Intellipot Auto-Lifting Steamer Insert: User Manual for COOKS COMPANION 4.5 qt Non-Stick Deep Fryer
- June 5, 2024
- COOKS COMPANION
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The Cook’s Companion® lntelliPot Auto-Lifting Steamer Insert is a versatile kitchen appliance that can be used for boiling, sautéing, frying, steaming, and baking. This user manual provides detailed instructions on how to use the 4.5 qt non-stick deep fryer with the Intellipot Auto-Lifting Steamer Insert. The manual includes important safety precautions to ensure the best performance of your product. It is essential to read all instructions before using the appliance and to follow them consistently. The manual provides information on how to get started with the lntelliPot and how to use it effectively. Additionally, it includes recipe ideas and cleaning instructions for the product. The lntelliPot comes with a 1-year limited warranty from the original date of purchase, and the manual provides information on how to process a claim in case of any defects found in the product. By following the instructions provided in this manual, users can make the most of their Cook’s Companion® lntelliPot Auto-Lifting Steamer Insert for a variety of cooking needs.
COOKS COMPANION 4.5 qt Non-Stick IntelliPot Auto Lifting Steamer Insert
Thank you for purchasing the Cook’s Companion® lntelliPot.
Your item will perform best when used as intended. To ensure the best
performance of your products, please consistently follow these instructions.
YOUR INTELLIPOT INCLUDES
COMPATIBILITY
- Your lntelliPot is 1200 Wand requires a voltage of 120V. Please make sure your outlet is compatible before using the product.
- Do not plug the lntelliPot into any outlet other than the standard U.S outlet.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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Please read all Instructions before using your item.
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Do not let your lntelliPot boil dry.
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Always make sure that the lntelliPot has contents inside before turning on the heat.
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Do not utilize sharp objects or metal utensils when using this product so that you do not scratch the Inner coating.
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The underside of your lntelliPot has vents or “cooling holes”. Make sure to keep the cooling holes clean and free of debris at all times.
Do not wash the cooling holes using water or any type of liquid. In the case you feel that the cleaning holes need to be cleaned, use a soft cloth or sponge to dust/wipe down. -
In order to avoid damaging the Item’s power switch, make sure never to cut off the power source suddenly when lntelliPot is operating.
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Do not Immerse the lntelliPot or any of Its components (power cords, plugs, etc.) In water or any other liquids.
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In order to ensure you can property operate the lntelliPot, please do not cover up the LED display at any time.
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To clean the lntelliPot, please ensure that the unit Is unplugged, and the power is completely turned off.
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Do not wash the entire unit with water or any other cleaners. Only the inside of lntelliPot should be cleaned out.
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Always use caution when using the lntelllPot around children.
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Please make sure you do not use the lntelllPot for purposes other than those Indicated/recommended In this care & use manual.
GETTING STARTED
- Before inserting the lntelliPot plug into your home’s power outlet, please ensure that the outlet voltage is consistent with the voltage mentioned in “Compatibility” section for lntelliPot.
- When using the lntelliPot, always use oven mitts/pot holders as the glass lid and exterior will become hot during use.
- It is recommended that you use tools made of nylon, plastic, wood, silicon or melamine for this item.
- Heating without food, water, oil or other liquids may cause damage to the lntelliPot or stick-resistant coating and void your warranty.
- Do not scratch the surface or cut directly in your item.
- Your lntelliPot can be used for boiling, sauteing, frying, steaming or even baking.
- Please note you should never preheat or cook with your lntelliPot without contents inside. Always ensure you do not let your food boil dry. This can damage your item and void the warranty.
- Your item can be used with or without the included lifting basket.
- You may cook in the main body without the basket for things like sauteing or frying, simmering or boiling liquids, and more. With liquid below in the main body, the lifting basket can be used for steaming vegetables, cooking pasta, etc.
USING YOUR INTELLIPOT
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To steam food in your lntelliPot, add water or another liquid, such as broth, into the bottom of the lntelliPot body and place the food you would like to steam in the lifting basket. The basket should balance on the column inside the lntellipot body. Further instructions follow on how to raise or lower the basket.
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You may place the glass lid on top of the lntelliPot or choose to use without, depending on your cooking needs.
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We recommend removing the lifting basket in the case that you are cooking foods that do not require its use. You may find it easier to keep an eye on your food while cooking.
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When you are ready to use, plug the lntelliPot power cord into your home outlet. Always ensure your outlet is compatible and refer to the “Compatibility” section again if needed. You should hear a single “beep” and see “lntelliPof displayed in the LED screen.
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Next, press the “Power” button to tum the device on.
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When the lntelliPot is on, the word “Temp” will show up on the left top comer of the LED screen, indicating that you can choose the temperature you would like to cook at. Please note after approximately 5 seconds, “Temp” will switch to and remain on the “Time” function throughout the cooking process. At any time, you may press the “Temp/Time” button to switch between the two functions.
