Rival 5050 WCN - Manual (Page 3)

HOW TO USE YOUR SLOW COOKER
• Make sure the Temperature Control Probe is inserted securely into
the Probe Guard.
• Use the settings in the GREEN section to choose your
temperature setting.
• Turn the Temperature Control Dial to either HIGH or LOW. Make
sure the arrow is lined up properly with the setting you have chosen.
• Be sure to turn the probe to OFF when cook time is finished.
1. There are two temperature settings. LOW is recommended for slow
”all-day” cooking. 1 hour on HIGH equals about 2 to 2 1 ⁄
2
hours
on LOW.
2. Frozen foods such as vegetables and shrimp may be used as part of a
recipe. However, do not cook frozen meats (such as roasts or
chickens) unless you first add at least 1 cup of warm liquid. The liquid
will act as a “cushion” to prevent sudden changes in temperature.
Cook recipes containing frozen meats an additional 4 to 6 hours on
LOW, or an additional 2 hours on HIGH.
IMPORTANT! Make sure Steam Vent on Glass Lid is CLOSED when using
slow cooker.
3. Always cook with the Glass Lid on.
CAUTION: Use care when lifting Glass Lid. Hot liquid may build up
along the inside of the metal rim and may dribble out when Glass Lid is
removed.
4. Follow recommended cooking times.
5. Do not reheat foods in your Slow Cooker.
6. Unplug unit when cooking is done and before cleaning.
7. Removable Stoneware is ovenproof and microwave safe. Do not use
Glass Lid in microwave or conventional oven. Do not use Removable
Stoneware on gas or electric burners or under broiler.
8. Never overfill the Removable Stoneware. There should be at least a 1”
space between the top of the Removable Stoneware and the food. For
soups and stews leave at least a 2” space, this will leave sufficient room
for the soup to simmer.
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• Wash the Glass Lid, Removable Stoneware and Skillet in warm soapy
water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
CAUTION: Do not wash or immerse Temperature Control Probe.
• Before using the Skillet for the first time, condition the Non-Stick
Cooking Surface by lightly brushing the Non-Stick Cooking Surface
with vegetable oil. Heat, uncovered, to 300° F. Turn to OFF and cool
completely. Wipe away excess oil.
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PARTS AND FEATURES
Knob
Steam Vent
Glass Lid
Removable Stoneware
Non-Stick Cooking Surface
Skillet
Base
Probe Guard
Temperature Control Dial
Temperature Control Probe
Cord
BEFORE FIRST USE
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