Gourmia GSC517 4.5-QT Programmable Slow Cooker User Manual

Unpack the slow cooker and remove all packaging materials.
Wash the ceramic insert, lid, and any accessories in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Using Your Slow Cooker:

Place the ceramic insert into the base unit.
Add your ingredients to the ceramic insert.
Select the desired cooking mode using the control panel.
Set the cooking time and temperature according to your recipe.
Press start to begin cooking.

Cleaning & Maintenance:

Allow the slow cooker to cool completely before cleaning.
Remove the ceramic insert and lid for easy cleaning.
Wash the ceramic insert, lid, and accessories in warm, soapy water.
Dry all components thoroughly before reassembling.

FAQ:

Q: Can I use the slow cooker for other purposes besides cooking?
A: No, the slow cooker is intended for cooking purposes only. Do not use it for any other functions.
Q: How do I set the delay start function on the slow cooker?
A: To set the delay start, program the desired start time using the control panel before starting the cooking process.

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Congratulations on the purchase of your Slow Cooker from Gourmia!
Here at Gourmia, our one and only goal is to make sure nutritious and delicious meals are always a practical possibility no matter how fast-paced your life is. Whether you’re in need of a hearty breakfast, a mid-day snack, or a satisfying supper, our dependable, easy-to-use appliances are designed to work for you while you work your way through your busy day.

This manual provides an overview and instructions on all the slow cooker’s functions and features, along with directions for assembling, operating, cleaning, and maintaining your appliance. Please read all safety instructions before getting started. Keep this manual handy for future use and review.

Our team is available to help with any and every question you might have about your new slow cooker. We’re excited for you and want you to get the most out of your purchase—so whether you need assistance with setup or guidance on which features to enable for which foods, we’re happy to walk you through it, step by step.

Happy and easy cooking!
We’d love to hear about the delicious meals you’re creating! Share your thoughts, recipes, and photos with us.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Read all instructions before using the electric appliance.

For household use only.
The following basic precautions should always be followed:

This appliance is not intended for use by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have supervision.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be done by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised..
Do not place the appliance against a wall or against other appliances. Leave at least 6 inches of free space on the back and sides and 6 inches of free space above the appliance. Do not place anything on top of the appliance.
Do not place on or near wet surfaces, on a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water, unplug it from the wall outlet immediately. Do not reach into the water!
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Consumer Service.
Spilled food can cause serious burns. To avoid burns, keep appliance and cord away from children. Never drape cord over edge of counter. Never use outlet below counter.
Never use with an extension cord.
This appliance is intended for household countertop use only. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
To protect against damage or electric shock, do not cook in the base unit. Cook only in the ceramic insert provided.
Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated foods into a heated ceramic insert.
Never use the ceramic insert on a gas or electric cooktop, in a heated oven, or on an open flame.
Do not use ceramic insert or tempered glass lid if chipped, cracked, or severely scratched.
This appliance generates heat during use. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Use potholders when removing lid or handling hot containers.
Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
The slow cooker lid is made of tempered glass. Always inspect the lid for chips, cracks or any other damage. Do not use the lid if it is damaged, as it may shatter during use.
Use caution when opening the lid during or after a cooking cycle. Escaping steam can cause burns.
Never attempt to lift or carry this appliance by the lid handle. Always use the handles located at each side on the base of the appliance.
Do not lock the lid while cooking. Locking the lid while cooking may lead to glass breakage, which can cause injuries.
The heating base is subject to residual heat from cooking cycle. Do not touch heating base immediately after removing stoneware. Allow to cool before handling.
To disconnect, press the power icon, then unplug power cord from outlet. Do not disconnect by pulling on cord.
Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
Do not use outdoors or for commercial purposes.

Electrical Polarized Plug
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, the plug is intended to be used by inserting it into the electrical outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit securely into the outlet, reverse the plug and re-insert. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician for assistance. Do not modify the plug in any way.

POWER AC120V~ 60HZ 210W

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Know Your Slow Cooker

Control Panel / Display

Before First Use

Remove all packaging from the slow cooker. Safely discard.
Wash the ceramic pot and glass lid in warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly.
Place the slow cooker on a dry, stable, level, and heat-resistant surface
WARNING:
- DO NOT put anything on top of the slow cooker.
- DO NOT place the slow cooker against a wall or other appliances. To allow for proper ventilation, leave at least 6 inches of free space above and around all sides of the slow cooker.
- NEVER place the slow cooker on any cooking surface, including gas or electric cooktops, even if the surface is cool / turned off.
Place the ceramic pot inside the heating base.
It is necessary to run an initial 30-minute cycle with water before cooking in the slow cooker.
Pour 4 cups of water into the ceramic pot. Cover with the glass lid.
Plug the slow cooker into a power outlet. The slow cooker will beep, and the power icon will pulse on the control panel.
Tap the power icon.
Tap MODE to choose the HIGH heat setting. The default time, 4 hrs., will show on the display.
Press and hold the minus icon to change the time to 30 minutes.
Tap START / STOP to start cooking. The cooking time will count down on the display.
When the cooking time reaches 00:00, the slow cooker will beep, and the display will show End (End). Press the power icon then unplug the slow cooker. Allow the unit to cool completely.
Wearing oven mitts, carefully remove the glass lid. Remove the ceramic pot from the heating base and pour out the water.
Rinse the ceramic pot, dry thoroughly, and place back inside the heating base.

