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OWNER’S MANUAL Model No. TMFS4401 3-TIER FOOD STEAMER T oastmaster ® TMR_TMFS4401_IB_30-6-06 6/30/06 6:48 PM Page 1[...]
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2 IMPOR T ANT SAFEGU ARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. T o protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs or Steamer Base in water or other liquid. 4. Close supervision is ne[...]
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3 ADDITIONAL IMPOR T ANT SAFEGU ARDS CA UTION HO T SURF ACES: This appliance gener ates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper pr ecautions must be taken to pre vent the risk of burns, fir es, or other injury to persons or damage to property . 1. A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to [...]
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4 13. Make sure the FIRST (1) Steamer Basket is secur ely sitting in steaming position — o ver the Drip T r a y , on the Steamer Base. Make sure the bottom of every stacked Steamer Basket sits securely in the grooves along the top rim of the Steamer Basket below it, and that the food is contained and evenly distributed within each Basket. Make su[...]
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5 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the T oastmaster ® TMFS4401 3-T ier Food Steamer . Never boil another vegetable! Steaming helps preserve vitamins and mineral content, color , and flavor , without using fat. The 60-minute timer allows you to prepare foods effortlessly . Steaming fish produces delicate, moist and tasty results. Th[...]
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6 GETTING T O KNOW YOUR TOASTMASTER ® 3-TIER STEAMER PRODUCT MA Y V ARY SLIGHTL Y FROM ILLUSTRA TIONS 16. 4. 4. 13. 14. 1. 2. 3. 5. THIRD (3) Basket 6. SECOND (2) Basket 7. FIRST (1) Basket 8. 8. 9. 10. 12. 15. 11. 18. 17. Remov able Steamer Basket Insert 1. Lid (P/N 22758) 2. Steam Holes 3. Rice Cooking Bowl (P/N 22759) 4. Steamer Basket Handle 5[...]
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7 BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME IMPORT ANT : Never place Lid, Rice Cooking Bowl, Steamer Baskets or Drip T ray on a hot stove or in a microwave. Before using your 3-T ier Food Steamer for the first time, we suggest you become familiar with all of its parts. Read all instructions and cautions carefully . 1. Unpack your Food Steamer and accessories[...]
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8 F igure 4 Dual Baskets. Use FIRST (1) and SECOND (2) Baskets with Inserts and Lid. F igure 6 Use the FIRST (1) Basket with the Steamer Basket Insert. Add the SECOND (2) Basket with NO Insert to create a Deep Steamer Basket for artichokes or cauliflower head. STEAMER BASKET CONFIGURA TIONS F igure 7 Use FIRST (1) Basket with Insert, add the SECOND[...]
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9 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Make sure the Food Steamer is unplugged. 2. Place unit on a flat sturdy surface with adequate clearance. Keep children away from the Food Steamer . 3. Place the Steam Ring into position over the Heating Element, the larger end facing the bottom of the Steamer Base. 4. Place the Drip T ray onto the Steamer Base making su[...]
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10 9. When cooking in multiple Steamer Baskets with foods requiring various steaming times, place the food to be finished first in the THIRD (3) Steamer Basket. 10. When the Steamer Base, Drip T ray , Steamer Basket(s) and Lid are properly set up, plug the unit into a 120V AC electric outlet. 11 . The T imer Control Dial acts as the on and off swit[...]
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11 Make sure the Baskets are securely sitting in position on top of each other and also on top the Steamer Base. Check that the Lid is properly in position. 15. T urn the T imer Control Dial the desired cooking time of the remaining food and continue steaming until all food is cooked to your satisfaction. 16. If, after checking, you are ready to se[...]
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USING THE RICE COOKING BOWL T O STEAM RICE Use the Rice Cooking Bowl to prepare light and fluffy rice: cook brown or white rice, and even wild rice. 1. Add the rice and water amounts listed on the RICE STEAMING CHAR T to the Rice Cooking Bowl. The amount of water will be less than listed on the rice package because the Steamer will retain moisture.[...]
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NO TE: If cooking less than 10 minutes, turn T imer to “10” and then back to desir ed cooking time. T he P ow er Indicator Light will illuminate as steaming begins. CA UTION: T ake care not to let the Steamer Base or the gr ains boil dr y . HINTS FOR STEAMING RICE 1. There are many types of rice. Follow specific directions for the variety used.[...]
