
Using Your 8 Qt Slow Cooker for the First Time Prior to first use, clean the appliance thoroughly. 1. Wash the glass lid and the ceramic pot in hot, soapy water. 2. Rinse and dry thoroughly. 3. Do not immerse metal housing in water. 4. Plug the power cord into a 120 volt AC outlet. 5. Always cook with the glass lid in place and the ceramic pot in position. Remember that frequent lifting of the glass lid wil delay the cooking time. 6. When cooking a meat and vegetable combination, place the meat