Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Handy Steamer Plus HS90 Black & Decker
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SA VE THIS USE AND CARE BOOK Handy Steamer Plus ™ Food Steamer/Rice Cooker ? 800-231-9 786 QUESTIONS? Please call us TOLL FREE Monday - Friday 8:15 a.
2 When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: ■ Read all instructions. ■ Do not touch hot surfaces. Use potholders when removing cover or handling hot containers. ■ T o protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or base unit in water or other liquid.
3 Do not place the unit directly under cabinets when operating as this product produces large amounts of steam. Avoid reaching over the Steamer when operating. Always use hot pads during steaming to remove the Cover or any part of the unit to avoid steam burns.
4 Some water will remain in the W ater Reservoir after the Steamer has turned off; this is normal. Do not use any Steamer parts in microwave or on any cooking/heated surface. How T o Use COOKING IN THE STEAMING BOWL (See Steaming Guide for suggested cooking times, techniques and water fill levels.
Place the foods to be steamed into the Steaming Bowl. Y ou may add seasonings, such as lemon slices, fresh dry herbs, seafood seasoning mix, etc. to the food. Place the Cover on the Steaming Bowl. Make sure the handles line up over each other and the tabs fit properly into the openings.
6 Fill W ater Reservoir with cold tap water to appropriate fill line. Do not use wine, broth or other liquids. Put Steaming Bowl onto the Base. Add rice and water to Rice Bowl. Place Rice Bowl with rice and water into the Steaming Bowl. (Figure C) Place the Cover on the Steaming Bowl.
7 Always place the Bowl Divider in the Steaming Bowl prior to the start of steaming (even if empty and food is to be added later .) If steaming foods with different water levels, always use the higher water level of the 2 foods. Refer to Steaming Guide for water levels to use for each food.
8 If food in the Bowl Divider is done first, remove Bowl Divider - using potholder to grip hot handle - and continue cooking other food. SUGGESTED FOOD C O M B I N A TI ON S Carrots and Red Potatoes Medium water level 1 1/2 cups carrots (1/8” thick slices) 4 potatoes, quartered Place carrots in Bowl Divider , fully opened.
9 Boneless Chicken Fillets and Cut Green Beans Medium water level 1/2 lb. cut green beans (1 1/2 cups) 2 chicken fillets (each 1/4 lb., 3/4” thick) Open Bowl Divider fully and fill with green beans. Place chicken fillets in Bowl. Start together . Set T imer for 30 minutes.
When bell sounds and Cooking Light stops glowing, unplug cord from outlet. Pour out vinegar solution and using a non- abrasive plastic brush, scrub the Heater Element. Rinse only interior surfaces with fresh water . Exterior of Base: Wipe Base and cord with a damp cloth, then dry thoroughly .
11 T o cover Rice Bowl, use about a 7” width of foil. Place the length over Bowl and across the handles; press length down and against outside of handles. Extend width of foil just beyond opposite sides of Bowl; leave a little space between foil and edge of Bowl.
12 Weight/Or Use Use Water Approx. Fresh Number Rice Drip Fill Line T ime V egetables Pieces Bowl T ray In Base (Minutes) T ips Asparagus, 1 lb. No Y es Lo 13-15 Spears (about 3/8” - 1/2” in diameter) 1 1/2 lbs. (3/8” - 1/2” in diameter) No Y es Lo 16-18 Beans, 1 lb.
13 Weight/Or Use Use Water Approx. Fresh Number Rice Drip Fill Line T ime V egetables Pieces Bowl T ray In Base (Minutes) T ips Cauliflower Medium size No Y es Med 26-29 Whole Head (about 2 1/2 lbs. untrimmed) Flowerets 1 head No Y es Med 23-25 (1 1/4 - 1 1/2 lbs.
14 Weight/Or Use Use Water Approx. Fresh Number Rice Drip Fill Line T ime V egetables Pieces Bowl T ray In Base (Minutes) T ips Spinach 1 lb. No Y es Lo 13-15 Squash 1 lb. No Y es Lo 14-16 Summer (Y ellow) medium and Zucchini size ■ Remove stems; wash, then drain leaves for 1-2 mins.
