West Bend L5260 - User Manual

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CROCKERY COOKERS
5-6 Quart Crockery Slow Cookers
L5260
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TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
AND WARNINGS IN THIS CARE AND USE INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
CARE and USE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS - When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed including the following:
 Read all instructions before using.
 With slow cooker set at the Off position, plug cord into wall outlet. After cooking
and serving, turn slow cooker Off and unplug from wall outlet. Do not leave slow
cooker plugged in when it is not being used.
 Slow cooker should always be unplugged before cleaning.
 Do not let cord touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of table, counter, or surface
area.
 The slow cooker, its cord and plug should not be used outdoors, immersed in liquid,
placed near a hot gas or electric burner, or placed in a heated oven.
 Do not touch slow cooker pot, cover or electric heating base when they are hot. Use
hot pads on handles when lifting or carrying. Be very careful when moving cooker if
it contains hot liquid. Let cool before pouring out.
 Supervise closely when cooker is being used by or near children.
 Use your cooker only for the cooking tasks described in this booklet. Do not use
attachments with your slow cooker unless recommended by The West Bend Company
 Do not use your slow cooker if it or its cord have been damaged or if it is not
working properly. Return your slow cooker to The West Bend Company for
examination and/or repair.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS-Your slow cooker needs no special care other than
cleaning. If servicing becomes necessary, return your slow cooker to The West Bend
Company. See Warranty section in this booklet for service details. Do not attempt to repair
it yourself.
For household use only.
Electric Cord Statement - Your slow cooker has a short cord as a safety precaution to
prevent personal injury or property damage resulting from pulling, tripping or becoming
entangled with the cord. Do not allow children to be near or use this slow cooker without
close adult supervision. If you must use a longer cordset or an extension cord when using
this slow cooker, the cord must be arranged so it will not drape or hang over the edge of a
countertop, tabletop or surface area where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
To prevent electric shock, personal injury or fire, the electrical rating of the extension cord
you use must be the same or more than the wattage of the appliance (wattage is marked on
underside of the base).

Summary

Important Safeguards

Safety and Operation Guidelines

Polarized Plug Safety

Explains the appliance's polarized plug feature and its safe usage.

Stoneware Cooking Pot Care

Tips and precautions to prevent damage to the stoneware cooking pot.

Glass Cover Safety Precautions

Safeguards to prevent breakage and injury from the glass cover.

Use and Care Instructions

Initial Cleaning

Steps for cleaning the slow cooker components before first use.

Operating the Slow Cooker

Instructions on how to use the slow cooker settings and cooking process.

Slow Cooking Tips

Advice for optimal results and techniques during slow cooking.

Cleaning After Use

Procedures for cleaning the stoneware pot and heating base after cooking.

Warranty and Replacement Parts

Ninety-Day Limited Warranty

Details of the manufacturer's warranty coverage and limitations.

Ordering Replacement Parts

Information and instructions for ordering replacement parts.

West Bend L5260 Specifications

General

Brand	West Bend
Model	L5260
Category	Slow Cooker
Language	English