Moulinex 043-1438-2 User Manual
USER GUIDE
GUIDE DE L’UTILISATEUR
EN FR
6-QUART DIGITAL SLOW COOKER
AUTOCUISEUR NUMÉQUE DE 6 PTES
043-1438-2
If you have any questions or concerns please call our Moulinex
toll-free number at 1-888-670-6681.
Si vous avez des questions ou des préoccupations, veuillez
appeler notre numéro sans frais Moulinex au 1-888-670-6681.
www.moulinex.ca
contents
important safeguards
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product diagram
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operating your slow cooker
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care and cleaning
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contenu
importantes mises en garde
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description des pièces
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avant la première utilisation
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entretien et nettoyage
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Use pot holders
when removing lid or handling hot containers.
3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs,
or the 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 or before putting on or taking
off parts. Allow unit to cool before cleaning.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to be the manufacturer, for examination
repair or adjustment. See Warranty section.
7. The use of accessories or attachments, not recommended or sold
by the manufacture, may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
10. Do not place appliance base 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 liquids.
12. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to “OFF”, then remove plug
from wall outlet.
13. This appliance is for Household Use Only. Do not use appliance for
other than intended use.
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14. This appliance generates steam. Do not operate uncovered.
15. Do not block steam from venting around edges of lid. Never block
any steam vent holes.
16. Lift and open Lid carefully to avoid scalding and allow water to
drip into Casserole.
17. 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. Do not use a cracked container.
18. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service
representative.
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.
a) A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) should
be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or
tripping over a longer cord.
b) Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
c) If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord
should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the
appliance; and
2) The 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 unintentionally.
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Toll free number for Moulinex: 1-888-670-6681
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PRODUCT DIAGRAM
1. Cooking Base
2. Handles
3. Electronic Control
a) Digital Display
b) Cook Mode/ Temperature Button
c) Cook Time Button
d) Off Button
e) Indicator Lights(LOW,MEDIUM,HIGH&WARM)
4. Glass Lid
5. Ceramic Casserole
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OPERATING YOUR SLOW COOKER
Before Use
1. Unpack and remove all parts and packaging materials from the
carton.
2. DO NOT plug the power cord into any outlet before reading these
instructions.
3. Wash the Casserole and Lid in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry
thoroughly.
4. Wipe the interior and exterior of the Base with a clean, damp
cloth. Dry thoroughly with a soft polishing cloth.
5. Place the Slow Cooker on a dry, level surface. Place Casserole in
Base and add 2 cups (500 ml) of water. Cover with Lid and plug
cord into wall outlet. Follow the instructions in the “How to Use
the Slow Cooker” section and allow the unit to cook on high for
30 minutes.
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6. Once the time has elapsed, push the Off Button, unplug the Slow
Cooker and allow it to cool. Remove the Casserole and discard
water.
7. Rinse Casserole and Lid. Dry thoroughly and place back in the
Base.
Note: DO NOT use harsh detergents or abrasive cleansers on
any parts of the appliance. DO NOT immerse the Base or power
cord and plug in water or any other liquid. Coffee Brewing
USE: The Ceramic Casserole may be used in a conventional, convection,
or microwave oven so long as it is not heated under a broiler or top
browning element. NEVER use the Glass Lid in any type of oven. Both
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HOW TO USE CERAMIC CASSEROLE
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS: Like any ceramic, the Casserole may crack or
break if not handled properly resulting in injury or property damage.
To prevent damage to the Casserole:
• Always handle with care as all ceramics are breakable.
• Always use potholders when handling hot containers.
• DO NOT place hot Ceramic Casserole on counter. Use heat resistant
trivet.
• DO NOT place Ceramic Casserole or Lid on range top burner, under a
broiling or microwave browning element or in a toaster oven.
• DO NOT place hot Ceramic Casserole or Lid in a sink or on cold wet
surfaces.
• DO NOT use the Ceramic Casserole to pop corn, caramelize sugar
or make candy.
• DO NOT use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads or any object that
could scratch the Ceramic Casserole or Lid.
• DO NOT repair or use if any part is chipped, cracked or broken.
USE: The Ceramic Casserole may be used in a conventional, convection, or
microwave oven so long as it is not heated under a broiler or top browning element. NEVER use the Glass Lid in any type of oven. Both the Glass
Lid and Ceramic Casserole can be cleaned in a dishwasher and also be
used to store food in the refrigerator or freezer.
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CARE: Use only wooden or plastic utensils. Metal utensils can scratch
or mark the ceramic. The Casserole can be washed by hand or in a dishwasher.
DO NOT allow the Ceramic Casserole to soak or stand in water for an
extended period of time. Heating the Casserole after soaking may cause
the surface to craze. If scouring is required use only plastic or nylon
pads with non-abrasive cleansers.
• NEVER subject the Casserole to sudden temperature changes such as
moving it from the refrigerator directly into the oven or immersing it
in water when it is hot.
• NEVER add cold water to a hot Ceramic Casserole.
• NEVER place it in contact with direct intense heat such as on a
range burner or under a broiler element.
• NEVER heat the Casserole when it is empty. NEVER preheat the Base.
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• NEVER add cold food from the refrigerator directly to the Casserole.
• NEVER unplug the Base and allow the Casserole to cool before
cleaning.
