LAKELAND 27218 (01) PDF Document

The LAKELAND 27218 features a tempered glass lid with a handle, an aluminium cooking pot, and a base unit with handles. It is equipped with a control dial containing an LED display, Delay/timer button, Increase/Decrease buttons, and a Power button. The control icons include Delay, High, Low, and Warm settings.

When using the LAKELAND 27218, ensure the appliance is used on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface. Do not place the cooking pot or glass lid in an oven or microwave, and do not use the cooking pot on any hob type. Always use oven gloves when lifting the cooking pot or removing the lid, as surfaces get very hot. Never put food directly into the slow cooker base; always use the cooking pot. Ensure the appliance is unplugged and cooled before cleaning.

Unpack the slow cooker and remove all packaging materials. Wipe the outside of the slow cooker with a clean, damp cloth. Wash the lid and cooking pot in hot, soapy water, rinse, and dry thoroughly. The cooking pot is hand wash only, while the glass lid is dishwasher safe. Ensure all parts are clean and dry before placing the cooking pot inside the base unit. You may notice a slight burning smell when switching it on for the first time; this is normal for a new heating element and will stop after a few uses.

The LAKELAND 27218 has three temperature settings. The final temperature of the food is approximately between 79ºC-93ºC regardless of the setting, but the time taken to reach this varies. Below is a guide to the settings:

Plug in the appliance; it will beep and show “—-“. Press the MODE button to select LOW, HIGH, or WARM. The corresponding icon will illuminate. To set the time, press the DELAY/TIMER button so the time flashes, then use the increase or decrease arrow buttons to adjust in 30-minute increments. Once set, press the POWER button to begin cooking. The LED dot by the selected function will stop flashing once the program starts.

First, choose the cooking mode and time. Then, press the DELAY/TIMER button again until the delay icon illuminates and flashes. Use the increase or decrease arrow buttons to set the delay time (default is 4 hours, range is 30 minutes to 10 hours). Press the POWER button to start. The device will count down the delay time first, then switch to the cooking time.

Yes. The slow cooker automatically enters standby mode if no buttons are pressed within 60 seconds. To power off manually, long press the POWER button for 2 seconds. The appliance also features a power-off memory function; if power is lost, it will remember the working state for 2 hours and resume the program when power is restored.

Cut meat and vegetables into similar-sized pieces for even cooking. Root vegetables take longer to cook than meat, so chop them smaller and place them at the bottom of the pot. Brown meat on a hob before adding it to the slow cooker for better flavour. Defrost frozen meat thoroughly before cooking. Ensure there is enough liquid to cover ingredients (approx. 2cm above). Fish and seafood should be added near the end of the cooking time.

Recipes require far less liquid in a slow cooker; reduce liquid by half compared to hob recipes. Reduce salt, as flavours are enhanced. You do not need to bring food to a boil first; simply set to low. Regarding timing conversions:

If recipe suggests 15-30 minutes on hob: Cook up to 2 hours on High.

If recipe suggests 30-45 minutes on hob: Cook up to 4 hours on High.

If recipe suggests 2-3 hours on hob: Cook up to 6 hours on High.

Slow cooking keeps in liquid. Remove the lid from the slow cooker and cook on the high setting for 30 minutes. Next time reduce the liquid in your recipe by half.

The vegetable pieces are too large. Next time cut the vegetables into smaller pieces. Place them on the bottom of the slow cooker and the meat on top.

The meat has been cooked from raw with the other ingredients in the slow cooker. Brown the meat off before adding to the slow cooker to enhance appearance and flavour.

Reduced liquid and the long slow cooking time can make dish flavours develop more and seem saltier. Reduce the amount of salt used in the recipe.

Fresh herbs can overcook because of the long cooking time. Use dried herbs at the beginning of the cooking process. Add fresh herbs near the end to retain flavour.

If a fault occurs, the appliance will beep 10 times and show one of the following codes:

E1: Bottom sensor short circuit

E2: Short circuit

E5: Over heated

If these appear, immediately pull out the plug from the power socket.

Unplug the slow cooker and allow it to cool completely. Wipe the outer surfaces with a clean damp cloth; never immerse the base in water. Wash the cooking pot and lid in hot, soapy water. The cooking pot is hand wash only, but the glass lid is dishwasher safe. Do not use abrasive cleaners or steel wool. Always use plastic, wooden, or silicone spatulas to protect the non-stick coating.