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XVII. CONTACT If you have any problems with this unit, please contact our customer service department at (866) 479-3390. Please read operating instructions before using this product. 5-IN-1 MULTICOOKER Please keep original box and packaging materials in the event that service is required. CSVC1000/CSVC1100 Please visit www.cshousewares.com for more information. INSTRUCTION MANUAL IS APPLIANCES, INC. Toll Free (866) 479-3390 MODEL: CSVC1000/CSVC1100 Printed In China 43 CONTENTS I. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS I. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, these basic safety precautions should always be followed: II. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS III. ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. Read all instructions carefully. IV. 5-IN-1 MULTICOOKER PARTS LIST 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse HOUSING, cord, or plug in water or other liquid. V. KNOW YOUR ELECTRONIC CONTROL PANEL 4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. VI. REFERENCE IMAGES OF ELECTRONIC CONTROL PANEL 5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning the appliance. VII. ADVANTAGES OF USING YOUR 5-IN-1 MULTICOOKER 6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged VIII. BEFORE YOUR FIRST USE in any manner. Return the appliance to an authorized service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical IX. CARE AND CLEANING adjustment. X. USING THE SLOW COOK MODE 7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries. XI. COOKING TIPS FOR THE SLOW COOK MODE 8. Do not use outdoors. Household use only. XII. USING THE BROWN/SAUTÉ MODE 9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces, including the stove. XIII. COOKING TIPS FOR THE BROWN/SAUTÉ MODE 10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven. 11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids. XIV. RECIPES 12. Do not use this appliance for other than intended use. XV. NOTES 13. To disconnect, turn the BROWN//SAUTÉ knob to the OFF position, then remove plug from wall outlet. XVI. WARRANTY 14. CAUTION: To reduce risk of electric shock cook only in REMOVABLE COOKING POT. XVII. CONTACT 15. To ensure continued protection against risk of electric shock connect to properly grounded outlet. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY 1 2 II. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS IV. 5-IN-1 MULTICOOKER PARTS LIST This appliance must be grounded. It is equipped with a 3-conductor cord having a 3-prong grounded plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet which is properly installed and grounded. TEMPERED GLASS LID Warning: Improper use of the grounded cord can result in the risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician if necessary. Do not attempt to override this safety feature by modifying plug. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, it should be positioned such that it does not drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over and: REMOVABLE COOKING POT STEAMING RACK A. Use only 3-prong extension cord with 3-blade grounding plug. B. The marked rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of this appliance. The electrical rating is listed on the bottom of this unit. HANDLES III. ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: Always open lid away from you to avoid hot steam from causing burns. Use oven mitts to remove the REMOVABLE COOKING POT and STEAMING RACK from the HOUSING, as surfaces are hot. This appliance is not to be used as a deep fryer. CONTROL PANEL HOUSING 3 4 V. KNOW YOUR ELECTRONIC CONTROL PANEL VI. REFERENCE IMAGES OF ELECTRONIC CONTROL PANEL Please read this manual thoroughly before use, follow all recommendations, and keep it in a safe place for future reference. SLOW COOK KNOB Rotate the knob in either direction to adjust cooking temperatures. The red indicator light will illuminate, indicating the LED TIMER/COOK DISPLAY selected temperature. BROWN/SAUTÉ KNOB Rotate the knob in either direction to adjust cooking temperatures. The red indicator light will illuminate, indicating the SLOW COOK KNOB BROWN/SAUTÉ KNOB selected temperature. Figure 1 POWER INDICATOR LIGHT The power indicator light will stay illuminated while the Multicooker is plugged in. READY INDICATOR LIGHT The ready indicator light will illuminate when the Multicooker has reached the set temperature for the BROWN/SAUTÉ mode. It never illuminates when using the SLOW COOK mode. LED TIMER/COOK DISPLAY The timer will only display the time remaining in the SLOW COOK