840113500
Slow Cooker .......................................... 2
USA: 1-800-851-8900
Mijoteuse
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Canada : 1-800-267-2826
Olla de cocción
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En México: 01-800-71-16-100
Le invitamos a leer cuidadosamente este instructivo antes de usar su aparato.
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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 tollfree customer service number for
information on examination, electrical
repair, mechanical repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not
recommended by Hamilton
Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc. 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 ( O ); 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.
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.
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 intended to help reduce the risk of
electrical shock. If you are unable to insert
the plug into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact a qualified electrician to replace the
obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat
the safety purpose of the polarized plug by
modifying the plug in any way.
To avoid an electrical circuit overload do not
use a high wattage appliance on the same
circuit with the slow cooker.
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.
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Parts & Features
1. Cover
2. Crock
3. Base
4. Control Knob
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, 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.
If You’ve NEVER Used a Slow Cooker
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. 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 book store. If you have
any questions, please call our toll-free
customer service number or check our
web site. We’ll be glad to help.
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Keep
Warm
Off
Low
High
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If You’ve Used a Slow Cooker Before
This slow cooker is designed to bring
ingredients up to cooking temperature
quickly. It may reach a full boil and cook
faster than other slow cookers you have
used. Because the slow cooker reaches
its cooking temperature rapidly, older
recipes may need to be adjusted. Some
recipes may now take less cooking time.
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.
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 less
than half-filled, reduce cooking
time.
• 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
uncooked meat in the slow cooker.
Thaw any meat or poultry before slow
cooking.
• 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.
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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 6 to7 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.
Slow cookers allow 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.
Adapting Recipes
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 ( O )and
unplug Base. Remove food from
Crock.
5. Let Crock and Cover cool slightly
before washing.
How to Use Your Slow Cooker
Cleaning Your Slow Cooker
1. Turn the Control Knob to Off ( O ).
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.
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.
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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.
Optional Feature
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.
• 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
oven proof, 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.
Recipes
Salsa con Queso
1 (8-ounce) block pasteurized processed
cheese product, cut in 2-inch pieces
2 cups salsa
1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chilies,
do not drain
Combine all ingredients in the crock. Stir well. Stir halfway through cooking time.
Serve with chips. Makes 8 servings.
Nacho Cheese Sauce
1 (1-pound) block pasteurized processed cheese
2 cups salsa
Cut cheese into thick slices. Pour salsa into crock then add cheese. Cover and
cook on High for 2 hours. Makes 8 servings.
2 teaspoons chili powder
1
⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese,
shredded
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Refried Bean Dip
2 (16-ounce) cans refried beans
1 (11⁄4
-ounce) package taco seasoning
Mix beans, seasoning mix, and cheese and place in crock. Cover and cook on
High for 2 hours. Makes 8 servings.
Sweet n’ Tangy Hotdogs
2 pounds hotdogs
(cut in 1 to 2-inch pieces)
1
⁄2 cup brandy
1 cup chili sauce
Combine brandy, chili sauce, grape jelly, orange marmalade, and chili powder. Stir
to mix. Place hotdogs in crock. Pour sauce over hotdogs. Cover and cook on
High for 4 hours. Makes 8 servings.
Chocolate Fondue
1 (8-ounce) box unsweetened
baking chocolate
1 (8-ounce) box semi-sweet
baking chocolate
1 (8-ounce) box white baking chocolate
Place all ingredients in crock. Cover and cook on High for 45 minutes then stir and
cook another 15 minutes. Use to dip fruit, cookies, or cake cubes. Makes 8 servings.
Vanilla Bread Pudding
1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
2 eggs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
3
⁄4 cup brown sugar
Combine milk, egg, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla in a bowl. Stir to
mix. Spray crock with nonstick cooking spray. Place bread cubes in crock. Pour
mixture over bread and gently press down bread cubes so all cubes are moist.
Cover and cook on High for 3 hours. Makes 4 servings.
Adobe Chicken
1 small sweet onion, sliced
4 cloves crushed garlic
1
⁄2 cup soy sauce
In a small bowl combine the onion, garlic, soy sauce and vinegar. Place chicken in
slow cooker and pour mixture over chicken. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
Makes 4 servings.
