Adesso XJ-14220 User manual

1.5L slow cooker
XJ-14220
instrucon manual
12
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WARRANTY
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INDEX
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................... 1
CONTROLS AND FEATURES........................................................ 4
UNPACKING................................................................................... 5
BEFORE YOU START ..................................................................... 5
Location for your slow cooker............................................... 5
Placement cautions................................................................. 5
OPERATION.................................................................................... 5
First use ..................................................................................... 5
What is slow cooking?............................................................ 5
Cooking temperatures............................................................. 6
Cooking times ........................................................................... 6
Slow cooking ............................................................................ 7
Keep warm................................................................................ 7
Please keep your sales docket, including cash register receipt, in
a safe place as the docket will prove the commencement of the
period of this warranty. If you wish to make a claim specifically
under this manufacturer’s warranty, you will be required to
provide proof of purchase, preferably your sales docket.
AFTER USE ..................................................................................... 8
CARE AND CLEANING .................................................................8
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................... 8
WARRANTY.................................................................................... 9

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read these instructions carefully before
using the appliance for the first time.
Always use the appliance from a power outlet•
of the same voltage (A.C. only) marked on the
appliance.
This appliance includes an earthed pin and•
must be used with a power outlet with earthed
connection.
Always turn the power off at the power outlet•
before you insert or remove a plug. Remove by
grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord.
Turn the power off and remove the plug•
when the appliance is not in use and before
cleaning.
Do not use the appliance with an extension•
power board.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be•
replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualified person in order to
avoid a hazard.
The appliance shall not be operated by means•
of an external timer or separate remote control
system.
Do not let the power cord of the appliance hang•
over the edge of a table or bench top or touch
any hot surface.
Do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas•
flame, electric element or on a heated oven. Do
not place on top of any other appliance.
For additional protection, it is recommended•
to use the appliance with a residual current
device (safety switch) with a tripping current
not exceeding 30mA in the power socket which
supply power to the appliance.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not leave the power cord near the edge of a•
bench top where children may touch or pull it.
Children should be supervised to ensure they•
do not play with the appliance.
Do not touch the surface of the appliance when•
in use as it is hot.
This appliance is not suitable for use by•
persons (including children) who have limited
physical, sensory or mental abilities, or by
persons who have a lack of experience and/or
lack of knowledge unless they are supervised
by a person in charge for their security or
receive instructions by them on how to use the
appliance.
Do not move the appliance while switched on•
or when it is still hot.
Always switch the power off and unplug the•
cord while the appliance is NOT in use.
Always operate the appliance on a flat, level•
surface.
Do not use the appliance for any purpose other•
than its intended use.
The appliance is for household use only and•
should not be used outdoors.
Do not immerse the cord, plug or base in water•
or any other liquid.
The use of accessories or attachments•
not supplied with the appliance is not
recommended
Do not place food or liquid in the body of the•
slow cooker. Only the removable cook pot is
designed to contain food or liquid.
Handle the ceramic cook pot with care. The•
cook pot should not be used if it is cracked or
chipped.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Never stand the hot cook pot on cold surfaces.•
Avoid sudden changes of temperature.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged•
cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions
or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return
the appliance to the nearest authorised service
facility for examination, repair or electrical or
mechanical adjustment.
Store the appliance away from direct sunlight•
in use, when not in use and out of the reach of
children.
Use oven gloves to remove the lid and be•
careful to avoid scalding from escaping steam.
Do not allow water from the lid to drip into the
housing.
Never operate the slow cooker without food•
and liquid in the removable cooking pot.
Check the glass lid to make sure there are no•
signs of cracks or damage prior to each use.
The following is the safe cautionary symbol of a•
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Hot Surface accessible to people. This symbol
alerts you to the hot hazards that you can be
injured.
Do not use the ceramic cook pot in the microwave
oven.
CAUTION, Hot surface. The surface
can be hot and should not be touched
without taking care.

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Cooker handles1.
Ceramic cook pot2.
Glass lid3.
Lid handle4.
Function switch5.
Power indicator6.
Slow cooker7.
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UNPACKING
Unpack the slow cooker and accessories from the carton.
Retain the carton and packing for future use. If you have to
dispose of the carton and packing, please do so responsibly.
The carton should contain -
1 x XJ-14220 Slow cooker.
1 x Glass lid.
1 x Cook pot.
1 x Owner’s handbook.
BEFORE YOU START
Location for your slow cooker
Choose a flat, stable location within reach of a mains power•
outlet.
Placement cautions
Ensure that the slow cooker is located out of the reach of children
when operational.
Never place the slow cooker under a cupboard or overhanging
surface. Exposure to heat or steam during the cooking process
may damage the surface.
OPERATION
First use
Before using your slow cooker for the first time you should
ensure that it is thoroughly cleaned.
Hand wash the cook pot and glass lid in a mild detergent•
solution before they are first used.
Dry the cook pot and lid thoroughly.•
Your slow cooker is now ready to use.
What is slow cooking?
Slow cooking is a traditional one-pot method of cooking
meals such as casseroles, soups, pot roasts and curries. The
ingredients may include meat and/or vegetables and water or
stock for the cooking process. The ingredients are added into
the cook pot, then gentle heat is applied to the cook pot during
the cooking process.
Ingredients can be prepared in advance the evening before and
refrigerated overnight in the cook pot. The slow cooker can then
be switched on in the morning and left to cook all day to provide
a tasty meal in the evening.
There are many slow cooking recipe books available.

