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1. USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance contains no user serviceable parts Do not try to repair it yourself Refer it to qualified service personnel if servicing is needed Always unplug unit and allow to cool before cleaning 1 Always unplug unit and allow to cool before cleaning 2 Always handle cooking pot carefully Avoid hitting pot against faucet or other hard surfaces 3 Do not touch sides of slow cooker base while food is cooking Always use handles on the base Use potholders or oven mitts to lift the cooking pot TO CLEAN This appliance should be cleaned after every use After unit has been allowed to cool wash cooking pot and cover in warm soapy water Rinse well and dry If food sticks to the surface of the cooking pot fill the pot with warm soapy water and allow it to sit for a few hours before cleaning Wipe interior and exterior surfaces of the slow cooker with a soft slightly damp cloth or sponge Never immerse the base in water Never use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads to clean the cooking pot or slow cooker body as these can damage the surfaces 13 DISHWASHER CLEANING Stoneware cooking pot may be cleaned in a dishwasher To prevent damage position it in rack so that it will not hit other items during cleaning SPECIAL CLEANING If cooking pot becomes stained clean with a non abrasive cleanser or apply a paste of baking soda with a soft cloth To remove water spots or mineral deposits wipe with distilled whi2. Cooker will automatically turn OFF The display will turn blank NOTE Press the STOP button at any time to turn the Programmable Slow Cooker OFF 11 CAUTION The slow cooker body will get very hot during cooking This is Figure 3 where the heating elements are located When moving the Programmable Slow Cooker grasp the unit by the slow cooker handles use pot holders or oven mitts see Figure 3 Even when turned OFF and unplugged the Programmable Slow Cooker body remains hot for some time after using set aside and allow unit to cool before cleaning or storing 13 Unplug from electrical outlet Allow to cool completely before cleaning see Cleaning Instructions HINTS FOR SLOW COOKING 12 Less tender cheaper cuts of meat are better candidates for slow cooking than more expensive varieties Meats will not brown during the cooking process Browning fatty meats will reduce the amount of fat and help to preserve color while adding richer flavor Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet and brown meats prior to putting into the stoneware pot Whole herbs and spices flavor better in slow cooking than crushed or ground When cooking in a Slow Cooker remember that liquids do not boil away like they do in conventional cooking Reduce the amount of liquid in any recipe that is not designed for a Slow Cooker The exceptions to this rule would be rice and soups Remember liquids can always be added at a later time if necessary If a
3. This appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other To reduce the risk of electric shock this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician Do not modify the plug in any way NOTES ON THE CORD The provided short power supply cord or detachable power supply cord should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Do not use an extension cord with this product PLASTICIZER WARNING CAUTION To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the finish of the counter top or table top or other furniture place NON PLASTIC coasters or place mats between the appliance and the finish of the counter top or table top Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear ELECTRIC POWER If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances your appliance may not operate properly It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SLOW COOKER Product may vary slightly from illustration 1 1 Lid Knob 2 2 Lid Lock Bracket 3 Tempered Glass Lid 3 4 Stoneware Pot Handles 5 Stoneware Pot 4 6 Slow Cooker Handles 7 Lid Lock 8 Time Display Screen 5 9 Power Button 10 MODE Button 11 UP DOWN TIME Arrows 12 Polished sta
4. recipe results in too much liquid at the end of the cooking time remove the cover and continue to cook HIGH for 1 hour 1 00 Check every 15 minutes until the amount of liquid is reduced Turn the slow cooker to OFF when the desired consistency is achieved Most recipes that call for uncooked meat and vegetables require about 6 8 hours on LOW temperature The higher the fat content the less liquid needed If cooking meat with a high fat content use thick onion slices under it so that the meat will not sit and cook in the fat If necessary use a slice of bread a spoon or a straining spoon to skim off excess fat from top of foods before serving Foods cut into uniform pieces will cook faster and more evenly than foods left whole such as roast or poultry e Always use a meat thermometer to determine if meats have been cooked to proper temperature e Root vegetables such as carrots potatoes turnips and beets require longer cooking time than many meats Place them on the bottom of the Slow Cooker and cover with liquid Check to see they are fork tender when meat temperature is reached Remove meat and continue cooking vegetables if necessary e Add fresh dairy products milk sour cream or yogurt prior to serving Evaporated milk or condensed creamed soups may be added at the start of cooking e Rice noodles and pasta are not recommended for long cooking periods Cook them separately and then add to the Slow Cooker during the last 30 minutes
