Hamilton Beach Set 'n Forget User manual

Programmable
Slow Cooker
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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. This appliance is not intended for use,
cleaning, or maintenance 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. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision.
4. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of
children.
5. D o not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
6. To protect against electrical shock, do not
immerse cord, plug, or base in water or other
liquid.
7. Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children.
8. Unplug from socket when not in use and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting
on or taking off parts.
9. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged
supply cord, 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.

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10. T he use of accessory attachments not
recommended by appliance manufacturer may
cause injuries.
11. Do not use outdoors.
12. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
counter or touch hot surfaces, including stove.
12. Do not place on or near hot gas or electric
burner, or in a heated oven.
13. Extreme caution must be used when moving an
appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
14. To disconnect slow cooker, press OFF (O)
button on control; remove plug from wall
socket.
15. CAUTION: To prevent damage or shock
hazard do not cook in base. Cook only in
removable liner.
16. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as
adding refrigerated foods into a heated crock.
17. D o not use appliance for other than intended use.
18. CAUTION: HOT SURFACE.
The temperature of accessible surfaces may be
high when the appliance is operating.
19. This appliance is not intended to be operated
by means of an external timer or separate
remote control system.
20. Spilled food can cause serious burns. Never
drape cord over edge of counter. Never use a
socket below a counter top surface. Never use
an extension cord.
21. Your plug is provided with a 13-amp fuse
approved by ASTA to B.S. 1362. If you
need a replacement fuse carrier, it must be
replaced with the same colour-coded carrier
with the same markings. Fuse covers and
carriers can be obtained from approved service
agents.
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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
nonfood materials or products.
Other Consumer Safety Information
Recycling the Product at the End of Its Service Life
The wheeled bin symbol marked on this appliance signifies that it must be taken over by a selective
collection system conforming to the WEEE Directive so that it can be either recycled or dismantled in
order to reduce any impact to the environment. The user is responsible for returning the product to
the appropriate collection facility, as specified by your local code. For additional information regarding
applicable local laws, please contact the municipal facility and/or local distributor.

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Parts and Features
PROGRAM
Cooking HeatDesiredActual
Temp
Temp
Setting
Time
MANUAL
ENTER
PROBE
Glass Lid
(Lids may vary
in appearance
depending on
model.)
Base
Control Panel/
Display
Probe
Hole
Crock
Probe
Jack
Base
Handles
Probe
(available on some models)
Clip Hook Stainless Steel Wire Clip
Clip Latch
Lid
Gasket
Vent Holes
Travel Features
(available on some models)

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Cooking Modes
No matter what you plan to cook, the Set ‘N Forget®Slow Cooker
has three cooking modes to make it easy. Here’s how to choose
the one that’s right for your lifestyle and the food you’re cooking.
Will you be away when your food is finished cooking?
Use PROGRAM Mode. Input preferred amount of cooking time
and the slow cooker automatically shifts to Warm at the end of
the selected cooking time. Food won’t overcook!
Do you want to cook the traditional way without setting a time?
— OR —
Do you want to heat previously cooked food?
Use MANUAL Mode. Lets you select traditional High or Low settings.
Areyoucookingalargecutofmeatorusingarecipethatrequiresfood
to reach a certain temperature?
Use PROBE Mode. For many foods, especially large cuts of meat
like roasts, chicken, turkey and pork, internal food temperature is
the best test for doneness. The temperature probe with this
slow cooker takes the guesswork out of slow cooking. Select the
desired internal food temperature and the slow cooker will
automatically shift to Warm once the temperature is reached.
By using the Cooking Guide for Probe chart, you can estimate
the amount of time the food will need to cook.
Visit foodsafety.gov for more information about cooking times
and proper internal temperature settings.
Do you want to keep previously cooked food warm?
(For instance, moving slow cooker from kitchen to buffet table.)
Use the PROBE Mode. Once food reaches desired temperature,
you can select the Warm setting to monitor food temperature.
Use the MANUAL Mode. Lets you select Warm setting.
Use the PROGRAM Mode. Lets you select Warm setting.
The slow cooker will shut off after desired time.

