5.7L Easy Release Oval Multi-Cooker - User Guide CPE500 - Crock-Pot
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Contents Crock-Pot's Safety Precautions Crock-Pot's Safety Precautions 1-2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR MULTI • Be careful when lifting and removing lid after Features of your Express Easy Release 3-4 COOKER. cooking. Always tilt the lid away from you as Before First Use of the Express Easy Release 5 • Do not plug in or switch on the unit without steam is hot and can result in serious burns. Sealing Gasket 6 having the cooking pan inside the unit. Never place face over the unit. Things to know about your Express Easy Release 7 • Do not operate the unit on an inclined surface • The pressure cooker operates under Using your Express Easy Release 8 • Use your unit well away from walls and pressure. Incorrect use may result in injury. Manual Pressure Cooking 9 curtains, and do not use in confined spaces. • Use handles and oven mitts to move the unit, Time Delay Function 9 • Check the pressure and steam release valve the cooking pan and the lid when hot. Cooking Pot Markings 10 before use, and if clogged clean as necessary. • Unplug the unit when not in use and before Pressure Cooking 10 • Do not operate the unit without food or cleaning. Allow the unit to cool before putting Using the Pressure Cooking functions 11 liquid in the cooking pan. Never exceed the on or taking off parts to clean. Bobber Valve 12 maximum markings on the inside of the • Certain foods are not suited for pressure cooking pan, or maximum and minimum cooking as they can foam, froth, splatter and Releasing Pressure at the End of Cooking 13 quantities stated in the recipes provided. clog the pressure and steam release valve. Slow Cooking 14 Some foods expand during cooking, and it Noodles, macaroni, spaghetti, cranberry, Using the SLOW COOK Function 14 apple sauce, rhubarb, split peas, pearl barley, may result in developing excess pressure. Cooking Guide 15 oatmeal and other cereals should not be • Place the unit so that the pressure and steam Steaming 16 cooked with pressure cook mode. release valve is positioned away from the Using the STEAM Function 16 body. • Do not immerse the base of the unit in water Steaming Chart 17 • Ensure the lid is locked before use. Brown/ or any other liquid. Using the BROWN/SEAR or SAUTÉ Function 18 Sear and Sauté functions does not require the • Do not use the cooking pan for food storage Rice Cooking 18 lid to be used. or place in the freezer. Using the RICE/GRAINS Function 19 • Never use any lid except the lid provided with • To prevent damage to the unit do not use Boiling & Simmering 20 your Express Crock. alkaline cleaning agents when cleaning, use a Using the STERILISE Function 20 • Never place any part of the body including soft cloth and a mild detergent. To Change a Setting 21 face, hands and arm over the Steam Release • Do not operate the unit when placed directly Care & Cleaning 22 Valve. Steam can result in serious burns. onto a bench top. Place a heat proof mat or Troubleshooting 24 • Do not move or cover the unit whilst in chopping board underneath to protect the Notification Codes 25 operation surface. Hints & Tips 26 • Do not touch any metal surfaces of the unit • Avoid spillage on the connector. while it is in use as they will be hot. • The heating element surface is subject to • After pressure cooking, do not open the residual heating after use. Important Instructions - retain for future use lid until the internal pressure has been • Misuse may potentially cause injury or released. If the lid will not turn to unlock, physical damage to the user. this is because there is pressure inside the unit. Do not force the lid open. • Do not cook more than 4 cups of dried beans/legumes with 8 cups of water. Cooking with more beans or water may result in the build up of excess pressure. Leave for ten minutes after cooking before releasing the pressure valve. 1
Crock-Pot's Safety Precautions Features of your Express Easy Release Crock-Pot is very safety conscious when • Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas designing and manufacturing consumer flame, electric element or on a heated oven. Lid Handle products, but it is essential that the product • Do not place on top of any other appliance. user also exercise care when using an • Do not let the power cord of an appliance hang electrical appliance. Listed below are over the edge of a table or bench top or touch precautions which are essential for the safe any hot surface. One-Hand use of an electrical appliance: • Do not operate any electrical appliance with Easy-Fit Lid • Read carefully and save all the instructions a damaged cord or after the appliance has provided with an appliance. been damaged in any manner. If damage • Always turn the power off at the power outlet is suspected, return the appliance to the before you insert or remove a plug. Remove by nearest Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre for grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord. examination, repair or adjustment. Oval Cooking Pot • Turn the power off and remove the plug when • The appliance should be supplied through a the appliance is not in use and before cleaning. residual current device (RCD) having a rated • Do not use your appliance with an extension residual operating current not exceeding 30 cord unless this cord has been checked and mA. tested by a qualified technician or service • Do not immerse the appliance in water or any person. other liquid unless recommended. • Always use your appliance from a power • Appliances are not intended to be operated by outlet of the voltage (A.C. only) marked on the means of an external timer or separate remote appliance. control system. • This appliance is not intended for use by • This appliance is intended to be used in Heating Base Control Panel persons (including children) with reduced household and similar applications such physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and lack of experience and knowledge, unless they other working environments; farm houses; by have been given supervision or instruction clients in hotels, motels and other residential concerning use of the appliance by a person type environments; bed and breakfast type Easy Release responsible for their safety. environments. Steam Dial • Children should be supervised to ensure that • The supply cord should be regularly examined Bobber Valve they do not play with the appliance. for signs of damage and the appliance is not to • The temperature of accessible surfaces may be be used if the cord is damaged. Steam high when the appliance is operating. • Be aware that certain foods, such as Release Valve • Never leave an appliance unattended while applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal in use. or other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni, • Intended for household countertop use only. rhubarb, or spaghetti can foam, froth, and Power Cord Keep 15cm clear from the wall and on all sputter, and clog the pressure release device (Steam Release Valve). Recipes using these Condensation sides. Always use appliance on a dry, stable, level surface. items must be followed carefully to avoid Collector • Do not use an appliance for any purpose other problems than its intended use. If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance, please visit www.crockpot.com or contact the Consumer Service Line. Ensure the above safety precautions are understood. 2 3
