[. . . ] · Do not start up the blender function if the appliance is empty, or for more than 10 seconds at a time. · Do not remove the plug from the tank during operation and wait approximately 10 minutes after the end of the cooking before opening it. [. . . ] Thus, the tank must always be filled before you plug in the appliance. Positioning the bowl Once the lid is locked on, place the bowl on the body of the appliance and turn it until it locks into position - fig. Note: the appliance will not work if the bowl is not properly locked in position. Steaming Cooking time varies according to the temperature of the food and evaporation of the water poured into the tank before start-up. The cooking times in the guide opposite are given as an indication only for approximately 100 g of food, either fresh or frozen, cut up into small cubes or pieces. Note: if the food is not cooked enough, wait 10 minutes before opening the plug on the tank. fill it up again and do another cycle, adjusting the amount of water. Using the steaming function Open the plug on the water tank and pour in the amount of water indicated for cooking the food using the water measure - fig. Place the food in the steaming basket then place the basket in the bowl, in the notch designed for this purpose - fig. 4/5 and turn the button to the steaming position . 10 Reheating and defrosting Using the blender function You can also use the steaming function to reheat food or jars of food and even defrost food in jars. Caution: when reheating or defrosting food in jars, always remove the lid from the jar before placing the opened jar in the steaming basket - fig. 8. Remove the steaming basket and put the food in the blender bowl. Then place the bowl on the body of the appliance and turn the button to the blending position . Proceed through successive presses until you obtain the desired consistency. If the blended food remains stuck on the sides of the bowl, scrape it with the spatula and resume blending once you have locked the lid back in position. [. . . ] - Leave to cool before serving. care After use, unplug the appliance and let it cool if necessary before cleaning it. for your safety, this appliance complies with applicable standards and regulations (Low Voltage Directive, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Materials in Contact with foodstuffs, Environment, etc. ). [. . . ]