Russell Hobbs Abbey Lane RHG802 Instruction Manual
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Read these instructions before using your slow cooker. Keep this in a safe place for future
reference. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
1. Don’t put the slow cooker in any liquid, don’t use it in a bathroom or
near any source of water, and don’t use it outdoors.
2. The slow cooker must only be used by a responsible adult.
3. This appliance is NOT a toy. Young children should be supervised to
ensure they do NOT play with this appliance.
4. This appliance is NOT intended for use by young children or infirmed person unless
they are adequately supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they can use
the appliance safely.
5. Don’t touch hot surfaces (including the outside of the slow cooker). Use oven gloves,
and touch only the handles and the lid knob.
6. Keep clear of the steam vent in the lid, and area around the lid.
7. Don’t touch any internal surfaces till the slow cooker has cooled down fully.
8. Don’t cook on the low setting without first preheating the ceramic bowl in the slow
cooker on high for at least 20 minutes.
9. Don’t use the slow cooker to re-heat food that’s already been cooked.
10. Dried beans (e.g. red kidney beans) must be boiled for at least 10 minutes before
being added to the slow cooker. They’re poisonous if eaten raw or undercooked.
11. Sit the slow cooker on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface, close to a wall socket
and out of reach of children.
12. Route the cable so it doesn't overhang, and can't be caught accidentally.
13. Unplug the slow cooker when not in use, before moving and before cleaning, and let
it cool down fully before cleaning and storing away.
14. Don't try to cook in the slow cooker without using the ceramic bowl.
15. Leave a clear space of at least 5cm (2inches) all round the slow cooker when in use.
16. Don't cover the slow cooker or put anything on top of it while in use.
17. Don’t use the slow cooker near or below curtains or other combustible materials.
18. Keep the cable, the slow cooker, and the ceramic bowl away from hotplates, cook
tops and burners.
19. Don't put a hot ceramic bowl on a cold surface or in cold water, as it may crack.
20. Don't put cold water into a hot ceramic bowl or hot water into a cold ceramic bowl,
as it may crack.
21. Don't use the ceramic bowl with any appliance (cook-top, stove, oven, microwave
oven, etc) other than the slow cooker.
22. Don't use accessories or attachments other than those we supply.
23. Don't use the slow cooker for any purpose other than that described in these
instructions.
24. Don’t connect this slow cooker to an external timer or remote control system.
25. Don't use the slow cooker after it malfunctions or if the cable or plug is damaged. If
the cable is damaged, the slow cooker must be returned in order to avoid hazard
(see “service” on back page).
26. There are No User serviceable parts inside the slow cooker, contact supplier for
repairs.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and
escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken
to prevent the risk of burns, fires or other injury to persons or
damage to property.
1. A person who has not read and understood all operating and
safety instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance. All
users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s
Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
2. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in
water, unplug it from the wall outlet immediately. Do not reach
into the water!
3. When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above
and on all sides for air circulation. Do not operate this appliance
while it is touching or near curtains, wall coverings, clothing,
dishtowels or other flammable materials.
4. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
5. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately
unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance!
6. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 230-240V
AC electrical outlet.
7. Do not use this appliance in an unstable position.
8. Never use the ceramic bowl on a gas or electric cooktop or
on an open flame.
9. Lift off Lid carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water to drip
into ceramic bowl.
10. CAUTION: To prevent damage or electric shock, do not cook in
Base Unit. Cook only in ceramic bowl provided.
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SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are
available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
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 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 unintentionally.
ELECTRIC POWER
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your
appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a
separate electrical circuit from other appliances.
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