Features of your Express Easy Release Before First Use of the Express Easy Release Step 1. Remove Packaging Step 4. Assembly Ensure all packaging has been removed. Insert the Cooking Pot into the Heating Base. CONTROL PANEL Step 2. Position Machine Step 5. Lid Assembly Place the Heating Base facing you on a dry, Align arrows on Lid rim and Heating level surface. Base to ensure lid is secured. Place Lid upon Cooker and align Handle with . Step 3. Wash Parts To lock, twist Lid Handle counterclockwise, Display Screen Wash the Cooking Pot and Lid and aligning handle with . Condensation Collector in warm water To unlock, twist Lid Handle clockwise and using a mild detergent. Dry each part align handle with . thoroughly before use. STERILISE Time Selection Buttons UNDERSIDE OF LID Gasket Flap Open Lid Gasket Tabs Unlocked Lid Locked Lid Metal Loops Figure 2 Lid Slots Plastic Spoon Steaming Rack 4 5
Sealing Gasket Things to know about your Express Easy Release Check that the Gasket is inserted properly 2. Insert Gasket tabs into slots inside the Lid, The Express Easy Release Multi-Cooker has • The Time Selection Buttons (+ and -) are on first use, and every time before use. If indicated with 'Insert' writing under Lid. been designed with safety in mind and has used to set the cooking time. To advance the Gasket is not inserted properly the unit various safety measures. slowly, simply press the + or - button and will not correctly build pressure. 3. Tuck one flap of Gasket under metal loops on • Pressure will not build if the Lid is not shut release. To advance quickly, press and hold 1. Place Gasket into underside of Lid. each elongated side of the Lid. correctly and has not sealed. the + or - button. If you have passed the • Ensure Lid is in the completely locked desired time, simply press the opposite Gasket Flaps position and the is aligned with . arrow button to return to the desired time. • Pressure will not build if the Steam Release Note: The timer can be selected for all Valve has not been switched to the Seal “ ” programs and can be changed at any time position. during cooking by pressing START/STOP and • Over filling may cause a risk of clogging the selecting a new function. vent pipe and developing excess pressure. • The TEMP/PRESSURE button is used • The gasket and the valves can be removed to select desired cooking temperature Gasket Tabs for cleaning. (See page 21). or pressure (HIGH or LOW). The Display Metal Loops • Once the pressure increases, the Lid cannot Screen will illuminate TEMP or PRESSURE, Lid Slots be opened. Safety sensors ensure the depending on which setting is being adjusted. pressure remains within the set range. Never • The temperature may only be adjusted on force the Lid open. the SLOW COOK, YOGHURT, BOIL, SIMMER, • The Steam Release Dial is located on the and BROWN/SEAR or SAUTÉ functions (see front of the Lid, designed to keep the hand the Cooking Guide on page 15 for available away from the Steam Release Valve when adjustments). releasing pressure. The Steam Release Valve • Each pre-set pressure cooking function is designed to be loose-fitting for proper automatically selects the optimum pressure operation. See RELEASING PRESSURE for that selection, but it can be manually Instructions on page 13. selected with the TEMP/PRESSURE button Correct Wrong • The pressure cooking functions require liquid (see the Cooking Guide on page 15 for to work. If the inside of the Cooking Pot available adjustments). does not have enough liquid, an notification • The START/STOP button starts and stops will appear in the Display Screen. See a cooking function. It must be pressed to NOTIFICATION CODES chart on page 24. change from one cooking function to another • At the end of cooking, the Lid cannot be after cooking has begun. unlocked until all the pressure is released. • The Display Screen shows how much longer This can be done using the Natural Pressure the food needs to cook from the selected Release Method or Quick Pressure Release time in hours and minutes once the Multi- Method, explained on page 13. Cooker is preheated. While the Multi-Cooker One flap of gasket should be Gasket Flaps of the gasket should fully tucked under the metal not be fully above the metal loops is preheating, the display screen will show, loops “HEAT”. * The Status Bar tracks the pressurisation progress when using a Pressure function, and the preheat progress when using a Traditional function before cooking begins. 6 7
Using your Express Easy Release Manual Pressure Cooking • This Multi-Cooker allows you to delay * If you have a pressure recipe that requires select MANUAL PRESSURE and adjust the Note: The Multi-Cooker beeps as each the start of your cooking so that cooking a manual setting — or if you simply pressure and cook time as desired. (See button is pressed. finishes when you need it. See page 9 for want to pressure cook using your own the Cooking Guide on page 15 to find the • Add desired ingredients to Cooking Pot. instructions on the DELAY TIMER function. pressure setting and cook time — then possible time and pressure adjustments.) Place Lid on top of Multi-Cooker and align • After the set cooking time has elapsed, with . To lock, twist counterclockwise, the Multi-Cooker will beep again and will Time Delay Function aligning with . automatically switch to the KEEP WARM * Turn the Steam Release Dial to the “Seal” setting. The Display Screen will then This Multi-Cooker allows you to delay the • Press START/STOP button to begin the position if pressure cooking. The Steam change from the cook time to a new timer start of your cooking so that cooking finishes delay feature. The timer and DELAY TIMER Release Dial should be open when using that will count up to 4:00 (4 hours) or until when you need it. button will stop flashing, while the START/ the SLOW COOK and YOGHURT functions. you press the START/STOP button. After STOP button will continue flashing. This will Note: The DELAY TIMER function is not indicate that the Multi-Cooker has been set Do not place the Lid on when using 4 hours in the KEEP WARM setting, the available on the BROWN/SEAR, SAUTÉ, BROWN/SEAR, SAUTÉ, SIMMER, or BOIL. Multi-Cooker will turn off. on the DELAY TIMER setting. The Display KEEP WARM, BOIL, SIMMER or YOGHURT Screen will countdown the delay time until • Plug the Power Cord into a wall power • To end a cooking function at any time, press settings. the START/STOP button. 