Rival Portable Slow Cooker User Manual

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Owner’s Guide

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Portable

Slow Cooker

The Original and America’s #1 Brand of Slow Cookers

SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the Warranty .

2. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store where you pur­chased it. If you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase, please see the enclosed Warranty.

3. If you have any questions or comments regarding this unit’s operation or believe any repair is necessary, please write to our
Consumer Service Department or visit our website at www.rivalproducts.com.

Sunbeam Products, Inc., doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions
303 NELSON AVENUE
NEOSHO, MO 64850

1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions or if in Canada, Sunbeam Corporation (Canada)
Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions (collectively “JCS”) warrants that for a period of one year from
the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. JCS, at its option, will repair
or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement
will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement
may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. Do NOT attempt to
repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this product. Doing so will void this warranty.

This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable.
Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. JCS dealers, service cen­ters, or retail stores selling JCS products do not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and con­ditions of this warranty.

This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or
misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly,
repair or alteration by anyone other than JCS or an authorized JCS service center. Further, the warranty does not
cover: Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes.

What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?

JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express, implied or
statutory warranty or condition.

Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for
a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty.

JCS disclaims all other warranties, conditions or representations, express, implied, statutory or otherwise.
JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability to use

the product including incidental, special, consequential or similar damages or loss of profits, or for any breach of con­tract, fundamental or otherwise, or for any claim brought against purchaser by any other party.

Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages
or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from province to province,
state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

How to Obtain Warranty Service

In the U.S.A.
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call 1-800-557-4825 and

a convenient service center address will be provided to you.
In Canada
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call 1-800-557-4825 and

a convenient service center address will be provided to you.
In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products, Inc., doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions located in

Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In Canada, this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business
as Jarden Consumer Solutions, located at 20 Hereford Street, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0M1. If you have any other problem
or claim in connection with this product, please write our Consumer Service Department. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN

THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.

© 2007 Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions. All Rights Reserved.

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using.

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

3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or
cooking unit in water or other liquids.

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
unit to cool before putting on or taking off parts.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to manufacturer (see warranty) for
examination, repair, or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury.

8. Do not use outdoors.

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

10. Do not place 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 oil or other hot liquids. Always use oven mitts or
hot pads when moving your heated slow cooker.

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

13. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated
foods into a heated pot.

14. To disconnect, turn to OFF(O) position, then remove plug from
wall outlet.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Do not attempt to service this product.
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting

from entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. AN EXTENSION

CORD MAY BE USED WITH CARE; HOWEVER, THE MARKED
ELECTRICAL RATING SHOULD BE AT LEAST AS GREAT AS THE
ELECTRICAL RATING OF THE SLOW COOKER.The extension cord

should not be allowed to drape over the counter or tabletop where it
can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

POLARIZED 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 . If the plug fits loosely into
the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm do not use that outlet.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Some countertop and table surfaces, such as
Corian®and other surfaces, are not designed to withstand the
prolonged heat generated by certain appliances. We recommend
placing a hot pad or trivet under your slow cooker to prevent possible
damage to the surface.

NOTE: During initial use of this appliance, some slight smoke and/or
odor may be detected. This is normal with many heating appliances
and will not recur after a few uses.

NOTE: Please use caution when placing your stoneware on a ceramic or
smooth glass cook top stove, countertop, table, or other surface. Due
to the nature of the stoneware, the rough bottom surface may scratch
some surfaces if caution is not used. Always place protective padding
under stoneware before setting on table or countertop.

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To prepare for transport, simply lock both the hinge
and the lid.

To lock the hinge, simply snap into place by pushing
down on it into the slot - button is pressed to release
the hinge to remove it. (See Figure. 1)

Press your finger on the button at the back of the
hinge to unlock the hinge in order to remove the lid.

