Salton MC1353 User manual

Instruction Booklet
Model MC1353
8-in-1 multi-cooker
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed:
1. Read all instructions.
2. DO NOT touch hot surfaces, including the exterior and lid. Use
handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs, or
the appliance in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
5. 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 the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the
appliance.
7. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner.
Return appliance to Salton for examination, repair or adjustment. All
servicing, other than cleaning, should be performed by an authorized
service representative. See Warranty.
8. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Salton
may cause re, electric shock or injury.
9. DO NOT use outdoors.
10. DO NOT use appliance for other than intended use.
11. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
12. DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
13. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
14. Always attach plug to appliance rst, then plug cord into the wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to ‘OFF’, then remove plug
from wall outlet.
15. Always use in a well ventilated area.
16. Ensure that there are no ammable objects covering or close to the
appliance including curtains, draperies, walls and the like, when in
operation.
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17. To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in the removable
cooking pot.
18. Hot oil can cause very serious burns. The appliance is hot during
operation and retains heat for some time after being switched off.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Never move the appliance during use.
19. Unplug the appliance from the power outlet after use, before lling
and emptying oil and before cleaning.
20. Damp food should be dried rst. Remove any loose ice from frozen
food. Lower the basket with food gently into the oil. Beware of oil
spattering when food is put into the oil.
21. After cooking, use extreme caution when removing the lid. Serious
burns can result from steam inside the unit.
22. Using attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer
may cause hazards.
23. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse plug, cord or
housing in water or any other liquid.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will t in a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician. Do not modify the
plug in any way
SAFETY RELEASE POWER CORD
The Safety Release power cord attaches to the appliance with a
magnetic connector. This magnetic connector will detach from the
appliance if the cord is pulled on accidentally. DO NOT allow the cord
to hang over the edge of the counter. DO NOT use this appliance with
an extension cord.
The magnetic end ts into the socket of the multi cooker in only one
direction. Always attach the magnetic end of the cord directly to
the multi cooker socket prior to plugging into a wall outlet. When
disconnecting, always remove the plug from the wall outlet rst.
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Should the magnetic end become detached from the appliance during
use, it is important to:
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet
2. Turn off the appliance at the temperature knob or control panel
3. Reattach the power cord to the appliance
4. Reconnect to the wall outlet
5. Turn the appliance back on
If the magnetic power cord becomes damaged in any way, contact
Salton Canada at the address listed at the back of this booklet for a
replacement. DO NOT attempt to permanently attach the power cord to
this appliance. DO NOT use any other power cord on this appliance.
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
1. Housing/Base
2. Control Dial
3. Indicator Light
4. Holes for
Cooking Pot Prongs
5. Cooking Pot
6. Cooking Pot Prongs
7. Cover
8. Fry Basket
9. Fry Basket
Support Bracket
10. Removable
Fry Basket Handle
11. Fry Basket
Handle Bracket
12. Steaming Rack
13. Fondue Forks (6)
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BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Remove all packing materials.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Remove the Styrofoam located under the
Cooking Pot.
2. Wash all removable parts in warm soapy water, including the Cooking
Pot, Fry Basket and Handle, Steaming Rack and Fondue Forks.
Rinse and dry thoroughly. NEVER IMMERSE THE HOUSING/BASE
IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID. WIPE WITH A DAMP CLOTH.
NOTE: When using the appliance for the rst time you may notice a
slight odour due to the burning off of manufacturing oils and residue.
This is completely normal and will disappear after the rst few uses.
Assembling the Basket Handle
Ensure that the handle of the Frying Basket has been correctly attached.
1. Place the Handle so that it is upside down inside of the Fryer Basket
with the wire ends pointing to the Fry Basket Handle Bracket (on the
top inside of the Basket)
2. Press the ends of the wire handle together at the free end of the
handle. Insert the ends into the two small wire holes inside the
basket. (DO NOT insert the wire ends of the Handle through the
Bracket at the top edge of the Frying Basket)
3. Once the Handle is inserted into the holes, ip the Handle up so that
it locks into position over the Fry Basket Handle Bracket at the top of
the Frying Basket. This locks the Handle onto the Basket (the Handle
should now be right side up). Pick up the Basket and gently shake it
so you can be sure that the Handle is locked in position before frying.