0:00 is reached. When 0:00 is reached, outlet. Note: Do not use the DELAY TIMER function the DELAY TIMER light will turn off and • Select the cooking function you would like • When finished, unplug the Multi-Cooker when the recipe has perishable ingredients the START/STOP light will stop flashing to to use. and wait for it to cool completely before such as meat, fish, eggs, or dairy, as these show that time delay has finished. The word • The START/STOP button and the time on attempting to clean. may spoil. “HEAT” will appear on the display screen the screen will flash. CAUTION: The Cooking Pot and Heating until the Multi-Cooker is fully pressurised. • Select the desired temperature or pressure Base will get very hot while using this Multi- • Adjust the Multi-Cooker settings using the When the selected pressure has been using the TEMP/PRESSURE button, if Cooker. Do not touch hot surfaces. Always instructions on pages 11-20. reached, the timer will start counting down. applicable. (Please refer to the Cooking use pot holders or oven-mitts when using • After setting the cooking time, press the Example: Guide chart on page 15 for time and this Multi-Cooker. Always lift the Lid by DELAY TIMER button. The DELAY TIMER It’s 4pm and you want to have a soup cooked temperature recommendations.) tilting away from you to avoid the steam. and START/STOP buttons will flash, and and ready in 2 hours’ time for dinner at 6pm. • Press the START/STOP button. For pressure “0:30” will flash on the Display Screen, You want to set the machine now so you are cooking functions, the word “HEAT” will to indicate the Multi-Cooker is being free to do other things. appear on the Display Screen during programmed on the delay setting. The pre-set function (if unchanged) will cook preheating time. Once the Multi-Cooker • Press the + and - buttons until you reach for 30 minutes at HIGH pressure. Time to gain is preheating time. Pressurisation and the number of hours and minutes you want pressure varies according to humidity and preheat progress can be easily tracked the cooking process to be delayed (i.e., set water temperature, but let’s assume it takes with the Status Bar under the Display the amount of time you wish to delay the 15 minutes to gain pressure. Therefore total Screen. Once the Cooker is pressurised or cooking cycle). The maximum delay is 4 time is 45 minutes. To have the soup ready preheated, the selected cooking time will hours. by 6pm, you will need to delay the start of appear on the Display Screen. your cooking by approximately 1 hour and 15 Note: For pressure cooking functions, minutes. 13-15 minutes is the approximate average 1. Press SOUP pressurisation time. If food content is larger 2. The Display Screen will flash “0:30” or very cold, pressurisation time may take 3. Press the DELAY TIMER button and set for slightly longer . “1:15” 4. Press START/STOP 8 9
Cooking Pot Markings Using the Pressure Cooking functions Inside the removable Cooking Pot are Foods that expand Place the Multi-Cooker on a flat, level surface. • After the set cooking time has elapsed, markings to guide the fill level of the Cooking during cooking (e.g. rice) Place Cooking Pot inside Heating Base. Plug the Multi-Cooker will beep and will Pot. The word MAX indicates the maximum should never go above the Multi-Cooker into a wall outlet. The Multi- automatically switch to the KEEP WARM fill line. the 1/2 mark. Cooker will beep, and the Display Screen will setting. The Display Screen will therefore The 1/3, 1/2, and 2/3 markings are handy illuminate with four dashes (- - - -). change from the cook time to a new timer guides to use in your recipes. Inside Cooking Pot • Place your food and liquid inside the that will count up to 4:00 (4 hours) or until Note: The Multi-Cooker cannot pressure removable Cooking Pot. you press the START/STOP button. After CAUTION: Never load the Cooking Pot above cook without liquid. Ensure a minimum of • Place the Lid onto the Multi-Cooker 4 hours in the KEEP WARM setting, the the maximum ingredient level line marked 250ml of liquid is used inside the removable and align with . To lock, rotate Multi-Cooker will go into stand-by mode, MAX on the inside of the Cooking Pot. Cooking Pot. counterclockwise to the LOCKED and the Display Screen will illuminate with position. four dashes (----). • Rotate the Steam Release Dial to the “Seal” TIP: Pressure Cooking position. • The pressure cooking settings are in the • Select the desired cooking function Cooking Guide table on page 15. Pressure cooking is an ideal way to create Ideal Meals to Pressure Cook: Soups, stocks, • Adjust the cooking time and pressure if • If the lid is not shut correctly or if the quick, flavorful meals. Pressure cooking is casseroles, sauces (e.g. pasta sauces), meat, necessary. Steam Release Dial is not in the “Seal” a method of cooking food in liquid (water, rice, firm vegetables (beetroot, potatoes) and stock, wine, etc.) in a sealed Cooking Pot. The desserts (e.g., pudding). Note: See the Cooking Guide on page 15 position. The Multi-Cooker cannot gain sealed Multi-Cooker retains steam and builds to find the possible time and pressure pressure and an Notification message will Capacity: Never fill the Cooking Pot above the pressure, raising the temperature of the adjustments. appear in the Display Screen. Ensure that MAX line. Foods that expand during cooking liquid inside the pot above boiling point. The the Sealing Gasket is placed evenly in the should never go above the 1/2 mark. The increased temperature of the liquid and the • Once you have made the desired lid. See the Notification Codes chart on Multi-Cooker cannot pressure cook without steam results in reduced cooking times. adjustments, if any, press START/STOP. page 24. liquid. Ensure a minimum of 250ml of liquid is HIGH Pressure Setting is 6.5 - 10 PSI (45 - 70 used inside the removable Cooking Pot. • The Multi-Cooker needs to gain pressure • It is common for some steam to release kPa). It is suitable for a wide range of foods. before pressure cooking can begin. When through the Bobber Valve during the Note: There are 7 functions which use the Multi-Cooker is gaining pressure, cooking cycle. This is part of normal LOW Pressure Setting is 3.3 - 6.5 PSI (23 - 45 pressure to cook. These are Meat/Poultry, “HEAT” will appear on the Display Screen operation of the unit. kPa). It is more suited to delicate foods like Beans/Chili, Rice/Grains, Soup, Dessert, and the time will not count down. The chicken fillet, fish and some vegetables. Manual Pressure and Steam. Status Bar will illuminate to track the Note: The Multi-Cooker cannot pressure KEEP WARM Setting: When cooking time is cook without liquid. Ensure a minimum of completed, the Multi-Cooker automatically pressurisation progress before cooking will IMPORTANT: Do not cook more than 4 begin. The amount of time the Multi-Cooker 250ml of liquid is used inside the removable switches to the KEEP WARM setting to cups of dried beans/legumes with 8 cups of Cooking Pot. prevent overcooking