Tefal gives a food steamer model which is ultra compact like never before. With the right combination of technology and design it woks excellent for any homes. More on Tefal VC100615 Ultra Compact 3 Tier Steamer can be obtained in the following review.
Overview:
The design detail is like finding the smoothest line of Tefal VC100615 Ultra Compact Turbo Steam Function Steamer. Quick enough to leave all the models that you have thought of as this product comes with the unique design. The 3 tiered capacity, the transparent baskets, electronic operation are the quick note about this model. The base has steel finish and so are the controls.
Operation and Control:
At the outset the appliance needs an assembling and the water tank can be filled right away. The baskets consist of removable base and they need to be fixed based on the requirement. After the positioning of the baskets the food needs to be placed in the baskets which are located above the juice collector. For cooking rice the rice and the water need to be mixed in the rice bowl. The controls which are present in the base consist of the timer which lets you set the cooking time. It is also been assisted with the indicator light and the orange light indicates the functioning of the steamer. The water level indicator is also presenting adjacent to the timer which indicates the level of water present in the steamer.
Features and Functions:
Practically everything is present in Tefal VC100615 Ultra Compact Transparent Baskets Steamer. It is a great mix of functional and design features. Even though it seems to be different in certain ways it needs a detailed discussion for better understanding.
- Turbo steam system is a technology where the steamer starts its function in just few seconds and it speeds up its process.
- Removable basket base is present in all the 3 baskets which allow you to cook even larger food stuffs by increasing the basket height which is possible by combining two baskets.
- Pull out water fill drawer is like winning the race as it is one prime reason for the victory of this model. One can easily pull out the drawer for filling and it can be done on the go of the programme.
- The 60 minutes timer with alarm feels more comfortable as it does not require any check on the completion of the programme which can be identified with the alarm.
- Easy store bowls which gives compact storage. This is possible by turning the bowls upside down and fitting it over the base, ultimately the steamer gets compact and storage is easy.
- Automatic switch off seems to be the best part of this steamer as it adds to the safety feature. One can be sure to safely use this steamer without the fear of over boiling.
Miscellaneous:
You would particularly like few other features that make a great spec like the dishwasher safe baskets, Water level gauge, Rice bowl, Removable stock tray and the integrated egg rack. The capacity of the water bowl is 1.5 litres and the rice bowl it is one litre.
Guarantee:
The guarantee offered by the manufacturer is a big relief which lets you experience this model with more fun and like any other model of this brand it does offer guarantee for the period of 12 months.
Tefal VC100615 Specifications
| Manufacturer | Tefal |
| Model Name | Ultra Compact VC100615 3 Tier Steamer |
| Steamer style | 3 Tier compartment |
| Number of baskets | 3 |
| Control | Manual |
| Water tank capacity | 1.5 litres |
| Dishwasher proof baskets | Yes |
| Delay start feature | Yes |
| Auto keep warm | Yes |
| Auto stop | Yes |
| Instant steam production | Yes |
| External water level gauge | Yes |
| External water fill inlet | Yes |
| Removable basket bases | Yes |
| Rice bowl | Yes – 1 litre |
| Timer | Yes |
| Boil Dry Safety Cut-out | Yes |
| Removable drip tray | Yes |
| Steam system | Turbo |
| Special features | Turbo steam system Removable basket base Pull out water fill drawer 60 minutes timer with alarm Easy store bowls Automatic switch off Dishwasher safe baskets Water level gauge Rice bowl Integrated egg rack Removable stock tray |
| Guarantee | 12 months |
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