KSC660 - Multi-cooker KeMar - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL KSC660 KeMar

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1. Important safety instructions 21
2. Special notes on the power cable/ electrical requirements 23
   3.Before first use. 23
3. Glass lid and the Die-Cast Cookware 24
4. How to sear in Die-Cast Cookware 25
   6.How to slow cook. 26
5. Helpful Tips. 27
6. Cleaning and maintenance 29
7. Customer service / Guarantee 30

IMPORTANT

During the first few minutes of initial use, you may notice smoke and/or a slight odor.

This is normal and should quickly disappear. It will not recur after appliance has been used a few more times.

FEATURES

1. Dishwasher-Safe Glass Lid
2. Cool-Touch Handles
3. Dishwasher-Safe Die-Cast Aluminum Insert
4. Brushed Stainless Steel Housing
5. Temperature Control Knob.
6. 6-Quart Capacity

Dear Customer,

Your new slow cooker helps you prepare delicious meals. The cooker is easy to handle and simple to clean, due to its dishwater-safe inner pot.

On our website, you will find recipes and useful tips for an easy introduction to cooking.

This item has integrated safety devices. You should nevertheless read the safety instructions carefully and only use the item as described in this manual, in order to avoid incidental injuries or damages.

Keep this manual for further use. In case the item is passed on, this manual has to be passed on as well.

This sign warns you of the risk of injuries.

This sign warns you of the risk of injuries due to electricity.

This signs warns you of the risk of burns or scalding.

This sign marks additional information.

1. Safety Instructions

Intended Use

It is exclusively designed for the private household and it is not intended for commercial purposes.

The manufacturer does not accept any liability in the case of improper use caused by failure to observe this instruction manual.

In order to avoid hazards, only customer service is authorized to carry out repairs at the item.

The important precautions described within this section must be followed carefully to prevent the possibility of fire, electrical shock, personal injuries and/or property

damage:

1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch HOT surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against fire, electrical shock, and personal injury, do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug unit from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.

Allow to cool before attaching or removing parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

1. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to an authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not force any foreign objects, such as pins and wires, into any openings.
3. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.
4. Do not use outdoors.

5. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces

6. Do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

7. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other liquids.
8. Do not clean the appliance with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive material.
9. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the switch to its "OFF" position then remove the plug from wall outlet.
10. Do not use appliance for other than intended use. This product is designed for household use only.
11. Use only the appropriate Volt AC electrical current.
12. Always keep the power supply plug clean.
13. Plug the appliance into a single electrical outlet only.
14. Make sure that the power supply plug is firmly inserted all the way into the electrical outlet.
15. Do not attempt to plug in or unplug with wet hands.
16. Do not touch the steam vent.
17. Do not handle the power supply cord in a rough manner
18. Grasp only the plug when unplugging the power supply cord.
19. Do not shake the appliance by the handle.
20. Do not touch the metal part on the inside of the lid or inner lid during or immediately after operation.
21. Do no operate the appliance near flames or wet areas.
22. Do not operate the appliance on an unstable surface or on any surface that is not resistant to head.
23. Do not touch the Lid Release button while carrying the appliance.
24. Do not use any Inner Pot other than provided.
25. Do not place the appliance near walls or furniture (within 12^ / 30cm ).
26. Do not place the appliance in the locations where hot cooking oil may splash onto the appliance or where the appliance is exposed to direct sunlight.
27. Do not place a cloth or towels over the appliance during operation.
28. Remove all foreign substances before using appliances.

2. Special Cord Set Instructions

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

B Extension cords are available and may be uses if care is exercised in their use.
C If extension cord is used:

(1) The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
(2) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

Warning

Risk of electric shock.

Only use grounded outlets.

Do not remove the grounding connection.

Do not use any adapters.

Do not use any extension cables.

Failure to observe these instructions may result in lethal injuries, fire or electric shock.

