Whirlpool WOC97ES0ES Microwave Use and Care - Page 8

Steamer Vessel Use the steamer vessel with the Steam Cook feature to steam foods. A B C A. Lid B. Insert C. Base ■ T he steamer vessel will become hot. Always use oven mitts or pot holders when handling. ■ T he steamer vessel is designed to be used only in the microwave oven. To avoid damaging the steamer vessel, do not use in a convectional- or combination-type oven, with any other convection or crisp function, or on electric or gas burners. ■ Do not use plastic wrap or aluminum foil when covering the food. ■ Always place the steamer vessel on the glass turntable. Check that the turntable turns freely before starting the microwave oven. ■ Do not remove lid while the steamer vessel is inside the microwave oven as the rush of steam will disrupt the sensor settings. ■ To avoid scratching, use plastic utensils. ■ Do not overfill with water. Lid: Always use the lid when steaming. Place directly over the insert and base or just the base. Insert: Use when steam cooking to keep foods such as fish and vegetables out of the water. Place insert with food directly over the base. Do not use when simmering. Base: For steam cooking, place water in base. For simmering foods such as rice, potatoes, pasta, and vegetables, place food and water/liquid in base. See "the "Accessories" section to reorder. 8