CROCK POT SCVP6009A1-CN User Manual

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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the Warranty.

2. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store where you purchased it. If you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase, please see the enclosed Warranty.

3. If you have any questions or comments regarding this unit’s operation or believe any repair is necessary, please write to our Consumer Service Department or visit our website at www.rivalproducts.com.

RIVAL c/o JCS/THG, LLC CONSUMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT 303 NELSON AVENUE NEOSHO, MO 64850

ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

SAVE THIS WARRANTY INFORMATION

A. This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product. B. This Warranty applies ONLY to repair or replacement of any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that,

upon inspection by JCS/THG, LLC authorized personnel, is shown to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or workmanship. JCS/THG, LLC will determine whether to repair or replace the unit. This Warranty does not apply to installation expenses.

C. Operating this unit under conditions other than those recommended or at voltages other than the voltage

indicated on the unit, or attempting to service or modify the unit, will render this WARRANTY VOID.

D. Unless otherwise proscribed by law, JCS/THG, LLC shall not be liable for any personal injury,

property or any incidental or consequential damage of any kind resulting from malfunctions, defects, misuse, improper installation or alteration of this product.

E. All parts of this product are guaranteed for a period of 1 year as follows:

1. Within the first 30 days from date of purchase, the store from which you purchased your product should replace this product if it is defective in material or workmanship (provided the store has in-stock replacement.) * If you intend to assert any claim in connection with the product, please follow the instructions in paragraph F.

2. Within the first twelve months from date of purchase, JCS/THG, LLC will repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or workmanship, subject to the conditions in paragraph G.

F. If you have any other problem or claim in connection with this product, please write to our Consumer Service Department. G. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your following these instructions if you are

returning the unit to JCS/THG, LLC:

1. Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable box to avoid damage in shipping.

2. Before packing your unit for return, be sure to enclose: a) Your name, full address with zip code and telephone number, b) A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE, c) Your $20.00 (USD) check for return prepaid shipping and handling, and d) The model number of the unit and the problem you are having. (Enclose in an envelope and tape directly to the

unit before the box is sealed.)

3. JCS/THG, LLC recommends you ship the package U.P.S ground service for tracking purposes.

4. All shipping charges must be prepaid by you.

5. Mark the outside of your package:

RIVAL c/o JCS/THG, LLC 303 NELSON AVENUE NEOSHO, MO 64850

SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES: $20.00 (USD)

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary by jurisdiction. The provisions of this Warranty are in addition to, and not a modification of, or subtraction from, the statutory warranties and other rights and remedies contained in any applicable legislation. To the extent that any provision of this Warranty is inconsistent with any applicable law, such provision shall be deemed voided or amended, as necessary, to comply with such law.

2006 JCS/THG, LLC

Rival

, the Rival Logo

and Smart-Pot™ are trademarks of JCS/THG, LLC.

Owner’s Guide

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Smart-Pot

™

Slow Cooker

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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 intended to fit into 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 attempt to modify the plug in any way. If the plug fits loosely into the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm do not use that outlet.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. No user-serviceable parts inside. Do not attempt to service this product. 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 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.

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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.

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

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

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow unit to cool before putting on or taking off parts.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the manufacturer (see warranty) for examination, repair, or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch heated surfaces.

10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, 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 slow cooker.

12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

13. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated foods into a heated pot.

14. To disconnect, press the OFF button then remove plug from wall outlet.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Some countertop and table surfaces, such as Corian®and other surfaces, are not designed to withstand the prolonged heat generated by certain appliances. Do not set the heated unit on a finished wood table. We recommend placing a hot pad or trivet under your slow cooker to prevent possible damage to the surface. NOTE: During initial use of this appliance, some slight smoke and/or odor may be detected. This is normal with many heating appliances and will not recur after a few uses. NOTE: Please use caution when placing your stoneware on a ceramic or smooth glass cook top stove, countertop, table, or other surface. Due to the nature of the stoneware, the rough bottom surface may scratch some surfaces if caution is not used. Always place protective padding under stoneware before setting on table or countertop.