and to keep your cooked takes to gain pressure varies according water. Cooking with more beans or water to humidity and water temperature, food warm until serving - perfect for busy than this may result in the build up of excess but average pressurisation time is 5-30 Caution: During cooking, steam will build families, those on the run and those who pressure. Wait at least 10 minutes after minutes. When pressure has been reached, up in the Multi-Cooker, so when lifting the need flexible meal times. This setting is not cooking before releasing the pressure valve. “HEAT” will disappear on the Display lid use an oven glove to protect your hands. hot enough to cook and should only be used to keep warm, cooked food for serving. Screen, and the time will begin to count Caution: Never use the Quick Pressure Note: Foam may naturally form when down. Release Method when cooking foods high pressure cooking beans or legumes. Add in liquid content, such as casseroles, a small amount of oil to the water before stocks and soups. See RELEASING cooking to reduce this. PRESSURE instructions on pages 13. 10 11
Bobber Valve Releasing Pressure at the End of Cooking When Bobber Valve is in the “UP” position, DO Bobber Valve is in the “DOWN” position, the Natural Pressure Release Method: the steam outlet on the top of the valve, as NOT attempt to open the Lid, as the Multi- pressure has released (see Figure 3). After cooking cycle is complete, let Multi- steam is very hot and can scald skin. Use Cooker is still under pressure. When the Cooker naturally release pressure. Unit will this method with caution when cooking liquid gradually cool down on its own.Wait at least ingredients such as casseroles, soups, stocks, 10 minutes after cooking has completed, and beans and pulses. Never use this method Bobber Valve then rotate the Steam Release Dial to the when cooking rice, as rice tends to be very “Release” position (see Figure 5). Do not delicate. The pressure has been released Steam Release place any part of your hand or body over the when steam is no longer escaping from the Valve Cover steam outlet on top of the valve, as steam valve and the Lid opens freely with minimal is very hot and can scald skin. The pressure force. Only then is it safe to remove the Lid has been released when steam is no longer and serve food. escaping from the valve and the Lid opens freely with minimal force. This can take up to CAUTION: Do not force the Lid to open. If 10-20 minutes. Never force the Lid open. Only it does not open easily this means that the then is it safe to remove the Lid and serve Multi-Cooker is still under pressure. food. Quick Pressure release method should be used with caution: CAUTION: During cooking, steam will build Using a kitchen utensil, gradually flick the tab up in the Multi-Cooker, so when lifting the Lid use a kitchen glove or mitt to protect Figure 3 - Underside Lid View on the Steam Release Valve to the “Release” your hand. setting (see Figure 4). Steam will release rapidly from the Steam Release Valve. Do not place any part of your hand or body over Steam Release Dial “Seal” Valve Steam Release Dial “Release” CLOSED Valve OPEN Figure 4 12 13
Slow Cooking Cooking Guide LOW Setting: This is suitable for simmering food warm until serving - perfect for busy Cooking Pressure Temperature and slow cooking. Recommended cooking families, those on the run and those who Default Setting Cook Time Range Function Adjustments Adjustments times in LOW are from 6 to 8 hours. need flexible meal times. This setting is not BROWN/ HIGH Setting: This is for faster cooking. hot enough to cook and should only be used SEAR High temp / 30 minutes N/A Low-High 5 minutes – 30 minutes Recommended cooking times in HIGH are to keep hot, cooked food warm for serving. SAUTÉ High temp / 30 minutes N/A Low-High 5 minutes – 30 minutes from 2 to 4 hours. Note: When slow cooking, the ideal fill level KEEP WARM Setting: When cooking time is SLOW COOK High temp / 4 hours N/A Low-High 30 minutes – 20 hours for your ingredients is between the 1/2 and completed, the Multi-Cooker automatically 2/3 marks. Never fill the Cooking Pot above SIMMER Low temp / 15 minutes N/A Low-High 5 minutes - 4 hours switches to the KEEP WARM setting to the MAX line. BOIL Low temp / 15 minutes N/A Low-High 5 minutes - 4 hours prevent overcooking and to keep your cooked Low: 6 hours - 12 hours YOGURT Low temp / 8 hours N/A Low-High High: N/A Using the SLOW COOK Function KEEP Warm temp / 4 hours N/A Warm 30 minutes – 4 hours WARM MANUAL The SLOW COOK function does not use 4. Press the SLOW COOK button and adjust High Pressure / 30 minutes Low-High N/A 1 minute - 4 hours PRESSURE pressure in the cooking process, but some the time and temperature as needed. MEAT/ pressure can build inside the unit during Note: See the Cooking Guide on page 15 High pressure / 35 minutes Low-High N/A 15 minutes – 2 hours POULTRY cooking. When using this function, ensure to find the possible time and temperature the Steam Release Valve is in the “Release” BEANS/ adjustments. High pressure / 20 minutes Low-High N/A 1 minute - 4 hours position. This function will cook similarly CHILI to standard slow cookers, using lower 5. Press START/STOP. The time will begin to SOUP High pressure / 30 minutes Low-High N/A 5 minutes – 2 hours temperatures and longer cooking times to count down. RICE/ achieve tender, flavorful meals. Low pressure / 12 minutes Low-High N/A 3 minutes – 30 minutes GRAINS 6. After the set cooking time has elapsed, Place the Multi-Cooker on a flat, level DESSERT Low pressure / 10 minutes Low-High N/A 5 minutes – 2 hours the Multi-Cooker will beep and will surface. automatically switch to the KEEP WARM STEAM High pressure / 10 minutes Low-High N/A 1 minute – 1 hour Place Cooking Pot inside Heating Base. Plug setting. The Display Screen will therefore the Multi-Cooker into a wall outlet. The Multi- change from the cook time to a new timer Cooker will beep, and the Display Screen will that will count up to 4:00 (4 hours) or until illuminate with four dashes (- - - -). you press the START/STOP button. After 1. Place your food and liquid inside the 4 hours in the KEEP WARM setting, the removable Cooking Pot. Multi-Cooker will turn off. 2. Place the Lid onto the Multi-Cooker and align with . To lock, rotate TIP: The SLOW COOK settings are in the counterclockwise to the LOCKED Cooking Guide on page 15. position. 3. Rotate the Steam Release Dial to the Caution: During slow cooking, steam may “Release” position. build up in the Multi-Cooker, so when lifting the Lid use a kitchen glove or mitt to Note: Although this setting will not use protect your hand. pressure in the cooking process, some pressure can build inside the unit during cooking. This is why it’s important to keep the Steam Release Dial in the “Release” position. 14 15
