Hamilton Beach 33862 User Manual

Programmable 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 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: Risk of Electric Shock. 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:

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Parts and Features

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)

Lid Holder

(available on some models)

Lid Holder with Cord Wrap

(available on some models)

The lid holder on your slow cooker may be used interchangeably in two ways: Pointing upwards for supporting the lid and thereby allowing any liquid to drain into the crock (see Fig. 1) OR as cord storage (see Fig. 2).

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

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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.

Are you cooking a large cut of meat or using a recipe that requires food 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

1 2 3

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Press ON. 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.

Display will alternate between heat setting and remaining time.

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.

Electric Shock Hazard. Always cook in crock. Never cook in base.

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Manual Mode

Cooking Heat Desired

Actual

Temp

Setting

Time

Cooking Heat Desired

Actual

Temp

Setting

Time

MANUAL

ENTER

PROBE

2 3

Press ON. 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.

The display will alternate between COOK and heat setting (if HIGH or LOW is selected). If using Warm setting, display will remain on WARM.

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.

Electric Shock Hazard. Always cook in crock. Never cook in base.

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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 and 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.

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.

Press arrows to select desired temperature.

Insert probe into jack on side of slow cooker.

Before First Use: Wash glass lid and crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.

Electric Shock Hazard. Always cook in crock. Never cook in base.

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PROBE

ENTER

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.

The unit will turn off and display OFF after a total of 14 hours.

Probe Mode

(cont)

Cooking Heat Desired

Actual

Temp

Setting

Time

GRAM

Temp

Setting

Time

MANUAL

ENTER

PROBE

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.

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 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.

NOTES:

• 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.

• When cooking less expensive or tough cuts of meat, you should cook longer to achieve desirable results. The process of

slow-cooking the meat all day can tenderize the toughest meat. Long, slow-cooking breaks down the connective tissue that makes the meat tough.

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

Press OFF.

Unplug cord from outlet. Remove crock and let cool.

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.

• 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 ovenproof, but never heat the Crock when empty. Never place the Crock on a burner or stovetop.

• Do not place the Glass Lid in a microwave oven, conventional oven, or on the stovetop.

Electrical Shock Hazard.

Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or base in any liquid.

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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 overnight. 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?

Heat loss from probe hole.

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.

• Wattage of the slow cooker has been adjusted to compensate for any heat lost through the probe hole. DO NOT plug or cover the probe hole by placing a paper towel or other material in the hole.

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

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

5 OR 6 QUART SLOW COOKER

Quick Temperature Probe Recipes

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