HOW TO USE THE GLASS LID
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS: The Glass Lid may shatter if exposed to
direct heat or sudden temperature changes. Chips, cracks or deep
scratches may also weaken the Lid. If the Lid becomes chipped,
cracked or scratched, do not use it. Discard it and order a replacement.
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ALWAYS allow Lid to cool on a dry heat resistant surface before han-
dling. NEVER place it on a cold or wet surface as this may cause it to
crack or shatter. NEVER uses the Glass Lid in a conventional, convection or microwave oven.
HOW TO USE SLOW COOKER
A Slow Cooker is easy to use but it is different from conventional
cooking. This booklet is intended to be used as a general guideline and
contains several suggestions and helpful hints for successful slow
cooking. One of the benefits of slow cooking is that meals can be
prepared in advance and the cooking time can be set so that the food
is ready to serve at the appropriate time. There is an abundance of
recipes specifically designed for slow cooking that can be easily found
on the internet or in recipe books at your local bookstore or library.
1. Place the Slow Cooker on a dry, level surface. Add recipe
ingredients to the Ceramic Casserole and cover with Lid. Place
Ceramic Casserole in Slow Cooker base.
2. Plug unit into the wall outlet. The digital display will flash
“- - - -“.
3. Press the Cook Mode Button to select Low, Medium, High or Warm.
(Press once for Low, twice for Medium, 3 times for High and 4
times for Warm) The default setting of 6 hours (6:00) will be
shown in the Digital Display if you have selected Low, Medium,
High or Warm. After 3 seconds the Indicator Light will illuminate
beside Low, Medium, High or Warm, depending on your selected
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setting.
4. Set the required amount of time by pressing the “Cook Time”
Button. Each time you press the Cook Time Button the time will
increase by 30 minutes, to a maximum of 10 hours. If you don’t
press the Cook Time Button for 3 seconds the cooking time will be
the time showing in the Display Window.
NOTE: If you would prefer less cooking time than the default
set ting of 6 hours, continue to press the Cook Time Button past
10 hours and the Cook Time will display 30 minutes. Press to
increase the time by 30 minute increments.
5. Once the Cooking Time is finished, the unit will switch to “Warm.”
The default time of the Warm cycle is 6 hours. NOTE: If you would
prefer less warming time that the default 6 hours, continue to
press the Cook Time Button past 10 hours and Cook Time will
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display 30 minutes. Press to increase the time by 30 minute
increments.
6. Once the 6 hours has elapsed, the slow cooker automatically
switches Off. The indicator lights will go out and the Digital
Display shows “-----“. Unplug the Slow Cooker from the wall
outlet.
NOTE: To stop heating during the cooking process, press the Off
Button. The Digital Display blinks “- - - -“. Unplug the
Slow Cooker.
HELPFUL HINTS USING THE SLOW COOKER
• The Lid does not form a tight seal with the Casserole. However, it
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should be centered on the Casserole for the best results.
• Stirring is not required while slow cooking. However, when
cooking on High, stirring occasionally will help distribute flavours.
• For best results the Casserole should be at least half full.
• For soups and stews, leave a 2” (5 cm) space between the food
and the top to allow ingredients to simmer. When cooking on High
setting, keep checking from time to time as some soups and stews
may come to a boil.
• When slow cooking it is more appropriate to use less tender,
cheaper cuts of meat than the more expensive varieties. Remove
excess fat before cooking and if called for, brown the meat on a
range top using a metal frypan before adding meat to the
Casserole.
• The greater the fat content in the meat the less liquid is required.
When cooking meat with high fat content, place thick slices of on
ion under the meat so that it will not sit and cook in the fat.
Roasts, when cooked on Low, may be prepared without adding any
liquid.
• Use a meat thermometer to determine if the meat has been
cooked to your taste.
• Fresh or thawed sh or seafood should be added to the Casserole
only 1 hour before serving as they can fall apart during
prolonged cooking.
• Since raw vegetables take longer to cook than meat, cut them into
small pieces 1/2” (12mm) diameter before adding to Casserole.
• Milk, sour cream or other dairy products should be added just
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before serving as these tend to break down during prolonged
cooking. You may substitute condensed milk or evaporated milk.
Processed cheese may also be used instead of naturally aged
cheese.
• Rice and pasta may be cooked separately or added uncooked
to the ingredients no more than two hours before serving. If the
pasta is uncooked there should be at least 2 cups (500 ml) of
liquid in the Casserole. Stir occasionally to prevent pieces from
sticking together.
• To thicken juices or make gravy at the end of the cooking cycle,
make a smooth mixture of 2 to 4 tbsps. (30 – 60 ml) of
cornstarch, 1/4 cup (60 ml) of water, and 2 tbsp. (30 ml) of
butter. Remove cooked food from Casserole. Add the mixture to
the juices remaining in the Casserole, set to High and stir until
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liquid thickens.
• Do not worry if the food remains in the Slow Cooker longer than
planned. The Slow Cooker cooks very slowly and will be very
forgiving if you are running a little late.
GENERAL RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Prepare recipe according to directions.
2. Place food in Ceramic Casserole and cover with Lid.
3. Use the following chart to help adapt your favorite recipes to the
Slow Cooker. These times are approximate and should be used only
as general guidelines.
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