Using Your Slow Cooker

. Place food inside ceramic pot and cover with glass lid.
WARNING: The ceramic pot CANNOT withstand the shock of sudden temperature changes. If the pot is hot, DO NOT add cold food. Before cooking frozen food, add warm liquid.
Plug the slow cooker into a power outlet and tap the power icon.
Tap MODE until the desired heat setting (High, Low, or Warm) or preset (Braise, Chicken, Meat, Soup, Beans) is blinking on the control panel.
WARNING:
- DO NOT cook on the WARM setting. WARM is ONLY for maintaining already cooked food at serving temperature until you are ready to eat.
4A.If you selected a heat setting or BRAISE: tap the plus or minus icons to adjust cooking time from 30 minutes to 24 hours.
- 4B..If you selected a preset: tap the plus or minus icons to switch between the default cooking times and heat settings.
Tap START / STOP to start cooking. The cooking time will count down on the display.
When the time reaches 00:00, the slow cooker will beep, and the display will show End (END).

Auto Keep Warm
When the cooking time has elapsed, the slow cooker will automatically switch to the KEEP WARM setting. The keep warm time will count up on the display. Tap START / STOP to cancel keep warm.

Using Delay Start

WARNING:
When using Delay Start, NEVER leave food out of refrigeration for over 2 hours even if food is inside the ceramic pot.

Follow steps 1-5 in Using Your Slow Cooker on page 10.
Tap DELAY START. The delay start icon will appear on the display.
Tap the plus or minus icons to delay start time from 30 minutes to 24 hours.
Tap START / STOP. The timer will count down on the display.
When the timer reaches 00:00, the delay start icon will disappear from the display. Cooking will auto start, and cooking time will count down on the display.

Stop / Cancel Cooking

Tap START / STOP to stop cooking.
Tap START / STOP within three seconds to resume cooking. If Start / Stop is not pressed within three seconds, cooking will cancel.

Presets Chart

Preset	Time	Heat Setting
Braise
Default	8 hrs	Low
Range	30 min. – 24 hrs.	Low
Chicken
2 lbs.	4 hrs.	Low
4 lbs.	6 hrs.	High
Meat
2 lbs.	6 hrs.	Low
4 lbs	8 hrs.	High
Soup
8 cups	4 hrs.	Low
12 cups	6 hrs.	High
Beans
2 lbs.	4 hrs.	Low
4 lbs.	8 hrs.	High

Cooking Tips

Reduce the liquid in your recipe slightly. Slow cooking releases juices and condensation, which can sometimes lead to a thin or watery result. You can thicken your finished dish by adding a couple of tablespoons of cornstarch mixed with water and stirring it in during the last hour of cooking.
For best results, do not overfill the ceramic pot. To allow ingredients to simmer and prevent spillover, do not fill the ceramic pot higher than ¾ full.
Always cook with the glass lid on for the recommended time. To allow heat to efficiently build up, never remove the glass lid during the first two hours of cooking.

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Cleaning and Maintenance

WARNING:

Before cleaning any part of the slow cooker, ensure the exterior and interior of the slow cooker are completely cool.
ALWAYS unplug the slow cooker before cleaning.
DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, as they will damage the finish.

Cleaning

The ceramic pot and glass lid can be washed in the dishwasher or with hot, soapy water. A cloth, sponge, or rubber spatula will usually remove residue. To remove water spots and other stains, use a non-abrasive cleaner or vinegar.
CAUTION: The ceramic pot and glass lid WILL NOT withstand sudden temperature changes. DO NOT wash ceramic pot or glass lid with cold water when they are hot.
Clean the exterior of the heating base with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly.
WARNING: NEVER immerse the heating base in water or other liquid.

Guarantee and Service
If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit www.gourmia.com or contact your distributor.

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Warranty and Service

This is a one year Limited Warranty and requires proof of purchase from an authorized seller. It is applicable to the original purchaser only and is not transferable to a third party user. Repair or replacement of defective parts is solely at Gourmia’s discretion. In the event that repair isn’t possible, Gourmia will replace the product/part. If product repair/replacement won’t suffice, Gourmia has the option of refunding the cash value of the product or component returned.

Product defects not covered under the Warranty provisions include normal wear and damage incurred from use or accidental negligence, misuse of instruction specifications, or repair by unauthorized parties. Gourmia is not liable for any incidental or consequential damages incurred by such circumstances.

Only valid within the United States.
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Documents / Resources

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References

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