This slow cooker knows how to defrost and cook food safely without overcooking. Simply press defrost, select high or low and your cooking time - slow cooker will do the rest. Choose between high, low or warm and set the cooking timer between 30 minutes and 24 hours, or to cook without setting a time, use the manual mode and simply select your preferred temperature. Cook meat to a precise temperature without overcooking it. Set programmable slow cooker to the desired temperature, insert probe and the slow cooker will automatically shift to warm when food is ready. This 6 quart slow cooker's size is perfect for preparing one-pot dishes, family meals or crowd-pleasing appetizers and it fits a 6 lb. chicken or 4 lb. roast. When food is finished cooking, the Hamilton Beach slow cooker will keep your food warm until you are ready to serve.