SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is
intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. If the plug fits loosely into
the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm do not use that outlet.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
The lid handle may get hot while cooking, use of an oven mitt while
handling is advised.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or
cooking unit in water or other liquid.
CAUTION:
Never submerge the
heating unit in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.
5. Turn control to OFF before unplugging from wall outlet. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after
the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.
Return appliance to Rival
®
(see warranty) for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Rival
®
may
cause fire, electrical shock or injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch heated
surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot oil or other hot liquids. Always use hot pads when moving your
heated Crock-Pot
®
slow cooker.
12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
13. To disconnect, turn control to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.
14. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated foods
into a heated pot.
This appliance is for
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
No user-serviceable parts inside.
Power Unit never needs lubrication. Do not attempt to service this product. Do not
immerse base in water or other liquid. A short power-supply cord is provided to
reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement or tripping over a longer cord.
AN EXTENSION CORD MAY BE USED WITH CARE; HOWEVER, THE MARKED
ELECTRICAL RATING SHOULD BE AT LEAST AS GREAT AS THE ELECTRICAL
RATING OF THE CROCK-POT
®
SLOW COOKER.
The extension cord should not
be allowed to drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over.
NOTE:
During initial use of this appliance, some slight smoke and/or odor may
be detected. This is normal with many heating appliances and will not recur after
a few uses.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Some countertops, especially the Corian
®
brand, and other
surfaces, are not designed to withstand the slow heat generated by your Crock-
Pot
®
brand slow cooker. On such surfaces we recommend the use of a heat-
resistance pad or trivet. Rival
®
is not liable for any damage caused to such surfaces.
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