5. slow cooker to spill and possibly cause burns or injuries Do not place on or near a hot gas electrical burner or in a heated oven as these actions could cause this appliance to melt Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food water or other hot liquids to reduce the risk of burns or injury to hands and limbs Lift and open the cover carefully to avoid scalding and to allow hot condensation to drip back into the unit 13 To disconnect press the POWER button then remove plug from wall outlet 14 The stoneware pot is designed for use with this appliance only It must never be used on a range top stovetop hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven as it will crack and can cause burns if there are hot liquids or food inside Do not set a hot stoneware pot on a wet or cold surface as it will crack Do not use a cracked stoneware pot 15 This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY It may be plugged into an AC electrical outlet ordinary household current Do not use any other electrical outlet as it will cause an electric shock 16 Do not use appliance for other than intended use i Avoid sudden temperature changes such as adding refrigerated foods into a heated pot as the pot will crack To reduce the risk of electrical shock cook only in removable stoneware pot provided SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION HOT SURFACES This appliance gene
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7. d To prevent damage handle with care WARNING Failure to follow these instructions can cause breakage resulting in injury or property damage e ALWAYS USE POTHOLDERS OR OVEN MITTS WHEN HANDLING HOT STONEWARE AS IT WILL CAUSE BURNS TO HANDS AND LIMBS e DO NOT place hot stoneware pot on counter top as it wil stain or burn the countertop Use a protective trivet e DO NOT place stoneware pot on any range top burner under a broiler microwave browning element or in a toaster oven or in a heated oven as it will crack the stoneware pot e DO NOT strike utensils against rim of stoneware pot to dislodge food as it will scratch the stoneware e DO NOT use stoneware pot to pop corn caramelize sugar or make candy DO NOT use abrasive cleaners scouring pads or any object that will scratch the cookware or accessories DO NOT use or repair any pot or lid that is chipped cracked or broken DO NOT use stoneware pot for reheating foods or for general food storage Always place foods into the stoneware pot at room temperature then place pot into the base unit before turning unit ON NEVER heat the stoneware pot when it is empty as it will crack the pot GLASSWARE CARE WARNING To prevent cracking or breaking of the glass cover which may cause personal injury cover should be treated with special care CAUTIONS Glass cover may shatter if it is exposed to direct heat or subjected to severe temperature changes Chips cracks or deep scratches may al
8. elines offered in the recipe being used to determine cooking time and heating position Dishes can be prepared well in advance of mealtime and cooking time regulated so that food is ready to serve at a convenient time A general rule of thumb for most slow cooker meat and vegetable combos is COOKING TIME RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE SETTING 8 10 hours LOW 4 6 hours HIGH SLOW COOKER COOKING CHART Food Weight LOW Timer HIGH Timer Beef Roast 3 Ibs 3 00 4 00 1 30 Beef Brisket 4 5 Ibs 8 00 6 00 Turkey Breast 6 7 Ibs 6 00 7 00 3 00 4 00 Whole Chicken 4 6 Ibs 6 00 4 00 Chicken Pieces bone in 3 4 Ibs 4 00 5 00 1 30 Fully Cooked Ham 7 5 Ibs 4 00 5 00 3 00 Pork Tenderloin 2 3 Ibs 2 00 3 00 1 30 2 00 Pork Roast 4 5 Ibs 4 00 5 00 2 00 2 30 Pork Chops 2 3 Ibs 5 00 2 00 3 00 NOTE When serving from the Programmable Slow Cooker always place a trivet or protective padding under the liner before placing it on a table or counter top 1 Prepare recipe ingredients according to instructions 2 Place food into the stoneware pot DO NOT FILL THE LINER TO THE STONEWARE POT WITH FOOD For best results the Slow Cooker should be at least half filled When cooking soups or stews allow a 2 inch space between the food and the top of the cooking pot so ingredients can come to a simmer NOTE When cooking a meat and vegetable combination place the vegetables in the bottom of the stoneware
