TRISTAR Slow Cooker Instruction Manual

: June 7, 2024
: Tristar

Table of Contents

SAFETY
PARTS DESCRIPTION
BEFORE THE FIRST USE
USE
RECIPES
Cranberry Chicken
Beef and Potato Stew
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
ENVIRONMENT
Support
References
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VS-3920

Instruction manual

TRISTAR Slow Cooker

SAFETY

By ignoring the safety instructions the manufacturer can not be held responsible for the damage.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Never move the appliance by pulling the cord and make sure the cord can not become entangled.
The appliance must be placed on a stable, level surface.
The user must not leave the device unattended while it is connected to the supply.
This appliance is only to be used for household purposes and only for the purpose, it is made for.
This appliance shall not be used by children aged less than 8 years. This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless older than 8 and supervised.
To protect yourself against an electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or appliance in the water or any other liquid.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
– Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and another working environment– By clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type environments.
– Bed and breakfast type environments.
– Farmhouses.
The surface is liable to get hot during use.
Do not place the Slow Cooker on or near hot surfaces or naked flames.
Never cook directly in the base unit. Only use the ceramic cooking bowl.
Do not touch the unit when in use, surfaces are liable to get hot. Always wear oven gloves and only touch the handles and knobs.
Do not move the unit during cooking as the unit will be extremely hot and heavy.
Pay attention when removing the lid as steam will escape, always lift the lid gently away from yourself to let steam escape.
The lid forms a seal during cooking and keeps the moisture in the food. Lifting the lid during the cooking process will add extra time to the cooking process.
Always use the HIGH or LOW setting to cook food. The WARM option is only suitable for fully cooked food.
Never use the removable cooking bowl on a stove, open flame, or solid hotplate. The cooking bowl can be placed in an oven to a maximum of 170°C, but only without the lid.
Never overfill the slow cooker, ensure you leave enough space to allow the contents to boil. This will prevent the contents from bubbling over.

PARTS DESCRIPTION

TRISTAR Slow Cooker - overview

Lid handle
Glass lid
Ceramic cooking pot
Slow cooker handle
Stainless steel exterior base
Display
Control panel

BEFORE THE FIRST USE

Remove all packaging of the device.
Check if the voltage of the appliance corresponds to the main voltage of your home. Rated voltage: AC220-240V 50Hz. The socket must be at least 16A or 10 A slow-protected.
Place the device on a flat stable surface and ensure a minimum of 10 cm. free space around the device. This device is not suitable for installation in a cabinet or for outside use.
Wash before using the device for the first time all loose parts in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly below. These parts are also dishwasher safe.
The heating element on the inner side of the base becomes very hot. Never touch this, you can get very serious burns.

√ Before using your slow cooker for the first time, operate the slow cooker with only water by following the steps below:

Place the ceramic cooking pot inside the base.
Add 4 cups of water to the ceramic cooking pot and cover with the glass lid.
Plug the unit into the power socket.
Press the mode button and select “HIGH”.
Adjust the timer by using the “+/-“ buttons for 30 minutes.
Press the power button the switch the unit on.
During heating, a slight odor may be omitted. This is manufacturing dust and will disappear.
After 30 minutes, the unit will switch to “WARM” at this point turn the power button off and unplug the unit.
Allow the unit to cool down for 15 minutes. Remove the glass lid and ceramic bowl from the base.
Carefully pour out the water from the ceramic bowl.
Rinse and dry the parts thoroughly.

USE

The control panel has three power settings: LOW, HIGH, and WARM.

LOW – This setting creates a gradual build-up of heat. It gently simmers the food for an extended period of time, up to 12 hours. This setting is ideal if you are away from home for the day and wish the food to be ready when you get home.
HIGH – This setting cooks food quicker as it reaches the maximum temperature much faster. Therefore, it allows you to cook your food twice as fast as on the low setting. It may be necessary to add liquid during the cooking process because the food will boil when on a high setting. This setting is ideal if you want to cook a dish in a shorter period of time.
NOTE: you can switch between LOW and HIGH during the cooking process if you wish to speed up the cooking.
WARM – this setting can be used to maintain the temperature of the food after the cooking process is finished. This setting is not suitable for cooking the food, as the temperature is too low.

Cooking Time	Recommended power setting
6-8 hours	Low
4-6 hours	High
Food	Weight
---	---
Beef	2.0 – 2.5 kg
Whole chicken	2.0 – 3.0 kg
Pork	1.0 – 1.5 kg

Table 1: Slow cooker cooking table

Prepare recipe according to instructions. Place food into the cooking pot and cover.
Plug the slow cooker into an electrical outlet.
The display will illuminate blue and 00:00 will appear.
Select a LOW or HIGH setting by pressing the “MODE” button.
Use the “+” and “-“ buttons to manually increase or decrease the time in 30 minutes increments for a minimum of 30 minutes or a maximum time of 20 hours.
Pre-programmed settings:
– LOW: 8 hours
– High: 4 hours
If the desired temperature is set, press the “POWER” button. The time will stop flashing and the unit will now start to warm up.
The display will count down to zero while showing the remaining cooking time. Slow cooking will commence. Power on indicator will illuminate.
Always cook with the lid on.

