Hamilton Beach 33247, 33252, 33147 User Manual

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Programmable Slow Cooker

Mijoteuse programmable

Olla de cocción lenta programable

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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 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 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

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 removable stoneware crock or base on or near

hot gas or an electric burner. Do not place slow cooker base
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, press OFF button on control;

remove plug from wall outlet.

13. CAUTION: To prevent damage or shock hazard do not cook in

base. Cook only in removable stoneware crock.

14. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated

foods into a heated removable stoneware 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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Parts and Features

Glass Lid

(Lids may vary
in appearance
depending on
model.)

Base

Easy-Clean
Touch Pad

Removable
Stoneware
Crock

Base
Handles

Clip Hook

Stainless Steel Wire Clip

Clip Latch

Lid Seal

Steam Vent Holes

Optional Accessories

(available on select models)

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LOW

HIGH

WARM

T

E

MP

6

4

8

2

10

HOUR

S

O

N

/

F

O

F

4

Cooking Mode

TEMP HOURS

HIGH WARM

2

4

6

8

10

LOW

O

N

/

O

F

F

1

TEMP

HIGH WARM

2

LOW

O

N

/

O

F

F

2

WARM

2

4

6

8

10

O

N

/

O

F

F

3

Turn unit on by pressing ON/OFF
button. The unit will automati­cally default to a cooking time
of 4 hours on HIGH.

Select desired cooking temper­ature by pressing the TEMP
button.

NOTE: Do not use WARM
setting to cook or reheat food.

Adjust cooking time by pressing
the HOURS button. 2, 4, 6, 8, or
10 hours can be selected. Once
a time has been selected, the
unit will begin to count down in
two-hour increments.

Once the number of cooking
hours has elapsed, the unit will
shift to a “keep warm” mode for
a total of 4 hours, then shut off.
The WARM and 4 LED lights will
illuminate and the timer will
begin to count down.

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

Electrical Shock Hazard.

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse base in water.

w WARNING

NOTES:

• The cooking temperature and
selected cooking hours func­tion independently of one
another and either may be
changed at any time. When a
new cooking time is selected,
the unit will reset to count
down from the new number
of hours chosen.

• As a safety precaution, the
unit will not cook for more
than 14 hours continuously
and will shut off automatically.

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Care and Cleaning

TEMP HOURS

HIGH WARM

2

4

6

8

10

LOW

O

N

/

O

F

F

3

4

1 2

DISHWASHER-SAFE

Press OFF.

Unplug cord from outlet. Let removable stoneware crock

cool before removing.

• Handle the removable stoneware crock and glass lid with care to ensure long life.

• Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes. For example, do not place hot removable
stoneware crock or glass lid into cold water, or onto a wet surface.

• Avoid removable stoneware crock and glass lid coming in contact with or bumping against a
faucet or other hard surfaces.

• Do not use removable stoneware crock and glass lid if chipped, cracked, or severely scratched.

• Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads.

• The bottom of the removable stoneware crock is very rough and can damage the countertop.
Use caution.

• The removable stoneware crock and glass lid can become very hot. Use caution. Do not place
directly on any unprotected surface or countertop.

• The removable stoneware crock is microwave safe and oven proof, but never heat the remov-
able stoneware crock when empty. Never place the removable stoneware 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.

w WARNING

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Tips for Slow Cooking

• Foods will continue to increase in temperature after desired
temperature has been reached.

• The removable stoneware 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 removable stoneware 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 removable stoneware crock, cover
and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, simply place the
removable stoneware crock in the slow cooker.

• Do not plug steam vent holes with paper towels or other
objects. Steam vent holes allow steam to escape and wattage
has been adjusted to compensate for heat loss.

• 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
removable stoneware crock.

• To keep previously cooked food warm (food that is already
at the desired temperature), select the Warm setting.

• Reduce temperature of leftover food as quickly as possible by
dividing the meal into smaller portions and placing into shallow,
airtight containers to be refrigerated.

Visit www.hamiltonbeach.com for our
complete line of products and Use and Care
Guides – as well as delicious
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PROBLEM

Cannot select TEMP
and/or HOURS settings.

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?

• Test that the electrical outlet is working with a lamp in known working order.

• Was food cooked on the Warm setting? Do not cook on Warm setting; always cook on Low or
High heat 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 a shorter or longer time is needed.

• Was the removable stoneware crock at least half-full? The slow cooker has been designed to
thoroughly cook food in a filled removable stoneware crock. If the removable stoneware 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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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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