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Place the stoneware into the heating base, add your ingredients to the stoneware, and cover with the lid (See Fig. 1).

Plug in your Smart-Pot™ slow cooker. The POWER light flashes indicating that the unit is plugged in, but not turned on.

Press the Mode button to select a programmed time and temperature. The corresponding light illuminates, the slow cooker heats, and the internal timer starts counting down the time (Fig. 2).

NOTE: WARM is ONLY for keeping already cooked food at the perfect serving temperature until you are ready to eat. DO NOT cook on the WARM setting.

When the cooking time has completed, the Smart-Pot™ slow cooker automatically shifts to the WARM setting and the WARM light illuminates.

NOTE: We do not recommend using the WARM setting for more than 4 hours.

To turn the Smart-Pot™ slow cooker off, press the OFF button ( ) and unplug the unit from the outlet

(Fig. 2)

USAGE NOTES:

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If there is a power outage, when the power is restored the display and lights blink. All slow cooker settings have been cleared and must be reset. However, the food may be unsafe to eat. If you are unaware of how long the power was out, we suggest you discard the food.

• For recipes that require a range of times, select the time closest to the setting on your Smart-Pot™ slow cooker. For instance, to cook a recipe calling for a cooking time of 7 to 9 hours on LOW, set your Smart-Pot™ slow cooker to 8 hours.

•To avoid over- or under-cooking, always fill the stoneware

full to conform to recommended cook times (with the exception of certain cakes and custards, and as guided otherwise in our slow cooker recipes). Do not overfill the stoneware.

HOW TO USE YOUR SMART-POTTMSLOW COOKER

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HOW TO USE YOUR SMART-POTTMSLOW COOKER

Mode

High Haut

Low B

Mode

sets the time

and cooking temperature

Cook 4

hours on

HIGH

POWER on

indicator light

Cook 8 hours

on LOW

Once cooking time elapses, the Smart-Pot™ slow cooker automatically shifts to the WARM setting, keeping your food at the perfect serving temperature without overcooking

Turns power OFF

Stoneware

Lid

Heating Base

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Control Panel

Cook 6 hours

on HIGH

Cook 10 hours on LOW

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HOW TO USE YOUR SMART-POTTMSLOW COOKER (CONT.)

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HOW TO CLEAN YOUR SLOW COOKER

• Always cook, with the lid on, for the recommended time. Do not remove the lid during the first two hours of cooking.

• Always wear oven mitts when handling the lid.

• Unplug when cooking is done and before cleaning.

• Do not store foods in the slow cooker stoneware.

• Do not reheat foods in your Smart-Pot™ slow cooker.

• Removable stoneware is ovenproof and microwave safe. Do not use removable stoneware on gas or electric burner or under broiler. Refer to chart below.

Part

Dishwasher

Safe

Oven Safe

Microwave

Safe

Stovetop

Safe

Lid Yes No No No

Stoneware Yes

Yes, but not

in the broiler

Yes No

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ALWAYS turn your slow cooker off, unplug it from the electrical outlet, and allow it to cool before cleaning.

•

The lid and stoneware can be washed in the dishwasher or with hot, soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaning compounds or scouring pads. A cloth, sponge, or rubber spatula will usually remove any residue. To remove water spots and other stains, use a non-abrasive cleaner or vinegar.

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As with any fine ceramic, the stoneware will not withstand sudden temperature changes. Do not wash the stoneware with cold water when it is hot.

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The outside of the heating base may be cleaned with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water. Wipe dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners.

CAUTION: Never immerse the heating base in water or other liquid.

PASTA AND RICE

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If you are converting a recipe that calls for uncooked noodles, macaroni, or pasta, cook them on the stovetop just until slightly tender before adding to slow cooker.

