Elgento e16001 User manual

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1.5 LITRE
SLOW COOKER
MODEL E16001
YOUR SAFETY &
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

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TECHNICAL DATA
Description: 1.5L Slow Cooker
Model: E16001
Rated Voltage: 230-240V~
Frequency: 50/60Hz
Power Consumption: 100W
DOCUMENTATION
We declare that this product conforms to the following product legislation in accordance with the
following directive(s):
2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive.
2011/65/EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
1935/2004/EC Materials & Articles in Contact With Food (LFGB section 30 & 31).
2009/125/EC Eco-Design of Energy Related Products.
RK Wholesale LTD Quality Assurance, United Kingdom
WARRANTY
This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of original purchase. If any defect arises due
to faulty materials of workmanship, the faulty products must be returned to the place of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.
The following conditions apply:
• The product must be returned to the retailer with proof of purchase.
• The product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this
instruction guide.
• It must be used only for domestic purposes.
• It does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse or consumable parts.
• RK Wholesale LTD has limited liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
• This guarantee is only Valid in the UK and Eire Only.
An extended warranty is available for this appliance.
See back page for details.

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WARNING:
This Appliance MUST be Earthed
WIRING SAFETY FOR UK USE ONLY
IMPORTANT
As the colours in the mains lead of this appliance
may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, please
proceed as follows:
The wires in the mains lead are labelled in
accordance with the following code:
Blue neutral [N] Brown live [L]
Green/Yellow [EARTH]
Plug Fitting Details (Where Applicable).
The wire labelled blue is the neutral and must be
connected to the terminal marked [N].
The wire labelled brown is the live wire and must
be connected to the terminal marked [L].
The wire labelled green/yellow must be
connected to the terminal marked with the letter
[E].
On no account must either the brown or the blue
wire be connected to the [EARTH] terminal.
Always ensure that the cord grip is fastened
correctly.
The plug must be tted with a fuse of the same
rating already tted and conforming to BS 1362
and be ASTA approved.
If in doubt consult a qualied electrician who will
be pleased to do this for you.
Non-Rewireable Mains Plug.
If your appliance is supplied with a non-
rewireable plug tted to the mains lead and
should the fuse need replacing, you must use an
ASTA approved one (conforming to BS 1362 of
the same rating).
If in doubt, consult a qualied electrician who will
be pleased to do this for you.
If you need to remove the plug - disconnect it
from the mains - then cut it o of the mains lead
and immediately dispose of it in a safe manner.
Never attempt to reuse the plug or insert it into a
socket outlet as there is a danger of an electric
shock.
FUSE
Earth
(Green/Yellow)
Fuse
Neutral
(Blue)
Live
(Brown)

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PRODUCT SAFETY
When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should
Check that the voltage of the main circuit corresponds with the
rating of the appliance before operating.
• Check that the voltage of the
main circuit corresponds with
the rating of the appliance
before operating.
• If the supply cord or appliance
is damaged, stop using
the appliance immediately
and seek advice from the
manufacturer, its service
agent or a similarly qualied
person.
• DO NOT let the cord hang
over the edge of a table or
counter or let it come into
contact with any hot surfaces.
• DO NOT carry the appliance
by the power cord.
• DO NOT use any extension
cord with this appliance.
• DO NOT pull the plug out by
the cord as this may damage
the plug and/or the cable.
• Switch o at the wall socket
then remove the plug from
the socket when not in use or
before cleaning.
• The use of accessory
attachments is not
recommended by the
appliance manufacturer
apart from those supplied
with this product. DO NOT
use extension cords with the
appliance.
• Switch o and unplug before
tting or removing tools/
attachments, after use and
before cleaning.
• Close supervision is
necessary when any
appliance is used by or near
children.
• Children should not play with
the appliance.
• This appliance can be used
by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and
knowledge if they have
been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards
involved.
HIGH VOLTAGE HOT SURFACE

