290W
WHSC04K290W
220~240V
SLOW COOKER 6.5L
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SAFETY INFORMATION
Important Safety Instructions ......................... 1 - 2
Electrical Requirements ................................ 3
SETUP AND USE
Installation Guide ...................................... 3
Parts and Features ..................................... 4
Temperature Control Panel ............................. 4
Slow Cooker Operation ................................. 5
Cooking Temperatures & Times .......................... 6
CLEANING AND CARE ............................ 8
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................... 9
WARRANTY .................................... 10 - 11
CONTENTS
Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for
reference only and may dier from actual product appearance.
Product design and specifications may be changed without notice.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
***WARNING***
The temperature of accessible surfaces may be hot whilst the slow cooker is operating.
1. Read all instructions carefully before using your new slow cooker.
Always turn the power off at the power outlet before you insert or remove the
2.
power plug. Remove by grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord.
3.
DANGER: Do not operate slow cooker if:
i) the cord or plug is split, melted or damaged.
ii) the slow cooker has malfunctioned.
iii) the slow cooker has been damaged in any manner.
If any of the above incidents occur, return your slow cooker to the nearest
authorised service center for examination, repair or adjustment.
4.
DANGER: Do not under any circumstances immerse the power cord, mains
plug or slow cooker body in water or any other liquid.
5.
WARNING: Do not touch the outer surfaces whilst slow cooker is in operation.
Use handles and knobs only as some surfaces may become hot whilst the
appliance is in use.
6.
WARNING: If the mains supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly person in order to avoid a
hazard.
7.
CAUTION: Wait for the slow cooker to cool before moving. Carry only by the
outer side handles.
8.
CAUTION: Keep the slow cooker and its cord out of reach of children less than
8 years old.
9.
CAUTION: Do not use your slow cooker without the non-stick pot inserted.
10.
CAUTION: Exercise caution when removing the tempered glass lid from the
slow cooker whilst in use. Steam from foods being cooked will be released when
lifting the lid and could potentially cause burns or personal injury.
11.
CAUTION: Do not allow your slow cooker to boil dry as this will cause damage
to the non-stick pot and slow cooker.
12.
CAUTION: The non-stick pot is suitable for use with wood, nylon and plastic
utensils. Do not use steel utensils as they may scratch the non-stick coating.
Scratching of the non-stick pot surface is not covered by warranty.
13. This slow cooker is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or
separate remote-control system.
DANGER - Immediate hazards
which WILL result in severe
personal injury or death.
DANGER
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in
severe personal injury or death.
WARNING
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in
minor personal injury.
CAUTION
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14. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
15. Clean the outer surfaces with a soft damp cloth only after unplugging the slow
cooker from the mains supply.
16. Any appliance that has been dropped or damaged should not be used until
examined by an authorised service center.
17. Do not permit the mains supply cord or plug to touch hot objects or allow the
power cord to lay across the slow cooker.
18. This appliance is deemed for use indoors only.
19. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents. The outside surface may be
wiped clean with a soft, damp cloth and dried thoroughly. If necessary, a mild
dishwashing detergent may be applied to the cloth but not directly applied to the
slow cooker.
20. This slow cooker can be used by children aged from 8 years old and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or metal capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use
of the slow cooker in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
21. Children should not play with the slow cooker.
22. Your slow cooker should not be unattended while in use.
23. This slow cooker should not be used in a commercial environment such as a
restaurant, hotel or hostel dining room.
24. Always use this slow cooker with a power outlet of the voltage (A.C. only) marked
on the base of the slow cooker.
25. Do not use slow cooker for any purpose other than its intended use.
26. Do not place your slow cooker on or near a hot gas e, electric element,
heated oven or any hot surface.
27. Do not place your slow cooker on top of any other appliance.
28. Do not allow the power cord of this slow cooker to hang over the edge of a table
or bench top.
29. Always use oven mitts when handling the non-stick pot during or after use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
POWER SUPPLY CORD
1. Do not attempt to modify the power cord or plug in any way.
2. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled
in or tripping over a longer cord.
3. If the power supply cord is too short, do not use an extension cord. Have a
ceman install an outlet near the appliance.
NOTE: Neither Westinghouse nor the retailer can accept any liability for damage
to the product or personal injury resulting due to failure to observe the electrical
connection procedures.
INSTALLATION GUIDE
1. Carefully unpack your electric slow cooker.
2. Carefully remove packaging around the slow cooker and power cord. Do not
remove warning labels.
3. Wash the non-stick pot and lid before use.
DANGER: Do not under any circumstances immerse the slow cooker body, mains
cord or mains plug in water or any other liquid.
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TEMPERATURE CONTROL PANEL
1. HIGH
Select this setting for faster cooking
times.
2. LOW
(Recommended) as the slower
cooking times helps to further
tenderise.
3. WARM
Keep foods warm and ready for
serving.
1. Tempered glass lid allows viewing and monitoring of foods without the need to
lift the lid.
2. Removable non-stick pot maintains and distributes heat evenly.
3. Cool touch handles and knobs kcool.
4. Oval shape accommodates larger cuts of meat and family sized meals.
5. 3 setting control panel for easy operation.
PARTS AND FEATURES
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SLOW COOKER OPERATION
1. Before st use, the non-stick pot and tempered glass lid must be cleaned.
Wash the non-stick pot and lid with hot water and mild detergent. Rinse with
fresh water and dry thoroughly. Your slow cooker is now ready for use.
2.
