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Instruction Manual
Item No.: 747005
120V~, 60Hz, 280W
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8.5-Qt. Programmable Slow Cooker
Style
and
Convenience!
MODEL: MST-940D
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Thank you for purchasing your 8.5-Qt. Programmable Slow Cooker by
Montgomery Ward®. It will perform to the highest standard, time after time,
with all the convenience and durability you rely on from Wards.
We guarantee it!
From the main course to the dessert, your Programmable Slow Cooker can
handle whatever type of meal you want to make. Its large 8.5-Qt. capacity
gives you the ability to cook for parties or a large family. With the delay
feature, you can set your slow cooker to start at a later time.
Cooking has never been so easy!
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PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using this appliance.
WARNING: TO AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, ALWAYS MAKE
SURE THE PRODUCT IS UNPLUGGED FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET
BEFORE ASSEMBLING, DISASSEMBLING, RELOCATING OR CLEANING.
DO NOT TRY TO SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF.
1. Close supervision is necessary when using this appliance near children. This
appliance is NOT suitable for use by children.
2. NEVER leave appliance unattended while in use.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do NOT place cord, plug or appliance in
water or other liquid.
4. Do NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch any hot surfaces.
5. To disconnect from electrical outlet, pull directly on plug; do NOT pull on the cord.
6. NEVER connect or disconnect plug with wet hands.
7. Do NOT allow appliance to rest on cord.
8. Do NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free customer
service number for information regarding returning or replacing the product.
9. Do NOT connect appliance to a timer or an independent remote control.
10. Unplug appliance when not in use.
11. Do NOT use or place appliance near or on any flammable materials such as
tablecloth, curtains, towels, paper, plastic, etc.
12. Always place appliance on a flat, level and heat-resistant surface.
13. Do NOT touch the base of the slow cooker during its operation or before it
cools. Use potholders when removing glass lid or stoneware pot.
14. Do NOT move appliance while in operation.
15. Use EXTREME CAUTION when opening lid.
DANGER: Escaping steam can cause burns, scalding and serious injuries.
16. Allow appliance to cool down completely before handling and cleaning.
CAUTION: Even when turned off and unplugged, the slow cooker remains hot
for some time.
17. Only place food to be cooked into the stoneware pot and NEVER in the base.
18. NEVER leave uncooked food at room temperature in the slow cooker.
19. Do NOT use the stoneware pot to store food in the refrigerator and then reheat in the
base unit. The sudden temperature change may crack the pot.
20. NEVER subject hot stoneware pot or hot glass lid to cold water or other cold
environments.
21. Do NOT use stoneware pot or glass lid if chipped, cracked or severely scratched.
22. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.
23. This appliance is NOT recommended for outdoor or commercial use.
Important Safeguards ........................... 3
Polarized Plug ......................................4
Parts & Features ...................................5
Before Using for the First Time............. 6
Stoneware Pot Care ............................. 6
How to Use ........................................7-8
Cooking Tips......................................8-9
Cleaning & Care ................................... 9
Recipes..........................................10-13
Warranty & Return Information ......14-15
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Important Safeguards
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY
© 2017 Montgomery Ward, Inc. All rights reserved.
ank you
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Polarized Plug
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety
feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in 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.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
1. A short cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in
or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer detachable power cords or extension cords are available and may be
used if care is exercised in their use.
3. If a long detachable power cord or extension cord is used:
• The marked electrical rating of the detachable power cord or extension cord
should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
• The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop
or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
PLASTICIZER WARNING
CAUTION: To prevent plasticizers from migrating from the finish of the countertop or
tabletop or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coaster or placemats between the
appliance and the finish of the countertop or tabletop. Failure to do so may cause
the nish to darken. Permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear.
Parts & Features
1. Lid Handle
2. Stoneware Pot Handles
3. Base Handles
4. Time Display
5. Delay Button
6. High//Low/Warm Mode Button
7. Time Program Buttons
8. Power Button
9. Base
10. Tempered Glass Lid
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Before Using for the First Time
Stoneware Pot Care
CAUTION: Risk of suffocation - keep all packaging and plastic bags out of the
reach of children.
1. Remove all parts from the box and discard packaging.
2. Clean the exterior surface of the slow cooker by wiping it with a soft, damp
cloth. Do NOT use an abrasive scouring pad or steel wool as this could damage the finish. Do NOT allow water to seep around touch screen.