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• Cleaning and user
maintenance should not
be undertaken by children
without supervision.
• Take care when any appliance
is used near pets.
• DO NOT use this product
for anything other than its
intended use.
• This appliance is for
household use only.
• Please ensure that the
appliance is used on a stable,
level, and heat resistant
surface.
• DO NOT immerse cords,
plugs or any part of the
appliance in water or any
other liquid.
• DO NOT use the appliance
outdoors.
• DO NOT use the appliance on
a gas or electric cooking top
or over or near an open ame.
• IMPORTANT! DO NOT use
this product in conjunction
with automatic timers.
• Never attempt to move or
clean this product until it has
completely cooled.
• DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
Use handles or knobs.
• Extreme caution must be
used when moving an
appliance containing hot oil or
other hot liquids.
• Avoid sudden temperature
changes, such as adding
refrigerated foods into a
heated pot.
• To reduce the risk of electric
shock, cook only in the
removable cooking pot.
• Use extreme caution when
removing hot container with
food.
• Carefully tilt lid away from you
when uncovering to avoid
scalding and allow water to
drip into pot.
• To disconnect, turn the
temperature control to the
OFF position, then remove the
plug from the wall outlet.

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• DO NOT use a cracked
container. DO NOT set a hot
container on a wet or cold
surface.
• Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before cleaning.
Allow the appliance to cool
before putting on or taking o
parts and before cleaning the
appliance.
• CAUTION! Wear oven mitts
when handling the slow
cooker as the surface may be
extremely hot!
• CAUTION! While in use, hot
steam may rise from the
cooking pot. Be careful when
handling.
• CAUTION! DO NOT use the
KEEP WARM setting to cook
food. DO NOT keep the slow
cooker on this setting for
more than 4 hours.
• IMPORTANT! If you forget to
switch your slow cooker on
or accidentally put uncooked
ingredients on the KEEP
WARM, you must throw
away your ingredients and
start again. Any food that
sits below 60°C can harbour
bacteria.
• This appliance is for
household use only and
similar applications as: Sta
kitchen areas in shops,
oces and other working
environments. Farm houses.
By clients in hotels, motels,
and other residential type
environments. Bed and
breakfast type environments..
• In the unlikely event the
appliance develops a fault,
stop using it immediately and
seek advice from the service
department.

