Proctor Silex 33042, 33043 User Guide

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Slow Cooker

Mijoteuse

Olla de cocción

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READ BEFORE USE

À LIRE AVANT UTILISATION

LEA ANTES DE USAR

Le invitamos a leer cuidadosamente este
instructivo antes de usar su aparato.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons,
including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or 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 to cool before

putting on or taking off parts.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appli-

ance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free
customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance

manufacturer may cause injuries.

8. Do not use outdoors.

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

including stove.

10. Do not place on or near hot gas or an electric burner, or in a heated oven.

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot

oil or other hot liquids.

12. To disconnect slow cooker, turn any control to OFF; then remove plug from

wall outlet.

13. CAUTION: To prevent damage or shock hazard, do not cook in base. Cook

only in removable crock.

14. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated foods into

a heated crock.

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

WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug (one wide blade)

that reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any
way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit, reverse the plug. If it still does
not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.

The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards
of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary,
an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension
cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the slow cooker. Care must be
taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop
or tabletop, where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.

LID AND CROCK:

PRECAUTIONS AND INFORMATION

• Please handle the crock and lid carefully to ensure long life.

• Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes. For example, do not place a hot
lid or crock into cold water or on a wet surface.

• Avoid hitting crock and lid against a faucet or other hard surface.

• Do not use crock or lid if chipped, cracked, or severely scratched.

• Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads.

• The bottom of crock is very rough and can damage a countertop. Use caution.

• The crock and lid can become very hot. Use caution. Do not place directly on any
unprotected surface or countertop.

• The crock is microwave-safe and oven-proof, but never heat crock when empty.
Never place lid on a burner or stove top. Do not place lid in a microwave oven,
conventional oven, or on a stove top. The crock cannot be used as a stove-top
cooking vessel.

REMOVING LID AND CROCK

When removing lid, tilt so that the opening faces away from you to avoid being
burned by steam.

The sides of the base of the slow cooker get very warm because the heating
elements are located here. Use the handles on the base if necessary. Use oven
mitts to remove crock.

This product is intended for household use only.

This product is only intended for the preparation, cooking, and serving of foods.
This product is not intended for use with any non-food materials or products.

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Food Safety Hazard.

Food must be hot enough to prevent bacterial growth before using
Keep Warm setting. Keep Warm setting should only be used after
a recipe has been thoroughly cooked. Do not reheat food on Keep
Warm setting. If food has been cooked and then refrigerated,
reheat it on LOW or HIGH and then switch to KEEP WARM.
Visit foodsafety.gov for more information.

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Control Knob

Base

Crock

Lid

Lid Latch

™

(optional feature on certain models)

1. Before first use, wash lid and crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse

and dry. Do not immerse base in water. Lid and crock are
dishwasher-safe.

2. Prepare recipe according to instructions. Place food in crock

and cover.

3. Plug cord into outlet. Select either LOW or HIGH temperature

setting to cook food. Do not use Keep Warm to cook food.

4. When finished, turn to OFF and unplug base. Remove food

from crock.

5. Let crock and lid cool slightly before washing.

• The crock should be at least half-filled for best results. If only
half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe.

• Stirring is not necessary when slow cooking, and removing
the glass lid results in major heat loss and the need to extend
cooking time. However, if cooking on HIGH, you may want
to stir occasionally.

• If cooking soups or stews, leave a 2-inch (5-cm) space between
the top of the crock and the food so that the recipe can come
to a simmer.

• Many recipes call for cooking all day. If your morning schedule
does not allow time to prepare a recipe, do it the night before.
Place all ingredients in the crock, cover with lid, and refrigerate
overnight. In the morning, place crock in base.

• Do not use frozen, uncooked meat in slow cooker. Thaw any
meat or poultry before slow cooking.

• To store leftovers after cooking, do NOT place the entire crock
in the refrigerator as contents will take too long to cool. Instead,
divide leftovers into smaller containers and place into refrigerator.

Parts and Features How to Use Your Slow Cooker

Tips for Slow Cooking

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1. Turn control knob to OFF. Unplug cord from outlet.

2. Remove lid and crock from base and let cool.

3. Wash lid and crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.

The lid and crock may also be washed in dishwasher.

