Gourmia DCP-860 User manual

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MODEL#DCP-860
SlowSmart Xpress
DIGITAL PROGRAMMABLE
SLOW COOKER

MODEL NUMBER: DY-SV200
POWER: 120V; 50HZ
USER
MANUAL
Safety Precautions 4
Product Specs 6
Using Your Device 7
Manufacturer’s Tips 9
Cleaning and Care 11
Storage and Disposal 11
Warranty Details 11
MODEL#DCP-860
SlowSmart Xpress
DIGITAL PROGRAMMABLE
SLOW COOKER

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
Disclaimer: Manual instructions should always be read and implemented prior to
product use. Manufacturer/ importer advisory board are not reliable for inadequate
use due to instruction manual negligence or failure to follow direction.
This product is intended for indoor household use only!
Children: Keep this device out of the reach of children or other disqualified
persons, since the misuse of contents and packaging materials may result in hazard
or death.
Never immerse the electrical parts of this device in liquid, nor place under running
water.
Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, check that the power
supply voltage and current rating corresponds with the power supply details
shown on the appliance rating label.
To avoid damaging the cord, do not squeeze, bend or chafe it on sharp edges.
Keep it away from hot surfaces and open flames as well. Do not let the rotating
blade touch the power cord.
Avoid trip and fall accidents by placing the cord in a safe position.
If an extension cord is used, its capacity needs to be suitable for the power
consumed by the appliance.
Do not operate the appliance with wet hands or while standing on a wet floor. Do
not touch the power plug with wet hands.
Keep the appliance away from any hot surfaces and open flames. Always operate
the appliance on a level, stable, clean and dry surface. Protect the appliance
against heat, dust, direct sunlight, moisture, dripping and splashing water.
Regularly check the power plug and power cord for damage. If the supply cord is
damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not pull the power plug out of the electrical outlet by the power cord and do
not wrap the power cord around the appliance.
Disconnect the power plug from the electrical outlet when not in use, before
putting on or removing attachments and before cleaning.
Use only attachments from the manufacturer provided with this appliance.
Attachments or accessories not recommended by supplier may cause electric
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shock, fire, or injury.
If the appliance should overheat, stop using the appliance and disconnect from its
electrical outlet.
Keep appliance away from hot plates, burners, and heated ovens.
Extreme caution should be used when moving the appliance containing hot food,
water, or other hot liquids.
Do not use the appliance for anything other than the intended use.
Do not switch the cooker on while the ceramic pot is still empty.
Allow lid and slow cooker to cool before allowing it to touch water.
Never touch the outer enclosure of the slow cooker during its operation or before
it cools. Use the handles or knobs. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use oven gloves or
cloth when removing lid or handling contents.
Never cook directly in the base unit. Use the ceramic pot.
Do not use slow cooker or glass lid if it is cracked or chipped.
Do not switch on the appliance when it is upside down or on it’s side.
The ceramic pot and glass lid should be handled with care.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capablilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they are
supervised.
Some countertop and table surfaces are not designed to withstand prolonged
heat generated by certain appliances. It is strongly recommended by countertop
manufacturers that a hot pad or trivet be placed under your appliance to prevent
possible damage to the surface.
NOTE: A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal injury
resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord. Longer power-
supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used with caution.
If you are using an extension cord, make sure
1) the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as
the electrical rating of the product
2) the extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the coun-

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PRODUCT SPECS USING YOUR DEVICE
USING YOUR DEVICE
Slow cookers cook at temperatures just around boiling. The programmable slow
cooker can operate at the low setting all day or night if required. When cooking on
a high setting, it is very much like a covered pot on the stove top. Foods will cook
on high in about half the time required for low cooking. Additional liquid may
be required as foods do boil on high. To turn o the slow cooker, press the power
button. Always unplug device from the electrical outlet when not in use.
BEFORE FIRST USE
1) Unpack the appliance carefully, remove all packaging materials and retain for
future use.
