West Bend L5661A User Manual
3 & 4 QT. C
ROCKERY™ COOKER
Instruction Manual
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Important Safeguards............................................................................................... 2
Using Your Crockery Cooker.................................................................................... 3
Cleaning Your Crockery Cooker............................................................................... 4
Crockery Cooking Tips............................................................................................. 5
Recipes .................................................................................................................... 5
Warranty................................................................................................................... 9
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2009 West Bend®, a Brand of Focus Electrics, LLC.
www.focuselectrics.com
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions
and warnings.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed including the following:
• Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use
instructions in this manual.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics, LLC
may cause injuries.
• Do not operate when the appliance is not working properly or when it has been
damaged in any manner. For service information see warranty page.
• Do not use cooking pot or glass cover if chipped, cracked or has deep scratches
as weakened glass and ceramic can shatter during use. Discard immediately.
See Replacement Part section in this booklet on how to obtain a replacement
part.
• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.
• For household use only.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs where provided. Use hot
pads or oven mitts if you lift or carry the cooking pot or cover when it is hot.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or
other hot liquids.
• Lift cover slowly, directing steam away from you.
• Set cooking pot and cover on hot pad, trivet or other heat protective surface. Do
not set hot cooking pot or cover directly on the counter, table or other surface.
• Do not preheat the heating base.
• Do not add frozen/cold foods or liquids into heated cooking pot. Avoid sudden
temperature changes as they can cause the cover or cooking vessel to crack or
shatter.
• Do not use the cooking pot or cover on the stovetop, under the broiler, in the
freezer, or in the oven. You may use the cooking pot in the microwave oven, but
do not place the glass cover in the microwave oven as it has a metal ring.
• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or other electric
parts in water or other liquids.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug.
• Do not use electric parts outdoors, or place them on or near a gas or electric
burner, in a heated oven, refrigerator or freezer.
• Do not plug cord into wall outlet unless crockery cooker is set in “OFF” position.
• Always turn control to “OFF” and unplug the appliance from outlet when not in
use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
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• Your crockery cooker has a short cord as a safety precaution to avoid pulling,
tripping or entanglement. To avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement, position the
cord so that it does not hang over the edge of the counter, table or other flat
surface area.
• While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one, make
sure the cord has the same or higher wattage as the crockery cooker (wattage is
stamped on the underside of the crockery cooker base). To avoid pulling, tripping
or entanglement, position the cord so that it does not hang over the edge of the
counter, table or other flat surface area.
• Use an electrical outlet that accommodates the polarized plug on the crockery
cooker. On a polarized plug, one blade of the plug is wider than the other. If the
plug does not fit fully into the outlet or extension cord, reverse the plug. If the
plug still does not fit fully, contact a qualified electrician. Do not alter the plug.
• Do not use an outlet or extension cord if the plug fits loosely or if the outlet or
extension cord feels hot.
• Keep the cord away from hot parts of the appliance and hot surfaces during
operation.
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Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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SING YOUR CROCKERY COOKER
Before using your Crockery Cooker the first time, clean the entire appliance
according to the cleaning instructions.
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1. Place heating base on dry, level, heat-resistant surface, away from any edge.
2. Place foods into cooking vessel, cover and place into heating base. (If you wish
to brown or pre-cook any foods before slow cooking, this must be done in a
different cooking utensil on top of the range). Never place ceramic-cooking
vessel on top of range, as it will break from direct contact with heat.
3. With heat control set at “OFF,” plug cord into a 120 volt, AC electric outlet only.
4. Set heat control to “LO” or “HI” and cook for recommended time given in recipe.
If your crockery cooker has a signal light, it will glow when cooker is plugged into
an outlet. As a general guideline, most meat and vegetable combinations need
8 to 10 hours of cooking at “LO,” or 4 to 6 hours at “HI.” Do not cook foods at
“Keep Warm” setting, as temperature is not hot enough to cook foods.
Use “Keep Warm” setting only to keep cooked foods warm for serving.
Avoid removing cover when slow cooking as cooking time will be increased due
to loss of temperature. Remove cover only when needed to stir occasionally or
when adding ingredients. Always lift cover slowly, directing steam away from
you.
5. After food is cooked, reduce heat to “Keep Warm” for serving or turn control to
“OFF.” Unplug the cord from electric outlet after use. Allow cooker to cool
before cleaning.
• Some smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due to the release of
manufacturing oils – this is normal.
• Some expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and cooling – this
is normal.
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LEANING YOUR CROCKERY COOKER
• Allow the entire unit (base, cooking vessel and cover) to cool before cleaning.
Set cooking vessel and cover on a dry hot pad or trivet for gradual cooling. Do
not run cold water over hot cooking vessel or cover, as they may crack if
cooled suddenly.
1. Wipe heating base and cord with a damp cloth after it has been unplugged and
the base is cool.
2. Cooking vessel and cover may be washed using hot soapy water by hand or
cleaned in the dishwasher. Avoid contact between pieces to prevent damage.
