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Slow Cooker Safety................................ 2
Know Your Slow Cooker ...................... 3
How to Use Your Slow Cooker............ 3
Cleaning Your Slow Cooker ................ 6
Optional Features.................................... 7
Customer Assistance ............................ 8
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be observed,
including the following:
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 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 assistance number for
information on examination, repair or
electrical or mechanical adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments
not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause fire, electric
shock or injury.
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
using an appliance containing hot oil
or other hot liquids.
12. To disconnect slow cooker, turn control
knob to Off; remove plug from outlet.
13. Caution: To prevent damage or shock
hazard do not cook in base. Cook only
in removable liner.
14. Avoid sudden temperature changes,
such as adding refrigerated foods into
a heated crock.
15. Do not operate appliance in any way
other than intended use.
This product is intended for household
use only.
This appliance is equipped with a polarized
plug. This type of plug has one blade wider
than the other. The plug will fit into an
electrical outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If
the plug should still fail to fit, contact an
electrician to replace the obsolete outlet.
Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.
To avoid an electrical circuit overload do not
use a high wattage appliance on the same
circuit with the slow cooker.
This appliance has a short cord to reduce
the hazards of becoming entangled or
tripping over a longer cord. An extension
cord may be used if electrical rating of
extension cord is equal to or greater than
the rating of the slow cooker. Use only
an extension cord rated 10 amperes or
greater. Care must be taken to arrange
extension cord so that it will not drape
over a countertop or tabletop where it can
be tripped over or pulled on by children.
CAUTION: Keep lid latch away from children.
This feature, available on selected models
(see page 7), is not a toy.
Slow Cooker Safety
Consumer Safety Information
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Cover
Crock
Base
Control Knob
Know Your Slow Cooker
Parts and Features
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How to Use Your Slow Cooker
1. Before first use, wash Cover and
Crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and
dry. Do not immerse Base in water.
2.
Prepare recipe according to instructions.
Place food in Crock and cover.
3. Plug cord into outlet. Select
temperature setting.
4.
When finished, turn to Off and
unplug
Base. Remove food from Crock.
5. Let Crock and Cover cool slightly
before washing.
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Control Knob and Temperature Settings
If You’ve NEVER Used a Slow Cooker
The Control Knob on the slow cooker offers Low and
High temperature settings for cooking. The Keep
Warm setting is for holding the prepared recipe at a
perfect serving temperature.
The Keep Warm setting should only be used after a
recipe has been thoroughly cooked. Food should not
be reheated on the Keep Warm setting. If food has
been cooked and then refrigerated it must be reheated
on Low or High and then switched to Keep Warm.
CAUTION: The Keep Warm setting should only be used after completely cooking
the recipe according to the instructions. The food must be hot enough to prevent
bacterial growth before using the Keep Warm setting. Do not use the Keep Warm
setting to reheat any food that has been refrigerated or frozen.
Cooking in a slow cooker is easy but
different from conventional methods.
Take a few minutes and read “How to
Use” and “Tips for Slow Cooking.”
Then try some of the recipes in the
Hamilton Beach “One Step Prep
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Slow Cooker Recipe Book” included
with your slow cooker.
You’ll soon be convinced that a slow
cooker is a necessity. There are also
many slow cooker recipe books available
in the library or bookstore. If you have
any questions, call our toll-free customer
service number. We’ll be glad to help.
If You’ve Used a Slow Cooker Before
You are probably ready to develop
new recipes for use in your slow cooker.
If the recipe was originally cooked in a
saucepan on the stovetop, or slow roasted
in the oven, adapting the recipe should
be easy.
Our slow cooker heats from the sides.
The Base slowly raises the temperature
of the Crock. Whether cooked on Low
or High, the final temperature of the
food is the same, about 200°F. The
only difference is the amount of time
the cooking process takes. Read the
section on “Adapting Recipes” for
more information.
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Tips for Slow Cooking
The Cover of the slow cooker does not
form a tight fit on the Crock but should
be centered on the Crock for best results.
Do not remove the Cover unnecessarily—
this results in major heat loss. Do not
cook without Cover in place.
Stirring is not necessary when slow cooking.
However, if cooking on High, you may
want to stir occasionally.
Slow cooking retains most of the
moisture in foods. If a recipe results in
too much liquid at the end of the cooking
time, remove the Cover, turn the Control
Knob to High, and reduce the liquid by
simmering. This will take 30 to 45 minutes.
The slow cooker should be at least
half-filled for best results.
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 overnight.
In the morning, simply place Crock
in the slow cooker and select the
temperature setting.
Meat and poultry require at least 7 to 8
hours on Low. Do not use frozen meat
in the slow cooker. Thaw any meat or
poultry before slow cooking.
Removing Cover and Crock
When removing the Cover, tilt so that
the opening faces away from you to
avoid being burned by steam.
The sides of the Base of the slow
cooker get very warm because
the heating elements are located
here. Use the handles on the Base
if necessary. Use hot mitts to remove
the Crock.
