Keep Warm setting only to keep hot, cooked food warm for serving. Avoid removing cover when slow cooking as cooking time will be increased due to loss of heat. Remove cover only when needed to stir occasionally or when adding ingredients. Always lift the cover slowly, directing the steam away from you.
5.After the food is cooked, reduce the heat to “Keep Warm” for serving or turn control to “OFF.” Unplug the cord from the electric outlet after use. Allow the appliance to cool completely before cleaning.
•Some smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due to the release of manufacturing oils – this is normal.
•Some expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and cooling – this is normal.
CLEANING YOUR CROCKERY COOKER
•Allow the entire unit (base, cooking vessel and cover) to cool before cleaning. Set cooking vessel and cover on dry,
Do not run cold water over hot cooking vessel or cover, as they may crack if cooled suddenly.
1.Wipe the heating base and cord with a damp cloth after it has been unplugged and the base is cool.
2.Cooking vessel and cover may be washed using warm soapy water by hand or cleaned in the dishwasher. Avoid contact between pieces to prevent damage.
3.Use a
CROCKERY COOKING TIPS
•Stir foods occasionally to reduce sticking to sides of cooking vessel.
•Use only plastic, rubber, and wooden or
•Foods will be brought to a simmer at all cooking settings. The setting determines the time needed to reach a simmer.
•If the cooking vessel is filled less then half full, suggested cooking times should be reduced.
•Less tender, less expensive cuts of meat are better suited to slow cooking then expensive cuts of meat. Remove excess fat from meat when possible before slow cooking. Remove skin from poultry, if desired, before cooking.
•Raw vegetables take longer to cook than meats as the liquid simmers rather than boils. Cut vegetables into uniform,
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