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla
6 slices bread, cut into 1-inch pieces
(about 6 cups)
1
⁄4 cup vinegar
11⁄2 to 2 pounds skinless boneless
chicken breast (cut in half)
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack
cheese
1 cup grape jelly
1 cup orange marmalade
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened
condensed milk
1 cup milk
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Beef Stroganoff
1 to 11⁄2 pounds top round steak,
cut into strips
Salt and pepper to taste
1
⁄2 onion, chopped
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed
cream of mushroom soup
1 (4 ounce) can canned mushrooms
1
⁄4 cup water
Place the beef in the bottom of a slow cooker, and season with salt and pepper.
Place onion on top of beef, and then add mushroom soup, mushrooms, and
water. Season with chives, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and bouillon. In a small
bowl, mix together the wine with the flour. Pour over the beef. Cover, and cook on
Low for 6 to 7 hours. Stir in the sour cream and parsley, and continue cooking for
1 hour. Serve over pasta or rice. Makes 4 servings.
Pepper Steak
1 pounds beef sirloin, cut into strips
Garlic powder to taste
1 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cube beef bouillon
1
⁄4 cup hot water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 small onion, quartered
Sprinkle strips of sirloin with garlic powder. In a large skillet over medium high
heat, heat the vegetable oil and brown the seasoned beef strips. Transfer to a
slow cooker.Mix bouillon cube with hot water until dissolved, then mix in cornstarch until dissolved. Pour into the slow cooker with meat. Stir in onion, green
peppers, stewed tomatoes, soy sauce, and sugar. Cover, and cook on High for 3
to 4 hours or on Low for 6 to 8 hours. Serve with rice. Makes 2 servings.
Taco Soup
1
⁄2 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon dry minced onion or
1 small onion, chopped
1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, with liquid
1
⁄4 cups water
In a medium skillet, over medium high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain, and set
aside.Place the ground beef, onion, chili beans, water, diced tomatoes, green chile
peppers and taco seasoning mix in a slow cooker. Mix to blend, cover, and cook
on High for 2 to3 hours or Low for 4 to 5 hours. Makes 4 servings.
1 tablespoon dried chives
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cube beef bouillon
1
⁄4 cup white wine (optional)
4 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 small green bell peppers, cut into
strips
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes,
with liquid
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 (14.5 ounce) cans peeled and diced
tomatoes
1 (4 ounce) can diced mild green Chile
peppers, do not drain
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
mix
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French Dip
2 to 3 pounds rump roast
1 (10.5 ounce) can beef broth
1 (0.2 ounce) envelope of dry onion
soup & dip mix
Trim excess fat from the rump roast, and place in a slow cooker. Add the beef
broth, onion soup and beer. Cook on Low setting for 7 hours or high for 3 hours
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Split French rolls, and spread with butter. Bake 10 minutes,
or until heated through. Slice the meat on the diagonal, and place on the rolls.
Serve the sauce for dipping. Makes 4 servings.
1 cup beer
4 French rolls
2 tablespoons butter
LIMITED WARRANTY
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship
for a period of one hundred eighty (180) days from the date of original purchase,
except as noted below. During this period, we will repair or replace this product,
at our option, at no cost. THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY
OTHER WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL
INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY LIABILITY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT
EQUAL TO THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AND ALL CLAIMS FOR SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED.
There is no warranty with respect to the following, which may be supplied with
this product: glass parts, glass containers, cutter/strainer, blades and/or agitators.
This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not
cover a defect resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect, use for commercial purposes, or any use not in conformity with the printed directions. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary
from state to state, or province to province. 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.
If you have a claim under this warranty, DO NOT RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO
THE STORE! Please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER. (For faster service
please have model, series, and type numbers ready for operator to assist you.)
CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBERS
In the U.S. 1-800-851-8900
In Canada 1-800-267-2826
Web site address: www.proctorsilex.com
KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
Customer Service
If you have a question about your slow cooker, call our toll-free customer service
number. Before calling, please note the model, type, and series numbers and fill in
that information below. These numbers can be found on the bottom of your slow
cooker. This information will help us answer your question much more quickly.
MODEL: ______________ TYPE: _______________ SERIES: _________________
This warranty applies to products purchased in the U.S. or Canada.
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