User manual WINDMERE WSC200C

[. . . ] When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs or appliance 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 and before cleaning. [. . . ] Prepare recipe according to instructions. Place food in stoneware liner and cover with glass lid. Do not put more than 4 cups (950 ml) of food into the stoneware liner. important: Remember that frequent lifting of lid during cooking delays cooking time and allows for moisture to escape. Note: When cooking meat and vegetable combinations place vegetables in bottom of stoneware liner first; then add meat and other ingredients. Stoneware liner cannot stand the shock of sudden temperature changes. Caution: Cooking base will get very warm during cooking; this is where heating element is located. Use pot holders or oven mitts when touching any part of the slow cooker. When cooking time is complete, turn control knob to OFF (0) and unplug. Using oven mitts, carefully remove glass lid by grasping knob and lifting lid slightly away from you. Using oven mitts, remove stoneware liner from cooking base and place on a trivet. Even when switched OFF (0) and unplugged, slow cooker remains hot for some time after use; set aside and allow appliance to cool before cleaning or storing. Note: If you are moving hot slow cooker, grasp unit by cooking base handles; use pot holders or oven mitts. Allow to cool completely before cleaning, see CLEANING YOUR SLOW COOKER. hINTS FOR SLOW COOKING · Meats will not brown during the cooking process. If you desire, heat small amount of oil in skillet; add meat and brown prior to putting into stoneware liner. ⷠWhole herbs and spices flavor better in slow cooking than crushed or ground. ⷠRemember, liquids do not boil away like they do in conventional cooking. Reduce amount of liquid in any recipe that is not designed for slow cookers. Exceptions to this rule would be rice and soups. Remember, liquids can always be added at a later time, if necessary. ⷠHigh fat meats can result in dishes with less flavor. [. . . ] Cover and set on HIGH (2) for 2½ hours or on LOW (1) for 3½ hours. (30 ml) all-purpose flour In nonstick skillet, cook bacon until crisp, turning often. Cover and set on HIGH (2) for 2 hours or on LOW (1) for 3 hours. Meanwhile, combine flour and remaining ½ cup half and half in microwave safe measuring cup. [. . . ]