3. Before first use

Remove the unit from packaging. HAZARD FOR CHILDREN - risk of death due to choking/ swallowing of packaging. Keep packaging away from children. Dispose of it immediately.

Disconnect the power plug from the socket.

Clean the container with hot water and a bit of detergent prior to first use.

Wipe the pot dry with a cloth.

Do not immerse electrical components under water!

4. Glass lid and the Die-Cast Cookware

PRECAUTIONS AND INFORMATION

• Please handle lid and die-cast cookware carefully to ensure long life.
• Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes to the lid. For example, do not place a hot lid into cold water or onto a wet surface.
• Avoid hitting lid against faucet or other hard surfaces.
• Do not use lid if chipped, cracked, or severely scratched.
• Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads.
• The die-cast cookware is ovenproof. The lid is not ovenproof.
• Never heat die-cast cookware when empty.
• Never place lid or die-cast cookware in microwave oven or toaster oven.
• Never place lid directly on a burner or stovetop.
• Never use lid or die-cast cookware under a broiler.

REMOVING GLASS LID AND DIE-CAST COOKWARE

• When removing lid, tilt so that opening faces away from you to avoid being burned by steam.
• The die-cast cookware handles all become very warm during cooking.

Always use oven mitts when handling ANY part of the slow cooker during cooking!

Lid and die-cast cookware are stovetop safe.

not suitable for induction)

Die-cast cookware is oven safe.

5. How to sear in Die-Cast Cookware

BEFORE FIRST USE:

Wash lid and die-cast cookware in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.

NOTE: You may use metal utensils when placing food in and removing food from die-cast cookware.

1. Add oil to die-cast cookware.
2. Heat oil on stovetop over medium to high heat

NOTICE: Do not heat die-cast cookware when empty since cooking surface and/or die-cast cookware may be damaged.

• Place food to be seared into die-cast cookware.
• When finished searing, carefully place die-cast cookware in base. Proceed to "How to Slow Cook" section.

BROWN/SAUTÉ

• To brown or sauté use the die-cast insert as you would a skillet or sauté pan on the stovetop for a variety of recipes. Prepare a quickly sautéed skillet dish, or brown food right in the die-cast pot as the first step in many braised or slow-cooked family favorites.
• To reheat foods, use the "LOW" setting and stir until all ingredients are warmed through. Then switch to "WARM" setting on the temperature control knob until ready to serve.

setting	average temperatures
Low 90-97°C
High 98-102°C
Keep Warm 70-77°C

6. How to slow cook

WARNING: Food Safety Hazard

Food must be hot enough to prevent bacterial growth before using "WARM" setting. The "WARM" setting should only be used after a recipe has been thoroughly cooked. Do not reheat food on "WARM" setting. If food has been cooked and then refrigerated, reheat it on "LOW" or "HIGH" setting and then switch to "WARM".

BEFORE FIRST USE: Wash lid and die-cast cookware in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.

NOTE: You may use metal utensils when placing food in and removing food from die-cast cookware.

1. Add food to die-cast cookware.
2. Place lid on the die-cast cookware.

NOTE: Lid vent hole will not affect cooking time.

1. Insert the plug into the wall outlet.
2. Turn the temperature control knob to desired heat setting to cook. Do not cook on the "WARM" setting

Slow cooking is perfect for foods that require long, slow simmering, such as soups, stocks, stews, and dried beans. Slow cooking is also ideal for tougher and less expensive cuts of meat like shoulder and pot roast.

The "LOW" setting is usually used for recipes that cook longer.

When starting a dish later in the day, select the "HIGH" setting to ensure that food is cooked. Select "WARM" when the food is fully cooked.

To reheat foods, use the "LOW" setting and stir until all ingredients are warmed through. Then switch to "WARM" setting on the temperature knob until ready to serve.