Warning! Packaging materials are not toys. Children should not play with the
packaging materials, as they pose a risk of swallowing and suocation!
2) Check for the presence of all parts and for transport damage. In case of
damages or incomplete delivery, please contact your dealer.
3) Clean the ceramic pot and glass lid using hot soapy water with a sponge or
dish cloth. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
Warning! Do not immerse the slow cooker base in water.
4) It is necessary to operate the slow cooker before first use. Pour 4 cups of water
into the pot and place it inside the base unit and cover with the glass lid.
5) Plug into a 120V AC outlet. Press the power button. The screen will illuminate
and the numbers will blink until programmed.
6) Press the mode selector button to select the high program. Press the + button
until 0:30 appears on the time display. The slow cooker will start to heat.
7) After 30 minutes the cooker will automatically shut off. Unplug the slow cooker
and allow the unit to cool.
8) Wearing oven mitts, lift the stoneware pot by the handles carefully and remove
it from the base unit, and pour out the water from the stoneware pot.
9) Rinse stoneware pot, dry thoroughly and reuturn to inside the base unit.
Please note: The first 15 minutes of use may result in minimal smoke and smell.
This is normal and harmless and comes from the protective substance applied to
the heating elements during manufacturing.
APPLIANCE CARE
Like any ceramic, the stoneware pot may crack or break if not properly handled.
To prevent damage, handle with care.
Warning: Failure to follow these instructions can cause breakage resulting in
injury or property damage.
• Always use pot holders or oven mitts when handling hot stoneware
• Do not place hot stoneware pots on countertop. Use a trivet.
• Do not place stoneware pot on any range, top burner, under a broiler, micro-
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wave, browning element or in a toaster oven.
• Do not strike utensils against the rim of stoneware pot to remove food.
• Do not use stoneware pot to popcorn, caramelize sugar or make candy.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or any object that will scratch the
cookware accessories.
•Do not use any stoneware pot or lid that is chipped, cracked or broken. Do not
attempt to repair it on your own. Contact the manufacturer for help.
• Do not use stoneware pot for reheating foods or for food storage.
• Always place foods into the stoneware pot at room temperature; then place
stoneware pot into the base unit and then turn it on. Do not heat the stoneware
pot while it’s empty.
FOOD OPERATION
1) Place the base on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface away from the edge of the
surface. Do not use on the floor.
2) Place food into the ceramic pot, and place the pot on the base.
3) Cover with the glass lid. If you need to pre-cook or brown foods prior to slow
cooking, this should be done in a pan. Do not try to brown or pre-cook food in the
slow cooker.
4) Plug cord into a 120V AC outlet. Press the power button; the screen will
illuminate and the numbers will start to blink until the unit is programmed.
5) Press the mode button until the desired low, high, or warm program is selected.
Then cook according to the recipe.
6) Press the + or - buttons to select the cooking time. The slow cooker can be
programmed in half hour increments. After 5 seconds, the slow cooker will begin
to heat.
Note:
• Press the + or - buttons to adjust target cook time at any time while the slow
cooker is cooking.
• If the low or high mode is selected without entering a cooking time, the slow
cooker will heat by default for a time of 8 hours in low setting and 4 hours on
high.
• Press the power button at any time to turn off the slow cooker.
7) The time on the display will begin to count down in minutes until 0:00 is shown.
When cooking time is complete, the cooker will automatically shut o.
Caution: The base unit will get very warm during cooking. Use potholders or oven
mitts while handling or moving the unit.
8) Using oven mitts, remove the glass lid by the knobs. Then remove the stone-
ware pot from the base unit. Serve contents.
9) Press the power button to turn o the slow cooker.
10) Unplug from the electrical outlet. Allow to cool completely before cleaning.
Note:
• Even when the slow cooker is turned off and unplugged, the slow cooker
remains hot for some time after using. Set aside and allow to cool before cleaning
or storing.
COOKING CHART
Use the following chart for cooking purposes.
