Sears 6-QUART OVAL SLOW COOKER User Manual

6-QUART OVAL SLOW COOKER

WITH CORNINGWARE® COOKING POT AND PYREX® LID (Pages 1-12)

MIJOTEUSE OVALE 6-QUARTS

AVEC POT EN CORNINGWARE ET COUVERCLE EN PYREX (Pages 13-24)

SAVE THIS USE AND CARE BOOK

CONSERVER CE GUIDE D’ENTRETIEN ET D’UTILISATION

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

■ READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

■ Do not touch hot surfaces. Use potholders when removing cover or handling

hot containers.

■ To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or base unit in water

or other liquid.

■ Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

■ Unplug from outlet when not in use. Allow to cool before cleaning.

■ Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance

malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to an authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

■ The use of accessory attachments not recommended by this appliance manufacturer

may cause injury.

■ Do not use outdoors.

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

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

■ Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food, water

or other hot liquids.

■ Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

■ Lift and tilt cover away from you carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water to drip

into unit.

■ To disconnect, turn control to Off, then remove plug from wall outlet.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug fits in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit into the outlet, reverse the plug and try again. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

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, its marked electrical rating should be at least as great as the electrical rating of this appliance. The extension cord should not drape over the counter or tabletop, where it can be tripped over or pulled on by children.

This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. It may be plugged into any AC electrical outlet (ordinary household current). Do not use any other electrical outlet.

BEFORE USING

1. Carefully unpack the slow cooker.

2. Wash CORNINGWARE® cooking pot and glass lid in warm, soapy water. Rinse well and dry thoroughly.

3. Wipe interior and exterior surfaces of the base with a soft, moist cloth to remove dust particles collected during packing and handling. NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE, ITS PLUG OR CORD IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.

4. Slow cooker should be operated before initial use. After cleaning unit, place cooking pot inside the base. Pour 2 cups of water into the cooking pot and cover with lid. Plug slow cooker into electrical wall outlet and turn to HIGH setting. Allow to operate for approximately 20 minutes.

5. After 20 minutes, switch Off and unplug. Allow unit to cool. Remove cooking pot, and discard water. Rinse the cooking pot, dry thoroughly, and replace it in the base.

USING THE CORNINGWARE® COOKING POT AND PYREX® LID

This slow cooker is equipped with a CORNINGWARE cooking pot. Made of a special glassceramic material that withstands temperature extremes, CORNINGWARE cookware can be used for any type of cooking: rangetop, microwave, broiling and baking. It can go directly from the freezer or refrigerator to a rangetop, preheated oven or microwave. The lid is made of PYREX brand glass, one of the most versatile of all ovenware materials. With proper use and maintenance, these products will give many years of service and help to make this slow cooker your most reliable and convenient meal-maker.

IMPORTANT: ALL GLASS AND GLASS-CERAMIC MATERIALS ARE BREAKABLE, and care should be taken in handling. Accidental breakage from impact is not covered by warranty.

To avoid damage and obtain the maximum benefit from your CORNINGWARE cooking pot with PYREX lid, be sure to observe the following:

• Foods prepared in the CORNINGWARE cooking pot can be stored ahead of time in refrigerator

or freezer and placed directly in slow cooker base when cooking begins. NEVER heat the cooking pot when it is empty.

• To avoid damage to the interior of the cooking pot, always use cooking tools made of plastic,

rubber, wood or nylon. DO NOT use metal tools, as they will leave grey marks on CORNINGWARE cookware.

• Cooking pot and glass lid are microwave-compatible. When removing them from microwave,

be sure to use potholders or oven mitts.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATION

LINE CORD SAFETY TIPS

1. Never pull or yank on the cord or the appliance.

2. To insert plug, grasp it firmly and guide it into outlet.

3. To disconnect appliance, grasp plug and remove it from outlet.

4. Before each use, inspect the line cord for cuts and/or abrasion marks. If any are found, this indicates that the appliance should be serviced and the line cord replaced. Please return it to our Service Department or to an authorized service representative.

