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14. Extreme caution must be taken when moving the Slow Cooker containing hot liquids. 15. Never use the stoneware on gas or electric cooktops. 16. Do not cook in the base unit without the stoneware. 17. Take precaution when lifting the lid. Allow water to drip into the stoneware. 18. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. 19. Allow the Slow Cooker to completely cool down and store it in a cool, dry place. Notes on the cord plug This appliance has a polarized plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only in one way. If the plug does not fit fully into an electrical outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. A. A shorter power-supply cord (or detached power-supply cord) is provided to reduce the risk resulting from being entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. B. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. C. If a long detachable power-supply cords or extension cord is used: 1. The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least equal or great than the electrical rating of the appliance. 2. If the appliance is a grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. 3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over. WARNING: To protect against electric shock, fire, and injury to person(s), do not immerse main cord, plug, or unit in water or any other liquid. CAUTION: Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. If necessary, an extension cord must have compatible rating for power and voltage. Do not modify the plug and extension cord with this appliance; including 3 prong grounded plug. PARTS AND FEATURES Stoneware Temperature Control Stoneware Handles Base Handles Lid Knob *This illustration may slightly vary from the actual Slow Cooker. SPECIFICATIONS: • Voltage Rating: 120V • Power Rating: 270 Watts • Maximum Capacity: 5 Quarts BEFORE USE 1. Carefully unpack the Slow Cooker and clean it as instructed in CARE AND MAINTENANCE. 2. It is necessary to operate the Slow Cooker one time before placing food in the stoneware. Pour 4 cups of water into the stoneware and place it inside the base unit. Cover the unit with the glass lid. 3. Plug the cord into an electrical outlet. 4. Switch the Slow Cooker on HIGH setting for 30 minutes. A slight odor is normal and should disappear quickly. 5. After 30 minutes, switch OFF the Slow Cooker. Unplug the unit and allow it to cool. 6. Wearing oven mitts, grasp the stoneware handles carefully to lift and remove the stoneware from the base unit and pour the water out. 7. Rinse the stoneware, dry thoroughly and place it back in the base unit. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: The stoneware CANNOT stand the shock of sudden temperature changes. If the stoneware is hot, DO NOT add cold food. Before cooking frozen food, add some warm liquid. 1. Place food into the stoneware and cover with the glass lid. DO NOT FILL THE STONEWARE TO THE TOP WITH FOOD. 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 stoneware, so ingredients can come to simmer. When cooking a combination of meats and vegetables, place the vegetables in the bottom then add the meat and other ingredients. 2. Plug the cord into an electrical outlet. 3. Switch the Slow Cooker on LOW/HIGH/WARM setting as instructed by a recipe. . LOW is recommended for cooking in extended period of time. 1 hour on HIGH equals about 2 to 2 . hours on LOW. . WARM is recommended for keeping already cooked food at serving temperature. DO NOT cooking on WARM setting. 4. Using oven mitts, carefully remove the glass lid by grasping the lid knob and lift the lid slightly away from any people. This allows the steam to escape before removing the lid. 5. Allow a few seconds for all steam to escape. Then, using oven mitts, remove the stoneware from the base nit. Serve contents. If serving directly from the stoneware, always place a trivet or protective padding under the stoneware before placing it on a table or countertop. 6. Unplug from electrical outlet. Allow it to cool completely before cleaning, see CARE AND MAINTENANCE. 7. Even when switched OFF and unplugged, the Slow Cooker remains hot for some time after its use; set it aside and allow the unit to cool before cleaning or storing. *Please take note of the following chart for cooking purposes Setting Max. Temp. Time to reach Max. Temp. LOW 208F 8.5 hours HIGH 212F 5 hours WARM 145F 6.5 hours COOKING TIPS CAUTION: The lid handle may get hot while cooking, use an oven mitt when handling the Slow Cooker is necessary. 1. Less tender, cheaper cuts of meat are better candidates for slow cooking than more exp...