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COOKING WITH YOUR SLOW COOKER:
• Place the slow cooker on a stable, heat-resistant surface.
• Prepare recipe according to instructions.
• Place food in the stoneware insert and cover with the glass lid.
• Plug slow cooker into wall outlet. The digital display will be blinking. The digital
display indicates the programmed number of hours a meal will cook and after
selecting the number of hours, the digital display will indicate the amount of
cooking time remaining.
SETTING THE COOKING TEMPERATURE:
• To set the cooking temperature, press the Temperature Level Selector (TEMP but-
ton). The light next to each setting (HIGH, WARM, LOW) will illuminate to indicate
the cooking temperature selected.
SETTING THE COOKING TIME:
• To set the cooking time, press the up and down arrows on the Timer Program But-
ton (TIME). The total cooking time will be shown on the digital display. The slow
cooker can be programmed in half hour (30 minute) increments from 0:30 (30
minutes) up to 12:00 (12 hours).
• The slow cooker will automatically start after 2 seconds and will display the cook-
ing time remaining by counting downward to 0:00 in one-minute increments.
• The cooking time can always be adjusted by pressing the up and down arrows on
the TIME button.
• After the digital display countdown reaches 0:00, the slow cooker will automatically
switch off.
• When food is ready to be served, make sure the slow cooker is OFF, and unplug it
from the wall outlet.
• Remove glass lid.
CAUTION: When removing cover, grasp the designated area on the lid and lift
to allow steam to escape before setting cover aside. To avoid burns, always
hold cover so that escaping steam flows away from hands and face.
• Always use an oven mitt or pot holder when removing the cover, or stoneware
insert when cooking
• Grasp stoneware insert by the handles and remove it from the base.
• Serve contents. If serving directly from the stoneware insert, always place a trivet
or protective padding under pot before placing it on a table or countertop.
POWER OFF BUTTON:
• The OFF button may be pressed at any time during the cooking cycle to turn off
the slow cooker.
This appliance contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself.
Call our toll-free number for returns and replacement instructions.
PRECAUTIONS
• Always unplug unit and allow to cool before cleaning.
• Always handle cooking pot carefully. Avoid hitting against hard surfaces.
• Do not touch sides of the heating base while food is cooking. Always use handle
on the base. Use potholders or oven mitts to lift the cooking pot.
TO CLEAN:
• This appliance should be cleaned after every use.
• After unit has been allowed to cool, wash cooking pot and cover in warm, soapy
water. Rinse well and dry. If food sticks to the surface of the cooking pot, fill the pot
with warm, soapy water and allow it to sit for a few hours before cleaning.
• Wipe interior and exterior surfaces of the base with a soft, slightly damp cloth
or sponge.
NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE IN WATER. NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANSERS
OR SCOURING PADS TO CLEAN THE COOKING POT OR BASE, AS THESE
CAN DAMAGE THE SURFACES.
Dishwasher Cleaning
Stoneware cooking pot may be cleaned in an automatic dishwasher. To prevent
damage, position it in rack so that it will not hit other items during cleaning.
Special Cleaning
If cooking pot becomes stained, clean with a non-abrasive cleanser or apply a paste
of baking soda with a soft cloth. To remove water spots or mineral deposits, wipe
with distilled white vinegar, or pour a small amount into pot and let it soak. After
cleaning, wash pot in warm, soapy water, rinse and dry.
TO STORE:
Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing. Store appliance in its box or in
a clean, dry place. Never store it while it is hot or wet. To store, place cooking pot
inside the base and the glass cover over the pot. Never wrap cord tightly around the
appliance; keep it loosely coiled.
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