Use and Care Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
The Elite Brand takes consumer safety very seriously. Products are designed and
manufactured with our valued consumers' safety in mind. Additionally, we ask that you
exercise a level of caution when using any electrical appliance by following all
instructions and important safeguards.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s Manual before
operating or cleaning this appliance.
2. To protect against the risk of electrical shock do not put base in water or in any
other liquid.
3. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water, unplug it from the
wall outlet immediately. Do not reach into the water!
4. Close supervision is necessary when appliance is used near children.
5. NEVER ALLOW A CHILD TO USE THIS PRODUCT.
6. To disconnect, turn any control to “OFF”, then remove plug from wall outlet when
not in use, prior to cleaning or before putting on or taking off attachments.
7. The use of attachments or tools not recommended by supplier may cause fire,
electric shock or injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. DO NOT let the power cord hang over the edge of the table or work-top, and keep it
away from any hot surfaces.
10. 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, dishtowels or other flammable materials.
11. KEEP YOUR APPLIANCE AWAY FROM ANY HOT PLATES, BURNERS AND HEATED
OVENS.
12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food,
water, or other hot liquids.
13. Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.
14. Do not switch on the cooker if the ceramic pot is empty.
15. Allow lid and ceramic pot to cool before submersing in water or cleaning.
16. 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 a
cloth when removing lid or handling contents.
17. Never cook directly in the base unit. Always use the ceramic pot.
18. Do not use ceramic pot or glass lid if cracked or chipped.
19. Never leave the appliance connected to the wall outlet when not in use.
20. Do not switch on the appliance when it is upside down or on its side.
21. The glass lid and ceramic pot are fragile. Handle them with care.
22. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the
nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
23. NEVER leave this appliance unattended during use.
24. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug the cord.
Do not use or attempt to repair a malfunctioning appliance!
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