Important Safeguards - Crock-Pot EXPRESS Easy Release 10 Qt Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons
including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using this product.
2. This appliance cooks under pressure when using
pressure cooking functions. Improper use may result
in scalding injury. Make certain unit is properly
closed before operating. See Operating Instructions.
3. This appliance generates heat during use. Do not
touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
4. Do not fill the unit over maximum fill line at 2/3 full.
When cooking foods that expand during cooking
such as rice, beans, potatoes or dried vegetables,
do not fill the unit beyond the recommended level
at 1/2 full. Over filling may cause a risk of clogging
the valves and developing excess pressure. Follow all
cooking and recipe instructions.
5. Always check the pressure release devices for
clogging before use. Clean as necessary.
6. Place the Cooker so that the Steam Release Valve is
positioned away from the body.
7. Never place any part of the body, including face,
hands, and arms over the Steam Release Valve.
Steam can result in serious burns.
CAUTION: When in the "Seal"
note steam may still be released from the Steam
Release Valve on the Lid to regulate the proper
position, please
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amount of pressure for cooking. Always keep face
and hands clear of Steam Release Valve.
8. Do not operate the Cooker without food or liquid in
the Cooking Pot.
9. To prevent risk of injury due to excessive pressure,
replace Lid Sealing Gasket only as recommended
by the manufacturer. See Care and Cleaning
instructions.
10. Do not use the Lid to carry the Cooker.
11. Do not move or cover the Cooker while it is in
operation.
12. After pressure cooking, do not open the
Cooker until the unit has cooled, all internal
pressure has been released, and the Bobber
Valve has dropped completely. If the Lid is
difficult to remove, this indicates that the
cooker is still pressurized - do not force
it open. Any pressure in the Cooker can
be hazardous. See RELEASING PRESSURE
instructions (pages 20-21).
13. Be careful when lifting and removing Lid after
cooking. Always tilt the Lid away from you as steam
is hot and can result in serious burns. Never place
face over the Cooker.
14. Do not use this Cooker for pressure frying with oil.
15. To protect against electric shock, do not place or
immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other
liquid.
16. Do not use the Cooking Pot for food storage or
place in the freezer.
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