3. Use a non-abrasive cleanser or baking soda paste to remove stains. Do not use
metal scouring pads or cleansers. Wipe with distilled vinegar to remove water
spots or mineral deposits. Rewash with hot soapy water, rinse and dry.
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ROCKERY COOKING TIPS
• Stir foods occasionally to reduce sticking to sides of cooking vessel.
• Use only plastic, rubber, wooden or non-metal cooking tools with cooking
vessel. Use of metal cooking tools may scratch the ceramic vessel.
• Foods will be brought to a simmer at all cooking settings. The setting determines
the time needed to reach a simmer.
• If the cooking vessel is filled less then half full, suggested cooking times should
be reduced.
• Less tender, less expensive cuts of meat are better suited to slow cooking then
expensive cuts of meat. Remove excess fat from meat when possible before
slow cooking. Remove skin from poultry, if desired, before cooking.
• Raw vegetables take longer to cook than meats as the liquid simmers rather
than boils. Cut vegetables into uniform, bite-size pieces to cook evenly.
• You may fill the cooking vessel with food the night before cooking and
refrigerate. When ready, place cooking vessel into the heating base and cook.
The gradual warming will not harm the cooking vessel.
• Insert a meat thermometer into roast, hams or whole chickens to ensure meats
are cooked to recommended temperature. Fresh or thawed fish and seafood fall
apart during long hours of cooking. Add these ingredients an hour before
serving.
• Milk, sour cream and natural cheese break down during long hours of cooking.
Add these ingredients just before serving or substitute with undiluted condensed
creamed canned soups or evaporated milk. Processed cheese tends to give
better results than naturally aged cheese.
• Rice and pasta may be added uncooked during the last hour of cooking time. If
added uncooked, make sure there are at least two cups of liquid in the cooking
vessel. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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ECIPES
Many of your favorite recipes may be adapted to the West Bend® Crockery Cooker.
To do so, use the following guide.
If your recipe says to cook
for…
30 minutes 6 to 8 hours 3 to 4 hours
35 to 60 minutes 8 to 10 hours 5 to 6 hours
1 to 3 hours 10 to 12 hours 7 to 8 hours
Try some of our favorite recipes using the West Bend® Crockery Cooker that we
have included to get you started.
Cook at “LO” for… Cook at “HI” for…
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Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup
1½ lbs. Chicken, cut into cubes
3 cups water
1 medium onion – chopped
3 carrots – cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 ribs of celery – cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 14½ ounce can whole tomatoes – undrained – cut up
2 tsp instant chicken bouillon
2 tsp dried parsley flakes
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp dried rosemary leaves
¼ tsp pepper
¾ cup uncooked fine egg noodles
Cooking Time: LO = 8 to 9 hours HI = 5 to 6 hours
1. Combine all ingredients, except egg noodles in the cooking vessel. Place
cooking vessel into heating base, cover and cook at desired heat setting for time
given or until chicken and vegetables are tender.
2. Remove chicken pieces from cooking vessel and set aside to cool slightly. Set
control to HI and add noodles, stirring to combine. Cover and continue to cook
30 minutes.
3. Remove chicken from bones and cut into bite-size pieces. Return meat to
cooking vessel and cook until noodles are tender. Serves 4. Set at Keep Warm
for serving, if desired.
Herbed Pork Roast
3 large garlic cloves – quartered
2½-3 Lb pork roast – boneless or bone-in
¾ tsp salt
¾ tsp ground thyme
¼ tsp rubbed sage
¼ tsp ground cloves
½ tsp grated lemon peel
½ cup water
2 tbsp cornstarch - optional
2 tbsp water - optional
Cooking Time: LO = 9 to 10 hours HI = 5 to 6 hours
1. Cut 12 small pockets into roast and insert garlic pieces. In small bowl combine
salt, thyme, sage, cloves and lemon peel. Rub on pork roast.
2. Pour 1/2 cup water into the cooking vessel. Add roast. Place cooking vessel into
heating base, cover and cook at desired heat setting for time given or until meat
thermometer inserted into center of roast reads 170°F or higher.
3. Remove roast and allow to stand 10 to 15 minutes before carving. Remove
garlic pieces. Juices may be thickened for gravy if desired. Dissolve cornstarch
in water. Set control to HI. Stir slowly into juices until thickened. Serves 4 to 6.
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Slow Cooker Stew
11/2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 Small onion – chopped
3 carrots – cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 ribs celery – cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 medium potatoes – cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 14½ ounce can whole tomatoes – undrained – cut up
1 10½ ounce cans beef broth
2 tsp worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp dried parsley flakes
1 bay leaf
¾ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
1½ tbsp quick cooking tapioca
Cooking Time: LO = 8 to 10 hours HI = 5 to 6 hours
1. Combine all ingredients in cooking vessel, stir to blend.
2. Place cooking vessel into the heating base, cover and cook at desired heat
setting for time given or until meat and vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaf
before serving. Serves 4. Set at Keep Warm for serving if desired.