Keep warm function:
• Food can be kept warm in the slow cooker for up to 20 hours. However, after 4
hours food contents may start to become dry, or the flavor may be altered.
• Food cooked in other appliances can be transferred to the slow cooker to keep
warm.
• Slow cooking is a great way to prepare a nutritious hot meal with minimum
preparation time.
• Less tender and cheaper cuts of meat are more ideal for slow cooking than
more expensive cuts.
•Slow cooking retains moisture. If you wish to reduce moisture in the cooker,
remove the lid after cooking and turn the control to high, and simmer for 30-45
minutes.
• The lid is not a sealed fit. Do not remove unnecessarily as the built up heat will
escape. Each time you remove the lid, add an additional 10 minutes to the cook-
ing time.
• When cooking soups, leave 5 cm of space between the top of the pot and the
food surface to allow space to simmer.
• Most meat and vegetable recipes require 8-10 hours on low, 4-6 hours on high
and 5-7 hours on medium.
• Some ingredients are not suitable for slow cooking. Pasta, seafood, milk, and
cream should be added towards the end of the cooking time. Many things can
aect how quickly a recipe will look: water and fat content, intial temperature of
the food and the size of the food.
• Food cut into small pieces will cook faster. Use trial and error to fully optimize
the potential of your slow cooker.
• Meat will not brown during the cooking process. Browning fatty meats will
reduce the amount of fat and help preserve color while adding rich flavor. Heat a
small amount of oil in a skillet and brown meats prior to putting into the stone-
ware pot.
• Whole herbs and spices flavor better in slow cooker than crushed or ground.
• When cooking in a slow cooker, liquids don’t boil as much as they do in conven-
tional cooking. Reduce the amount of liquid in any recipe not designed for a slow
cooker. Exceptions to this rule include rice and soups. Liquids can always be
added later if necessary. If there is too much liquid, program the cooker to high
for 45 minutes. Check every 15 minutes and after about 30-45 minutes the liquid
should be reduced.
• Vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and turnips will require longer cooking
time than meats. Be sure to place them on the bottom of the slow cooker and
cover them in liquid.
Tips for Slow Cooking
• Trim excess fat frm meat before cooking, since slow cooking does not allow fat
to evaporate.
• Never leave uncooked food at room temperature in the slow cooker.
• Do not use the slow cooker to reheat food.
• Insert a meat thermometer into joints of roasts, hams, or whole chickens to
ensure they are cooked to the desired temperature.
• Do not put the ceramic pot or glass lid in an oven, freezer, and microwave, or on
a gas/electrical hob.
•Do not subject the ceramic pot to sudden changes in temperature. Adding cold
water to a very hot pot could cause it to crack.
• Do not allow the pot to stand in water for a long time.
• There is an area on the base of the pot that has to remain unglazed for manufac-
turing purposes. This area is porous, therefore do not allow it to sit in water for
long periods of time.
• Do not turn on the slow cooker while the ceramic pot is empty or not on the
base.
Slow Cooker Cooking Chart
terop or tabletop where it can unintentionally be pulled on or tripped over by
children or pets.
POLARIZED PLUG
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized
outlet only one way. If you are unable to fit the plug into the electrical outlet try
reversing the plug. If it still does not fit, contact an electrician. Never use the plug
with an extension cord unless the plug can be fully inserted into the extension
cord. Do not alter the plug of the product or any extension cord being used with
this product.
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1. Tempered glass lid 6. Time program buttons
2. Lid knob 7. Power button
3. Stoneware pot handles 8. Base unit
4. Time display 9. Base handles
5. Low/high/warm selector button 10. Stoneware pot
Always make sure the slow cooker is turned o before cleaning.
• The ceramic insert can be cleaned in a dishwasher, or by hand. To remove any
foods that have been cooked onto the bottom of the pot, simply soak overnight in
soapy water and rinse the next day.
• Do not place hot or warm ceramic insert into cold water or it may result in
cracking.
