Proctor-Silex 33320FD, 33320 User Manual
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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 toll-free 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; 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.
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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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.
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.
Parts and Features
1. Cover
2. Crock
3. Base
4. Control Knob
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• 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.
Adapting Recipes
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 to
7 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.
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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.
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Cleaning Your Slow Cooker
1. Turn the Control Knob to Off. 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.
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.
Optional Feature on Selected Models
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.
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How to Use Your Slow Cooker
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 and unplug Base. Remove food
from Crock.
5. Let Crock and Cover cool slightly before washing.
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51⁄2-7 qt
3-5 qt
51⁄2-7 qt
3-5 qt
51⁄2-7 qt
Texas Chili Soup
3 5 (16 oz) cans red kidney beans, drained
1 2 (1.25 ounce) envelopes chili seasoning
1 2 (15 oz) cans tomato sauce
1
⁄2 1 cup chopped onion
11⁄2 3 lbs stew beef, cut in cubes
1 2 (14 oz) cans beef broth
1
⁄2 1 teaspoon salt
1
⁄2 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Combine all ingredients in the crock. Stir well. Cover and
cook on:
Low – 10 hours; OR High – 5 hours.
Makes 2 or 4
quarts.
New England Boiled Dinner
2 4 lbs boneless, smoked ham
1 2 (15 oz) cans whole potatoes, drained
1 2 (15 oz) cans carrots, drained
1 2 lbs of cabbage, cut in 6 wedges
1
⁄4
1
⁄2 cup water
Place the meat in the crock and fit the vegetables around it.
Cover and cook on:
Low – 8 hours; OR High – 4 hours.
Makes 6 or 12 servings.
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Indicates recipes that freeze well for later use.
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 listed capacity of your crock. For example, if your slow
cooker is labeled as a 6-quart slow cooker, your best results
will be achieved using recipes that yield 5 quarts or less.
About the Symbols
Our easy-to-use recipe symbols give you information
at-a-glance!
Italian-Style Beef Stew
2 4 lbs boneless beef stewing cubes
1 2 (10 oz) box frozen mixed vegetables
1 2 (16 oz) cans tomato sauce
11⁄2 3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1
⁄8
1
⁄4 cup chopped onion
1 2 (1.5 oz) envelope beef stew seasoning mix
Combine all ingredients in the crock. Stir well. Cover and cook
on:
Low – 10 hours OR; High – 5 hours.
Makes 2 or 4 quarts.
3-5 qt
51⁄2-7 qt
3-5 qt
These recipes list ingredients in sizes for medium
slow cookers (3 to 5 quarts) and large slow cookers
(51⁄2 to 7 quarts). Select the ingredient amount based
on your needs and the size of your slow cooker.
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