Hamilton Beach 33148 User Manual
Slow Cooker
Mijoteuse
Olla de cocción
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READ BEFORE USE
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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 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 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 appliance. Care must be taken to
arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop 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, 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!
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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 stovetop. Do not place
lid in a microwave oven, conventional oven, or on a stovetop.
• The smaller appetizer crock will nest inside of the larger, 4-quart
crock for easy storage.
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.
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Parts and Features
Lid
Base
Control Knob
2-Quart Appetizer
Crock
NOTE: The 2-quart
vessel is only intended
for cooking appetizers.
Base Handles
ON Indicator Light
Crock Capacity
For best results, fill the crock at least half full but no more than one inch from the rim. Leave approximately two inches between food and
crock rim when cooking soups and stews. If only half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe.
NOTES:
• Your slow cooker comes with two cooking vessels: the larger 4-Quart Crock and a smaller 2-Quart Appetizer Crock. Only cook in one crock
at a time—never cook in both vessels together or at the same time.
• The included glass lid fits both sizes of crocks and can be used interchangeably.
4-Quart Crock
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How to Use Your Slow Cooker
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Choose the desired crock for your recipe (small, appetizer-sized crock or
large, 4-quart crock). Never cook in both crocks at the same time.
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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.
Before First Use: Wash lid and both crocks in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
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Cleaning and Care
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DISHWASHER-SAFE
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Let cool; then remove crock.
Do not touch a hot crock with
bare hands.
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug,
or base in any liquid.
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Nest crocks gently to prevent
breakage or damage to rims.
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Tips for Slow Cooking
• When using the 2-quart vessel to cook cheese, high-sugar content
or chocolate-based recipes, use the low setting and stir frequently
to prevent burning.
• The crock should be at least half to three-quarters full 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 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.
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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?
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 cook for the correct number of hours based on cooking temperature (Low or High)?
• Foods will continue to increase in temperature after desired temperature has been reached.
Troubleshooting
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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.
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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