SC 2090 - Slow cooker FRITEL - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Slow Cooker
Brand	Fritel
Model	SC 2090
Capacity	4.5 L (estimated)
Voltage	230 V ~, 50 Hz
Power	200 W (estimated)
Container Material	Ceramic
Lid Material	Glass
Thermostat	Adjustable: LOW, HIGH, WARM positions
Handles	Cool-touch handles
Non-slip feet	Yes
Cleaning of container and lid	Dishwasher safe
Cleaning of base	Damp cloth, do not immerse
Keep warm function	Yes (WARM setting, max 4 h)
Maximum cooking time	Up to 8 h (LOW or HIGH)
Safety	Do not immerse, hot surfaces, steam
Dimensions (estimated)	Approx. 28 x 28 x 25 cm
Weight (estimated)	Approx. 3 kg
Usage	Household use only
Warranty	2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - SC 2090 FRITEL

How to use the slow cooker for the first time?

Before first use, wash the ceramic container and the lid. Fill the container with 4 cups of water, put the lid on, plug in the appliance and set the thermostat to HIGH for 30 minutes. Let it cool, empty the water, rinse and dry. The appliance is ready.

Can I put the ceramic container in the dishwasher?

Yes, the ceramic container and the glass lid are dishwasher safe. The base should only be cleaned with a damp cloth.

Can I cook frozen food in the slow cooker?

Yes, but first add a little hot water to avoid a sudden temperature change. The ceramic container is not resistant to thermal shock.

Why doesn't my meat brown in the slow cooker?

The slow cooker does not brown meat. If you want browned meat, sear it in a pan before adding it to the ceramic container.

Can I add milk or yogurt during cooking?

Milk and yogurt should only be added during the last 2 hours of cooking to prevent curdling. Condensed milk can be added from the start.

What to do if my preparation is too liquid after cooking?

Remove the lid, set the thermostat to HIGH and let it boil for about 30 minutes to reduce the liquid.

How long can I leave the slow cooker on the WARM setting?

Never use the WARM setting for more than 4 hours consecutively. This setting is only for keeping warm, not for cooking.

Can I use an extension cord?

No, never use an extension cord or multiple socket. Always plug the appliance directly into a wall outlet.

The appliance does not heat up, what to do?

Check that the appliance is properly plugged into a 230 V outlet and that the thermostat is set to a position other than OFF. If the problem persists, contact your point of sale.

How to clean the base of the slow cooker?

Unplug the appliance, let it cool completely, then clean the base with a damp cloth. Never immerse the base in water.

USER MANUAL SC 2090 FRITEL

SLOW COOKER - 3,3 L

SC 2090

Black cooking pot with red sauce and green onions, no visible text or symbols on the pot itself.

GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

Attentively read the user manual before using this appliance.

Keep the manual carefully!

GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG

Black cooking pot with a lid and labeled parts 5 and 6 (no text or symbols on the pot itself)

GB Description of the appliance

1. Cool touch handles
2. Support feet
3. Adjustable thermostat knob
4. Synthetic base
5. Glass lid
6. Ceramic bowl

Congratulations! You have just bought a high-quality appliance, which will guarantee you years of pleasure. Please read the instruction manual carefully before you take the appliance into use. Save these instructions carefully! All persons who have not read the instruction manual are not allowed to use this appliance. Pay ATTENTION to the guarantee conditions

1. SAFETY PRESCRIPTIONS

This appliance has been built in accordance with the European CE safety standards and is compliant with the general recognized standards and prescriptions with regard to the safety of appliances. As for all electrical appliances, the necessary precautions need to be taken in order to avoid accidents or damages:

• Attention! Burning danger! When using this appliance, certain surfaces will get hot. Only touch the handles or the thermostat button while the a is functioning.
• Attention! Even after switching off the appliance, some surfaces will remain hot for some time, causing the risk of bums. ALWAYS let the appliance cool off entirely before moving, cleaning or storing it.
• This appliance may be used by children of min. 8 years old, by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience knowledge on condition they are supervised and instructed to use the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children may not play the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised. Keep the appliance an out of reach of children less than 8 years.
• NEVER immerse the appliance, the power cord or the plug in water or any other liquid. They are only to be cleaned with a damp cloth. Should the applia water, remove the plug immediately. Then remove the appliance fro water.
• A damaged power cord can cause electric shocks. NEVER use the appliance if it is damaged, has fallen or shows a malfunction, or if the power cord or plug damaged. In all these cases return the appliance to your sales point or rec after sales service.
• After use remove the plug from the power point. Also proceed this way when the appliance is not in use, before cleaning and moving.

