Cook and Hold 4 Litre
CSC400U
Congratulations on your purchase of the Cuisinart Cook & Hold.
For over 30 years Cuisinart’s aim has been to produce the very nest kitchen equipment so that cooks at home
as well as professional chefs have the tools to express their creativity.
All Cuisinart products are engineered for exceptionally long life, and designed to be easy to use as well as to give
excellent performance day after day. That is why they have come to be regarded as the de ning machines in their
eld by chefs across the world.
Whatever you cook, cook it better with Cuisinart.
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CONTENTS
Product Description
Safety Cautions
Instructions for Use
A Cooking with the timer
B Cooking without the timer
C Hints & tips
D Adapting your recipes
Cleaning & Maintenance
UK Guarantee
UK After Sales Service
Recipes
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Product Description
Glass lid with stainless steel
rim and chrome plated handle
Ceramic pot
Stainless steel housing
“Hold” indicator light
“Cook” indicator light
Temperature dial
Timer dial
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Safety Cautions
Carefully read all the instructions thoroughly before using the appliance and keep in a safe place for future reference.
Always follow these safety cautions when using this appliance to avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance. This appliance should be used only as described within this instruction book.
ß Unplug from the mains when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off
parts.
ß Never disconnect the plug by pulling on the lead.
ß Always ensure that your hands are dry before removing the plug from the mains socket.
ß The lid and bowl can be removed for washing by hand or in a dishwasher.
ß Do not immerse the heater base in water or put it in a dishwasher. Disconnect from the mains, allow to cool,
and clean using a damp cloth. Allow to dry thoroughly before re-use or storing.
ß Do not allow the lead to overhang the edge of the table or work surface.
ß Do not use this appliance if the lead is damaged. In the event of damage the lead must be replaced by a special
lead available from the manufacturer or its service agent. (See “UK After Sales Service” section).
ß Do not use this appliance if it has fallen or shows signs of damage. Discontinue use immediately. Contact the
Cuisinart helpline (See, “After Sales Service” section).
ß No repair should be carried out by the user. In case of fault, contact the Cuisinart Helpline, (See ‘UK After Sales
Service’ section).
ß Use this appliance for cooking only as described within these instructions for use. Retain these for future ref-
erence.
ß WARNING: A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety shock hazard. Ensure the cut off
plug is disposed of safely.
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ß The appliance and all its parts get very hot during use, always wear oven gloves to remove the
ceramic pot and lid.
ß For indoor use only.
ß For domestic use only.
ß Maximum cooking capacity of the appliance is 3.8 Litres.
ß Do not use any attachments other than those recommended or sold by Cuisinart.
ß Extreme caution must be used when moving a Slow Cooker containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
ß Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric hob or in an oven.
ß Avoid sudden temperature changes such as placing a chilled ceramic pot into the base of the
appliance. Really cold food or water can crack a hot ceramic pot.
ß When hot, never place the ceramic pot directly on a table or work surface.
ß Never heat ceramic pot when it is empty.
ß Do not touch sides of the ceramic pot or the housing whilst food is cooking.
ß Do not place the ceramic pot into an oven, heat only using the base of the appliance it is sold with.
ß The ceramic pot should always be at least half full for best cooking results; however, the appliance should never
be more than three quarters full or approximately 4cm from the top rim.
ß For food safety reasons, whole chickens should not be cooked in a Slow Cooker. They may not reach safe tem-
perature in the correct amount of time.
ß When cooking meat, set the appliance on ‘High’ for 2 hours and then reduce to ‘Low’ for the
remaining cooking time.
ß Because the appliance heats and cooks at low temperatures, food should be at room temperature before it
goes into the appliance.
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ß This appliance should not be used for reheating foods. It may not reheat chilled foods quickly
enough to prevent the development of harmful bacteria.
ß To save any leftover food, remove from the ceramic pot and store, refrigerated, in plastic containers up to 2
days, or freeze for future use.
ß Do not add frozen foods to the appliance during cooking. Heat to room temperature before adding.
ß This appliance should not be used by adults or children whose lack of experience, product knowledge or
disability might cause a hazard, unless they have been correctly instructed and are adequately supervised.
ß Children should always be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this product.
ß WARNING: Polythene bags over a product may be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep this
wrapper away from babies and children. This bag is not a toy.
ß This appliance complies with the basic requirements of Directives 04/108/EEC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
and 06/95/EEC (Safety of domestic electrical appliances) amended by Directive 93/68/EEC (CE Marking).
