Hamilton Beach 33958 User Manual

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Programmable

Slow Cooker

Mijoteuse

programmable

Olla de Cocción

Lenta Programable

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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. 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 a hot gas or 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 controls to OFF (O) and 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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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 nonfood 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 fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.

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.

REMOVING LID AND CROCK

When removing lid, tilt so that opening faces away from you to avoid being burned by steam.

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.

• The bottom of the crock is very rough and can damage the 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 oven-proof, but never heat crock when empty. Never place lid on a burner or stove top. Do not place lid in a microwave oven, conventional oven, or on stove top.

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 oven mitts to remove crock.

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Parts and Features

*To order parts: US: 1.800.851.8900 Canada: 1.800.267.2826 www.hamiltonbeach.com

Lid Latch*

(optional accessory)

The Lid Latch™ helps secure lid while moving, transporting, or storing slow cooker. Do not use Lid Latch™ while cooking. See Care and Cleaning section for more information on how to use Lid Latch™.

Glass Lid*

(Lids may vary in appearance depending on model.)

Base Handles

Base

Control Panel/ Display

Crock Capacity

For best results, fill the crock at least half full but no more than one inch from the rim. If only half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe.

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

Probe Hole

Crock*

Probe*

(available on some models)

Probe Jack

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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

Food Safety Hazard.

w WARNING

Food must be hot enough to prevent bacterial growth before using Warm setting. The Warm setting should only be used after a recipe has been thoroughly cooked. Do not reheat food on Warm setting. If food has been cooked and then refrigerated, reheat it on LOW or HIGH and then switch to Warm. Visit foodsafety.gov for more information.

Press ON (I).

Press arrows to select heat setting.

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Press PROGRAM. Cooking Time will illuminate.

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.

Press arrows to select cooking time.

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.

Press ENTER. Heat Setting will illuminate.

Manual Mode

Food Safety Hazard.

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Press ON (I). Press MANUAL. Heat Setting will

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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illuminate.

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

Press arrows to select heat setting.

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.

Probe Mode

Food Safety Hazard.

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Make sure probe is in center of food and not touching bottom of crock.

Insert probe into jack on side of slow cooker.

Press ON (I).

NOTE: To change temperature display from ºF to ºC:

Press PROBE and ENTER at the same time.

The temperature in ºC will now be displayed.

If slow cooker is unplugged, it will reset to ºF.

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Press arrows to select desired heat setting. Select HIGH or LOW.

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Press ENTER. Desired Temp will illuminate.

Press PROBE. Heat Setting will be illuminated.

Press arrows to select desired temperature.

Probe Mode (cont.)

Press ENTER. COOK will display and 3-second beep will sound.

NOTE: Unit will automatically start in 20 seconds if ENTER is not pressed.

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.

To monitor temperature after food is cooked:

1. Press OFF (O) (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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Visit www.foodsafety.gov for more information on safe internal cooking temperatures.

Cooking Guide for Probe

FOOD/WEIGHT LOW HIGH DESIRED TEMP

Beef Roast (3 lbs/1.5 kg) 3–4 hours 1.5 hours 145°F/63°C Beef Brisket (4–5 lbs/2–2.2 kg) 8 hours 6 hours 145°F/63°C Turkey Breast (6–7 lbs/3–3.5 kg)* 6–7 hours 3–4 hours 180°F/82°C Whole Chicken (4–6 lbs/2–3 kg) 6 hours 4 hours 180°F/82°C Chicken Pieces (bone-in) (3–4 lbs/1.5–2 kg) 4–5 hours 1.5 hours 180°F/82°C Chicken Breasts (4 lbs/2 kg) 4 hours 3.5 hours 180°F/82°C Fully Cooked Ham (7.5 lbs/3.5 kg)* 4–5 hours 3 hours 145°F/63°C Pork Tenderloin (2–3 lbs/1–1.5 kg) 2–3 hours 1.5–2 hours 160°F/71°C Pork Roast (4–5 lbs/2–2.2 kg) 4–5 hours 2.5 hours 160°F/71°C Pork Chops (2–3 lbs/1–1.5 kg) 5 hours 2–3 hours 160°F/71°C

* 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.

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Care and Cleaning

w WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard.

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

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Press OFF (O).

Wrap probe wire around handle for storage.

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Remove crock and let cool.

5 – LID LATCH™ 6 – LID LATCH™

Place latch under one handle. Stretch to other side and secure under other handle.

Once attached, latch can also be crossed over knob to secure lid.

DISHWASHER-SAFE

DO NOT use the “SANI” setting when washing in the dishwasher. “SANI” cycle temperatures could damage your product.

Tips for Slow Cooking

• 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 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.

Food Safety Tips

• Do not use frozen, uncooked meat in the slow cooker. Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking.

• Visit www.foodsafety.gov for more information on safe internal cooking temperatures.

• To store leftovers after cooking, do NOT place the entire crock in the refrigerator since contents will take too long to cool. Instead, divide leftovers into smaller containers and place into refrigerator.

• 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.

• Never allow undercooked or raw meat to sit at room temperature in the slow cooker. Once meat is placed into the crock, it should be cooked immediately (unless prepping slow cooker the night before, where crock should be placed into the refrigerator).

IF YOU LIVE IN A HIGH-ALTITUDE AREA:

The Extension service will have detailed information about cooking for your area. To locate the Cooperative Extension service in your county, please visit: http://www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/.

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Troubleshooting

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/SOLUTION

• 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 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 select hours based on a Low heat recipe?

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

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Quick Temperature Probe Recipes

Refer to Cooking Guide for cooking times and temperatures. Refer to Probe Mode section for probe instructions.

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.

5- OR 6-QUART SLOW COOKER

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.

5- OR 6-QUART SLOW COOKER

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.

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5- OR 6-QUART SLOW COOKER

Quick Temperature Probe Recipes (cont.)

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.

5- OR 6-QUART SLOW COOKER

6-QUART SLOW COOKER

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