bESTRON ASC350 Stainless Steel Slow Cooker 3.5L 180W Instruction Manual

bESTRON ASC350 Stainless Steel Slow Cooker 3.5L 180W Instruction Manual

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations with the purchase of this Bestron product. These instructions tell you how the product works and how to use it. Read the instructions carefully before you start using the appliance. Only use the appliance in the manner described in the instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.

Defects:

If the appliance is defective, do not try to repair it yourself. Always have a qualified mechanic carry out any repairs.

Children:

• This appliance may be used by children over the age of 8 years old and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and know-how, but only if supervised or if they have been instructed on how to use the appliance safely and are aware of its potential dangers.
• Children are not allowed to clean and maintain the appliance, except if they are over the age of 8 years old and supervised.
• Keep the appliance and the cable out of reach of children under the age of 8 years old.
• Keep an eye on children to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

• Check that the mains voltage corresponds with that shown on the rating plate of an electrical appliance before you use it.
• Check that the socket to which you connect the electrical appliance is earthed.
• Always install electrical appliances on a stable and level surface where it cannot fall over.
• Certain parts of an electrical appliance may become warm or sometimes hot. Do not touch them as you may burn yourself.
• Make sure your hands are dry when you touch an electrical appliance, a cord or a plug.
• Electrical appliances must be able to lose their heat to avoid fire hazards. Therefore, make sure that the appliance has sufficient clearance around it and that it does not come into contact with flammable materials. Electrical appliances must never be covered.
• Make sure that electrical appliances, cords or plugs do not come into contact with water.
• Never immerse electrical appliances, cords or plugs in water or any other liquid.
• Do not touch electrical appliances if they have fallen in the water. Immediately pull the plug out of the socket. Stop using the appliance.
• Make sure that electrical appliances, cords and plugs do not come into contact with heat sources, such as a hot hob or open fire.
• Never let cords hang over the edge of the sink, a worktop or a table.
• Always remove plug from the socket when you are not using the electrical appliance.
• Remove the plug from the socket by pulling the plug itself and not the cord.
• Regularly check if the cord of the electrical appliance is not damaged. Do not use the electrical appliance if the cord shows signs of damage. If the cord is damaged, it should be replaced by the manufacturer, a technical service provider or a person with an equivalent qualification, to avoid any danger.
• The appliance may not be switched on with the aid of an external time switch, or by a separate system with remote control.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THIS APPLIANCE

• Be careful when using the appliance outdoors.
• Never use the appliance in damp or wet locations.
• Thoroughly clean the appliance after use (see Cleaning and Maintenance).
• Never move the appliance when it is switched on or is still hot. Switch off the appliance before moving it.
• Never leave the appliance plugged in when it is not in use.
• Always wear oven gloves when handling the glass lid or the ceramic pan.
• The glass lid and the ceramic pan are fragile, be careful with them! Do not use them when cracked or broken.
• Never cook directly in the housing, always use the ceramic pan.

OPERATION

General

The appliance is intended only for domestic use, not for professional use.\

1. Housing
2. Handles
3. Ceramic (inner) pan
4. Glass lid
5. Knob
6. Temperature switch

Before first use

1. Remove the appliance from the packaging, and remove all packaging materials.
2. Clean the ceramic pan and the glass lid before using the appliance for the first time (see ‘Cleaning and maintenance’).

WARNING:

• The appliance may emit a little smoke and a characteristic smell when you switch it on for the first time. This is normal and will stop on its own. Make sure the appliance has sufficient  ventilation.

Prepairing

1. Place the appliance on a level, stable and heat-resistant surface.
2. Remove the ceramic pan from the housing to prevent spilling into the  device or onto the heating element.
3. Add all ingredients in the ceramic pan and close the glass lid.
4. Put the ceramic pan back into the housing.

WARNING

• Never use the ceramic pan on a hot plate, stove or in the oven.

Slow cooking

1. Put the plug into the wall socket.
2. Turn the temperature switch to “HIGH” or “LOW”.
3. Leave the glass lid on the pan during the cooking process as much as possible.
4. When you are finished cooking, turn the temperature switch to “OFF”. Remove the plug from the wall socket and allow the appliance to cool down completely before cleaning.

WARNING

• The “KEEP WARM” function is only intended for keeping freshly prepared food warm. Do not use this function to cook food. We do not recommend using the “KEEP WARM” function for more than 4 hours. Don’t leave the dish in the ceramic pan for too long!