DECLARATION OF COMPLIANCE ( 1st May 2007 )
The ceramic bowl used in the Cuisinart Cook & Hold ( Ref : CSC400U ) was manufactured by
Fengtang Dongmen Liangfa Porcelain Factory Chaoan, Fengtang Ind.Zone, Chaoan, P.R.C. and
imported into the European Community by The Conair Group Ltd., Prospect Court, 3 Waterfront
Business park, Fleet, Hants.GU51 3TW.
This ceramic bowl meets fully the requirements of Commission Directive 2005/31/EC and Regulation (EC) No.
1935/2004.
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Instructions for Use
Before using this appliance, ensure the ceramic pot, cooking rack and lid are cleaned and dry.
A Cooking with the timer
ß Place the housing base on a at, clean and dry surface. Place the ceramic pot in the housing base.
ß Fill the ceramic pot with desired ingredients. Place the lid on top of the ceramic pot and plug the unit into the
mains.
ß Set the desired time by turning the timer dial to the recommended cooking time: 1-8 hours using half hour
increments.
ß Set the desired temperature, by turning the temperature dial to ‘Low’ or ‘High’ setting.
N.B. The ‘Hold’ setting is not a cooking function, it is only for used to keep cooked food warm and ready to
serve.
ß The ‘Cook’ indicator light will illuminate to denote the appliance is in ‘Cook’ mode and set on ‘Low’ or ‘High’
temperature setting.
N.B. If the timer is set to ‘0 hours’, the appliance will remain in ‘‘Hold’’ mode no matter what the
temperature states.
ß When the time has expired, the appliance will automatically switch to the ‘Hold’ setting and the ‘Hold’ light will
illuminate. This will remain illuminated until the appliance is turned off.
ß To turn the appliance off, turn the temperature dial to the ‘Off’ position.
ß Lift the ceramic pot by using the ceramic handles.
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B Cooking without the timer
ß Place the housing base on a at, clean and dry surface. Place the ceramic pot in the housing base.
ß Fill the ceramic pot with desired ingredients. Place the lid on top of the ceramic pot and plug the unit into the
mains.
ß Turn timer dial anticlockwise to the ‘On’ position.
ß Set the desired temperature by turning the temperature dial to ‘Low’ or ‘High’ setting.
N.B. The ‘Hold’ setting is not a cooking function; It is only for used to keep cooked food warm and ready to
serve.
ß The ‘Cook’ indicator light will illuminate to denote the appliance is in ‘Cook’ mode and set on ‘Low’ or ‘High’
temperature setting.
ß Temperature will remain on the selected setting until the unit is turned off by turning the temperature dial to
the ‘Off’ position.
ß Lift the ceramic pot by using the ceramic handles.
C Hints and Tips
ß Before food is added, the ceramic pot can be lightly coated with cooking spray to avoid sticking.
ß In general, cooking for 1 hour on ‘High’ is the equivalent of cooking for 2 hours on ‘Low’
ß If you are not ready to serve the meal as soon as the food is cooked, switch the temperature dial to the ‘Hold'
mode and the appliance will ‘Hold’ food at the perfect temperature until you are ready to serve.
ß Each time the lid is removed, heat will be lost and will add 15-20 minutes to your cooking time. If you need to
stir, lift the lid just enough to get the spoon in.
ß To reduce fat content from recipes, remove as much of the visible fat as possible from meats and poultry. Cook
and drain all minced meats. Remove skin from poultry.
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ß You can skim the separated fat from the top of the slow cooked food, or alternatively refrigerate the food and
the congealed fat can be lifted off and discarded before reheating and serving.
ß Many slow cooked foods such as stews bene t from cooling and refrigerating, then reheating.
ß If using frozen foods, ensure they are completely thawed before adding to the ceramic pot.
ß Dried beans should be soaked overnight, then rinsed, drained and rinsed again before cooking. Do not add salt
or anything acidic to the beans when cooking, as it will prevent them from softening completely. Dried beans
can be cooked ahead drained and frozen. Thaw thoroughly before adding to recipes.
ß This appliance is perfect for foods that require long slow simmering such as soups, stocks, stews and dried
beans
ß This appliance is the perfect way to cook items that require a ‘Bain Marie’. We recommend using hot water and
cooking on ‘High’ for most of these recipes.
ß Root vegetables such as carrots and potatoes will take longer to cook. Either cut into small pieces or place on
the bottom of the ceramic pot.
