13972 - Saucepan BELLA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 13972 BELLA

3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse

cord, plugs or appliance in water or other liquid.

4. 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.

5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is

used by or near children.

6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before

cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on, or taking off parts.

Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by

the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.

9. Do not use outdoors.

11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or

12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an

appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids. CAUTION: To protect against damage or electric shock, do not cook in the LINX aluminum liner(s). Cook only in the stoneware pot(s) provided. SO-310634 L NX M_r2 indd 3 2013-05-24 9 06 AM4

13. To disconnect, turn all OFF/LOW/HIGH/WARM control

dials to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.

14. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

15. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding

refrigerated foods into a heated stoneware pot.

16. Do not use any stoneware pot or any glass lid if

chipped, cracked, or severely scratched.

17. WARNING: When using more than 1 LINX base unit,

always make sure base units are properly assembled with the tab along the side of the unit linked securely into the groove of the next unit.

18. CAUTION: NEVER CARRY MULTIPLE INTERCONNECTED

LINX BASE UNITS, FILLED OR EMPTY. Unplug unit. Following the detailed instructions in the section entitled: “Care & Cleaning Instructions,” always disconnect all LINX base units before moving to serve or to clean. (See Figure 5.) FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SO-310634 L NX M_r2 indd 4 2013-05-24 9 06 AM5 ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION, HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, res or other injury to persons or damage to property.

1. A person who has not read and understood all

operating and safety instructions is not qualied to operate this appliance. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Instruction Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.

2. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed

in water, unplug it from the wall outlet immediately. Do not reach into the water!

When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and on all sides for air circulation. Do not operate this appliance while it is touching or near curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dishtowels or other ammable materials.

4. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.

5. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use,

immediately turn all OFF/LOW/HIGH/WARM control dials to OFF, then remove the plug from the outlet. Do not use or attempt to repair a malfunctioning appliance!

6. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a

120V AC electrical wall outlet.

7. Do not use this appliance in an unstable position.

8. Never use any stoneware pot on a gas or electric

cooktop or on an open ame.

9. Lift off lid(s) carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water

to drip into stoneware pot(s). SO-310634 L NX M_r2 indd 5 2013-05-24 9 06 AM6 Notes on the Plug This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will t in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way. Notes on the Cord The provided short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Do not use an extension cord with this product Plasticizer Warning CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the nish of the counter top or table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coasters or place mats between the appliance and the nish of the counter top or table top. Failure to do so may cause the nish to darken; permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear. Electric Power If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances.

SO-310634 L NX M_r2 indd 6 2013-05-24 9 06 AM8 Introduction to the BELLA LINX Slow Cooker This unique BELLA LINX Serve & Store Slow Cooker expands from 1 to 2 to 3…up to 6 units sharing 1 power-supply cord. Prepare and serve an array (up to 6!) of warm favorites. Each 2.5 slow cooker has its own heating/warm control — dishes can be slow cooked to perfection or set to serve warm for hours. Each LINX slow cooker has it’s own convenient metal lid rest to stand the glass lid while serving! Units stack on top of each other for compact storage. Stoneware Pot Care Like any ceramic, the stoneware pot may crack or break if not properly handled. To prevent damage, handle with care!

WARNING: Failure to follow these instructions can cause breakage resulting

in injury or property damage.

• ALWAYS USE POTHOLDERS OR OVEN MITTS WHEN HANDLING ANY HOT STONEWARE POT.

• DO NOT place any hot stoneware pot(s) on countertop. Use the LINX base unit to serve. Keep hot stoneware pot(s) in the base unit’s aluminum liner until cooled.

• DO NOT place any stoneware pot on range top burner, under a broiler, microwave browning element, or in a toaster oven.

• DO NOT strike utensils against rim of any stoneware pot to dislodge food.

• DO NOT use stoneware pot(s) to pop corn, caramelize sugar, or make candy.

• DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or any object that will scratch the stoneware pot(s) or accessories.

• DO NOT use or repair any stoneware pot(s) or lid(s) that is chipped, cracked, or broken.

• DO NOT use stoneware pot(s) for reheating foods or for general food storage.

• Always place foods into the stoneware pot(s) at room temperature; then place stoneware pot(s) into the aluminum liner before turning unit ON.