(See Figure. 3)
To lock the lid, simply depress the top of the button

just under the lid lift as shown. (See Figure. 4)
NEVER cook with the lid locked. Keep lid unlocked

during use. Lock only for transport.
To unlock the lid once you've reached your destina-

tion, simply depress the bottom of the button just
under the lid lift at the front of the unit. (See Figure. 5)

Heat
Settings

Heating
Base

Removable
Hinged Lid

Stoneware

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HOW TO USE YOUR SLOW COOKER

1. Place your food into the STONEWARE, cover with the LID, and
plug in the unit. Your slow cooker has three temperature settings.
LOW( I ) is recommended for slow ”all-day” cooking. One hour
on HIGH( II ) equals about 11⁄2 to 2 hours on LOW( I ). WARM( )
is ONLY for keeping already cooked food at the perfect serv­ing temperature until you are ready to eat. DO NOT cook on the
WARM( ) setting.

2. When cooking is done, unplug your slow cooker.
Unplug and allow it to cool before cleaning.

NOTES:

• Always cook with the LID on.

• Do not store food in slow cooker STONEWARE.

• Do not reheat food in your slow cooker.

KNOW YOUR CROCK-POT®SLOW COOKER

PREPARING YOUR CROCK-POT®SLOW COOKER FOR USE

Before you use your slow cooker, wash the lid and stoneware with warm
soapy water and dry thouroughly. NEVER immerse the heating base in
water or any other liquids.

Assembly

The lid is hinged to the heating base, but functions as a removable lid
when the stoneware is removed from the heating base. Remove hinged
lid first, then remove stoneware.

NEVER attempt to lift or carry your slow cooker by the hinge and lid lift
or lock. Use oversized easy grasp handles.

Locking
Hinge

Lid Lift

Oversized Easy
Grasp Handles

PREPARING YOUR CROCK-POT®SLOW COOKER FOR USE (CONT.)

Fig. 1

Fig. 3Fig. 2

Fig. 4

Fig. 5

Lid Lift

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CAUTION: Do not set the heated unit on a finished wood table. Always
place protective padding under STONEWARE before placing on a table
or countertop.

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USAGE NOTES

• If you suspect that the power has gone out during the day, the
food may be unsafe to eat. If you are unaware of how long the
power was out, we suggest you discard the food.

• For recipes that require a range of times, select the time closest to
the setting on your slow cooker. For instance, to cook a recipe
calling for a cooking time of 7 to 9 hours on LOW ( I ), set your
slow cooker to 8 hours.

1. Place your food into the STONEWARE, cover with the LID, and
plug in the unit. Your slow cooker has three temperature settings.

LOW( I ) is recommended for slow ”all-day” cooking. One hour
on HIGH( II ) equals about 1

1

/

2

to 2 hours on LOW( I ). WARM( )
is ONLY for keeping already cooked food at the perfect serv­ing temperature until you are ready to eat. DO NOT cook on the
WARM ( ) setting.

2. When cooking is done, unplug your slow cooker. Unplug and
allow it to cool before cleaning.

NOTES:

• Always cook with the LID on.

• Do not store foods in the slow cooker stoneware.

• Do not reheat foods in your slow cooker.

• The removable STONEWARE is ovenproof and microwave safe. Do
not use the LID in a microwave or conventional oven. Do not use
removable STONEWARE on gas or electric burners or under the­broiler.

•ALWAYS turn your slow cooker off, unplug it from the electrical
outlet, and allow it to cool before cleaning.

• The LID and STONEWARE can be washed in the dishwasher or
with hot, soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaning compounds
or scouring pads. A cloth, sponge, or rubber spatula will usually
remove any residue. To remove water spots and other stains, use a
non-abrasive cleaner or vinegar.

• As with any fine ceramic, the stoneware will not withstand sudden
temperature changes. Do not wash the STONEWARE with cold
water when it is hot.

• The outside of the HEATING BASE may be cleaned with a soft
cloth and warm, soapy water. Wipe dry. Do not use abrasive
cleaners.

CAUTION: Never immerse the HEATING BASE in water or other liquid.

