MW 6qt #63847 10/25/01 2:30 PM Page 1 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:63847: S! ROAST ! COOKS 6 Qt. Roaster Oven STEWS QUICK MEALS MEATS ! BAKES ROAST BEEF PORK POULTRY 300F 250F 350F 400F SLO-COOK MEALS SOUPS 200F 150F BAKE CAKES BISCUITS PASTRIES SERVE KEEP WARM STEAM FISH VEGETABLES CIRCLE OF HEAT ® S! STEAM 6-QT. (5,7 L) ROASTER OVEN USE/CARE AND RECIPE GUIDE KS! W COO SLO MW 6qt #63847 10/25/01 2:30 PM Page 2 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:63847: One Year Limited Warranty This appliance is warranted for one year from date of original purchase against defects in material and workmanship. This warranty does not cover transportation damage, misuse, accident or similar incident. This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Defective products may be returned, postage prepaid, with a description of the defect to: The Metal Ware Corporation 1700 Monroe Street Two Rivers, Wisconsin 54241-0237 1-800-288-4545 NESCO® and "Circle of Heat"® are registered trademarks of The Metal Ware Corporation. The Metal Ware Corporation 1700 Monroe St., P.O. Box 237 Two Rivers, WI 54241-0237 800-288-4545 FAX: 920-794-3164 Visit our Website at http://www.nesco.com ©2001 The Metal Ware Corporation Made in China. Printed in China. Service and genuine NESCO replacement parts may be obtained from the NESCO Factory Service Department. For service in warranty, follow instructions set forth in warranty. When ordering new parts, make sure you always mention the model number of the product, which is found on the bottom of the Roaster Oven. Important Safeguards When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. Always plug appliance cord into the wall outlet, then adjust temperature control to the desired temperature. To disconnect, turn control to off, then remove plug from wall outlet. 4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse this appliance,including cord and plug, in water or other liquid. MW 6qt #63847 10/25/01 2:30 PM Page 3 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:63847: 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool completely before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to NESCO Factory Service Department for examination, repair or adjustment. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause injuries. Do not use outdoors. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or hot liquids. Do not use appliance for other than its intended use, as described in this manual. Do not use metal scouring pads on the exterior surface of the Roaster Oven. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a shock hazard. longer cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally. 6 Qt. Guide Introducing the NESCO 6 Quart Roaster Oven. Now you are ready to discover more ways to make meals that are both healthful and delicious. And, you are now ready to experience first-hand the convenience and versatility of this compact portable electric cooking appliance. NESCO Roaster Ovens have a long tradition in family home cooking, beginning in the 1930's. Yet, very few cooking appliances can demonstrate that they are as up-to-date and useful today as they were in the past. NESCO Roaster Ovens have truly kept pace with cooking styles, preferences, occasions and family sizes. In a short time, you will see the many ways to use your 6 Qt. Roaster Oven. Its portability makes it a moveable main cooking appliance at some times, and a valued supplementary appliance at other times. Use it at home on your countertop in your kitchen (no more kitchen heat!) or in a covered patio, basement or garage or away from home in a cabin, RV or boat. Wherever you use your Roaster Oven, you can prepare a wide range of favorite foods in different ways ­baked, slow-cooked, roasted, steamed or poached. And serve your foods buffet style or at table-side, right in the Roaster Oven. Moist, good-tasting foods are yours because of NESCO's exclusive "CIRCLE OF HEAT"® construction. You'll taste the difference the first time you use your Roaster Oven. So, start cooking with NESCO. Explore all the ways to get the most out of this special home cooking appliance. Save These Instructions This Appliance Is For Household Use. A short cord is provided to reduce the hazard resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer cords and extension cords may be used if the marked electrical rating of the longer cord is at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, and if care is taken to arrange the 1 6 Qt. Roaster Oven MW 6qt #63847 10/25/01 2:30 PM Page 4 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:63847: Get To Know Your 6 Qt. Roaster Oven COVER. Heavy gauge high-profile aluminum Cover is designed to control heat and moisture efficiently. Two vent-holes are provided for air circulation. Note: When lifting the Cover, tilt it away to divert escaping steam. RACK. The removable chrome plated steel/non-stick Rack is designed for better baking and fat-free roasting. COOKWELL. The porcelain enamel or non-stick Cookwell has a full 6 quart capacity. It is removable for easy clean up in the dishwasher or sink, or food storage in the refrigerator. HEATWELL and BODY. The side of the 6 quart Roaster Oven contains the exclusive "CIRCLE OF HEAT"® element for even, moist cooking, plus the added advantage of thick insulation and a full range automatic oven temperature control. DO NOT PLACE FOOD DIRECTLY IN THE HEATWELL­ONLY THE COOKWELL. AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL. Regulates cooking temperature to maintain the dial setting in the Roaster Oven interior. TEMPERATURE GUIDE. The conveniently-placed guide gives recommended temperatures for slow cooking, roasting, baking, steaming and serving. 