Steaming Steaming Chart The STEAM function is perfect for gently Capacity: Food Amount Amount of Pre-prep Cooking steaming fish and vegetables. It is When the Multi-Cooker is used with the water Time, pre-programmed to use the HIGH pressure STEAM function, the maximum capacity of minutes cooking setting. When steaming, use the liquid should be just under the rack wires, so Asparagus 250g 400ml trim woody ends 2 Steaming Rack. that the liquid is not touching the food. Broccoli 300g 400ml trim stalks 2 Note: The unit cannot pressure cook without liquid. Ensure a minimum of 250ml of liquid Brussel Sprouts 400g 400ml peel outer leaves, leave whole 4 is used inside the removable Cooking Pot. Butternut Squash 1 whole, 400ml cut in half, remove seeds, slice 7 900g-1kg into 6 Carrots 500g 400ml sliced into 1 cm rounds 5 Using the STEAM Function Carrots and Swede 600g 400ml peel and cut into similar sized pieces 6 Cauliflower 500g 400ml cut into 5cm florets 3 • Place the Multi-Cooker on a flat, level and the time will not count down. The Corn on the Cob 2 400ml remove any outer leaves 3 surface. Status Bar will illuminate to track the pressurisation progress cooking will begin. Frozen Chunky 500g 400ml cook from frozen 3 • Place Cooking Pot inside Heating Base. Vegetables Plug the Multi-Cooker into a wall outlet. When pressure has been reached, “HEAT” The Multi-Cooker will beep, and the Display will disappear on the Display Screen, and Green cabbage 1 whole 400ml cut into quarters 4 Screen will illuminate with four dashes (- - the time will begin to count down. Leeks 500g 400ml trim ends and cut into 2 cm 4 - -). • After the set cooking time has elapsed, rounds • Add 250ml of water to the bottom of the the Multi-Cooker will beep and will New Potatoes 750g 400ml leave whole 8 removable Cooking Pot and insert the automatically switch to the KEEP WARM Sweet Potatoes 900g - 1kg 400ml peel and cut into large chunks 5 cooking rack. Ensure water is just under setting. The Display Screen will therefore White potatoes, ideal 900g - 1kg 400ml peel and cut into large chunks 9 the wires of the rack so that food is not change from the cook time to a new timer for mash touching water. that will count up to 4:00 (4 hours) or until you press the START/STOP button. After Basmati Rice 400g (2 cups) 600ml rinse rice before use 6 • Place your food on the cooking rack. • Place the Lid on and lock by rotating 4 hours in the KEEP WARM setting, the Brown Rice 400g (2 cups) 400ml rinse rice before use 22 counterclockwise to the LOCKED Multi-Cooker will turn off. Eggs 6 400ml whole in shell 7 position. TIP: See the Steaming Chart on page 17. Chicken fillet 2-4 fillets 400ml season before cooking 8 • Using the finger tab, flick the Steam Salmon fillet 2-4 fillets 400ml season before cooking 3 Release Valve to the “Seal” position. CAUTION: During cooking, steam will build • Press the STEAM button and adjust the up in the Multi-Cooker, so when lifting the time and pressure as needed. Lid use a kitchen glove or mitt to protect Note: See the Cooking Guide on page 15 your hand. to find the possible time and pressure adjustments. • Once you have made the desired adjustments, if any, press START/STOP. • The Multi-Cooker needs to gain pressure before pressure cooking can begin. When the Multi-Cooker is gaining pressure, “HEAT” will appear on the Display Screen 16 17
Using the BROWN/SEAR or SAUTÉ Function Using the RICE/GRAINS Function This setting does not cook under pressure. It BROWN/SEAR can be used for the following: Place the Multi-Cooker on a flat, level • The Multi-Cooker needs to gain pressure works similarly to standard cooking, requiring • Brown (sear) meats for casseroles and surface. before pressure cooking can begin. When dry heat, and therefore does not need the Lid. soups. Browning meat prior to pressure Place Cooking Pot inside Heating Base. Plug the Multi-Cooker is gaining pressure, cooking and slow cooking not only gives the Multi-Cooker into a wall outlet. The Multi- “HEAT” will appear on the Display Screen Important: Do not use the Lid with these your food great color, but it also seals in Cooker will beep, and the Display Screen will and the time will not count down. The functions. the juices and flavors and keeps the meat illuminate with four dashes (- - - -). Status Bar will illuminate to track the Place the Multi-Cooker on a flat, level tender. • Measure the desired quantity of rice. pressurisation progress cooking will begin. surface. When pressure has been reached, “HEAT” SAUTÉ can be used for the following: Note: 1 cup uncooked white rice = 2 cups Place Cooking Pot inside Heating Base. Plug of cooked white rice (approximately). 1 cup will disappear on the Display Screen, and • Sauté onions or mirepoix (mixture of the Multi-Cooker into a wall outlet. The Multi- uncooked brown rice = 2 cups cooked brown the time will begin to count down. chopped onion, carrot, and celery), among Cooker will beep, and the Display Screen will rice (approximately). • After the set cooking time has elapsed, many other foods, often used in pressure illuminate with four dashes (- - - -). the Multi-Cooker will beep and will cooker and slow cooker recipes. Sautéing • Select the BROWN/SEAR or SAUTÉ • Place the measured rice in a strainer automatically switch to the KEEP WARM onions allows caramelisation which function and adjust the time and and wash rice thoroughly under cold setting. The Display Screen will therefore contributes to flavor and color in the end temperature if necessary, using the + and - water. Wash until the water runs clear. change from the cook time to a new timer dish. buttons. This removes excess starch which helps that will count up to 4:00 (4 hours) or until • Press START/STOP. to achieve fluffier rice, and prevents rice you press the START/STOP button. After Capacity: 4 hours in the KEEP WARM setting, the • When the Multi-Cooker is pre-heating, grains sticking to the Cooking Pot. Rinsing When the Multi-Cooker is used to brown, sear Multi-Cooker will turn off. “HEAT” will appear on the Display Screen. the rice reduces the build-up of starchy or sauté it may be best to cook in batches to The Status Bar will illuminate to track the water and bubbles that sometimes form Note: Do not keep rice in the pot for ensure the food is evenly cooked. pressurisation progress cooking will begin. around the Valve Cover and Lid, which can extended periods of time on the KEEP When the temperature has been reached, cause spitting from the Steam Release WARM setting, as the rice will become dry the timer will start counting down. Using Valve. and the quality will deteriorate. Use the plastic tongs, carefully add your food to the • Ensure the Cooking Pot is clean and dry supplied plastic spoon to stir and serve the hot pot. before placing it inside the Heating Base. rice. Do not use metal utensils, as these will • Place the washed rice in the Cooking Pot. scratch the non-stick coating. Add the quantity of water needed for your Note: As rice grains can be delicate, at Rice Cooking recipe (Standard ratio -- 1 cup of uncooked the end of cooking wait until the pressure rice : 1.5 cups of water). Ensure that a