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USER MANUAL 85156 WestBend

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5 – 6 QUART CROCKERYTM COOKER Instruction Manual

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Important Safeguards......2 Heat Precautions......2 Electricity Precautions......3 Precautions For Use Around Children......4 Using Your Crockery Cooker......4 Cleaning Your Crockery Cooker......5 Crockery Cooking Tips......5 Recipes......6 Warranty......12

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

• Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use instructions in this manual.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics may cause injuries.
• Do not operate when the appliance is not working properly or when it has been damaged in any manner. For service information see warranty page.
• Do not use cooking pot or glass cover if chipped, cracked or has deep scratches as weakened glass and ceramic can shatter during use. Discard immediately. See Replacement Part section in this booklet on how to obtain a replacement part.
• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.
  • For household use only.

CAUTION

To prevent burns, personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

HEAT PRECAUTIONS

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs where provided. Use hot pads or oven mitts if you lift or carry the cooking pot or cover when it is hot.
• Do not move an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
• Lift cover slowly, directing steam away from you.
• Set cooking pot and cover on hot pad, trivet or other heat protective surface. Do not set hot cooking pot or cover directly on the counter, table or other surface.
• Do not preheat the heating base.
• Do not add frozen/cold foods or liquids into heated cooking pot. Sudden temperature change may cause the cover or cooking pot to crack or shatter.
• Do not use the cooking pot or cover on the stovetop, under the broiler, in the freezer, or in the oven. You may use the cooking pot in the microwave oven, but do not place the glass cover in the microwave oven as it has a metal ring.

CAUTION

To prevent electrical shock, personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

ELECTRICITY PRECAUTIONS

- To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.

- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug.

- Do not use this appliance outdoors.

- Do not plug cord into wall outlet unless crockery cooker is set in OFF position.

- Always turn control to OFF and unplug the appliance from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.

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

- Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one, the marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over.

- This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

- Do not use an outlet or extension cord if the plug fits loosely or if the outlet or extension cord feels hot.

- Keep the cord away from hot parts of the appliance and hot surfaces during operation.

CAUTION

To prevent burns or other personal injuries to children, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE AROUND CHILDREN

• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.
• Do not allow children to operate or be near the crockery cooker, as the outside surfaces are hot during use.
• Do not allow cord to hang over any edge where a child can reach it. Arrange cord to avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Before using your Crockery Cooker the first time, clean the entire unit according to the cleaning instructions.

1. Place heating base on dry, level, heat-resistant surface, away from any edge.
2. Place foods into cooking pot, cover and place into heating base. (If you wish to brown or precook any foods before slow cooking, this must be done in a different cooking utensil on top of the range). Never place ceramic-cooking pot on top of range, as it will break from direct contact with heat.
3. With heat control set at OFF, plug cord into a 120 volt AC electric outlet only.
4. Set heat control to LO or HI and cook for recommended time given in recipe. If your crockery cooker has a signal light, it will glow when cooker is on. As a general guideline, most meat and vegetable combinations need 8 to 10 hours of cooking at LO, or 4 to 6 hours at HI. Do not cook foods at Keep Warm setting, as temperature is not hot enough to cook foods. Use Keep Warm setting only to keep hot, cooked food warm for serving. Avoid removing cover when slow cooking as cooking time will be increased due to loss of temperature. Remove cover only when needed to stir occasionally or when adding ingredients. Always lift cover slowly, directing steam away from you

5. After food is cooked, reduce heat to Keep Warm for serving or turn control to OFF. Unplug cord from electric outlet after use. Allow cooker to cool before cleaning.

6. Some smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due to the release of manufacturing oils – this is normal.

7. Some expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and cooling – this is normal.

CLEANING YOUR CROCKERY COOKER

• Allow the entire unit (base, cooking pot and cover) to cool before cleaning. Set cooking pot and cover on dry, heat-protective surface for gradual cooling. Do not run cold water over hot cooking pot or cover, as they may crack if cooled suddenly.
• Wipe heating base and cord with a damp cloth after it has been unplugged and the base is cool.
• Cooking pot and cover may be washed using warm soapy water by hand or cleaned in the dishwasher. Avoid contact between pieces to prevent damage.
• Use a non-abrasive cleanser or baking soda paste to remove stains. Do not use metal scouring pads or cleansers. Wipe with distilled vinegar to remove water spots or mineral deposits. Rewash with warm soapy water, rinse and dry.

