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- Page 1 FRONT Cover 8QT Multi Cooker Instruction Manual & Recipes Styled for Life Designed & Engineered in New York City SO-315636_14721_Crux_8 QT Multi Cooker_Macys_IM r6.indd 1 2018-08-13 5:10 PM...
- Page 2 THANK YOU CARD - inside Front Cover Thank You for choosing We hope your new CRUX small kitchen appliance will add sleek elegance to your kitchen SO-315636_14721_Crux_8 QT Multi Cooker_Macys_IM r6.indd 2 2018-08-13 5:10 PM...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Electric Power.............................9 Notes on Pressure Release Valve ....................9 Notes on Safety Locking Lid ......................10 Introducing the 8QT 10-in-1 Multi Cooker ................11 Getting to Know Your Multi Cooker ...................12-14 Control Panel Function Time Chart ..................15 Before Using for the First Time ..................16-17 Before Each Use .......................... -
Page 4: Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs or appliance in water or other liquid. - Page 5 11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven. 12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids. CAUTION: To protect against damage or electric shock, do not cook in the base unit.
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Page 6: Additional Important Safeguards
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION, HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires or other injury to persons or damage to property. A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance. - Page 7 8. Never use the cooking pot on a gas or electric cook top or on an open flame. 9. Always keep your hands and face away from the pressure release valve, when releasing the pressure. 10. Use extreme caution when removing the lid after cooking. Always tilt the lid away from you, so that any remaining steam is blocked from your face.
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Page 8: Notes On The Plug
19. Do not touch the power cord, plug or any part of the appliance with wet hands. 20. Do not place this appliance directly under kitchen wall cupboards when in use, as it produces steam. Avoid reaching over the appliance when it is in use. 21. -
Page 9: Electric Power
ELECTRIC POWER If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances. NOTES ON PRESSURE RELEASE VALVE: • The pressure release valve is used to regulate pressure inside the Multi Cooker while cooking. -
Page 10: Notes On Safety Locking Lid
NOTES ON THE SAFETY LOCKING LID: CAUTION: WHEN COOKING UNDER PRESSURE, THE LID IS LOCKED AND CANNOT BE OPENED ONCE PRESSURE IS REACHED. DO NOT TRY TO FORCE THE LID OPEN. • Always keep the lid in the locked position during cooking. •... -
Page 11: Introducing The 8Qt 10-In-1 Multi Cooker
It’s never been easier to cook, host, or take on culinary adventures. Life is hectic, but food should never be compromised. The CRUX 8 Quart 10-in-1 Programmable Multi Cooker brings versatility to any kitchen all in a sleek and robust stainless steel and copper accent design. -
Page 12: Getting To Know Your Multi Cooker
Getting To Know Your Multi Cooker Product may vary slightly from illustration Figure 1 Lid Handle Pressure Release Valve Safety Valve (pops up when under pressure) Housing Lid Aluminum Cover Gasket Removable Cooking Pot Base Handles Condensation Tray Time Display +/–... - Page 13 Figure 1 (continued) Measuring Cup Steam Rack Spatula Detachable Power Supply Cord Figure 1A Lid Underside Cover Grip Center hole Gasket Aluminum Cover Vent Strainer Center Pin Lid Lock Safety Valve (as viewed from the bottom) SO-315636_14721_Crux_8 QT Multi Cooker_Macys_IM r6.indd 13 2018-08-13 5:10 PM...
- Page 14 Figure 2 Control Panel SO-315636_14721_Crux_8 QT Multi Cooker_Macys_IM r6.indd 14 2018-08-13 5:10 PM...