releases naturally. Do not use the Quick minimum of 250ml of liquid is placed Pressure Release Method (see page 13 When cooking rice, use the RICE/GRAINS Capacity: inside the removable Cooking Pot. for instructions on the Natural Pressure function. This is suitable for all types of rice, Since rice expands during cooking, do not fill • Place the Lid on and lock by rotating Release Method). including white and/or brown rice. Cooking Pot above the 1/2 mark when using counterclockwise to the LOCKED The RICE/GRAINS function cooks under the RICE/GRAINS function. Note: Standard ratio for cooking rice -- 1 position. cup of uncooked rice : 1.5 cups of water. pressure for faster cooking. • Rotate the Steam Release Dial to the "Seal" position. Caution: During cooking, steam will build • Press the RICE/GAINS button and adjust up in the Multi-Cooker, so when lifting the the time and pressure as needed. Lid use a kitchen glove or mitt to protect Note: See the Cooking Guide on page 15 your hand. to find the possible time and pressure adjustments. • Once you have made the desired adjustments, if any, press START/STOP. 18 19
Boiling & Simmering To Change a Setting The settings BOIL and SIMMER do not cook under pressure. They work similarly to standard It’s easy to switch functions during cooking. To Change the Temperature and Pressure cooking, requiring dry heat, and therefore do not need the Lid. Press the START/STOP button and then select You can change the temperature or pressure Do not use the Lid with these functions. the new desired cooking function. A new on certain pre-set functions before cooking timer will flash on the Display Screen, and the begins by pressing the TEMP/PRESSURE BOIL selected function will also flash. Select the button before pressing START/STOP. The desired time, pressure, and/or temperature. Display Screen will illuminate TEMP or The BOIL function is perfect for preparing meals like pasta and poached eggs. Press the START/STOP button and the new PRESSURE, depending on which setting is LOW setting: This is suitable for boiling low volumes of food, such as from the bottom of the being adjusted. The temperature may only function will begin preheating. Cooking Pot to the 1/3 mark. be adjusted on the SLOW COOK, YOGURT, To Change the Cooking Time HIGH setting: This is suitable for boiling higher volumes of food, such as between the 1/3 to 1/2 BOIL, SIMMER, BROWN/SEAR and SAUTÉ You can change the cooking time before marks. Do not fill the Cooking Pot above the 1/2 mark when using the BOIL function on HIGH functions. (see the Cooking Guide on page 15 cooking begins by pressing the + and - temperature. for available adjustments). buttons before pressing START/STOP. Press and release to change slowly. Press and hold SIMMER to change time quickly. If you pass the desired Thicken sauces and make gravies at the end of cooking using the SIMMER function. temperature or time, press the opposite LOW setting: This is suitable for simmering low volumes of food, such as between the bottom of button. the Cooking Pot and the 1/3 mark. HIGH setting: This is suitable for simmering higher volumes of food, such as between the 1/3 and 1/2 marks in the Cooking Pot. Using the STERILISE Function • Place the Multi-Cooker on a flat, level • Press the STERILISE button and press surface. START/STOP. • Place Cooking Pot inside Heating Base. Note: Time and pressure settings cannot be Plug the Multi-Cooker into a wall outlet. adjusted with this function. The Multi-Cooker will beep, and the Display Screen will illuminate with four dashes • The Multi-Cooker needs to gain pressure (- - - -). before pressure cooking can begin. When • Add 250ml of water to the bottom of the the Multi-Cooker is gaining pressure, removable Cooking Pot and insert the “HEAT” will appear on the Display Screen cooking rack. Ensure water is just under and the time will not count down. The the wires of the rack so that items are not Status Bar will illuminate to track the touching the water. pressurisation progress cooking will begin. • Place items to be sterilised onto the When pressure has been reached, “HEAT” cooking rack. will disappear on the Display Screen, and • Place the Lid on and lock by rotating the time will begin to count down. counterclockwise to the LOCKED position. • Using the finger tab, flick the Steam Release Valve to the “Seal” position. 20 21
Care & Cleaning Care & Cleaning Cleaning should only be carried out when the Cooking Pot Lid and Sealing Gasket Bobber Valve Express Easy Release Multi-Cooker is cool When removing the Cooking Pot from the Always examine the gasket before each use. Gently press the valve up and down 2-3 times and unplugged. Allow the Multi-Cooker to Heating Base, always use two hands and lift The silicon Sealing Gasket on the inside of and ensure it is clear from debris before you completely cool before cleaning. Do not use directly upward. Failure to do so may result in your Multi-Cooker Lid may deteriorate over begin using the Multi-Cooker. the removable Cooking Pot on the stovetop, scratching the outside of the Cooking Pot (see time. Remove Sealing Gasket for cleaning as Lid Lock Pin inside a microwave oven or inside an oven. figure 5). needed. Hand clean using warm, soapy water, Gently press the pin and ensure it is clear Use the pot only inside the Express Easy dry thoroughly, and replace Sealing Gasket from debris before you begin using the Multi- Release Multi-Cooker Heating Base. Wash in Lid before use. Leave the Lid upturned Cooker. the Sealing Gasket and Lid by hand in warm, for storage, as this will also extend the life soapy water. Dry all parts thoroughly. of the gasket. Sealing Gasket may need to Note: Condensation may collect inside the be replaced every 1 – 2 years depending on Heating Base under the removable Cooking regular use. Contact Crock-Pot® customer Pot. This is normal. Allow to cool, and then service to order replacement parts. dry using kitchen cloth. Steam Release Valve Note: Always make sure that each Ensure the Steam Release Valve is clear component (pot, valves, gasket, etc.) is from debris before you begin using the Multi- completely dry before you put back into the Cooker. Remove the valve and gently clean. Multi-Cooker. Ensure it is completely dry before replacing. Steam Release Valve Cover The Steam Release Valve Cover is on the underside of the Lid. Ensure it is clear from Figure 5 debris before you begin using the Multi- Cooker. To clean, carefully pull the cover off and clean using warm, soapy water. Press If food sticks or burns to the surface of the Note: Never use metal utensils or cleaning the cover back into its place after cleaning is Cooking Pot, then fill it with hot soapy water devices on the Cooking Pot, as this may complete. and let it soak before cleaning. Use a rubber result in scratching and damaging the or nylon spatula to remove stubborn residue. non-stick coating. If scouring is necessary, use a non-abrasive cleaner and a nylon scouring pad or brush. Exterior Bobber Valve Hand wash the Cooking Pot with mild Wipe the exterior of the Heating Base with a detergent in warm water to protect the inner damp cloth and polish dry. DO NOT use harsh coating. abrasives, scourers or chemicals, as these Steam Release will damage the surfaces. To prevent damage Valve Cover Note: Cooking Pot is dishwasher safe however the outer aluminium finish may to the Multi-Cooker do not use alkaline discolour over time. This will not affect cleaning agents when cleaning. Only use a cooking performance. soft cloth and mild detergent. Never immerse the heating base in water or any other liquid. If white spots form on surface of Cooking Condensation Collector Pot, then soak it in a solution of vinegar or Empty any collected water from the lemon juice and warm water for 30 minutes. Condensation Collector after each use. Wash Rinse and dry. in warm, soapy water. Figure 6 22 23