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Instruction Manual
1. Glass Lid with Handle.
2. Crockery Pot.
3. Slow Cooker Handles.
4. Slow Cooker Body.
5. Power indicator Light.
6. Temperature Control Switch.
BEFORE YOUR FIRST USE:
• Remove the parts from the packaging.
• Place the slow cooker on a at, dry surface.
• Remove any promotional labels or stickers.
• Remove the crock pot and glass lid.
• Wash both in hot, soapy water with a mild household detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Do not use harsh abrasives or chemicals.
• Dispose of the packaging in a responsible manner
• Your appliance is now ready for normal use.
Dispose of the packaging in a responsible manner.
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USING YOUR APPLIANCE
Preparing Your Appliance:
1. Place the base of the slow cooker on a at,
dry, heat resistant surface.
2. Place your prepared ingredients into
the cooking pot and cover with a glass
lid. Ensure the lid is centred. Fill the pot
between 1/2 and 3/4 capacity to avoid
over or under-cooking. Do not overll the
cooking pot.
3. Plug the slow cooker into the mains outlet.
CAUTION! Make sure all of the temperature
controls are set to the OFF position before
plugging in the appliance.
4. Select the desired temperature setting
by turning the temperature control to the
required setting: LOW or HIGH.
5. When cooking is complete, turn the
temperature control to the KEEP WARM or
OFF position. Switch your slow cooker o
at the power outlet if turning the appliance
o.
CAUTION! DO NOT use the KEEP WARM
setting to cook food. DO NOT keep the slow
cooker on this setting for more than 4 hours.
6. Carefully remove the cooking pot from the
slow cooker base.
CAUTION! ALWAYS wear oven gloves when
handling the slow cooker’s hot surfaces,
including the cooking pot and glass lid.
Note: When removing the Glass Lid, tilt it so that
the opening faces away from you to avoid being
burnt by steam.
7. Do not place the heated cooking pot on
any surfaces aected by heat. Use a hot
pad or trivet to protect any surfaces. Take
extra care when moving a cooking pot
containing hot liquids.
8. Unplug the slow cooker from the mains and
allow the appliance enough time to cool
completely before cleaning and storing.
Note: Always cook with the Glass Lid on and
follow recommended cooking times.
TeÜerature Control Settings:
Note: Do not use frozen meat. Thaw meat
before slow cooking.
LOW:
The LOW heat setting gently simmers food for
an extended period of time without overcooking
or burning. No stirring is required when using this
setting. Ideal for vegetable dishes and reheating.
Note: When using the LOW setting to cook
meat dishes, the meat should be browned rst.
Tip: 1 hour of cooking on HIGH equals 2 to 2 ½
hours on LOW.
HIGH:
The HIGH heat setting is ideal for use when
cooking dried beans and pulses. The HIGH
setting cooks food in half the time required for
the LOW heat setting. As food will boil when
cooked on the HIGH heat setting, it may be
necessary to add extra liquid, depending on
the recipe and the amount of time in which it
is cooked. Occasional stirring of stews and
casseroles will improve the avour distribution.
Monitor food more regularly when cooking on
the HIGH setting.
Tips: It’s recommended to use the HIGH setting
when you need to cook a tender cut of meat
quickly. Use the LOW setting for tougher cuts –
cooking them for longer gives them more time
for the meat to grow tender.
Keep Warm:
The KEEP WARM function allows you to keep
the food in your slow cooker warm and ready
to eat, even after cooking. Turn the dial on the
front of your slow cooker to KEEP WARM once
cooking has nished.
CAUTION! Never use the KEEP WARM setting
for more than 4 hours.
CAUTION! Do not use the KEEP WARM setting
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Slow cooking guide:
As most food is cooked over a period of 6-9
hours, it can be prepared in advance the evening
before, refrigerated in the removable crock pot,
placed in the slow cooker, switched on in the
morning and left to cook all day. When you arrive
home a delicious, hot meal will await you. The
guide below will help simplify the process of slow
cooking, allowing you to obtain ultimate
satisfaction from your slow cooker.
Traditional
Recipe
Time
Slow
Cooker on
LOW
Slow Cooker on
HIGH
15 – 30
minutes 4 – 6 hours 1 ½ - 2 hours
35 - 60
minutes 6 – 8 hours 3 – 4 hours
1 – 3 hours 8 – 12
hours 4 – 6 hours
Note: These times are approximate. Times can
vary depending on the ingredients and quantities
in the recipes.
Note: Most uncooked meat and vegetable
combinations will require at least 8 hours on
LOW.
Timing:
Always allow sucient time for the food to cook.
It is almost impossible to overcook in the slow
cooker, particularly when using the LOW or
WARM setting. Most recipes can be cooked on
any one of the temperature settings; however the
cooking times will vary accordingly. Each recipe
will give specic instructions, indicating the
appropriate temperature setting accompanied by
the suggested cooking times to use.
Adapting cooking times for traditional
recipes:
Your favourite traditional recipes can be adapted
easily, by halving the amount of the liquid and
increasing the cooking time considerably.
General Tips for Slow Cooking:
• Do not pre-heat the slow cooker before
adding ingredients.
• For best results, the Slow Cooker should
be lled at least halfway.
• Do not ll the cooking pots to more than
three-quarters full. Note: Do not over ll
the appliance or it will not cook as well as
it should.
• Spray the inside of the cooking pot with
non-stick cooking spray for easy clean up.
• The Removable Ceramic Cooking Pot is
ovenproof and microwave safe.
• Do not use the Removable Ceramic
Cooking Pot on gas or electric burners or
under the broiler.
• Do not use the lid in the microwave or
oven.
• Frozen foods such as vegetables and
shrimp may be used as part of a specic
recipe.
• If there is a loss of power while slow
cooking, the food being cooked may
be unsafe to eat. If you are unable to
determine how long the power was out,
we suggest that the food inside of the slow
cooker be discarded.
• Use fresh or dried herbs instead of ground;
they keep more of their avour during long
cooking times.
• Cover all food with a liquid, sauce or gravy.
Prepare in a separate pan and then add to
the slow cooker, completely covering the
food in the cooking pot.
• Prepare everything you need for your slow
cooked meal the night before if you will not
have time in the morning.
• Your ingredients should ideally be added to
the slow cooker at room temperature, so
take everything out of the fridge 20 minutes
before adding to the cooker.