Do NOT immerse the base in water or other liquid.
3. Wash the glass lid and stoneware pot in hot, soapy water with a non-abrasive sponge.
4. Dry all parts thoroughly.
5. Put the stoneware pot into the base and fill with 4 cups of water. Put lid on pot.
6. Plug into electrical outlet and press the power button. The time display will
illuminate and the numbers will blink.
7. Press the mode button to select High.
8. Press the “-” time program button until :30 appears on the time display. The
slow cooker will begin to heat after 5 seconds.
NOTE: A little smoke might be seen during the first 15 minutes. This is normal.
9. After 30 minutes, press the power button to turn off the unit. Unplug and allow
the unit to cool.
10. Remove the lid. Wearing oven mitts, grasp the stoneware pot handles to lift and
remove the pot from the base. Empty out the water from the stoneware pot.
11. Rinse the stoneware pot, dry and place back into base.
How to Use
Like any ceramic, the stoneware pot may crack or break if not properly handled. To
prevent damage, handle with care! WARNING: Failure to follow these instructions
can cause breakage resulting in injury or property damage.
• Always use oven mitts or potholders when handling hot stoneware!
• Do NOT place hot stoneware pots on counter top. Use a protective trivet.
• Do NOT place stoneware pot on stovetop burner, under a broiler or microwave
browning element or in a toaster oven.
• Do NOT strike utensils against rim of stoneware pot to dislodge food.
• Do NOT use stoneware pot to make popcorn, caramelize sugar or make candy.
• Do NOT use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or any object that will scratch the
stoneware.
• Do NOT use or repair any stoneware pot or lid that is chipped, cracked or broken.
• Do NOT use stoneware pot for reheating foods or for general food storage.
• Always place foods into the stoneware pot at room temperature; then place
stoneware pot into the base unit before turning unit ON.
• Do NOT place hot or warm stoneware pot into a cold environment, including water.
• Do NOT use the stoneware pot to store food in the refrigerator and then reheat in
the base unit. The sudden temperature change may crack the pot.
• NEVER heat the stoneware pot when it is empty.
Mode Settings
Setting Maximum Temperature
(°F)
Default Cook Time
(hours)
Warm 145 4
Low 208 8
High 212 4
Slow Cooking
1. Place the base on a dry, level and heat-resistant surface, away from the edge
of the table.
2. Place food and other ingredients into the stoneware pot and place the pot into the base.
3. Cover with the glass lid.
NOTE: If you need to pre-cook or brown foods prior to slow cooking, this must be
done in a pan. Do NOT try to brown or pre-cook food in the slow cooker.
4. Plug cord into a 120V AC outlet. The display will illuminate, the numbers will blink
and the lights under High/Low/Warm will illuminate. Press the power button.
5. Press the mode button to select either High or Low setting for slow cooking. The
words “High” or “Low” will appear on the time display, along with the associated
default cook time and the light by the selected setting will illuminate.
6. To decrease or increase the cook time (up to 20 hours), press the “+” or “-” time
program button. Cooking will start after 5 seconds.
7. (Optional) Press the delay button to delay the start of cooking for up to 8 hours. To
increase or decrease the delay time from the default of 2 hours, press the the “+” or
“-” time program button. The delay timer will start after 5 seconds.
NOTE: Pressing the power button at any time will turn the unit OFF.
8. When cooking time runs down to 00:00, the slow cooker will automatically
switch to warming mode for 4 hours. If you do not want the unit on warming
mode, push the power button to turn off the unit. Unplug the unit.
9. Using an oven mitt, carefully remove the glass lid lifting it away from you.
DANGER: Steam can cause burns, scalding and serious injuries.
10. Allow a few seconds for all of the steam to escape. Inspect and test food for doneness.
11. Using oven mitts, remove the stoneware pot from the base. Serve contents.
NOTE: When serving directly from the stoneware pot, always place a trivet or
hotpad under the pot before placing it on a table or countertop.
12. Allow to cool before cleaning.
Warming Mode
After cooking is complete, you can keep the contents of the slow cooker warm for
up to 20 hours. To do so, follow the steps below after powering ON the unit.
1. Press the mode button until Warm is selected.
2. If desired, increase or decrease the warming time (default 4 hours), by pressing
the “+” or “-” time program button. Warming will start in 5 seconds.