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If you are converting a recipe that calls for cooked rice, stir in raw rice with other ingredients; add 1/4cup extra liquid per 1/4cup of raw rice. Use long grain converted rice for best results in all-day cooking.

BEANS

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Beans must be softened completely before combining with sugar and/or acidic foods. 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 three times their volume of unsalted water and bring to a boil. Boil 10 minutes, reduce heat, cover

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and allow to simmer 11/2hours or until beans are tender. Soaking in water, if desired, should be completed before boiling. Discard water after soaking or boiling.

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Fully cooked canned beans may be used as a substitute for dried beans.

VEGETABLES

• Many vegetables benefit from slow cook times and low temperatures and are able to develop their full flavor. They tend not to overcook in your slow cooker as they might in your oven or on your stovetop.

• When cooking recipes with vegetables and meat, place vegetables in slow cooker before meat. Vegetables usually cook slower than meat in the slow cooker.

• Place vegetables near the sides or bottom of the stoneware to facilitate cooking. Stir in chopped or sliced vegetables with other ingredients.

• Because eggplant has a very strong flavor, you should parboil or sauté the eggplant before adding it to the slow cooker.

LIQUIDS

• It is not necessary to use more than 1/2to 1 cup liquid in most instances since juices in meats and vegetables are retained more in slow cooking than in conventional cooking. When converting conventional cooking recipes to slow cooking recipes, use about half of the recommended amount of liquids, except for in recipes that contain rice or pasta (refer to PASTA AND RICE).

MILK

•

Milk, cream, and sour cream break down during extended cooking. When possible, add during last 15 to 30 minutes of cooking.

•

Condensed soups may be substituted for milk and can cook for extended times.

SOUPS

•

Some soup recipes call for 2 to 3 quarts of water. Add other soup ingredients to the slow cooker first; then add water only to cover. If thinner soup is desired, add more hot liquid at serving time.

•

If milk-based soup recipes have no other liquid for initial cooking, add 1 or 2 cups water. Since milk, cream or sour cream will break down if heated above boiling point, carefully stir them in at end of cooking cycle.

MEATS

•

For meats, trim fats, wipe or rinse well, and pat dry with paper towels. Browning meat in a separate skillet or broiler allows fat to be drained off before slow cooking and also adds greater depth of flavor to dish.

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Larger roasts, chickens, and hams are the perfect size for your slow cooker. Select boneless roasts or hams ranging from 2 to 4 pounds for a 4-quart slow cooker, 2.5 to 5 pounds for a 5-quart slow cooker, and 3 to 6 pounds for a 6-quart slow cooker.

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Bone-in cuts like ribs, loin cuts, or turkey pieces fit easily and cook well in your slow cooker. Cook turkey legs, thighs, and breasts, up to 4 pounds for 4-quart slow cookers, 5 pounds for 5-quart slow cookers, and 6 pounds for 6-quart slow cookers.

•

If you select a smaller roast, alter the amount of vegetables or potatoes so that the stoneware is

/2to 3/4full.

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Always remember, the size of the meat and the recommended cook time are just estimates. The exact weight of a roast that can be cooked in the slow cooker will depend upon the specific cut, meat configuration, and bone structure.

• Cut meat into smaller pieces when cooking with precooked beans, fruit, or lighter vegetables such as mushrooms, diced onion, eggplant, or finely minced vegetables. This will enable food to cook at the same rate.

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RECIPES

MULLED CIDER

1 gallon apple cider

/3cup brown sugar 15 whole cloves 10 whole allspice berries 5 whole cinnamon sticks

1. Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker stoneware.

2. Cover and cook on High for 30 minutes and then turn to Low for up to 5 hours.

The longer the spices are left in, the stronger the "mulling".

