Stay or Go 33462 - Saucepan HAMILTON BEACH - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Electric slow cooker (casserole)
Brand	Hamilton Beach
Model	Stay or Go 33462
Capacity	6 quarts (about 5.7 liters)
Pot Material	Removable stoneware
Lid Material	Glass with plastic gasket
Temperature Settings	Low, High, Warm
Transport Function	Locking lid with clamping clips
Power	240 watts
Voltage	120 V ~ 60 Hz
Approximate Dimensions	38 x 25 x 25 cm
Approximate Weight	3.6 kg
Cleaning	Pot and lid dishwasher safe (except SANI cycle), wipe base with damp cloth
Safety	Polarized plug, do not immerse base, hot surfaces
Warranty	1 year limited
Usage	Household use only

Frequently Asked Questions - Stay or Go 33462 HAMILTON BEACH

Can I lock the lid while cooking?

Yes, the lid CAN be locked during cooking to prevent leaks, but never store the appliance with the lid secured.

What is the recommended capacity for optimal cooking?

Fill the pot to half full or to 2.5 cm (1 inch) from the rim for best results.

Can I use the WARM setting to cook food?

No, only use the LOW or HIGH settings for cooking. The WARM mode is only for keeping food warm.

Are the pot and lid microwave safe?

Yes, the pot is microwave safe when empty. The lid must not be microwaved.

How to avoid burns when using?

Always use the handles of the base and oven mitts to remove the hot pot. Do not touch hot surfaces.

What if food is not cooking enough?

Check that the lid is properly placed, you are using the correct setting (LOW or HIGH), and there was no power outage. Voltage fluctuations or altitude may increase cooking time.

Can I use an extension cord?

Yes, an approved extension cord with equivalent or higher electrical ratings is allowed if the cord is too short. Place it to avoid tripping hazards.

How to clean the lid gasket?

Wash the gasket with warm soapy water to prevent odors. Store the lid unlocked to preserve the gasket shape.

Can I cook frozen meat in the slow cooker?

No, never put raw frozen meat in the slow cooker. Thaw all meat or poultry before cooking.

How to store leftovers?

Do not place the entire slow cooker in the refrigerator. Transfer leftovers to small containers and refrigerate promptly.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electric 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 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 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 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION

This product 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 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 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 counter-top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.

LID AND CROCK: 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

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 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 states.

Clip locked in place for cooking or transporting. Do not store with lid clamped down.

How to Use Your Slow Cooker

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

WARNING Food Safety Hazard. Food must be hot enough to prevent bacterial growth before using WARM setting. The WARM setting should only be used after a recipe has been thoroughly cooked. Do not reheat food on WARM setting. If food has been cooked and then refrigerated, reheat it on LOW or HIGH and then switch to WARM. Visit foodsafety.gov for more information.

Rotate control knob to LOW or HIGH. Do not cook on WARM.

The lid should sit level on the crock for even cooking and to prevent heat loss. The lid MAY be latched during the cooking process.

Wattage has been adjusted to compensate for heat lost through vent holes.

How to Use Your Slow Cooker (cont.)

When finished, turn OFF. Use oven mitts to lift lid.
Secure wire clip for transport.

Cleaning and Care

A WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard.

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

DISHWASHER-SAFE

DO NOT use the "SANI" setting when washing in the dishwasher. "SANI" cycle temperatures could damage your product. Lid and crock may be washed in hot, soapy water.

To prevent lingering food smells, found in most plastic containers, clean rubber lid gasket with hot, soapy water after each use. Store with lid ajar.

Tips for Slow Cooking

• 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 time.
• 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.
• 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.

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

• 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.
• If cooking a recipe with root vegetables, place root vegetables in the bottom of the crock.

- Never allow undercooked or raw meat to sit at room temperature in the slow cooker. Once meat is placed into the 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/.

Cooking Chart

For best results, fill the crock at least half full but no more than one inch from rim. Always follow package directions.

Visit www.foodsafety.gov for more information on safe internal cooking temperatures.

RECIPE 3-5 QT/L 6-7 QT/L INSTRUCTIONS

Beef Pot Roast	2 lb. (907 g) beef pot roast	3-5 lb. (1.3-2.2 kg) beef pot roast	1. Season roast with salt and pepper.
	1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt	1.5 teaspoons (7.5 ml) salt	2. Over medium-high heat, brown roast on all sides.
	1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) pepper	1 teaspoon (5 ml) pepper	3. Place vegetables in crock.
	1/4 cup (60 ml) beef broth/water	1/2 cup (125 ml) beef broth/water	4. Place roast on top of vegetables.
	1/2 to 1 envelope dry onion mix	1 envelope dry onion mix	5. Sprinkle with onion soup mix.
	1 onion, quartered	2 onions, quartered	6. Drizzle beef broth over meat and vegetables.
	2 potatoes, quartered	3-4 potatoes, quartered	7. Cover and cook on HIGH for 5 hours, LOW for 10 hours, or until internal temperature measures at least 160°F ( 71°C ) for medium.
	2 carrots, cut in 1-inch (2.5-cm) pieces	3-4 carrots, cut in 1-inch (2.5-cm) pieces

Chili 1 lb. (450 g) ground beef

	1 1.5-oz (40-g) envelope chili seasoning	2 1.5-oz (40-g) envelopes chili seasoning	beans in crock.
	1 14.5-oz. (411-g) can diced tomatoes	2 14.5-oz. (411-g) can diced tomatoes	2. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours, LOW for 8 hours, or until temperature is at least 160°F ( 71°C ).
	1 16-oz. (453-g) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed	2 16-oz. (453-g) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
Whole Chicken	3 lb. (1.3 kg) whole chicken	4–6 lb (1.8–2.7 kg) whole chicken (or two 3 lb. [1.3 kg] chickens)	1. Remove giblets/neck from cavity of chicken(s).
	2 garlic cloves, peeled		2. Place garlic, lemon, and bay leaf in chicken cavity.
	1/2 lemon	3 garlic cloves, peeled	3. Season chicken(s) with salt and pepper.
	1 bay leaf	1/2 lemon	4. Place chicken(s) in crock and sprinkle with paprika.
	1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt	2 bay leaves	5. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours, LOW for 8 hours, or until internal temperature measures at least 165°F ( 74°C ).
	1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) pepper	2 teaspoons (10 ml) salt
	1 teaspoon (5 ml) paprika	1 teaspoon (5 ml) pepper
		1–2 teaspoons (5–10 ml) paprika

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Troubleshooting

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 Warm setting? Do not cook on 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 states.
• 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.
• To help maintain shape of gasket, do not cook with clip latched and do not store empty unit with clip latched.

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Limited Warranty

This warranty applies to products purchased 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 one (1) year from the date of original purchase. 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.

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