COOKING TIPS

General

• To prevent your dish from being undercooked or overcooked, we recommend to always fill the ceramic pan between ½ and ¾ of its capacity. Stick to the recommended cooking times.
• To prevent overflow during cooking, never fill the ceramic pan over ¾ of its capacity.
• For the best result and to prevent food from drying out or burning, make sure there is sufficient moisture. Always follow the recipe for the right amounts.

around 60 minutes before the end of the cooking process.
Beans| Always pre-cook dried beans (especially Kidney beans) before adding them to the cooking process.
Vegetables| Always place vegetables on the bottom of the pan to ensure they have enough moisture to cook. Blanch vegetablessbefore using them in your dish to break down enzymes and preserve vitamins
Soup| First add the dry ingredients and then enough moisture to cover up the ingredients completely.
Milk & Cream| Do not add milk, cream or sour cream until 15 to 30 minutes before the end of the cooking process.
Meat| It is prefered to use meat such as beef, lamb chops or spare ribs. Low fat meat could easily become tough or dry. Meat retains more flavor by frying it first, use another pan.
Combined dish| Adjust the size of the meat to the other ingredients for even cooking, for example when using pre-cooked vegetables or vegetables that cook quickly, such as mushrooms or eggplant, add small pieces of meat.
Seafood| For the best taste, do not add fish and shellfish until 30 to 60 minutes before the end of the cooking process.

WARNING

Sometimes it might appear that recipes only contain a small amount of moisture, but in most cases moisture levels will double during the slow cooking process. When wanting to use a recipe that is not a slow cooker recipe, only use half of the amount of moisture suggested.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Clean the appliance after each use.

1. Remove the plug from the wall socket, allow the appliance to cool down completely.
2. The glass lid and the ceramic pan can be cleaned in hot water with washing-up liquid; use a soft cloth or a plastic washing-up brush. The glass lid and the ceramic pan may also be cleaned in a dishwasher.
3. Clean the housing with a damp cloth.
4. Store the appliance in a dry place.

WARNING

• Verify that the appliance is not connected to the power supply before you start to clean it.
• Never use corrosive or scouring cleaning agents or sharp objects (such as knives or hard brushes) to clean the appliance.
• Never immerse the housing in water or other liquid and do not keep it under running water.

WARRANTY CONDITIONS

Bestron offers a 60-month warranty on this equipment against defects resulting from manufacturing and/or material errors, subject to the following conditions.

1. No labour or material costs will be charged during this warranty period.
2. Any repairs carried out under the warranty will not extend the warranty period.
3. Faulty parts, or in the event of exchange, the faulty equipment itself, will automatically become the property of Bestron.
4. The warranty is valid for the first buyer only and is non-transferable.
5. The warranty is not valid for damage caused by:
   • Accidents
   • Improper use
   • Wear and tear
   • Neglect
   • Faulty installation
   • Connection to a different mains voltage than indicated on the type plate
   • Unauthorised changes
   • Repairs carried out by unqualified third parties
   • Use in violation with the applicable statutory, technical or safety standards
   • Careless transport without suitable packaging or other protection
6. Warranty cannot be claimed:
   • For damage during transport
   • If the serial number of the appliance is removed or changed
7. Items excluded from warranty are:
   • Cords
   • Lamps
   • Glass parts
8. The warranty does not entitle the purchaser to compensation for any damage other than replacement or repair of the faulty parts. Bestron cannot in any event be held liable for any indirect or consequential losses caused by or in relation to the equipment it has provided.
9. Claims under a warranty may only be submitted to your (online) retailer or directly to the Bestron Ser- vice Department. Never send items without being asked to. We may refuse the parcel and you will be liable for the costs. Contact us first and we tell you how the appliance should be packaged and sent. Each claim under a warranty must be accompanied by the relevant receipe.

ENVIRONMENT

• Dispose of packaging material such as plastic and cardboard boxes in the designated containers.
• Do not dispose of this product as normal domestic waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at a collection point for the reuse of electric and electronic equipment. Look for the symbol on the product, the user instructions or the packaging showing the type of waste.
• The materials can be used as indicated. By helping us reuse and process the materials or otherwise recycle the old equipment, you will be making an important contribution towards the protection of the environment.\
• Your municipality can tell you where to find the designated waste collection point in your neighbourhood.

CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This product meets the requirements of European guidelines.

R. Neyman
Quality control

SERVICE

If an unexpected problem occurs, please contact the BESTRON service department: www.bestron.com/service

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