33480 - Slow cooker HAMILTON BEACH - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Slow Cooker
Brand	Hamilton Beach
Model	33480
Power Supply	120 V, 60 Hz
Pot Material	Removable stoneware (ceramic)
Lid	Glass
Pot Capacity	Approximately 6 quarts (fill to 1 inch from rim)
Temperature Settings	Low, High, Warm (keep warm)
Timer	From 30 min to 18 hours in 30 min increments
Maximum Keep Warm Period	20 hours total (cooking + keep warm)
Display	Digital screen with countdown
Automatic Switch to Warm Mode	Yes
Features	Slow cooking, programmable time, automatic shutoff
Safety	Polarized plug, short cord, hot surfaces indicated
Cleaning	Pot and lid are dishwasher safe (no SANI cycle)
Care	Wipe base with a damp cloth
Microwave Use	Pot only (not the lid)
Oven Use	Pot only (not the lid)
Warranty	5 years in Canada, 1 year in the U.S.
Phone Support	Canada: 1-800-267-2826 / U.S.: 1-800-851-8900
Website	www.hamiltonbeach.ca (Canada) / www.hamiltonbeach.com (U.S.)

Frequently Asked Questions - 33480 HAMILTON BEACH

How do I set the timer on the Hamilton Beach 33480 slow cooker?

Press the ON/OFF button, then TEMP to choose the temperature. Then use the buttons to set the cooking time in 30-minute increments up to 18 hours. The display shows the countdown.

Can I use the WARM setting to cook food?

No, the WARM setting is only for keeping already cooked food at temperature. Do not use it to cook or reheat food.

How do I clean the pot and lid?

The stoneware pot and glass lid are dishwasher safe. Avoid the SANI cycle which could damage them. You can also wash them by hand with hot soapy water.

Can I put the pot in the oven or microwave?

Yes, the removable stoneware pot can go in a conventional oven and microwave, but not the glass lid. Never heat the pot empty.

Does the slow cooker shut off automatically at the end of cooking?

No, it automatically switches to WARM mode after cooking. The display then starts counting the time spent in warm mode.

What if the food is not cooking enough?

Make sure you are not using the WARM setting to cook. Ensure you have selected LOW or HIGH. Voltage variations or altitude can lengthen cooking times.

Can I use frozen meat in the slow cooker?

No, never put raw frozen meat in the slow cooker. Always thaw it first for food safety reasons.

How to store leftovers after cooking?

Do not put the whole pot in the refrigerator as cooling would be too slow. Transfer leftovers to small containers and refrigerate promptly.

What if the slow cooker does not turn on?

Check that the plug is properly inserted and that the outlet works (test with a lamp). If the problem persists, contact customer service.

Is the pot covered against defects?

Yes, the product is covered against defects in materials and workmanship for 5 years in Canada and 1 year in the U.S. The warranty does not cover accidental damage or misuse.

USER MANUAL 33480 HAMILTON BEACH

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
5. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or base in water or other liquid.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.

7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Call the provided customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.

8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.

9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces, including stove.
11. Do not place removable crock or base on or near hot gas or an electric burner. Do not place slow cooker base in a heated oven.
12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
13. To disconnect slow cooker, turn control to OFF (Φ then remove plug from wall outlet.
14. CAUTION: To prevent damage or shock hazard, do not cook in base. Cook only in removable crock.
15. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated foods into a heated removable crock.
16. Intended for countertop use only.
17. WARNING: Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and cord away from children. Never drape cord over edge of counter, never use outlet below counter, and never use with an extension cord.
18. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

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Other Consumer Safety Information

This appliance is intended for household use only.

This appliance is only intended for the preparation, cooking, and serving of foods. This appliance is not intended for use with any nonfood materials or products.

WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard: This appliance is provided with a polarized plug (one wide blade) to reduce the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.

A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risk resulting from it being grabbed by children, becoming entangled in, or tripping over a longer cord.

CROCK AND LID: PRECAUTIONS AND INFORMATION

• Please handle crock and lid carefully to ensure long life.
• Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes. For example, do not place a hot lid or crock into cold water, or onto a wet surface.
• Avoid hitting crock or lid against faucet or other hard surfaces.
• Do not use crock or lid if chipped, cracked, or severely scratched.
• Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads.

• The bottom of the crock is very rough and can damage the countertop. Use caution.

• The crock and lid can become very hot. Use caution. Do not place directly on any unprotected surface or countertop.

• The crock is microwave-safe and oven-proof, but never heat crock when empty. Never place lid on a burner or stove top.
• Do not place lid in a microwave oven, conventional oven, or on stove top.

REMOVING LID AND CROCK

When removing lid, tilt so that opening faces away from you to avoid being burned by steam.

