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CAUTION: The slow cooker body will get very warm during cooking. This is where the heating elements
are located. When moving the Programmable Slow Cooker, grasp the unit by the slow cooker side handles;
use pot holders or oven mitts. (See Figure 9.) 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.
12. Slow cooked food can be served directly from the Programmable Slow Cooker, if desired.
NOTE: When serving from the Programmable Slow Cooker, always place a trivet or protective padding
under the slow cooker body before placing it on a table or countertop.
13. CAUTION: If serving directly from the aluminum pot, ALWAYS wear protective oven mitts to remove the
aluminum pot from the slow cooker body as the aluminum pot and aluminum pot handles will be very hot.
Handle with care.
Hints for Slow Cooking
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Less tender, cheaper cuts of meat are better candidates for slow cooking than more expensive varieties.
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Always brown fatty meats to reduce the amount of fat and to help preserve color while adding rich flavor.
Remove the aluminum pot from the slow cooker body and place directly onto the stovetop. Heat a small
amount of oil in the aluminum pot and brown meats over high heat. Use a slice of bread, a spoon, or a
straining spoon to skim off excess fat prior to slow cooking.
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Whole herbs and spices flavor better in slow cooking than crushed or ground.
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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.
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If a recipe results in too much liquid at the end of the cooking time, remove the aluminum pot from the
slow cooker body. Skim any excess fat and boil the sauce on the stovetop until it thickens and the desired
consistency is achieved.
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Foods cut into uniform pieces will cook faster and more evenly than foods left whole such as
roast or poultry.
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Always use a meat thermometer to determine if meats have been cooked to proper temperature.
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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.
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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.
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Rice, noodles and pasta are not recommended for long cooking periods. Cook and serve separately or add
to the Slow Cooker during the final 30 minutes of cooking.
User Maintenance Instructions
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it
yourself. Any servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning, must be performed by a qualified
appliance repair technician.
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