HOW TO USE
1. Insert the Cooking Pot so that the Cooking Pot Prongs t into the
holes in the metal plate at the bottom of the Housing. The 3 Prong
section ts at the back of the Housing. NOTE: Ensure that you have
removed the Styrofoam underneath the Cooking Pot.
2. With the Control Dial in the OFF position, attach the magnetic end of
the power cord to the unit and plug the into the wall outlet.
3. Only use wooden or heat proof plastic utensils to prevent damage
to the Cooking Pot’s non-stick surface. Use metal utensils when
Shallow Frying being careful not to touch the non-stick coating.
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4. Use the Guide below and set the Control Dial to the temperature that
corresponds to the function you would like to use. The Indicator Light
will come on. Once the appliance has reached the preset temperature
the indicator light will go out and is ready to use.
Keep Warm (175°F)
Slow Cook (185°F)
Fondue – Cheese (200°F)
Boil (200-225°F)
Sauté (300° - 350°F)
Roast (350°F)
Steam (200-225°F)
Stir Fry (400°F)
Shallow Fry (375°F)
NOTE: this is only a guide and the temperature should be adjusted
depending on food temperature, size, etc.
5. When cooking is nished turn the Control Dial to the OFF position and
unplug the appliance from the wall outlet.
6. Allow the appliance to cool completely before cleaning.
Keep Warm
This appliance is perfect for entertaining. The Cooking Pot can hold up
to 5 litres/quarts of food.
1. Turn the Control Dial to 175°F and place the glass lid on the unit.
2. When the indicator light goes out, add hot food to be kept warm.
3. Stir contents occasionally to keep the temperature consistent.
Slow Cook
1. Turn the Control Dial to approximately 185°F if you want to cook your
food all day. This temperature is the typical low setting on a slow
cooker.
Turn the Control Dial to 225°F to cook food approximately 4 hours.
This temperature is typical to the high setting on a slow cooker.
2. Place food and liquid in the Cooking Pot. To retain heat and moisture
during the cooking process, do not lift the Cover.
NOTE:
- Always allow plenty of time for cooking.
- Cut excess fat from meat before cooking. Brown meat to add
additional avour before slow cooking.
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- Some vegetables, such as carrots, turnips and celery take longer to
cook than some meats. Check your recipe before slow cooking.
- Products that are branded as ‘light’ and seafood, sh rice and pasta
cook quickly. They should be added toward the end of the cooking
time.
- Keep in mind that many things affect the cooking time, including the
temperature of the food when placed in the cooker, size of the food,
etc. Take this into consideration when you are planning your recipe.
Fondue
This appliance is perfect for Cheese Fondue. Do not make chocolate
fondue as the lowest temperature is too high for chocolate.
1. Turn the Control Dial to 200°F or to the temperature in your fondue
recipe.
Boil
1. Fill the Cooking Pot 2/3 full with water. Cover.
2. Turn the Control Dial to 400°F until water starts to boil.
3. Depending on the type of food you are cooking either add directly into
the boiling water or place in the Basket and then into the water. Water
should cover the food at all times.
4. When water comes to a boil again turn to between 200°F & 225°F.
Turn down lower if necessary so water does not boil over.
Steam
1. Place 2 cups (500ml) of water in the Cooking Pot.
2. Place the Steaming Rack on the Cooking Pot so that the Steaming
Rack is lower than the top edge of the Cooking Pot and is
approximately 1” (2.5cm) above the water.
3. Place food on the rack.
4. Place Cover on Cooker.
5. Turn the Control Dial to 400°F until the water starts to boil. Turn
down, if necessary to a minimum of 212°F so water continues to boil
and create steam.
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Sauté
1. Always pat meat dry with a paper towel before you sauté, to avoid
splatter.
2. Turn the temperature dial to 300-350°F.
3. Add a few tablespoons of oil to the cooking pot, depending on the
amount of food to sauté. Heat the oil.
4. Once the oil is hot, add food.
5. Do not completely ll the base of the Cooking Pot. This will reduce
the temperature too quickly and will not sauté properly. Cook in
batches to keep the correct temperature.