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Page 15: Control Panel Function Time Chart
Control Panel Function Time Chart The operating pressures mentioned below will be reached after the pressure build up cycle is complete. Make sure to securely lock the lid and set the pressure release valve to PRESSURE position. Function Default Minimum - Temperature °C Temperature °F Time... -
Page 16: Before Using For The First Time
Before Using for the First Time 1. Carefully unpack your Multi Cooker. Remove all packaging materials from parts and accessories. Remove all labels and tags from the product. 2. Unlock the Lid: Firmly grasp the lid handle (Figure 3) and turn the lid clockwise (follow the arrow) to the UNLOCK position to open. - Page 17 5. Lid Assembly: Replace clean gasket. Make sure the gasket is attached properly around the aluminum cover. (See Figure 7.) With the cover grip facing outwards, place the cover’s center hole over the pin in the center of the lid’s underside. (See Figure 8.) Firmly press the aluminum cover into the inside of the lid.
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Page 18: Before Each Use
Before Each Use 1. Always check the lid to ensure the pressure release valve is in good working order and there are no foreign particles blocking the valve openings on the underside of the lid. 2. Make sure gasket is attached correctly to the aluminum cover and is in proper position on the underside of the lid. -
Page 19: Saute
• Saute 1. Browning adds richness and flavor to pressure cooked or slow cooked foods. The SAUTE function allows you to brown or sear food in the removable cooking pot before cooking. WARNING: Make sure the lid is removed when using the SAUTE function. NOTE If the lid is attached, an audible beep can be heard the error message “E0”... -
Page 20: Slowcook
7. Press START to begin operation. The PREHEAT light will illuminate. 8. When cooking temperature is reached, the PREHEAT light turns off, the READY light turns on and the cooking time begins counting down to 00:00. WARNING: Extreme caution should be used when sautéing foods in hot oil. Keep hands and face away from the cooking pot especially when adding new ingredients, as hot oil may spatter. -
Page 21: Pressure Cook Functions
5. Press SLOWCOOK. The default time of 04:00 (4 hours) will be displayed. The SLOWCOOK function light will illuminate and the START light will begin to flash. While flashing, the default time can be changed by pressing the “+” and “-“ buttons in increments of 30 minutes to a maximum of 12:00 (12 hours). - Page 22 2. Lid Assembly Please follow the detailed instructions described in the BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME section of this instruction manual. Make sure the gasket is attached properly around the coverand the aluminum cover is securely in place on the lid. Figure 11 Figure 12 Unlock...
- Page 23 9. After DELAY START time has expired, the Multi Cooker will begin to heat. As cooking pot pressure builds, the graphic on the display will begin to spin. 10 When cooking temperature is reached, the PREHEAT light turns off, the PRESSURE light turns on and the cooking time begins counting down to 00:00.
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Page 24: Rice/Risotto
• Rice/Risotto WARNING: Do not use your Multi Cooker to cook instant rice. A 180 ml. (3/4 cup) rice measuring cup is included with your Multi Cooker. Up to 7 rice measuring cups (5-1/4 cups) of uncooked white rice may be pressure cooked in the Multi Cooker. - Page 25 9. When cook time reaches 00 minutes (0:00), 5 audible beeps can be heard; “bb” will be displayed and the READY light will illuminate and the unit will advance to a 4 hour WARM cycle 10. To avoid over-cooking rice, immediately press WARM/CANCEL. A series of 4 dashes (- - - - ) will be displayed to indicate the Multi Cooker is OFF.
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Page 26: Egg
• Egg 1. Place the removable cooking pot into the base unit. Arrange 12 to 18 eggs in the stainless steel steam rack included with your Multi Cooker. Use the trivet handles to lower eggs into the removable cooking pot. 2. -
Page 27: Steam
• Steam Use the STEAM function for steaming fresh or frozen vegetables as well as fresh fish and shellfish. Preparing Vegetables for Steam • Peel vegetables or scrub well. Keep in mind that hard vegetables such as potatoes and beets hold their shape better when the peel is left intact. •... -
Page 28: Multigrain
8. When cooking temperature is reached, the PREHEAT light turns off, the PRESSURE light turns on and the cooking time begins counting down to 00:00. 9. When cook time reaches 00 minutes (0:00), 5 audible beeps can be heard; “bb” will be displayed and the READY light will illuminate and the unit will advance to a 4 hour WARM cycle 10. -
Page 29: Quick Steam Release
• Quick Steam Release NOTE: Quick Steam Release should be used when cooking with RICE/RISOTTO, EGG, STEAM, DESSERTS, and MULTIGRAIN functions, or whenever the recipe specifies. CAUTION: After using the SOUPS/BROTH function, allow several minutes before releasing the pressure and removing the lid to prevent hot liquids from boiling over. 1. -
Page 30: Usda Cooking Guidelines
USDA Cooking Guidelines PLEASE NOTE: Cook all food to these minimum internal temperatures as measured with a food thermometer before removing food from the heat source. For reasons of personal preference, consumers may choose to cook food to higher temperatures. This chart is intended as a general guide by the USDA. - Page 31 Care & Cleaning Instructions NOTE: After cooking rice or larger pot meals, some cooking liquid may pool under the lid at the top of the unit around the cooking pot. This is normal. 1. Please follow the detailed Lid Disassembly instructions described in the BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME section of this instruction manual.
