Care And Cleaning - Crock-Pot EXPRESS Easy Release 10 Qt Owner's Manual

CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning should only be carried out when the the
Crock-Pot ® Express Easy Release Pressure Cooker is cool and
unplugged. Allow the Cooker to completely cool before
cleaning. Do not use the removable Cooking Pot on the
stovetop, inside a microwave oven or inside an oven. Use the
pot only inside the Crock-Pot
Cooker Heating Base. Wash the Sealing Gasket and Lid by
hand in warm, soapy water. Dry all parts thoroughly.
Cooking Pot:
When removing the Cooking Pot from the Heating Base,
always use two hands and lift directly upward. Failure to do
so may result in scratching the outside of the Cooking Pot
(see Figure 6).
Figure 6
Express Easy Release Pressure
®
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CARE AND CLEANING (CONT.)
If food sticks or burns to the surface of the Cooking Pot, then
fill it with hot soapy water and let it soak before cleaning.
Use a rubber or nylon spatula to remove stubborn residue. If
scouring is necessary, use a non-abrasive cleaner and a nylon
scouring pad or brush.
Although the Cooking Pot is dishwasher safe, we
recommend hand-washing to preserve the non-stick
coating.
If white spots form on the surface of the Cooking Pot, then
soak it in a solution of vinegar or lemon juice and warm
water for 30 minutes. Rinse and dry.
Note: Never use metal utensils or cleaning devices on the
Cooking Pot, as this may result in scratching and damage to
the non-stick coating.
Exterior
Wipe the exterior of the Heating Base with a damp cloth
and polish dry. DO NOT use harsh abrasives, scourers or
chemicals, as these will damage the surfaces. To prevent
damage to the Cooker do not use alkaline cleaning agents
when cleaning. Only use a soft cloth and mild detergent.
Never immerse the Heating Base in water or any other
liquid.
Condensation Collector
Empty any collected water from the Condensation Collector
(see Figure 1) after each use. Wash in warm, soapy water.
Lid and Sealing Gasket
Always examine the gasket before each use. The silicone
Sealing Gasket on the inside of your Cooker Lid (see Figure
1) may deteriorate over time. Remove Sealing Gasket for
cleaning as needed. Hand-wash using warm, soapy water,
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