Mellerware 2 7 5 6 03 2 0 W User's Manual
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1. sure the slow cooker is unplugged and in the OFF position before storing away or cleaning Make sure the unit has cooled down completely before cleaning The stoneware insert is dishwasher safe or can also be cleaned with warm soapy water To remove any foods that have been cooked onto the bottom of the pot simply soak overnight in soapy water and rinse the next day The exterior of the slow cooker can be wiped with a damp cloth and dried DO NOT use harsh abrasive cleaner or scouring pad to clean any part of the slow cooker as this will damage the surfaces WARNING NEVER SUBMERGE THE ENTIRE SLOW COOKER INTO WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID OR THIS MAY DAMAGE THE SLOW COOKER SERVICE AND REPAIRS If your appliance appears to not be working or it is damaged please contact the supplier Do not attempt to carry out repairs yourself or send it to anyone other than an authorized repair agent Attempts made to have this product repaired other than by an authorized repair agent will release the supplier from its guarantee Contact the supplier to find the authorized repair agent nearest to you 1 15 2009 8 44 03 AM _ En EL TEE creative housewares 27 Nourse Avenue Epping 2 Cape Town PO Box 975 Eppindust 7475 South Africa Tel 27 21 534 8114 Fax 27 21 534 8086 Service Centre Share Call 086 111 5006 web www creativehousewares co za MW_EX27560 Tempo_IM indd 4 1 15 2009 8 44 03 AM2. h and 5 7 hours on auto Some ingredients are not suitable for slow cooking MW_EX27560 Tempo_IM indd 3 Pasta seafood milk and cream should be added towards the end of the cooking time Many things can affect how quickly a recipe will cook water and fat content initial temperature of the food and the size of the food e Food cut into small pieces will cook quicker A degree of trial and error will be required to fully optimize the potential of your slow cooker e Vegetables usually take longer to cook than meat so try and arrange vegetables in the lower half of the pot e After food is cooked switch cooker off and leave covered with the lid There will be enough heat in the crock pot to keep warm for 30 minutes If you require longer to keep warm switch to the low setting All food should be covered with a liquid gravy or sauce In a separate pan or jug prepare your liquid gravy or sauce and completely cover the food in the crock pot e Pre browning meat and onions in a pan to seal in the juices also reduces the fat content before adding to the crock pot This is not necessary if time is limited but improves the flavor e When cooking joints of meat ham and poultry etc the size and shape of the joint is important Try to keep the joint in the lower 2 3 of the pot and fully cover with water If necessary cut in two pieces Joint weight should be kept within the maximum limit CARE amp CLEANING Always make
3. low cooking methods however there are a few guidelines that need to be followed Cut root vegetables into small even pieces as they take longer to cook than meat They should be gently saut ed for 2 3 minutes before slow cooking Ensure that root vegetables are always placed at the bottom of the pot and all ingredients are immersed in the cooking liquid Trim all excess fat from meat before cooking since the slow cooking method does not allow fat to evaporate 1 15 2009 8 44 03 AM If adapting an existing recipe from conventional cooking you may need to cut down on the amount of liquid used Liquid will not evaporate from the slow cooker to the same extent as with conventional cooking Never leave uncooked food at room temperature in the slow cooker Do not use the slow cooker to reheat food Uncooked red beans must be soaked and boiled for at least 10 minutes to remove toxins before use ina slow cooker Insert a meat thermometer into joints of roasts hams or whole chickens to ensure they are cooked to the desired temperature Authentic stoneware is fired at high temperatures therefore the crock pot may have minor surface blemishes the glass lid may rock slightly due to these imperfection Low heat cooking does not produce steam so there will be little heat loss Due to normal wear and tear through the products life the outer surface may start appearing crazed Do not put the crock pot or glass lid in a
4. mellerware TRENDS FOR LIFE Tempo Supreme 6 5L Slow Cooker M CE Model 320W 2 27560 PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE MW_EX27560 Tempo_IM indd 1 1 15 2009 8 44 02 AM IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 1 Read all the instructions To protect against the risk of electrical shock do not put base in water or in any other liquid 2 Close supervision is necessary when appliance is used near children 3 NEVER ALLOW A CHILD TO USE THIS PRODUCT 4 Unplug from the socket when not in use before putting on or taking off attachments and before cleaning 5 The use of attachments or tools not recommended by supplier may cause fire electric shock or injury Do not use outdoors 6 DO NOT let the power cord hang over the edge of the table or work top and keep it away from any hot surfaces 7 KEEP YOUR APPLIANCE AWAY FROM ANY HOT PLATES BURNERS AND HEATED OVENS 8 Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food water or other hot liquids 9 Do not use the appliance for other than intended use 10 Do not switch on the cooker if the ceramic pot is empty 11 Allow lid and crock pot to cool before allowing it to touch water 12 Never touch the outer enclosure of the slow cooker during its operation or before it cools Use the handles or knobs Do not touch hot s
