Black & Decker MGD600 User Manual

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6-quart

slow cooker

owner ’s manual

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MGD600

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to
persons, including the following:

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■ Do not touch hot surfaces: use handles or knobs. Use potholders when
removing cover or handling hot containers.

■ To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or base
unit in water or other liquid.

■ Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.

■ Unplug from outlet when not in use. Allow to cool before cleaning.

■ Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the

appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return
appliance to an 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.

■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot

surfaces.

■ Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.

■ Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot food, water, or other hot liquids.

■ Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

■ Lift and open cover carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water to drip

into unit.

■ To disconnect, turn control to Off, then remove plug from wall outlet.

■ Bowl containers are designed for use with this appliance only. They

must never be used on a range top. Do not set a hot container on a wet
or cold surface. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding
refrigerated foods into a heated Bowl. Do not use a cracked container.

■ Plug into a standard AC electrical outlet. Do not use any other electrical
outlet.

■ This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. Use for anything other
than intended will void the warranty.

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POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug — one blade is wider than the other. As
a safety feature, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse it and try again. If it still does
not fit, contact an electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

ELECTRICAL CORD

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce safety hazards that may
occur with a longer cord. If more cord length is needed, an extension cord
with a polarized plug may be used. It should be rated not less than 10
amperes, 120 Volts, and have Underwriters Laboratories listing. When
using a longer cord, be sure it does not drape over a working area or
dangle where it could be pulled on or tripped over. Handle cord carefully for
longer life; avoid jerking or straining it at outlet and appliance connections.

SOFT-GRIP HANDLES
NOTE: The rubberized soft-grip is free of natural rubber and latex. It is

safe for use by individuals allergic or sensitive to these materials.

SLOW COOKER PARTS

Handles

Stoneware Bowl
(inner pot)

Glass Lid

Signal
Light

Base

4-Position
Control Dial
(Auto/Off/High/
Keeps Warm)

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BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Carefully unpack the Slow Cooker.

2. Wash the interior of the Stoneware Bowl and the Glass Lid in warm,
soapy water. Rinse well and dr y thoroughly. You may notice small
“pits” or “dings” in the stoneware surface. These are not defects but a
natural part of the stoneware process and are normal.

3. Wipe the interior and exterior surfaces of the Base with a soft, moist
cloth to remove dust particles that may have collected during packing
and handling. NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE, STONEWARE BOWL,
CORD, OR PLUG IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.

USING STONEWARE BOWL & LID

IMPORTANT: All glass and glass ceramic materials are BREAKABLE.
Always handle the Stoneware Bowl and Lid carefully. Avoid hitting them
against a faucet or other hard surface. Accidental breakage from impact is
not covered by the warranty. For maximum benefit from the Stoneware
Bowl and Lid, follow these tips:

• To avoid damage to the interior of the Stoneware Bowl, always use

utensils made of plastic, rubber, or wood. DO NOT use metal utensils, as
they may leave grey marks or may scratch the cookware.

• Do not touch the sides of the Slow Cooker Base while food is cooking.

Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing the Lid or the
Stoneware Bowl from the Base after cooking. To avoid burns from
escaping steam, tilt the Lid away from your hands and face when
removing it.

• Do not set the Stoneware Bowl directly on a countertop or table; use a

trivet or hot pad.

• Do not pour cold water into a hot Stoneware Bowl.

• NEVER heat the Stoneware Bowl when it is empty.

• Keep the Lid away from a broiler, microwave browning element, toaster

oven coils, hot stovetop burners, oven heat vents or any other direct
heat source. DO NOT PLACE A HOT LID on cold or wet surfaces, as this
may cause it to crack or shatter.

• If the Lid becomes cracked, do not use it. Discard it and get a

replacement. Damaged items may break without warning.

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