7. Helpful Tips

BROWN/SAUTÉ

• For even browning, it is important not to crowd the pot. Foods should be cooked in an even layer. Cook larger portions in batches when necessary.
• When browning and sautéing foods before slow cooking, some items may produce a lot of grease. To remove excess, use pot holders to carefully remove the pot from the base; pour off the grease from the edge of the pot.

Return the cooking pot to the base and finish cooking.

• When browning meats, browned bits left in the bottom of the pot can be used to flavor the dish. Simply add a small amount of liquid (like water, wine or broth) to the pan and scrape up the browned bits with a wooden spoon – leave in pot.

Incorporate into the dish or sauce.

• Foods can be reheated with the "LOW" setting. Put precooked food into the cooking pot. Set on "LOW" and stir until all ingredients are warmed through. Once food is simmering, switch to "WARM" on the temperature control knob until ready to serve.
• For thicker dishes like stews, a small amount of liquid may need to be added to the pot when reheating.

SLOW COOKING

• Browning foods before slow cooking can add more depth and flavor to the finished dish. If time is short skip this step and add all ingredients to your cooking pot to slow cook. The only exception is ground meats, which should always be browned before slow cooking.
• When converting a traditional slow cook recipe to include Brown/Sauté, the liquid amount may need to be increased. This is because cooking starts at a higher temperature than it would in a traditional slow cooker.

Recipes vary but we recommend checking the recipe halfway through cooking time.

• For best results, fill slow cooker at least one-quarter full but not more than three-quarters full.

• To ensure that root vegetables such as carrots and potatoes are cooked through, cut them no larger than 2 inches. This is most important for dishes that slow cook fewer than 6 hours.

• "Crisp-tender" vegetables should be added during the last 30 minutes of cooking time to prevent overcooking. Some fresh herbs such as chopped parsley or chives should be stirred into dishes just before serving.
• Removing the lid when slow cooking lets heat escape, requiring extra cooking time. Each time the lid is removed, add about 15 to 20 minutes of cooking time.
• A fat mop can be used to remove separated fat from slow-cooked food by brushing it over the top. Alternatively, the food may be refrigerated and the congealed fat can then be lifted off and discarded before reheating and serving.
• Should you want to decrease the amount of fat in recipes, remove as much of the visible fat as possible from meats and skin from poultry, than drain any fat from browned meats.
• Many slow-cooked foods such as stews benefit from cooling and refrigerating, then reheating - as the saying goes, stew or chili is always better the second day.
• If using frozen foods, thaw completely before slow cooking.
• Recipes can be assembled the night before cooking. Brown ingredients if necessary and then combine with remaining ingredients in cooking pot. Cover and refrigerate. When ready to cook, place the cooking pot in the cold slow cooker and add 30 minutes to your projected cooking time.
• In most cases, dried beans should be soaked overnight, drained, rinsed, and drained again before cooking. Do not add salt or any acid to beans when cooking, as it will prevent them from softening completely.

ADAPT YOUR TRADITIONAL RECIPES TO SLOW COOK:

• For recipes that do not require the Brown/Sauté function before slow cooking, reduce the cooking liquid by at least 50% (soups are the exception).
  Liquids do not evaporate as they do in traditional cooking, and most often you will end up with much more liquid than you began with.
• Dairy products (milk, sour cream, some cheeses) will break down and curdle during slow cooking. Substitute canned evaporated milk, nonfat dry milk, or add dairy products during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
• If your recipe calls for precooked pasta or rice, undercook it and add to the pot in the last 30 minutes of slow cooking.
• Pasta can be cooked at the end of a slow cooking recipe. Switch unit to "High" and when liquid comes to a simmer add pasta.

8. Cleaning and maintenance

All removable parts are dishwasher safe.

• Unplug unit and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
• Never immerse unit in water or other liquids.
• To clean the housing and temperature control knob, simply wipe with a clean damp cloth.
• Wash cooking pot and lid with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly.

Or, clean in top rack of dishwasher.