4. Wipe base with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers.

IF YOU LIVE IN A HIGH-ALTITUDE AREA:

The Extension service will have detailed information about cooking
for your area. To locate the Cooperative Extension service in your
county, please visit: http://www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/.

Visit www.fightbac.org for more information on safe internal
cooking temperatures.

Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before
cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or base in any
liquid.

1. Place latch into groove under one handle. Stretch to other side

and secure in groove under other handle (A).

2. Once attached, latch can also be crossed over knob to further

secure lid (B).

A

B

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How to Use Lid Latch (on select models)

Cleaning Your Slow Cooker

• Some foods are not suited for extended cooking in a slow cooker.
Pasta, seafood, milk, cream, or sour cream should be added 2
hours before serving. Evaporated milk or condensed soups are
perfect for slow cooking.

• The higher the fat content of meat, the less liquid is needed.
If cooking meat with a high fat content, place thick onion slices
underneath so meat will not sit on (and cook in) fat.

• Slow cookers allow for very little evaporation. If making your
favorite soup, stew, or sauce, reduce liquid called for in original
recipe. If too thick, liquid can be added later.

• If cooking a vegetable-type casserole, there will need to be liquid
in the recipe to prevent scorching on the sides of the crock.

Tips for Slow Cooking (cont.)

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LIMITED WARRANTY

This warranty applies to products purchased in the U.S. and Canada.
This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any
other warranty or condition.

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original
purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or
replacement of this product or any component found to be defective,
at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with
returning the product to us and our returning a product or component
under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer
available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value.

This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use
not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product
resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends
only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original
sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim.
This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family
household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than
as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120V ~ 60 Hz).

We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages
caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to
the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any

statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited
by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the
duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal

rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you
live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied
warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the
foregoing limitations may not apply to you.

To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store.
Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or
visit proctorsilex.com in the U.S. or proctorsilex.ca in Canada. For faster
service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

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CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS !

DIRECTIVES IMPORTANTES DE SÉCURITÉ

Pour utiliser un appareil électroménager, vous devez toujours prendre des mesures
élémentaires de sécurité pour réduire le risque d’incendie, d’électrocution et/ou de
blessure corporelle, en particulier les mesures suivantes :

1. Lire toutes les instructions.

2. Ne pas toucher les surfaces chaudes. Utiliser les poignées ou les boutons.

3. Pour se protéger contre le risque de choc électrique, ne pas immerger le cordon,

la fiche ou la base dans l’eau ou tout autre liquide.

4. Une surveillance étroite est nécessaire lorsqu’un appareil électroménager quel

qu’il soit est utilisé par des enfants ou près d’eux.

5. Débrancher l’appareil de la prise de courant électrique lorsqu’il n’est pas utilisé

et avant un nettoyage. Le laisser refroidir avant un nettoyage et avant d’y placer
ou d’y enlever des pièces.

6. Ne pas faire fonctionner un appareil électroménager avec un cordon ou une fiche

endommagé, ou lorsque l’appareil ne fonctionne pas bien, ou a été échappé ou
endommagé d’une manière quelconque. Composer notre numéro de service aux
clients, sans frais d’interurbain, pour des renseignements concernant l’examen,
la réparation ou l’ajustement.

7. L’utilisation d’accessoires non recommandés par le fabricant de l’appareil peut

causer des blessures.

8. Ne pas utiliser à l’extérieur.

9. Ne pas laisser le cordon pendre du bord d’une table ou d’un comptoir, ou toucher

des surfaces chaudes, y compris la cuisinière.

10. Ne pas placer l’appareil sur ou près d’un brûleur à gaz chaud, ou d’un élément

électrique, ou dans un four chauffé.

11. Il est nécessaire de faire preuve de la plus grande prudence en déplaçant un

appareil électroménager contenant de l’huile chaude ou d’autres liquides chauds.

12. Pour débrancher la mijoteuse, mettez le bouton contrôle en mode OFF (arrêt), puis

débranchez la fiche de prise.

13. MISE EN GARDE : Afin de prévenir l’endommagement ou le risque de choc, ne

pas cuire dans la base. Cuire seulement dans le pot amovible.

14. Éviter les changements soudains de température, tels que l’ajout de nourriture

sortant du réfrigérateur dans un plat chauffé.

15. Ne pas utiliser l’appareil électroménager à une fin autre que celle prévue.

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