15 Pkg. Weight/ Use Use Water Approx. Frozen Or Number Rice Drip Fill Line Time V egetables Pieces Bowl T ray In Base (Minutes) T ips Broccoli 2 pkgs. No Y es Med 29-31 Chopped (9-10 ounces) Spears 1 pkg. No Y es Med 22-25 (16 ounces) Brussels Sprouts 2 pkgs.
16 SEAFOOD AND FISH Steaming times provided are for fresh, or frozen and thawed, seafood and fish. Clean and prepare fresh seafood and fish, as appropriate, before steaming. Most seafood and fish cook quickly . Steam in small quantities, or in amounts as specified.
17 Use Use Water Approx. T ype Of Rice Drip Fill Line Time Seafood/Fish Amount Bowl T ray In Base (Minutes) T ips Fish Fillets 1/2 lb. No Y es Lo 10-14 (Fresh, or frozen (1/4” - 1/2” and thawed) thick) Sole Flounder Other favorite fillets Poached Sole Dijon* 1 - 1 1/4 lbs.
18 CHICKEN, FRANKFURTERS T o steam chicken pieces: Select pieces of similar size and weight for even cooking. T rim off fat; removal of skin is recommended. Arrange in single layer; see T ips in Steaming Guide. Steam until well done - when juices run clear .
19 Weight/Or Use Use W ater Approx. Chicken, Number Rice Drip Fill Line T ime Frankfurters Pieces Bowl T ray In Base (Minutes) T ips Frankfurters About 7/8” No Y es Lo 15-17 Up to 7” long in diameter , uncooked 2 lbs. No Y es Lo 17-19 (16-20) ■ Crisscross and stagger franks in layers.
20 For flavored rice, substitute the specified amount of water that is combined with rice in the Rice Bowl with beef or chicken broth, consomme or bouillon. For a tasty change from plain rice, refer to recipe for Parmesan Rice with Spinach. At completion of steaming, carefully remove Rice Bowl from Steaming Bowl; handles will be hot and wet.
21 Combine in Rice Bowl Use Water Fill Approx. Amount Amount Drip Line Time T ype of Rice Rice Cold Water T ray In Base (Minutes) Tips White (cont.) MINUTE ® 2 cups 1 2/3 cups No Lo 18-29 Brand Origi.
22 Foods Weight/Or Use Use Water Approx. T o Be Number Rice Drip Fill Line T ime Reheated Pieces Bowl T ray In Base (Minutes) T ips Muffins Up to 6 No Y es Lo 17 mins. (At refrigerator (Medium size; (Divided) temperature) in paper baking cups) ■ Place muffins in single layer only .
23 Weight/Or Use Use W ater Approx. Number Rice Drip Fill Line T ime Other Foods Pieces Bowl T ray In Base (Minutes) T ips Oatmeal 2/3 cups oats Y es No Lo 10 mins. Regular , 1 cup hot (divided) Old Fashioned tap water Oatmeal 1 1/3 cups Y es No Lo 13 mins.
24 POACHED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH FRESH SALSA Change rice into a colorful and flavorful side dish by adding spinach and nutmeg. Using the Handy Steamer Plus ™ to cook rice prevents the nuisance of a saucepan boiling over or having to scrub a pan with scorched, crusty rice.
25 A tangy , flavorful taste is created as blue cheese melts on hot broccoli and the two are tossed together with the vinaigrette sauce. 1 lb. broccoli spears 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil 1 ta.
26 APPLE BREAD PUDDING Bread puddings are quintessential, old-fashioned comfort food. This one is made extra tasty by the addition of sliced apple, raisins and walnuts.
27 The cord length of this appliance was selected to reduce safety hazards that may occur with a longer cord. If more cord length is needed, an extension cord may be used. It should be rated not less than 10 amperes, 120 volts, and should have Underwriters Laboratories listing.
28 Need Help? SERVICE OR REP AIR Service, if necessary , must be performed by a Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., Household Appliance Company- Owned or Authorized Service Center . The Service Center nearest you can be found in the yellow pages of your phone book under “Electric Appliances - Small - Repairing.
29 TWO-YEAR WARRANTY Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product against any defects that are due to faulty material or workmanship for a two-year period after the original date of consumer purchase or receipt as a gift. This warranty does not include damage to the product resulting from accident or misuse.
Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Copyright © 1991, 1993 Black & Decker Pub. No. 168633-16-RV00 Printed in China.
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