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• Add dairy products last, such as milk
and cheese, unless your recipe states
otherwise. They break down in the slow
cooker, so make sure you stir them in
during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
• To thicken the avourful juices produced
during slow cooking, remove 1 cup
(250mL) juice from the Slow Cooker.
Place it in a small saucepan. Combine 1
tablespoon (15mL) water and 1 tablespoon
(15mL) cornstarch. Stir this mixture into the
saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat
until the mixture boils. Boil and stir for 1 - 2
minutes or until slightly thickened.
• When cooking soups or stews, leave a
2-inch (5 cm) space between the top of
the removable cooking pot and the food
so that the recipe can come to a simmer. If
cooking a soup or stew on HIGH, check its
progress regularly as some soups will reach
a boil on HIGH.
• Pasta and seafood should be added
towards the end of the cooking time.
• Don’t lift the lid of the slow cooker until
you need to. Removing the lid aects the
end result and will actually increase the
necessary cooking time. Only remove it
when you need to add an ingredient.
• If you are adapting a recipe for your slow
cooker, decrease the amount of liquid you
would normally use in the dish by as much
as half.
• All food should be cooked with the glass lid
in place. Each time the lid is lifted, both the
heat and moisture are diminished. Cooking
times should be adjusted to accommodate
this factor.
Slow cooker recipes:
• You can also adjust slow cooker recipes
depending on the amount of time you have.
If you wish to decrease the cooking time,
cook on HIGH and if you wish to extend
the cooking time, cook on LOW. E.g. If the
recipe states to cook on low for 6 – 8 hours
and you want a shorter cooking time, set
your slow cooker to HIGH and cook for
3 – 4 hours.
See the guide that follows for the suggested
cooking times when adjusting a slow cooker
recipe:
Cook on LOW Cook on HIGH
6 – 8 hours 3 – 4 hours
8 – 10 hours 5 – 6 hours
10 – 12 hours 7 – 8 hours
Note: These times are approximate. Times can
vary depending on the ingredients and quantities
in the recipes.
Liquid amounts
When food is cooking in your slow cooker, very
little moisture boils away. To compensate for
this, it’s advisable to halve the liquid content of
traditional recipes.
Stirring the food
Little or no stirring is required when using the
LOW or WARM setting. When using the HIGH
heat setting, stir regularly to ensure even avour
distribution.
Suitable foods
Vegetables
• Vegetables cook slowly. Keep pieces small
to medium in size and place them at the
bottom of the cooking pot.
• Vegetables can be peeled and cut the night
before slow cooking. Cover and refrigerate
in a separate container. Do not place in the
cooking pot until ready to cook.
• Cut all root vegetables into small, evenly
sized pieces to ensure even cooking. Root
vegetables take longer to cook than meat.
• Gently sauté root vegetables for 2 - 3
minutes before slow cooking. Place them
at the bottom of the pot and make sure
all ingredients are fully immersed in the
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• Boil and soak uncooked red beans for at
least 10 minutes before adding them to
your slow cooker. This helps to remove any
toxins.
• Pumpkins and other squash vegetables do
not need to be cooked in as much liquid as
other slow cooked vegetables.
• Cut green peppers into small pieces and
add near the end of the cooking time to
avoid them becoming bitter after being
cooked for a long period of time.
• Frozen vegetables should always be slightly
defrosted before being added to your slow
cooker. They will not take as long to cook
as fresh vegetables as they are generally
pre-cooked to an extent.
• This is the same for canned vegetables.
When using canned vegetables be sure
to wash them before adding them to your
slow cooker, to remove any excess salt
and preservatives. Always ensure you drain
canned vegetables before use, so you do
not add extra liquid to your dish.
• Onions are a very popular ingredient in
slow cooker recipes. Slow cooking does
decrease the avour of onions though,
so make sure you add a little extra than
you usually would, to retain that avour –
especially if you are cooking for more than
four hours.
Meat
• Trim all excess fat and sinew from meat
before slow cooking, as the slow cooking
method does not allow fat to evaporate.
• Browning your meat before adding it to
your slow cooker helps add real avour to
the nished dish. Note: Browning mince
meats, such as minced beef and minced
turkey, before placing in the appliance
removes excess fat and reduces the risk of
food-borne illnesses.
• Meats can be browned and/or cut up
the night before slow cooking. Cover and
refrigerate in a separate container. Do not
place in cooking pot until ready to cook.
• Poultry, such as chicken and Cornish
hens, should not be cooked in the slow
cooker because safe cooking temperatures
near the bone CANNOT be reached
quickly enough. ALWAYS ENSURE
THAT ALL MEAT PRODUCTS ARE
COOKED TO APPROPRIATE INTERNAL
TEMPERATURES.
• Always insert a meat thermometer into
joints of roasts, hams or other meats to
ensure they are cooked to the desired
temperature.
• If you want a thicker sauce for your end
result, try dredging the meat in our before
browning.
• You can use whatever meat you choose
in your slow cooker, but slow cooking is a
perfect way to use those cheaper cuts of
meat.
• Don’t use frozen meat unless it has been
thoroughly thawed out beforehand.