CROCKERY COOKING TIPS

• Stir foods occasionally to reduce sticking to sides of cooking pot.
• Use only plastic, rubber, and wooden or non-metal cooking tools with cooking pot. Use of metal cooking tools may scratch the ceramic pot.
• Foods will be brought to a simmer at all cooking settings. The setting determines the time needed to reach a simmer.
• If the cooking pot is filled less then half full, suggested cooking times should be reduced.
• Less tender, less expensive cuts of meat are better suited to slow cooking then expensive cuts of meat. Remove excess fat from meat when possible before slow cooking. Remove skin from poultry, if desired, before cooking.
• Raw vegetables take longer to cook than meats as the liquid simmers rather than boils. Cut vegetables into uniform, bite-size pieces to cook evenly.
• You may fill the cooking pot with food the night before cooking and refrigerate. When ready, place cooking pot into the heating base and cook. The gradual warming will not harm the cooking pot.
• Insert a meat thermometer into roast, hams or whole chickens to ensure meats are cooked to recommended temperature. Fresh or thawed fish and seafood fall apart during long hours of cooking. Add these ingredients an hour before serving.
• Milk, sour cream and natural cheese break down during long hours of cooking. Add these ingredients just before serving or substitute with undiluted condensed creamed canned soups or evaporated milk. Processed cheese tends to give better results than naturally aged cheese.
• Rice and pasta may be added uncooked during the last hour of cooking time. If added uncooked, make sure there are at least two cups of liquid in the cooking pot. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Many of your favorite recipes may be adapted to the Focus Electrics Crockery Cooker. To do so, use the following guide.

If your recipe says to cook for...30 minutes 6 to 8 hours 3 to 4 hours35 to 60 minutes 8 to 10 hours 5 to 6 hours1 to 3 hours 10 to 12 hours 7 to 8 hours

Cook at LO for... Cook at HI for...

Try some of our favorite recipes using the Focus Electrics Crockery Cooker that we have included on the following pages to get you started.

Chicken Vegetable Stew
2-2^1/_2	Ibs chicken parts - skinned if desired
5	carrots - cut into ^1/_2 -inch pieces
3	ribs celery - cut into ^1/_2 -inch pieces
1	7 ounce can mushroom stems and pieces - undrained
1		15 ounce jar whole small onions - undrained - OR 1 medium onion, chopped
1	16 ounce bag frozen peas - rinsed with hot water
1	tsp salt
^3/_4	tsp dried thyme leaves
^3/_4	tsp paprika
^1/_2	tsp rubbed sage
^1/_2	tsp pepper
1^1/_2	cups water
1	6 ounce can tomato paste
2	10.5 ounce cans chicken broth
4	tbsp cornstarch
^1/_3	cup water

Cooking Time: LO = 8 to 10 hours HI = 5 to 6 hours

1. Place chicken parts, carrots, celery, mushrooms, onions and peas in ceramic cooking pot. In medium bowl combine salt, thyme, paprika, sage, pepper, water, tomato paste and broth. Pour over chicken mixture.
2. Place ceramic pot into heating base, cover and cook at desired heat setting for time given or until chicken and vegetables are tender.
3. Remove chicken pieces and set aside to cool slightly. Remove meat from bones and cut into bite-size pieces. Return meat to cooking pot; stir to combine.
4. Set control to HI. Combine cornstarch and water; stir slowly into stew until thickened. Serves 6 to 8. Set at LO for serving if desired.

Slow Cooker Stew
2-2^1/_2 lbs beef	stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium	onion – chopped
6 carrots – cut into ^1/_2 -inch pieces
4 ribs celery – cut into ^1/_2 -inch pieces
5 medium	potatoes – cut into ^1/_2 -inch pieces
1 28 ounce can whole tomatoes – undrained – cut up
2 10.5 ounce cans beef broth
1^1/_2 tbsp	Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp dried parsley flakes
2 bay leaves
1^1/_2 tsp	salt
^1/_2 tsp	pepper
3 tbsp quick cooking tapioca

Cooking Time: LO = 8 to 10 hours HI = 5 to 6 hours

1. Combine all ingredients in ceramic cooking pot; stir to blend.

2. Place ceramic pot into the heating base, cover and cook at desired heat setting for time given or until meat and vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaves before serving. Serves 6 to 8. Set at LO for serving if desired.

Chili
2 lbs lean ground beef or turkey
1^1/_2 cups	chopped onion
1^1/_2 cups chopped green pepper
2 garlic cloves - minced
3	28 ounce cans whole tomatoes – undrained – cut up
1	15 ounce can kidney beans - undrained
2^1/_2 tbsp	chili powder
1^1/_2 tsp	ground cumin
1^1/_2 tsp	salt
^3/_4 tsp	pepper

Cooking Time: LO = 8 to 10 hours HI = 4 to 5 hours

1. Brown ground beef or turkey with onion, green pepper and garlic in skillet over medium heat of range unit. Remove excess grease. Transfer mixture into ceramic pot. Add remaining ingredients; stir to blend.

