Breville VTP140 - Glass Slow Cooker Manual

product safety

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cord out of the reach of children aged less than 8 years.
Parts of the appliance are liable to get hot during use.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Always ensure that hands are dry before handling the plug or switching on the appliance.
Always use the appliance on a stable, secure, dry and level surface.
Allow adequate space above and on all sides for air circulation. Do not allow the appliance to touch any flammable material during use (such as curtains or wall coverings). Do not use under a wall cupboard. Care is required when using the appliance on surfaces that may be damaged by heat. The use of an insulated pad is recommended.
Ensure the appliance is switched off and unplugged from the supply socket after use and before cleaning.
Always allow the appliance to cool before cleaning or storing.
Use extreme caution when moving the appliance when it contains hot food or hot liquids.
Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped, if there are any visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
Never use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. This appliance is for household use only. Do not use this appliance outdoors
Never immerse any part of the appliance or power cord and plug in water or any other liquid.
Never let the power cord hang over the edge of a worktop, touch hot surfaces or become knotted, trapped or pinched.
This appliance must not be placed on or near any potentially hot surfaces (such as a gas or electric hob).
Do not touch the external surfaces of the appliance during use as they may become very hot. Use oven gloves or a cloth when removing the lid. Beware of escaping steam when removing the lid.
Never operate this appliance without liquid inside the glass bowl.
Never attempt to cook food on the base unit. The glass bowl must be used at all times.
Always switch the appliance off before removing the bowl from the base unit.
Always place the bowl on the base unit before switching the appliance on.
Never place the bowl while it is hot onto a very cold surface or into a fridge.
Never use the glass bowl in an oven. Only use the glass bowl on the base unit.

features

1. Glass lid
   The glass lid allows you to check cooking progress without having to remove it. Dishwasher safe.
2. Glass bowl
   The glass bowl distributes heat efficiently and evenly. Dishwasher safe.
3. Base unit
4. Illuminated ring
5. LOW selector button
   The low setting gently simmers the food for an extended period of time. It can also be used as a keep warm function which is useful whilst waiting to serve the meal.
6. HIGH selector button
   The high setting will speed up cooking. This is particularly useful when you need to cook food in less time.
7. AUTO selector button
   The auto setting will cook at a high temperature for approximately 60 minutes and then reduce automatically to a lower heat setting. By using this setting, your food quickly reaches a high temperature sealing in the flavour. Cooking will then continue on the low setting for the remaining cooking time resulting in food that is meltingly tender.
8. POWER button

Due to our policy of continuous improvement, the actual product may differ slightly from the one illustrated in these instructions.

using your device

Before first use

Make sure your glass slow cooker is switched off and unplugged from the mains supply socket before cleaning. Never immerse the base unit, cord or plug in water or any other liquid.

Before using your glass slow cooker for the first time, wash the glass lid and bowl in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use harsh abrasives, chemicals or oven cleaners. Using a damp cloth or sponge, wipe the base unit. Use a mild detergent solution.

Using your device

During use the glass lid and bowl will get very hot. Always handle with care and use oven gloves. Never operate your glass slow cooker without liquid inside the glass bowl. Never attempt to cook food on the base unit. The glass bowl must be used at all times. Always place the bowl on the base unit before switching the appliance on. Always check that the food is thoroughly cooked before serving. Never place the bowl while it is hot onto a very cold surface or into a fridge. Never use the glass bowl in an oven. Only use the glass bowl on the base unit.

Your glass slow cooker works by building up heat and maintaining an even temperature. For best results, leave the lid on throughout the cooking process unless the recipe requires you to add ingredients during cooking.

1. Add the prepared ingredients into the glass bowl. Don't overfill the bowl. We recommend not to fill it more than two thirds full.
   
2. Place the bowl into the recess in the base unit.
   
3. Place the lid onto the bowl.
   
4. Plug your glass slow cooker into a suitable mains supply. The POWER button will flash.
   
5. Press the POWER button to switch the unit on. The power button will stop flashing and the illuminated ring will light up.
6. Press the LOW, HIGH or AUTO button to select the desired cooking setting and start cooking.