3. (Optional) Press the delay button to delay the start of warming for up to 8 hours. To
increase or decrease the delay time from the default of 2 hours, press the the “+” or
“-” time program button. The delay timer will start in 5 seconds.
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Cleaning & Care
This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts. Do NOT try to repair it yourself.
If your appliance is damaged or does not operate, please call customer service to
repair or replace it.
PRECAUTIONS:
• Always unplug unit and allow to cool before cleaning.
• Do NOT use anything abrasive on the base or stoneware pot that can scratch or
damage the finish.
• NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE IN WATER OR PUT IN DISHWASHER.
1. Clean the exterior surface of the base by wiping it with a soft, damp cloth. Do
NOT use an abrasive scouring pad or steel wool as this could damage the finish.
Do NOT allow water to seep around the control panel.
2. Wash the stoneware pot and lid in warm, soapy water with a non-abrasive
sponge or place in dishwasher.
3. If food residue is stuck in stoneware pot, fill with hot, soapy water and soak overnight. Do NOT allow the pot to stand in water all night.
4. Thoroughly dry all parts before use or storage.
TO STORE:
Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing. Store appliance in its box or in a
clean, dry place free from sharp objects. NEVER store it while it is hot or wet.
When storing, place stoneware pot inside the base with the glass lid over the stoneware pot. To protect the glass lid, it may be wrapped with a soft cloth and placed
upside down over the stoneware pot. NEVER wrap cord tightly around the appliance;
keep it loosely coiled.
Cooking Tips
Cooking Chart
Food Weight
(lb.)
Low Setting
Cook Time (hours)
High Setting
Cook Time (hours)
Beef Roast 3 3–4 1.5
Beef Brisket 4–5 8 6
Turkey Breast 6–7 6–7 3–4
Whole Chicken 4–6 6 4
Chicken Pieces, bone-in 3–4 4–5 1.5
Fully Cooked Ham 7.5 4–5 3
Pork Tenderloin 2–3 2–3 1.5–2
Pork Roast 4–5 4–5 2–2.5
Pork Chops 2–3 5 2–3
Slow cooking has always been the best way to prepare a nutritious hot meal with
minimum preparation and maximum free time. Traditionally slow cooking has centered on soups and casseroles, but with the stoneware pot you can also produce
most meals and dinner party dishes.
Most foods are suited to slow cooking and following these guidelines will help you
create a delicious meal, time after time.
• The lid is not a sealed fit and the built-up heat will escape when the lid is opened.
Each time you remove the lid, allow an additional 10 minutes for cooking time.
• If cooking soups, leave 2" of space between the glass lid and the surface of the
soup to allow simmering.
• Many factors can affect how quickly a recipe will cook. The water and fat content
of food, its temperature and the size of the item(s) will all affect the cooking
time. Trim excess fat from meat before cooking, since slow cooking does not
allow fat to evaporate.
• Cut root vegetables into small, even pieces, as they take longer to cook than
meat. For best results, sauté vegetables for 2–3 minutes before slow cooking.
Place vegetables at the bottom of the pot and ensure all ingredients are immersed in the cooking liquid.
• For best flavor, use whole-leaf herbs and spices during initial preparation. If
ground herbs and spices are used, stir in during last hour of cooking.
• Recipes for vegetable-type casseroles must contain liquid to prevent scorching
on the sides of the cooking pot.
• If adapting an existing recipe from conventional cooking, you may need to cut
down on the amount of liquid used. Liquid will not evaporate from the slow
cooker to the same extent as with conventional cooking.
• When cooking joints of meat, ham and poultry etc., the size and shape of the
joint is important. Try to keep the joint in the lower 2/3 of the pot and fully cover
with water. If necessary, cut in two pieces.
• The LOW setting is recommended for all-day cooking. Most meat and vegetable
combinations require at least 7 hours on LOW.
• Canned beans may be added directly to any recipe, but dried beans, especially
red kidney beans, may be soaked in water (if desired) and boiled first. After
covering and boiling in 3 times their volume of unsalted water, discard water
and add beans to recipe. It is recommended that beans are softened completely
before they are combined with sugary and/or acidic foods, as these have a
hardening effect on beans. In this case, beans should be allowed to simmer
until tender (about 1½ hours) after boiling.
