Hamilton Beach 33143 Use & Care W - Page 3

840096700 Ev02 2/28/02 9:24 AM Page 3 Cool Touch? If your slow cooker is a Cool Touch model, the base handles, control knob, and cover knob are cool to the touch. Other areas, such as the base of the slow cooker, are warm but will not burn you if casually touched. The crock, cover, and interior metal surface of the base are hot. Crock and Glass Cover: Precautions and Information • Please handle the Crock and Cover carefully to ensure long life. • Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes. For example, do not place a hot Cover or Crock into cold water, or onto a wet surface. • Avoid hitting the Crock and Cover against the faucet or other hard surfaces. • Do not use Crock or Cover if chipped, cracked, or severely scratched. • Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads. • The bottom of the Crock is very rough and can damage the countertop. Use caution. • The Crock and the Cover can become very hot. Use caution. Do not place directly on any unprotected surface or countertop. • The Crock is microwave safe and oven proof, but never heat the Crock when empty. Never place the Crock on a burner or stove top. Do not place the Cover in a microwave oven, conventional oven, or on the stove top. Removing Cover and Crock When removing the Cover, tilt so that the opening faces away from you to avoid being burned by steam. The sides of the Base of the slow cooker get very warm because the heating elements are located here. Use the handles on the Base if necessary. Use hot mitts to remove the Crock. Crock Capacity How much does your slow cooker hold? The capacity of your slow cooker refers to the amount the crock can hold if it is filled to the rim. However, we DO NOT recommend filling to the rim. As a rule, you should select recipes that yield 1 quart less than the listed capacity of your crock. For example, if your slow cooker is labeled as a 6-quart slow cooker, your best results will be achieved using recipes that yield 5 quarts or less. 3