Usage Notes - Crock-Pot Cook & Carry Owner's Manual

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HOW TO USE YOUR SLOW COOKER
1. Place the stoneware into the heating base, add your ingredients into
the stoneware and cover with the lid.
NOTE: Unit should not be in the locked position while cooking.
2. Plug in your Crock-Pot ® slow cooker and select the temperature setting
(High or Low). Refer to your specific recipe for precise cook time.
NOTE: WARM is ONLY for keeping already cooked food warm. DO NOT
cook on the WARM setting. We do not recommend using the WARM
setting for more than 4 hours.
3. Press the "Time" arrows to scroll through the timed cooking options.
The time can be set in increments of 30 minutes up to 20 hours. Select
the time based on the length of time indicated in the recipe. The time
will begin to count down in one minute increments.
4. When the cooking time has completed, the Crock-Pot
automatically shifts to the WARM setting and the WARM light illuminates.
5. To turn the Crock-Pot ® slow cooker off, press the OFF button and
unplug the unit from the outlet.
6. When cooking is done, unplug your slow cooker and allow it to cool
before cleaning.

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 recipes that require a range of times, select the time closest to the
setting on your slow cooker. For example, to cook a recipe calling for a
cooking time of 7 to 9 hours on LOW, cook for 8 hours.
• To avoid over or under-cooking, always fill the stoneware ½ to ¾ full
and conform to recommended cook times.
• Do not overfill stoneware. To prevent spillover, do not fill stoneware
higher than ¾ full.
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HOW TO USE YOUR SLOW COOKER (CONT.)
• Always cook with the lid on for the recommended time. Do not remove
the lid during the first two hours of cooking to allow the heat to build
up efficiently.
• Always wear oven mitts when handling the lid or stoneware.
• Unplug when cooking is done and before cleaning.
• Removable stoneware is ovenproof and microwave safe. Do not use
removable stoneware on gas or electric burner or under broiler. Refer to
chart on following page.
Dishwasher
Part Oven Safe
Safe
Lid Yes No
Yes, but not
Stoneware Yes
in the broiler
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR SLOW COOKER
• ALWAYS turn your slow cooker off, unplug it from the electrical outlet,
and allow it to cool before cleaning.
• The lid and stoneware can be washed in the dishwasher or with hot,
soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaning compounds or scouring pads.
A cloth, sponge, or rubber spatula will usually remove residue. To
remove water spots and other stains, use a non-abrasive cleaner or
vinegar.
• As with any fine ceramic, the stoneware and 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.
Microwave Stovetop
Safe Safe
No No
Yes No
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