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OPERATION
Cooking temperatures
You can select one of two cooking temperatures. The best setting
depends on the food you are cooking and the cooking time you
require.
Choose the ‘Low’ setting to gently simmer food for a long•
period. You should not need to stir the food if you select this
setting.
Choose the ‘High’ setting if you are baking or cooking dried•
beans or pulses. Food will boil if you select this setting so you
may need to stir the food and add extra liquid during cooking.
Food should be monitored when cooking with this setting.
The ‘Warm’ setting will keep your meal warm once cooked.•
CAUTION: Do not attempt to use the keep warm setting to cook
food.
Cooking times
Cooking times are not critical when slow cooking. It’s almost
impossible to overcook food, particularly when using the Low
setting.
The table below provides an approximate comparison between
traditional cooking recipe times and slow cooking times.
Traditional cooking time Slow cooker cooking time
15 - 30 minutes 4 - 6 hours on LOW heat setting
30 - 60 minutes 6 - 8 hours on LOW heat setting
1 - 3 hours 8 - 12 hours on LOW heat setting

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OPERATION
Slow cooking
Prepare the food for your meal.•
Cut meat and vegetables into pieces and place them in•
the cook pot. Fry meat to brown it if you will be using the
‘Low’ heat setting.
Layer meat over vegetables to improve the flavour.•
Cut food into larger pieces for recipes with longer cooking•
times.
Never use frozen food for slow cooking.
Add water or stock and season as required for the recipe.•
Place the cook pot into the slow cooker.•
Put the lid on the cook pot.•
With the Function switch set to ‘Off’, connect the power•
cable to a mains outlet.
Turn the Function switch to the ‘Low’ or ‘High’ position when•
you are ready to start cooking.
The power indicator will light and the cooker will start to heat
up.
Check cooking progress occasionally through the glass lid.•
Avoid removing the lid if possible as heat and cooking liquid
will be lost from the cook pot.
If the food dries out before cooking is finished, stir in a little
water or stock.
If there is too much liquid present at the end of the cooking time,
remove the lid and set the Function switch to the ‘High’ setting
for about 30 minutes. Check progress occasionally. This should
reduce the liquid content.
When cooking is complete, turn the Function switch to the•
‘Off’ position.
The food can now be served from the cook pot. Alternatively,•
the cook pot can be lifted out of the cooker and carried to
the table.
If you are removing the cook pot after cooking, it will be heavy
and very hot. Always lift the cook pot carefully with oven gloves/
mitts as it will be full with hot food.
Place the cook pot on a heat-proof mat, ready to serve your
meal.
Keep warm
The keep warm feature can be used to keep your meal warm
once cooked.
When your meal has cooked, set the Function switch to•
the ‘Warm’ position.
A gentle heat will keep your meal warm.

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AFTER USE
Disconnect the cooker from mains power and allow it to•
cool.
Follow the instructions in the Cleaning and Care section to•
clean the cook pot and lid.
Dry the components completely and reassemble the cooker.•
Loosely coil the cable and store the cooker safely out of•
reach of children.
CARE AND CLEANING
Unplug the cooker and allow it to cool.•
Remove the cook pot.•
If food is burned onto the surface of the cook pot, fill it with•
hot, soapy water and leave it to soak.
Hand-wash the cook pot and lid with a mild detergent•
solution.
The cook pot and lid are dishwasher-safe so you can wash them
in the dishwasher if you prefer after removing any stubborn
deposits.
Wipe the main body of the cooker with a damp cloth and dry•
well. Never immerse the cooker in water.
Take care when handling the ceramic cook pot. It should not be
used if it is cracked or chipped.
Never clean any component of the cooker with scourers,
abrasive pads or chemicals.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply........................................................ 220-240V~, 50-60Hz
Power consumption.................................................................. 120W
IMPORTANT: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
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WARRANTY
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded1.
under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled
to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or
damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure. Where a failure
does not amount to a major failure, Woolworths is entitled to
choose between providing you with a repair, replacement or
refund. To obtain compensation, you would need to provide
documentary evidence of the loss or damage suffered,
and documentary evidence that such loss or damage was
a reasonably foreseeable consequence of a failure by
Woolworths to comply with a consumer guarantee under
the Australian Consumer Law. Such evidence may include
photographs, statutory declarations, receipts or reports (eg
from your doctor), depending on the loss or damage.
In addition to all rights and remedies to which you may be2.
entitled under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010
(Commonwealth) and any other relevant legislation, the
manufacturer warrants this product to be free from defects
in materials or workmanship for a period of 12 months from
the date of purchase.
In order to claim under this warranty you will need to bring3.
the product to any Woolworths store, along with proof of
purchase (typically this will be a receipt). Any cost incurred
by you in bringing the product to the service desk will be
borne by you. We will then, at our option, either repair or
replace the product, or refund your money and take back the
product – in accordance with our Returns Policy, a copy of
which is available at www.woolworths.com.au (and click on
tab for About Us, Our Services, In Stores Services).
Our liability under this manufacturer’s warranty is4.
subject to us being satisfied that a defect was caused by
defective workmanship or materials, and was not caused
by or substantially contributed to by other factors, or
circumstances beyond our control, including (but not limited
to) defective installation, maintenance or repair, alteration or
modification of the product in a manner not recommended by
the manufacturers or any neglect, misuse or excessive use.
The benefits conferred by this manufacturer’s warranty5.
are in addition to all rights and remedies conveyed by the
Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Commonwealth),
and any other statutory rights to which you may already
be entitled, and this warranty does not exclude, restrict or
modify any such rights or remedies that are implied by law.
This warranty is provided by Woolworths Limited of 16.
Woolworths Way, Bella Vista NSW 2153, Phone: [phone].

Made for Woolworths
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Bella Vista NSW 2153
Australia
Made in China ADESSO XJ-14220 V0.2