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Instruction Manual
Food Steamer
Questions or concerns
about your food steamer?
Before returning to the
store...
Aroma's customer service
experts are happy to help.
Call us toll-free at
1-800-276-6286.
Answers to many common
questions and even
replacement parts can be
found online. Visit
www.AromaCo.com/Support.
AFS-210S

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual Food Steamer Questions or concerns about your food steamer? Before returning to the store... Aroma’s customer service experts are happy to help. Call us toll-free at 1-800-276-6286. Answers to many common questions and even replacement parts can be found online.
  • Page 2 Steaming locks in foods’ natural fl avors and nutrients that are often lost with other methods of cooking. With the easy-to-use time control dial, you simply need to select the time your food needs to steam and Aroma ®...
  • Page 3: Important Safeguards

    Do not touch, cover or obstruct the steam vents on the top of the lid replacement. as it is extremely hot and may cause burns. 7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Aroma ® 18. Store food steamer in a cool, dry place.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS DO NOT DRAPE CORD! Short Cord Instructions 1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. 2. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. 3.
  • Page 5: Parts Identification

    PARTS IDENTIFICATION Steam Vents Lid Handle Heating Element Steam Tray Water Tank Water Inlets Drip Tray Time Control Dial Water Level Window Indicator Light Food Steamer Base Heating Element Cover Steaming Bowl...
  • Page 6: Before First Use

    BEFORE FIRST USE 1. Read all instructions and important safeguards. 2. Remove all packaging materials and check that all items have been received in good condition. 3. Tear up all plastic bags as they can pose a risk to children. 4.
  • Page 7 TO STEAM With the heating element cover in Place the drip tray securely atop the Place the food to be steamed into Place steam tray securely atop the place, fi ll the water tank with water. base. the steam tray. drip tray.
  • Page 8 TO STEAM (CONT.) Keep Warm Place the lid securely atop the steam Plug the food steamer into an Turn the time control dial to the The indicator light will illuminate red tray. available outlet. needed steaming time. and steaming will begin. •...
  • Page 9 TO STEAM (CONT.) When the selected time has elapsed, Using caution to avoid escaping Check food for doneness. If fully Unplug the steamer when not in use. the steamer will “ding” and stop steam, remove the lid by the handle. cooked, remove for serving.
  • Page 10: Steaming Guide

    STEAMING GUIDE FOOD APPROXIMATE TIME FOOD APPROXIMATE TIME Eggs 10-15 Minutes Asparagus 8-14 Minutes Fish 12-18 Minutes Beef 18-26 Minutes Green Beans 14-20 Minutes Broccoli 8-12 Minutes Peas 8-12 Minutes Cabbage 12-18 Minutes Pork 18-24 Minutes Carrots 12-18 Minutes Potatoes 24-40 Minutes Caulifl...
  • Page 11 USING THE STEAMING BOWL The included steaming bowl is perfect for steaming rice, grains, small loose foods or even foods in sauces. To use the steaming bowl: Follow the steps in “To Steam” on page 5 to complete steaming. Add food to be steamed to the If steaming rice or grains, add the Place the steaming bowl into the steaming bowl.
  • Page 12 TO KEEP WARM If the rest of your meal isn’t quite ready when food fi nishes steaming, the “Keep Warm” setting is a great way to keep your steamed food fresh and delicious until it is ready to serve. Keep Warm Turn the time control dial to the The indicator light will illuminate The indicator light will turn off and...
  • Page 13 These water and a soft sponge. parts are also dishwasher-safe. • Any other servicing should be performed by Aroma Housewares. ® • For replacement parts and service questions, please contact Aroma ® customer service at 1-800-276-6286 or customerservice@aromaco.com. NOTE...
  • Page 14: Removing Mineral Deposits

    REMOVING MINERAL DEPOSITS Hard water can leave mineral deposits that create scale build-up on the water tank and heating element. If mineral deposits occur, follow these steps. Without the heating element cover in Plug the steamer in and set the time Once time elapses, drain the water/ Dry the water tank thoroughly for place, pour a water/vinegar mixture...
  • Page 15 RECIPES Aroma’s Favorite Savory Chicken & Broccoli Ingredients boneless, skinless chicken breasts Combine soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, garlic and ginger with chicken breasts and 3 cups fresh broccoli fl orets broccoli and marinate for 10 to 15 minutes. Place chicken and marinade into the steaming...
  • Page 16 RECIPES (CONT.) Luxurious Steamed Lobster Run a wooden skewer through each lobster tail. This will prevent the tails from curling during steaming. Ingredients Add water to the water tank of the food steamer, to at least the halfway point. Place the four lobster tails lobster tails into the steam tray.
  • Page 17 NOTES...
  • Page 18: Limited Warranty

    United States. Within this warranty period, Aroma Housewares Company will repair or replace, at its option, defective parts at no charge, provided the product is returned, freight prepaid with proof of purchase and U.S. $14.00 for shipping and handling charges payable to Aroma Housewares Company. Before returning an item, please call the toll-free number below for a return authorization number.
  • Page 19: Service And Support

    SERVICE & SUPPORT In the event of a warranty claim, or if service is required for this product, please contact Aroma customer service toll-free at: ® 1-800-276-6286 M-F, 8:30AM – 4:30PM, Pacifi c Time Or we can be reached online at CustomerService@AromaCo.com.

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