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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.

CARE AND CLEANING

CAUTION: Unplug and allow Steamer and water to cool 

completely before emptying water from the Drip Tray and
Steamer Base and before cleaning.

IMPORTANT: Always empty the Steamer Base and Drip Tray and

clean the Steam Ring after each use. Fill with clean water
before each use.

1. Make sure the Timer Control Dial to the OFF position (0). The

Indicator Light will be off. 

2. Unplug and allow Steamer, Steam Ring, Drip Tray and water to

cool completely before cleaning.

3. Use the 2 Handles on the Drip Tray to carefully lift the Drip

Tray out of the Steamer Base. Raise it up high enough to clear
the Heating Element under the Drip Tray.

4. Remove the Steam Ring to clean.
5. The Steamer Lid, Steamer Baskets, Steamer Basket Inserts, Drip

Tray and Steam Ring are top rack dishwasher-safe or they can
be washed by hand in warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly.
Dry the Steamer Base and all accessories after each cleaning.

6. Clean the outside of the Steamer with a soft, damp cloth.

CAUTION: DO NOT IMMERSE CORD, PLUG OR STEAMER UNIT

IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID. 

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Summary of Contents for TMFS4401

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL Model No TMFS4401 3 T I E R F O O D S T E A M E R Toastmaster TMR_TMFS4401_IB_30 6 06 6 30 06 6 48 PM Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...ter the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner Contact Consumer Service for examination repair or adjustment 7 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries 8 Do not use outdoors 9 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces 10 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven ...

Page 3: ...ctioning appliance 6 The cord to this appliance should only be plugged into a 120V AC electrical wall outlet 7 Do not use this appliance in an unstable position 8 Do not use the Food Steamer if the Drip Tray or Steamer Base or if any Steamer Basket is cracked or damaged 9 Make sure the Food Steamer is unplugged and the steaming water has cooled before transporting or cleaning 10 Never plug the Foo...

Page 4: ... still does not fit contact a qualified electrician Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Do not use an extension cord with this product PLASTICIZER WARNING CAUTION To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the finish of the counter top or ta...

Page 5: ...are foods effortlessly Steaming fish produces delicate moist and tasty results The three 3 Steamer Baskets with removable Inserts allow you to create entire meals in one easy to use and easy to clean versatile Food Steamer Use the Rice Cooking Bowl to steam rice perfectly every time Be creative steam eggs fresh fish clams mussels fresh or frozen vegetables hot dogs sausages dumplings leftovers and...

Page 6: ...ng Bowl P N 22759 4 Steamer Basket Handle 5 THIRD 3 Steamer Basket P N 22763 6 SECOND 2 Steamer Basket P N 22762 7 FIRST 1 Steamer Basket P N 22761 8 Water Fill Hole 9 Drip Tray P N 22760W 10 Removable Steam Ring P N 22764 11 Water Level Lens 12 Polarized Plug 13 Steamer Base 14 Indicator Light 15 Timer Control Dial 16 Cord Storage on bottom not shown 17 Heating Element 18 Removable Steamer Basket...

Page 7: ...Baskets when checking cooking progress REMOVABLE STEAMER BASKET INSERT ASSEMBLY There are 3 Steamer Baskets and 3 interchangeable Removable Steamer Basket Inserts 1 To assemble place a Steamer Basket flat onto the counter top All Steamer Basket Inserts have 6 special cups to hold eggs in position The Insert must be flipped so the cups are facing upwards to hold eggs in the shell in place Add Inser...

Page 8: ...FIRST 1 Basket with Insert add the SECOND 2 Basket with NO Insert Add THIRD 3 Basket with Insert Figure 3 Use the FIRST 1 Basket with the Steamer Basket Insert and Lid Figure 5 Use FIRST 1 SECOND 2 and THIRD 3 Steamer Baskets with Inserts and Lid NOTE Removable Inserts allow you to stack 2 Steamer Baskets together for larger deeper foods see Figure 6 If you would like to steam another tier you may...

Page 9: ...ods to be cooked into the various Steamer Baskets 6 The bottom of every stacked Steamer Basket locks into the grooves along the top rim of the Steamer Basket below it 7 When using a single Steamer Basket use only the FIRST 1 Basket See Figure 3 When using 2 tiers dual Steamer Baskets use the FIRST 1 Basket and rest the SECOND 2 Basket with the Lid on top See Figure 4 NOTE It is important that food...

Page 10: ...rol Dial to the desired cooking time to begin steaming again At the end of that time a signal will sound the Food Steamer will turn OFF automatically and the Power Indicator Light with turn off Use protective oven mitts to remove the Lid Check the SECOND 2 Basket food for desired doneness If the SECOND 2 Basket s food is finished cooking remove it and replace the Lid onto the FIRST 1 Steamer Baske...

Page 11: ...ul surface to place Steamer Baskets when checking for doneness or removing Baskets from the stack TO REFILL THE STEAMER BASE WITH WATER DURING STEAMING 1 When steaming foods for long periods of time more than approximately 1 hour it will be necessary to replenish the water in the Steamer Base WARNING When cooking foods for more than 1 hour check the Water Level Lens periodically Since the Food Ste...

