Cuisinart CS-7 S Electric Steam Sterilizer & Dryer
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the Cuisinart CS-7 S Electric Steam Sterilizer & Dryer User Manual carefully before using it.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
- READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE STERILIZER.
- Always unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the electrical outlet. Never pull the cord. Allow to cool before handling.
- To protect against the risk of electric shock, do not put a cord, plug, or unit base in water or other liquids.
- The use of attachments not recommended or sold by Cuisinart may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
- Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
- When in use, the sterilizer contains hot water. Be careful to avoid spilling any water on yourself when removing items from the sterilizer.
- Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage, always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could risk a fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.
The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord (or a long, detachable power supply cord) is used:
- The marked electrical rating of the detachable power supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
- If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
- The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be tripped over, snagged, or pulled on unintentionally (especially by children).
NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one prong is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Two-Tier Sterilization Chamber – integrates lid and bottom chamber to quickly sterilize and dry bottles and accessories; easily converts to one compact tier for accessories only.
- Bottle Chamber – holds 5 glass or plastic bottles of all brands, shapes, and sizes.
- Removable Accessory Tray – holds pacifiers, nipples, teething toys, and other small items.
- Sterilizer Base – contains a stainless steel water reservoir that holds water to convert to steam.
- Button Control – choose a complete steam-and-dry cycle not steam only.
- BPA Free (not shown) – all materials that come in contact with water, bottles, and accessories are free of the industrial chemical known as BPA.
- Measuring Cup – 120 ml maximum fill; 90 ml minimum fill.
BEFORE THE FIRST USE
Carefully unpack the unit and remove any packaging and promotional labels in or on the sterilizer. Rinse all accessories thoroughly with warm, soapy water.
OPERATION
Before you begin sterilizing, thoroughly wash all bottles and feeding accessories in warm, soapy water or the dishwasher.
Set up
- Place the unit on a flat surface where it is out of reach of children and cannot be moved during operation.
- Remove the lid, the removable accessory tray, and the bottle chamber from the sterilizer base and set aside.
- Fill the stainless steel water reservoir with distilled water to the MAX fill line (120 ml). DO NOT EXCEED the MAX fill line.
- Place clean bottles on bottle racks in the bottle chamber (fits 5 bottles total). Place clean accessories on the removable accessory tray and place them on top of the bottle chamber using the center holder piece for easy handling.
- Lastly, place the lid on top securely.
Note: If you are not sterilizing both bottles and accessories simultaneously, you can choose to sterilize bottles only or accessories only. The removable accessory tray & lid can both fit on the sterilizer base. - Plug the unit in. You are now ready to Sterilize and dry.
Sterilize & Auto Dry Function
- Press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit on. A blue light will turn on, indicating the sterilizing process will begin.
Note: It takes about 12 minutes for the sterilizing process to complete. - After approximately 12 minutes pass, the ON/OFF light will switch from blue to white and immediately start the drying function. The drying process can take up to 60 minutes in total.
Note: The user has the option to Sterilize ONLY. (Follow steps 1–6) Press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit on. This begins the sterilizing process. After 12 minutes the light changes to white, press the ON/OFF button to turn off the unit and unplug it from the outlet. Remove sterilized bottles and accessories. Be careful handling as items and units will be hot.
TIPS AND HINTS
For best results, use distilled water (page 4) to minimize a buildup of calcium in the sterilizer base.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Q: Why won’t sterilizing start when I turn the unit on?
- A: Check that the plug is securely inserted into the outlet.
- A: The sterilizer base may be empty. Add the required water amount to the water reservoir.
Q: How do I empty the unit of excess water?
A: To empty the unit of excess water, remove the tray, lid, and bottle chamber and tilt the sterilizer base onto its side over the sink. Any extra water will come out.
Note: Never empty the water from the direction of the fan port.
Q: Why is there a white residue in the sterilizer base water reservoir?
A: Mineral-rich water causes calcium deposits to build up in the sterilizer base. The unit should be cleaned out once a month to avoid this buildup. Refer to the Decalcification section in Cleaning and Maintenance, following. To help prevent/minimize this buildup, distilled or purified water can be used.
Q: Why are the bottles coming out with marks on them?
A: This can happen when the sterilizer has a buildup of calcium deposits. Refer to the Decalcification section in Cleaning and Maintenance, following.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning accessories and base
Clean all accessories in warm, soapy water or on the top rack of the dishwasher. Wipe the base clean with a damp sponge or cloth. Dry it immediately. Never submerge the base or the plug in water or other liquids.
Decalcification
Sometimes mineral deposits form inside the sterilizer base, which can cause damage to the machine. To descale, pour 1 cup of white (distilled) vinegar into the sterilizer base water reservoir. Let it stand for at least 2 hours and then empty. Rinse the unit with water after you empty the unit of the vinegar to ensure it is properly rinsed out. Repeat if necessary. You can also run the unit with a mixture of ¼ cup of vinegar + ¼ cup of water; a total of 120 ml max. Boil until dry.
Storage
The Cuisinart Baby® Electric Steam Sterilizer & Dryer stores neatly on the countertop in a minimum amount of space. When it is not in use, make sure to empty any leftover water from the unit and leave it unplugged.
WARRANTY
Limited 3-Year Warranty (U.S. AND CANADA ONLY)
This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart Baby® Electric Steam Sterilizer & Dryer that was purchased at retail for personal, family, or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners. We warrant that your Cuisinart Baby® Electric Steam Sterilizer & Dryer will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 3 years from the date of original purchase. We recommend that you visit our website, www.cuisinart.com for a fast, efficient way to complete your product registration. However, product registration does not eliminate the need for the consumer to maintain the original proof of purchase to obtain the warranty benefits. If you do not have proof of purchase date, the purchase date for purposes of this warranty will be the date of manufacture.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY
California residents may also, according to their preference, return nonconforming products directly to Cuisinart for repair or, if necessary, replacement by calling our Consumer Service Center toll-free at 1-800-726-0190. Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the repair, replacement, shipping, and handling of such nonconforming products under warranty
BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART PRODUCT
If your Cuisinart Baby® Electric Steam Sterilizer & Dryer should prove to be defective within the warranty period, we will repair or, if we think necessary, replace it. To obtain warranty service, please call our Consumer Service Center toll-free at 1-800-726-0190 or write to Cuisinart, 7475 North Glen Harbor Blvd., Glendale, AZ 85307. To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, enclose $10.00 for shipping and handling. (California residents need only supply proof of purchase and should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping instructions.) Please be sure to include your return address, description of the product’s defect, product serial number, and any other information pertinent to the return. Please pay by check or money order made payable to Cuisinart.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of these damages, so these exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. 2017 Cuisinart 150 Milford Road East Windsor, NJ 08520 Printed in China 17CE029343 IB-15142-ESP