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Trouble Shooting & Faq’s
Questions Answers
The food in my slow
cooker is not cooking
evenly
To ensure even cooking, cut foods such as vegetables into small, evenly
shaped pieces.
Foods such as root vegetables need to be placed at the bottom of the
slow cooker so that they are in direct contact with the cooker. Root
vegetables take longer to cook, so in order to have everything cooked
evenly, this is a must.
My food is too watery
Too much liquid has been added to the slow cooker. Only small amounts
of evaporation occur in slow cookers, so it’s important to add up to 50%
less cooking liquid to a dish than you would if you were stovetop or oven
cooking.
If you notice throughout the cooking time that you’ve added too much
liquid, remove the lid approximately an hour before the cooking has
nished, and cook the food on the high setting. This allows the liquid to
evaporate and thicken.
Can I heat the crock
pot empty?
No. The cooking pot must never be placed on a stovetop, in the oven, or
heated in slow cooker when empty.
The slow cooker is
smoking when it is
rst turned on
There may be manufacturing oil on the heating element or housing. This
can cause a slight smoking and/or burning smell during the rst few uses
of your slow cooker, but will stop after that.
Check that there is no spilled food residue on the heating element or
housing.
Unplug your slow cooker and allow it to cool fully before cleaning it
thoroughly. Towel-dry it before your next use.
Food is sticking to
the bottom of the
crock pot/burning.
You may need to add more liquid to your slow cooker. If you do not add
liquid, food will dry up as it is cooking, causing it to stick and burn.
Cooking with the slow cooker uncovered can also cause these problems.
You should not cook with the lid of the slow cooker removed unless you
are thickening up the liquid towards the end of the cooking process. If you
cook with the lid o, the cooking liquid evaporates, causing the food to dry
out and burn.
Can I cook a roast
in the slow cooker
without water?
Yes, if the slow cooker is set to LOW. The liquid is needed to soften and
cook the vegetables properly. The more fat the meat has, the less liquid is
needed.
How can I remove
hard water stains
from my slow
cooker?
Many things can cause a build-up of calcium deposits and lime scale
inside your slow cooker, including hard water or cooking dried beans.
To remove stains, empty your slow cooker once you have nished cooking
and ll the cooking pot with hot water. Add a small amount of washing
up liquid and about 250ml vinegar to the hot water and leave it to soak
overnight if possible, or for a couple of hours. Once it has soaked, empty
the cooking pot and clean as normal.