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR SLOW COOKER

PASTA AND RICE

• If you are converting a recipe that calls for uncooked noodles,
macaroni, or pasta, cook them on the stovetop just until slightly
tender before adding to slow cooker.

HINTS AND TIPS

Part

Dishwasher

Safe

Oven Safe

Microwave

Safe

Stove Top

Safe

Lid Yes No No No

Stoneware Yes

Yes, but not on

the broil setting.

Yes No

USAGE NOTESHOW TO USE YOUR SLOW COOKER

• The removable STONEWARE is ovenproof and microwave safe. Do
not use the LID in a microwave or conventional oven. Do not use
removable STONEWARE on gas or electric burners or under the
broiler.

CAUTION: Do not set the heated unit on a finished wood table.
Always place protective padding under STONEWARE before
placing on a table or countertop.

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HINTS AND TIPS (CONT.)

• When converting conventional cooking recipes to slow cooking
recipes, use about half of the recommended amount of liquids,
except in recipes that contain uncooked rice or pasta (see above).

MILK

•Milk, cream, and sour cream break down during extended cook­ing. When possible, add during last fifteen minutes to half hour of
cooking, until just heated through.

• Condensed soups may be substituted for milk and can cook for
extended times.

SOUPS

• Some soup recipes call for 2 to 3 quarts of water. Add other soup
ingredients to the slow cooker first; then add water only to cover.
If thinner soup is desired, add more liquid at serving time.

• If milk-based soup recipes have no other liquid for initial cooking,
add 1 or 2 cups water. Since milk, cream or sour cream will break
down if heated above boiling point, carefully stir them in at end
of cooking cycle.

MEATS

• For meats, trim fats, wipe or rinse well, and pat dry with paper
towels. Browning meat in a separate skillet or broiler allows fat to
be drained off before slow cooking and also adds greater depth of
flavor to dish.

• Larger roasts, chickens, and hams are the perfect size for your
slow cooker. Select boneless roasts or hams ranging from 2 to 4
pounds for a 4-quart slow cooker, 2.5 to 5 pounds for a 5-quart
slow cooker, and 3 to 6 pounds for a 6-quart slow cooker.

• Bone-in cuts like ribs, loin cuts, or turkey pieces fit easily and cook
well in your slow cooker. Cook turkey legs, thighs, and breasts, up
to 4 pounds for 4-quart slow cookers, 5 pounds for 5-quart slow
cookers, and 6 pounds for 6-quart slow cookers.

HINTS AND TIPS (CONT.)

• If you are converting a recipe that calls for cooked rice, stir in raw
rice with other ingredients; add

1

⁄

4

cup extra liquid per

1

⁄

4

cup of
raw rice. Use long grain converted rice for best results in all-day
cooking.

BEANS

• Beans must be softened completely before combining with sugar
and/or acidic foods. Sugar and acid have a hardening effect on
beans and will prevent softening.

• Dried beans, especially red kidney beans, should be boiled before
adding to a recipe. Cover the beans with three times their volume
of unsalted water and bring to a boil. Boil 10 minutes, reduce
heat, cover and allow to simmer 1

1

⁄

2

hours or until beans are ten­der. Soaking in water, if desired, should be completed before boil­ing. Discard water after soaking or boiling.

• Fully cooked canned beans may be used as a substitute for dried
beans.

VEGET

ABLES

• Many vegetables benefit from slow cook times and low tempera­tures and are able to develop their full flavor. They tend not to
overcook in your slow cooker as they might in your oven or on
your stovetop.

• When cooking recipes with vegetables and meat, place the veg­etables in the stoneware before the meat. Vegetables usually cook
slower than meat in the slow cooker.

• Place vegetables near the sides or bottom of the stoneware to
facilitate cooking. Stir in chopped or sliced vegetables with other
ingredients.

• Because eggplant has a very strong flavor, you should parboil or
sauté the eggplant before adding it to the slow cooker.

