Chefman RJ15-N Series User manual

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RJ15-N Series
CUSTOMER SERVICE: 888.315.6553 | [e-mail]
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slow cooker
with Natural Stoneware Crock
RJ15-N Series

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction manual before using.
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affected. This limited warranty does not apply in cases of damage caused by accident,
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1 Safety Instructions
3 Features
4 Operating Instructions
7 Cleaning and Maintenance
8 Tips
10 Notes
11 Terms and Conditions
12 Warranty Card
CONTENTS

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). 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 or force it into the outlet. This could result in injury or electric
shock.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards of entanglement or tripping
over a longer cord. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available
and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a longer detachable power-supply
extension cord is used:
1. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the
electrical rating of the appliance.
2. The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
LINE CORD SAFETY TIPS
1. Never pull or yank on cord or the appliance.
2. To insert plug, grasp it firmly and guide it into outlet.
3. To disconnect appliance, grasp plug and remove it from outlet.
4. Before each use, inspect the line cord for cuts and/or abrasion marks. If any are found,
this indicates that the appliance should be serviced, and the line cord replaced. Please
return it to an authorized service representative or contact Chefman Customer Service
for assistance.
5. Never wrap the cord tightly around the appliance, as this could place undue stress on the
cord where it enters the appliance and cause it to fray and break.
DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE IF THE LINE CORD SHOWS ANY DAMAGE OR IF
APPLIANCE WORKS INTERMITTENTLY OR STOPS WORKING ENTIRELY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ON LY.
WARNING: When using electrical appliances, especially when children are present, basic
safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or
injury to persons, including the following:
• Do not use appliance for other than intended uses.
• Place slow cooker on a flat, sturdy, heat resistant surface.
• Keep slow cooker six inches clear from the wall and six inches clear on all sides.
• Do not place slow cooker housing on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Chefman Customer Service for
assistance.
• Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug into wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any
control to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.
• The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Chefman may cause fire,
electrical shock or injury, and will result in void of warranty.
• Always ensure the cooking pot in inserted into the heating base before cooking.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated foods or cold liquids to the
heated cooking pot.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot
liquids.
• Always use protective mitts when moving the hot slow cooker.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or
taking off parts.
• To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or slow cooker
housing in water or any other liquids.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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FEATURES
1. Lid Handle
2. Lid Gasket
3. Lid
4. Natural Stoneware Cooking Pot (Removable)
5. Slow Cooker Housing (Stainless Steel Finish)
6. Temperature Dial (Off: 0°F, Low: 200°F, High: 212°F, Warm: 165°F)
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BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Remove all packing materials and stickers from the inside and outside of slow cooker.
Gently wipe down exterior with a damp cloth or paper towel. Warning: Never immerse
the slow cooker’s housing or plug in water or any other liquids.
2. Use a sponge and warm, soapy water to wash the lid and cooking pot. The lid is
dishwasher safe. The cooking pot is NOT dishwasher safe. Do NOT use abrasive cleaning
agents or scouring pads.
3. Dry thoroughly.
4. Read all instructions and follow them carefully.
HOW TO USE
1A. If browning food on the stovetop before slow cooking:
a. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil, butter or other cooking fat to cooking pot.
Warning: Do NOT heat cooking pot without any contents.
b. SLOWLY heat cooking pot over medium until hot.
c. Add food to cooking pot in batches. Do NOT use metal utensils or tongs.
d. Once food is browned, carefully add remaining ingredients to cooking pot.
e. Turn off heat. Allow to cool until cooking pot can be safely handled.
f. Use protective mitts to transfer filled cooking pot to slow cooker housing.
1B. If NOT searing food before slow cooking:
a. Put cooking pot in slow cooker housing.
b. Put food in cooking pot.
• Do not fill cooking pot more than 2/3 full.
• Do not fill cooking pot less than 1/2 full.
• If using a traditional recipe, reduce liquid amount by approximately 1/3. (Liquid does not
evaporate during slow cooking like it does when cooking on a stovetop or in an oven.)
• Add enough liquid to just cover ingredients.
2. Cover cooking pot with lid.
• Try not to remove lid to check food during cooking. Removing the lid will cause the
temperature to drop.
• Lid is NOT oven-safe.
3. Select Low or High temperature.
• Most recipes can be slow cooked on Low or High temperatures. Choose a temperature
based on your allotted cooking: Low usually requires 8-10 hours of cooking while High
usually requires 4-6 hours of cooking.
• Large and/or tough cuts of meat typically benefit from slow cooking on Low—the longer,
more gentle cooking process allows meat to become more tender.
4. Use a separate timer to time food.
• Generally, recipes cooked on Low temperature require about 8-10 hours of cooking.
Recipes cooked on High temperature require about 4-6 hours of cooking.
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5. When timer expires, enjoy food immediately, or change the temperature dial to Warm
until serving.
• Always use protective mitts when handling the hot lid and cooking pot.
• Only use the Warm setting to keep food warm after it has already been cooked.
6. Unplug slow cooker when done cooking and before cleaning.
7. After cooking, cooking pot may also be transferred to oven to brown food or reduce extra
cooking liquid. Warning: ONLY the cooking pot is oven safe up to 500°F. The lid and slow
cooker housing are NOT oven safe.
• If transferring cooking pot to oven, ALWAYS use protective mitts to:
a. Remove lid.
b. Remove cooking pot from slow cooker housing.
c. Transfer cooking pot to and from oven. Warning: After cooking, entire cooking pot will
be very hot.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Saute vegetables or brown meat
directly on the stovetop before
slow cooking for greater depth
of avor.
The non-stick, natural
stoneware insert can be
used for oven roasting
and reheating.
Slow cook for a wide range
of family favorites like chili,
soups, stews and more.
Stovetop
Oven
Countertop

