Magic Chef MCSFS12ST User manual

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FOOD STEAMER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Item: MCSFS12ST
THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A MAGIC CHEF PRODUCT
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USE

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CONTENTS
Safety Instructions ………………………………………………………………………………………………..…. 3
Important Safeguards ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
Parts and Features …………………………………………………………………………………………………... 6
Operating Instructions ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
Food Steam Chart …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Care and Maintenance ……………………………………………………………….………………………….. 13
Warranty …………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 14

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What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions
Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all
possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be
exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating an appliance.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or manufacturer about problems or
conditions you do not understand.
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precaution should always be followed including
the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is for household use only. Do not use outdoors.
3. Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use.
4. Before using for the first time, check if voltage indicated on the base of the appliance
corresponds to the electrical outlet voltage.
5. Do not turn the power on unless this appliance is properly assembled.
6. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to an
authorized service center for examination, repair, or adjustment.
8. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended or sold by the manufacturer
may result in fire, electric shock or injury.
9. Unplug the appliance from the outlet when not in use, assembling and disassembling,
and before cleaning. Make sure the appliance cools down completely before
assembling, disassembling, and cleaning.
10. Do not let the cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
11. Do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
12. Never touch the heating base before it cools down.
13. Do not remove the lid while steaming food.
14. Always keep the necessary amount of water in the reservoir. Make sure not to go over
maximum level and also not to go below minimum level.
15. Do not operate the appliance without any food or water.
16. Always clear the mixture of oil and water out of the tray every 35 minutes to stop the
mixture from entering the reservoir.
17. Always put the lid on the steam container and make sure to match lid handles to the
steam container handles.
18. Steam is hot. Handle carefully when removing the lid.

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WARNING:
To protect against electric shock, fire, and injury to persons, do not immerse main cord, plug, or
unit in water or any other liquid.
This product is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other blade) as a
safety feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock. This three-pronged plug will fit into a
polarized outlet only in one way; this is a safety feature. If the plug does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician.
Never use the plug with an extension cord unless the plug can be fully inserted into the
extension cord. Do not alter the plug of the appliance or any extension cord used with this
appliance. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
CAUTION:
To prevent burns or other personal injuries to children, read and follow all instructions and
warning.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE AROUND CHILDREN
Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.
Do not allow children to operate or be near this appliance because the outside surfaces
are hot during use.
Do not allow the cord to hang over any edges that a child can reach. Properly arrange the
cord in order to avoid pulling, tipping, or entanglement.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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PARTS AND FEATURES
SPECIFICATIONS:
Power Rang: 800 Was
Voltage Rang: 120V~60Hz
3-Layer Food Containers
Brushed Stainless Steel Base
Digital Control with 7 Programs
BEFORE USE
Carefully unpack the food steamer and remove all packaging materials. Select a flat, heat-
resistant, non-flammable surface to place the food steamer. Do not immerse the product in
water or other liquid. To remove any dust that may have accumulated on the removable parts
during packaging, clean the surface with damp cloth and remove any sckers (except for any
warning/cauon sckers)
Cover
Food Basket
Drip Tray
Heang Base
Rice Bowl

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. After thoroughly cleaning the unit, begin by filling up the heating base with room
temperature water to desired level shown near the LCD panel.
2. Add the Drip Tray, followed by the Food Basket labeled # 1 on the bottom. (See diagram
on page 6)
3. Add the Separator Ring afterwards, and sequentially follow the diagram on page 6 of
this manual.
4. The Food Basket labeled “1” should be placed on the bottom, followed by “2” on top of
“1”, and the final Food Basket labeled “3” on top of “2.”
5. Please note that not all trays need to be used. When all trays are used, the odor from
different foods can transfer to different levels.
6. Wipe the unit dry then plug the cord in the outlet using dry hands on a flat, dry, and
stable surface.
7. Depending on stacking level, you can change the amount of minutes needed to cook the
food item. Operator must regularly check the status of steaming food item.
8. When finished, wipe each tray and part while disassembling them to wash.
WARNING: DO NOT wash or immerse Heating Base in water, use a damp cloth to wipe
the heating base only. Carefully store for next use.
AUTOMATIC PROGRAMS (1 - 7)
1. Connect the plug to power supply. LCD will display “00:00”.
2. Choose the appointed cooking programs by pressing different buttons:
Program
Number
Type of Food
Reference Time
(in minutes)
1
Rice
45
2
Chicken
35
3
Fish
23
4
Eggs
21
5
Prawns
15
6
Vegetables
25
7
Potato
50
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Turn Off Display
N/A
3. After selecting the cooking program, press “START/OFF” to start cooking. The clock will
count down with the indicator on. When the timer counts down to 00:00 on the LCD
display, it will beep 4 times with rapidly flashing indicator light, which alerts the
operating completion.

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FOOD STEAM CHART
STEAMING CHART:
These steaming times are for the bottom basked filled to the capacity listed in the chart. Items
will cook faster in the bottom basket. If you are cooking with multiple baskets or putting more
than suggested amount of food in baskets, you may need to add extra steaming time for proper
cooking; water level does not have to be precise. The following levels are suggested to provide
enough water for the recommended steaming times.
NOTE:
-Drip Tray must be always used
-Cooking times may vary

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. COMPLETELY CLEAN AND DRY ALL PARTS AFTER EACH USE.
2. Be sure to unplug the appliance before cleaning. To protect against electrical shock, do
not immerse cord, plug or unit in water or other liquid.
3. All plastic parts (other than the housing itself with control panel) are DISHWASHER SAFE.
The user may do short cycle on their dish washer to clean these parts.
4. Never use harsh abrasives, caustic cleaners on the interior surface.
5. Wipe dry with clean cloth. For stubborn stains, use nylon or plastic scouring pad or a
powdered, non-abrasive cleaner. Dry thoroughly before storing.
6. To clean the exterior finish, simply wipe with a clean, damp cloth.
7. Refit the bowl after cleaning. This keeps the mechanism covered underneath.
8. For all other parts, wash by hand and dry thoroughly.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Unless otherwise prohibited, MC Appliance Corporation warrants each FOOD
STEAMER MCSFS12ST to be free from defects in material and workmanship
and agrees to remedy any such defect or to furnish a new part(s) (at the
company’s option) of the unit that fails during the warranty period. A copy of the
dated sales receipt or invoice is required to receive warranty service or a
refund.
This warranty covers an appliance in use within the continental United
States, Puerto Rico and Hawaii. The warranty does not cover the following:
Damages due to shipping or improper installation.
Damages due to misuse or abuse.
Content losses due to failure of the unit.
Repairs performed by unauthorized service agents.
Service calls that do not involve defects in material and workmanship
such as instruction on proper use of the product or improper installation.
Failure of this product if used for other than for its intended purpose.
Disposal costs for any failed unit not returned to our factory.
Any delivery costs incurred as the result of a unit that fails to perform as
specified.
This warranty is in lieu of any and all warranties expressed or implied and
no representative or person is authorized to assume for us any other
liability in connection with the sale of this product. Under no circumstances
is the consumer permitted to return this unit to the factory without prior
written consent from MC Appliance Corporation.
Item Parts & Labor Type of Service
MCSFS12ST One-Year Carry-In
For Service or Assistance please call
888-775-0202.
Or visit us on the web at www.mcappliance.com to request warranty
service.