9. inless steel Slow Cooker Body S 13 Polarized Plug 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME Carefully unpack the slow cooker Wash cooking pot and glass lid in warm soapy water Rinse well and dry thoroughly Wipe interior and exterior surfaces of the slow cooker with a soft moist cloth to remove dust particles collected during packing and handling NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE ITS CORD OR PLUG IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID IT WILL CAUSE BURNS TO HANDS AND LIMBS Slow cooker should be operated before initial use After cleaning unit place cooking pot inside the base Pour 4 cups of water into the cooking pot and cover with lid Plug slow cooker into electrical wall outlet and press the POWER button on the unit Press the MODE Button until the HIGH setting is selected Press the UP DOWN arrows until 0 30 appears on the time display The slow cooker will begin to heat in 2 seconds NOTE You will notice a slight odor this is normal and should disappear quickly After 30 minutes the WARM setting will flash for 5 seconds and then will activate the KEEP WARM mode for 4 hours NOTE Press the POWER button at any time to turn the programmable slow cooker off Allow unit to cool Wearing oven mitts carefully remove cooking pot and discard water Rinse the cooking pot dry thoroughly and replace it in the slow cooker body STONEWARE POT CARE Like any ceramic the stoneware pot may crack or break if not properly handle
10. latch and travel jopenney home 5 quart slow cooker Owner s Manual Lot No 780 5520 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances especially when children are present basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and or injury to persons including the following 1 2 ol N 10 11 12 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS Do not touch hot surfaces as it will cause burns to hands and limbs Use handles or knobs Use potholders when removing cover or handling hot containers To protect against electrical shock do not place cord plug or appliance in water or other liquid Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children as it is an electrical appliance that may cause electric shock when not in proper use Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning Allow to cool before cleaning Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner If there is a problem return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injury Do not use outdoors as it is not designed for such use and can cause electric shock Do not let the cord hang over edge of table or counter as you may trip and fall or cause the hot contents of the
11. ogrammable Slow Cooker will heat by default for a time of 08 00 8 hours in LOW setting and 04 00 4 hours in HIGH NOTE Press the POW ER butto The TIME on the display will be time expires 00 00 the warm NOTE Press the POW To manually select the default for 04 00 4 NOTE Press the POW ER butto hours ER butto Remove elastic lid locks from t Programmable Slow Cooker Using oven mitts carefully remove the glass lid by grasping the lid knob and lifting away from you n at any time to turn the Progra n at any time to turn the Progra warm setting press the MODE button u n at any time to turn the Progra mmable S gin to count down in minutes untill 0 00 mmable S ntil WARM mmable S ow Cooker OFF ime while the Slow Cooker is cooking minutes is shown cook time is complete When the cooking setting will flash for 5 seconds and then will automatical ow Cooker OFF is illuminated ow Cooker OFF he lid lock bracket on the tempered glass lid and let hang from the slow cooker handles of the ly activate the warm mode for 4 hours The Programmable Slow Cooker will WARM by Allow a few seconds for all steam to escape Inspect and test food for doneness and adjust seasonings if needed Press the MODE button until WARM is illuminated The Programmable Slow Cooker will WARM by default for 04 00 4 hours The Programmable Slow
12. pot first Then add the meat and other ingredients NOTE When cooking on HIGH check cooking progress as some soups may come to boil Remember that frequent lifting of the lid during cooking delays the cook time WARNING The stoneware pot CANNOT stand the shock of sudden temperature changes If the pot is hot DO NOT add cold food Before cooking frozen food add some warm liquid Place the tempered glass lid over the stoneware pot To lock the slow cooker take the elastic lid lock located on the base handle and bring it over to the lid lock bracket on the tempered glass lid Secure the elastic lid lock over the lid lock bracket see figure 2 Figure 2 3 10 4 Plug into a 120V AC outlet Press the POWER button to turn on the slow cooker 10 be LOW setting is selected NOTE Use the WARM function to reheat or keep cooked food warm Following recipe instructions press the MODE button until the desired HIGH or Press the time program UP arrow and 0 30 30 minutes will appear on the time display Continue to press the UP or DOWN arrows until the target cook TIME is displayed The Programmable Slow Cooker can be programmed in half hour 30 minute increments from 0 30 30 minutes to 20 00 20 hours After 2 seconds the Slow Cooker will begin to heat NOTE Press the UP or DOWN arrows to adjust target cook TIME at any t NOTE If the LOW or HIGH MODE is selected without entering a cook time the Pr
