Warranty

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BEFORE USING
Solid surface countertops can be easily scratched, cracked, scorched, or damaged, especially
when exposed to heat. To prevent damage, the following precautions should be observed
when using this product:
• Always use a trivet under heat generating sources such as Slow Cookers.
• Do not place hot pans, pots, ceramic or stoneware inserts, etc. directly on the countertop
surface.
• Slow Cooker stoneware inserts have a rough bottom. To avoid scratching surfaces,
always place the stoneware insert on a heat resistant placemat or trivet.
1. Carefully unpack the slow cooker.
2. Wash stoneware inserts and glass lids in warm soapy water. Rinse well and dry
thoroughly.
3. Wipe interior and exterior surfaces of the base with a soft, moist cloth to remove dust
particles collected during packing and handling. NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE, CORD
OR PLUG IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
4. Slow Cooker should be operated before initial use. After cleaning unit, place cooking
pots inside the base. Pour 2 cups of water into the stoneware inserts and cover with lids.
Plug slow cooker into electrical wall outlet and turn to HIGH setting. Allow to operate
approximately 20 minutes.
5. After 20 minutes, switch OFF and unplug. Allow unit to cool. Remove stoneware inserts,
and discard water. Rinse the stoneware inserts, dry thoroughly and replace them in the
base.
STONEWARE INSERTS
Like any ceramic, the stoneware inserts may crack or break if not properly handled.
Failure to follow these instructions can cause breakage resulting in injury or property damage.
• All stoneware is breakable. Handle with care.
• ALWAYS USE POTHOLDERS WHEN HANDLING HOT COOKWARE.
• DO NOT place hot cookware on counter. Use protective trivet.
• DO NOT place stoneware base on any range top burner, under a broiler, microwave
browning element, or in a toaster oven.
• DO NOT strike utensils against rim to dislodge food.
• DO NOT use stoneware inserts to pop corn, caramelize sugar, or make candy.
• 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 inserts for reheating foods or for general food storage.
• Always place foods into the insert when it is at room temperature; then place insert into
base before turning it on.
• DO NOT preheat base before adding insert. NEVER heat the insert or base when it is
empty.
USE: The stoneware inserts can be used in conventional, convection and microwave ovens,
in the refrigerator and in the dishwasher. They should be used in these applications without
the glass lids.
CARE: Use only wooden, nylon, or plastic utensils. Metal utensils can scratch or leave gray
marks. Stoneware inserts can be washed by hand or in a dishwasher. Load carefully to avoid
stoneware-to-stoneware contact and bumping against other items during cycle.
DO NOT allow stoneware inserts to soak/stand in water for an extended period of time.
Applied heat after soaking may cause glaze crazing. If scouring is necessary, use only plastic