5. Never wrap the cord tightly around the appliance, as this could place undue stress on the cord where it enters the appliance and cause it to fray and break.

DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE IF THE LINE CORD SHOWS ANY DAMAGE, OR IF APPLIANCE WORKS INTERMITTENTLY OR STOPS WORKING ENTIRELY.

IMPORTANT

During the first few minutes of initial use, you may notice smoke and/or a slight odor. This is normal and should quickly disappear. It will not recur after appliance has been used a few times.

Glass Lid

4-Position Switch Off, 1(Low), 2(High), Auto

Oval Cooking Pot (inner pot)

Base

Handles

HOW TO USE

• The lid of the slow cooker does not form a tight fit on the cooking pot but should be centered on the pot for best results. Do not remove the lid unnecessarily – this will result in a major heat loss.

• Stirring is not necessary when slow cooking. However, if cooking on 2 (High), stirring occasionally will help to distribute flavors throughout the recipe.

• For best results, the slow cooker should be at least half-filled.

• If cooking soups or stews, allow a 2-inch space between the food and the top of the cooking pot, so ingredients can come to a simmer. When cooking on 2 (High), keep checking its progress, as some soups may come to a boil.

• Less tender, cheaper cuts of meat are better candidates for slow cooking than more expensive varieties. When possible, remove excess fat before cooking. If recipe calls for browning the meat, it may be browned in the CORNINGWARE® cooking pot.

• The greater the fat content of the meat, the less liquid needed for cooking. If cooking meat with a high-fat content, place thick onion slices beneath it, so the meat will not sit and cook in the fat. Roasts may be prepared in cooker without adding liquid, if cooked on 1 (Low).

• Use a meat thermometer to determine if roasts or hams have been cooked to satisfaction.

• Add fresh or thawed fish or seafood to cooking pot an hour before serving, as these ingredients can fall apart during long hours of cooking.

• Since raw vegetables usually take longer to cook than meats, cut vegetables into uniform, bite-sized pieces (about 1/2 inch in diameter) before adding them to cooking pot.

• If recipe calls for milk, sour cream or other fresh dairy products, add them just prior to serving, as these ingredients tend to break down during long hours of cooking. If preferred, substitute condensed creamed soups (undiluted) or evaporated milk. Processed cheese may be substituted for naturally aged cheese.

• Rice or pasta may be cooked separately or added uncooked to recipes no more than two hours before serving. If adding uncooked pasta, there should be at least 2 cups of liquid in the pot. Stir occasionally to keep pieces from sticking together.

• To thicken juices or make gravy at the end of the cooking process, make a smooth mixture consisting of 2-4 tablespoons of cornstarch or flour and 1/4 cup water or 2 tablespoons of butter. Remove cooked food from pot, letting juices remain. Add mixture to juices, set control at HIGH, and stir until liquid thickens.

• Don’t worry if food is allowed to cook a bit longer than specified. Remember, the slow cooker – as its name implies – cooks very slowly.

• To keep foods warm for serving, turn control to the 1 (Low) setting.

ADAPTING RECIPES General Hints

• The 1 (Low) or AUTO setting is recommended for all-day cooking. Most meat and vegetable combinations require at least 7 hours on 1 (Low). On the AUTO setting, the slow cooker will begin cooking on 2 (High) and then will shift to 1 (Low) after approximately 2 hours of cooking time.

• For best flavor, use whole-leaf herbs and spices during initial preparation. If ground herbs and spices are used, stir in during last hour of cooking.

• Many factors can affect how quickly a recipe will cook. The water and fat content of food, its temperature, and the size of the item(s) will all affect the cooking time. Food cut into pieces will cook faster than whole roasts or poultry.

• Recipes for vegetable-type casseroles must contain liquid to prevent scorching on the sides of the cooking pot.

• Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing hot cooking pot from base. Do not set hot cooking pot directly on countertop or table; use a trivet or hot pad.