Troubleshooting Notification Codes Subject Question Solution Error Solution Power My Multi-Cooker will Make sure outlet is functioning properly not turn on “CLOSE LID” Ensure that the Lid is closed completely and in the LOCKED position, Check that the Multi-Cooker is plugged in blinking light aligning with . Call Customer Service on 1300 881 861 (Aus), 0800 786 232 Display “E1” The Multi-Cooker will stop the cooking cycle. Unplug Multi-Cooker and (NZ) contact service center. Doneness of My food was Make sure you selected the proper cooking setting Display “E2” The Multi-Cooker will stop the cooking cycle. Unplug Multi-Cooker and food undercooked contact service center. Make sure the Lid is properly placed and locked, and that Steam Release Valve in “Seal” position. Display “E3” If you receive this code while using one of the pressure cooking settings, then Check the recipe to see that the proper pressure, the Lid probably did not close or seal correctly. To resolve, follow the steps temperature, and time selection were made below: 1. Rotate the Steam Release Dial to the “Release” position and wait for the Be sure the power was not interrupted unit to de-pressurise. Make sure the Cooking Pot has enough liquid to create 2. Take off the Lid and look underneath to make sure the Sealing Gasket (large desired steam and build pressure. Minimum of 250ml of rubber ring) is properly secured to the underside of the Lid. liquid should be used when pressure cooking. Never fill over 3. If your recipe looks like it may need more liquid now that you have released the “MAX” line. some of the steam after removing the Lid, then add more, stir your ingredients, and reattach the Lid, making sure the Steam Release Dial is in My food was Make sure the Cooking Pot was at least ½ full the “Seal” position. overcooked 4. Unplug the unit for at least 5 seconds, and then re-plug it in and re- Check that the proper pressure, temperature, and time were selected program your cook settings to begin cooking. Programming Can I set a time for Because sautéing is a function that generally requires your Display “E5” This code appears when either the Lid or Steam Release Dial is being used the Brown/Sear or full attention this may not be necessary. However, if desired incorrectly for a non-pressure cook setting. Please note that the Lid should Sauté program? a time can be selected. never be used when using the Brown/Sear, Sauté, Simmer or Boil settings. When using the Lid during the Slow Cook or Yogurt settings, the Steam Can I change the Yes, to change the cooking function, press START/STOP Release Dial must be turned to the open or “Release” position. If you receive cooking function, and select a new cooking function. Change the time and the E5 Notification during any of these situations, then simply remove the Lid time or temperature temperature as required for the food. Press START/STOP while using Brown/Sear, Sauté, Boil, and Simmer, or correctly position Steam once the food is again. The time and temperature can be changed at any Release Dial to “Release” while using SLOW COOK or Yogurt, and then cooking? time. unplug the unit for at least 5 seconds, re-plug it in and re-program your cook settings to begin cooking. Cooking Can the Cooking Pot The Cooking Pot and Lid are not oven safe. Neither can be and Lid be used on used on the stove or in the oven. Display “E6” If you receive this code while cooking, it means that the Crock-Pot® Express top of the stove or in Easy Release Pressure Cooker was unable to generate enough steam to the oven? pressurise completely. To resolve, follow the steps below: 1. Make sure that the Steam Release Dial is turned to the closed or “Seal” I stopped the cooking If a cooking cycle is stopped and a new one is started, the position. If it was not in the correct position, then rotate it to the correct process and changed Multi-Cooker may display “HEAt” until the new pressure is position and jump to step 3 below. pressure settings, achieved. 2. If the Steam Release Dial was in the correct position, then turn it to the and now the Multi- “Release” position and wait for the unit to de-pressurise. Then remove the Cooker is preheating Lid and look underneath it to make sure the Sealing Gasket (large rubber again. ring) is properly secured to the underside of the Lid. Steam Steam is leaking out • It is normal for a small amount of steam to come out of 3. Add another cup of liquid (water, broth, etc) to the cooking pot, stir your of the Multi-Cooker the Bobber Valve before the Multi-Cooker is pressurised. ingredients, and reattach the Lid, making sure the Steam Release Dial is in • If steam is coming out from the perimeter of the Lid, the the “Seal” position. Lid has not been closed and locked completely or too 4. Unplug the unit for at least 5 seconds, and then re-plug it in and re- much water has been added to the cooking pot. program your cook settings to begin cooking. Lid I am having trouble There is a safety feature to keep Lid from being removed removing the Lid. while the Multi-Cooker is under pressure. Please make sure to de-pressurise the unit by rotating the Steam Release Valve into the “Release” position. Refer to Releasing Pressure section for further instructions. 24 25