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• Use a sponge and warm, soapy water to wash the lid and cooking pot. The lid is dishwasher
safe. The cooking pot is NOT dishwasher safe. Do NOT use abrasive cleaning agents or
scouring pads.
• Dry thoroughly.
• Gently wipe down exterior with a damp cloth or paper towel. Warning: Never immerse the
Slow Cooker’s housing or plug in water or any other liquids.
• Store in a cool, dry place.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE HELPFUL TIPS
• Never heat the cooking pot without any contents.
• Always heat the cooking pot with some oil, butter or other cooking fat, or with
liquid and/or other ingredients.
• If using the cooking pot on a stove top, always heat the cooking pot slowly and
gently over medium heat.
• Avoid drastic temperature changes such as adding cold water to the hot
cooking pot.
• Always use protective mitts when handling the hot cooking pot.
• When browning or sautéing, add food in batches. Do NOT crowd the cooking
pot.
• When browning or sautéing, some foods produce a lot of grease. Use a slotted
spoon to remove food. Use protective mitts to handle cooking pot and dispose
of excess grease. This will help promote browning.
• Wine, or another acid such as lemon juice, may be used to deglaze the cooking
pot after browning meat. (This will add flavor and depth to the finished dish.)
Add the acid and use a wooden spoon to scrape up the excess bits that have
cooked onto the bottom of the cooking pot. Allow 1-2 minutes for the liquid to
evaporate before adding subsequent ingredients.
• Do NOT use metal utensils or tongs. Use long-stemmed, heat resistant serving
utensils or silicone-tipped tongs.
• Do not fill cooking pot more than 2/3 full.
• Do not fill cooking pot less than 1/2 full.
• If using a traditional recipe, reduce liquid amount by approximately 1/3. (Liquid
does not evaporate during slow cooking like it does when cooking on a
stovetop or in an oven.)
• Before slow cooking, add enough liquid to just cover ingredients.
• Try not to remove lid to check food during cooking. Removing the lid will cause
the temperature to drop.
• Most recipes can be slow cooked on Low or High temperatures. Choose a
temperature based on your allotted cooking.
• Low usually requires 8-10 hours of cooking while High usually requires 4-6 hours
of cooking.

