TEFAL VITAMIN PLUS User manual

REF 5066184
ADHOC’S - 3529
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Instructions for use
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This appliance complies with the safety regula-
tions and conditions in effect, and with the follo-
wing:
- EMC directive 89/336/CEE modified by
directive 93/68/CEE
- Low Voltage Directive 72/23/CEE modified
by directive 93/68/CEE.
• Check that the power supply voltage corres-
ponds to that shown on the appliance (alter-
nating current).
• Given the diverse standards in effect, if the
appliance is used in a country other than that
in which it is purchased, have it checked by an
approved service centre.
• Do not place the appliance near a heat source or
in a hot oven, as serious damage could result.
• Use a flat and stable, heat resistant work sur-
face, away from any water splashes.
• Never leave the appliance in operation unat-
tended. Keep away from children.
• Do not leave the cord hanging.
• Always plug the appliance into an earthed
socket.
• Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the
cord.
• Do not use the appliance if:
- the appliance or the cord is damaged.
- the appliance has fallen or shows visible
damage or does not work properly.
In the event of the above, the appliance must
be sent to an approved Service Centre.
• If the power supply cable is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, the after-
sales service or a similarly qualified person in
order to avoid any danger.
•Burns can occur by touching the hot surface
of the appliance, the hot water, the steam or
the food.
• Always unplug the appliance:
- immediately after use,
- when moving it,
- prior to any cleaning or maintenance.
• Never immerse the appliance in water !
• Do not place the appliance near a wall or a
cupboard - the steam produced by the
appliance can cause damage.
• Do not move the appliance when it is full of
liquids or hot foods.
• This appliance is designed for domestic use
only. In case of professional use, inappropria-
te use or failure to comply with the instruc-
tions, the manufacturer accepts no responsi-
bility and the guarantee does not apply.
• Do not touch the appliance while it is produ-
cing steam and use a cloth to remove the lid,
rice bowl and steam bowl.
Please follow the instructions for use carefully.
Safety instructions
Protect the environment
Description
* depending on the model
Your appliance is designed for many years use. However, when you decide to replace your
appliance, do not forget that you can contribute towards protecting the environment by dis-
posing of it at your local waste disposal centre (for appliances fitted with an electronic pro-
grammer).
1Lid handle
2Lid
3Clip-on handle
4* Steam basket (2 or 3)
5Removable base with built-in egg holder
(only on upper basket(s))
6Rice bowl
7Steam conduit
8Juice collector
9Water inlet
10 Removable turbo ring scale remover
11 Interior maximum water level
12 Exterior maximum water level
13 Heating element
14 Water tank (capacity 1.1 l)
15 On/off light
16 60-minute timer
16* Electronic programmer with built-in
“VITAMIN+” touchpad
17 “VITAMIN+” touchpad: for extra fast
cooking and more vitamins
18 Steam vent
19 Condensation tray
This appliance produces boiling hot steam.
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Do not
immerse the water
tank in water when
cleaning.
Keep away from
any objects which
could be damaged by
the steam.
The turbo ring
must always be in
place before filling the
tank with water.
You must set
the clock before
programming.
Preparation
Prior to use
• Using warm soapy water, wash all the
removable parts and the inside of the
water tank.
• Rinse and dry.
Preparing the steam
cooker
• Place the cooker on a stable surface.
• Place the turbo ring around the heating
element, in the direction indicated in the
diagram.
Appliances fitted with an
electronic programmer
To set the clock
• Switch the appliance on. For 30 seconds,
the display flashes alternately (“Hr” and
“00:00”). Set the time you want with the
-/+ buttons.
• If the display no longer flashes or to
reset the time, press simultaneously on
the 0/I and PROG touch pads, then set
the time you want with the -/+ buttons.
• To confirm the time, press the
“VITAMIN+” touch pad or wait for auto-
matic save after 30 seconds.
• Disconnect the appliance.
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Do not put
water into the steam
conduit.
Do not use
seasoning or any
other liquid other than
water in the water
tank.
Make sure
there is water in the
tank prior to use.
Make sure that
the condensation tray
is empty before each
use.
The lower
basket is fitted with a
fixed base.
Only use the
clip-on handle on the
top basket.
When you use
the clip-on handle
with a basket, do not
clip the base into that
basket, simply lay the
base, in order to
remove it more easily.
Make sure that
the handle hooks are
properly in place.
Preparation
Filling the water tank
• Pour the water directly into the water
tank, up to the maximum level as well
as into the turbo ring.
• Place the juice collector on the tank until
firmly in place.
