Hamilton Beach 33255 Owner's manual

Easy-Pour Slow Cooker
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OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
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 by using an adapter. If
the plug does not fit, 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 slow cooker. 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
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 and 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.
16. Be sure that cool-touch silicone handle covers are fully seated on
crock handles.
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!
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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 ovenproof, but never heat crock
when empty. Never place lid on a burner or stove top. Do not
place lid in a microwave oven or conventional oven.
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.
NOTE: Your unit comes with Removable Cool-Touch Silicone Handle
Covers. Slide covers off crock handles one at a time to remove for
cleaning. Wash handle covers in warm, soapy water OR place in top
rack of dishwasher. Dry thoroughly. To replace, slide each cover over
one side of the crock handle; then push to slide over the other side
of the handle.
Ensure handle covers are in place and secure on the ceramic crock
handles before attempting to lift the unit or pour from the Built-In
Pour Spout.
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Parts and Features
Gasket Lid
Base
Control Knob
Crock
Removable
Cool-Touch
Silicone
Handle Covers
Crock Capacity
For best results, fill the crock at least half full but no more than 1 inch from the
rim. If only half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe.
Unit shown with Lid LatchTM strap.
Base
Handles
Built-In
Pour Spout
Vent Openings
Thumb Rests
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How to Use Your Slow Cooker
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Before First Use: Wash lid and crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
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Turn control knob to desired heat
setting to cook. When finished
cooking, turn control knob to
OFF and unplug unit.
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 and then switch
to Keep Warm. Visit foodsafety.gov for more information.
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Using the Easy-Pour Spout
The Easy-Pour Spout makes it simple to store leftovers or drain
excess liquids from the crock.
POURING WITHOUT LID
Place latch under one handle.
Stretch to other side and secure
under other handle.
WARNING! Burn Hazard:
Always use the Lid LatchTM strap
to secure the lid when draining
with the lid on the crock, pouring
contents away from the body.
NOTE: Your unit comes with Removable Cool-Touch Silicone Handle
Covers. Slide covers off crock handles one at a time to remove for
cleaning. Wash handle covers in warm, soapy water OR place in top
rack of dishwasher. Dry thoroughly. To replace, slide each cover over
one side of the crock handle; then push to slide over the other side of
the handle.
Ensure handle covers are in place and secure on the ceramic crock
handles before attempting to lift the unit or pour from the Easy-Pour
Spout.
POURING WITH LID
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To strain liquid from crock, hold
lid back slightly with thumbs
securely placed on thumb rests.
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Cleaning and Care
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Remove crock and let cool.
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug,
or base in any liquid.
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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.
The Lid Latch™ is not intended to
be used during the cooking
process.
How to Use Lid LatchTM (for transport or storage)
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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.
• 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.
• Drain excess liquids from meat to make a gravy or sauce.
• When transferring food to containers in order to store leftovers,
smaller, shallower containers allow food to cool more quickly and
prevent contamination.
• 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.
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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 cup (60 ml) 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. (454 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. (454-g) can kidney 2 16-oz. (454-g) can kidney 4 16-oz. (454-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 (15 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 1 inch from rim. Always follow package directions.
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1. Season roast with salt and pepper.
2. Over medium-high heat, brown roast on
all sides.
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
paprika.
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.
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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.
Troubleshooting
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