USER MAINTENANCE
This appliance contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try repair it yourself.
Refer it to a qualified electrician if service is needed or contact
if help is required.
PRECAUTIONS:
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Always unplug unit and allow to cool before cleaning.
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Always handle cooking pot carefully. Avoid hitting pot against tap or other hard
surfaces.
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Do not touch sides of slow cooker base while food is cooking. Always use the
handle on the base.
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Use pot holders or oven mitts to lift the cooking pot.
TO CLEAN:
This appliance should be cleaned after every use.
After unit has cooled, 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 to sit for a few hours before cleaning.
Wipe interior and exterior surfaces of the base with a soft, slightly moist 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 the 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
made of baking soda and water on a soft cloth. To remove water spots and mineral
deposits, wipe with distilled white vinegar or pour a small amount into the pot and
allow to soak. After cleaning, wash pot in warm, soapy water, rinse and dry.
HELPFUL HINTS FOR WHEN USING YOUR SLOW COOKER
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The lid of the slow cooker does not form a tight fit on the cooking pot but should
be centred on the pot for best results. Do not remove the cover unnecessarily -
this will result in major heat loss.
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Stirring is not necessary when slow cooking. However, if cooking on HIGH, stirring
occasionally will help distribute flavours evenly.
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For best results, the slow cooker should be at least half filled.
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If cooking soups or stews, allow 2-inch space between the food and the top of the
cooking pot, so ingredients can come to a simmer. When cooking on HIGH, keep
checking the progress, as some soups may come to boil.
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