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    sl o w co oker Model Number 169200 UPC: 681131692007 Customer Assistance 1 877 207 0923 (US) 1 877 556 0973 (Canada) Thank you for purchasing this GE appliance. In keeping with the GE ecomagination initiative, please consider the option to recy cle the packaging material and donate the appliance you are no longer using. To r ead more about GE'[...]

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    IMP OR T ANT S AFEGU ARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should alw ays be followed to prevent the risk of fir e, electric shock , burns, or other injuries or damages. • Read all instructions before use. • Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles. • To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cor d, plug, or [...]

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    ADDITIONAL S AFEGU ARDS This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONL Y . DO NO T OPERA TE APPLIANCE IF THE LINE CORD SHOWS ANY DAMAGE OR IF APPLIANCE WORKS INTERMIT TENTL Y OR STOPS WORKING ENTIREL Y . EX TENSION CORDS A shor t power-supply cord is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Lon[...]

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    P AR TS 1. Lid handle 2. T empered glass lid with gasket 3. Lid lock 4. Non-stick insert handles 5. Non-stick insert 6. Base unit 7. Base unit handle 8. R etractable cord 9. P olarized plug 10. LCD 11. temp button 12. timer button 13. Arrow button 14. 8 preset programs button 15. Arrow button 16. Power button t emp timer p r eset 4 14 1 temp timer [...]

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    5 ILL USTRA TIONS a b c e f d h i g k l CAUTION: PRECAUCION: ATTENTION: temp j 169200-IM-EN-07.indd 5 08.06.2009 10:53:50[...]

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    6 ILL USTRA TIONS temp timer preset m n o 169200-IM-EN-07.indd 6 08.06.2009 10:53:52[...]

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    OPERA TION Before fi rs t use • Unpack the slow cooker and remove all packaging material. Caref ully unpack the non-stick insert (5) . • Clean the tempered glass lid (2) , non-stick insert (5) and base unit (6) ( Cleaning ). NOTE: For the first use, fill the non-stick inser t (5) with 3 cups of water and let the slow cooker run for 30 minute[...]

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    OPERA TION Chan ging tem peratur e and time bef ore cooki ng • Press temp (11) repeatedly. The temperature setting will switch in the following order: Press temp Setting Default time 1 time low (slow cooking) 06:00 hours 2 times warm (keeping food warm) 03:00 hours 3 times high (faster cooking) 04:00 hours • Press timer (12) . Increase or decre[...]

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    OPERA TION Chan ging tem peratur e and time d uring cook ing • Press temp (11) during cooking. The temperature setting will switch in the following order: Press temp Setting 1 time low (slow cooking) 2 times warm (keeping food warm) 3 times high (faster cooking) The icons ‘ low ’ , ‘ warm ’ or ‘ high ’ are flashing during setting; th[...]

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    OPERA TION CAUTION: When lifting the temper ed glass lid (2) , hot steam may cause serious injuries. Always lift the tempered glass lid so that the steam is diverted away from you. Let the condensed hot water drip into the non-stick insert ( ill. e ). T ran spor t food For easy transport of food you should lock the tempered glass lid (2) on top of [...]

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    OPERA TION The following preset modes are av ailable: Mode Name Temp . / Time Description Examples 1 Traditional 1. high 1 hr . 2. low 8 hrs Strong short heat followed by a long cooking time with low temperature. Pot Roast-Soups- Stews-Ham 2 Slow and Low low 8 hrs. Long slow cook time to allow for hard beans to soften & seasonings to mellow . C[...]

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    T IP S & T R IC K S • Du rin g sl ow c ook ing liq uid s do not boi l aw ay . Be gin wit h a sma ll a mou nt o f li qui d an d ad d mor e dur ing the co okin g pr oce ss wh en nee ded . If th er e is too much liqu id at th e en d o f the co oki ng pr oce ss, s et the s low co oke r to hig h . Co ok on th is set tin g to re duc e th e l iqu id[...]

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    RECIPES Pres et 1: T radition al Ital ian Pot R oast Preset 1, Traditional 1 medium onion, diced 2 stalks celery, sliced 2 carrots, sliced 1 (3 to 4-pound) beef rump roast Salt and pepper , to taste 1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce Place onion, celery and carrots in slow cooker . Place roast on top; season r oast with salt and pepper . Pour spaghe[...]

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    14 RECIPES Fam ily F avori te Pot Roast an d Veget ables Preset 1, Traditional 1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges 1 (3 to 4-pound) beef rump roast 1 package (1 ounce) brown gravy mix 1 tablespoon dry minced garlic 1 teaspoon pepper 2 pounds new potatoes 2 carrots, sliced Salt , to taste 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 cup beef broth or water Plac[...]

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    15 RECIPES Heartland Style Pork R oast with V egetables Preset 1, Traditional 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 (3 to 4-pound) boneless pork loin roast 3 to 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces 2 cups baby carrots Salt and pepper 1 medium onion, sliced thick 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce (preferably a sweeter v ariety such as KC Masterpiece Orig[...]

