Slow cookers have very little evapora- tion. If making your favorite soup, stew, or sauce, reduce the liquid or water called for in the original recipe. If too thick, liquids can be added later.
If cooking a
Handling the Slow Cooker
The Handles and Control Knob on the Base of the slow cooker are cool to the touch. Other areas, such as the Base of the slow cooker, are warm but will not burn you if casually touched. The Crock, Cover and interior metal surface of the Base are hot.
The sides of the Base of the slow cooker get warm because the heating elements are located here. Use the handles on the Base if necessary.
Use hot mitts to remove the Crock or let the Crock cool before removing it from the Base.
When removing the Cover, tilt so that the opening faces away from you to avoid being burned by steam.
Crock and Glass Cover Precautions and Information
•Please handle the Crock and Cover carefully to ensure long life.
•Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes. For example, do not place a hot Cover or Crock into cold water, or onto a wet surface.
•Avoid hitting the Crock and Cover against the faucet or other hard surfaces.
•Do not use Crock or Cover if chipped, cracked, or severely scratched.
•Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads.
•The bottom of the Crock is very rough and can damage the countertop. Always place Crock on a mat or trivet to protect countertop. Use caution.
•The Crock and the Cover can become very hot. Use caution. Do not place directly on any unprotected surface or countertop.
•The Crock is microwave safe, dishwasher safe, and oven proof, but never heat the Crock when empty. Never place the Crock on a burner or stove top.
•Do not place the Cover in a microwave oven, conventional oven, or on the stove top.
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