• NEVER use separate timers or remote control systems.

• ALWAYS place the appliance on a solid and flat base, such as a kitchen counter or table, so that the appliance won't move or turn over.

• ALWAYS place the appliance on a colorfast underground.
• ATTENTION: the appliance heats up when working and produces hot steam.
  • NEVER use the appliance outdoor.
• NEVER use extension cords or sockets. Place the appliance near a power point and connect it directly. ALWAYS complete unroll the power cord.
• NEVER let the cord hang over the edge of the table or the counter.
• NEVER place the appliance or the power supply cord near heat sources such as cookers, heatings or ovens.
• NEVER put the ceramic bowl on a heating source, such as a stove or a cooker.
• NEVER leave the appliance unattended or never move it when working.
• NEVER put the appliance near to curtains, wall decoration, textile and other flammable items. Always make sure there is enough space on all sides of the appliance.
• NEVER cook directly in the base, always use the ceramic bowl.
• NEVER use spare parts or accessories from another appliance.
• Only use the appliance for what it is meant for, i.e. slow cooking of food.
• Immediately unplug the appliance if it shows dysfunction when in use.
• Be careful when moving the bowl and the lid to avoid damage. Never use them if damaged.
• Only use the appliance on the mains voltage as indicated on the identification label.
• This appliance is only suited for indoor household use, and not for professional use.

2. BEFORE THE FIRST USE

• Remove all packaging and stickers.
• Keep packaging away from children.
• First check your appliances for possible damages. If it is damaged, do NOT use the appliance but bring it back to your sales point.
• Clean the appliance as described under 'Cleaning' before the first use.

• The first time, use with only water.

• Fill the bowl with 4 cups of water and put the lid on it.
  ○ Completely unroll the power cord and plug in the appliance in a 230 V socket.
  o Turn the thermostat knob on high and let the appliance warm up for approximately 30 min.
  ○An odor might be released, this is entirely normal and disappears by itself.

• Turn the thermostat knob on Off and let it cool down for 20 min.
• Remove the plug from the socket.
• Wear oven gloves to remove the ceramic bowl from its base.
• Pour the water away, rinse the bowl and dry carefully.
• Put the ceramic bowl back in the base.

• The appliance is now ready for use.

- Put the ingredients in the ceramic bowl and put the lid on the appliance.

• Do not fill the bowl to the top.
  ○If you combine meat and vegetables, first put the vegetables on the bottom and then the meat.

- Unroll the cord completely and insert the plug into the 230 V power socket.

- Then turn the thermostat knob onto the chosen position: LOW-HIGH-WARM

• Follow the cooking time from your recipe
• For correct temperature, please refer to the table below.

Working time	Approx. temperature on the HIGH position	Approx. temperature on the LOW position	Approx. temperature on the WARM position
1h	43°C	36°C	28°C
2h	63°C	53°C	32°C
3h	80°C	66°C	35°C
4h	90°C	76°C	39°C
5h	96°C	83°C	/
6h	97°C	88°C	/
7h	98°C	92°C	/
8h	100°C	93°C	/

ATTENTION:

o Never use the appliance on the WARM position for a period of more than 4 h!
The ceramic bowl is not resistant to sudden temperature swings. If the bowl is hot, do not add cold fluids. Make sure the ceramic bowl never comes into contact with cold water. If you use frozen food, first add warm water. Never heat up the ceramic bowl that comes from a cool place, such as cool storage or fridge.
During cooking remove the least possible the lid, opening will cause a temperature drop, this will slow the cooking process. Always remove the lid slowly and away from you in order to allow the steam to escape carefully.
o During the cooking the base of the appliance gets warm. Only touch the thermostat knob and the handle.

- When the dish is ready, turn the thermostat to WARM to keep the dish warm, or turn to OFF and pull out the plug.

- Allow the appliance to cool down completely before moving or cleaning it.

