All-Clad SD710851 - Slow Cooker Manual

INTRODUCTION

All-Clad Metalcrafters created the original collection of professional cookware made with a patented metal CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE bonding process which eliminates uneven heating, an accomplishment that led to All-Clad becoming the product chosen for the kitchens of more four-star restaurants than any other. Still the only complete line of cookware made by an American company with materials produced in its own mill, All-Clad has revolutionized the art of cooking since its introduction.
With five professional cookware collections featuring a variety of bonded metals and finishes, from high grade aluminum and stainless steel to copper, All-Clad combines professional design with high performance for all tastes and cooking styles.
The All-Clad cooking experience now extends to a focused selection of small electrical appliances, each designed without compromise to make a noticeable difference in both use and performance. Cooking connoisseurs now have a wonderful opportunity to complete their kitchen with electrics by All-Clad, the undisputed original. All-Clad Metalcrafters has an ongoing policy of research and development and may modify its products without prior notice.

DESCRIPTION OF PARTS

1. Stainless steel overmoulded silicon handle
2. Glass lid
3. Stainless steel handles
4. 4 QT. insert
5. Stainless steel exterior
6. Programmable timer
7. "cook" light
8. "warm" light

Function display

SET - to set the cooking mode
DOWN - to decrease the cooking time
UP - to increase the cooking time
START - to start the cooking
POWER - to turn the slow cooker on and off

BEFORE FIRST USE

• Remove all packaging, stickers and various accessories on the inside and outside of the appliance.
• Before using your Slow Cooker for the first time, wipe the metal housing with a clean, damp cloth.
• Wash the insert and glass lid in hot soapy water, then rinse and dry.
• Plug in the slow cooker. It is now ready for operation.
• Never immerse the electric base in water.
• Never leave uncooked food at room temperature in the slow cooker. Store ingredients in containers in the fridge beforehand, such as the night before.
• Don't put the removable bowl in the fridge with food.

USING YOUR SLOW COOKER

Product housing can become very hot during cooking. Take care not to touch it without heating protections, and avoid children presence near the product.

NOTE:

• Do not fill the slow cooker bowl more than three-quarters full.
• Always use oven gloves when removing the hot insert from the slow cooker
• Take care not to block the air vents of the product during using. The product must be used on a flat and hard surface.
• During the initial use of this appliance, some slight smoke and/or odor may be detected. This is normal and will stop after a few uses.
• Never heat the insert when it is empty. Never preheat the base.

MODELS WITH ALUMINUM INSERT:

• Do not put the aluminum insert in the oven.
  The removable insert can be used on a burner for both gas and electric, but must never be used on an induction hob.
• Never use metal utensils to preserve the ceramic coating.
• Do not cut food directly in the pan.

MODELS WITH CERAMIC INSERT:

• Do not put the ceramic insert on the stove top, or in an oven.
• We recommend that you use either wooden or plastic utensils, as metal utensils can scratch or mark the ceramic insert.
• Never subject the insert to sudden temperature changes, such as moving it from the refrigerator right into a cooking cycle or right from a completed cooking cycle into the refrigerator.
• Do not immerse/do not wash the insert in cold water when it is still hot.

COOKING

• Plug the product,
• The screen will become illuminated
• If no action is done without 30s, the light is off and the product switches into standby mode.
• Press Power, the light and screen will become illuminated.
• Press Set to choose between High, Low, High/Low, or Warm setting.
  HIGH Mode from 2 to 8 hours, adjustable by 30mn
  LOW MODE from 4 to 20h, adjustable by 30mn
• Press on up or down to set the cooking time.
  If no further action is done within 30s, you will hear a beep and the product will switch into standby mode. To start again the product you should push again the power button.
• After selecting the power setting and cooking time, press Start. You will hear a beep and cooking begins. The readout indicates time left, the remaining time decreases by the minute.

HIGH/LOW MODE
The auto HIGH/LOW setting starts the cooking on HIGH and then switches to LOW:

• Press Set three times to select the HIGH/LOW setting.
• Enter the cooking time on the HIGH setting by pressing down or up.
• Press Start.
• Enter the cooking time on the LOW setting.
• Press Start again to confirm the time on the LOW setting and start the cooking.

DURING COOKING

• You can change the cooking time by pressing up or down.
• You can change the setting during cooking by pressing Set, on the HIGH or LOW settings only.