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NOTES
HELPFUL TIPS
• Large and/or tough cuts of meat typically benefit from slow cooking on Low—
the longer, more gentle cooking process allows meat to become more tender.
• The cooking pot may be transferred to the oven after slow cooking to reduces
excess cooking liquid.
• ONLY the cooking pot is oven safe up to 500°F. The lid and slow cooker
housing are NOT oven safe.
• Slow cooked dishes may also be thickened by using a slotted spoon to remove
ingredients, then stirring in a small ball of softened butter and flour. (Use a 1:1
ratio of softened butter and flour to form ball.)
• Only use the Warm setting to keep food warm after it has already been cooked.

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CHEFMAN® warrants, subject to the conditions stated below, that from the date of purchase, this product will be free
from mechanical defects for a period of ONE (1) year. CHEFMAN®, at its option, will repair or replace this product found
to be defective during the warranty period. Should this product become defective by reason of improper workmanship
or material defect during the specified warranty period, CHEFMAN® will repair or replace the same effecting all necessary
parts replacements for a period of one year from the date of purchase. If product is no longer available we will replace it
with a product of equal value. Transportation charges on parts, or products in whole, submitted for repair or replacement,
under this warranty, must be borne by the purchaser. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family
household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120V ~ 60 Hz).
This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a CHEFMAN® product that was purchased at
retail for personal, family or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not available
to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners.
CONDITIONS: This warranty is valid for the original USA and Canada retail purchaser from the date of initial retail
purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty service or
replacement. Dealers, service centers, or retail stores do not have the right to alter, modify or in any way, change the terms
and conditions of this warranty. Warranty registration is not necessary to obtain warranty on CHEFMAN® Products. Save
your proof of purchase receipt.
ABOUT YOUR PRODUCT WARRANTY: Most warranty repairs are handled routinely, but sometimes requests for warranty
service may not be appropriate. For example, warranty service would NOT apply if the product damage occurred because
of misuse, lack of routine maintenance, shipping, handling, 3rd party warehousing or improper installation. Similarly, the
warranty is void if the manufacturing date or the serial number on the product has been removed or the equipment has
been altered or modified. During the warranty period, the authorized service dealer, at its option, will repair or replace any
part that, upon examination, is found to be defective under normal use and service.
NORMAL WEAR: This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following:
negligent use or misuse of the product; improper voltage or current; use contrary to the operation instructions; deviation
from instructions regarding storage and transportation; repair or alteration by anyone other than CHEFMAN® or an
authorized service center. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes.
CHEFMAN® shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied
warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental of consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE: If your CHEFMAN® product should prove to be defective within the warranty
period, we will repair it, or if we think necessary, replace it. To obtain warranty service, simply email customerservice@
chefman.com or call our toll-free number 1-888-315-6553 for additional information from our Customer Service
Representatives, or send the defective product to Customer Service at Chefman, 200 Performance Drive, Mahwah, NJ
07495.
This warranty is effective for the time periods listed above and subject to the conditions provided for within this policy.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY:
California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California residents have the option of returning a nonconforming
product (A) to the store where it was purchased or (B) to another retail store which sells CHEFMAN® products of the same
type. The retail store shall then, at its discretion, either repair the product, refer the consumer to an independent repair
facility, replace the product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to the consumer’s prior
usage of the product. If the above two options do not result in the appropriate relief to the consumer, the consumer may
then take the product to an independent repair facility if service or repair can be economically accomplished. CHEFMAN®
and not the consumer will be responsible for the reasonable cost of such service, repair, replacement, or refund for
nonconforming products under warranty.
CHEFMAN® is a registered trademark of RJ BRANDS, LLC.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Limited Warranty
WARRANTY
slow cooker
Phone lines available Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm EST
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Description of Malfunction:
Return your completed warranty card to:
RJ Brands
200 Performance Drive
Suite 207
Mahwah, NJ
07495
All data fields are required in order for us to process your request:
Model Number:
Full Name:
Address:
Phone:
Date of Purchase*:
Retail Store of Purchase:
*We recommend you keep the receipt with this warranty card
Email: (If applicable)
888.315.6553 customerservic[email protected]
MODEL:
RJ15-N Series
with Natural Stoneware Crock
with Natural Stoneware Crock
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