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Program Mode
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Press ON (I). Press PROGRAM. Cooking Time
will illuminate.
Press arrows to select cooking
time.
Press ENTER. Heat Setting will
illuminate.
Press arrows to select heat setting.
NOTE: Do not use Warm setting
to cook food.
Press ENTER to start unit and a
3 second beep will sound.
NOTE: Unit will automatically start
in 20 seconds if ENTER is not
pressed.
Before First Use: Wash glass lid and crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
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Display will alternate between
heat setting and remaining time.
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At the end of cook time, slow
cooker will automatically switch
to Warm setting and unit will turn
off and display OFF after a total
of 14 hours.
NOTE: If Warm setting selected,
unit will turn off and display
OFF after selected time.
Electrical Shock Hazard. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not
immerse base in water.
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Manual Mode
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Cooking Heat Desired Actual
Temp
Temp
Setting
Time
OGRAM
Cooking Heat Desired Actual
Temp
Temp
Setting
Time
MANUAL
ENTER
PROBE
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Press ON (I). Press MANUAL. Heat setting will
illuminate.
Press arrows to select heat setting.
NOTE: Do not use Warm setting
to cook food.
Press ENTER to start and a 3 second
beep will sound.
NOTE: Unit will automatically start
in 20 seconds if ENTER is not
pressed.
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The display will alternate between
COOK and heat setting (if HIGH or
LOW is selected). If using Warm
setting, display will remain on
WARM.
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The unit will turn off and display
OFF after a total of 14 hours.
Before First Use: Wash glass lid and crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
Electrical Shock Hazard. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not
immerse base in water.
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Probe Mode
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Make sure probe is in center of
food and not touching bottom of
crock.
NOTE: To change temperature
display from ºF to ºC:
Press then
at the same time.
The temperature in ºC will
now be displayed.
If slow cooker is unplugged,
it will reset to ºF.
Press ON (I).
Press arrows to select desired
heat setting. Select HIGH or
LOW. NOTE: Do not use Warm
setting to cook food.
Press ENTER. Desired Temp will
illuminate.
Press PROBE. Heat setting will be
illuminated.
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Press arrows to select desired
temperature.
PROBE ENTER
Insert probe into jack on side of
slow cooker.
Before First Use: Wash glass lid and crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
Electrical Shock Hazard. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not
immerse base in water.
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Display will alternate between
actual temperature and the
temperature selected.
When selected temperature is
reached, the unit will switch to
Warm and display WARM
constantly.
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The unit will turn off and display
OFF after a total of 14 hours.
Probe Mode (cont.)
Cooking Heat Desired Actual
Temp
Temp
Setting
Time
GRAM
Temp
Temp
Setting
Time
MANUAL
ENTER
PROBE
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Press ENTER. COOK will display
and 3 second beep will sound.
NOTE: Unit will automatically
start in 20 seconds if ENTER is not
pressed.
To monitor temperature after food is cooked:
1. Press OFF ( )(if not already off); then press ON (I).
2. Press PROBE. Heat setting will be illuminated.
3. Press arrows to select WARM.
4. Press ENTER. WARM will display and 3-second beep will sound.
NOTE: The unit will automatically start in 20 seconds if ENTER is not
pressed. Display will alternate between WARM and actual temperature.
The unit will turn off and display OFF after a total of 14 hours.

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FOOD/WEIGHT LOW HIGH DESIRED TEMP
Beef Roast (3 lbs/1.5 kg) 3-4 hours 1.5 hours 145ºF/63ºC
Beef Brisket (4-5 lbs/2-2.2 kg) 8 hours 6 hours 145ºF/63ºC
Turkey Breast (6-7 lbs/3-3.5 kg)* 6-7 hours 3-4 hours 180ºF/82ºC
Whole Chicken (4-6 lbs/2-3 kg) 6 hours 4 hours 180ºF/82ºC
Chicken Pieces (bone-in) (3-4 lbs/1.5-2 kg) 4-5 hours 1.5 hours 180ºF/82ºC
Chicken Breasts (4 lbs/2 kg) 4 hours 3.5 hours 180ºF/82ºC
Fully Cooked ham (7.5 lbs/3.5 kg)* 4-5 hours 3 hours 145ºF/63ºC
Pork Tenderloin (2-3 lbs/2-2.2 kg) 2-3 hours 1.5-2 hours 160ºF/71ºC
Pork Roast (4-5 lbs/2-2.2 kg) 4-5 hours 2.5 hours 160ºF/71ºC
Pork Chops (2-3 lbs/1-1.5 kg) 5 hours 2-3 hours 160ºF/71ºC
*For 6-quart slow cooker only. Adjust the size and weight of food to fit 5-quart (or smaller) slow cooker.
NOTE: If cooking dense vegetables (such as potatoes or other root vegetables) with meats, check for doneness when
desired meat temperature is reached. These types of vegetables may take longer to cook when cooked with meats/foods
such as those listed in the Cooking Guide above.
Cooking Guide for Probe Per USDA food safety guidelines.
Visit foodsafety.gov for more information.

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Care and Cleaning
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Dishwasher-safe parts.
Press OFF ( ). Unplug cord from outlet. Remove crock and let cool.
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Wrap probe wire around handle
for storage.
• Handle the Crock and Glass Lid with care to ensure long life.
• Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes. For example, do not
place hot Crock or Glass Lid into cold water, or onto a wet surface.
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Avoid Crock and Glass Lid coming in contact with or bumping against
a faucet or other hard surfaces.
• Do not use Crock and Glass 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 Glass 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 the
Crock when empty. Never place the Crock on a burner or stove top.
• Do not place the Glass Lid in a microwave oven, conventional oven,
or on the stove top.
Electrical Shock Hazard. To reduce the risk of
electrical shock, do not immerse base in water.
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Tips for Slow Cooking
• Foods will continue to increase in temperature after desired
temperature has been reached.
• 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
the 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 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 the Crock, cover and refrigerate over-
night. In the morning, simply place the Crock in the slow
cooker.
• Do not use frozen, uncooked meat in the slow cooker.
Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking.
• Some foods are not suited for extended cooking in the slow
cooker. Pasta, seafood, milk, cream, or sour cream should be
added 2 hours before serving. Evaporated milk or condensed
soups are perfect for the slow cooker.
• The higher the fat content of the meat, the less liquid is needed.
If cooking meat with a high fat content, place thick onion slices
underneath so the meat will not sit on (and cook in) the fat.
• Slow cookers allow for very little evaporation. If making your
favorite soup, stew, or sauce, reduce the liquid called for in
the 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
crock.
• To keep previously cooked food warm (food that is already
at the desired temperature), select the Warm setting in any
of the three cooking modes: Program, Manual or Probe.
• The cooking time is not affected or slowed down by steam
or heat escaping from Probe Hole when probe is not in use.