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Page 32: Storing Instructions
Storing Instructions 1. Unplug and allow unit to cool completely. Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing. Assemble lid (see Figures 7 and 8) before storing. 2. Store the detachable power cord, rice measuring cup, andspatula in the cooking pot. 3. -
Page 33: Recipes
Recipes Organic Greek Yogurt Greek yogurt, unstrained yogurt, while preserving yogurt’s distinctive sour taste. Strained yogurt, also known as yogurt cheese, sack yoghurt, labaneh or suzma yogurt is a centuries old favorite. This yogurt has been strained to remove most of its whey, resulting in a thick, creamy consistency. - Page 34 Recipes 10. Refrigerate immediately for later use. 11. Strain incubated yogurt through a clean cheese cloth or an institutional-sized coffee filter set inside a colander. In 2 or 3 hours, the thickened yogurt will pull away from the filter. Store refrigerated thick Greek yogurt in an airtight container. Citrus and Mint Yogurt Parfait This fresh fruit compote is thickened with chia seeds to add both protein and fiber.
- Page 35 1 cup water 1. Eggs should be refrigerated until cooked. 2. Add steam rack to the CRUX multi cooker. Place eggs on the steam rack. 3. Add and lock lid. 4. Press EGG. The indicator light will illuminate. Adjust cook time to 5 minutes. Press START to begin operation.
- Page 36 Recipes Rosemary Orange Chicken Winner. Winner. Chicken Dinner. Fall off the bone tender. Juicy and tasty with a clean citrus perfume paired with the rustic outdoors scent of rosemary. POULTRY: 20 minutes, quick steam release 4 – 6 lb. whole chicken, organic 10 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped 2 navel oranges 1 teaspoon Kosher salt...
- Page 37 Recipes Wild Mushroom Risotto Serves 6 - 8 Risotto simplified. No more constant stirring. Prepare rich, earthy, perfectly creamy Mushroom Risotto, effortlessly. RICE/RISOTTO: 20 minutes, quick steam release 4 oz. porcini / wild mushrooms, dried 1/2 cup dry white wine 4 oz.
- Page 38 Recipes 10. Stir rice and test for doneness. Rice should be creamy and tender but still firm to the bite. If more liquid is needed, press SAUTE, add broth a couple tablespoons at a time, and stir until desired creaminess is achieved. 11.
- Page 39 Recipes Almond Oatmeal Apple Crisp Serves 10 – 12 Enjoy a warm bowl for breakfast. Pack it up and share for dessert. Any variety of apples works well in this Oatmeal Apple Crisp recipe. For added texture and vitamins, we left the apple skins in tact, but feel free to peel apples before chopping.
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Page 40: Warranty
Limited Two-Year Warranty SENSIO Inc. hereby warrants that for The warranty is only valid for the a period of TWO YEARS from the date original retail purchaser from the of purchase, this product will be free date of initial retail purchase and is from mechanical defects in material not transferable. - Page 41 How To Obtain Warranty Service: You must contact Customer Service at Also, include a copy of the original our toll-free number: 1-866-832-4843. sales receipt. Carefully package A Customer Service Representative the tagged product with the sales will attempt to resolve warranty issues receipt, and send it (with shipping over the phone.
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