ß For tender vegetables, or to achieve a ‘crisp-tender’ result, add to the ceramic pot 30 minutes before the end
of the cooking time, to prevent over cooking.
ß Ground meats and uncooked sausages should always be browned and drained before adding to the Cook &
Hold. Smoked sausage does not need to be browned (though it may add avour and visual appeal). If browning
the night before, make sure the meat is thoroughly cooked and then refrigerated once cooled. Combine the
meat with other ingredients just before slow cooking.
ß Browning meats (roasts, chops, cubes for stews) and poultry adds avour and visual appeal to the nished dish.
It also helps to cook out some of the fat.
ß Cooking ground meats in the Cook & Hold without pre browning is not recommended as ground meat has
a ‘High’ level of bacteria, which, unless destroyed through thorough browning, can cause food poisoning. We
strongly advise against cooking meatloaf in the Cook & Hold for this same reason.
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D Adapting your recipes
ß For most recipes, reduce the cooking liquid by at least 50% (soups are the exception). Liquids do not evaporate
as they do in traditional cooking, and you often end up with more than when you began.
ß In most cases, all ingredients can go in the ceramic pot at once and can cook all day on a ‘Low’
setting. While it is not necessary to brown or sauté vegetables (onion, carrots, celery, peppers etc), it will add
to the avour. Browning meats adds both avour and visual appeal and helps to remove fat.
ß Certain cuts of meat are more appropriate for the slow cooking; see ‘Guide for Slow Cooking meat & poultry’
table.
ß Dairy products milk, sour cream and some cheeses will break down and curdle during slow cooking.
Substitute with canned evaporated milk or dried skimmed milk or add dairy products during the last 30
minutes of cooking.
ß When making soups, add solid ingredients to the appliance and then liquid to cover. If a thinner soup is desired,
add more liquid to taste.
ß If your recipe requires precooked pasta, undercook it.
ß Add rice to recipes during the last hour of cooking.
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Meat and Poultry Guide for Slow Cooking
Meat / Fish Cuts
Chicken/ Turkey/ Duck Portions Thighs, Breast joints, Quarters, Drumsticks
Beef Joints
Mince
Steak
Brisket, Topside, Silverside
Braising/Stewing
Fish Fillets
Lamb Joints
Mince
Steaks
Leg, shoulder, middle neck, Shanks
Pigeon/ Pheasant/ guinea fowl Whole
Pork Chops
Joints
Mince
Steak Stewing
Knuckle, Shoulder, Collar Gammon
Rabbit Pieces
Veal/ Venison Pieces Stewing
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Cleaning & Maintenance
ß Before rst use and after every use, clean each part thoroughly.
ß Unplug your appliance and allow it to cool before cleaning.
ß Place ceramic pot, cooking rack and lid in the dishwasher or wash with warm soapy water.
ß If food sticks to the side of the ceramic pot, ll with warm soapy water and allow to soak before cleaning.
ß If scouring is necessary, use a non abrasive cleanser or liquid detergent with a nylon pad or brush.
ß Never immerse the stainless steel housing plug or lead in water or other liquid, or place in a dishwasher.
To clean simply wipe the exterior with a clean damp cloth and dry thoroughly before storing. Apply any
cleaning agents to the cloth before cleaning, not to the housing.
ß Make sure all parts are clean and dry before storing. Store appliance in a clean, dry place.
ß Periodically check all parts before reassembly. If any part is damaged or the ceramic pot is chipped or cracked,
DO NOT USE APPLIANCE. Contact the Cuisinart helpline (see UK After Sales Service).
ß The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be
treated as household waste. Instead it should be handed over to an appropriate collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health,
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed
information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local council office or your
household waste disposal service.
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UK Guarantee
ß This Cuisinart appliance is guaranteed for domestic consumer use for 5 years.
ß The guarantee covers defects under normal use from date of purchase and ceases to be valid in the event of
alteration or repair by unauthorized persons.
ß If the appliance does not perform satisfactorily due to defects of material or manufacture, it will be repaired
or replaced by the manufacturer (see UK after sales service for details).
ß This guarantee is only valid in the United Kingdom and Eire (includes Channel Islands and The Isle of Man).
ß No responsibility will be accepted for any damage caused in transit.
ß A charge may be made if goods are returned outside the relevant guarantee period or if the product is
returned unnecessarily.
ß The manufacturer reserves the right to amend terms and speci cations without prior notice.
ß This guarantee in no way affects your statutory rights.
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