•The exterior should be wiped with a damp cloth and then dried. Do not use
abrasive cleaners to clean any part of the slow cooker, as it will damage the
surfaces.
•Do not use the stoneware pot to store food in refrigerator, and then reheat in
the base unit. The cold may crack the pot.
• Do not use the stoneware pot or lid if it is cracked or chipped.
Warning: Never submerge the base unit or cord into water or other liquid, as this
may damage the slow cooker.
• Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing.
•Store in a clean, dry place. Never store slow cooker while it is still hot or wet.
•To store, place pot inside the base unit and the lid over the pot. To protect the
lid, it may be wrapped with a cloth and placed upside down over the pot.
• Keep the cord loosely coiled. Never wrap cord tightly around the appliance.

MANUFACTURER’S TIPS
Slow cookers cook at temperatures just around boiling. The programmable slow
cooker can operate at the low setting all day or night if required. When cooking
on a high setting, it is very much like a covered pot on the stove top. Foods will
ook on high in about half the time required for low cooking. Additional liquid may
be required as foods do boil on high. To turn o the slow cooker, press the power
button. Always unplug device from the electrical outlet when not in use.
BEFORE FIRST USE
1) Unpack the appliance carefully, remove all packaging materials and retain for
future use.
Warning! Packaging materials are not toys. Children should not play with the
packaging materials, as they pose a risk of swallowing and suocation!
2) Check for the presence of all parts and for transport damage. In case of
damages or incomplete delivery, please contact your dealer.
3) Clean the ceramic pot and glass lid using hot soapy water with a sponge or
dish cloth. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
Warning! Do not immerse the slow cooker base in water.
4) It is necessary to operate the slow cooker before first use. Pour 4 cups of water
into the pot and place it inside the base unit and cover with the glass lid.
5) Plug into a 120V AC outlet. Press the power button. The screen will illuminate
and the numbers will blink until programmed.
6) Press the mode slector button to select the high program. Press the + button
until 0:30 appears on the time display. The slow cooker will start to heat.
7) After 30 minutes the cooker will automatically shut o. Unplug the slow cooker
and allow the unit to cool.
8) Wearing oven mitts, lift the stoneware pot by the handles carefully and remove
it from the base unit, and pour out the water from the stoneware pot.
9) Rinse stoneware pot, dry thoroughly and reuturn to inside the base unit.
Please note: The first 15 minutes of use may result in minimal smoke and smell.
This is normal and harmless and comes from the protective substance applied to
the heating elements during manufacturing.
APPLIANCE CARE
Like any ceramic, the stoneware pot may crack or break if not properly handled.
To prevent damage, handle with care.
Warning: Failure to follow these instructions can cause breakage resulting in
injury or property damage.
• Always use pot holders or oven mitts when handling hot stoneware
• Do not place hot stoneware pots on countertop. Use a trivet.
• Do not place stoneware pot on any range, top burner, under a broiler, micro-
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wave, browning element or in a toaster oven.
• Do not strike utensils against the rim of stoneware pot to remove food.
• Do not use stoneware pot to make popcorn, caramelize sugar or make candy.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or any object that will scratch the
cookware accessories.
• Do not use any stoneware pot or lid that is chipped, cracked or broken. Do not
attempt to repair it on your own. Contact the manufacturer for help.
• Do not use stoneware pot for reheating foods or for food storage.
• Always place foods into the stoneware pot at room temperature; then place
stoneware pot into the base unit and then turn it on. Do not heat the stoneware
pot while it’s empty.
FOOD OPERATION
1) Place the base on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface away from the edge of the
surface. Do not use on the floor.
2) Place food into the ceramic pot, and place the pot on the base.
3) Cover with the glass lid. If you need to pre-cook or brown foods prior to slow
cooking, this should be done in a pan. Do not try to brown or pre-cook food in the
slow cooker.
4) Plug cord into a 120V AC outlet. Press the power button; the screen will
illuminate and the numbers will start to blink until the unit is programmed.