Hints & Tips NOTES With your Express Easy Release Multi-Cooker • The Cooking Pot is designed to be used you can create a large variety of delicious only in this Multi-Cooker. Do not use on meals, snacks and desserts. Various foods stovetop, in microwave, or in oven. take different times to cook perfectly, so • The provided Steaming Rack is designed to sometimes it may take some trial and error to be used in this Multi-Cooker. It should not get the cooking times right for you. damage the surface of the Cooking Pot. • Please refer to your Express Easy Release • When removing the Lid, use a pot holder user guide when using your Multi-Cooker. to grasp the Lid Handle and lift away from • Never fill the Cooking Pot past the MAX line. your body to allow steam to escape. • Do not leave Multi-Cooker plugged in when • Always place a trivet or pot holder under not in use. the Cooking Pot if it is removed from the • Make sure Multi-Cooker is kept away from Heating Base. cabinets and walls when in use. Hints & Tips For Slow Cooking • If you are slow cooking, you can use the • When using the SLOW COOK function, the BROWN/SEAR or SAUTÉ function first, Multi-Cooker does not recover lost heat which allows you to sear meats and quickly, so only lift the Lid if necessary or vegetables at the beginning but also allows if instructed to do so in the recipe. It’s a you to thicken sauces and make gravies good idea to monitor your slow cooking at the end. Browning meat prior to slow results throughout the cooking cycle by cooking not only gives your food great color, quickly removing the Lid and checking, then but it also seals in the juices and flavors quickly replacing the Lid. Different cuts and and keeps the meat tender. thickness of meats and vegetables can vary • To thicken a casserole at the end of cooking times. cooking, use the SAUTÉ function and stir • When using the SLOW COOK function, make a small amount of corn flour with water. sure the Steam Release Valve is in the Allow to simmer, stirring until thickened. “Release” position. • It is not uncommon for meat to cook faster • Slow Cooking reduces evaporation, than root vegetables. It is for this reason resulting in the flavors and juices being that we recommend chopping all vegetables maintained. Keep this in mind when to a similar small size. Meat can be cut into creating your own recipes, as you may not larger chunks because if it is cut too small, require as much liquid as you would when it will break up once cooked and tenderized. using other cooking methods, such as pressure cooking. Temperature Temperature Suggestions Recipes Ideas High Use this setting for recipes that require Ideal for sauces, chili, potato dishes, shorter cooking times, generally 4-6 hours. cheese dishes, chicken wings and meatballs in sauce Low Use this setting for recipes that require longer Ideal for less tender cuts of meat, cook times. This setting is used for recipes braised meats, dried beans, soups that usually require cooking for more than 8 and stews hours. Perfect for less tender cuts of meats. 26 27
NOTES This product is covered by a 12 month replacement or repair warranty, which is in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law (if your product was purchased in Australia) or New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act (if your product was purchased in New Zealand). Upon receipt of your claim, Crock-Pot will -servicing or modification of the product seek to resolve your difficulties or, if the other than by Crock-Pot or an authorised product is defective, advise you on how to service centre; obtain a replacement or refund. -use of the product with other accessories, attachments, product To assist us in managing warranty claims, we supplies, parts or devices that do not recommend you register your product as soon conform to Crock-Pot specifications; or as practicable after purchase by creating an -exposure of the product to abnormally account on our website and uploading a copy corrosive conditions; or of your original receipt. Should you experience any In order to make a claim under our warranty, • extend beyond 3 months if the product is difficulties with your product you must have the original proof of purchase used in commercial, industrial, educational or during the warranty period, documentation for the product and present it rental applications. please contact our customer when requested (if not already uploaded to service line for advice on 1300 our website). The benefits given to you by our warranty 881 861 in Australia, or 0800 Should your product develop any defect are in addition to other rights and remedies 786 232 in New Zealand. within 12 months of purchase because of under law in relation to the product. faulty materials or workmanship, we will In Australia our goods come with guarantees replace or repair it, at our discretion, free of that cannot be excluded under the Australia charge. A product presented for repair may be Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled www.crockpot.com.au replaced by a refurbished product of the same to a replacement or refund for a major 1300 881 861 type rather than being repaired. Refurbished failure and for compensation for any other Suite 1, Level 1, parts may be used to repair the product. foreseeable loss or damage. You are also 13 Lord Street, entitled to have the goods repaired or Our replacement or repair warranty only Botany, NSW replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable applies where a defect arises as a result of 2019 Australia quality and the failure does not amount to a faulty material or workmanship during the warranty period. Your warranty does not major failure. New Zealand cover misuse or negligent handling Our goods also come with guarantees that www.crockpot.co.nz (including damage caused by failing to use the cannot be excluded under the New Zealand 0800 786 232 product in accordance with this instruction Consumer Guarantees Act. Level 6, Building 5, booklet), accidental damage, or normal wear If your warranty claim is not accepted, we Central Park, and tear. will inform you and if requested to do so by 660-670 Great South Road, Your warranty does not: you, repair the product provided you pay Greenlane, Auckland • cover freight or any other costs incurred in the usual charges for such repair. You will New Zealand making a claim, consumable items, also be responsible for all freight and other accessories that by their nature and limited costs. lifespan require periodic renewal (such as Should your product require repair or filters and seals) or any consequential loss or service after the warranty period, contact damage; or your nearest service centre. For a complete • cover damage caused by: list of service centres, visit our website or -power surges, power dips, voltage supply call our customer service line for advice on problems, or use of the product on 1300 881 861 in Australia, or 0800 786 232 incorrect voltage; in New Zealand. 28 29
Need help with your appliance? Contact our Customer Care Team or visit our website for information and tips on getting the most from your appliance. AUSTRALIA Visit: www.crockpot.com.au Phone: 1300 881 861 Mail: Suite 1, Level 1, 13 Lord Street, Botany NSW 2019 NEW ZEALAND Visit: www.crockpot.co.nz Phone: 0800 786 232 Mail: Level 6, Building 5, Central Park, 660–670 Great South Road, Greenlane, Auckland APPROVED BY APPROPRIATE ELECTRICAL REGULATORY MADE IN CHINA TO AUTHORITIES CROCK-POT'S SUNBEAM’S CROCK-POT'S SPECIFICATION 2 021 2 002211 NEWELL AUSTRALIA PTY LTD. ABN 68 075 071 233 Crock-Pot is a registered trade mark. Due to continued product improvements, product illustrations and photographs in this User Guide may differ slightly from the actual product. $101C-IB CPE500_21EM3 (ANZ) GCDS-CRP-JC NWL0001310715
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