Maxim Integrated MAXSC5W - Manual (Page 9)

User Maintenance Instructions
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user
serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Contact a qualified
appliance repair technician if the product requires servicing.
PRECAUTIONS
■ Do not use stoneware liner to store food in the refrigerator, and
then reheat in the base unit. The sudden temperature change may
crack the liner.
■ Please handle the stoneware liner and glass lid carefully to ensure
long life.
■ Avoid sudden extreme temperature changes. For example, do
not place a hot glass lid or stoneware liner into cold water or onto
a wet surface.
■ Avoid hitting the stoneware liner and glass lid against the faucet
or other hard surfaces.
■ Do not use stoneware liner or glass lid if chipped, cracked or
severely scratched.
■ Always unplug the unit from the electrical wall outlet when not
in use and before cleaning.
Hints for Slow Cooking
■ When cooking in a Slow Cooker, remember that liquids do not
boil away like they do in conventional cooking. Reduce the
amount of liquid in any recipe that is not designed for a Slow
Cooker. The exceptions to this rule would be rice and soups.
Remember, liquids can always be added at a later time if
necessary. If a recipe results in too much liquid at the end of the
cooking time, remove the lid and turn the control dial to high.
After about 30-45 minutes, the amount of liquid should be less.
■ Meats will not brown during the slow cooking process. Brown
meats using a small amount of oil in very hot skillet. Stir as each
side of the meat browns. Place browned meats into the stoneware
liner for use in slow cooking recipes.
■ High fat meats can result in dishes with less flavor. Pre-cooking
or browning will help reduce the amount of fat and help to
preserve the color. The higher the fat content, the less liquid
needed. If cooking meat with a high fat content, use thick onion
slices under it so that the meat will not sit and cook in the fat. If
necessary, use a slice of bread, a spoon, or a straining spoon to
skim off excess fat from the top of foods before serving.
■ Foods cut into uniform pieces will cook faster and more evenly
than foods left whole such as roast or poultry.
■ Whole herbs and spices flavor better in slow cooking than
crushed or ground.
MAXSC5W Use and Care Guide 7.