Basic Cooking Chart/Hours Required
HEAT SETTING LOW HIGH
4 lb. Whole Chicken 8 4
3-4 lb. Beef Roast 10 5
3-4 lb. Boneless, Smoked Ham 8 4
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Adapting Recipes
Some ingredients 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.
Many things can affect how quickly
a recipe will cook. The water and fat
content of a food, the temperature of
the food, and the size of the food will
all affect the cooking time. Food cut
into pieces will cook faster than whole
roasts or poultry.
Most meat and vegetable combinations
require at least 7 hours on Low.
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 and cook in the fat.
Some recipes call for browning the
meat before slow cooking. This is only
to remove excess fat or for color; it is
not necessary for successful cooking.
Slow cookers have very little evaporation.
If making your favorite soup, stew, or
sauce, reduce the liquid or water called
for in the original recipe. If too thick,
liquids 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.
Cleaning Your Slow Cooker
1. Turn the Control Knob to Off.
Unplug cord from outlet.
2. Remove Crock and Cover from Base
and let cool.
3. Wash the Crock and the Cover in
hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
The Crock and the Cover may also
be washed in the dishwasher. If you
have a plastic Cover, please place on
top rack of dishwasher.
4. Wipe the Base with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleansers.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, do not immerse Base in water.
Crock and Glass Cover Precautions and Information
• Please handle the Crock and Cover
carefully to ensure long life.
• Avoid sudden, extreme temperature
changes. For example, do not place a
hot Cover or Crock into cold water or
onto a wet surface.
• Avoid hitting the Crock and Cover
against the faucet or other hard
surfaces.
• Do not use Crock or Cover if chipped,
cracked, or severely scratched.
• Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal
scouring pads.
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• The bottom of the Crock is very rough
and can damage the countertop.
Use caution.
• The Crock and the Cover 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 the Crock when
empty. Never place the Crock on a
burner or stove top. Do not place the
Cover in a microwave oven, conventional
oven, or on the stove top.
Optional Features (on selected models)
The Lid Latch secures the cover while moving,
transporting, or storing the slow cooker. To use Lid
Latch, place the white band into the groove located
under one of the handles. Stretch the band to the
other side of the slow cooker and secure it in the
groove under the other handle.
Once the band is attached, it can also be crossed
over the knob to further secure the lid.
The Lid Latch is not a toy. Keep out of reach of
children.
The Carrying Case can be used when you need to
transport the slow cooker to another location. First
attach the Lid Latch. Secure the electric cord of the
slow cooker with a rubber band or twist tie. Then set
the slow cooker in the Carrying Case with the cord
under the slow cooker. Fit the handles of the slow
cooker through the openings in the case. Zip the
case and use caution when carrying any hot foods.
The Carrying Case can be cleaned by wiping with a damp sponge. For bigger spills,
hand wash the case in cold water and mild detergent.
DO NOT PLUG IN AND TURN ON WHEN THE SLOW COOKER IS STILL IN THE CARRYING CASE.
To order the Lid Latch or Carrying Case, please call our toll-free customer assistance
number: 1-877-207-0923.
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840070700
WAL★MART Stores, Inc.
Bentonville, AR 72716
What does your warranty cover?
• Any defect in material or workmanship.
For how long after the original purchase?
• Two years.
What will we do?
• Provide you with a new, or at our option,
a reconditioned unit.
• The exchange unit is warranted for the
remainder of your product’s original
two-year warranty period.
How do you make a warranty claim?
• Properly pack your unit. We recommend
using the original carton and packing
materials.
• Include in the package a copy of the sales
receipt or other evidence of date of
original purchase. If the unit was a gift,
provide a statement specifying the date
received. Also print your name and
address and a description of the defect.
• Return the product to your nearest
WAL
★
MART store or ship the unit via
UPS Ground Service (or equivalent) to:
WAL
★
MART
263 Yadkin Road
Southern Pines, NC USA 28387
• A new or reconditioned unit will be
shipped to you prepaid freight.
What does your warranty not cover?
• Glass parts, glass containers, cutter/strainer,
blades and/or agitators.
• Commercial use or any other use not
found in printed directions.
• Damage from misuse, abuse, or neglect.
• Products purchased or serviced outside
the USA.
How does state law relate to this warranty?
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
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WAL★MART expressly disclaims all
responsibility for consequential damages
or incidental losses caused by use of this
appliance. Some states do not allow this
exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential losses so the foregoing
disclaimer may not apply to you.
What if you purchased this product in the
USA and encounter a problem while using it
outside the USA?
• Follow the shipping directions provided
for warranty claims.
For products purchased outside the United
States and Canada, see dealer for warranty.
WAL★MART Stores, Inc.
Bentonville, AR 72716
Two-Year Limited Warranty
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General Electric Company
and is used under license by
WAL★MART Stores, Inc.
Bentonville, AR 72716
If you have a claim under this warranty, please call our Customer Assistance Number.
For faster service please have model, series, and type numbers ready for operator to
assist you. These numbers can be found on the bottom of your slow cooker.
MODEL: ________________ TYPE: _________________ SERIES: __________________
Customer Assistance Number 1-877-207-0923
Keep this number for future reference!
E-mail inquiries: www.wal-mart.com
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