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    16 RECIPES Hunga rian Beef in Cr eamy P aprika Sa uce Preset 1, Traditional 2 pounds beef stew meat 1 large onion, chopped 1 jar (12 ounces) roasted red peppers, drained and chopped 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained 1/4 cup red wine 2 tablespoons paprika (preferably Hungarian sweet paprika) 2 teaspoons dry minced garlic 1/4 teaspoon sal[...]

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    17 RECIPES Pres et 2: Slow and L ow All Time F avori te Chil i Preset 2, Slow and Low 2 1/2 pounds ground beef 1 large onion, chopped 3 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon dry minced garlic 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup ketchup 1 jar (8 ounces) picante sauce or salsa (mild or medium) 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrain[...]

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    18 RECIPES Spaghetti Sauce Preset 2, Slow and Low 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage, browned and drained 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley 1 tablespoon dry minced garlic 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 bay leaves 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes 1 can [...]

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    19 RECIPES Pres et 3: Soup an d Stew Chi cken and V e getab le Soup Preset 3, Soup and Stew 1 to 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1 medium onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 1 stalk celery, chopped 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained 1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth 1/2 cup water 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves 1 teaspoon dry[...]

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    20 RECIPES Asian Ch icken Soup Preset 3, Soup and Stew 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes 1 cup sliced celery (approximately 3 large stalks) 1 cup sliced carrots (appro ximately 3 medium) 6 green onions, chopped (white and green parts) 1 cup sliced mushrooms 6 cups chicken broth 1 teaspoon dry minced garlic 1/4 cup li[...]

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    21 RECIPES South Americ an Inspi red Beef Stew Preset 3, Soup and Stew 2 pounds beef stew meat 3 to 4 potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks 1 onion, chopped 1 carrot , cut into 1-inch pieces 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes 1 tablespoon dry minced garlic 2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon crushed red peppe[...]

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    22 RECIPES T uscan Beef and Bean Sou p Preset 3, Soup and Stew 1 pound ground beef , browned and drained 2 carrots, chopped 2 potatoes, chopped 1 onion, chopped 1 stalk celery, chopped 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) beef broth 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon c[...]

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    23 RECIPES Pres et 4: Chicken a nd Poultry A z tec Chick en Preset 4, Chicken and Poultry 1 cup chopped red onion 1 1/2 pounds boneless, sk inless chicken breast halves 1 jalapeno pepper , seeded and minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undraine[...]

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    24 RECIPES Basil Ch icken w ith Pasta Preset 4, Chicken and Poultry 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained 1/2 cup chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup white wine 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 8 ounces penne[...]

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    25 RECIPES Pres et 5: Dips and Appet izer T ang y Meatballs Preset 5, Dips and Appetizers 1 package (28 ounces) frozen prepar ed meatballs 1 jar (12 ounces) chili sauce 1 jar (12 ounces) red currant jelly 1/2 cup chopped red or green bell pepper 1 tablespoon rice or cider vinegar 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon crushed [...]

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    26 RECIPES Spicy Lil’ Fr anks Preset 5, Dips and Appetizers 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup ketchup 1/2 cup barbecue sauce 1/2 cup bourbon 4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 2 packages (16 ounces each) cocktail franks Combine all ingredients, except cock tail franks in slow cooker ; stir to blend well. Stir in franks. Cover and co[...]

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    27 RECIPES Pres et 6: T enderize Low ‘ n Slow Pull ed Pork Preset 6, T enderize 1 (4-pound) boneless pork shoulder or Boston Butt roast 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon dry minced garlic 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup ketchup 3 tablespoon cider vinegar 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce Pla[...]

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    28 RECIPES Slow an d Smoky Brisk et Preset 6, T enderize 1 (3 1/2 to 4 1/2-pound) beef brisket 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt 2 tablespoons celery seeds 1 teaspoon black pepper 2 teaspoons liquid smoke Place brisket on a large piece of aluminum foil. Sprinkle both sides of meat with seasoned salt , celery seeds and black pepper ; pressing with hands[...]

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    29 RECIPES Pres et 7 : Bake Lemon Bl ueberr y Poppy Seed Loaf Preset 7, Bake 1 package (15.8 ounces) Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin and Quick Bread Mix with Lemon Glaze Pouch (plus ingredients as r equired for preparing mix) 1 cup fresh blueberries 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour Prepare muffin mix according to package directions for muffins. Toss blue[...]

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    30 RECIPES Choco late Almond P ound Cak e Preset 7, Bake 1 package (18.25 ounces) double chocolate muffin mix 1 cup water 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Glaze: 1/2 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 2 to 3 teaspoons milk 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Line the bottom of 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or wax[...]

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    31 CLE ANING Proper maintenance will ensure years of ser vice from your appliance. Clean the appliance after every use. This appliance contains no user serviceable par ts and requires little maintenance. Leave servicing or repairs to a qualified personnel. • Always unplug the appliance and let the base unit (6) , non-stick insert (5) and tempere[...]

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    CUST OMER ASSIST ANCE If you have a claim under this warranty, please call our Customer Assistance Number . For faster service, please have the model number and pr oduct name ready for the operator to assist y ou. This number can be found on the bottom of your appliance and on the front page of this manual. Model Number : __________________ Product[...]