5. n oven freezer and microwave or on a gas electrical hob Do not subject the crock pot to sudden changes in temperature Adding cold water to a very hot pot could cause it to crack Do not allow the pot to stand in water for a long time You can leave water in the pot to soak There is an area on the base of the crock pot that has to remain unglazed for manufacturing purposes This unglazed area is porous therefore will soak up water this should be avoided Do not switch the cooker on when the crock pot is empty or out of the base Tips for slow cooking The slow cooker must be at least half full for best results Slow cooking retains moisture If you wish to reduce moisture in the cooker remove the lid after cooking and turn the control to high if set to low or medium and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes The lid is not a sealed fit Don t remove unnecessarily as the built up heat will escape Each time you remove the lid allow an additional 10 minutes to the cooking time If cooking soups leave a 5 cm space between the top of the cook pot and the food surface to allow simmering Many recipes demand all day cooking if you do not have time to prepare food that morning prepare it the night before and store the food in a covered container in the refrigerator Transfer the food to the crock pot and add liquid gravy Select the setting low high or auto Most meat and vegetable recipes require 8 10 hours on low 4 6 hours on hig
6. ooking period you can use the HIGH setting HOW TO USE Place the base on a dry level heat resistant surface away from the edge of the work surface Do not use on the floor Place food and other ingredients into the ceramic crock pot and place the pot into the base Cover with the glass lid If you need to pre cook or brown foods prior to slow cooking this must be done in a pan Do not try to brown or pre cook food in the slow cooker Set the control knob to the OFF position before plugging the unit into the main socket Switch off and unplug the slow cooker after cooking and remove the crock pot using oven gloves CAUTION BE CAREFUL NOT TO TOUCH THE BASE UNIT AFTER COOKING AS IT WILL REMAIN HOT About slow cooking Slow cooking has always been the best way to prepare a nutritious hot meal with minimum preparation and maximum free time away from the kitchen Traditionally slow cooking has centered on soups and casseroles but with this oval ceramic crock pot you can also produce most modern family meals and dinner party dishes This pot is convenient as well as looking good enough to take straight to the table for serving Always place the crock pot ona heat proof mat or surface This method of cooking is ideal for preparing tougher cuts of meat giving them the long gentle simmering that ensures that they become tender and full of flavor Suitable foods for slow cooking amp preparation Most foods are suited to s
7. urfaces Use oven gloves or a cloth when removing lid or handling contents 13 Never cook directly in the base unit Use the ceramic pot 14 Do not use crock pot or glass lid if cracked or chipped 15 Never leave the appliance connected to the socket outlet when not in use 16 Do not switch on the appliance when it is upside down or laid on its side 17 The glass lid and ceramic pot are fragile Handle them with care SAVE THESE INTRUCTIONS THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY USING FOR THE FIRST TIME Before using the slow cooker for the first time e Remove all labels and tags from the product e Wash the crock pot and glass lid in hot soapy water with a sponge or a dish cloth rinse thoroughly and dry IMPORTANT DO NOT IMMERSE THE SLOW COOKER BASE IN WATER Note During initial use you may notice a slight odor due to the burning off of manufacturing residues This is completely normal and will disappear after a few uses MW_EX27560 Tempo_IM indd 2 AUTO DEFROST Setting The AUTO DEFROST setting allows the user to set the slow cooker to cook frozen food for the day and be ready to server 8 10 hours later When set to AUTO DEFROST the Slow Cooker will cook on HIGH until the food defrosts and reaches a pre set temperature then switches to LOW and maintains a constant low cooking temperature However if you wish to extend the cooking period you can use the LOW setting and if you wish to shorten the c
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