• Some ingredients are not suitable for slow cooking. Pasta, seafood, milk and
cream should be added towards the end of the cooking time.
Cooking Tips (cont’d)
NOTE: Pressing the power button at any time will turn the unit OFF.
4. When warming time has expired, the slow cooker will automatically turn off.
5. Unplug unit and allow to cool before cleaning.
How to Use (cont’d)
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Recipes
Recipes
Piemonte Pork Loin
Ingredients:
3 cloves of garlic, minced 1 Tbsp. dried Italian seasoning
1 yellow onion, diced ½ tsp. garlic salt
1 lb. pkg. dried Great Northern Beans, rinsed 1 tsp. black pepper
5 lb. pork loin (remove excess fat) 1 cup apple juice
10 oz. cubed Italian hard salami 1 cup white wine
16 oz. jar mild giardiniera in vinegar, undrained 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
Instructions:
1. Place garlic, onion and dried beans in slow cooker.
2. Place pork loin on top of beans.
3. Add salami and giardiniera (including liquid) to slow cooker.
4. In a bowl, mix Italian seasoning, garlic salt, pepper, apple juice, white wine and
tomato paste. Pour over pork.
5. With lid on slow cooker, cook on low for 7 hours (until pork loin registers 160° F
on thermometer). Slice and serve.
Yield: 6–8 servings
Barcelona Chicken
Ingredients:
4 (bone-in) split, chicken breasts, ½ cup orange juice
skin removed ½ cup chicken stock
4 Tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 Tbsp. grated lemon zest
½ tsp. garlic salt 1 Tbsp. grated orange zest
½ tsp. ground black pepper 1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
4 cloves garlic, sliced 1 Tbsp. honey
1 whole red onion, diced
½ tsp. sweet (or smoked) paprika
½ cup dried apricots or golden raisins 1 bay leaf
1 cup pimento-stuffed olives 1 cinnamon stick
¾ cup (4 oz.) diced roasted red peppers ½ cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
1 cup red wine
Instructions:
1. Mix flour, garlic salt and pepper in bowl. Dust chicken then set aside.
2. Place garlic and red onion in slow cooker.
3. Place chicken on top of garlic and onion in slow cooker.
4. Add apricots or golden raisins, olives and red peppers to slow cooker.
5. Whisk red wine, orange juice, chicken stock, fruit zests, vinegar, honey, paprika
and remaining flour mixture together. Pour over chicken.
6. Nestle bay leaf and cinnamon stick among chicken breasts.
7. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours (until chicken registers 165° F on thermometer).
8. Add chopped parsley and stir. Serve.
Yield: 4 servings
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Beef Tomato Stroganoff
Ingredients:
3 cloves minced garlic 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
1 diced onion ½ Tbsp. dried thyme
1 lb. quartered button mushrooms ½ tsp. dried marjoram
1 cup diced tomatoes (can substitute 1 cup 1 tsp. black pepper
drained stewed tomatoes) 1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
3 lb. bottom round roast (1” cubes) ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
10.75 oz. can condensed cream of 1 Tbsp. garlic salt
mushroom soup 8 oz. sour cream
2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce ¼ cup chopped fresh dill
Instructions:
1. Place garlic, onion, mushrooms and tomatoes in slow cooker.
2. Place cubed beef on top of vegetables.
3. Mix soup, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, thyme, marjoram, vinegar, flour,
garlic salt and pepper in bowl. Pour over beef.
4. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
5. When cooked, stir in sour cream and dill.
Yield: 8–10 servings
Apple Butter
Ingredients:
6 lb. apples (combination of Gala and Granny Smith), ½ tsp. ground allspice
peeled and finely chopped ¾ tsp. ground cloves
3 cups granulated sugar ½ tsp. salt
1 cup brown sugar ½ cup apple cider
1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
Instructions:
1. Place apples in slow cooker.
2. Combine the rest of the ingredients and pour over apples.
3. Mix well.
4. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour.
5. Reduce heat to low and cook for 10–12 hours until thickened and dark brown,
stirring occasionally.
6. Uncover and cook on low for 1 hour longer.
7. Let cool.
8. Store in the refrigerator or freezer.
Yield: 2 quarts
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for one year from provable date of purchase.
Within this warranty period, Montgomery Ward will repair or
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abuse or neglect on part of the owner. Warranty is also
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