• Unplug unit and allow to cool after using and before cleaning.

• KEEP PYREX LID AWAY FROM broiler, microwave browning element, toaster oven, hot stovetop burners, oven heat vents or any other direct heat source. If lid has been utilized in any of these locations, do not use it again, even if there are no signs of damage. Order a replacement lid immediately.

• DO NOT SUBJECT LID TO SEVERE CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE. Always let it cool on a dry, heat-resistant surface before handling. DO NOT PLACE LID on cold or wet surfaces, as this may cause it to crack or shatter.

• IF LID BECOMES CHIPPED, CRACKED OR SCRATCHED, do not use it. Discard it and order a replacement.

• ALWAYS USE POTHOLDERS OR OVEN MITTS when removing the hot lid. To avoid burns from escaping steam, always tilt cover away from hands and face.

• DO NOT use or repair any item that is chipped, cracked or noticeably scratched. Damaged items may break without warning.

FOR REPLACEMENT LIDS AND INSERTS, CALL 1-800-557-9463. TO USE

Using a slow cooker is easy but different from conventional cooking. To help you, this manual contains many helpful hints and recipes for successful slow cooking. Many more slow cooker recipe books are available in libraries and bookstores. Keep these materials handy whether preparing favorite recipes or trying something new.

This slow cooker has three settings: 1 (Low), 2 (High) and AUTO. Use the recommended guidelines offered in recipe being used to determine cooking time and heating position. Dishes can be prepared well in advance of mealtime and cooking time regulated so that food is ready to serve at a convenient time. A general rule of thumb for most slow cooker meat-and-vegetable combos is:

Position Cooking Time

1 (Low) 8-10 hours 2 (High) 4-6 hours AUTO 5-7 hours

When in the AUTO setting, the slow cooker will begin cooking on HIGH and then will shift to LOW after approximately 2 hours of cooking time. AUTO setting does not turn off the unit.

Other favorite recipes may be adapted to the slow cooker. All times listed in the following chart are approximate and should serve only as cooking guidelines.

Regular Cooking Slow Cooker Cooking Times

Time 1 (Low) 2 (High) AUTO

30 minutes 6-8 hrs. 3-4 hrs. 5-7 hrs. 35-60 minutes 8-10 hrs. 5-6 hrs. 6-8 hrs. 1-3 hours 10-12 hrs. 7-8 hrs. 8-10 hrs.

1. Prepare recipe according to instructions.

2. Place food in cooking pot and cover.

3. Plug slow cooker into wall outlet and select setting desired: 1 (Low), 2 (High) or AUTO.

4. When food is ready to be served, turn slow cooker Off, and unplug it from the wall outlet.

5. Remove cover.

CAUTION: When removing lid, grasp the knob and lift to allow steam to escape before setting lid aside. To avoid burns, always hold cover so that escaping steam flows away from hands and face.

6. Using potholders grasp cooking pot by the handles and remove it from the base.

7. Serve contents. If serving directly from the CORNINGWARE® cooking pot, always place a trivet

or protective padding under pot before placing it on a table or countertop.

HELPFUL HINTS

Hot ‘n’ Tangy Wings

3-1/2 pounds chicken wings 1 cup bottled barbecue sauce 1/2 cup cayenne pepper sauce (hot sauce) 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 cup honey

1. Clean and dry chicken pieces. Cut and discard wing tips. Cut the wings at their joints to make two separate pieces.

2. Place chicken pieces in broiler for 8-10 minutes until chicken is browned, flipping pieces once. Place chicken in slow cooker.

3. Combine barbecue sauce, hot sauce, honey, brown sugar and mustard in a mixing bowl. Pour over wings. Place lid on slow cooker and cook on 1 (Low) for 4-1/2 to 5 hours or on 2 (High) for 2 to 2-1/2 hours. Approximately 38 appetizers.