The sides of the slow cooker's base get very warm because the heating elements are located here. Use handles on base if necessary. Use oven mitts to remove crock.

Parts and Features

Crock Capacity

For best results, fill the crock no more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the rim.

*To order parts:

US: 1.800.851.8900

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Canada: 1.800.267.2826

Mexico: 01 800 71 16 100

Cooking Mode

1. Plug into outlet.

2. Turn unit on by pressing the ON/OFF button. The unit will automatically default to a cooking time of 4 hours on HIGH.

BEFORE FIRST USE: Wash glass lid and removable crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.

3. Select desired cooking temperature by pressing the TEMP button. NOTE: Do not use WARM setting to cook or reheat food.

4. Adjust cooking time by pressing or buttons. The timer can be set in 30-minute increments up to 18 hours. Cooking time will then count down in 1-minute increments.

NOTES:

Maximum cook time plus warm time is 20 hours. At the end of the selected cooking time, the slow cooker will automatically switch to WARM. When in WARM, the display will count up, showing how much time the unit has been in WARM.
- The cooking temperature and selected cooking hours function independently of one another and either may be changed at any time. When a new cooking time is selected, the unit will reset to count down from the new number of hours chosen.

Care and Cleaning

1. Unplug.
2. Remove crock and let cool.
3. Wipe exterior of unit with a damp, soapy cloth.
4. Lid and crock are dishwasher-safe. DO NOT use the "SAN!" setting when washing in the dishwasher. "SAN!" cycle temperatures could damage your product.

Tips for Slow Cooking

• The removable crock should be at least half-filled for best results. If only half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe.
• Stirring is not necessary when slow cooking. Removing glass lid results in major heat loss and the cooking time may need to be extended. However, if cooking on HIGH, you may want to stir occasionally.
• Many recipes call for cooking all day. If your morning schedule doesn't allow time to prepare a recipe, do it the night before. Place all ingredients in removable crock, cover with lid, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, simply place the removable crock in slow cooker.
• Some foods are not suited for extended cooking in a slow cooker. Pasta, seafood, milk, cream, or sour cream should be added 2 hours before serving. Evaporated milk or condensed soups are perfect for slow cooking.

WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard.

Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or base in any liquid.

• The higher the fat content of meat, the less liquid is needed. If cooking meat with a high fat content, place thick onion slices underneath so meat will not sit on (and cook in) fat.
• Slow cookers allow for very little evaporation. If making your favorite soup, stew, or sauce, reduce liquid called for in original recipe. If too thick, liquid can be added later.
• If cooking a vegetable-type casserole, there will need to be liquid in the recipe to prevent scorching on the sides of the removable crock.
• Chili, soup, and stew recipes are recommended when cooking on LOW for over 10 hours.
• Flavors of fresh herbs and dried spices can lessen over cooking time. Add fresh herbs towards the end of the cooking time for the best flavor.

Food Safety Tips

• Do not use frozen, uncooked meat in the slow cooker. Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking.
• Visit www.foodsafety.gov for more information on safe internal cooking temperatures.
• To store leftovers after cooking, do NOT place the entire removable crock in the refrigerator since contents will take too long to cool. Instead, divide leftovers into smaller containers and place into refrigerator.

Troubleshooting

Cannot select TEMP and/or HOURS settings.

Is the unit plugged in?
- Test that the electrical outlet is working with a lamp in known working order.

The food isn't done after cooking the amount of time recommended in my recipe.

• This can be due to voltage variations (which are commonplace everywhere) or altitude. The slight fluctuations in power do not have a noticeable effect on most appliances. However, it can alter the cooking times in the slow cooker. Lower than rated voltage will require longer cooking times and higher than rated voltage will require shorter cooking times. You will learn through experience if a shorter or longer time is needed.

• Never allow undercooked or raw meat to sit at room temperature in the slow cooker. Once meat is placed into the removable crock, it should be cooked immediately (unless prepping slow cooker the night before, where crock should be placed into the refrigerator).

Food is undercooked.

• Was food cooked on the WARM setting? Do not cook on WARM setting; always cook on LOW or HIGH heat settings.
• Did you select the LOW heat setting, but used a cooking time based on the HIGH heat setting?
• Did you have the glass lid placed correctly on the slow cooker?

My meal was overcooked. Why?

• Was the removable crock at least half full? The slow cooker has been designed to thoroughly cook food in a filled removable crock. If the removable crock is only half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe time.
• Did you select hours based on a LOW heat recipe?
• Foods will continue to increase in temperature after desired temperature has been reached.

Limited Warranty

This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of original purchase in Canada and one (1) year from the date of original purchase in the U.S. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value.

This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120V 60Hz ).

We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.

To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit hamiltonbeach.com in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

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