Anko Food Steamer

Instruction Manual

Model: FS1151

Read this manual carefully before using and save it for future reference.

Important Safeguards

1. Read all instructions before using Food Steamer.
2. Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, check the voltage on the label corresponds with the voltage of your home; if this is not the case, please don't use the appliance and contact your dealer.
3. Do not touch the hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs, always use oven mitts when handling hot materials, avoid hot steam rising from top of steamer at all times when in use, do not touch over appliance while it is generating steam. Remove lid by lifting slowly away from you. Always use the handle when moving the unit.
4. Allow the unit to cool completely before cleaning or storing.
5. Allow the unit to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
6. When the appliance is not in use and before cleaning, unplug the food steamer from the mains power outlet.
7. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the unit, cord or plug in water or other liquid.
8. Close supervision is always necessary when this or any appliance is used near children.
9. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Any repairs to the item must be carried out by a competent electrical person only.
10. Do not use attachments not recommended by manufacturer; they may cause a fire, electronic shock or injury.
11. Use the appliance on a level and stable work surface away from water.
12. Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not use this for commercial purpose or for other than intended purpose.
14. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of table or counter, nor let cord touch hot surface.
15. Do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas or electronic burner or toaster oven, as this will cause fire.
16. Do not operate the appliance without water; it may damage the heating element. If the food steamer does boil dry, you should immediately unplug the appliance from the outlet. After cooling the appliance down, pour water in the appliance.
17. Always use sufficient water for steaming time.
18. When in use, position the appliance at the balanced surface where children can't touch it.
19. Don't let the base immerse in water; it may cause fire or electric shock.
20. During steaming, please be careful of the steam coming out of the steamer lid and not to be opposite anyone when opening the lid.
21. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliances by a person responsible for their safety.
22. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
23. This appliance is intended to be used for household use only and not for commercial use.
24. Save these instructions.

Know Your Food Steamer

The diagram illustrates the components of the food steamer. From top to bottom, it shows: Steam Lid, Knob, Rice Pan, Upper Steam Plate, Upper Steam Column, Middle Steam Plate, Middle Steam Column, Steam Egg Socket, Lower Steam Plate, Lower Steam Column, Drip Tray, Tube Sleeve, Reservoir, Filling Water Spout, Base, Water Gauge, and Timer.

Parts

• Indicating light: Shows the working state; it illuminates only after the timer has been set.
• Timer: Set steaming food time within 75 minutes; a bell will be heard after finishing steaming food.
• Filling water spout: Facilitates filling water into the reservoir; a spout is on both the left and right sides of the reservoir.
• Reservoir: Holds water for steaming food; do not place any other liquid in the reservoir.
• Drip tray: Prevents water condensation and food liquids from dripping back to the reservoir to ensure the water in the reservoir is clean.
• Steam column: Numbered for identification. The lower steam column is numbered "1", and the medium and upper are numbered "2" and "3" respectively.
• Steam plate: Each steam column has a corresponding steam plate and can be combined into a Steam assembly. Designed to be detachable for easy cleaning.
• Steam egg socket: Designed for steaming eggs easily; place the egg vertically. Each steam plate has six steam egg sockets.
• Rice pan: Can be placed on any steam plate to cook rice. For space-saving, it can be stored in the reservoir when not in use, but should be overturned.
• Steamer lid: Features a convenient knob on top to avoid scalding when removed. It matches any steam support.
• Tube sleeve: Covers the heating element, enabling rapid water boiling.
• Base: Contains the electronic components of the appliance.

Before the First Use

Before using the food steamer for the first time, clean all parts (steam column, steam plate, drip tray, steamer lid, etc.) thoroughly with warm soapy water and rinse. Fill the reservoir to the max mark, assemble all parts, and operate for about 30 minutes, then discard the water.

