User Manual

8. When cooking time is complete, the slow cooker will automatically shift to the WARM setting and
the WARM light illuminates.
9. Press the Mode button until Warm is selected. The slow cooker will warm by default for 4 hours.
After 4 hours the slow cooker will automatically turn off. The WARM function can be
programmed in half hour (30 minutes) increments from 30 minutes up to 20 hours,
10. Using oven mitts, carefully remove the glass lid by grasping the lid knob and lifting the lid
slightly away from you. This will allow the steam to escape before removing the lid.
11. Allow a few seconds for all the steam to escape.Inspect and test food for doneness and adjust
seasoning if needed. Using oven mitts, remove the pot from the base unit.
12. Unplug from electrical outlet.
13. Even when off and unplugged, the slow cooker remains hot for some time after using; allow
unit to cool before cleaning or storing.
14. Press the Power button at any time to turn the slow cooker off.
HINTS FOR SLOW COOKING
1. Meats will not brown during the cooking process. If you desire browning, heat a small
amount of oil in a skillet and brown meats prior to placing into the stoneware liner.
2. Whole herbs and spices flavor better in slow cooking than crushed.
3. When cooking in a Slow Cooker, remember that liquids do not boil away like they do in conventional
cooking. Reduce the amount of liquid in any recipe that is not designed for a Slow Cooker.
4. The exceptions to this rule would be rice and soups. Remember, liquids can always be added at
a later time if necessary. If a recipe results in too much liquid at the end of the cooking time,
remove the glass lid and press the MODE button to select the high program. After about 30-45
minutes the amount of liquid will be reduced.
5. Most recipes that call for uncooked meat and vegetables require about 6-8 hours on LOW
temperature.
6. High fat meats can result in dishes with less flavor. Pre-cooking or browning will help reduce
the fat and preserve the color. The higher the fat content, the less liquid needed. If cooking
meat with a high fat content, use thick onion slices under it so that the meat will not sit and
cook in the fat. If necessary, use a slice of bread, a straining spoon to skim off excess fat
from top of foods before serving.