• If the juice collector does not fit into
place, check the position of the turbo
ring (see page 2). It may be the wrong
way up.
• Use fresh water with each use.
• Fit the condensation tray to the rear of
the appliance.
Positioning the removable
bases
• The upper basket(s) have bases which
can be removed to obtain a larger
cooking space or to cook larger foods.
• To position the bases:
- Place the basket on the table.
- Hold the base right side up (hooks
toward the bottom).
- Centre the base inside the basket.
- Press on the hooks until the base is
locked into place.
• To remove the bases, push up from
underneath.
Your steam cooker comes with a clip-on
handle which makes it easy to remove the
cooked food from the basket without
damaging it (fish, asparagus tips, etc...)
• Clip the tip of the clip-on handle on the
base.
• Squeeze the tip of the handle to unclip it.
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If steam is
coming out of the
appliance, check that
the baskets are
correctly fixed in place
and in the right order.
For best
results, do not put too
much food in the bas-
kets.
So as not to
scald yourself with
the steam from the
lid, preferably place
the steam holes
towards the back.
Preparation
Positioning the baskets
• Place the food in the basket.
• Always place the smallest basket on the
juice collector.
• Then place them from smallest to big-
gest, fitting them correctly into each
other.
• Put the lid on (the lid fits on all the bas-
kets).
To cook rice
• Put the rice and the water in the rice
bowl (see the table of cooking times).
• Place the rice bowl in the steam basket.
To cook eggs
• Place the eggs in the built-in egg holders.
To cook a whole fish
• Place the fish in the upper basket and
the vegetables in the lower basket or
baskets.
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In order to set
the timer, the
appliance must be
plugged in.
It is normal to
see a small amount of
steam coming from
the steam vent at the
rear of your appliance.
Once the
“VITAMIN+” touchpad
light has come on, you
cannot switch it off
manually. The light
goes out automatically.
It is not
advisable to press the
“VITAMIN+” button
more than once
during cooking.
10
min.
20
min.
60
min.
30
min.
40
min.
50
min.
Steam cooking with the timer
Choose the cooking time
• Plug the appliance in.
• Set the timer for the recommended
cooking times (see table of cooking
times).
• When the red light is on, the steam
cooking has begun.
Reduce your cooking time
with the "VITAMIN+"
touchpad
•Exclusive: your appliance is fitted with a
"VITAMIN+" touchpad which reduces
cooking time up to 50% compared with
classic steamers for a better preserva-
tion of vitamins.
• At the start of cooking, press the
"VITAMIN+" touchpad, the light comes
on automatically. This allows a faster
start to cooking, thanks to a bigger
steam output.
• Once the ideal temperature is reached,
the "VITAMIN+" touchpad light goes out
automatically.
• After opening the lid (e.g. : if adding
more food) you can press the
“VITAMIN +” touchpad again to quickly
return the steamer to the ideal tempera-
ture.
• In some cases, it is normal, when you
press the "VITAMIN+" touchpad for the
light to stay off or turn off very quickly.
This means that the ideal temperature
has been reached in the baskets.
For appliances fitted with electronic program-
ming see page 7.
10
min.
20
min.
60
min.
30
min.
40
min.
50
min.
10
min.
20
min.
60
min.
30
min.
40
min.
50
min.
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Do not touch
the appliance or foods
during cooking as
they will be hot.
Steam cooking
During cooking
• Check the water level during cooking
using the external water level indicator.
• If necessary, add more cold water
through the water inlets.
At the end of cooking
• A signal sounds.
• The red in-use light goes out.
• To stop the appliance ahead of time, turn
the timer to the O position.
Re-heating
• You can reheat food (see the table of
cooking times).
6
10
min.
20
min.
60
min.
30
min.
40
min.
50
min.
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Models with electronic programmer
• Press -/+ or O/I touchpads, the display
flashes (0:30).
• Adjust the desired cooking time with -/+
touchpads.
• To confirm, release the -/+ touchpad and
wait for 2 seconds: a signal sounds, the
in-use light changes to red.
• The "VITAMIN+" touchpad switches on
automatically. The touchpad light comes
on.
For appliances fitted with a timer see page 5.
ADisplay Clock/Timer (max 45 min.)
BPROG touchpad: lets you programme
start-time and length of cooking
CStay warm light (Green)
DTouchpad “-”: adjustment touchpad “-”
E"VITAMIN+" touchpad: for extra fast
cooking and more vitamins
FStay warm display
GO/I touchpad: On/Off
Pause (2 minutes max)
HIn-use light (Red)
IAdd water display
JTouchpad ”+”: adjustment touchpad “+”
Description of functions
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Immediate cooking
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Check that the
clock has been set
correctly. For
updating, see page 2.
