Crock-Pot SC7600 User's Manual
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1. Ho www rivalproducts com or to damage to the product not resulting from defect or malfunction wh consumer Rival disclaim by the use of this produc consequential losses so s all responsibility for consequential incident t Some stat mes Group attention Consumer Returns 32B Spur Drive El Paso TX is required when requesting warranty service SAVE YOUR SALES RECEIPT This to the original purchaser and does not apply to commercial use unreasonable use ile in the possession of the al or commercial losses caused es do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or he foregoing disclaimer may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state Printed in China Q RIVAL 2003 Rival A Division of The Holmes Group 428 10992. Do not use appliance for other than intended use 13 Always attach plug to appliance first then plug cord into wall outlet To disconnect tum control to OFF then remove plug from wall outlet 14 DO NOT expose empty crockery to high heat Always ensure there is 2 N o 1 oO IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CONT liquid or food inside crockery to prevent potential cracking 15 To prevent cracking NEVER IMMERSE crockery in water or place under running water if crockery has been left EMPTY on a heated stovetop or in a heated oven for an extended period of time Allow to cool down before immersing in water 16 To prevent potential cracking NEVER freeze water or watery base liquids in crockery SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY No user serviceable parts inside Do not attempt to service this product Do not immerse base in water or other liquid A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement or tripping over a longer cord AN EXTENSION CORD MAY BE USED WITH CARE HOWEVER THE MARKED ELECTRICAL RATING SHOULD BE AT LEAST AS GREAT AS THE ELECTRICAL RATING OF THE VERSAWARE SLOW COOKER The extension cord should not be allowed to drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally NOTE During initial use of this appliance some slight smoke and or odor may be detected This is normal with many heat
3. Wner s Guide READ ANDYAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 1 Read all instructions before using 2 Do not touch hot surfaces Use handles or knobs The lid handle may get hot while cooking use of an oven mitt while handling is advised To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord plug or cooking unit in water or other liquid CAUTION Never submerge the heating unit in water or other liquid 4 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner w a u Return appliance to the manufacturer see warranty for examination repair or adjustment The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire electrical shock or injury Do not use outdoors Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch heated surfaces Do not place heating base unit on or near a hot gas or electric bumer or in a heated oven 11 Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids Always use hot pads when moving your heated VersaWare slow cooker 12
4. and detachable cord also allows you to serve from your VersaWare slow cooker From hot to cold or cold to hot your VersaWare slow cooker will serve you well Have fun exploring all the different ways you can use your new versatile Slow cooker We ve included an exclusive VersaWare cookbook to help you get started HOW TO USE YOUR VERSAWARE SLOW COOKER 1 There are three temperature settings LOW is recommended for sow i oa all day 1 hour on HIGH equals As at Kenai about 2 to 2 hours on LOW WARM A Stoneware is recommended for keeping already N i cooked food at the perfect serving ee Heating Base Unit temperature until you are ready to eat S DO NOT cook on this setting AEE atacheb o 2 Before each use whether in Heating hs y k Base Unit on stovetop in oven or in Co microwave coat the inside of the E4 HOW TO USE YOUR VERSAWARE SLOW COOKER CONT stoneware with a non stick cooking spray oil or butter to make clean up easier 3 Unpack detachable cord and plug into the back of the Heating Base Unit 4 Always cook with the Lid on when using your stoneware in the sow cooker Heating Base Unit 5 Follow recommended cooking times 6 When using stoneware on stovetop begin cooking on low heat for the first couple of minutes to preheat stoneware Once preheated follow recommended temperatures in the recipe 7 Unplug from wall outlet when cooking is done and detach cord fro
