Tower Hobbies PT21004WHT, Safety And Instruction Manual

6

Before First Use: 

Read all instructions and safety information carefully before first use. Please retain this information 

for future reference. 

1. 

Before using the steamer for the first time, carefully clean the steamer and all accessories.

2. 

Do not use any aggressive detergents, brushes with metal or nylon bristles or sharp objects 

such as knives or spatulas to clean the steamer. Wipe with a sponge or cloth dampened in 

warm water to avoid damage.

3. 

Dispose of packaging in a responsible manner.

Using Your Appliance: 

1. 

Place the appliance on a stable, level surface away from walls and overhanging cupboards.

2. 

Pour cold tap water into the water reservoir. Fill to the min or max fill. See the Water Reservoir 

section for more information.  

3. 

Fit the required steaming basket(s) and cover with lid.

4. 

Plug the steamer into a wall outlet. Do not operate the appliance without the steaming basket 

and lid in place.

5. 

Set the timer for the recommended time. The red indicator light will come on to show that 

the power is on. Steaming will begin in less than a minute. Condensation during steaming is 

normal.

Note

: The manual timer operates regardless of whether the unit is plugged into the electrical outlet 

or not. Be sure the indicator light is on when setting the timer.

6. 

When steaming is complete, the timer will turn the steamer OFF automatically.

7. 

When you have finished using the appliance, unplug it from the wall socket and leave to cool 

completely before removing any parts.

8. 

Do not attempt to operate the steamer without water.

Water Reservoir: 

Fill Levels: 

The minimum and maximum fill levels are indicated by raised lines inside the water reservoir. 

Max Fill:  

 Fill the reservoir to the max level for any foods requiring 13 to 60 minutes steaming 

time. 

Min Fill:   

 Fill to the min level for any foods that require less than 13 minutes steaming time. 

Refer to the Steaming Charts in this manual for recommended cooking times. 

If the appliance stops producing steam, or there is a noticeable reduction in steam before food is 

ready, add extra water to the reservoir.

Note:

 Do not add any herbs, wine, stock or any liquid other than tap water to the water reservoir.

Using the Rice Bowl: 

• 

When cooking rice, add rice to the rice bowl, ensuring it is 

no more than half full. Add water to the rice, as per packet 

cooking instructions. Make sure you also add water to the 

water reservoir. 

• 

Put the rice bowl in the top steaming basket. 

• 

If the rice bowl is placed underneath other foods, the 

additional liquid and juices can affect the texture and taste of 

the rice.

• 

Steam rice for approximately 15-20 minutes, depending on 

quantity and personal taste.

Steaming tips: 

• 

For high altitude cooking, steaming times may need to be increased. Exact times vary 

according to the location of the food.

• 

Steaming times stated in the charts are only a guide. Times may vary depending on the size 

of food pieces, spacing of the food in the steamer basket, freshness of food, and personal 

preference. Adjust cooking times to suit your preference as you become familiar with the 

steamer.

• 

For best results, ensure pieces of food are similar in size. If pieces vary in  size and layering is 

required, place smaller pieces on top.

• 

Do not crowd food in the steaming basket. Arrange the food with spaces between pieces to 

allow for maximum steam flow.