IMPORTANT! Do not remove the lid often when cooking as this will prolong the cooking time.

Serving. The slow cooker will automatically turn to a WARM setting, this will keep your food warm for 1 hour. You can manually adjust the time by using the “+” and “-“ button. It is not recommended to keep your food warm for over 4 hours.

IMPORTANT! The slow cooker will operate until switched OFF. Do not overcook food. Monitor cooking and ensure to switch OFF the slow cooker when the food is cooked properly.

Using pot holders, remove the cover.

CAUTION: The removable cooking bowl cannot stand the shock of sudden temperature changes. If the cooking bowl is hot, DO NOT add cold food.

Grasp the cooking pot with handles and remove it from the body.
Tableside serving. If serving directly from the cooking pot, always place a trivet or protective padding under the pot before placing it on a table or countertop.

CAUTION: The pot will be hot and can cause burns.

RECIPES

Portuguese Garlic Chicken
1 medium onion, finely sliced
6 cloves of garlic, finely sliced
2 medium tomatoes cut into quarters ⅓ cup of chopped roast ham
½ cup of raisins (Golden Raisins)
1.7 kg chicken ½ cup of Port
½ cup of Brandy
1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons of tomato puree
1.5 teaspoons of corn starch
2 tablespoons of cold water
1 teaspoon of red wine vinegar
parsley sprigs
salt
Mix the onion slices, garlic, tomatoes ham, and raisins. Remove the chicken giblets and put them aside for use another time; rinse the inside and outside of the chicken and dry. Secure the wings and tie up the thighs. Place the chicken on the onion mixture. Mix the Port, Brandy, mustard, and tomato puree and pour over the chicken. Cover and slow cook on low (LOW) until the meat on the thighs is tender (7 to 8 hours) Carefully place the chicken on an oven tray and sear for about 5 minutes. Put the chicken on a hot plate. Skim the fat from the cooking liquid and mix it in the corn starch solution. Select the high setting (HIGH), cover, and simmer, stirring 2 or 3 times until the sauce thickens (about 10 -15 minutes). Add the vinegar and season according to taste. To serve, garnish the chicken with some parsley and quartered tomatoes. Cut the chicken and add a little sauce. The remaining sauce can be served in a sauceboat.

Cranberry Chicken

1 finely sliced small onion
1 cup of fresh or frozen (unthawed) cranberries
1 kg of skinless deboned chicken thighs
¼ cup of ketchup
2 teaspoons of raw sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 teaspoons of cider vinegar
1.5 teaspoons corn starch
2 tablespoons of cold water Salt
Mix the onions and the cranberries in the slow cooker. Rinse and dry the chicken thighs and place them into the cooker. In a small bowl mix the
ketchup, sugar, mustard, and vinegar and place this mixture onto the chicken. Cover and simmer on low (LOW) until the chicken is tender (6 ½ -7 ½ hours). Carefully place the chicken onto a serving dish. Mix the corn starch with the water and stir this into the cooking liquid. Turn the heat to high (HIGH), cover with the lid, and simmer, stirring 2 or 3 times until the sauce thickens (about 10 -15 minutes). Season according to taste. Pour the sauce over the chicken.

Beef and Potato Stew

1-1.25 kg very lean beef
2 tablespoons of bacon fat or other fat
2 large diced onions
5 large potatoes chopped into eighths
4 or 5 large carrots cut into 5cm pieces Salt and pepper to season 1 can of

tomato soup
Sear the meat in fat or bacon grease. Add the diced onions. Place the meat, onions, vegetables, seasoning, and can of tomato soup, along with some water, into the slow cooker. Simmer for 7 hours on low (LOW). Add more water if necessary. Serve with bread.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Remove the plug from the socket and allow all parts to cool down.
Clean the steaming bowls, rice bowl, cover, and drip tray in warm soapy water. These parts are also dishwasher safe.
Do not immerse the base in water or other liquid. Place the base, not in the dishwasher, but clean it with a damp cloth.
Clean the outside with a damp cloth. Never use harsh and abrasive cleaners, steel wool, or a scouring pad as this will damage the device. Do not immerse in water or other liquid.

ENVIRONMENT

This appliance should not be put into the domestic garbage at the end of its durability but must be offered at a central point for the recycling of electric and electronic domestic appliances. This symbol on the appliance, instruction manual, and packaging put your attention to this important issue. The materials used in this appliance can be recycled. By recycling used domestic appliances, you contribute an important push to the protection of our environment. Ask your local authorities for information regarding the point of recollection.