When cooking
starts:
- the countdown
starts automatically.
- the in-use light
changes to red.
- the "VITAMIN+"
touchpad comes on
automatically.
Cooking with delayed start
Select the start-time and
length of cooking
• Press the PROG touchpad, the display
flashes and shows the time (e.g. 8:00).
• Press the + touchpad to adjust cooking
start-time (e.g. 10:00).
• Press the PROG touchpad, the display
flashes and shows an indicative cooking
time.
• Press the - or + touchpad to adjust the
length of cooking time.
Confirm programming
• Press the PROG touchpad to confirm.
The display shows Pro until cooking
starts.
Cancel programming
• Press the PROG touchpad for 2 seconds.
A signal sounds, the programme is can-
celled.
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It is normal to
see a small amount of
steam coming from
the steam vent at the
rear of your appliance.
Once the
“VITAMIN+” touchpad
light has come on, you
cannot switch it off
manually. The light
goes out automatically.
It is not
advisable to press the
“Vitamin +” button
more than once
during cooking.
Do not touch
the bowls or foods
during cooking as
they will be hot.
Steam cooking
Reduce your cooking time
with the "VITAMIN+"
touchpad
•Exclusive: your appliance is fitted with a
"VITAMIN+" touchpad which reduces
cooking time up to 50% compared with
classic steamers for a better preserva-
tion of vitamins.
• At the start of cooking, the "VITAMIN+"
touchpad comes on automatically (light
on). This allows a faster start to cooking,
thanks to a bigger steam outlet.
• Once the ideal temperature is reached,
the "VITAMIN+" touchpad light goes out
automatically.
• After opening the lid (e.g. : if adding more
food) you can press the "VITAMIN+"
touch pad again to quickly return the
steamer to the ideal temperature.
• In some cases, it is normal, when you
press the "VITAMIN+" touchpad for the
light to stay off or turn off very quickly.
This means that the ideal temperature
has been reached in the baskets.
During cooking
• Check the water level during cooking
using the external water level indicator.
• If necessary, put more water in through
the water inlets.
Changing the time during
cooking
• Press the -/+ touchpads to change the
remaining time as you wish.
• To confirm the new cooking time, release
the -/+ touchpad and wait for 2 seconds:
a signal sounds and the countdown
continues.
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If you wish to
keep foods warm for
longer, add water.
Use oven
gloves to handle the
baskets, handle and
lid.
If there is no
more water, the applian-
ce switches off automa-
tically.
To suspend cooking
(pause for 2 minutes max)
• Press the O/I touchpad.
• Within 2 minutes, press the O/I touchpad
to resume cooking.
End of cooking and
keeping warm
• A signal sounds.
• The green keeping warm light turns on.
• The pictogram is displayed.
• Your steam cooker automatically
switches to keeping warm until the water
runs out.
• To stop the appliance during cooking or
keeping warm, press the O/I touchpad.
If there is not enough
water
• To tell you when there is not enough
water in the tank, a signal sounds for
2 minutes and the pictogram is dis-
played.
• Pour more water in through the water
inlets on the sides.
• Once the tank is full, the steamer auto-
matically restarts after a few seconds or
when you press the O/I touchpad.
• The timer keeps the remaining cooking
time in its memory.
Steam cooking
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Table of cooking times
Cooking times are approximate and may vary depending on the size of the food, the space between the
food, the amount of food, individual preferences, and the mains voltage.
For food with different cooking times : place the largest or the food which takes the longest cooking time
in the lowest basket, during cooking, add the second or third basket with food that need a shorter cooking time.
At the start of cooking, press the “VITAMIN+” touchpad for extra fast cooking and for more vitamins.
Fish • Shellfish Type Amount Cooking Time Recommendations
Thin fillet of fish Fresh 450 g 5 -10 min. Do not lay pieces of fish on top of
Frozen 450 g 10 - 15 min. each other.
Thick fillets or steaks Fresh 400 g 10 - 15 min.
Whole fish Fresh 600 g 20 - 25 min.
Mussels Fresh 1 kg 10 - 15 min. Discard any that have not opened.
Prawns Fresh 200 g 2 - 5 min. According to your taste.
Scallops Fresh 100 g 2 - 5 min. According to your taste.
Meat • Poultry
Chicken breast (boneless) Strips 500 g 10 - 15 min.
Whole 450 g 15 - 20 min.