• NEVER heat stoneware pot(s) when empty. Before Using for the First Time

1. Carefully unpack your LINX slow cooker unit(s). Remove all packaging

and materials from each LINX base unit (1, 2, or 3), stoneware pots (1, 2, or 3), glass lids (1, 2, or 3), metal lid rests (1, 2, or 3), and detachable power-supply cord.

2. It is necessary to operate the slow cooker once before placing food in

the stoneware pot. Following the detailed instructions in the section entitled: “BELLA LINX Slow Cookers Assembly Instructions,” link units (2 or 3…up to 6) together.

3. Pour 1.5 cups of water into each of the 2.5 qt. stoneware pots.

on the right side of the LINX base unit 1.

5. Plug cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet.

6. Turn all control dials to HIGH and allow to heat for approximately 20

minutes. You will notice a slight odor; this is normal and should quickly disappear.

7. Turn all control dials to OFF and allow to cool for 20 minutes.

8. Wearing oven mitts, grasp each of the stoneware pot handles carefully

to lift and remove stoneware pots from each aluminum liner; pour out the water from the stoneware pots.

9. Rinse all stoneware pots, dry thoroughly, and replace in each LINX base

unit’s aluminum liner. BELLA LINX Slow Cookers Assembly Instructions NOTE: These instructions apply to all congurations: 2 or 3 … up to 6 units. All LINX slow cookers are identical

1. Link units (2 or 3…up to 6) together. Determine the number of BELLA

LINX slow cookers needed (2 to 6).

2. Lift LINX base unit 2 to slide the tab (located on the left side) down into

the groove on the right side of LINX base unit 1. If 3 units are connected, lift LINX base unit 3 to slide the tab (located on the left side) down into the groove on the right side of LINX base unit 2. (See Figure 2.)

WARNING: When using more than 1 LINX base unit, always make sure base

units are properly assembled with the tab along the side of the unit linked securely into the groove of the next unit. CAUTION: NEVER CARRY MULTIPLE INTERCONNECTED LINX BASE UNITS. IMPORTANT: Always disconnect all LINX base units before moving to serve or to clean. Follow detailed instructions outlined in the section entitled: “Care & Cleaning Instructions.” (See Figure 5.) Tab Groove Tab Groove Base Unit 1 Base Unit 2 Base Unit 1 Base Unit 2 Base Unit 3 Figure 2 SO-310634 L NX M_r2 indd 9 2013-05-24 9 06 AM11 Operating Instructions

WARNING: When using more than 1 LINX base unit, always make sure base

units are properly assembled with the tab along the side of each base unit linked securely into the groove of the next unit.

1. Prepare recipe according to instructions.

2. Place food into the stoneware pot(s) and cover with glass lid(s). DO NOT

FILL ANY STONEWARE POT TO THE TOP WITH FOOD. For best results, the slow cooker(s) should be at least half-lled. When cooking soups or stews, allow a 2-inch space between the food and the top of the stoneware pot, so ingredients can come to a simmer. NOTE: When cooking a meat and vegetable combination, place the vegetables in the bottom of the stoneware pot rst. Then add the meat and other ingredients. NOTE: When cooking on HIGH, check cooking progress, as some soups may come to boil. Remember that frequent lifting of the lid during cooking delays the cook time.

WARNING: The stoneware pot(s) CANNOT stand the shock of sudden

temperature changes. If any stoneware pot is hot, DO NOT add cold food. Before cooking frozen food, add some warm liquid.

3. Plug the detachable power-supply cord’s connectors into the receptacle

on the right side of the assembled (1, 2, or 3 …up to 6) LINX base unit (See Figure 4.).

4. Plug cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet.

5. Turn the appropriate control dial to select temperature setting:

6. Cook according to recipe instructions.

7. When cooking time is complete, turn the control dial to WARM

8. To serve, using oven mitts, carefully remove any glass lid by grasping

the lid knob and lifting the lid slightly away from you. This will allow the steam to escape before removing the lid. Allow a few seconds for all steam to escape.

9. Use a serving spoon to stir cooked food, if needed. Rest spoon in the

spoon notch on the stoneware pot rim and replace lid. To serve food, hang each lid on the wire lid rest behind the stoneware pot. Replace each lid immediately after serving to retain heat.

10. If food is ready to serve, but LINX slow cooker(s) need to be moved

to another location, NEVER CARRY MULTIPLE INTERCONNECTED LINX BASE UNITS.

