Black & Decker SL100 - Manual (Page 2)

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following.
■ Read all instructions.
■ Do not touch hot surfaces. Use potholders when removing cover or handling
hot containers.
■ To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or base unit in
water or other liquid.
■ Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.
■ Unplug from outlet when not in use. Allow to cool before cleaning.
■ Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the
appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or
electrical or mechanical adjustment. Or, call the appropriate toll-free number
listed on the cover of this manual.
■ The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injury.
■ 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
food, water, or other hot liquids.
■ Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
■ Lift and open cover carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water to drip into
unit.
■ To disconnect, turn control to Off, then remove plug from wall outlet.
■ Bowl containers are designed for use with this appliance only. They must
never be used on a range top. Do not set a hot container on a wet or cold
surface. Do not use a cracked Bowl container. Avoid sudden temperature
changes, such as adding refrigerated foods into a heated Bowl.
■ Plug into a standard AC electrical outlet. Do not use any other electrical
outlet.
■ This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. Use for anything other than
intended will void the warranty.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
POLARIZED PLUG (120V Models Only)
This appliance has a polarized plug—one blade is wider than the other. As a safety
feature, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
into the outlet, reverse it and try again. If it still does not fit, contact an electrician Do not
attempt to defeat this safety feature.
TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW
This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the
bottom cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the
bottom cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only
by authorized service personnel.
ELECTRICAL CORD
The cord of this appliance was selected to reduce the possibility of tangling in or
tripping over a longer cord. If more length is needed, use an Underwriters Laboratories
(UL)-Listed, NOM, or appropriate agency-approved extension cord rated no less than 15-
amperes and 120 volts or 6 amperes 220 volts. When using an extension cord, do not let
it drape over the working area or dangle where someone could accidentally trip over it.
Handle cord carefully for longer life; avoid jerking or straining it at outlet and appliance
connections.
Before First Use
1. Carefully unpack the Slow Cooker.
2. Wash the Stoneware Bowl and Glass Lid in warm, soapy water. Rinse well and dry
thoroughly.
3. Wipe the interior and exterior surfaces of the Base with a soft, moist cloth to remove
dust particles that may have collected during packing and handling. NEVER IMMERSE
THE BASE, CORD OR PLUG IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
† 1. Glass Lid (175813-01)
2. Handles
† 3. Stoneware Bowl (inner pot) (175811-00)
4. Base
5. 4-Position Control Dial
(Auto/Off/High/Keeps Warm)
6. Signal Light
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† Consumer replaceable
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