Chicken drumsticks Fresh 4 30 - 35 min.
Turkey escalope Fresh 600 g 15 - 20 min.
Pork fillet Fresh 700 g 10 - 15 min. Cut in 1 cm slices.
Lamb steaks Fresh 500 g 10 - 15 min.
Sausages Knackwurst 10 5 min.
Frankfurter 10 10 - 15 min. Pierce before cooking.
Vegetables
Asparagus Fresh 600 g 10 - 15 min. Cut the base off.
Broccoli Fresh 400 g 19 min. Cut in small florets.
Frozen 400 g 13 min.
Celeriac Fresh 350 g 15 - 18 min. In cubes or slices.
Mushrooms Fresh 500 g 11 min. Cut the base off and wash well.
Cauliflower florets Fresh 1 average 20 - 25 min. Cut in small florets.
(Red - Green) cabbage Fresh 600 g 15 - 18 min. Sliced or shredded.
Courgettes Fresh 600 g 7 - 10 min. Sliced.
Spinach Fresh 300 g 8 - 10 min. Toss half way through cooking.
Frozen 300 g 15 - 20 min.
Fine greens beans Fresh 500 g 20 - 25 min.
Frozen 500 g 25 - 30 min.
Peas Fresh 400 g 20 min.
Frozen 400 g 25 min.
Carrots Fresh 500 g 10 min. Sliced thin.
Corn on the cob Fresh 500 g 30 min.
Leeks Fresh 500 g 8 min. Sliced thin.
Mange tout Fresh 500 g 10 - 15 min.
Peppers Fresh 300 g 10 - 15 min. Cut into wide strips.
Old potatoes Fresh 600 g 20 - 25 min. Sliced or cut into cubes.
New potatoes Fresh 600 g 35 - 40 min. Depends on size and variety.
small whole
Onions small whole Fresh 400 g 8 min.
Rice • Grains • Pasta
White Rice American Long Grain 150 g 300 ml 25 - 30 min. Wash the rice before cooking.
White Rice Basmati Rice 150 g 300 ml 25 min. Use boiling water in the rice
White Rice Easy Cook White Rice 150 g 300 ml 18 - 20 min. bowl.
Brown Rice 150 g 300 ml 35 min.
Couscous 200 g 350 ml 10 min. Soak the couscous 5 min. in
boiling water before cooking.
Bulgar Wheat 150 g 300 ml 15 min. Use boiling water.
Pasta (spaghetti) 200 g 400 ml 20 - 25 min. Use boiling water.
Other Foods
Eggs Hard-boiled 6 15 min. Well grease the ramekins.
Solf-boiled 6 8 - 10 min.
Fruits Fresh 10 - 15 min.
Re-heating
Meat Pieces 10 - 15 min.
Pasta 10 - 15 min.
Vegetables 5 - 10 min.
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Use oven
gloves to handle the
baskets and the lid.
Check that the
juice collector has
cooled sufficiently
before removing it.
Do not use
abrasive cleaning
products.
Do not
immerse the water
tank in water.
Do not forget
to empty and wash
your condensation
tray.
Clean the turbo
ring regularly.
Always use a
prewash or lowest
heat setting.
Removing the food from
the steam baskets
• Lift the lid by the handle.
• Remove the steam basket.
• Place the steam basket on a plate.
• Let it cool completely before cleaning it.
• Unplug the appliance.
Cleaning the appliance
• Empty the water tank and clean it with a
damp cloth and warm soapy water.
• Rinse and dry.
• All the other removable parts can be put
in the dishwasher.
Afterwards
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Helpline:
For any problems or queries please telephone:
0845 602 1454 (UK - CALLS CHARGED AT LOCAL RATE)
[phone] (Ireland)
or consult our website: www.tefal.co.uk
Descale the
appliance after
approximately every
8 uses.
Do not use
other scale-removing
products.
Over time the
strong coloured
natural juices from
foods such as carrots
and beetroot may stain
the juice collector. This
is normal. It may be
cleaned by soaking in
mild bleach (not
abrasive) straight after
cooking. This may not
remove all staining.
Vinegar Water
Afterwards
Removing scale build-up
from the appliance
• Position the turbo ring upside down on
the heating element.
• Fill the inside of the turbo ring with white
vinegar up to the max mark.
• Fill the water tank with cold water up to
the same level.
• Do not heat up (to avoid any descaling
odour). Leave overnight to descale.
• Rinse out the inside of the water tank
with warm water several times.
Storing the baskets
• To take up as little space as possible,
your baskets can be stored inside each
other.
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