mode. The timer is not designed to operate in the BROWN/SAUTÉ mode. When operating the Multicooker in the BROWN/SAUTÉ mode, the LED lights will blink around the TIMER UP Figure 2 edges. When the set temperature has been reached for the BROWN//SAUTÉ mode, the ready indicator light will illuminate BUTTON and the LED lights will continue to blink to indicate this mode is in use. TIMER DOWN TIMER UP BUTTON BUTTON Increases the time in the SLOW COOK mode in half-hour increments. Hold the button down to cycle the timer up at a POWER faster rate. INDICATOR LIGHT TIMER DOWN BUTTON Decreases the time in the SLOW COOK mode in half-hour increments. Hold the button down to cycle the timer down at a faster rate. READY INDICATOR LIGHT Figure 3 5 6 VII. ADVANTAGES OF USING YOUR 5-IN-1 MULTICOOKER IX. CARE AND CLEANING • Use the BROWN/SAUTÉ mode for sautéeing, shallow frying, stir-frying, searing, simmering, and boiling. Use the STEAMING 1. DO NOT use metal utensils in your REMOVABLE COOKING POT as this could damage the surface. Only use nylon or silicone RACK included to steam foods or poach fish. utensils. • Use your Mulitcooker in the BROWN/SAUTÉ mode to brown and sear meats directly in the same REMOVABLE COOKING POT 2. DO NOT immerse the HOUSING or cord in water or any other liquid. that you will slow cook with. • The REMOVABLE COOKING POT is ovenproof and flameproof, so it can be removed from the Multicooker HOUSING and used 3. Turn the Multicooker off and unplug it from the wall outlet. Allow the Multicooker to cool completely before cleaning. on the stovetop, in the oven, and under the broiler. 4. Wash the REMOVABLE COOKING POT, TEMPERED GLASS LID, and STEAMING RACK in warm soapy water using a sponge or • Turn your Multicooker on in the morning and come home to a complete hot and tasty meal. When the cooking time is dishcloth. Rinse and towel dry thoroughly. Wipe the HOUSING with a damp cloth; do not use abrasive cleaners as this completed your Multicooker will automatically switch to the WARM mode. would scratch the surface of the HOUSING. Do not use caustic liquid or metal to clean the REMOVABLE COOKING POT, TEMPERED GLASS LID, STEAMING RACK, or HOUSING. We do not recommend placing the REMOVABLE COOKING POT in the • The Multicooker frees your oven and stovetop for other uses, and can even be used in other well-ventilated rooms of the dishwasher. house, such as the dining room. It’s large cooking capacity makes it a great option for gatherings and holiday meals. • Use your Multicooker as a buffet server to keep foods warm, such as chili, soup, stews, meatballs, fondue, and more. • Due to the longer cooking time of slow cooking, less expensive cuts of meat become meltingly tender and practically fall off the bone, and the various flavors of your ingredients will marry. VIII. BEFORE YOUR FIRST USE Carefully unpack your Multicooker and remove all packaging materials. Wash your Multicooker according to the Care and Cleaning section of this manual. When cleaning your Multicooker, always ensure that the unit is not plugged in and has cooled completely. 7 8 X. USING THE SLOW COOK MODE XI. COOKING TIPS FOR THE SLOW COOK MODE 1. Plug your Multicooker into a 110/120v outlet. The POWER INDICATOR LIGHT will illuminate and the LED TIMER/COOK DISPLAY will default to two dashes (--), indicating that your appliance is in standby mode. See Figure 1. • Best Protein Choices: MEATS. Tough cuts such as beef chuck, brisket, short ribs, pork shoulder, and leg of lamb turn tender and juicy 2. Rotate the SLOW COOK knob to one of the three available temperatures. through long, gentle cooking. Tender cuts work well, too, cooking more quickly. POULTRY. The thighs and legs of chicken, turkey, and duck all slow-cook beautifully. 3. When selecting the LOW mode, the LED TIMER/COOK DISPLAY will default to 8.0 hours. See Figure 2. When selecting the SEAFOOD. Fish cooks very quickly, so add it towards the end of the cooking time. HIGH mode, the LED TIMER/COOK DISPLAY will default to 4.0 hours. The TIMER can only be adjusted while the LED lights are blinking. If the LED lights stop blinking before you have adjusted the cooking time, simply rotate the SLOW COOK knob • Always defrost meat and poultry before putting them into the Multicooker. to the desired LOW or HIGH mode again to reset the timer display. • Browning meats adds another layer of flavor to slow cooking. Take advantage of the Multicooker by searing meat on the 4. To select a cooking time, adjust the time in half-hour increments (displayed as 0.5) up to 12 hours by pressing the TIMER BROWN/SAUTÉ mode before switching to the SLOW COOK mode.