BEFORE USING YOUR SLOW COOKER:
Before using the slow cooker for the first time remove all labels and tags from the product. Wash the
ceramic pot and glass lid in hot soapy water with a sponge or a dish cloth, rinse thoroughly and dry.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT IMMERSE THE SLOW COOKER BASE IN WATER.
PLEASE NOTE: The initial 15 minutes of use may result in minimal smell and smoke. This is normal
and harmless and comes from the protective substance applied to the heating elements during
manufacturing.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
COOKING:
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Place the base on a dry, level, heat resistant surface, away from the edge of the table surface. Do
not use on the floor.
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Place food and other ingredients into the ceramic pot and place the pot into the base.
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Cover with the glass lid. If you need to pre-cook or brown foods prior to slow cooking, this must be
done in a pan. Do not try to brown or pre-cook food in the slow cooker.
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Set the control knob to the OFF position before plugging the unit into the main socket.
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Set the temperature to LOW or HIGH settings and cook according to the recipe.
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Do not exceed cooking for over 8 hours.
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Once food is finished cooking, you can switch off the slow cooker or set it to Keep Warm to keep
food warm up to 4 hours.
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To turn off, set the knob to OFF and unplug the slow cooker after cooking is complete and remove
the ceramic pot using heat resistant gloves or mitts.
CAUTION: BE CAREFUL NOT TO TOUCH THE BASE UNIT AFTER COOKING AS IT WILL REMAIN HOT.
KEEP WARM FUNCTION:
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Food can be kept warm in the slow cooker for up to 4 hours. Past 4 hours and food contents may
start to become dry or the flavour may alter.
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Food cooked in other appliances can be transferred to the slow cooker to keep warm as well.
TIPS FOR SLOW COOKING:
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Slow cooking has always been the best way to prepare a nutritious hot meal with minimum
preparation and maximum free time away from the kitchen.
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Traditional slow cooking has centred on soups and casseroles, but with this oval ceramic pot you
can also produce most modern family meals and dinner party dishes. This pot is convenient to take
straight to the table for serving. (Always place the slow cooker on a heat proof mat or surface).
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This method of cooking is ideal for preparing tougher cuts of meat, giving them the long, gentle
simmering that ensures that they become tender and full of flavour.
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The slow cooker should be at least half full for best results and to avoid over-spilling.