33550 - Saucepan HAMILTON BEACH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 33550 HAMILTON BEACH

This product is intended for household use only. This product is only intended for the preparation, cooking, and serv- ing of foods. This product is not intended for use with any non-food materials or products. WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug (one wide blade) that reduces 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 using an adaptor. If the plug does not fit, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an elec- trician 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 counter- top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

5. Unplug from 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 cord or plug, or

after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the

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 on or near hot gas or an electric burner, or in a

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance

containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

12. To disconnect slow cooker, turn control knob 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 crock.

14. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated

foods into a heated 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 INSTRUCTIONS! 840174801 ENnv01.qxd:Layout 1 7/10/09 9:39 AM Page 23

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 crock is very rough and can damage 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 hot mitts to remove crock. 840174801 ENnv01.qxd:Layout 1 7/10/09 9:39 AM Page 34 Parts and Features Lid Base Control Knob Crock Base Handles Recipe Name Tag (optional feature on select models) ON Indicator Light (optional feature on select models) Lid Holder with Cord Wrap Carrying Case Cord Wrap 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. Optional features on select models Lid Holder Lid Latch 840174801 ENnv01.qxd:Layout 1 7/10/09 9:39 AM Page 45 How to Use Your Slow Cooker

Before First Use: Wash lid and crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.

When cooking is finished, turn OFF. Food Safety Hazard. Food must be hot enough to prevent bacterial growth before using Keep Warm setting. The Keep Warm setting should only be used after a recipe has been thoroughly cooked. Do not reheat food on Keep Warm setting. If food has been cooked and then refrigerated, reheat it on Low or High, then switch to Keep Warm. Visit foodsafety.gov for more information. w WARNING 840174801 ENnv01.qxd:Layout 1 7/10/09 9:39 AM Page 56 Cleaning and Care

Remove crock and let cool. Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or base in any liquid. w WARNING

Place latch into groove under one handle. Stretch to other side and secure in groove under other handle. Once attached, latch can also be crossed over knob to further secure lid. The Lid Latch™ helps secure lid while moving, transporting, or storing slow cooker. How to Use Lid Latch

• The 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 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 crock, cover with lid and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, simply place crock in slow cooker.

• Do not use frozen, uncooked meat in slow cooker. Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking.

• 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 crock. 840174801 ENnv01.qxd:Layout 1 7/10/09 9:39 AM Page 78 Cooking Chart RECIPE 3-5 QT/L 6-7 QT/L 8 QT/L INSTRUCTIONS Beef Pot 2 lb. (907 g) beef pot roast 3-5 lb. (1.3-2.2 kg) beef pot roast 4-6 lb. (1.8-2.7 kg) beef pot roast Roast 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt 1-1/2 teaspoons (7.5 ml) salt 2 teaspoons (10 ml) salt 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) pepper 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pepper 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pepper 1/4 (60 ml) cup beef broth/water 1/2 cup (125 ml) beef broth/water 3/4 cup (175 ml) beef broth/water 1/2 to 1 envelope dry onion mix 1 envelope dry onion mix 1 envelope dry onion mix 1 onion, quartered 2 onions, quartered 3 onions, quartered 2 potatoes, quartered 3-4 potatoes, quartered 5-6 potatoes, quartered 2 carrots, cut in 1” 3-4 carrots, cut in 1” 5-6 carrots, cut in 1” (2.5 cm) pieces (2.5 cm) pieces (2.5 cm) pieces Chili 1 lb. (450 g) ground beef 2 lb. (907 g) ground beef 4 lb. (1.8 kg) ground beef 1 1.5 oz (40 g) envelope 2 1.5 oz (40 g) envelopes 4 1.5 oz (40 g) envelopes chili seasoning chili seasoning chili seasoning 1 14.5 oz. (411 g) 2 14.5 oz. (411 g) 4 14.5 oz. (411 g) can diced tomatoes can diced tomatoes can diced tomatoes 1 16 oz. (453 g) can kidney 2 16 oz. (453 g) can kidney 4 16 oz. (453 g) can kidney beans, (drained and rinsed) beans, (drained and rinsed) beans, (drained and rinsed) Whole 3 lb. (1.3 kg) whole chicken 4-6 lb (1.8-2.7 kg) whole chicken 7-8 lb (3.2-3.6 kg) whole chicken Chicken 2 garlic cloves, peeled (or two 3 lb. [1.3 kg] chickens) 4 garlic cloves, peeled 1/2 lemon 3 garlic cloves, peeled 1 lemon, halved 1 bay leaf 1/2 lemon 3 bay leaves 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon (10 ml) salt 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) pepper 2 teaspoons (10 ml) salt 1-1/2 teaspoons (7.5 ml) pepper 1 teaspoon (5 ml) paprika 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pepper 2 teaspoons (10 ml) paprika 1-2 teaspoons (5-10 ml) paprika For best results, fill the crock at least half-full but no more than one inch from rim. Always follow package directions. Visit hamiltonbeach.com for more delicious recipes, tips, and to register your product online!

1. Season roast with salt and pepper.

2. Over medium-high heat, brown roast on all

3. Place vegetables in crock.

4. Place roast on top of vegetables.

5. Sprinkle with onion soup mix.

6. Drizzle beef broth over meat and vegetables.

7. Cover and cook on HIGH for 5 hours, LOW for

10 hours or until internal temperature measures at least 160ºF (71ºC) for medium. Cooking on the LOW setting will result in more tender meat.

1. Combine beef, chili seasoning, diced tomatoes

and kidney beans in crock.

2. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours, LOW for

8 hours or until temperature is at least 160ºF (71ºC).

1. Remove giblets/neck from cavity of chicken(s).

2. Place garlic, lemon and bay leaf in chicken cavity.

3. Season chicken(s) with salt and pepper.

4. Place chicken(s) in crock and sprinkle with

5. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours, LOW for

8 hours or until internal temperature measures at least 165ºF (74ºC). Visit www.foodsafety.gov for more information on safe internal cooking temperatures. 840174801 ENnv01.qxd:Layout 1 7/10/09 9:39 AM Page 89 POTENTIAL PROBLEM Food is undercooked. The food isn’t done after cooking the amount of time recommended in my recipe. My meal was overcooked. Why? Lid gasket collapsed. PROBABLE CAUSE

• Was food cooked on the Keep Warm setting? Do not cook on Keep Warm; always cook on Low or High heat settings.

• Was power interrupted?

• Did you select the Low heat setting, but use a cooking time based on the High heat setting?

• Did you have the 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, it can alter the 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 crock at least half-full? The slow cooker has been designed to thoroughly cook food in a filled crock. If the crock is only half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe time.

• Did you select correct number of hours based on cooking temperature (Low or High)?

• Foods will continue to increase in temperature after desired temperature has been reached.

• This can be caused by sudden temperature change, like running cold water over a warm lid. Allow lid to sit at room temperature. It will return to the original shape within 24 hours.