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Cleaning and Care
• Before cleaning your slow cooker, always
ensure that the temperature control dial
is in the OFF position and the unit is
unplugged from the mains outlet.
• Ensure that unit is always unplugged from
the power outlet when not in use.
• Always allow the unit to cool before
cleaning.
• Remove the cooking pot and glass lid
and wash in hot, soapy water, using a
mild household detergent. Rinse and dry
thoroughly. To soften stubborn, cooked on
foods, ll the cooking pot with warm, soapy
water and allow it to soak, then remove
food residue by lightly scrubbing it with a
nylon kitchen brush.
• The cooking pot and glass lid can also be
washed in the dishwasher; however care
should be taken not to chip or crack the
cooking pot or lid.
• The glass lid should be washed in the top
rack of the dishwasher.
IMPORTANT! The removable cooking pot will
not withstand the shock of sudden temperature
changes. Use hot water to wash your cooking
pot after cooking. NEVER use cold water if the
cooking pots are still hot.
• The Heating Base may be cleaned with a
soft cloth and warm soapy water. Wipe dry.
Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners.
CAUTION! Never submerge the slow cooker’s
heating base in water or other liquid.
IMPORTANT! After cleaning, allow the
appliance to dry fully before using again.
Do not use the appliance if damp. Ensure the
appliance is completely clean and dry before
storing.
Maintaining the Ceramic Cooking Pot
1. The ceramic cooking pot will not withstand
the shock of sudden temperature changes.
2. The cooking pot should be at room
temperature before adding hot foods.
3. Do not preheat the Slow Cooker before use
unless specied in the recipe.
4. If the cooking pot has been preheated or is
hot to the touch, do not put in cold foods.
5. To wash your cooking pot right after
cooking, use hot water.
Storage
To store your appliance:
1. Unplug the power cord from the power
outlet and clean as above.
2. Allow the appliance to dry fully.
3. Store on a at, dry level surface out of
reach of children.
Part Dishwasher
Safe Oven Safe Microwave Safe Stovetop Safe
Glass Lids Yes No No No
Ceramic Cooking Pot Yes Yes, but not
under the broiler. Yes No

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WARNING:
DO NOT IMMERSE ANY ELECTRICAL PART
OF THE APPLIANCE IN WATER SUCH AS
MOTOR UNITS OR PLUGS.
PLEASE SEE CLEANING SECTION FOR
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS.
DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT
Appliances bearing the symbol shown here
may not be disposed of in domestic rubbish.
You are required to dispose of old electrical
and electronic appliances like this separately.
Please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or
www.recyclenow.co.uk
for access to information about the recycling
of electrical items.
Please visit www.weeeireland.ie for access to
information about the recycling of electrical
items purchased in Ireland.
The WEEE directive, introduced in August
2006, states that all electrical items must be
recycled, rather than taken to landll.
Please arrange to take this appliance to your
local Civic Amenity site for recycling, once it
has reached the end of its life.
NOTES

We hope you enjoy your appliance for many years.
As a thank you for purchasing one of our fantastic products,
we are oering you an extra 1 year peace of mind.
*To receive your extra guarantee period, register your appliance online
within 28 days of purchase by visiting:
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Make sure to retain your original receipt.
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