Use and Care Manual

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DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or any object that will scratch the cookware
or accessories.
DO NOT use or repair any item that is chipped, cracked, or broken. Bottom of product may
be rough. To avoid scratching surfaces, place on placemat, tablecloth, or trivet.
DO NOT use cooking pot for reheating foods or for general food storage.
Always place foods into the cooking pot when it is at room temperature; then place pot into
base before turning it on.
Ingredients for a particular dish may be prepared in advance and stored in cooking pot in
the refrigerator until ready to cook. DO NOT preheat base before adding pot. NEVER heat
the cooking pot when it is empty.
HOW TO USE YOUR SLOW COOKER
Using a slow cooker is easy but different from conventional cooking. To help you, this
manual contains many helpful hints for successful slow cooking. Many more slow cooker
recipes books are available in libraries and bookstores. Keep these materials handy
whether preparing your favorite recipes or trying something new.
A general rule of thumb for most slow cooker meat-and-vegetable combos is:
Cooking Time in Recipes: Recommended Temperature Setting:
8-10 hours LOW
4-6 hours HIGH
Other favorite recipes may be adapted to the slow cooker. All times listed in the following
chart are approximate and should serve only as cooking guidelines.
Regular Cooking Slow Cooker Cooking Times
Time LOW HIGH
30 minutes 6-8 hrs. 3-4 hrs.
35-60 minutes 8-10 hrs. 5-6 hrs.
1-3 hours 10-12 hrs. 7-8 hrs.
1. Place the stoneware into the heating base, add your ingredients to the stoneware,
and cover with the lid.
2. Plug in your slow cooker and select the temperature setting from the three setting
options. Low is recommended for slow "all-day" cooking. One hour on High is
equivalent to approximately 1½ to 2 hours on Low. Refer to your specific recipe for
more precise cook times. Warm is ONLY for keeping already cooked food at the
perfect serving temperature until you are ready to eat. DO NOT cook on the Warm
setting.