LIQUIDS

• It is not necessary to use more than

1

⁄

2

to 1 cup liquid in most
instances since juices in meats and vegetables are retained more in
slow cooking than in conventional cooking.

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RECIPES

HINTS AND TIPS (CONT.)

• If you select a smaller roast, alter the amount of vegetables or
potatoes, so that the stoneware is

1

⁄

2

to

3

⁄

4

full.

• Always remember, the size of the meat and the recommended
cook time are just estimates. The exact weight of a roast that can
be cooked in the slow cooker will depend upon the specific cut,
meat configuration, and bone structure.

• Cut meat into smaller pieces when cooking with precooked beans,
fruit, or lighter vegetables such as mushrooms, diced onion, egg­plant, or finely minced vegetables. This will enable food to cook
at the same rate.

• Lean meats such as chicken or pork tenderloin will cook faster
than meats with more connective tissue and fat such as beef
chuck or pork shoulder.

• Meat should be positioned so that it rests in the stoneware and
does not touch the lid.

• If you are cooking frozen meats (such as roasts or chickens), you
must first add at least 1 cup of warm liquid. The liquid will act as
a "cushion" to prevent sudden temperature changes. For most
recipes containing cubed frozen meat, cook meats an additional 4
hours on LOW or 2 hours on HIGH. For large cuts of frozen meat,
it may take much longer to defrost and tenderize.

FISH

• Fish cooks quickly and should be added at the end of the cooking
cycle, during last fifteen minutes to hour of cooking.

SPECIALTY DISHES

• Specialty dishes, such as stuffed chops or steak rolls, stuffed cab­bage leaves, stuffed peppers, or baked apples can be arranged in
a single layer so they cook easily and serve attractively.

Visit the Crock-Pot®website at www.crockpot.com, for additional Hints
and Tips, Questions and Answers, and Recipes.

MULLED CIDER

1 gallon apple cider

1

/3cup brown sugar
15 whole cloves 10 whole allspice berries
5 whole cinnamon sticks

1. Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker stoneware.

2. Cover and cook on HIGH for 30 minutes and then turn to LOW for up to 5 hours.

The longer the spices are left in, the stronger the "mulling".

Serves 16

ZESTY ITALIAN BBQ MEATBALLS

Meatballs:

4 pounds ground beef 2 onions, chopped

2 cups bread crumbs

1

/2cup fresh Italian parsley, minced
4 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard 4 eggs, beaten

Sauce:

11/2cups BBQ sauce

3

/4cup tomato paste

1

/3cup ketchup

1

/3cup brown sugar

1

/2cup water 1 teaspoon liquid smoke

1. Combine meatball ingredients. Form into 1-inch balls.

2. Bake the meatballs in a shallow baking dish at 350˚F/180

O

C for 20 mins.

3. Transfer meatballs to slow cooker stoneware. Combine all sauce ingredients and

mix thoroughly. Pour over meatballs.

4. Cover; cook on LOW 4 hours or HIGH 2 hours.
Serves 8-10

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RECIPES RECIPES

ALL-AMERICAN MEAT LOAF

3 pounds ground beef 4 cups bread crumbs
2 cups ketchup 1 cups onion, chopped
4 eggs, beaten 2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons black pepper 16 slices American cheese (cut into strips)
1 6-ounce can tomato paste

1. Combine ingredients except cheese and tomato paste.

2. Shape half of mixture into a loaf. Arrange the cheese strips on the meat and top
with remaining meat, pressing edges together to seal.

3. Place in slow cooker. Top with tomato paste.

4. Cover; cook on LOW 6-8 hours or HIGH3-4 hours.

Serves 12

THE BEST ASIAN RIBS EVER

2 full racks baby back pork ribs 6 ounces Hoisin sauce
1 ounce fresh ginger 4 ounces maraschino cherries
4 ounces rice wine vinegar Water to cover
Chopped scallions

1. Split each rack of ribs into 3 sections.

2. Add all ingredients to slow cooker stoneware.

3. Cover; Cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or HIGH for 3 to 3

1

/

2

hours.

