Kogan KACMPFDSTMA User manual
Ultra Compact Food Steamer
KACMPFDSTMA
Table of Contents
Safety & Warnings..................................................................................................................1
Overview...................................................................................................................................1
Operation.................................................................................................................................2
Cleaning & Care......................................................................................................................3
Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................................4
Safety & Warnings
• ead all instructions before using the appliance and retain for reference.
• 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 appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Do not use outside of indoor household use as described in this manual.
• Do not allow the power cord to be exposed to water, heat, direct sunlight or
overhang where it can be pulled or otherwise be damaged or pose a hazard.
• This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts. If it suers any failure or
damage, cease usage and contact Kogan Support after consulting the
Troubleshooting section of this manual.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Allow the product to cool. 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. emove lid by lifting slowly away from you. Always use the
handle when moving the unit.
Overview
eservoir: Holds water for steaming.
Drip tray: Prevent condensation and
liquids from cooking from going into
the reservoir.
Steamer column, numbered above
steamer handle.
• Lower (1), medium (2) and upper (3)
ice pan: Can be placed on any steam
plate to cook rice. Can be stored in the
reservoir when not in use: overturn,
then position in place.
Steamer lid: Handle to avoid scalding
when removed. Matches any steamer.
Controls
1. On/O
2. Mode: Press to select one of five pre-set steam
programmes (bread, rice, fish, chicken/meat, vegetables)
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3. + / - : Set steaming time, up to 90 minutes
4. Hr / min: Change between hour and minute and set automatic start time.
5. Display: Indicate working mode and time
Operation
Before first use
Before first use of the appliance, clean completely, and also clean accessories
(steam plates, drip tray, steamer lid, etc.). Fill the reservoir with water to the
maximum indicated level, assemble all parts and begin to operate. Discard the
water boiled on this initial use.
NOTE: Never put reservoir and base in the water for cleaning.
Using food steamer
1. Place the food steamer on a stable and level surface.
2. Fill the reservoir. If the food needs steaming for 15-60 minutes, add water to
the maximum mark, but if the steaming time is less the 15 minutes, add water to
the minimum mark. If food steamer stops producing steam or steam rate drops
before the food is ready, it indicates you should add water to the reservoir.
NOTE:
1) Don’t add salt, pepper, flavouring, essence, or other liquids.
2) Always ensure the water level is between minimum and maximum levels.
3. Add the steamers, the bottom (1), bottom and middle (1 and 2), or all 3.
NOTE: During steaming with two or three steamer columns, the food of cooking
in the lower steamer column is quicker than in the upper steamer column, so
you may put the dicult-to-cook food in the lower steamer column.
4. Cover with the steamer lid.
5. Plug into the outlet: a buzz will be heard and the display will show “0:00”
after 1 second. Only the “Mode” button can be used.
NOTE: Do not operate without steamer columns and lid in place.
6. Press the “Mode” button: select your desired program and then change the
steaming time by pressing the ＋and －buttons.
7. The unit has automatic start function: the max delay time is 12 hours and 59
minutes. If you do not want to the steamer start operation immediately, you
may set the automatic start function by pressing “Min” and adjusting the
minutes using the ＋and －buttons, then “Min” to select the hours. Then, press
“On/O” to set. The LCD will count down the time to “0:00”, where the alarm
clock icon will disappear, the indicator will turn red and stop flashing and the
appliance will begin.
NOTE: The minimum operation time of every mode is the default time: the
maximum is 90 minutes. You can cancel by pressing “On/O” for 2 seconds.
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8. The base, rice pan and steamer columns will become hot: always use gloves.
9. After steaming, unplug the appliance from the outlet and let it cool
completely before removing the reservoir.
NOTE: Be careful when removing drip tray, as water will remain very hot.
10. Discard the water after each using, next cycle pour the tap water again.
11. Store the food steamer after all parts cool down completely and place it at
the dry location such as a table top or counter top or a cupboard shelf. The
power cord may be wound under the bottom of steamer.
Example recipes
Type ice Potato Carrot Egg Chicken
Weight ice 400g, water 500ml 900g 550g 6 eggs 550g
Steaming time 45-50 min 40 min 40 min 15-20 min 40 min
• The times and weights above are for reference only based on cold water.
• They can be adjusted according to weight, thickness or personal preference.
Tips
• When using at high altitude, the steaming time may need to be increased.
• When using multiple columns, the food higher up will take longer, around 5
minutes for the upper steamer column (depending on
• For better results, cut food smaller. If size varies, the smaller pieces should be
on top.
• Don't overfill steamer columns as this will reduce eectiveness.
• When steaming a large quantity of food, remove steamer lid and stir midway.
• The liquids in drip tray can be used for soup, sauces or gravy.
• Defrost frozen meat or poultry first.
10. Inner steamer column is also used for steaming other food such as fruits,
vegetables, pudding, quick bread etc.
• Steam infused with flavour will drop from higher columns to lower.
Cleaning & Care
Maintenance
1. Allow the appliance to cool down completely before cleaning.
2. Wash the steamer columns, steamer lid, drip tray, rice pan completely in hot
soapy water and dry completely.
3. Don’t clean any part with abrasive cleaners such as metal scouring pads.
4. Don’t immerse the reservoir in water: pour warm water into the reservoir,
then rinse thoroughly and discard water and dry with soft cloth. All parts
except the reservoir can be cleaned in a dishwasher, however, continual
cleaning in a dishwasher may result in a slight loss of polish.
5. Once all parts are cool, store the food steamer after in a clean, dry location
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such as a counter top or a cupboard shelf.
Boil-dry protection
Monitor the level of water in the reservoir. If the water level is too low, the boil-
dry protection will shut o the power and sound a buzzer.
Descaling
After about 2-3 months, some chemical deposits may build up in the reservoir
or on the heating element, which is normal. It is essential to descale the
reservoir to ensure a long product life and good operation.
1. Fill the reservoir with a vinegar and water mixture to the maximum mark.
2. Plug into the outlet, drip tray, steamer columns and steamer lid should be in
the correct place during this procedure.
3. Set timer for 20-25 minutes. If vinegar overflows from the reservoir, unplug
from the outlet, switch o timer and reduce some white vinegar.
4. When the timer rings, unplug from the outlet and allow the unit to cool down
before pouring vinegar out.
5. inse the reservoir several times with cold water and clean other parts as
described earlier under Maintenance.
Troubleshooting
• If you experience any issue with the device, ensure you have restarted it and
plugged it into a dierent power outlet.
• If the appliance shuts o and emits an alarm, this is the boil-dry protection.
estart the device with an appropriate level of water.
• If you face any further issues, contact Kogan Support.
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