5. g with your dow cooker Heating Base Unit many times it s one step cooking Steps in recipes may be deleted Add E8 GUIDE TO ADAPTING YOUR OWN RECIPES CONT ingredients to the stoneware at one time and cook 8 to 12 hours add any liquid last e Vegetables do not overcook as they do when cooked in your oven or boiled Therefore everything can go into the VersaWare slow cooker at one time EXCEPTION Milk sour cream or cream should be added during last hour of cooking TIME GUIDE Most uncooked meat and vegetable combinations will require at least 8 hours on LOW PASTA AND RICE If recipe calls for cooking noodles macaroni etc cook on rangetop before cooking in your Sow cooker Heating Base Unit Don t overcook just until sli w tender If cooked rice is called for stir in with other ingredients add 74 cup extra liquid per cup of raw rice Use long grain converted rice for best results in all day cooking LIQUIDS Use less in slow cooking usually about half the recommended amount One cup of liquid is enough for any recipe unless it contains rice or pasta HERBS AND SPICES Leaf or whole herbs and spices are preferred but their flavor power may increase use half the recommended amount If you use ground herbs and spices add during last hour of cooking MILK Milk cream and sour cream tend to break down during extended cooking When possible add during last hour of cooking Condensed ous ma
6. ing appliances and will not recur after a few uses The Extreme Temperature Cookware ETC used in this product is lead and cadmium safe POLARIZED PLUG This appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other To reduce the risk of electric shock this plug is bp intended to fit into a ghee outlet only one 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 attempt to modify the plug in any way If the plug fits loosely into the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels wam do not use that outlet E3 Congratulations on your purchase of the newest innovation in cooking technology the VersaWare slow cooker featuring ETC Extreme Temperature Cookware ETC is a special stoneware formulation that can withstand extreme temperature changes giving you the most versatile and convenient cooking appliance ETC stoneware is safe to use in conventional ovens in the microwave on all ttovetops and in the refrigerator and freezer Be sure to read Important Safeguards to ensure proper use Unlike most ceramic and glass stoneware you can take the VersaWare ETC stoneware directly from your stovetop or oven to your refrigerator or freezer and vice versa This versatility allows you to prepare foods dow cook store leftovers and reheat them all using the same stoneware dish saving cleaning time The elegant design
7. lume of unsalted water and bring to a boil Boil 10 minutes reduce heat cover and allow to simmer 1 hours or until beans are tender Soaking in water if desired should be completed before boiling Discard water after soaking or boiling QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Q What if the food isn t done after 8 hours when the recipe says 8 to 10 hours This is due to voltage variations which are commonplace everywhere due to altitude or even extreme humidity The sight fluctuations in power do not have a noticeable effect on most appliances however it can slightly alter the cooking times Allow plenty of time and remember it is practically impossible to overcook You will learn through experience whether to decrease or increase cooking times Q Must the VersaWare slow cooker be covered Is it necessary to stir A Cook with the lid on when using stoneware in the slow cooker Heating Base Unit Significant amounts of heat escape whenever the lid is removed therefore the cooking time must be extended It is not necessary to stir while cooking on LOW heat While using HIGH heat for short periods occasional stirring improves the distribution of flavors Never remove lid during the first 2 hours when baking breads or cakes E7 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS CONT Q How dol thicken the juices or make gravy Add some quick cooking tapioca to any recipe when you want to make a thick gravy Add the tapioca at the begin
8. m Heating Base Unit before cleaning 8 Do not reheat foods in the dow cooker Heating Base Unit 9 Do not set heated removable stoneware filled with food on a finished wood table Place a hot plate underneath 10 Removable stoneware and lid are ovenproof refrigerator and freezer proof stovetop proof and microwave safe 11 Handles on stoneware will stay cool to the touch when using on a stove top however please use pot holders when using in the oven microwave or Heating Base Unit CAUTION When cooking on ceramic or smooth glass cooktop stove always place the stoneware in the center of the burner To avoid breakage DO NOT use on stovetop if the bottom of the stoneware is larger than the burner NOTE Due to the unique manufacturing process of the ETC stoneware you may see variations in the glazed surface This is normal and does not affect performance E5 HOW TO CLEAN YOUR VERSAWARE SLOW COOKER Unplug unit Remove the detachable cord CAUTION Never submerge heating base in water or other liquid REMOVABLE STONEWARE e The removable stoneware and lid goes safely into the dishwasher or may be washed in hot soapy water Do not use abrasive cleaning sponges or compounds a cloth or non abrassive sponge will usually remove the residue To remove water spots and other stains use a non abrasive cleaner such as Bon Ami Polishing Cleanser or vinegar e The outside base unit may be cleaned with a soft cloth a