4 Garnish with scallions.
Serves 6-8

CHUNKY VEGETARIAN CHILI

1 tablespoon olive oil

1

/4cup sour cream (optional garnish)

3 cloves garlic, minced

3

/4cup red bell pepper, chopped

1

/2cup green bell pepper, chopped 1 cup celery, chopped
1 1/2tablespoons chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 bay leaf

1

/2teaspoon salt

1

/2teaspoon black pepper
1 cup zucchini, chopped chunky 1 cup mushrooms, chopped chunky
1 package frozen corn kernels 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 16-ounce can stewed tomatoes, undrained 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
1 15-ounce can pinto beans, rinsed and drained1/4cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional garnish)
1 28-ounce can whole tomatoes, undrained 1 1/2cups Vidalia onion, chopped (or other large,

and chopped sweet yellow onion)

1. Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or large sauté pan over medium heat.

2. Add onion, garlic, bell peppers, and celery.

3. Sauté 5 minutes or until tender and transfer to slow cooker Stoneware.

4. Add remaining ingredients and cook on LOW 6-8 hours or HIGH 5-7 hours.

5. Serve over white or brown rice and garnish with sour cream and/or shredded

cheese.

Serves 6-8

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RECIPES RECIPES

MEDITERRANEAN STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 8 ounces feta (drained and dried if necessary)

1

/3cup oil cured olives, pit in* 1 teaspoon minced lemon zest

1 teaspoon dried basil, oregano, or mint

1

/2teaspoon garlic powder

1 15-ounce can of diced tomatoes, undrained Freshly ground black pepper

1

/3cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained from oil 3 cups chopped fresh spinach (heavy

and chopped (if using dry sun dried stems removed)
tomatoes, soak in warm water for
10-15 minutes, dry and chop)

*If using pitted olives, add to slow cooker stoneware in the final hour of cooking.

1. Place 1 chicken breast between plastic wrap and, using the back of a skillet, meat
tenderizer, etc., pound until about

1

/

4

inch thin. Repeat with each chicken breast.

2. In a separate bowl, combine feta, spinach, sun dried tomatoes, lemon zest, basil
(or oregano or mint), garlic powder, and pepper to taste. Mix to combine.

3. Lay chicken “skin” side down on work surface and place approximately 2 table­spoons of feta mixture onto the wide end of the breast. Roll snugly and repeat
with each breast.

4. Place rolled chicken in Stoneware, seam down, and top with diced tomatoes and
olives.

5. Cook on HIGH for 2

1

/

2

hours or on LOW for 3

1

/

2

- 4 hours. Serve each portion

topped with a spoonful of tomatoes and olives.

Serves 6

ROSEMARY RED JACKET POT ATOES

24 red potatoes, quartered

1

/2cup lemon juice

1

/4cup butter, melted 2 tablespoons olive oil

6 teaspoons minced garlic

1

/4cup fresh rosemary leaves, minced

1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon paprika

1

/2cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped

1. Mix all ingredients except parsley in slow cooker stoneware.

2. Cover; cook on LOW 6-8 hours or HIGH 3-4 hours.

3. Before serving, toss with parsley.
Serves 16

BARBECUED PULLED PORK SANDWICHES

5 pounds pork roast 2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 medium onions, chopped
1 21-ounce bottle of your favorite 16 hamburger buns or hard rolls

barbecue sauce

1. Place the pork roast in the slow cooker stoneware. Cover; cook on LOW for 10 to
12 hours or on HIGH for 5 to 6 hours.

2. Remove the pork roast from the stoneware, and pull the meat into shredded
pieces.

3. Pour out any liquid in the stoneware, and combine pork with the remaining
ingredients in the slow cooker.

4. Cook on HIGH for 2 hours.

5. Serve the barbecue pork on hamburger buns or hard rolls.

Serves 16

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