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14 HINTS FOR BEST STEAMING RESUL TS 1. When placing food into the Steamer Baskets, make certain not to block all of the Steam Holes in the Inserts. This is especially important when cooking with multiple Steamer Baskets. There must be adequate air circulation around the food to ensure even steaming on all levels. W ARNING: DO NO T O VERFILL STEAMIN[...]
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15 FRESH VEGET ABLE STEAMING CHART The times in the V egetable Steaming Chart are approximate. Set the T imer and check for doneness at the suggested cooking time; continue cooking if necessary . The size and shape of the food, as well as personal taste, may call for adjustments. If you want softer vegetables, add more water if necessary , and stea[...]
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16 STEAMING FISH, POUL TRY & PRE-COOKED MEA TS 1. The steaming times listed in the Fish Steaming Chart are for fresh or frozen (fully thawed) fish or shellfish. Before steaming, clean and prepare fresh seafood. 2. Use lettuce leaves under fish fillets and fish steaks to catch some of the juice and to make removing the fish easier . 3. Clams, oy[...]
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17 PRE-COOKED MEA T & POUL TRY STEAMING CHART *Approximate times are offered as guidelines only . Cooking times may vary . BOILED EGG STEAMING CHART BOILED EGGS , IN CUP 1. Place 1 raw egg into each custard cup coated with butter . Season with salt and pepper , if desired. Place custard cup(s) into FIRST (1) Steamer Basket. 2. Cover with Lid. S[...]
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18 USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Any servicing requiring disassembly , must be performed by a qualified appliance repair technician. C ARE AND CLEANING CA UTION: Unplug and allo w Steamer and water to cool completely befor e emptying[...]
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19 TO ST ORE Unplug the 3-T ier Steamer from the wall outlet and clean all parts. Be sure all parts are dry before storing; then nest the parts inside each other for easy storage. 1. W ith the Steamer Basket Inserts removed, nest the FIRST (1) and SECOND (2) Steamer Baskets inside the THIRD (3) Basket. Add the 3 Steamer Basket Inserts and then the [...]
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20 RECIPES DELICIOUS CLASSIC EGG SALAD WITH DILL Makes about 2 1 ⁄ 2 cups, enough for 4 sandwiches 6 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and diced into 3 ⁄ 8 ” cubes 1 ⁄ 4 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons minced red onion 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 1 medium celery stalk, chopped finely 3 to 6 Claussen ® dill hamburger sliced pickles, chopped [...]
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21 3-TIER MEAL ASIAN GLAZED SALMON WITH STEAMED ASP ARA GUS AND PEA PODS 2 (4-oz.) salmon fillets, skin removed 1 ⁄ 4 cup sesame oil 1 ⁄ 4 cup soy sauce 1 ⁄ 4 cup brown sugar 1 ⁄ 4 cup chopped green onions 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1 garlic clove, minced 2 large lettuce leaves 1 lb. asparagus spears (very thin) 1 lb. snow peas 1. Combine t[...]
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22 3-TIER MEAL SMOKED TURKEY SA USA GE WITH C ABBA GE, ONIONS AND PEPPERS 1 (14 to 16 oz.) package smoked turkey sausage, cut into 6 pieces 1 ⁄ 2 head cabbage, cut into 1-inch chunks 1 onion, cut into 1-inch chunks 1 green pepper , cut into 1-inch chunks 1 red pepper , cut into 1-inch chunks 1. Separate cabbage leaves and place into the FIRST (1)[...]
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23 3-TIER MEAL SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN BREAST DINNER 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless Lawrey’ s ® Seasoning Salt 1 cup long grain white rice 1 1 ⁄ 4 cups water 1 ⁄ 2 medium onion, thinly sliced 1 ⁄ 2 green pepper , sliced 4 oz. mushrooms, sliced 1 can water chestnuts, drained 1 ⁄ 2 cup fresh bean sprouts (or 5 oz. canned bean sp[...]
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24 LIMITED ONE-YEAR W ARRANTY Wa rranty Coverage: This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workman- ship for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date. This product warranty is extended only to the original consumer purchaser of the product and is not transferable. For a period of one (1) year from the date o[...]