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While you are on the “Temp” function, you may use the”+” and “-” symbols to choose between the 5 different temperature options (180°F, 210°F, 240°F, 300°F, and 360°F). Temperature should be adjusted as needed according to your cooking needs.
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Please note that flashing lights will show on the LED screen while the lntelliPot is heating up to your selected temperature. These lights will stop blinking once the temperature is reached. Please note that water boils at 212°F. Water or water-based products may not reach above this, so the lights may continue to blink even if your temperature is set to 240°F or above. This is okay.
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To set your time, press “Temp/Time” button and make sure the LED screen shows the word “Time” on the right top comer. In this state, you can use “+” and “-” buttons to set the length of time you would like to cook your food. When the timer reaches zero, the lifting basket will rise and the heat will tum off automatically.
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Please note if you are cooking without the basket, the center column will still rise once the timer reaches zero. You may simply lower it by pressing the “Down” button. Additionally, the basket will not fully raise if you have the glass lid on. Please remove the glass lid and hit the “Up” button to fully raise the basket if needed for your recipe.
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The maximum length of time you can set for cooking is 45 minutes. A single, short tap on the “+” button will increase the time by 20 seconds per tap. By holding down the “+” button, you can increase the cooking time by 5 minute intervals.
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Once the cooking time is over, the lntelliPot will make a “beep” sound and the lifting basket will rise. While cooking, the lntelliPot will show the time remaining on the LED screen. If you do not set the timer on lntelliPot, you may cook for longer than 45 minutes.
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Note: If you are using the lifting basket and would like to raise or lower it while you are cooking (i.e. to check your pasta), you may press the “Up” and “Down” arrow buttons at any time. This will manually raise or lower the basket when the lntelliPot is on but you have not set the timer, or when the timer has not reached zero.
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If you are using the lifting basket with your lntelliPot to steam or cook food, you should always protect your hands with oven mitts or gloves and use the included tongs to remove the basket.
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There are two holes on either side of the center column of the lifting basket. With your hands protected, insert the tongs into the holes of your lifting basket. Squeeze firmly on the tongs to lift the basket from the lntelliPot. Please use extreme caution as your lifting basket will be hot after cooking with it.
CLEANING YOUR INTELLIPOT
- For cleaning purposes, it is important to ensure that the lntelliPot is unplugged from the power supply and has cooled down completely before starting.
- To clean the interior of the lntelliPot, use a damp, soft cloth or sponge and dish soap to clean out the interior. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaners to clean the item as you may damage the coating.
- To clean the exterior of the lntelliPot, use a damp towel or sponge to wipe the outside surface and make sure to dry it completely with a clean, dry towel.
MAINTENANCE
- After each usage of the lnteliiPot, please pour out all remaining contents.
- You may then wash and dry the item. You should not leave any remaining food inside of the pot after using.
- Please ensure the unit is completely dry before storing or using again.
RECIPE IDEAS
Egg Salad
(Servings: 4)
Ingredients
Large eggs – 8
Mayonnaise – ½ cup
Yellow mustard – 1 teaspoon or to taste
Green onion – ¼ cup
Salt & Pepper – adjust to taste
Paprika – adjust to taste
Directions
- Place eggs gently in the lifting basket and pour 4.Sqt/18 cups of water (about ¾ of the way up the center column, enough to cover the eggs) in the lntelliPot.
- Close the glass lid of lntelliPot and lower the lifting basket as far as possible by pressing the down arrow for -6 seconds.
- Set the lntelliPot temperature to 360°F for ~20 minutes or until water reaches a steady boil. Once the water is boiling, reduce the temperature to 240°F and let the eggs cook for -10-12 minutes.
- Once the timer goes off and the lifting basket has raised, carefully remove the eggs to a separate dish and let them sit for -10 minutes or until they are completely cool. Peel the shells and carefully chop the eggs into small pieces on a cutting board.
- Place the chopped eggs into a medium-sized bowl and stir in the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, and green onion.
- Flavor the egg salad using salt, pepper and paprika to your taste.
- Mix well and serve as desired.
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Course Housewares, LLC warrant this product to be free from manufacturer
defect for up to 1 year from the origional date of purchase. If a defect is
found to ecist, Course Housewares will, at its option, either repair or
replace the product or the defective components. This warranty does not cover
(a) ordinary wear and tear such as scratches or strain), (b) impact damage or
breakage, (c) heat discolortion minor
imperfections and slight color variations which are a normal part of the
aaflsmanship, (d) improper cleaning methods, or (e) any unit that has been
1ampered with, (f) damages inasred through improper use and care and (g)
faulty packaging by you or mishandHng by any common carrier.