Page 12: ...n the RICE STEAMING CHART follow ing The Power Indicator Light will illuminate as steaming begins WARNING When cooking rice for more than 1 hour check the Water Level Lens periodically Since the Food Steamer cannot operate properly when the water level is too low you must refill while steaming Use a spouted vessel and add water through either Water Fill Hole 5 Add more water to the Steamer Base as...

Page 13: ...tilt Lid away from your face when removing to avoid burns Be careful not to allow condensed water to spill into the Rice Cooking Bowl since this would reduce the quality and flavor of the steamed rice Stir the rice in the Rice Cooking Bowl and check its doneness and consistency 4 Rice may be seasoned with salt pepper or butter after steaming RICE STEAMING CHART Approximate times are offered as gui...

Page 14: ... Cooking Guide supplied in this booklet you may experiment and adjust your cooking times to your personal taste WARNING When cooking foods for more than 1 hour check the Water Level Lens periodically Since the Food Steamer cannot operate properly when the water level is too low you must refill while steaming Use a spouted vessel and add water through either Water Fill Hole 3 Make sure that the wat...

Page 15: ...le Artichoke whole Asparagus spears Beans green wax cut or whole Broccoli spears florets Brussels sprouts Cabbage 1 8 wedges Carrots 2 inch chunks Cauliflower florets Corn on the cob Mushrooms whole Parsnips whole Potatoes new whole Rutabaga quartered Spinach Summer squash yellow and green zucchini 1 2inch slices Turnips halved Winter squash cut in half or to fit in Basket skin up Amount approxima...

Page 16: ... accordingly to suit your personal taste NOTE Foods that steam in the THIRD 3 or SECOND 2 Basket s may require additional cooking time FISH STEAMING CHART Approximate times are offered as guidelines only Cooking times may vary NOTE If cooking less than 10 minutes turn Timer to 10 and then back to desired cooking time Fish Shellfish Clams in shell littlenecks cherrystones Crab pre cooked king crab ...

Page 17: ...tart to set around the edge NOTE If cooking less than 10 minutes turn Timer to 10 and then back to desired cooking time Meat Poultry Chicken breasts boneless skinless Hot dogs Pre cooked sausage Amount approximate to fit in Basket 1 package 1 lb Suggested Cooking Time 30 to 40 min 15 to 20 min 15 to 20 min Boiled Eggs in Shell Soft boiled Medium boiled Hard boiled Number of Large Eggs 1 to 6 1 to ...

Page 18: ...al to the OFF position 0 The Indicator Light will be off 2 Unplug and allow Steamer Steam Ring Drip Tray and water to cool completely before cleaning 3 Use the 2 Handles on the Drip Tray to carefully lift the Drip Tray out of the Steamer Base Raise it up high enough to clear the Heating Element under the Drip Tray 4 Remove the Steam Ring to clean 5 The Steamer Lid Steamer Baskets Steamer Basket In...

Page 19: ...osits can form a coating on the Steam Ring Drip Tray Heating Element and in the Steamer Base This can cause longer steaming times and possibly an off flavor in the foods 1 Follow instructions outlined the Care and Cleaning section of this Owner s Manual 2 Make sure the unit is unplugged and completely cool 3 Add 3 cups of warm water into the Steamer Base Add 1 4 cup white vinegar into the Steamer ...

Page 20: ...n 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 1 medium celery stalk chopped finely 3 to 6 Claussen dill hamburger sliced pickles chopped 1 tablespoon ground mustard 1 garlic clove minced 1 2 teaspoon salt red pepper flakes to taste 1 Allow eggs to cool then peel off the shells 2 Combine all ingredients in large mixing bowl Add additional seasonings after tasting TMR_TMFS4401_IB_30 6 06 6 30 06 6 48 PM Page 2...

Page 21: ...es in the FIRST 1 Basket and lay the salmon fillets on top of the lettuce leaves Set securely in place on the Base 3 Place the asparagus in the SECOND 2 Basket and place securely on top of the FIRST 1 Basket 4 Place the snow peas in the THIRD 3 Basket and place securely on top of the SECOND 2 Basket 5 Set the Timer for 15 to 20 minutes Check all foods for doneness Continue cooking if necessary Arr...

Page 22: ...ions and peppers in the SECOND 2 Basket When Timer sounds remove Lid hold onto the Basket Handle and stir cabbage Then set the SECOND 2 Basket securely in place on top of the FIRST 1 Basket and add the Lid Set the Timer for another 10 minutes 3 Cut the sausage and place into the THIRD 3 Basket When the Timer sounds remove the Lid hold onto the Basket Handle and stir the onions and peppers Then set...

Page 23: ...r into the Rice Cooking Bowl Place the SECOND 2 Basket securely on top of the FIRST 1 Basket and add the Rice Cooking Bowl 3 Place onion green pepper mushrooms water chestnuts bean sprouts and dried pineapple in the THIRD 3 Basket Set the THIRD 3 Basket securely on top of the SECOND 2 Basket and add the Lid 4 Set the Timer for 45 minutes Check foods for doneness Continue cooking if necessary 5 Com...

Page 24: ...ranty is invalid if the serial number has been altered or removed from the product This warranty is valid only in the United States and Canada LIMITATION ON DAMAGES THERE SHALL BE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION ON THIS PRODUCT DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ALL IMP...

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