5) Press the mode button until the desired low, high, or warm program is selected.
Then cook according to the recipe.
6) Press the + or - buttons to select the cooking time. The slow cooker can be
programmed in half hour increments. After 5 seconds, the slow cooker will begin
to heat.
Note:
• Press the + or - buttons to adjust target cook time at any time while the slow
cooker is cooking.
• If the low or high mode is selected without entering a cooking time, the slow
cooker will heat by default for a time of 8 hours in low setting and 4 hours on
high.
• Press the power button at any time to turn off the slow cooker.
7)The time on the display will begin to count down in minutes until 0:00 is shown.
When cooking time is complete, the cooker will automatically shut off.
Caution: The base unit will get very warm during cooking. Use potholders or oven
mitts while handling or moving the unit.
8)Using oven mitts, remove the glass lid by the knob. Then remove the stone-
ware pot from the base unit. Serve contents.
9)Press the power button to turn off the slow cooker.
10) Unplug from the electrical outlet. Allow to cool completely before cleaning.
Note:
• Even when the slow cooker is turned off and unplugged, the slow cooker
remains hot for some time after using. Set aside and allow to cool before cleaning
or storing.
COOKING CHART
Use the following chart for cooking purposes.
Keep warm function:
• Food can be kept warm in the slow cooker for up to 20 hours. However, after 4
hours food contents may start to become dry, or the flavor may be altered.
• Food cooked in other appliances can be transferred to the slow cooker to keep
warm.
• Slow cooking is a great way to prepare a nutritious hot meal with minimum
preparation time.
• Less tender and cheaper cuts of meat are more ideal for slow cooking than
more expensive cuts.
• Slow cooking retains moisture. If you wish to reduce moisture in the cooker,
remove the lid after cooking and turn the control to high, and simmer for 30-45
minutes.
• The lid is not a sealed fit. Do not remove unnecessarily as the built up heat will
escape. Each time you remove the lid, add an additional 10 minutes to the cook-
ing time.
• When cooking soups, leave 5 cm of space between the top of the pot and the
food surface to allow space to simmer.
• Most meat and vegetable recipes require 8-10 hours on low, 4-6 hours on high
and 5-7 hours on medium.
• Some ingredients are not suitable for slow cooking. Pasta, seafood, milk, and
cream should be added towards the end of the cooking time. Many things can
affect how quickly a recipe will cook: water and fat content, iintial temperature of
the food and the size of the food.
• Food cut into small pieces will cook faster. Use trial and error to fully optimize
the potential of your slow cooker.
• Meat will not brown during the cooking process. Browning fatty meats will
reduce the amount of fat and help preserve color while adding rich flavor. Heat a
small amount of oil in a skillet and brown meats prior to putting into the stone-
ware pot.
• Whole herbs and spices flavor better in t he slow cooker than crushed or
ground.
• When cooking in a slow cooker, liquids don’t boil as much as they do in conven-
tional cooking. Reduce the amount of liquid in any recipe not designed for a slow
cooker. Exceptions to this rule include rice and soups. Liquids can always be
added later if necessary. If there is too much liquid, program the cooker to high
for 45 minutes. Check every 15 minutes and after about 30-45 minutes the liquid
should be reduced.
• Vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and turnips will require longer cooking
time than meats. Be sure to place them on the bottom of the slow cooker and
cover them in liquid.
Tips for Slow Cooking
• Trim excess fat frm meat before cooking, since slow cooking does not allow fat
to evaporate.
• Never leave uncooked food at room temperature in the slow cooker.
• Do not use the slow cooker to reheat food.
• Insert a meat thermometer into joints of roasts, hams, or whole chickens to
ensure they are cooked to the desired temperature.
• Do not put the ceramic pot or glass lid in an oven, freezer, and microwave, or on
a gas/electrical hob.
•Do not subject the ceramic pot to sudden changes in temperature. Adding cold
water to a very hot pot could cause it to crack.