11. Wearing oven mitts, grasp each of the stoneware pot handles carefully

to lift and remove stoneware pot(s) (with lids) from each aluminum liner. Place lled and covered stoneware pots in a safe, heat-proof, at, clean area.

12. First unplug, then, following the detailed instructions in the section

entitled: “Care & Cleaning Instructions,” disconnect all LINX base units. (See Figure 5.) SO-310634 L NX M_r2 indd 11 2013-05-24 9 06 AM12

13. Move single LINX base units to the new location, then reassemble. Link

together (2 or 3…up to 6) units.

14. Replace lled stoneware pots (with lids) into each base unit’s

16. Turn control dial(s) to WARM to serve.

17. Allow each LINX base unit to cool completely before cleaning,

see Care & Cleaning Instructions. CAUTION: Even when turned OFF and unplugged, each LINX base unit, aluminum liner, and stoneware pot remains hot for some time after using; allow each unit to cool before cleaning or storing. Hints for Slow Cooking

• Less tender, cheaper cuts of meat are better candidates for slow cooking than more expensive cuts.

• Meats will not brown during the slow cooking process. Browning fatty meats will reduce the amount of fat and help to preserve color while adding richer avor. Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet and brown meats prior to putting into the stoneware pot.

• Whole herbs and spices avor better in slow cooking than crushed or ground. Cut the recipe amount by half. Add ground herbs during the last hour of slow cooking.

• When cooking in a slow cooker, remember that liquids do not boil away like they do in conventional cooking. Reduce the amount of liquid in any recipe that is not designed for a slow cooker. The exceptions to this rule would be rice and soups. Remember, liquids can always be added at a later time if necessary. If a recipe results in too much liquid at the end of the cooking time, remove the cover and continue to cook HIGH for 1 hour. Check every 15 minutes until the amount of liquid is reduced. Turn the control dial to OFF when the desired consistency is achieved.

• Most recipes that call for uncooked meat and vegetables require about 6 to 8 hours on LOW temperature setting.

• The higher the fat content, the less liquid needed. If cooking meat with a high fat content, use thick onion slices under it so that the meat will not sit and cook in the fat. If necessary, use a slice of bread, a spoon, or a straining spoon to skim off excess fat from top of foods before serving.

• Foods cut into uniform pieces will cook faster and more evenly than foods left whole such as roast or poultry.

• Always use a meat thermometer to determine if meats have been cooked to proper temperature.

• Root vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, turnips and beets require longer cooking time than many meats. Place them on the bottom of the slow cooker and cover with liquid. Check to see they are fork-tender when meat temperature is reached. Remove meat and continue cooking vegetables if necessary. SO-310634 L NX M_r2 indd 12 2013-05-24 9 06 AM13

• Add fresh dairy products (milk, sour cream or yogurt) prior to serving. Evaporated milk or condensed creamed soups may be added at the start of cooking.

• Rice, noodles and pasta are not recommended for long cooking periods. Cook them separately and then add to the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes. User Maintenance Instructions This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Any servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning, must be performed by a qualied appliance repair technicianStoring Instructions Care & Cleaning Instructions CAUTION: NEVER IMMERSE BASE UNIT OR CORD IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID.

1. Always unplug and allow to cool completely before disassembly

2. Remove plug from electrical outlet. Detach power-supply cord from the

receptacle on the LINX base unit.

3. Remove all stoneware pots and tempered glass lids and clean in

the dishwasher. To avoid damage, position the stoneware pots and glass lids in dishwasher rack so that they will not hit other items during cleaning. To clean by hand, wash the stoneware pots and glass lids in warm, soapy water.

4. Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes. For example, do not place

a hot stoneware pot into cold water or onto a wet surface.

5. Avoid hitting the stoneware pots and glass lids against the faucet or

other hard surfaces. CAUTION: Do not use any stoneware pot or any glass lid if chipped, cracked, or severely scratched.

6. If food sticks to any stoneware pot, ll with warm soapy water and allow

to soak before cleaning. A paste of baking soda may be used with a plastic scouring pad.

7. To remove water spots or mineral deposits, wipe stoneware pot with

distilled white vinegar. For difcult stains, pour a small amount into the stoneware pot and allow to soak. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

8. Disconnect all LINX base units. If 3 units are connected, lift LINX base

unit 3 to slide the tab up and out of the groove on the right side of LINX base unit 2. Lift LINX base unit 2 to slide the tab up and out of the groove on the right side of LINX base unit 1. Disconnect all LINX base units before moving to clean.

