Crux 8QT User manual

FRONT Cover
8QT Multi Cooker
Instruction Manual & Recipes
Styled for Life
Designed & Engineered in New York City
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THANK YOU CARD - inside Front Cover
Thank You for choosing
We hope your new CRUX
small kitchen appliance will add
sleek elegance to your kitchen
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THANK YOU CARD - inside Front Cover
Important Safeguards................................................................................................................ 4-5
Additional Important Safeguards......................................................................................... 6-8
Notes on the Plug .............................................................................................................................8
Notes on the Cord ............................................................................................................................8
Plasticizer Warning...........................................................................................................................8
Electric Power.....................................................................................................................................9
Notes on Pressure Release Valve...............................................................................................9
Notes on Safety Locking Lid......................................................................................................10
Introducing the 8QT 10-in-1 Multi Cooker ............................................................................ 11
Getting to Know Your Multi Cooker...................................................................................12-14
Control Panel Function Time Chart ........................................................................................ 15
Before Using for the First Time .......................................................................................... 16-17
Before Each Use .............................................................................................................................. 18
Operating Instructions - 10 Digital One-Touch Functions ..................................... 18-29
Delay Start.................................................................................................................................. 18
Saute ......................................................................................................................................19-20
Slow Cook............................................................................................................................ 20-21
8 Pressure Cook Functions ...........................................................................................21-23
Rice/Risotto........................................................................................................................24-25
Egg................................................................................................................................................ 26
Steam.....................................................................................................................................27-28
Multigrain ................................................................................................................................... 28
Quick Steam Release............................................................................................................ 29
USDA Cooking Guidelines..........................................................................................................30
User Maintenance Instructions...........................................................................................30-31
Storing Instructions....................................................................................................................... 32
Trouble Shooting............................................................................................................................ 32
Recipes ........................................................................................................................................ 33-39
Warranty..................................................................................................................................... 40-41
Table of Contents
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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.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs or
appliance in water or other liquid.
4. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.
Bring it to a qualified technician for examination, repair or electrical
or mechanical adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
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11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
CAUTION: To protect against damage or electric shock, do not
cook in the base unit. Cook only in the cooking pot provided.
13. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the
wall outlet
14 To disconnect, press WARM/CANCEL, then remove plug from
wall outlet.
14. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
15. Do not use aluminum cover or cooking pot if dented or worn..
WARNING: Never deep-fry or pressure-fry in the Multi Cooker,
regardless of whether the lid is on or off. THIS IS DANGEROUS,
AND CAN CAUSE A FIRE AND SERIOUS DAMAGE.
16. Intended for countertop use only.
17. WARNING: 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.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION, HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and
escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to
prevent the risk of burns, fires or other injury to persons or damage
to property.
1. A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety
instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance. All users of this
appliance must read and understand this instruction manual before
operating or cleaning this appliance.
2. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water,
unplug it from the wall outlet immediately. Do not reach into the
water!
3. When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and
on all sides for air circulation. Do not operate this appliance while it
is touching or near curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dish towels or
other flammable materials.
4. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
5. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately
unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair a malfunctioning
appliance!
6. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a grounded 3-prong
120V electrical wall outlet.
7. Do not use this appliance in an unstable position.
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8. Never use the cooking pot on a gas or electric cook top or on an
open flame.
9. Always keep your hands and face away from the pressure release
valve, when releasing the pressure.
10. Use extreme caution when removing the lid after cooking. Always
tilt the lid away from you, so that any remaining steam is blocked
from your face.
11. Never attempt to open the lid while cooking, or before the pressure
has dropped. Do not attempt to bypass this safety feature by forcing
the lid to open.
12. Do not cover or block the valves.
13. Do not touch the pot or lid except for the handle immediately after
use. Whenever the product is in use, only touch the handle, do not
touch the pot or lid.
14. To avoid burns, allow the food to cool before tasting. The
temperature of the food gets considerably hotter than with
conventional cooking.
15. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use oven gloves or a cloth when
opening the lid or handling hot containers as hot steam will escape.
16. Do not move the appliance while in use.
17. Remove the plug from the electrical outlet when the appliance is
not in use or before cleaning.
18. Allow the appliance to cool down completely before undertaking any
cleaning task.
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19. Do not touch the power cord, plug or any part of the appliance with
wet hands.
20. Do not place this appliance directly under kitchen wall cupboards
when in use, as it produces steam. Avoid reaching over the
appliance when it is in use.
21. Do not use the appliance near or below combustible materials,e.g:
curtains.
22. To open, hold and rotate the lid clockwise to the “unlock” position
but do not lean over the appliance.
23. Never use sharp objects inside the cooking pot as this will damage
the non-stick coating.
24. Do not use the Multi Cooker for deep frying
NOTES ON THE PLUG
This appliance has a grounded 3-prong plug. Connect to a properly
grounded outlet only. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
NOTES ON THE CORD
A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is to
be provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or
tripping over a longer cord. Never use with an extension cord.
PLASTICIZER WARNING
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the finish of
the counter top or table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC
coasters or place mats between the appliance and the finish of the
counter top or table top. Failure to do so may cause the finish to
darken; permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear.
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ELECTRIC POWER
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance
may not operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical
circuit from other appliances.
NOTES ON PRESSURE RELEASE VALVE:
• The pressure release valve is used to regulate pressure inside the
Multi Cooker while cooking. Small amounts of steam may escape
during cooking, this is normal.
• Never operate the Pressure Cooker under cabinets. When releasing
steam, make sure the area several feet above the pressure release
valve is clear from all lighting fixtures, furniture or cabinetry.
• The pressure release valve should always be in the PRESSURE
position during cooking. After cooking is complete, turn to the
PRESSURE RELEASE position before attempting to open the lid.
CAUTION: Avoid reaching over the pressure release valve when
in use.
CAUTION: Keep hands and face clear of the pressure release valve
and safety valve when the appliance is in operation. Hot steam and
water may be emitted during use.and when steam is being released.
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NOTES ON THE SAFETY LOCKING LID:
CAUTION: WHEN COOKING UNDER PRESSURE, THE LID IS LOCKED
AND CANNOT BE OPENED ONCE PRESSURE IS REACHED. DO NOT
TRY TO FORCE THE LID OPEN.
• Always keep the lid in the locked position during cooking.
• When cooking is complete, to release steam quickly, turn the
pressure release valve to PRESSURE RELEASE position and allow
the steam to escape.
• Holding the base handles firmly in one hand, firmly grasp the lid
handle with the other hand and rotate clockwise (follow the arrow
on the lid handle) to unlock. (See Figure 3.)
WARNING: Use caution when opening the lid. Steam escapes as
soon as the lid is opened.
• Remove the lid, tilting it away from you to avoid steam.
CAUTION: Never place your face or hands over the Multi Cooker
when removing the lid.
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