• Do not allow the pot to stand in water for a long time.
• There is an area on the base of the pot that has to remain unglazed for manufac-
turing purposes. This area is porous, therefore do not allow it to sit in water for
long periods of time.
• Do not turn on the slow cooker while the ceramic pot is empty or not on the
base.
Slow Cooker Cooking Chart
Setting
Low
High
Warm
98˚C / 208˚F
100˚C / 212˚F
63˚C / 145˚F
8.5 hours
5 hours
6.5 hours
Max Temperature Time to Reach Max Temperature
Always make sure the slow cooker is turned o before cleaning.
• The ceramic insert can be cleaned in a dishwasher, or by hand. To remove any
foods that have been cooked onto the bottom of the pot, simply soak overnight in
soapy water and rinse the next day.
• Do not place hot or warm ceramic insert into cold water or it may result in
cracking.
•The exterior should be wiped with a damp cloth and then dried. Do not use
abrasive cleaners to clean any part of the slow cooker, as it will damage the
surfaces.
•Do not use the stoneware pot to store food in refrigerator, and then reheat in
the base unit. The cold may crack the pot.
• Do not use the stoneware pot or lid if it is cracked or chipped.
Warning: Never submerge the base unit or cord into water or other liquid, as this
may damage the slow cooker.
• Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing.
•Store in a clean, dry place. Never store slow cooker while it is still hot or wet.
•To store, place pot inside the base unit and the lid over the pot. To protect the
lid, it may be wrapped with a cloth and placed upside down over the pot.
• Keep the cord loosely coiled. Never wrap cord tightly around the appliance.

CLEANING AND CARE
Slow cookers cook at temperatures just around boiling. The programmable slow
cooker can operate at the low setting all day or night if required. When cooking
on a high setting, it is very much like a covered pot on the stove top. Foods will
ook on high in about half the time required for low cooking. Additional liquid may
be required as foods do boil on high. To turn o the slow cooker, press the power
button. Always unplug device from the electrical outlet when not in use.
BEFORE FIRST USE
1) Unpack the appliance carefully, remove all packaging materials and retain for
future use.
Warning! Packaging materials are not toys. Children should not play with the
packaging materials, as they pose a risk of swallowing and suocation!
2) Check for the presence of all parts and for transport damage. In case of
damages or incomplete delivery, please contact your dealer.
3) Clean the ceramic pot and glass lid using hot soapy water with a sponge or
dish cloth. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
Warning! Do not immerse the slow cooker base in water.
4) It is necessary to operate the slow cooker before first use. Pour 4 cups of water
into the pot and place it inside the base unit and cover with the glass lid.
5) Plug into a 120V AC outlet. Press the power button. The screen will illuminate
and the numbers will blink until programmed.
6) Press the mode slector button to select the high program. Press the + button
until 0:30 appears on the time display. The slow cooker will start to heat.
7) After 30 minutes the cooker will automatically shut o. Unplug the slow cooker
and allow the unit to cool.
8) Wearing oven mitts, lift the stoneware pot by the handles carefully and remove
it from the base unit, and pour out the water from the stoneware pot.
9) Rinse stoneware pot, dry thoroughly and reuturn to inside the base unit.
Please note: The first 15 minutes of use may result in minimal smoke and smell.
This is normal and harmless and comes from the protective substance applied to
the heating elements during manufacturing.
APPLIANCE CARE
Like any ceramic, the stoneware pot may crack or break if not properly handled.
To prevent damage, handle with care.
Warning: Failure to follow these instructions can cause breakage resulting in
injury or property damage.
• Always use pot holders or oven mitts when handling hot stoneware
• Do not place hot stoneware pots on countertop. Use a trivet.
• Do not place stoneware pot on any range, top burner, under a broiler, micro-
WARRANTY DETAILS
This product is guaranteed under a one year limited warranty period, applicable to
the original purchaser and not transferable to a third party user.