3. Re-insert non-stick pot into slow cooker body.
Ensure temperature control panel switch is set to off.
4. Plug the power cord into the power outlet and switch on.
5. Add meal ingredients into the non-stick pot.
6. Place tempered glass lid back onto your slow cooker.
7. Turn the temperature control panel knob to the desired temperature setting.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. The body of the slow cooker may become hot during use. Do not touch.
STOVE TOP SEARING
The non-stick pot supplied with your slow cooker is suitable for stove top use
excluding induction. Remove the non-stick pot from the slow cooker body,
add ingreditents into the pot and place on your stove top to sear. Once searing
has been completed, place the non-stick pot back into the slow cooker body and
select the desired function.
2. Do not use the side handles to move slow cooker if full of liquids / foods.
Remove the non-stic
k pot from the body and move both items separately.
3. Always use oven mitts when handling the non-stick pot during or after use.
4. Do not under any circumstances immerse the slow cooker body, mains cord
or mains plug in water or any other liquid.
5. Do not ovow cooker with liquid as it may over-boil or spill-over.
6. Do not operate the slow cooker without the non-stick pot inserted.
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COOKING TEMPERATURE & TIMES
ITEM RECOMMENDED TEMP
5 - 8 Hours
TIME
3 - 5 Hours
4 - 5 Hours
2 - 4 Hours
3 - 5 Hours
Roasts / Large
meat cuts
Stews /
Casseroles
Soups
Fish
Chicken Breast /
Thighs
Desserts
LOW
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH 1 - 2 Hours
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Fantastic recipes for this product and many other Westinghouse
appliances can be found under the recipe section at:
www.westinghousesmallappliances.com.au
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CLEANING & CARE
CLEANING
1.
DANGER: Do not under any circumstances immerse the power cord, mains
plug or slow cooker body in water or any other liquid.
2. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents. The outside surface may be
wiped clean with a soft, damp cloth and dried thoroughly. If necessary, a mild
dishwashing detergent may be applied to the cloth but not directly applied to the
slow cooker.
3. Allow the slow cooker to cool thoroughly after using. Exposing the non-stick
pot or lid to water whilst hot could cause warping and/or damage.
4. Once cooled, the non-stick pot with water and allowing it to soak will
assist in the removal of tough baked on particles.
5. When washing, non-abrasive cloths and plastic bristle kitchen brushes may be
used to remove stubborn food particles from the non-stick pot and lid. Do not
use abrasive cloths and cleaning materials as they will damage the surface.
6. Ensure non-stick pot and lid are dried thoroughly after cleaning and placed
back into the slow cooker body. Store in a dry place away from steam and
humidity where possible.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
If the slow cooker fails to operate:
1. Check to make sure the slow cooker is plugged in correctly and securely. If it is
not, remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and plug it back in securely.
2. Check for a blown or tripped circuit breaker in your home. If these seem to be
working correctly, test another appliance in the same outlet to ensure the outlet
is working correctly.
IF NONE OF THE ABOVE SOLVES THE PROBLEM, DO NOT TRY TO ADJUST OR
REPAIR THE SLOW COOKER YOURSELF.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
In the event you believe your slow cooker to be defective, please return it along with
your sales receipt to the place of purchase for resolution.
For any enquiries, please call our service center on: Tel: 1300 883 109
Mon-Fri 8:00am – 5:00pm WST
TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshoot your problem by using the chart below. If the slow cooker s
till does not
operate correctly, it may be defective.
Slow cooker does
not turn on.
TROUBLE
Slow cooker is not
plugged in.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Check that slow cooker is
plugged into a working
power outlet and turned on.
POSSIBLE REMEDY
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LIMITED WARRANTY
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b.) Make note of the defects reported by the Owner.
c.) Take back the defective goods from the owner and determine within a
reasonable time through dialogue with the Seller whether the goods are
defective.
d.) Advise the owner within a reasonable time frame whether it accepts or
rejects the Product claim.
e.) If the Seller accepts the return of the Product, the Seller must arrange to have
i) The Product repaired or,
ii) Replace the damaged or faulty Product or,
iii) Refund the purchase price.
8. The Seller will not accept any returned Product which has not been returned
strictly in accordance with this Warranty.
9. For the purpose of this Warranty:
a.) Australian Consumer Law means the law as set out in Schedule 2 of the
Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth).
b.) Consumer means the Purchaser of goods from the seller.
c.) Consumer means a Consumer as that term is set out in section 3 of the
Australian Consumer Law.
d.) Consumer Guarantees means the guarantees under the Australian Consumer
Law.
e.) Implied terms means any guarantees, conditions, warranties or other terms
implied by any Australian Commonwealth, State or Territory laws, (excluding
the Australian Consumer Law) or the law of any other jurisdiction.
f.) Owner has the meaning set out in clause 3.
g.) Warranty means this warranty.
h.) Product means the Product/s bought by the Owner from the Seller that fall
under this warranty.
i.) Warranty Period means:
i) In relation to Cast Iron Cookware: 3 Year Limited Warranty.
ii) In relation to Non-Stick Cookware: 3 Year Limited Warranty
iii) In relation to Cooking Utensils: 3 Year Limited Warranty
iv) In relation to Knives/Knife Block Sets: 3 Year Limited Warranty
v) In relation to Stainless Steel Cookware: 10 Year Limited Warranty
vi) In relation to Chopping boards: 1 Year Limited Warranty
vi) In relation to Small Appliances: 1 Year Limited Warranty
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