END OF COOKING

• When the cooking cycle is complete, the slow cooker will automatically shift to KEEP WARM mode.
• The WARM light illuminates.
• The KEEP WARM mode can be used for up to 6 hours.
• When the KEEP WARM mode is finished, the slow cooker will shut off.
• If you want to extend the KEEP WARM mode, push Power, press Set until the KEEP WARM mode appears and press Start.
• DO NOT USE THIS FUNCTION TO REHEAT FOODS.

AFTER USE

• Press Power to turn off the slow cooker. The digital readout display 00:00 and light off after few seconds.
• Unplug your appliance.

TIPS FOR BETTER SLOW COOKING

1. Root vegetables (such as carrots, celery, swede, and turnip), tubers (such as potatoes) and bulbs (such as onions) usually take longer to cook than meat when Slow Cooking. Thinly slice or dice them into small pieces about 5 mm (¼ inch) in size. Place them at the bottom of the bowl and make sure they are immersed in the cooking liquid otherwise they will not cook through.
2. Do not fill the slow cooker more than three-quarters full.
3. Meats should be trimmed, browned or broiled to eliminate as much fat as possible.
   NOTE: DO NOT USE FROZEN MEAT; THAW ANY MEAT BEFORE SLOW COOKING.
4. Brown ground meats, such as ground beef and ground turkey, before placing in slow cooker to remove excess fat and to reduce the risk of food-borne illnesses.
5. Unplug the slow cooker when not in use and before cleaning.
6. Always use protective pads when moving your heated slow cooker.
7. Always cook with the cover on.
   Removing the cover allows heat to escape and adds 15 to 20 minutes to the cooking time.
8. One hour on HIGH is equal to 2 to 2 1/2 hours on LOW.
9. Use fresh or dried herbs instead of ground ones, they keep more of their flavor during the long cooking time.
10. Add dairy products, such as milk and cheese, toward the end of the cooking time, unless your recipe states otherwise.
11. To thicken the flavorful juices developed during slow cooking, remove 1 cup of juice from the slow cooker and place it in a small sauce pan.
12. Avoid sudden temperature changes. For example, do not add refrigerated foods to the heated slow cooker.
13. Always place protective padding under the removable insert before setting on a table or countertop. Do not put anything under your unit while cooking.

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR SLOW COOKER

Make sure your slow cooker is unplugged, and has cooled down, before cleaning the unit.

NOTE:

• Never submerge heating unit in water or any other liquid.
• Do not use scouring pads or hard abrasive powder to clean.

TO CLEAN THE METAL HOUSING

• The outside shell may be cleaned with a soft cloth and warm soapy water, then wipe dry.
• The use of abrasive cleaners is not recommended and may damage your slow cooker's housing.

TO CLEAN THE INSERT AND GLASS LID

• The removable insert and glass lid go safely into the dishwasher, or may be washed in hot, soapy water.
• Do not use abrasive cleaning compounds.
• A cloth, sponge or rubber spatula will usually remove most residue. To remove water spots and other stains, use a non-abrasive cleaner.

MODELS WITH ALUMINUM INSERT

• In order not to damage the ceramic coating of the bowl, never use metal utensils.
• The discoloration which may occur after extensive use does not cause any problems.
• We guarantee that the insert coating complies with the legislation relating to materials in contact with foodstuffs.

MODELS WITH CERAMIC INSERT

• Never subject the insert to sudden temperature changes such as immersing it in cold water when it is still hot, moving it right from the refrigerator into a cooking cycle or vice versa.
• Do not immerse/do not wash the insert in cold water when it is still hot.
  Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR SLOW COOKER IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs; always use oven mitts.
3. To protect against electric shock do not immerse cord, plug, or this appliance in question in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before adding or removing parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any other manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let the cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot 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 liquids.
12. To disconnect, turn any control to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
14. Intended for countertop use only.
15. 
    Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and cord away from children. Never drape cord over edge of counter, never use outlet below counter, and never use with an extension cord.
16. Always cook with the lid on, for the recommended time.
17. Follow recommended cooking times and temperatures.
18. Do not use the slow cooker insert for food storage.
19. Do not reheat foods in your slow cooker.
20. Do not set the heated insert on a finished wood table or any other type of surface that may burn or melt.
21. Do not use the lid or the removable insert in the microwave.
22. Do not heat the slow cooker when it is empty.
23. Always use protective pads when moving your heated slow cooker.
24. Do not use the ceramic insert on the stove top or in an oven to prepare foods.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risk resulting from it being grabbed by children, becoming entangled in, or tripping over a longer cord.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider that the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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