Care and cleaning
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• Before cleaning the Meal Maker switch the
Temperature Control Dial to OFF, switch off at the
power outlet, unplug from the power outlet and
remove the connector end of the power cord from
the appliance inlet.
• Always allow the Meal Maker to cool
before cleaning.
• To remove stubborn, cooked-on foods in the
removable crockery bowl, soften by filling with
warm, soapy water and allow to soak for 20-30
minutes. Remove by lightly scrubbing with a soft
nylon kitchen brush.
• The removable crockery bowl and Glass Lid can be
washed in hot, soapy water using a mild household
detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool, or metal
scouring pads as these can damage the surfaces.
• The removable crockery bowl and Glass Lid are
dishwasher safe, however care should be taken not
to chip or crack the crockery bowl or lid.
• The stainless steel housing can be wiped over with
a soft, damp cloth and then dried thoroughly.
Hints and tips
• Always thaw frozen meat and poultry
before cooking.
• Trim all visible fat from meat or poultry.
• Meat and poultry require at least 6-7 hours
of cooking on Low setting.
• Ensure that the food or liquid to be cooked fills
half or more of the removable crockery bowl.
• On completion of cooking, if there is too much
liquid remove the lid, turn the Temperature Control
Dial to the High setting and cook for
35-40 minutes until the liquid reduces.
DO’S
• Do ensure the removable crockery bowl is at room
temperature when placing into the stainless steel
housing prior to cooking.
• Do avoid extreme temperature changes to the
removable crockery bowl and Glass Lid. Handle the
removable crockery bowl and Glass Lid with care.
• Do use dry oven mitts when lifting the removable
crockery bowl containing hot liquids.
• Do place the removable crockery bowl onto a heat
proof placemat when serving from the removable
crockery bowl at the table.
DONT’S
• Do not place removable crockery bowl or Glass Lid
into or under cold water while still hot.
• Do not use the removable crockery bowl or Glass
Lid if chipped or cracked.
• Do not operate the Meal Maker without the
removable crockery bowl in position.
• Do not place a hot removable crockery bowl onto a
wet surface.
• Do not cook with frozen meats or poultry.
NEVER
• Place water or other liquids into the stainless steel
housing of the Meal Maker.
• Immerse the base, cord or plug of the Meal Maker
in water or any other liquid.
• Touch hot surfaces with bare hands.
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ENSURE REMOVABLE CROCKERY BOWL IS CORRECTLY POSITIONED IN THE
STAINLESS STEEL HOUSING BEFORE YOU COMMENCE COOKING.
DO NOT IMMERSE STAINLESS STEEL HOUSING OR POWER CORD IN WATER
OR ANY OTHER LIQUID AS THIS MAY CAUSE ELECTROCUTION.