2. Place ceramic pot into heating base, cover and cook at desired heat setting for time given. Serves 6 to 8. Set at LO for serving, if desired.

Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup
2-2 ^1/_2 lbs chicken parts, skinned if desired
6 cups	water
1 medium onion - chopped
6 carrots - cut into ^1/_2 -inch pieces
5 ribs of celery - cut into ^1/_2 -inch pieces
1 14.5 ounce can whole tomatoes - undrained - cut up
1 ^1/_2 tbsp instant chicken bouillon
1 tbsp dried parsley flakes
1 tsp salt
^1/_2 tsp dried rosemary leaves
^1/_2 tsp pepper
1 cup uncooked fine egg noodles

Cooking Time: LO = 8 to 10 hours HI = 5 to 6 hours

1. Combine all ingredients, except egg noodles in the ceramic pot. Place cooking pot into heating base, cover and cook at desired heat setting for time given or until chicken and vegetables are tender.
2. Remove chicken pieces from ceramic pot and set aside to cool slightly. Set control to HI and add noodles, stirring to combine. Cover and continue to cook 30 minutes.
3. Remove chicken from bones and cut into bite-size pieces. Return meat to cooking pot and cook until noodles are tender. Serves 6 to 8. Set at LO for serving, if desired.

Corned Beef and Cabbage
3 – 4 lbs corned beef brisket
1 medium	onion – sliced
^1/_2 tsp	celery seed
^1/_2 tsp	mustard seed
1	clove garlic – minced
1	bay leaf
1	small head cabbage – cut into wedges
	water

Cooking Time: LO = 8 to 10 hours

1. Place brisket with liquid and spices from package into ceramic cooking pot. Add onion, celery seed, mustard seed, garlic and bay leaf. Add just enough water to cover brisket. Cover and cook at LO for 8 to 10 hours or until brisket is fork tender.
2. During last hour of cooking, add cabbage wedges and continue cooking at LO. Discard cooking liquid and spices. Serves 6.

Minestrone Soup
3 cups	water
2 10.5 ounce cans chicken broth
1 medium onion - chopped
3 carrots - diced
1 medium zucchini, halved and cut into ^1/_2 - inch slices
1^1/_2 cups cabbage - chopped
1 15 ounce can garbanzo beans - undrained
3 14.5 ounce cans whole tomatoes - undrained - cut-up
5 slices bacon - cooked & crumbled - optional
2 garlic cloves - minced
1^1/_2 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp salt
^1/_2 tsp pepper
^3/_4 cup small elbow macaroni or other pasta - uncooked

Cooking Time: LO = 8 to 10 hours HI = 5 to 6 hours

1. Combine all ingredients, except macaroni in the ceramic pot; stir to blend. Place cooking pot into heating base, cover and cook at desired heat setting for time given or until vegetables are tender.

2. Increase heat to HI setting and add macaroni; stir to blend. Cover and cook for 30 minutes. Serves 6 to 8. Set at LO for serving, if desired.

Company Chicken
3 - 4 lbs chick	en parts, skinned if desired
salt and	pepper to taste
2 10.5 ounce cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 10.5 ounce cans condensed tomato soup
^1/_4 cup flour
2 cloves	garlic – minced
1	16 ounce jar small whole onions – drained, OR 1 large onion - sliced and separated into rings

Cooking Time: LO = 8 to 10 hours HI = 5 to 6 hours

1. Season chicken parts with salt and pepper and place into ceramic cooking pot. In bowl, combine remaining ingredients, stirring well to blend. Pour over chicken.

2. Cover and cook at desired heat setting for time given or until chicken is tender. Serves 6 to 8. Set at LO for serving, if desired.

Herbed Pork Roast

4 large garlic cloves – quartered

5 lbs pork roast – boneless or bone-in

1 tsp salt

1 tsp ground thyme

^1/_2 tsp rubbed sage

^1/_2 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp grated lemon peel

^1/_2 cup water

3 tbsp cornstarch - optional

3 tbsp water - optional

Cooking Time: LO = 9 to 10 hours HI = 5 to 6 hours

1. Cut 16 small pockets into roast and insert garlic pieces. In small bowl combine salt, thyme, sage, cloves and lemon peel. Rub on pork roast.
2. Pour 12 cup water into the ceramic cooking pot. Add roast. Place pot into heating base, cover and cook at desired heat setting for time given or until meat thermometer inserted into center of roast reads 170^ F or higher.
3. Allow roast to stand 10 to 15 minutes before carving. Remove garlic pieces. Juices may be thickened for gravy if desired. Dissolve cornstarch in water. Set control to HI. Stir slowly into juices until thickened. Serves 6 to 8.