Always switch the appliance off before removing the bowl from the base unit.

If you aren't going to serve your meal straight away, you can press the LOW button to help keep your meal warm until you serve the food.

1. When cooking is finished, press the POWER button. The button will flash and the illuminated ring will go out.
   
2. Unplug your slow cooker from the mains supply socket.
3. Using oven gloves, remove the lid. Angle the lid away from you as you remove it. This will allow any steam that has built up to escape safely away from your hands, arms and face.
   
4. Carefully lift the bowl off the base unit. Place the bowl onto a heat resistant surface. Don't place the bowl directly onto any surface that may be affected by heat. A trivet or an insulated pad is recommended. Never place the glass bowl while it is hot onto a very cold surface or into a fridge.
   

Boil dry protection

In rare cases, your glass slow cooker may boil dry. This can happen, for example, if insufficient liquid is added. Should this happen, the boil dry feature in your glass slow cooker will automatically switch the heater off to prevent any damage. The Power button will flash to show that the boil dry protection has operated. Allow your glass slow cooker to fully cool before removing the glass bowl. Once sufficiently cooled, the protection feature will reset itself and your glass slow cooker can be used as normal.

guide to slow cooking

Preparing recipes in advance

The glass bowl and lid can be used straight from the refrigerator. This allows you to prepare your evening meal the night before and store it in the refrigerator overnight. Simply prepare your ingredients, put them into the bowl, fit the lid and pop everything in the fridge until you are ready to cook.

To cook, place the bowl onto the base unit, press the POWER button then select the LOW, HIGH or AUTO setting. Although you can select any cooking setting, we recommend the AUTO setting for best results which will cook on HIGH for the first 60 minutes and then reduce to the LOW setting.
If you are using the LOW setting, you will need to extend the cooking time slightly when cooking straight from the fridge.

Adapting recipes for your device

This section is designed to help you adapt your favourite recipes so they can be cooked in your slow cooker. Many recipes can be converted to cooking in your slow cooker. Soups and stews, of course, are natural favourites. Casseroles and most meats benefit from the low temperatures and even cooking.

• Allow sufficient time for cooking.
• Do not add as much liquid as your recipe indicates. Generally, only half the amount of liquid specified in a standard recipe needs to be added. This is because the steam that is generated during cooking doesn't just boil away but adds to the cooking liquid giving your finished dish a much greater depth of flavour.
• Many of the steps in conventional recipes may be ignored. Because vegetables don't overcook, everything can go into your slow cooker at the same time. However, milk, cream or sour cream should be added during the last hour of cooking.

Cooking time guide

The table below shows suggested cooking times and settings when converting standard recipes for use in your glass slow cooker. Note that cooking times can be affected by whether your meat/poultry is boned or boneless and the quantity you are cooking. Always check that the food is thoroughly cooked before serving.

Preparing meat and poultry

When selecting meat, look for the leanest cuts. Trim any visible fat from the meat because the slow cooking process will result in too much liquid in the form of fat. If possible, use chicken without skin. For casserole style recipes, cut the meat into cubes, approximately 2.5cm (1").
Less tender cuts of meat are ideal to use in your slow cooker because the prolonged cooking periods make them tender and tasty. The table below shows suitable cuts.

Browning before cooking

Pre-browning meat and poultry prior to cooking seals in the moisture intensifies the flavour and provides more tender results. It also provides much richer flavours in other foods such as onions, peppers and leeks.

Pre-browning may take little extra time, and whilst not strictly necessary, the rewards are evident in the end result. To brown, use a non-stick pan on the stove. Use a minimal amount of oil. Without browning, some meat and poultry may appear bland when cooked in your slow cooker.

Pot roasting

Roasting in your slow cooker results in tender, flavoursome meats which are easy to slice. The long, covered, slow cooking process breaks down and softens the connective tissues within the meat, therefore the cheaper cuts of meat provide perfect results.

