How To Use Crock-Pot; Important Safeguards - Crock-Pot Stoneware Slow CookerRival Owner's Manual

R.M428.0218_5865 W Manual 6/14/01

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or cooking unit in
water or other liquid. CAUTION: Never submerge the heating unit in water or
other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Turn control to "OFF" before unplugging from wall outlet. Unplug from outlet when
not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to Rival
(see warranty) for examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Rival
electrical shock or injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch heated surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or
other hot liquids. Always use hot pads when moving your heated Crock-Pot
slow cooker.
12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
13. To disconnect, turn control to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.
14. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated foods into a
heated pot.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. No user-serviceable parts inside. Power Unit never
needs lubrication. Do not attempt to service this product. Do not immerse base in water or other
liquid. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement
or tripping over a longer cord. AN EXTENSION CORD MAY BE USED WITH CARE; HOWEVER,
THE MARKED ELECTRICAL RATING SHOULD BE AT LEAST AS GREAT AS THE ELECTRICAL
RATING OF THE CROCK-POT ® SLOW COOKER. The extension cord should not be allowed to
drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
NOTE:
During initial use of this appliance, some slight smoke and/or odor may be detected.
This is normal with many heating appliances and will not recur after a few uses.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a
safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
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HOW TO USE YOUR CROCK-POT
1. Place food in stoneware according to recipe
2. Plug in Smart-Pot ™ Slow Cooker. Put on a heat resistant surface.
3. Push the "Time" arrows to scroll through the timed cooking options. Select the time
based on the length of time indicated in the recipe.
4. There are three temperature settings. LOW is recommended for slow "all-day"
cooking. 1 hour on HIGH equals about 2 hours on LOW. WARM is for keeping food
warm only. DO NOT cook on WARM setting.
5. Frozen food such as vegetables and shrimp may be used as part of a recipe.
However, do not cook frozen meats (such as roasts or chickens) unless you first add
at least 1 cup of warm liquid. The liquid will act as a "cushion" to prevent sudden
changes in temperature. Cook recipes containing frozen meats an additional 4
hours on LOW, or 2 hours on HIGH.
6. When the cooking time is completed, the Smart-Pot™ slow cooker will automatically
shift to the "Warm" setting and the "Warm" light will come on. NOTE: We do not
recommend using the "Warm" setting for more than 4 hours.
7. To turn the Smart-Pot ™ off, push the "OFF" button. Unplug the unit from the wall
outlet.
8. Always cook with the lid on.
9. Follow the recommended cooking times.
10. Do not use slow cooker stoneware for the storage of food.
11. Do not reheat foods in your Crock-Pot
12. Do not set heated unit filled with food on a finished wood table.
13. Unplug when cooking is done and before cleaning
14. Removable stoneware is ovenproof and microwave safe. Do not use stoneware on
gas or electric burners or under a broiler. The lid is NOT microwave safe.
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CROCK-POT
Unplug unit. CAUTION: Never submerge heating unit in water or other liquid.
REMOVABLE STONEWARE
• The removable stoneware goes safely into the dishwasher, or may be washed in
hot soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaning compounds – a cloth, a sponge or
rubber spatula will usually remove the residue. To remove water spots and other
stains, use a non-abrasive cleaner (such as Bon-Ami
• The outside case may be cleaned with a soft cloth and warm soapy water.
Wipe dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
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