Multipot MSC-570 Instruction Manual

DIGITAL
SLOW COOKER

Instruction Booklet

Model: MSC-570

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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 potholders
when removing lid or handling hot containers.

3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs, or
the appliance 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 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 Toastess for examination, repair or
adjustment. See Warranty.

7. The use of accessories or attachments, not recommended or sold by
Toastess 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.

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.

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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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in 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
modify the plug in any way.

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INTRODUCTION

This MultiPot is a convenient and easy to use appliance that will help
you prepare meals for the whole family with minimum effort. The Oval
Ceramic Casserole and Glass Lid double as a handy Casserole so the
meal can be brought right to the table. They are dishwasher safe for
easy clean ups.

DESCRIPTION OF PARTS

1) Cooking Base

2) Handles

3) Electronic Control

a) Digital Display
b) Temperature Button
c) Cook Time Button
d) Indicator Lights

(Low, High and Warm)

4) Glass Lid

5) Ceramic Casserole

BEFORE FIRST 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 MultiPot on a level, dry surface. Place Casserole in Base

and add 2 cups of water. Cover with Lid and plug cord into wall
outlet. Follow the instructions in the ‘How to Use the MultiPot’
section and allow the unit to cook on high for 30 minutes.

6. Once the time has elapsed, unplug the MultiPot and allow it

to cool. Remove the Casserole and discard water.

7. Rinse Casserole and Lid. Dry thoroughly and place back in the Base.

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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.

HOW TO USE THE 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 ceramic is 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.

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.

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• 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.

• NEVER add cold food from the refrigerator directly to the Casserole.

• ALWAYS 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.

ALWAYS allow Lid to cool on a dry heat resistant surface before handling.
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 THE MULTIPOT

A MultiPot 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. There
is an abundance of recipes specifically designed for slow cooking that
can be easily found on the internet or in recipe books in your local
bookstores and libraries.

1. Place the MultiPot on a dry level surface. Add recipe ingredients to

the Ceramic Casserole and cover with Lid. Place Ceramic
Casserole in MultiPot base.

2. Plug unit into the wall outlet. The digital display will flash

“- - - -“.

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3. Press the Temperature Button to select Low, High or Warm. (Press

once for Low, twice for High, 3 times for Warm and 4 times for
Stand Time.) The default setting of 6 hours (6:00) will be shown in
the Digital Display if you have selected Low, High or Warm.
Nothing will be shown in the Digital Display if you have chosen
“Stand Time”. After 3 seconds the Indicator Light will illuminate
under Low, High or Warm, depending on your selected setting.

4. Set the required amount of time by pressing the “Time” Button.

Each time you press the Time Button the time will increase by 30
minutes, to a maximum of 10 hours. If you don’t press the Time
Button for 3 seconds the cooking time will be the time showing in
the Display Window.

NOTE: If you prefer less cooking time than the default setting of
6 hours, continue to press the 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 “Stand

Time” mode for 10 minutes. The Digital Display will countdown the
10 minute Stand Time then will automatically switch to Warm. The
default time of the Warm cycle is 10 hours.

6. Once the 10 hours has elapsed, the MultiPot automatically

switches to Stand Time. The indicator Lights will go out and the
Display shows “- - - -“. Unplug the unit from the wall outlet.

NOTE: To stop heating during the cooking process, press the
Temperature Button until the remaining cooking time blinks in the
Digital Display and the Indicator Light goes out. Wait 5 seconds
and the unit will switch to the Stand Time cycle and the Digital
Display blinks “- - - -“. Unplug the MultiPot.

HELPFUL HINTS USING THE MULTIPOT

• The Lid does not form a tight seal with the Casserole. However, it

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 Casserole should be at least half full.

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• 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
onion 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 fish 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

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 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 liquid
thickens.

• Do not worry if the food remains in the MultiPot longer than

planned. The MultiPot cooks very slowly and will be very for
giving if you are running a little late.

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