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VEGETABLES:
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Many vegetables benefit from slow cooking and are able to develop their full flavour. They tend not to overcook in your
slow cooker as they might in your oven or on your hob.
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When cooking recipes with vegetables and meat, place vegetables into the stoneware before meat. Vegetables usually
cook more slowly than meat in the slow cooker and benefit from being partially immersed in the cooking liquid.
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Place vegetables near the sides or bottom of the stoneware to help cooking.
MILK:
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Milk, cream, and sour cream break down during extended cooking. When possible, add during the last 15 to 30
minutes of cooking.
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Condensed soups may be substituted for milk and can cook for extended times.
SOUPS:
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Some recipes call for large amounts of water/stock. Add the soup ingredients to the stoneware first then add water/
stock only to cover. If a thinner soup is desired, add more liquid when serving.
MEATS:
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Trim fat, rinse well, and pat meat dry with paper towels.
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Browning meat beforehand allows fat to be drained off before slow cooking and also adds greater depth of flavour.
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Meat should be positioned so that it rests in the stoneware without touching the lid.
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For smaller or larger cuts of meat, alter the amount of vegetables or potatoes so that the stoneware is always ½ to ¾
full.
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The size of the meat and the recommended cook times are just estimates and can vary depending upon the specific
cut, type, and bone structure. Lean meats such as chicken or pork tenderloin tend to cook faster than meats with more
connective tissue and fat such as brisket or pork shoulder. Cooking meat on the bone versus boneless will increase
required cook times.
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Cut meat into smaller pieces when cooking with precooked foods such as beans, or light vegetables such as
mushrooms, diced onion, aubergine, or finely minced vegetables. This enables all food to cook at the same rate.
FISH:
• Fish cooks quickly and should be added at the end of the cooking cycle during the last fifteen minutes to one hour of
cooking.
LIQUID:
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It might appear that slow cooker recipes only have a small quantity of liquid in them but the slow cooking process
differs from other cooking methods in that the added liquid in the recipe will almost double during the cooking time. If
you are adapting a recipe for your slow cooker from a conventional recipe, please reduce the amount of liquid before
cooking.
BATTERY
Always unplug the unit from the mains before removing the battery cover. To change the battery,
first unplug the unit, then remove cover on the bottom of the unit. Press in on silver tab to dislodge
battery, then remove and properly dispose of the old battery to replace with the new one.
Always replace the battery with type CR2025 or equivalent. Do not use rechargeable batteries in
this unit.
Ensure battery is correctly orientated as shown:
Keep battery away from children.
Do not swallow. If swallowed, seek immediate medical advice.
Ensure old batteries are disposed of in a safe manner. Refer to local guidelines regarding how to dispose
of safely. Do not dispose in normal household waste.
Batteries can explode or leak if heated, disassembled, shorted, recharged or inserted incorrectly. Take care
with leaking batteries.
CLEANING
ALWAYS unplug your slow cooker from the electrical outlet, and allow it to cool before cleaning.
CAUTION: Never immerse the heating base, power cord or plug in water or any other liquid.
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The lid and stoneware can be washed in the dishwasher or with hot, soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaning
compounds or scouring pads. A cloth, sponge, or rubber spatula will usually remove residue. To remove water spots
and other stains, use a non-abrasive cleaner or vinegar.
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As with any fine ceramic, the stoneware and lid will not withstand sudden temperature changes. Do not wash the
stoneware or lid with cold water when they are hot.
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The outside of the appliance may be cleaned with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water. Wipe dry. Do not use abrasive
cleaners.
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No other servicing should be performed.
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Note: After cleaning allow the stoneware to air dry before storing.
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Do not use wet cloths around the battery compartment.
AFTER SALES SERVICE & REPLACEMENT PARTS
In the case the appliance still does not operate but is under warranty, return the product to the place it was purchased for a
replacement. Please be aware that a valid form of proof of purchase will be required. For additional support, please contact
our Consumer Service Department at 0800 028 7154 or by email at [email protected]
WASTE DISPOSAL
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.
E-mail us at [email protected] for further recycling and WEEE information.
FITTING A PLUG (UK AND IRELAND ONLY)
This appliance must be earthed.
If the plug is not suitable for the socket outlets in your home, it can be removed
and replaced by a plug of the correct type.
If the fuse in a moulded plug needs to be changed, the fuse cover must be
refitted. The appliance must not be used without the fuse cover fitted.
If the plug fuse requires replacement, a fuse of the same rating as that fitted by
the manufacturer must be used. In order to prevent a hazard do not fit a fuse of a
lower or higher rating.
If the terminals in the plug are not marked or if you are unsure about the
installation of the plug please contact a qualified electrician.
Blue
(Neutral)
Brown
(Live)
Fuse
Green/Yellow
(Earth)
Plug should be ASTA approved to BS1363
Fuse should be ASTA approved to BS1362
Ensure that the outer sheath of
the cable is firmly held by the cord grip
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