HOW TO USE

Using a Slow Cooker is easy but different from conventional cooking. Follow the recommended guidelines in this book. Times listed in each recipe are approximate and should serve only as guidelines.

1.Follow the recipe by filling the Bowl with food and ingredients. Place the Bowl into the Base, cover it with the Lid, and plug the unit in.

2.Turn the Control Dial to Auto or High and note the time the Cooker started.

3.Be sure to turn the Control Dial to Off after cooking.

CLEANING & STORAGE

1.Unplug the unit and allow it to cool before cleaning.

2.Wash the Stoneware Bowl and Lid in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry. If food sticks to the surface, fill the Bowl with warm, soapy water and let it soak for a while before cleaning. Do not submerge the Stoneware Bowl or let it sit in standing water as it may absorb water through the unglazed bottom. Absorbed water can lead to uneven temperatures when heated and potential cracking.

3.If scouring is necessary, use a nylon pad or brush with liquid detergent or non-abrasive cleanser on the Bowl. Both the Bowl and Lid are also dishwasher-safe.

4.Wipe the Base with a soft, damp cloth or sponge. NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE IN WATER.

5.Be sure all parts are clean, cool, and dry before storing. Store the unit in a clean, dry place. Use the cord wrap at the bottom of the Base to store the cord.

HELPFUL HINTS

1.Be sure to follow proper food safety practices when using this slow cooker.

2.The slow cooker should always be at least 12 full for best cooking results. It should never be more than about 34 full (18 cups total), or about 114-inches from the top rim.

3.Never store foods to be cooked the next day in the Stoneware Bowl in the refrigerator overnight. It will take too long to heat the Bowl up, prior to the food starting to cook.

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Black & Decker MGD600 owner manual HOW to USE, Cleaning & Storage, Helpful Hints