• Dry all parts after every use.
• Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

NOTE: If food residue sticks or burns onto cooking pot surface, fill pot with warm soapy water and allow to soak before cleaning. If scouring is necessary, use a nonabrasive cleanser or liquid detergent with a nylon pad or brush.

TO STORE

Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing. Store appliance in its box or in a clean, dry place. Never store it while it is hot or wet. To store, place cooking pot inside the base and the lid over the pot. Never wrap cord tightly around the appliance; keep it loosely coiled.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model No. KSC-660
Power Source 230V 50Hz
Power Consumption (Cooking)	350W
Weight (Approx.) 3,5kg
Accessories Power Cord
Cord Lenght Approx. 0,95m

9. SERVICE

This model in the KeMar range of Product is recommended for DOMESTIC USE ONLY.

Its use in a commercial capacity will render this guarantee inoperative.

To obtain service, you are advised to contact either the dealer from whom the product was purchased. Should this not be possible, please find your nearest dealer agent on internet at www.kemar.de and follow the link SERVICE & SUPPORT.

KeMar GmbH

Service Department

Rohlfssstr.5

D-81929 Munich / Germany

Telephone: [phone]

[e-mail]

Your KeMar product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and reused.

This symbol means that electrical and electronic equipment,

at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your household waste.

Please dispose of this equipment at your local community waste collection/recycling centre.

In the European Union there are separate collection systems for used electrical and electronic products. Please help us to conserve the environment we live in!

CAUTION - This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Seller's Guarantee - Terms of Guarantee

Dear customer,

Our products are subject to strict quality control.

If, however, a product purchased from us does not function properly, we deeply regret this and ask you to contact Customer Service given below. We will be happy to help you by

phone via the service hotline mentioned above.

In addition to the legal warranty, we grant a guarantee on all multifunctional cookers/ rice cookers purchased from us, according to the provisions mentioned below

This represents no limitation of your legal rights.

1) The guarantee period is one year from date of purchase. The guarantee is valid within the European Union and Switzerland.

2) During the guarantee period, devices showing defects due to material or manufacturing defaults will be repaired or replaced at our choice.

Exchanged devices or parts of devices shall become our property. Neither shall guarantee services prolong the guarantee period nor put a new guarantee into effect.

3) Guarantee claims have to be asserted immediately after becoming aware of the defect, within the guarantee period.

4) In order to assert claims under the guarantee, the following steps are necessary: Please contact Customer Service by email, fax or phone, so that we can email you a franked shipping label in a pdf file. Use this shipping label to send the faulty device, free of postage, to the given service address, enclosing the guarantee card below as well as your original proof of purchase. If the defect is covered by our guarantee services, you will receive back a repaired or a new device. The return shipment costs will be paid by us.

5) Claims under the guarantee are excluded in cases of damage due to:

• Abusive or incorrect use
• Environmental exposure (humidity, heat, overvoltage, dust, etc.)
• Failure to follow the safety precautions applicable to the device
• Failure to follow the instruction manual
• Use of force (e. g. strike, kick, drop)
• Interference by a service address not authorized by us
• Arbitrary attempts at repair
• Shipment in packaging which is not transport-proof

6) We also offer you to repair defects or damages to the device, which are not (or no longer) covered by the guarantee, against reimbursement of costs.

Please contact Customer Support for an individual offer.

In this case, shipping costs are at your charge.

KeMar GmbH

Rohlfstr. 5

81929Munchen

Germany

In the case of a guarantee claim, please contact Customer Service mentioned here. Detach this card, complete it clearly and legibly and send it back, together with the faulty device and the original proof of purchase, to the following service address:

KeMar GmbH

Rohlfstr. 5

81929 München

Germany

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Device/Item Name:

Date of Purchase: (Proof of Purchase included)

Description of the defect:

Name:

Street: Postal Code/ Place

Phone: Fax:

Date: Signature:

KeMar GmbH accepts no liability for incidental or consequential damages.

Technical data are subject to change without notice.

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