Crock-Pot lists the stoneware and glass lid on many of its models as dishwasher safe, but the heating base never goes in water and older or replacement inserts can be hand wash only. Check the manual for your model.
This is a model-by-model answer. Current Crock-Pot product pages list a dishwasher safe stoneware and glass lid on many slow cookers, and the care section says dishwasher safe parts can be washed in the machine or by hand. The part that is never safe is the base. The other thing to avoid is thermal shock, which cracks stoneware.
| Stoneware insert | Usually dishwasher safe. Check the manual for your model |
|---|---|
| Glass lid | Usually dishwasher safe |
| Heating base | Never. Wipe with a damp cloth |
| Before cleaning | Switch off, unplug and let it cool |
| Avoid | Abrasive cleaners, and cold water poured into hot stoneware |
How to clean a Crock-Pot
- Switch it off, unplug it and let it cool.
- Lift out the stoneware and take off the lid.
- Put the insert and lid in the dishwasher if your manual says they are dishwasher safe, or wash them in hot soapy water.
- Soak stuck-on food in warm soapy water instead of scrubbing with abrasive pads.
- Wipe the base with a damp cloth and let everything dry before reassembling.
What happens when you get it wrong
- Cracked stoneware. Cold water into a hot insert, or a hot insert onto a cold counter, can crack it.
- Water in the base. The heating element and wiring are not made to get wet.
Hand washing if your manual says the insert is not dishwasher safe, as some replacement inserts are.
Soaking overnight in warm soapy water for baked-on food.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Crock-Pot insert dishwasher safe?
On many current models, yes. Crock-Pot lists dishwasher safe stoneware and a glass lid on its product pages, but check the manual for your model, because replacement and older inserts can differ.
Can the lid go in the dishwasher?
Glass lids are usually listed as dishwasher safe. Check the manual for yours.
Why did my stoneware crack?
The usual cause is thermal shock, such as cold water into a hot insert. Let it cool before washing.
Can you put the base in the dishwasher?
No. Wipe it with a damp cloth and keep it out of water.