9. nd warm soapy water Wipe dry Do not use abrasive cleaners SLOW COOKING HINTS e Trim fats and wipe meats well to remove residue Season with salt and pepper Place meat in cooker on top of vegetables e For roasts and stews pour liquid over meat Use no more liquid than specified in the recipe More juices in meats and vegetables are retained in dow cooking than in conventional cooking e Meats generally cook faster than most vegetables in a slow cooker Most vegetables should be thinly sliced or placed near the sides or bottom of the stoneware e Use whole leaf herbs and spices for best and truest flavor for all day cooking If ground herbs and spices are used they should be stirred in during the last hour of cooking e Always fill the stoneware at least half full to conform to recommended cooking times Small quantities may be prepared but cooking time will be affected e A specific liquid called for in a recipe may be varied if an equal quantity is substituted e g substitute a 10 ounce can of soup plus 4 ounces of water for a 14 ounce can of tomatoes OR cup beef or chicken broth for cup of wine etc E6 SLOW COOKING HINTS CONT Beans must be softened completely before combining with sugar and or acid foods NOTE Sugar and acid have a hardening effect on beans and will prevent softening Dried beans especially red kidney beans should be boiled before adding to a recipe Cover the beans with 3 times their vo
10. ning and it will thicken as it cooks Or you may remove the solid foods leaving the juices Prepare a smooth paste of approximately cup flour or comstarch to 4 cup water or 4 tablespoons melted butter Pour mixture into liquid in stoneware and stir well Turn to HIGH and when it comes to a boil about 15 minutes it s ready Q Can I cook a roast without adding water A Yes if cooked on LOW We recommend a small amount of water because the gravies are especially tasty The more fat or marbling the meat has the less liquid you need The liquid is needed to properly soften and cook vegetables GUIDE TO ADAPTING YOUR OWN RECIPES WHEN SLOW COOKING This guide is designed to help you adapt recipes to the VersaWare slow cooker your own favorites and prized recipes collected from friends food companies nee and a Our aim is to save preparation time with fewer steps and dishes and to keep cooking simple In most cases all ingredients can go into your Sow cooker in the beginning and can cook all day Many preparatory steps are unnecessary when using the VersaWare slow cooker A few hints e Allow sufficient cooking time e Cook with lid on when using the stoneware in the slow cooker Heating Base Unit e Do not add as much water as some recipes indicate e Remember liquids don t boil away as in conventional cooking Usually you ll have more liquid at the end of cooking instead of less e When cookin
11. y be substituted for milk etc and can cook for extended imes SOUPS Some soup recipes call for 2 to 3 quarts of water Add other soup ingredients to VersaWare slow cooker then add water only to cover If E9 GUIDE TO ADAPTING YOUR OWN RECIPES CONT thinner soup is desired add more liquid aa time If milk based recipes have no other liquid for initial cooking add 1 or 2 cups water Then during last hour of cooking stir in milk or cream as called for The VersaWare sow cooker is perfect for so many of your favorite foods Use the recipes in the Art of Slow Cooking Cookbook included with this product then adapt your favorite recipes or select a variety of new cuts or dishes to try E10 place of purchase for rep 2 Within the first 12 months from da LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY Rival warrants this product to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for two 2 year from date of original purchase If you have a claim under this warranty please follow these procedures 1 Within the first 45 days from date of original purchase defective product should be returned to original acement with proof of purchase e of purchase Rival will repair or replace at no charge the defective product if it is delivered freight prepaid during that period to an authorized service station To obtain warranty service visit Or you may write to Rival 79906 Proof of purchase warranty is extended only c o The
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