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Ownerʼs Guide

www.crock-pot.ca

Countdown

Read and Keep These Instructions

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Countdown slow cookers

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4-7QT COUNTDOWN NC-33A_13EFM1.qxd:125067  7/26/13  10:17 AM  Page 1

Summary of Contents for Countdown slow cookers

Page 1: ...Ownerʼs Guide www crock pot ca Countdown Read and Keep These Instructions For use with 4 7 quart programmable Countdown slow cookers ...

Page 2: ...manufacturer for examination repair or adjustment 7 Do not use outdoors 8 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch heated surfaces 9 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven 10 Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids Always use oven mitts when moving your heated slow cooker 11 Do not use applia...

Page 3: ...HOULD BE AT LEAST AS GREAT AS THE ELECTRICAL RATING OF THE 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 unintentionally IMPORTANT NOTE Some countertop and table surfaces are not designed to withstand the prolonged heat generated by certain appliances Do not set the heated unit on a finished wood tab...

Page 4: ...ection Setting Time Selection Settings Low Temperature Indicator Light Warm Temperature Indicator Light Power Time Setting Display Screen Stoneware Heating Base Fig 1 Control Panel Lid Lifting Handle Select Models Only Removable Lid Lid Hinge Select Models Only CONTROL PANEL Lid Handle ...

Page 5: ... 2 Lower the lid horizontally down onto the stoneware FOR CROCK POT SLOW COOKERS WITH HINGED LID Be sure to align the lid hinge so that it slides down onto the mating heating base hinge See Fig 2 and 3 When raising and lowering the lid use the lid lifting handle Caution When disassembling ALWAYS remove the lid first and then remove the stoneware To remove lid use both hands to gently lift up and r...

Page 6: ... 4 hours 6 To turn the Crock Pot slow cooker off press the OFF button and unplug the unit from the outlet USAGE NOTES If there is a power outage the display and lights blink when the power is restored All slow cooker settings have been cleared and must be reset As a result the food may be unsafe to eat If you are unaware of how long the power was out we suggest you discard the food inside For reci...

Page 7: ...d lid will not withstand sudden temperature changes Do not wash the stoneware or lid with cold water when they are hot The outside of the heating base may be cleaned with a soft cloth and warm soapy water Wipe dry Do not use abrasive cleaners CAUTION Never immerse the heating base in water or other liquid No other servicing should be performed HOW TO USE YOUR CROCK POT SLOW COOKER CONT Always cook...

Page 8: ...ve a hardening effect on beans and will prevent softening Dried beans especially red kidney beans should be boiled before adding to a recipe Fully cooked canned beans may be used as a substitute for dried beans VEGETABLES Many vegetables benefit from slow cooking and are able to develop their full flavor They tend not to overcook in your slow cooker as they might in your oven or on your stovetop W...

Page 9: ... to cover If thinner soup is desired add more liquid at serving time MEATS Trim fat rinse well and pat meat dry with paper towels Browning meat in a separate skillet or broiler allows fat to be drained off before slow cooking and also adds greater depth of flavor Meat should be positioned so that it rests in the stoneware without touching the lid For smaller or larger cuts of meat alter the amount...

Page 10: ...on LOW or 2 hours on HIGH is typically required For larger cuts of frozen meat it may take much longer to defrost and tenderize FISH Fish cooks quickly and should be added at the end of the cooking cycle during last fifteen minutes to hour of cooking LIQUID For best results and to prevent food from drying or burning always ensure an adequate amount of liquid is used in the recipe Ensure the stonew...

Page 11: ...nes and coat with extra sauce as desired BBQ PULLED PORK Serves 6 8 2 1 2 5 pound pork loin trimmed of fat 2 3 onions chopped 2 4 cups barbecue sauce 6 8 hamburger buns or hard rolls 1 Place pork loin in Crock Pot slow cooker Top with onion and barbecue sauce 2 Cover and cook on Low for 7 9 hours or on High for 4 5 hours or until meat is tender 3 Remove pork from Crock Pot slow cooker and shred wi...

Page 12: ...t and pepper Sear beef in a skillet on stovetop optional 2 Place meat in Crock Pot slow cooker and add remaining ingredients 3 Cover and cook on Low for 8 10 hours or on High for 5 7 hours or until meat is tender LEMON HERB ROASTED CHICKEN Serves 4 6 4 6 pound roasting chicken 1 2 teaspoon Kosher salt 1 2 cup onion chopped 2 tablespoons fresh parsley 1 2 tablespoons butter 1 2 teaspoon dried thyme...

Page 13: ...over chicken 3 Cover and cook on Low for 5 6 hours or on High for 3 4 hours or or until chicken is tender 4 Stir in capers olives and herbs just before serving 5 Serve over cooked pasta Note Cooking chicken on the bone versus boneless will increase cook time about 30 minutes to 1 hour CHILI Serves 6 8 2 large onions chopped 1 14 ounce can diced tomatoes 5 6 cloves garlic minced 2 jalapeños seeded ...

Page 14: ...rooms on top Pour in liquid 3 Cover and cook on Low for 10 12 hours or on High for 6 8 hours or until tender SAUSAGE AND MEATBALLS Serves 8 10 3 5 pounds sausage and meatballs 1 2 28 ounce cans plum tomatoes in juice uncooked chopped coarsely 6 cloves garlic peeled and chopped 1 bunch fresh basil 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes Cooked pasta Grated cheese 1 Brown sausage and meatballs in a skillet ...

Page 15: ... hours or until meat is tender Stir thoroughly before serving EASY HEALTHY FISH FILLET Serves 4 6 Kosher salt and pepper 2 3 lemons thinly sliced 2 3 pounds white fish Prepared salsa or olive tapenade to garnish cod sea bass tilapia or catfish skinned Fresh herbs flat leaf parsley basil tarragon savory or a combination of all 1 Salt and pepper both sides of the fish and place in Crock Pot slow coo...

Page 16: ...fire flood hurricanes and tornadoes What are the limits on JCS s Liability JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express implied or statutory warranty or condition Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law any implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration ...

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