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... a microwave oven, conventional oven, or on a burner or stove top. Use caution. • Avoid hitting crock or lid against faucet or other hard surfaces. • Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads. • Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes. The sides of ... is very rough and can become very hot. Use caution. Use oven mitts to avoid being burned by steam. For example, do not place a hot lid or crock into cold water, or onto a wet surface. • The bottom of the slow cooker's base get very warm because the heating elements are...
... a microwave oven, conventional oven, or on a burner or stove top. Use caution. • Avoid hitting crock or lid against faucet or other hard surfaces. • Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads. • Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes. The sides of ... is very rough and can become very hot. Use caution. Use oven mitts to avoid being burned by steam. For example, do not place a hot lid or crock into cold water, or onto a wet surface. • The bottom of the slow cooker's base get very warm because the heating elements are...
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840204900 ENv02.qxd:Layout 1 6/7/11 2:40 PM Page 4 Parts and Features Vent Holes Clip Hook Lid Crock Capacity For best results, fill the crock at least half full but no more than recipe time. Lid Rest (on select models) Lid Gasket Crock Base Handles Base Control Knob 4 Wire Clip Clip Latch Indicator Light (on select models) If only half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than one inch from the rim.
840204900 ENv02.qxd:Layout 1 6/7/11 2:40 PM Page 4 Parts and Features Vent Holes Clip Hook Lid Crock Capacity For best results, fill the crock at least half full but no more than recipe time. Lid Rest (on select models) Lid Gasket Crock Base Handles Base Control Knob 4 Wire Clip Clip Latch Indicator Light (on select models) If only half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than one inch from the rim.
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... on WARM. Visit foodsafety.gov for more information. 1 2 3 4 Wattage has been adjusted to Rotate control knob to Use Your Slow Cooker BEFORE FIRST USE: Wash lid and crock in hot, soapy water. vent holes. 5 6 7 NEVER lock clips during cooking. When finished, turn OFF (O) and Secure wire clips for transport. unplug. 5 Rinse...
... on WARM. Visit foodsafety.gov for more information. 1 2 3 4 Wattage has been adjusted to Rotate control knob to Use Your Slow Cooker BEFORE FIRST USE: Wash lid and crock in hot, soapy water. vent holes. 5 6 7 NEVER lock clips during cooking. When finished, turn OFF (O) and Secure wire clips for transport. unplug. 5 Rinse...
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Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or base in the dishwasher. Store with hot, soapy water after each use the "SANI" setting when washing in any liquid. 1 2 3 DISHWASHER-SAFE Remove crock and let cool. DO NOT use . "SANI" cycle temperatures could damage your product. To prevent lingering food smells, found in most plastic containers, clean rubber lid gasket with lid ajar. 6 840204900 ENv02.qxd:Layout 1 6/7/11 2:31 PM Page 6 Cleaning and Care w WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard.
Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or base in the dishwasher. Store with hot, soapy water after each use the "SANI" setting when washing in any liquid. 1 2 3 DISHWASHER-SAFE Remove crock and let cool. DO NOT use . "SANI" cycle temperatures could damage your product. To prevent lingering food smells, found in most plastic containers, clean rubber lid gasket with lid ajar. 6 840204900 ENv02.qxd:Layout 1 6/7/11 2:31 PM Page 6 Cleaning and Care w WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard.
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...condensed soups are not suited for extended cooking in original recipe. Food Safety Tips • Do not use frozen, uncooked meat in crock, cover with lid, and refrigerate overnight. IF YOU LIVE IN A HIGH-ALTITUDE AREA: The Extension service will take too long to a simmer. • Many recipes call...slow cooker. However, if cooking on (and cook in your favorite soup, stew, or sauce, reduce liquid called for in a slow cooker. Removing glass lid results in major heat loss and the cooking time may want to stir occasionally. • If cooking soups or stews, leave a 2-inch (5-cm) ...
...condensed soups are not suited for extended cooking in original recipe. Food Safety Tips • Do not use frozen, uncooked meat in crock, cover with lid, and refrigerate overnight. IF YOU LIVE IN A HIGH-ALTITUDE AREA: The Extension service will take too long to a simmer. • Many recipes call...slow cooker. However, if cooking on (and cook in your favorite soup, stew, or sauce, reduce liquid called for in a slow cooker. Removing glass lid results in major heat loss and the cooking time may want to stir occasionally. • If cooking soups or stews, leave a 2-inch (5-cm) ...
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... PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Food is undercooked. • Was food cooked on the slow cooker? My meal was overcooked. If the crock is needed. Lid gasket collapsed. • This can alter the cooking times in a filled crock. The slight fluctuations in my recipe. • This can be... caused by sudden temperature change, like running cold water over a warm lid. Why? • Was the crock at room temperature. always cook on Low or High heat settings. • Was power interrupted? • Did...
... PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Food is undercooked. • Was food cooked on the slow cooker? My meal was overcooked. If the crock is needed. Lid gasket collapsed. • This can alter the cooking times in a filled crock. The slight fluctuations in my recipe. • This can be... caused by sudden temperature change, like running cold water over a warm lid. Why? • Was the crock at room temperature. always cook on Low or High heat settings. • Was power interrupted? • Did...