Beef Roast with Vegetables
3-3^1/_2 lbs	beef roast
salt and	pepper to taste
1 large on	on – quartered or sliced
6 carrots –	cut into 1-inch pieces
6 medium	potatoes – quartered and halved
^1/_2 cup	water

Cooking Time: LO = 9 to 10 hours HI = 5 to 6 hours

1. If desired, brown roast in skillet over medium heat of range unit before placing into ceramic cooking pot. Season as desired. Place vegetables around roast. Add water.
2. Place ceramic pot into heating base, cover and cook at desired heat setting for time given or until meat and vegetables are tender. (Meat thermometer should read 170^ F for well done). Thicken juices with mixture of 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water if desired. Set control to HI and slowly stir mixture into juices until thickened. Serves 6. Set at LO for serving, if desired.

Boston Baked Beans
4 cups dried navy beans
12 cups	water
1 tsp	salt
1 large onion – chopped
^1/_2 lbs salt	pork – cut into 1-inch cubes
^1/_3 cup	molasses
^3/_4 cup	ketchup
^3/_4 cup	brown sugar
1 tbsp	dry mustard

Cooking Time: LO = 15 to 18 hours

1. Rinse and sort beans. Place beans, water, salt, onion and salt pork in ceramic cooking pot. Place pot into heating base, cover and cook at LO for 13 to 15 hours or overnight until beans are tender.

2. Drain beans, reserving 2 cups liquid. Return beans to cooking pot. In bowl combine reserved bean liquid with remaining ingredients. Pour over beans and stir to blend. Cover and cook at LO for 2 to 3 hours to blend flavors. Makes about 3 quarts or 12 to 16 servings.

To Heat and Serve Canned Baked Beans

Canned baked beans may be heated in your crockery cooker. Simply add desired amount of beans to ceramic cooking pot and add any additional ingredients as desired, stirring to blend. Place ceramic pot into heating base, cover and heat at LO for 5 to 6 hours or at HI for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Set at LO for serving if desired.

PRODUCT WARRANTY

Appliance 1 Year Limited Warranty

Focus Electrics, LLC (“Focus Electrics”) warrants this appliance from failures in the material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase with proof of purchase, provided the appliance is operated and maintained in conformity with the provided Instruction Manual. Any failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at Focus Electrics discretion. This warranty applies to indoor household use only.

This warranty does not cover any damage, including discoloration, to any non-stick surface of the appliance. This warranty is null and void, as determined solely by Focus Electrics if the appliance is damaged through accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, scratching, or if the appliance is altered in any way.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, PERFORMANCE, OR OTHERWISE, WHICH ARE HERBY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL FOCUS ELECTRICS, LLC BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, FORSEEABLE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH ITS APPLIANCE.

If you think the appliance has failed or requires service within its warranty period, please contact the Focus Electrics Customer Service Department at (866) 290 –1851 or e-mail us at [e-mail]. Return shipping fees are non-refundable. A receipt proving original purchase date will be required for all warranty claims. Hand-written receipts are not accepted. Focus Electrics, LLC is not responsible for returns lost in transit.

Valid only in USA and Canada

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts, if available, may be ordered directly from Focus Electrics, LLC online at www.focuselectrics.com. Or you may call or e-mail the service department at the number/e-mail address listed above, or by writing to us at:

Focus Electrics, LLC

Attn: Customer Service

P. O. Box 2780

West Bend, WI 53095

Be sure to include the catalog/model number of your appliance (located on the bottom/back of the unit) and a description and quantity of the part you wish to order. Along with this include your name, mailing address, Visa/MasterCard number, expiration date and the name as it appears on the card. Checks can be made payable to Focus Electrics, LLC. Call Customer Service to obtain purchase amount. Your state's sales tax and a shipping/processing fee will be added to your total charge. Please allow two (2) weeks for delivery.

This manual contains important and helpful information regarding the safe use and care of your new Focus Electrics, LLC product. For future reference, attach dated sales receipt for warranty proof of purchase and record the following information:

Date purchased or received as gift:

Where purchased and price, if known:

Item number and Date Code (shown bottom/back of product) ____

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