Repair or replacement of defective parts are at the seller's discretion. In the event
that repair isn't possible, the seller will replace the product/ part. If product repair/
replacement won’t suce, the seller has the option of refunding the cash value of
the product or component returned.
Product defects not covered under the warranty provisions include normal wear
and damage incurred from use or accidental negligence, misuse of instruction
specifications, or repair by unauthorized parties. The manufacturing company is not
liable for any incidental or consequential damages incurred by such circumstances.
wave, browning element or in a toaster oven.
• Do not strike utensils against the rim of stoneware pot to remove food.
• Do not use stoneware pot to popcorn, caramelize sugar or make candy.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or any object that will scratch the
cookware accessories.
•Do not use any stoneware pot or lid that is chipped, cracked or broken. Do not
attempt to repair it on your own. Contact the manufacturer for help.
• Do not use stoneware pot for reheating foods or for food storage.
• Always place foods into the stoneware pot at room temperature; then place
stoneware pot into the base unit and then turn it on. Do not heat the stoneware
pot while it’s empty.
FOOD OPERATION
1) Place the base on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface away from the edge of the
surface. Do not use on the floor.
2) Place food into the ceramic pot, and place the pot on the base.
3) Cover with the glass lid. If you need to pre-cook or brown foods prior to slow
cooking, this should be done in a pan. Do not try to brown or pre-cook food in the
slow cooker.
4) Plug cord into a 120V AC outlet. Press the power button; the screen will
illuminate and the numbers will start to blink until the unit is programmed.
5) Press the mode button until the desired low, high, or warm program is selected.
Then cook according to the recipe.
6) Press the + or - buttons to select the cooking time. The slow cooker can be
programmed in half hour increments. After 5 seconds, the slow cooker will begin
to heat.
Note:
• Press the + or - buttons to adjust target cook time at any time while the slow
cooker is cooking.
• If the low or high mode is selected without entering a cooking time, the slow
cooker will heat by default for a time of 8 hours in low setting and 4 hours on
high.
• Press the power button at any time to turn off the slow cooker.
7) The time on the display will begin to count down in minutes until 0:00 is shown.
When cooking time is complete, the cooker will automatically shut o.
Caution: The base unit will get very warm during cooking. Use potholders or oven
mitts while handling or moving the unit.
8) Using oven mitts, remove the glass lid by the knobs. Then remove the stone-
ware pot from the base unit. Serve contents.
9) Press the power button to turn o the slow cooker.
10) Unplug from the electrical outlet. Allow to cool completely before cleaning.
Note:
• Even when the slow cooker is turned off and unplugged, the slow cooker
remains hot for some time after using. Set aside and allow to cool before cleaning
or storing.
COOKING CHART
Use the following chart for cooking purposes.
Keep warm function:
• Food can be kept warm in the slow cooker for up to 20 hours. However, after 4
hours food contents may start to become dry, or the flavor may be altered.
• Food cooked in other appliances can be transferred to the slow cooker to keep
warm.
• Slow cooking is a great way to prepare a nutritious hot meal with minimum
preparation time.
• Less tender and cheaper cuts of meat are more ideal for slow cooking than
more expensive cuts.
•Slow cooking retains moisture. If you wish to reduce moisture in the cooker,
remove the lid after cooking and turn the control to high, and simmer for 30-45
minutes.
• The lid is not a sealed fit. Do not remove unnecessarily as the built up heat will
escape. Each time you remove the lid, add an additional 10 minutes to the cook-
ing time.
• When cooking soups, leave 5 cm of space between the top of the pot and the
food surface to allow space to simmer.
• Most meat and vegetable recipes require 8-10 hours on low, 4-6 hours on high
and 5-7 hours on medium.
• Some ingredients are not suitable for slow cooking. Pasta, seafood, milk, and
cream should be added towards the end of the cooking time. Many things can
aect how quickly a recipe will look: water and fat content, intial temperature of
the food and the size of the food.