Beef Roast with Vegetables
2–21/2 lbs beef roast
1 Small onion – quartered or sliced
4 carrots – cut into 1-inch pieces
4 medium potatoes – quartered and halved
½ cup water
salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Time: LO = 9 to 10 hours HI = 5 to 6 hours
1. If desired, brown roast in skillet over medium heat of range unit before placing
into cooking vessel. Season as desired. Place vegetables around roast. Add
water.
2. Place cooking vessel into heating base, cover and cook at desired heat setting
for time given or until meat and vegetables are tender. (Meat thermometer
should read 170°F for well done). Remove roast and vegetables. Thicken
juices with mixture of 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water if
desired. Set control to HI and slowly stir mixture into juices until thickened.
Serves 4.
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Chili
1½ lbs lean ground beef or turkey
1 Cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 garlic clove - minced
1 28 ounce cans whole tomatoes – undrained – cut up
1 15 ounce can kidney beans - undrained
11/2 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt
1
/2 tsp pepper
Cooking Time: LO = 8 to 10 hours HI = 4 to 5 hours
1. Brown ground beef or turkey with onion, green pepper and garlic in skillet over
medium heat of range unit. Remove excess grease. Transfer mixture into
cooking vessel. Add remaining ingredients; stir to blend.
2. Place cooking vessel into heating base, cover and cook at desired heat setting
for time given. Serves 4 to 5. Set at Keep Warm for serving, if desired.
Chicken Vegetable Stew
2 lbs Chicken, cut into cubes
3 carrots – cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 ribs celery – cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 8 ounce can mushroom stems and pieces – undrained
1 15 ounce jar whole small onions – undrained – OR 1 medium onion, chopped
1 10 ounce bag frozen peas – rinsed with hot water
½ tsp salt
½ tsp dried thyme leaves
½ tsp paprika
1
/4 tsp rubbed sage
1
/4 tsp pepper
1
/2 cup water
1 6 ounce can tomato paste
1 10.5 ounce can chicken broth
3 tbsp cornstarch
1
/4 cup water
Cooking Time: LO = 8 to 10 hours HI = 5 to 6 hours
1. Place chicken parts, carrots, celery, mushrooms, onions and peas in cooking
vessel. In medium bowl combine salt, thyme, paprika, sage, pepper, water,
tomato paste and broth. Pour over chicken mixture.
2. Place cooking vessel into heating base, cover and cook at desired heat setting
for time given or until chicken and vegetables are tender.
3. Remove chicken pieces and set aside to cool slightly. Remove meat from bones
and cut into bite-size pieces. Return meat to cooking vessel; stir to combine.
4.
Set control to HI. Combine cornstarch and water; stir slowly into stew until
thickened. Serves 4 to 6. Set at Keep Warm for serving if desired.
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RODUCT WARRANTY
Appliance 1 Year Limited Warranty
Focus Electrics, LLC (“Focus Electrics”) warrants this appliance from failures in the material
and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase with proof of purchase,
provided the appliance is operated and maintained in conformity with the provided Instruction
Manual. Any failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at Focus
Electrics’ discretion. This warranty applies to indoor household use only.
This warranty does not cover any damage, including discoloration, to any non-stick surface of
the appliance. This warranty is null and void, as determined solely by Focus Electrics if the
appliance is damaged through accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, scratching, or if the
appliance is altered in any way.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, PERFORMANCE, OR
OTHERWISE, WHICH ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL FOCUS
ELECTRICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, FORSEEABLE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
If you think the appliance has failed or requires service within its warranty period, please
contact the Focus Electrics Customer Service Department at (866) 290-1851, or e-mail us at
service@focuselectrics.com. A receipt proving the original purchase date will be required for all
warranty claims, hand written receipts are not accepted. You may also be required to return
the appliance for inspection and evaluation. Return shipping costs are not refundable. Focus
Electrics is not responsible for returns lost in transit.
Replacement parts, if available, may be ordered directly from Focus Electrics, LLC several
ways. Order online at www.focuselectrics.com, e-mail service@focuselectrics.com, over the
phone by calling (866)290-1851, or by writing to:
Focus Electrics, LLC
Attn: Customer Service
P. O. Box 2780
West Bend, WI 53095
To order with a check or money order, please first contact Customer Service for an order total.
Mail your payment along with a letter stating the model or catalog number of your appliance,
which can be found on the bottom or back of the unit, a description of the part or parts you are
ordering, and the quantity you would like. Your check should be made payable to Focus
Electrics, LLC.
Your state/province’s sales tax and a shipping fee will be added to your total charge. Please
allow two weeks for processing and delivery.
This manual contains important and helpful information regarding the safe use and care of your
new Focus Electrics product. For future reference, attach dated sales receipt for warranty proof
of purchase and record the following information:
Date purchased or received as gift: _______________________________________________
Where purchased and price, if known: _____________________________________________
Item number and Date Code (shown bottom/back of product):___________________________
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