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POTENTIAL PROBLEM
There is no display visible
on the control panel.
I can’t program the current
time on the control panel.
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
• Is the unit plugged in?
• Is the unit turned on? Display should flash SEL.
• Test that the electrical outlet is working with a lamp in known working order.
• Power interruption of 5 seconds or longer.
• There is no “clock” feature on this slow cooker, only a countdown timer.
• Was food cooked on the Warm setting? Do not cook on Warm setting; always cook on Low or High
heat settings.
• Was power interrupted (due to brownout, electrical storm, etc.) for 5 seconds or longer?
NOTE: For a power interruption of 5 seconds or less, the slow cooker will remember the programmed
heat and time 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, 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 the shorter or longer time 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 hours based on a Low heat recipe?
• Foods will continue to increase in temperature after desired temperature has been reached.
Troubleshooting

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Quick Temperature Probe Recipes
How much does your slow cooker hold? The capacity of your slow cooker refers to the amount the crock can hold if it is filled to the rim.
However, we DO NOT recommend filling to the rim. As a rule, you should select recipes that yield 1 quart less than the capacity of your crock.
For example, if your Slow Cooker is 6-quarts, your best results will be achieved using recipes that yield 5 quarts or less.
Maple Boneless Pork Roast
Place 4–5 lb. (2–2.2 kg) boneless pork roast in slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper. Pour 1/2 cup (125 ml) of good quality maple syrup over
pork. Spread top of pork roast with 3 teaspoons (15 ml) of Dijon mustard. Top with 3 tablespoons (45 ml) brown sugar. Cover, insert probe, and
cook according to Cooking Guide.
Chicken Pieces with Lemon and Fresh Rosemary
Rinse and pat dry 4 lb. (2 kg) chicken pieces. Place pieces evenly in bottom of slow cooker. Juice one lemon and pour over chicken. Sprinkle
chicken liberally with paprika. Top with 3–4 sprigs of fresh rosemary. Cover, insert probe, and cook according to Cooking Guide.
Cuban Pork Roast
In a small bowl mix together 1 teaspoon (5 ml) chili powder, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground cumin, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pepper,
3 tablespoons (45 ml) fresh lemon juice, 3 tablespoons (45 ml) fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) oil, and 1/4 cup (60 ml) dry sherry. Place
3–5 lb (1.5–2.2 kg) pork roast in ziptop bag and pour mixture over. Marinate overnight in refrigerator. When ready to cook place roast in slow
cooker. Cover, insert probe, and cook according to Cooking Guide.
Creole Chicken
Remove neck and giblets from 3–4 lb. (1.5–2 kg) whole chicken. Rinse, pat dry and season with Creole seasoning (available in the spice aisle of
most grocery stores). Place chicken in slow cooker. Cover, insert probe, and cook according to Cooking Guide.
5 OR 6 QUART SLOW COOKER
5 OR 6 QUART SLOW COOKER
5 OR 6 QUART SLOW COOKER
5 OR 6 QUART SLOW COOKER
Refer to Cooking Guide for cooking times and temperatures.
Refer to Probe Mode section for probe instructions.

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Apricot Glazed Chicken
Remove neck and giblets from 3–4 lb. (1.5–2 kg) whole chicken. Rinse, pat dry and season with salt and pepper. Place in slow cooker and pour
contents of 12 oz. (360 ml) jar of apricot preserves over chicken. Cover, insert probe, and cook according to Cooking Guide.
Cajun Spiced Turkey Breast
Remove neck and giblets from 6–7 lb. (3–3.5 kg) turkey breast, rinse and pat dry. Using your favorite Cajun spice mix (available in spice aisle of
most grocery stores), season cavity and outside of turkey breast liberally. Place turkey breast side up, in slow cooker. Cover, insert probe, and
cook according to Cooking Guide.
Citrus Pineapple Smoked Ham
Place 7 1 /2 lb. (3.5 kg) precooked smoked ham in slow cooker. Press 1/2 cup (125 ml) of brown sugar on surface of ham. Drain one 16 oz. (454 g)
can of pineapple chunks, reserving juice, and place pineapple on and around ham. Pour 1/2 cup (125 ml) of reserved pineapple juice in bottom of
slow cooker. Zest one large orange and spread over ham. Cover, insert probe, and cook according to Cooking Guide.
6 QUART SLOW COOKER
6 QUART SLOW COOKER
5 OR 6 QUART SLOW COOKER
Quick Temperature Probe Recipes (cont.)

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