Roast
1. Food can be browned rst before roasting to add avour. Follow the
instructions in the Sautéing section above.
2. Fill the Cooking Pot with your ingredients.
3. Turn the Control Dial to your desired temperature, 350°F or above.
4. Follow the directions in your recipe.
Stir Fry
1. Prepare the food so it is ready to cook.
2. Turn the Control Dial to 400°F.
3. Add approximately 2 – 3 tablespoons (30 – 45ml) of oil to the Cooking
Pot. Never use butter or margarine as the smoking temperature is too
low. A good quality peanut of vegetable oil is preferable.
4. Allow the oil to heat.
5. If your recipe includes meat, cook this rst. Stir with a wooden spoon
or spatula when cooking. When cooked, remove to a warmed plate.
6. Add vegetables and cook until the desired doneness.
NOTE: Add vegetables that take longer to cook rst, then add
remaining ingredients.
7. Add meat back to the cooking pot.
8. Follow your recipe for sauces, etc.
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Shallow Fry
1. Add a good quality peanut, soya or other high quality vegetable oil to
the Cooking Pot. IMPORTANT: DO NOT EXCEED THE “OIL MAX”
FILL LINE INSIDE THE COOKING POT.
2. Turn the Control Dial to 375°F.
3. Place the Cover on the Base.
4. Preheat the oil until the red indicator light goes out. Remove the Cover.
5. Assemble the Fry Basket. (See the Section “Assembling the Basket
Handle”)
6. Place food in the Fry Basket. Food must be immersed in the oil. DO
NOT exceed one layer of food for best results.
7. When food is cooked hook the Basket onto the side of the Cooking
Pot to allow food to drain for a few seconds. NOTE: If it is left too
long, it will lose its crispness.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
•DO NOT EXCEED THE “OIL MAX” FILL LINE INSIDE THE
COOKING POT.
• DO NOT mix different types of oil.
• When frying, oil may take the avour of foods that are being fried. Fry
foods with stronger avours, such as sh, last.
• Fry foods of similar sizes at one time to prevent some of the food from
being under or over cooked.
• When frying potato based foods, cut then wash in cold water to remove
the starch. This will prevent them from sticking when frying. Dry food
thoroughly.
• Multi-Cooker needs to be completely cool before removing oil and
cleaning.
• Oil can be reused providing that it is properly strained through a
cheesecloth or strainer. Place in a container with a tightly sealed lid
and place where it is not exposed to light. Oil can also be refrigerated.
• Oil must be changed after 10 batches. If frying seafood it must
be discarded. NOTE: If oil is dirty it can overheat at a much lower
temperature.
• Replace oil if it changes colour, smells rancid, smokes when heated or
starts to foam.
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CARE AND CLEANING
1. Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet. Disconnect the power cord
from the appliance.
2. Allow the unit to cool completely. DO NOT move or carry the appliance
while it is still hot. NOTE: If the appliance was used for Shallow Frying
the oil will retain its temperature for a long time after use. Do not
attempt to empty the Cooking Pot until the oil has cooled completely.
3. Empty remaining food and liquid from the Cooking Pot.
4. Wash the Fry Basket, Cooking Pot, Fondue Forks, Cover and Rack
with warm soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleansers or steel wool
as this may damage the non-stick surface of the Cooking Pot. The
Cover and Cooking Pot are also dishwasher safe.
5. NEVER immerse the Housing/Base in water or any other liquid. Wipe
clean with a damp cloth or sponge. Dry all parts thoroughly.
RECIPES
A few recipes have been added below for your convenience. Most
recipes that are traditionally cooked in a slow cooker, in the oven, on a
conventional stove etc. can also be cooked in the Multi Cooker.
Chili
2 lbs. (900 g) ground beef
2 cans kidney beans, washed and drained
1 large can tomatoes, drained
2 large onions, diced
1 large green pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp. (30 ml) chili powder
1 tsp. (5 ml) cumin powder
1 tsp. (5 ml) pepper
1/2 tsp (3 ml) salt
• Set the temperature to 375°F and brown the ground beef in the
cooking pot.
• Drain off the fat.
• Add all ingredients into the cooking pot and stir.
• Cover and cook on 185°F for 9 - 10 hours.
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