Classic Vegetable Beef Stew

1 pound beef stew meat (1-inch pieces) 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 4 carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 6-8 small red potatoes, quartered 1 red onion, cut into thin wedges 1 9-ounce package frozen cut green beans 1 16-ounce can tomatoes, cut up 1 green pepper, chopped up 1 10-ounce can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1/2 cup beef broth or dry red wine 1 envelope dry onion soup mix 1 teaspoon dried thyme or marjoram, crushed 1/2 cup water

1. Brown edges of meat in hot oil. Drain fat.

2. Place meat, potatoes, carrots, onion, beans, tomatoes and green pepper in slow cooker.

3. Combine condensed soup, beef broth or wine, dry soup mix, thyme or marjoram, and water in mixing bowl. Pour over meat.

4. Place lid on slow cooker and cook for 8 to 10 hours on 1 (Low) or 4-5 hours on 2 (High). Approximately 4-6 servings.

South of the Border Chili

1 pound ground beef 2 cloves garlic 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped up 3 teaspoons chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 115

⁄2 ounce can red kidney beans, drained 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup green pepper

• If using a specific recipe, one item may be substituted for another, if an equal quantity is used. For example, if recipe calls for a 12-oz. can of chicken broth, a 10-oz. can of tomato soup plus 2 oz. of something else (water, wine, canned tomatoes) may be substituted.

• Canned beans may be added directly to any recipe, but dried beans, especially red kidney beans, should be soaked in water (if desired) and boiled first. After covering and boiling in 3 times their volume of unsalted water, add beans to recipe and discard water. Beans must be softened completely before they are combined with sugary and/or acid foods, as these have a hardening effect on beans. In this case, beans should be allowed to simmer until tender (about 1

⁄2 hours) after boiling.

Recipe Amounts

Recipes included have been designed to work in either a 4-quart or 6-quart slow cooker. However, they may be adjusted to accommodate individual requirements. Use the number of servings suggested by each recipe as a guideline. Some helpful tips:

• If using a 6-quart. cooker, recipe amounts may be increased by 1/2 (50%), but cooking time may need to be extended.

• Depending on their shape, roasts and picnic hams (up to 5 lb.) may be accommodated in the cooker. Monitor carefully, as additional cooking time may be required.

• Remember the rule of substitution when increasing recipe amounts: Items may be substituted, so long as they are replaced with an equal amount of something else.

Happy slow cooking!

RECIPES

This appliance contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Refer it to qualified service personnel if servicing is needed.

PRECAUTIONS

• Always unplug unit and allow to cool before cleaning.

• Always handle cooking pot and lid carefully. Avoid hitting pot or lid against faucet or other

hard surfaces.

• Do not touch sides of slow cooker base while food is cooking. Always use handles on the

base. Use potholders or oven mitts to lift the cooking pot.

TO CLEAN:

This appliance should be cleaned after every use. After unit has been allowed to cool, wash cooking pot and lid in warm, soapy water. Rinse well

and dry. If food sticks to the surface of the cooking pot, fill the pot with warm, soapy water and allow it to sit for a few hours before cleaning.

Wipe interior and exterior surfaces of the base with a soft, slightly damp cloth or sponge. NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE IN WATER.

NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANSERS OR SCOURING PADS TO CLEAN THE COOKING POT OR BASE, AS THESE CAN DAMAGE THE SURFACES.

Dishwasher Cleaning

Cooking pot and lid may be cleaned in an automatic dishwasher. To prevent damage, position them in rack so they do not hit each other or other items during cleaning.

Special Cleaning

If scouring of cooking pot or lid is necessary, use only plastic or nylon cleaning pads with nonabrasive cleansers.

Remove metal marks from cooking pot surface by cleaning gently with a mild cleanser recommended for rust removal.

TO STORE:

Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing. Store appliance in its box or in a clean, dry place. Never store it while it is hot or wet. To store, place cooking pot inside the base and the glass lid over the pot; to protect the glass lid, wrap it with a soft cloth and place it upside down over the cooking pot. Never wrap cord tightly around the appliance; keep it loosely coiled.

CARE AND CLEANING

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