Attach the strap to the side handles only after the lid is locked.
- Step 1: Ensure the lid is securely locked. The locking latches on both sides must be rotated down and engaged under the base handles.
- Step 2: Locate the plastic hooks on each end of the nylon strap.
- Step 3: Hook one end onto the underside of one base handle. Repeat for the other handle on the opposite side.
- Step 4: Adjust the strap length via the sliding buckle so the cooker is held snugly but the strap isn't over-tightened.
Critical safety point: The strap is for carrying the entire, locked unit only. Never use it to lift just the stoneware or just the lid. Always support the bottom of the cooker with your hand when carrying.