2. maximum setting (425ºF). Operate the Roaster Oven empty (without the Cookwell or Cover) for approximately 60 minutes, or until any odor or smoking disappear. Some smoke and odor are a normal part of "curing" the element and will not reoccur in cooking use. When curing is completed, turn the temperature control to its lowest setting, unplug the unit from the electrical outlet and allow to cool. Wash the Cover, Cookwell and Rack in warm sudsy water, then rinse and dry. Refer to complete cleaning instructions on next page. NON-STICK COOKWELL: When curing your Roaster Oven with a non-stick Cookwell, we recommend that it be operated WITHOUT THE COVER AND COOKWELL. Do this in a covered outside area or other well-ventilated area. After curing and cleaning, and before cooking in your non-stick Cookwell for the first time, lightly coat the interior of the Cookwell with vegetable oil. To Operate Your Roaster Oven 1. 2. Place the Cookwell into the Heatwell. Always use the Cookwell for food. NEVER PLACE FOOD DIRECTLY IN THE HEATWELL. Preheating is recommended. To preheat, place the Cookwell into the Heatwell and cover. Set the control dial to its minimum setting. Plug the cord into a 120 volt AC outlet. Reset the temperature control to desired temperature. Preheat 20 minutes. Carefully, using hot pads, add food to the Cookwell. The Rack may be used for baking or fat-free roasting. Other foods, such as soups and stews, are prepared without the Rack. Replace the Cover. Always cook with the Cover in place. If the Roaster Oven has not been preheated, turn the temperature control to its lowest setting. Plug the cord into a 120 volt AC outlet. How To Use And Care For Your 6 Qt. NESCO® Roaster Oven Before Using The First Time 1. Unpack your NESCO Roaster oven completely and REMOVE ALL PACKAGING MATERIAL AND INFORMATION LABELS. Place the Roaster Oven in a WELL VENTILATED AREA ON A HEAT RESISTANT SURFACE. Set the control dial to its minimum setting. Plug the cord into a 120 volt AC outlet. Return control to 3. 4. 5. 6 Qt. Roaster Oven 2 MW 6qt #63847 10/25/01 2:30 PM Page 5 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:63847: 6. Set the temperature control to the desired temperature. Fill the Cookwell with food as desired. Cook the food for the desired amount of time. When finished, turn the temperature control to its lowest setting and unplug the cord from the 120 volt outlet. Allow the Roaster Oven to cool and clean as recommended below. COOKWELL, COVER AND ACCUMULATED STEAM WILL BE HOT. USE CAUTION AND HOT PADS TO LIFT COVER OR REMOVE COOKWELL FROM HEATWELL. 4. Care And Cleaning 1. After the NESCO Roaster Oven has cooled, remove Cover, Rack (if used) and Cookwell. Wash in warm sudsy water or place in the dishwasher. CAUTION­do not put Cover in the dishwasher. PORCELAIN ENAMEL COOKWELL has a strong finish and provides easy cleaning and years of use. It will not stain and stays attractive, even when used often. However, it will chip if subjected to sharp blows or is mistreated. Water spots or mineral deposits (characterized by a white film on surface) may be removed with household vinegar or non-abrasive cleansers. NON-STICK COOKWELL is made of durable carbon steel. In order to maintain the non-stick surface, the use of rubber, plastic or wooden utensils is recommended. Avoid cutting food in the cookwell. Use of a non-stick spray on the interior surface is optional. Avoid storing items in the Cookwell which may scratch the surface. When roasting or baking at high temperatures, you may notice an irregular band of discoloration around the sidewalls of the Cookwell. This discoloration is characteristic of the super tough non-stick coating used on the interior of the Cookwell and in no way affects the 5. performance or durability of the finish. With continued use, the discoloration will become less noticeable. Cooked-on food may be removed by using a non-abrasive cleaning pad and non-abrasive cleansers. Do not use abrasive cleaners or steel wool as porcelain enamel or non-stick finish may scratch. Use a plastic scrubbing pad to remove stains or cooked-on foods, and also to clean the steel Rack. HINT: To easily remove baked-on food residue, place Cookwell in Heatwell; then fill Cookwell with hot water. Cover and heat at 350ºF for 30 minutes. Turn off and allow to cool completely. Wash cookwell as directed above. NEVER IMMERSE THE ROASTER OVEN IN WATER. To clean, wipe outside of Roaster Oven with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive cleansers on exterior surface. Helpful Hints PREHEAT ROASTER OVEN FOR 20 MINUTES. 2. ROAST · Roasting meat in your NESCO Roaster Oven keeps it moist and tender. For additional browning, you can add 1 tbsp. browning sauce to oil and brush over skin before roasting. · A 3 lb. to 4 lb. roast with bone is the maximum size suggested for the 6 Quart Roaster Oven. Larger roasts, especially with a bone, may be difficult to fit into the Cookwell. If meat and poultry are refrigerator cold, increase cooking time about one-half hour. If frozen, allow an additional 15 to 20 minutes per 1 lb. cooking time. · To sear meat: Preheat Roaster Oven at 425ºF. Add margarine. Cover, then sear meat for 5 to 10 minutes per side until lightly browned. Stir ground meat once. Time will vary depending on the quantity of meat. 3. 3 6 Qt. Roaster Oven MW 6qt #63847 10/25/01 2:30 PM Page 6 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:63847: COOK · Food may be placed in a cold or preheated Roaster Oven. Follow recipe directions for temperature settings. · Cut-up meats and vegetables should be of uniform size pieces. · Remember, little moisture escapes during slow cooking, so add additional liquid sparingly. BAKE · Use the Rack for baking. · A 7 inch pie plate just fits into the Cookwell. For the first half of the recommended baking time, wrap a foil band (2 in. x 27 in.) around the edge of the crust to prevent over-browning. · An 8.5 in. x 4.5 in. loaf pan will fit into the Cookwell. It's an excellent size for meatloaf and quick breads. Use caution when baking yeast bread loaves, during baking it is likely they'll rise close to the Cover and never brown. · The Rack can be covered with foil and used as a "mini" baking sheet for packaged biscuits or rolls. · A 1.5 quart casserole dish will fit into the Cookwell. Place it on the Rack for better heat circulation while it bakes. Cover only with the Roaster Oven Cover. · Many frozen foods, such as individual entrees (5 in. x 4 in. or slightly larger) can be bak ...