TIPS:

oMeat prepared in the slow cooker doesn't brown. Should you like this, brown the meat in a separate pan.
○If possible, leave the herbage complete. This way they will reveal more aromas than if chopped.
oWater or liquids do not evaporate in the Slow Cooker as they would with traditional cooking. Base yourself on your 'standard' recipe, then diminish the quantity of used fluid. Exception: soup and rice.
○ Afterwards you can always add fluids if necessary. If the dish is too fluid, remove the glass lid and turn the thermostat on HIGH. Let it cook for approximately 30 min.
- Ingredients cut up in equal parts will cook faster and more equally than when cooking a large roast for instance.
- Use the WARM position to keep the dish warm at the right temperature. Never cook the ingredients on the WARM position.
o Most recipes with raw meat and vegetables need approximately 6 to 8 h on the LOW position.
oFat meat can give dishes with less taste. Precooking or searing the meat can bring the fat percentage down and will color the meat.
- The more the meat is fat the less you will have to add fluids.
- If needed you can remove melted fat with a spoon, a skimmer or a slice of bread.

CONVERTING TRADITIONAL RECIPIES TO SLOW COOKING:

• Vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, turnips and beetroots require a longer cooking time than most kinds of meat. Always place them on the bottom of the Slow Cooker and add liquids.
• You can only add fresh milk or yoghurt during the last 2 hours. Condensed milk can be added from the beginning.
  oRice, pasta and noodles are not suited for a long cooking time. It is preferable you cook them separately and add them for the last 30 minutes.

WHAT'S MORE:

- Avoid extreme temperature differences. A hot glass lid of ceramic bowl immersed in cold water can crack.

If you use the ceramic bowl to keep food in the fridge and want to warm it up later on, you have to wait until the bowl is on room temperature before heating it. If not, it can crack.

- The glass lid as well as the ceramic bowl can crack due to a collision with a hard surface.

- Do not use the ceramic bowl and/or the glass lid if they are cracked, broken or severely damaged.

4. CLEANING

• Pull the plug from the socket.
• Let the appliance cool off entirely
• The ceramic bowl and glass lid are dishwasher proof.
• The base of the appliance can only be cleaned with a damp cloth.
• If there are some residues sticking to the side of the bowl: fill the ceramic bowl with water and some soap and let it soak.
• NEVER use stiff washing-up brushes, only a soft cloth!
• NEVER immerse the appliance in water or in any other liquid.
• Carefully dry all parts before putting it away.
• To put away the appliance, place the ceramic bowl in the base and put the lid on top. To protect the lid, wrap it in a soft cloth and put the lid upside down.

5. USEFUL TIPS IN CASE OF MALFUNCTIONS

Do not use the appliance when it is malfunctioning.

The appliance doesn't warm or the control lamps don't light up:

• Check if your appliance is connected to the right mains voltage, whether there is mains voltage, and if the appliance was plugged in correctly.
• If the power cord is damaged, don't use your appliance and return it to your sales point immediately.

=> If there is still a malfunctioning, please return the appliance to your sales point.

THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN DESIGNED FOR DOMESTIC USE. THE GUARANTEE CONDITIONS EXPIRE UPON PROFESSIONAL USE.

DEFECTS AND/OR DAMAGES FOLLOWING TO THE NON-OBSERVANCE OF THE USER MANUAL ARE NOT COVERED BY THE GUARANTEE.

6. GUARANTEE CONDITIONS

Your guarantee starts on the day of purchase. The guarantee lasts 2 years.

Determination of guarantee:

• The guarantee covers every repair and/or replacement free of charge of the parts recognized defective by our Department of Service after Sale if the damage is due to faulty design, material or construction. The guarantee does not cover damage or normal wear of the baking plates.
• The guarantee is only valid for the first/original user.
• The transport costs are at the expenses of the purchaser.
• The guarantee is only granted after presentation of your purchase invoice. The guarantee expires automatically in the following cases:
• Incorrect connection, e.g. electric voltages.
• Abnormal or professional use or misuse handling
• Lack of care and cleaning
• Modifications or repairs made to the appliance by persons not authorized by us as a manufacturer.
• When reference numbers have been altered or been removed.
• When not respecting the instructions in the user instructions

7. ENVIRONMENT

Do not throw the appliance away with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this you will help to preserve the environment.

8. LIABILITIES

All liabilities, towards both consumer(s) and third parties that could result from not observing all the safety regulations prescribed in this user manual can under no circumstances be charged to the manufacturer. In case of non-observation of these safety regulations, the user of the deep fryer, or any other person not having observed these safety regulations, protects the manufacturer from all responsibilities that he could be charged with.