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IMPORTANT
During the first few minutes of initial use, you may notice smoke and/or a slight odor. This is normal and
should quickly disappear. It will not recur after appliance has been used a few more times.
STONEWARE POT CARE
Like any ceramic, the stoneware pot may crack or break if not properly handled.
To prevent damage, handle with care!
WARNING: Failure to follow these instructions can cause breakage resulting in injury or property damage.
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ALWAYS USE POTHOLDERS OR OVEN MITTS WHEN HANDLING HOT STONEWARE, AS IT WILL
CAUSE BURNS TO HANDS AND LIMBS.
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DO NOT place hot stoneware pot on counter top, as it will stain or burn the countertop.
Use a protective trivet.
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DO NOT place stoneware pot on any range top burner, under a broiler, microwave browning
element, or in a toaster oven; as it will crack the stoneware pot.
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DO NOT strike utensils against rim of stoneware pot to dislodge food, as it will scratch the
stoneware.
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DO NOT use stoneware pot to pop corn, caramelize sugar, or make candy.
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DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or any object that will scratch the cookware
or accessories.
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DO NOT use or repair any pot or lid that is chipped, cracked, or broken.
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DO NOT use stoneware pot for reheating foods or for general food storage.
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Always place foods into the stoneware pot at room temperature; then place pot into the base unit
before turning unit ON.
NEVER heat the stoneware pot when it is empty, as it will crack the pot.
GLASSWARE CARE
WARNING: To prevent cracking or breaking of the glass cover, which may cause personal injury, cover
should be treated with special care.
CAUTIONS: Glass cover may shatter if it is exposed to direct heat or subjected to severe temperature
changes. Chips, cracks or deep scratches may also weaken the cover.
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KEEP COVER AWAY FROM broiler, microwave oven, hot stovetop burners, oven heat vents. If cover
has been utilized in any of these locations, do not use it again, even if there are no signs of damage.
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IF COVER BECOMES CHIPPED, CRACKED OR SCRATCHED, DO NOT USE IT. Discard it.
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ALWAYS LET COVER COOL on a dry, heat-resistant surface before handling. Do not place it on cold
or wet surfaces, as this may cause it to crack or shatter.
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ALWAYS USE POTHOLDERS OR OVEN MITTS when removing the hot cover. To avoid burns from
escaping steam, always tilt cover away from hands and face.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Using a slow cooker is easy but different from conventional cooking. To help you, this manual contains
many helpful hints for successful slow cooking. Many more slow cooker recipes books are available
in libraries and bookstores. Keep these materials handy whether preparing favorite recipes or trying
something new. This slow cooker has three heat settings: LOW, HIGH and WARM. Use the recommended
guidelines offered in the recipe being used to determine cooking time and heating position. Dishes can
be prepared well in advance of mealtime and cooking time regulated so that food is ready to serve at a
convenient time. A general rule of thumb for most slow cooker meat-and-vegetable combos is:
COOKING TIME
8-10 hours
4-6 hours
1. Prepare recipe according to instructions.
2. Place food in cooking pot and cover.
3. Plug slow cooker into wall outlet and select LOW, HIGH, or WARM.
4. Cook according to recipe instructions.
5. Serving. Turn the slow cooker to WARM setting for a short period of time prior to serving or turn
to the OFF position to unplug the appliance.
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RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE SETTING
LOW
HIGH
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