- Can I set it to start later?
- This model has a countdown timer for cooking, not a delayed start. You load it and start cooking when you are ready.
- How long can it hold food warm?
- After the timer ends it switches to Warm for up to 6 hours, then the cooker turns off.
- Can I brown meat in it?
- No. It has only High and Low slow-cook settings, so sear meat in a skillet first if a recipe calls for it.
- Is the stoneware dishwasher-safe?
- Yes, both the stoneware insert and the glass lid are dishwasher-safe.
- How many people does it serve?
- It is sized for 7 or more servings, which suits large families or batch cooking.
- What cook times can I set?
- Anywhere from 30 minutes up to 20 hours on High or Low.
- Where is the Crock-Pot Programmable Countdown Slow Cooker cheapest?
- At Newegg, for $57.99, as of our latest check.