Failure to follow the accompanying Care and Use inslruclions or oommen:ial use
will void this warranty.
Course Housewares’ sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this wananty is limited to repair or replacement, at its option, of the defective product You wil be responsible for any shipping and handling fees. Products returned to us lhat are not found to be defective in material or workmanship wil be returned to you. If your particular product is found defective but is no longer available and camot be repaired, a oomparable product, at our discretion, will be sent as a replacement Course House.vares cannot guarantee a replacement of the same color as your original purchase. This warranty extends only to the product’s original purchaser, US residents only and does not cover damage caused by improper use or aocidental damage. This warranty rovers the Cook’s Companion® lntelliPot only.
COURSE HOUSEWARES, LLC MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THE PRODUCT OR RELATING TO ITS QUALITY. PERFORMANCE, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, COURSE HOUSEWARES, LLC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES WHETHER A CLAIM IS BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, WARRANTY OR OTHERWISE, IN NO EVENT WILL LIABILITY EXCEED THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE OFTHE PRODUCT. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OFTHE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. COURSE HOUSEWARES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
Some states do not allow Hmitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exdusion or Imitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above lmitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This wananty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other legal rights, which vary from stale to stale.
To process a claim:
Do not return the product to Iha retailer from which it was purchased. Your
retailer has no liability for this wananty. Please con1act 1he Course
Housewares customer service department for assistance and to ensure 1he
fastest possible resolution to the problem. Please have your purchase
information available to speed this process.
OR
Send your name, physical address, phone number, original purchase receipt and
the safely packaged item prepaid to:
Course Housewares, LLC
1715 Lake Drive West Chanhassen, MN 55317
866-325-1659 or Email:
askcourse@course-h.com
Return shipping and handUng charges may apply.
MADE IN CHINA, MANUAL PRINTED IN CHINA
MODEL: 8422244
Specifications
Product Specifications
Product Name| Cooks Companion 4.5 qt Non-Stick IntelliPot Auto Lifting Steamer
Insert
Compatibility| 1200W, 120V
Important Safeguards| – Do not let the IntelliPot boil dry
– Do not use sharp objects or metal utensils
– Keep cooling holes clean and free of debris
– Do not immerse in water or other liquids
– Do not cover up LED display
– Only clean the inside of the IntelliPot
– Use caution around children
– Do not use for purposes other than recommended
Usage| Boiling, sautéing, frying, steaming, baking
LED Display| Shows temperature and time
Temperature Options| 180°F, 210°F, 240°F, 300°F, and 360°F
Timer| Maximum length of time is 45 minutes, adjustable in 20 second or 5
minute intervals
Cleaning| Unplug and let cool before cleaning, use damp soft cloth or sponge
with dish soap for interior, use damp towel or sponge for exterior
Warranty| 1-year limited warranty from original date of purchase
FAQ’s
What is the maximum length of time you can set for cooking with the Intellipot Auto-Lifting Steamer Insert?
The maximum length of time you can set for cooking is 45 minutes.
Can you use metal utensils when using the Intellipot Auto-Lifting Steamer Insert?
No, it is not recommended to use sharp objects or metal utensils when using this product so that you do not scratch the inner coating.
How do you clean the cooling holes on the underside of the Intellipot Auto- Lifting Steamer Insert?
Do not wash the cooling holes using water or any type of liquid. In the case you feel that the cleaning holes need to be cleaned, use a soft cloth or sponge to dust/wipe down.
Can you immerse the Intellipot Auto-Lifting Steamer Insert or any of its components in water or any other liquids?
No, do not immerse the Intellipot or any of its components (power cords, plugs, etc.) in water or any other liquids.
What should you do before inserting the Intellipot plug into your home’s power outlet?
Before inserting the Intellipot plug into your home’s power outlet, please ensure that the outlet voltage is consistent with the voltage mentioned in “Compatibility” section for Intellipot.
What tools are recommended to use with the Intellipot Auto-Lifting Steamer Insert?
It is recommended that you use tools made of nylon, plastic, wood, silicon or melamine for this item.
Can you preheat or cook with your Intellipot Auto-Lifting Steamer Insert without contents inside?
No, you should never preheat or cook with your Intellipot without contents inside. Always ensure you do not let your food boil dry. This can damage your item and void the warranty.
How do you clean the interior of the Intellipot Auto-Lifting Steamer Insert?
To clean the interior of the Intellipot, use a damp, soft cloth or sponge and dish soap to clean out the interior. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaners to clean the item as you may damage the coating.
What is the warranty period for the Intellipot Auto-Lifting Steamer Insert?
The Intellipot comes with a 1-year limited warranty from the original date of purchase.
How do you process a claim in case of any defects found in the Intellipot Auto-Lifting Steamer Insert?
The manual provides information on how to process a claim in case of any defects found in the product.
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