Dried Beans and Pulses
If time permits, overnight soaking of dried beans and pulses is preferable, but not absolutely necessary. After soaking, drain and place in the Slow Cooker and cover with sufficient water to reach double their volume. Cook beans or pulses on the HIGH setting for
Maintaining your Slow Cooker
Always turn your Slow Cooker ‘off’, then switch off at the power outlet and then unplug. Allow the unit to cool down before cleaning.
Ensure that the unit is always unplugged from the power outlet when not in use.
Remove the crockery pot and glass lid and wash in warm, soapy water, using a mild detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
To soften stubborn, cooked on foods fill the crockery pot with warm, soapy water and allow to soak. Remove by lightly scrubbing with a nylon kitchen brush.
The crockery pot and glass lid can also be washed in the dishwasher. However care should be taken not to chip or crack the crockery pot or lid.
The body of the unit should be wiped over with a damp sponge or cloth, which has been dipped in warm soapy water. DO NOT immerse in water.
WARNING: NEVER IMMERSE THE BODY OF THE UNIT, CORD OR PLUG IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID AS THIS MAY CAUSE ELECTROCUTION.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool or scouring pads as theses can damage the surface of the slow cooker.
When storing your Slow Cooker, loosely coil the cord, don’t wrap the cord around the unit.
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