33469 - Slow cooker HAMILTON BEACH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 33469 HAMILTON BEACH

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug,

or base in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used

by or near children.

5. Unplug from wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning.

Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.

6. 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.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by

appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot

surfaces, including stove.

10. Do not place removable stoneware crock or base on or near hot

gas or an electric burner. Do not place slow cooker base in a heated oven.

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance

containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

12. To disconnect slow cooker, turn control to OFF ( ); then remove

plug from wall outlet.

13. CAUTION: To prevent damage or shock hazard do not cook in

base. Cook only in removable stoneware crock.

14. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated

foods into a heated removable stoneware crock.

15. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

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:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS3

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. Other Consumer Safety Information This appliance is intended for household use only. This product is only intended for the preparation, cooking, and serving of foods. This product is not intended for use with any nonfood materials or products. w 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. The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.4 Parts and Features Glass Lid* (Lids may vary in appearance depending on model.) Base Easy-Clean Touch Pad Chrome-Plated Wire Clips (for latching lid) (on select models) Handles shown with wire clips locked in place for transporting only. Do not cook or store with lid clamped down. Removable Stoneware Crock* Base Handles Crock Capacity For best results, fill the crock at least half full but no more than one inch from the rim. If only half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe time. *To order parts: US: 1.800.851.8900 www.hamiltonbeach.com Canada: 1.800.267.2826 Mexico:

Turn unit on by pressing ON/OFF ( ) button. The unit will automatically default to a cooking time of 4 hours on HIGH. Select desired cooking temperature by pressing the TEMP button. NOTE: Do not use WARM setting to cook or reheat food. Adjust cooking time by pressing the HOURS button. 2, 4, 6, 8, or 10 hours can be selected. Cooking time will then count down in 2-hour increments. Visit www.foodsafety.gov for more information on safe internal cooking temperatures. The selected cooking time will glow for 2 hours. When the 2 hours are finished, the next 2-hour light will glow and continue the countdown until the cooking time is complete. At the end of the cooking time, the slow cooker will automatically switch to WARM setting. NOTE: Cook time plus warm time cannot exceed 14 hours. When the unit switches to WARM, the light glows to show how much time is remaining of the 14 hours. BEFORE FIRST USE: Wash glass lid and removable stoneware crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry. NOTES:

• 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.

• As a safety precaution, the unit will not stay on for more than 14 hours of continuous cooking and warming time and will also shut off automatically.

DISHWASHER-SAFE DO NOT use the “SANI” setting when washing in the dishwasher. “SANI” cycle temperatures could damage your product. Remove crock and let cool. Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or base in any liquid. w WARNING How to Use Lid Latch

The Lid Latch™ helps secure lid while moving, transporting, or storing slow cooker. Do not use Lid Latch™ while cooking.

Place latch under one handle. Stretch to other side and secure under other handle. Once attached, latch can also be crossed over knob to further secure lid.7 Tips for Slow Cooking

• The removable stoneware 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 and 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.

• If cooking soups or stews, leave a 2-inch (5-cm) space between the top of the removable stoneware crock and the food so that the recipe can come to a simmer.

• 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 stoneware crock, cover with lid, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, simply place the removable stoneware 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.

• 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 stoneware crock. 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 stoneware crock in the refrigerator since contents will take too long to cool. Instead, divide leftovers into smaller containers and place into refrigerator.

• Never allow undercooked or raw meat to sit at room temperature in the slow cooker. Once meat is placed into the removable stone- ware crock, it should be cooked immediately (unless prepping slow cooker the night before, where crock should be placed into the refrigerator). IF YOU LIVE IN A HIGH-ALTITUDE AREA: The Extension service will have detailed information about cooking for your area. To locate the Cooperative Extension service in your county, please visit: http://www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/.8 PROBLEM Cannot select TEMP and/or HOURS settings. Food is undercooked. The food isn’t done after cooking the amount of time recommended in my recipe. My meal was overcooked. Why?

PROBABLE CAUSE/SOLUTION

• Is the unit plugged in?

• Test that the electrical outlet is working with a lamp in known working order.

• 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?

• 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, they can alter cooking times in the slow cooker by extending the cooking times. Allow sufficient time and select the appropriate heat setting. You will learn through experience if a shorter or longer time is needed.

• Was the removable stoneware crock at least half full? The slow cooker has been designed to thoroughly cook food in a filled removable stoneware crock. If the removable stoneware 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. Troubleshooting9 Notes10 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 ~ 60 Hz). 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. Limited Warranty11