Serves 16

ZESTY ITALIAN BBQ MEATBALLS

Meatballs:

4 pounds ground beef 2 onions, chopped

2 cups bread crumbs

/2cup fresh Italian parsley, minced 4 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon dry mustard 4 eggs, beaten

Sauce:

11/2cups BBQ sauce

/4cup tomato paste

/3cup ketchup

/3cup brown sugar

/2cup water 1 teaspoon liquid smoke

1. Combine meatball ingredients. Form into 1-inch balls.

2. Bake the meatballs in a shallow baking dish at 350˚F/180

C for 20 mins.

3. Transfer meatballs to slow cooker stoneware. Combine all sauce ingredients and

mix thoroughly. Pour over meatballs.

4. Cover; cook on Low 4 hours or High 2 hours. Serves 8-10

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• Lean meats such as chicken or pork tenderloin will cook faster than meats with more connective tissue and fat such as beef chuck or pork shoulder.

• Meat should be positioned so that it rests in the stoneware and does not touch the lid.

• If you are cooking frozen meats (such as roasts or chickens), you must first add at least 1 cup of warm liquid. The liquid will act as a "cushion" to prevent sudden temperature changes. For most recipes containing cubed frozen meat, cook meats an additional 4 hours on LOW or 2 hours on HIGH. For large cuts of frozen meat, it may take much longer to defrost and tenderize.

FISH

• Fish cooks quickly and should be added at the end of the cooking cycle, during last fifteen minutes to hour of cooking.

SPECIALTY DISHES

• Specialty dishes, such as stuffed chops or steak rolls, stuffed cabbage leaves, stuffed peppers, or baked apples can be arranged in a single layer so they cook easily and serve attractively.

Visit the Crock-Pot®web site at www.crockpot.com, for additional Hints and Tips, Questions and Answers, and Recipes.

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RECIPES

CHUNKY VEGETARIAN CHILI

1 tablespoon olive oil

/4cup sour cream (optional garnish)

3 cloves garlic, minced

/4cup red bell pepper, chopped

/2cup green bell pepper, chopped 1 cup celery, chopped 1 1/2tablespoons chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 bay leaf

/2teaspoon salt

/2teaspoon black pepper 1 cup zucchini, chopped chunky 1 cup mushrooms, chopped chunky 1 package frozen corn kernels 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 16-ounce can stewed tomatoes, undrained 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained 1 15-ounce can pinto beans, rinsed and drained1/4cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional garnish) 1 28-ounce can whole tomatoes, undrained 1 1/2cups Vidalia onion, chopped (or other large,

and chopped sweet yellow onion)

1. Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or large sauté pan over medium heat.

2. Add onion, garlic, bell peppers, and celery.

3. Sauté 5 minutes or until tender and transfer to slow cooker stoneware.

4. Add remaining ingredients and cook on Low 6-8 hours or High 5-7 hours.

5. Serve over white or brown rice and garnish with sour cream and/or shredded

cheese.

Serves 6-8

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RECIPES

ALL-AMERICAN MEAT LOAF

3 pounds ground beef 4 cups bread crumbs 2 cups ketchup 1 cups onion, chopped 4 eggs, beaten 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons black pepper 16 slices American cheese (cut into strips) 1 6-ounce can tomato paste

1. Combine ingredients except cheese and tomato paste.

2. Shape half of mixture into a loaf. Arrange the cheese strips on the meat and top with remaining meat, pressing edges together to seal.

3. Place in slow cooker. Top with tomato paste.

4. Cover; cook on Low 6-8 hours or High 3-4 hours.

Serves 12

THE BEST ASIAN RIBS EVER

2 full racks baby back pork ribs 6 ounces Hoisin sauce 1 ounce fresh ginger 4 ounces maraschino cherries 4 ounces rice wine vinegar Water to cover Chopped scallions

1. Split each rack of ribs into 3 sections.

2. Add all ingredients to slow cooker stoneware.

3. Cover; Cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours or High for 3 to 3

hours.

4 Garnish with scallions. Serves 6-8

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