Using Food Steamer

1. Place the food steamer on a stable, level surface away from walls.
2. Fill the reservoir with water according to food needs. Minimum mark steams for ~20 minutes; maximum mark steams for ~60 minutes. Do not exceed the MAX level on the water gauge. If steam production reduces, add water. Note: Do not add salt, pepper, flavoring, essence, wine, or other liquids to the reservoir.
3. Install the tube sleeve in the center of the inner reservoir with the larger diameter part facing downwards, then install the drip tray on top.
4. The appliance can be used in three ways:
   • Using only the lower steam assembly.
   • Using three steam assemblies together, in numbered order.
   • Using two steam assemblies, with the middle assembly fitting on the lower one.
5. Cover with the steamer lid.
6. Plug into the outlet. Note: Do not operate without steam assemblies and steamer lid in place.
7. Set the timer; the indicator light will illuminate. Steam will be produced in several minutes; condensation during steaming is normal. Note: During operation, do not touch the base, steam assemblies, or steamer lid; always use gloves when handling the food steamer.
8. When steaming is complete, the timer will return to OFF, a bell will sound, and the working indicator will extinguish.
9. After steaming, unplug the appliance and allow it to cool completely before removing the drip tray. Note: Be careful when removing the drip tray, as water in the reservoir and drip tray may still be very hot.

Cleaning and Maintenance

1. Allow the appliance to cool down completely before cleaning.
2. Wash steam assemblies, steamer lid, drip tray, and rice pan in hot soapy water, rinse, and dry completely.
3. Do not clean any part with abrasive cleaners such as metal scouring pads or scouring powder.
4. Do not immerse the reservoir in water. Pour warm water into the reservoir, rinse thoroughly, discard water, and dry with a soft cloth. All parts except the reservoir can be cleaned in a dishwasher, but continual dishwasher cleaning may reduce polish.
5. Store the food steamer after all parts have cooled completely in a dry location, winding the cord into a coil and securing it.

Boil-Dry Protection

If the food steamer operates without water, the boil-dry protection will automatically switch off the power. Allow the appliance to cool before refilling with cold water.

Removal of Mineral Deposits

After 2-3 months of use, mineral deposits may build up. Descale the reservoir to prolong product life.

1. Fill the reservoir with a mixture of vinegar and water to the maximum mark. Do not use other chemicals.
2. Ensure the drip tray, steam assemblies, and steamer lid are in place.
3. Set the timer for approximately 20-25 minutes. If vinegar overflows, unplug, switch off the timer, and reduce the vinegar amount.
4. When the timer rings, unplug and allow the unit to cool before pouring out the vinegar.
5. Rinse the reservoir several times with cold water and clean other parts as described in Cleaning and Maintenance.

Tips

• Steaming time may need adjustment at high altitudes.
• Steaming times in recipes are references; actual times depend on food size, location, freshness, and taste.
• Single-layer steaming is faster than multi-layer; larger quantities take longer.
• For best results, select proper food sizes. Place smaller items on upper steam columns if sizes vary greatly.
• Do not overfill steam assemblies; ensure space for maximum steam flow.
• When steaming large quantities, stir food halfway through with a long-handled tool.
• Save liquids in the drip tray for soups, sauces, or gravy.
• Defrost frozen meat or poultry before steaming.
• Steaming times in recipes are based on cold water.
• Inner steam assemblies can be used for fruits, vegetables, pudding, and quick bread.
• When using two steam assemblies, place food needing longer steaming time in the lower assembly.
• When using three assemblies, place foods with consistent flavors together. For meat and vegetables, place meat in the lower layer to prevent gravy from dripping onto vegetables.
• Steaming time for the upper assembly may be longer. Start longer-cooking foods in the lower assembly if cooking times differ. Always use the steamer lid.

Recipes

The time or weight listed above is for reference only; adjust according to food weight, thickness, or taste for better results.

12 Month Warranty

Thank you for your purchase from Kmart.

Kmart Australia Ltd warrants this new product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period stated, from the date of purchase, provided the product is used in accordance with accompanying recommendations or instructions. This warranty is in addition to rights under the Australian Consumer Law.

Kmart will provide a refund, repair, or exchange (where possible) if the product becomes defective within the warranty period. Kmart will bear reasonable expenses for warranty claims. This warranty does not apply if the defect results from alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, or neglect.

Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase. Contact the Customer Service Centre on 1800 124 125 (Australia) or 0800 945 995 (New Zealand), or via Customer Help at Kmart.com.au for any product difficulties. Warranty claims and expense claims for returning the product can be addressed to the Customer Service Centre at 690 Springvale Rd, Mulgrave Vic 3170.

Goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. Customers are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. Goods are also entitled to be repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure is not major.

For New Zealand customers, this warranty is in addition to statutory rights observed under New Zealand legislation.