13. rates heat and escaping steam during use Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns fires or other injury to persons or damage to property 1 A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance All users of this appliance must read and understand this instruction manual before operating or cleaning this appliance 2 If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water unplug it from the wall outlet immediately Do not reach into the water It will cause an electric shock 3 When using this appliance provide adequate air space above and on all sides for air circulation Do not operate this appliance while it is touching or near curtains wall coverings clothing dish towels or other flammable materials 4 Do not leave this appliance unattended during use 5 If this appliance begins to malfunction during use immediately unplug the cord Do not use or attempt to repair a malfunctioning appliance 6 The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical wall outlet 7 Do not use this appliance in an unstable position The unit may tilt and cause the food to fall and burn the hands and limbs of the user 8 Never use the stoneware pot on a gas or electric cook top or on an open flame as the stoneware pot will crack 9 Lift off lid carefully to avoid scalding and allow water to drip into stoneware pot NOTES ON THE PLUG
14. so weaken the cover KEEP COVER AWAY FROM broiler microwave oven hot stovetop burners in a heated oven oven heat vents If cover has been utilized in any of these locations do not use it again even if there are no signs of damage IF COVER BECOMES CHIPPED CRACKED OR SCRATCHED DO NOT USE IT Discard it ALWAYS LET COVER COOL on a dry heat resistant surface before handling Do not place it on cold or wet surfaces as this may cause it to crack or shatter ALWAYS USE POTHOLDERS OR OVEN MITTS when removing the hot cover To avoid burns from escaping steam always tilt cover away from hands and face OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Using a slow cooker is easy but different from conventional cooking To help you this manual contains many helpful hints for successful slow cooking Many more slow cooker recipes books are available in libraries and bookstores Keep these materials handy whether preparing favorite recipes or trying something new This Programmable Slow Cooker can operate at LOW all day or night up to 20 hours with an easy to read digital count down timer to turn the appliance OFF automatically No more over cooked slow cooked meals The locking lid handles seal tightly for spill proof travel NOTE When slow cooking on HIGH setting it is very much like a covered pot on the stove top Foods will cook on HIGH in about half the time required for LOW cooking Additional liquid may be required as foods do boil on HIGH Use the recommended guid
15. tain warranty service What This Warranty Does Not Cover This warranty does not cover a damage due to acts of nature including but not limited to lightning wind or flood b damage due to accident c damage due to neglect abuse misuse improper installation mishandling or failure to follow instructions provided in the product s Owners Guide d damage resulting from alteration improper maintenance or repair by other than JCPenney authorized agent e labor charges for installation or for removal and reinstallation of the item for servicing f non rechargeable batteries consumables normal wear parts and or g items used in commercial applications REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED IN THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER S EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY REMEDY ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IN NO EVENT SHALL JCPENNEY BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE INCLUDING DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state J C Penney
16. te vinegar or pour a small amount into pot and let it soak After cleaning wash pot in warm soapy water rinse and dry TO STORE Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing Store appliance in its box or in a clean dry place Never store it while it is hot or wet To store place covered cooking pot inside the slow cooker and place the glass lid over the pot Never wrap cord tightly around the appliance keep it loosely coiled 14 COOKS LIMITED WARRANTY Limited One 1 Year Warranty J C Penney Corporation Inc JCPenney warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of original purchase the Warranty Period Dated proof of purchase such as a bill of sale is required to establish warranty eligibility If the product fails to perform due to a defect in materials or workmanship during the Warranty Period JCPenney will repair or at JCPenney s option replace the merchandise with the same or comparable item at no charge to you for parts or labor In the event that the product can not be repaired and a suitable replacement item is not available JCPenney will refund the original purchase price shown on your proof of purchase To Obtain Warranty Service In the event that your product requires repair during the Warranty Period contact your nearest JCPenney retail store or call JCPenney Product Service Dept 800 933 7115 for information regarding where to ob
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