Once again, a minimal amount of liquid is required for pot-roasting. Raise the meat to be roasted on a bed of root vegetables so the meat is kept free of any fat released throughout the cooking process.

Preparing vegetables

A characteristic of slow cooking is that vegetables generally cook much slower than most meat. Most vegetables should be cut into small bite sized pieces and placed near to the sides and as close to the bottom of the glass bowl as possible. Meat should then be placed on top of the vegetables. Carrots should be peeled and placed where they will be completely covered by liquid. Frozen vegetables should be thawed before using.

Dried pulses

Certain conventional recipes may tell you to pre-soak and part cook dried pulses before using them. This is not always necessary when slow cooking because some pulses can be added at the beginning of cooking without pre-soaking. If you are in any doubt, always check the manufacturer's advice on the product packaging for guidance.

Pasta/rice

If a recipe requires pasta or rice, cook them first on a conventional stove until they are slightly tender. Then, add them to your glass slow cooker for the last 30 minutes of cooking. This will ensure that the pasta or rice isn't over cooked.

Milk and cream

Milk, cream and sour cream tend to break down during extended cooking. When possible, add during the last hour of cooking.

cleaning

Always unplug your glass slow cooker before cleaning it. Never immerse the base unit, mains lead or plug in water or any other liquid. Never use harsh abrasive cleaners or cleaning materials.

Before cleaning

• Ensure your glass slow cooker is switched off and unplugged at the mains supply.
• Allow all parts of your cooker to cool completely.

Cleaning the glass lid and bowl

• Remove the glass lid and bowl. Wash them in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• The glass lid and bowl can be washed in a dishwasher.
• To remove stubborn stains and foodstuff from the glass bowl, fill it half full with warm soapy water and leave it to soak. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Cleaning the base unit

The base unit can be wiped with a soft, damp cloth.

connection to the mains supply

This appliance must be earthed.

If the plug is not suitable for the socket outlets in your home, it can be removed and replaced by a plug of the correct type.
If the fuse in a moulded plug needs to be changed, the fuse cover must be refitted. The appliance must not be used without the fuse cover fitted.
If the plug is unsuitable, it should be dismantled and removed from the supply cord and an appropriate plug fitted as detailed. If you remove the plug it must not be connected to a 13 amp socket and the plug must be disposed of immediately.
If the terminals in the plug are not marked or if you are unsure about the installation of the plug please contact a qualified electrician.

Plug should be ASTA approved to BS1363
Fuse should be ASTA approved to BS1362

Ensure that the outer sheath of the cable is firmly held by the cord grip

after sales service

These appliances are built to the very highest of standards. There are no user serviceable parts. Follow these steps if the unit fails to operate:

1. Check the instructions have been followed correctly.
2. Check that the fuse has not blown.
3. Check that the mains supply is functional.

If the appliance will still not operate, return the appliance to the place it was purchased for a replacement. To return the appliance to the Customer Service Department, follow the steps below:

1. Pack it carefully (preferably in the original carton). Ensure the unit is clean.
2. Enclose your name and address and quote the model number on all correspondence.
3. Give the reason why you are returning it.
4. If within the guarantee period, state when and where it was purchased and include proof of purchase (e.g. till receipt).
5. Send it to our Customer Service Department at the address below:
   Customer Service Department
   Jarden Consumer Solutions (Europe) Limited
   Middleton Road, Royton, Oldham OL2 5LN, UK.
   Telephone: 0161 621 6900 Fax: 0161 626 0391
   e-mail: enquiriesEurope@jardencs.com

Replacement parts

For additional or replacement parts, please visit www.breville.co.uk or call us on 0161 621 6900.

Troubleshooting

For troubleshooting and FAQs visit www.breville.co.uk/faqs

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Documents / Resources

References

• High Quality Small Kitchen & Cooking Appliances | Breville
• Help Center Breville
• High Quality Small Kitchen & Cooking Appliances | Breville

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