9. Wipe interior and exterior of the each LINX base unit and aluminum liner

with a soft, slightly damp cloth or sponge. Never use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads to clean the base unit or aluminum liner, as they may damage the surfaces. SO-310634 L NX M_r2 indd 13 2013-05-24 9 06 AM15 NOTE: When slow cooking on HIGH setting, it is very much like a covered pot on the stove top. Foods will cook on HIGH in about half the time required for LOW cooking. Additional liquid may be required as foods do boil on HIGH. Sweet Potato Gumbo Serves 4 to 6

• 3 cups sweet potato cubed 1-inch pieces

• 3 oz. soy chorizo (may substitute pork or beef)

• 1 cup chopped tomatoes (may substitute canned)

• 1/2 cup chopped red onion

• 1-1/2 cups vegetable stock

• 1 pablano pepper, chopped

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 2 cups raw okra, sliced (may substitute frozen)

11. Place all ingredients into stoneware pot.

2. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours.

3. Before the nal cooking hour, test gumbo for seasoning and

add salt to taste. If a thinner gumbo is desired, add more vegetable stock.

4. Turn control dial to WARM and serve with plenty of warm,

crusty bread. Recipes SO-310634 L NX M_r2 indd 15 2013-05-24 9 06 AM16 Chicago Style Italian Beef Sliders Party Chicago Style! Set out plenty of dipping bowls with gravy, small onion dinner rolls, creamy horseradish, even sliced cheeses. Let guests prepare their own mini open-faced sandwiches, top with 2 slices of cheese. Place under the broiler until cheese is melted. Top with peppers, onions, giardiniera and toasted roll. Dip sliders in luscious gravy. Makes 10 to 12 Sliders

• 2 - 2-1/2 lbs. boneless beef chuck roast

• 2 large onions, sliced in half

• 1/2 cup Italian giardiniera, drained

• 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers. drained

• 1 tablespoon dry packaged Italian salad dressing

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• small onion dinner rolls

1. Trim any silverskin or excess fat pockets from roast. Place onions

into the stoneware pot. Add roast to the top.

2. Drain giardiniera and pepperoncini, mix with remaining

ingredients and spread over roast.

3. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 - 10 hours, or HIGH for 6 - 8 hours.

4. Use 2 forks to shred the meat. Return and serve in stoneware

pot with remaining gravy and giardiniera vegetables, onions and peppers.

5. Turn control dial to WARM to serve

6. Guests can pile beef onto toasted dinner rolls slathered with

creamy horseradish. Top with cooked peppers, onions, giardiniera.

7. Serve with Maple Orange Butternut Squash.

SO-310634 L NX M_r2 indd 16 2013-05-24 9 06 AM3 Limited TWO-YEAR Warranty SENSIO Inc. hereby warrants that for a period of TWO YEARS from the date of purchase, this product will be free from mechanical defects in material and workmanship, and for 90 days in respect to non-mechanical parts. At its sole discretion, SENSIO Inc. will either repair or replace the product found to be defective, or issue a refund on the product during the warranty period. The warranty is only valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty validation. Retail stores selling this product do not have the right to alter, modify, or in any way revise the terms and conditions of the warranty. EXCLUSIONS: The warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use of the product, use of improper voltage or current, improper routine maintenance, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair, or alteration by anyone other than qualied SENSIO Inc. personnel. Also, the warranty does not cover Acts of God such as re, oods, hurricanes, or tornadoes. SENSIO Inc. shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Apart from the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose is limited in time to the duration of the warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and therefore, the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. The warranty covers specic legal rights which may vary by state, province and/or jurisdiction. HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE: You must contact Customer Service at our toll-free number: 1-866-832-4843. A Customer Service Representative will attempt to resolve warranty issues over the phone. If the Customer Service Representative is unable to resolve the problem, you will be provided with a case number and asked to return the product to SENSIO Inc. Attach a tag to the product that includes: your name, address, daytime contact telephone number, case number, and description of the problem. Also, include a copy of the original sales receipt. Carefully package the tagged product with the sales receipt, and send it (with shipping and insurance prepaid) to SENSIO Inc.’s address. SENSIO Inc. shall bear no responsibility or liability for the returned product while in transit to SENSIO Inc.’s Customer Service Center.18 CONSIGNES DE