• Food cut into small pieces will cook faster. Use trial and error to fully optimize
the potential of your slow cooker.
• Meat will not brown during the cooking process. Browning fatty meats will
reduce the amount of fat and help preserve color while adding rich flavor. Heat a
small amount of oil in a skillet and brown meats prior to putting into the stone-
ware pot.
• Whole herbs and spices flavor better in slow cooker than crushed or ground.
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• When cooking in a slow cooker, liquids don’t boil as much as they do in conven-
tional cooking. Reduce the amount of liquid in any recipe not designed for a slow
cooker. Exceptions to this rule include rice and soups. Liquids can always be
added later if necessary. If there is too much liquid, program the cooker to high
for 45 minutes. Check every 15 minutes and after about 30-45 minutes the liquid
should be reduced.
• Vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and turnips will require longer cooking
time than meats. Be sure to place them on the bottom of the slow cooker and
cover them in liquid.
Tips for Slow Cooking
• Trim excess fat from meat before cooking, since slow cooking does not allow fat
to evaporate.
• Never leave uncooked food at room temperature in the slow cooker.
• Do not use the slow cooker to reheat food.
• Insert a meat thermometer into joints of roasts, hams, or whole chickens to
ensure they are cooked to the desired temperature.
• Do not put the ceramic pot or glass lid in an oven, freezer, microwave, or on a
gas/electrical hob.
• Do not subject the ceramic pot to sudden changes in temperature. Adding cold
water to a very hot pot could cause it to crack.
• Do not allow the pot to stand in water for a long time.
• There is an area on the base of the pot that has to remain unglazed for manufac-
turing purposes. This area is porous, therefore do not allow it to sit in water for
long periods of time.
• Do not turn on the slow cooker while the ceramic pot is empty or not on the
base.
Slow Cooker Cooking Chart
Always make sure the slow cooker is turned o before cleaning.
• The ceramic insert can be cleaned in a dishwasher, or by hand. To remove any
foods that have been cooked onto the bottom of the pot, simply soak overnight in
soapy water and rinse the next day.
• Do not place hot or warm ceramic insert into cold water or it may result in
cracking.
• The exterior should be wiped with a damp cloth and then dried. Do not use
abrasive cleaners to clean any part of the slow cooker, as it will damage the
surfaces.
• Do not use the stoneware pot to store food in refrigerator, and then reheat in
the base unit. The cold may crack the pot.
• Do not use the stoneware pot or lid if it is cracked or chipped.
Warning: Never submerge the base unit or cord into water or other liquid, as this
may damage the slow cooker.
• Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing.
• Store in a clean, dry place. Never store the slow cooker while it is still hot or wet.
• To store, place the pot inside the base unit and the lid over the pot. To protect
the lid, it may be wrapped with a cloth and placed upside down over the pot.
• Keep the cord loosely coiled. Never wrap cord tightly around the appliance.
Food
Beef roast
Beef brisket
Turkey breast
3 lbs.
4-5 lbs.
6-7 lbs.
3-4 hours
8 hours
6-7 hours
1.5 hours
6 hours
3-4 hours
Whole chicken
Chicken pieces, bone-in
Fully cooked ham
4-6 lbs.
3-4 lbs.
7.5 lbs.
6 hours
4-5 hours
4-5 hours
4 hours
1.5 hours
3 hours
Pork tenderloin
Pork roast
Pork chops
2-3 lbs.
4-5 lbs.
2-3 lbs.
2-3 hours
4-5 hours
5 hours
1.5-2 hours
2-2.5 hours
2-3 hours
Weight LOW/Timer (hours) HIGH/Timer (hours)
Please note: The USDA recommends that meats such as beef and lamb be cooked to an internal
temperature of 145˚F. Pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160˚F and poultry
products should be cooked to an internal temperature of 170˚F - 180˚F to be sure any harmful
bacteria has been killed. When reheating meat and poultry, they should also be cooked to an
internal temperature of 165˚F.