HOW TO USE YOUR SMART-POT® SLOW COOKER
1.Place the stoneware into the heating base, add your ingredients to the stoneware, and cover with the lid.
2.Plug in your
3.Press the COOK TIME button to select a programmed time and temperature. Cook time options include 4 or 6 hours on HIGH, or 8 or 10 hours on LOW. The corresponding light illuminates, the slow cooker heats, and the internal timer starts counting down the time.
NOTE: WARM is ONLY for keeping already cooked food at the perfect serving temperature until you are ready to eat. DO NOT cook on the WARM setting.
4.When the cooking time has completed, the
NOTE: We do not recommend using the WARM setting for more than 4 hours.
5.To turn the
USAGE NOTES:
•If there is a power outage, when the power is restored the display and lights blink. All slow cooker settings have been cleared and must be reset. However, the food may be unsafe to eat. If you are unaware of how long the power was out, we suggest you discard the food.
•For recipes that require a range of times, select the time closest to the setting on your
•To avoid over- or
•Do not overfill stoneware. To prevent spillover, do not fill stoneware higher than ¾ full.
HOW TO USE YOUR SMART-POT® SLOW COOKER (CONT.)
•Always cook, with the lid on, for the recommended time. Do not remove the lid during the first two hours of cooking, to allow the heat to build up efficiently.
•Always wear oven mitts when handling the lid or stoneware.
•Unplug when cooking is done and before cleaning.
•Removable stoneware is ovenproof and microwave safe. Do not use removable stoneware on gas or electric burner or under broiler. Refer to chart below.
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Lid | Yes | No | No | No | |
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Stoneware | Yes | Yes, but not | Yes | No | |
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HOW TO CLEAN YOUR SLOW COOKER
•ALWAYS turn your slow cooker off, unplug it from the electrical outlet, and allow it to cool before cleaning.
•The lid and stoneware can be washed in the dishwasher or with hot, soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaning compounds or scouring pads. A cloth, sponge, or rubber spatula will usually remove residue. To remove water spots and other stains, use a
•As with any fine ceramic, the stoneware and lid will not withstand sudden temperature changes. Do not wash the stoneware or lid with cold water when they are hot.
•The outside of the heating base may be cleaned with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water. Wipe dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners. CAUTION: Never immerse the heating base in water or other liquid.
•No other servicing should be performed.
