, steaming container, colander and plastic lid can
also be cleaned on the top rack of a dishwasher.
Do not use chlorine bleach or abrasive cleaners on any part of the steamer.
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Never put the steamer base in the dishwasher or immerse it in water. The base can be
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wiped with a damp cloth to remove residue.
To clean the inner area of the steamer base where the glass dish sits, sprinkle a clean,
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damp sponge with a teaspoon of baking soda, and wipe carefully. Wipe again with a
clean, damp sponge.
Store your steamer in a dry place, out of the reach of children.
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DESCALING THE STEAMER
After several months of use, calcium deposits may build up in the steam pipe of your
steamer. It is recommended to descale the appliance regularly in order to ensure optimal
steam production is maintained and to extend the life of your steamer.
To descale
1. Fill the water reservoir to the maximum level with equal parts of water and white
vinegar (not cider or wine vinegar).
2. Plug the unit into a socket. The glass dish and lid should be in place.
3. Set the timer for 59 minutes and begin steaming.
4. When the timer sounds, unplug and allow to completely cool before pouring out the
vinegar solution.
5. Rinse the water reservoir, glass dish and lid several times with fresh, cold water.
6. Fill the reservoir with cold water and place on the unit. Set the timer for 30 minutes
and begin steaming to remove any residual vinegar from the steamer.
N.B We also recommend using the descaling method to clean the steamer after steaming
seafood.
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