6.
The 4 Steam / venting plugs can be taken off to clean and
Venting plugs must be in place during cooking. a set of 4 spare
plugs is provided in the package. You may purchase additional
plugs pares or other parts on
7.
For general washing, wait until the clay pot cools. Then wash it
in warm water with a very small amount of dishwashing liquid
and rinse thoroughly.
8.
Do not use abrasive scouring powders or steel wool. Plastic
brush or nylon scrub pads can be used as needed.
9.
For hard to remove residue or to do a thorough cleaning, allow
the clay pot to soak with water and ¼ cup baking soda. Wash
using a brush or nonmetallic scrubbing pad. Follow this
treatment after cooking fish or foods with strong seasoning.
10.
After washing, dry thoroughly and store with the lid inverted
upside down in the bottom, ideally with a towel between the
layers. Avoid storing the cooker with the lid sealed because it
may become moldy if not dried and cleaned properly.
11.
If the cooker should become moldy, make a paste of baking
soda and water, cover the cooker with the paste and allow it to
dry. When the paste is dry, rinse with water and dry well.
12.
Some cooking residue may fill into the venting holes of the clay
lid itself, or around the clay lid. To clean, use a warm water to
wash the clay lid, and use damp cloth to wipe silicon vent gasket
and the large silicone ring (being careful not to remove it).
13.
When washing the clay pot, it is recommended that a soft cloth
or pad be placed between the pot and sink to protect the pot
from hitting the sink.
A remedy to remove burnt food from the bottom of the
pot-
Put 6 cups water, 1 cup vinegar, 5 T of baking soda and turn the cooker
on the SLOW Setting and let it boil for 30 minutes-1 hour. If boiling for
longer periods of time, always ensure the water does not completely
evaporate.
