KitchenAid KST4054CU Use & Care Guide - Page 13

Care and Cleaning Ceramic Pot Care Here are a few simple tips to assure your slow cooker gives you years of service. • This is a large-capacity slow cooker and it is recommended that you cook with at least 1 qt (1 L) of food in the ceramic pot. • Do not store the ceramic pot in the refrigerator. • If the ceramic pot has been inadvertently left in the refrigerator, do not immediately fill with hot or warm liquids. Wait until the pot is at room temperature. • If assembling a recipe in advance of cooking, store ingredients in a covered, separate container. • After each use, always follow the "Care and Cleaning" instructions. • For best results, the ceramic pot should be at least half-filled. If less than half filled, check for appropriate temperature 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe states. To clean white residue from the ceramic pot Small amounts of calcium in wash water may leave a white residue in the ceramic pot after it has been washed. To clean the residue, follow this procedure: 1. Pour a small amount of vinegar into the pot and dilute it with an equal amount of water. 2. Wipe the inside surfaces of the pot with a soft pad. Be sure to wipe the vinegar/water solution sufficiently over all the affected areas. 3. Empty the pot, rinse with water, and dry with a soft cloth or towel. Troubleshooting If your slow cooker should fail to operate, check the following: • See if the slow cooker is plugged into a proper electrical outlet. If it is, unplug the slow cooker. • If the slow cooker still does not work, check the household fuse or circuit breaker on the electrical circuit the slow cooker is connected to and make sure the circuit is closed. If the problem cannot be corrected: • Return appliance to the nearest Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair, or adjustment. • Plug in slow cooker. 13