Slow Cooker
Instruction Booklet
This book covers the use and care of the following Sunbeam slow cookers: HP5500 Slow Cooker - 5.5 litre slow cooker with crock insert
HP4500 Slow Cooker - 4.5 litre slow cooker with crock insert
Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.
Contents
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions |
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Features of your Slow Cooker 5.5L - HP5500 |
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Features of your Slow Cooker 4.5L - HP4500 |
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An introduction to Slow Cooking |
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Using your Slow Cooker |
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Tips for Slow Cooking |
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Care and Cleaning |
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Recipes |
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Soups |
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Main Meals |
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Desserts |
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Important instructions – retain for future use.
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR |
• Use your slow cooker well away from walls and |
SUNBEAM SLOW COOKER. |
curtains. |
• Do not operate the slow cooker on an inclined |
• Do not use your slow cooker in confined |
surface. |
spaces. |
• Do not move or cover the slow cooker while in |
• Do not touch any metal surface of the slow |
operation. |
cooker whilst in use as it will be hot. |
•Do not immerse the base of the slow cooker in water or any other liquid.
Sunbeam are very safety conscious when |
• Do not use an appliance for any purpose |
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designing and manufacturing consumer products, |
other than its intended use. |
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but it is essential that the product user also |
• Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas |
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exercise care when using an electrical appliance. |
flame, electric element or on a heated oven. |
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Listed below are precautions which are essential |
Do not place on top of any other appliance. |
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for the safe use of an electrical appliance: |
• Do not let the power cord of an appliance hang |
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• Read carefully and save all the instructions |
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over the edge of a table or bench top or touch |
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provided with an appliance. |
any hot surface. |
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• Always turn the power off at the power outlet |
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before you insert or remove a plug. Remove |
by unskilled persons, some appliances are |
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by grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord. |
‘sealed’ using tamperproof screws. Such |
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• Turn the power off and remove the plug |
appliances should always be returned to the |
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when the appliance is not in use and |
nearest Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre |
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before cleaning. |
for adjustment or repair if required. |
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• Do not use your appliance with an extension |
• Do not operate any electrical appliance with a |
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cord unless this cord has been checked |
damaged cord or after the appliance has been |
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and tested by a qualified technician or |
dropped or damaged in any manner. If damage |
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service person. |
is suspected, return the appliance to the |
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• Always use your appliance from a power |
nearest Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre |
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outlet of the voltage (A.C. only) marked |
for examination, repair or adjustment. |
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on the appliance. |
• For additional protection, Sunbeam |
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• Close supervision is necessary when your |
recommend the use of a residual current |
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appliance is being used near children or |
device (RCD) with a tripping current not |
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infirm persons. |
exceeding 30mA in the electrical circuit |
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• Never leave an appliance unattended while |
supplying power to your appliances. |
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• Do not immerse the appliance in water |
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in use. |
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• Young children should be supervised to ensure |
or any other liquid unless recommended. |
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that they do not play with the appliance. |
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If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance, please visit www.sunbeam.com.au or contact the Sunbeam Consumer Service Line.
Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.
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Features of your Slow Cooker 5.5L - HP5500
Removable Crock Insert
The durable crock insert is removable to allow for convenient serving at the table, storing of leftovers and easy cleaning. The crock insert is also dishwasher safe for added convenience.
Quality Glass Lid
Fits neatly onto the crock insert to retain heat and moisture for best results. The transparent glass allows you to view the
food during cooking without lifting the lid, preventing the heat from escaping.
Temperature Control Dial
Allows you to select the desired temperature for each recipe. LOW for simmering and slow cooking, HIGH for faster cooking, and the AUTO setting which regulates cooking temperatures from high heat to a lower heat automatically.
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Power ON Light
Indicates that the slow cooker is turned on and heating.
Cool Touch Handles and Lid Knob
Allows you to lift and carry the slow cooker to the table for serving when hot.
Large 5.5 Litre Capacity
For cooking family-sized meals.
Wrap-Around Element
The element surrounds the crock insert to ensure even cooking. It prevents food from sticking to the bottom of the crock insert and eliminates the need to stir your food.
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Features of your Slow Cooker 4.5L - HP4500
Removable Crock Insert
The durable crock insert is removable to allow for convenient serving at the table, storing of leftovers and easy cleaning. The crock insert is also dishwasher safe for added convenience.
Quality Glass Lid
Fits neatly onto the crock insert to retain heat and moisture for best results. The transparent glass allows you to view the
food during cooking without lifting the lid, preventing the heat from escaping.
Temperature Control Dial
Allows you to select the desired temperature for each recipe. LOW for simmering and slow cooking, HIGH for faster cooking, and the AUTO setting which regulates cooking temperatures from high heat to a lower heat automatically.
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Power ON Light
Indicates that the slow cooker is turned on and heating.
Cool Touch Handles and Lid Knob
Allows you to lift and carry the slow cooker to the table for serving when hot.
4.5 Litre Capacity
Suitable for a smaller sized family.
Wrap-Around Element
The element surrounds the crock insert to ensure even cooking. It prevents food from sticking to the bottom of the crock insert and eliminates the need to stir your food.
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An Introduction to Slow Cooking
Slow cooking is one of the best ways of preparing foods to ensure that the flavour and tenderness is retained. Your new slow cooker is easy to use and is extremely versatile. You can cook soups, stews, casseroles, roasts, bake desserts and even steam puddings.
Slow cooking is also economical, as your new slow cooker uses very little power. Once the slow cooker reaches the selected temperature, the food cooks using the heat retained in the crock insert.
Your slow cooker is ideal for cooking tougher cuts of meat as the slow, moist heat tenderises it and enhances the flavours.
Your slow cooker is also very safe for keeping foods heated, as it operates at temperatures high enough to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.
Using your Slow Cooker
1.Before using your Sunbeam slow cooker for the first time, remove the crock insert and lid and wash them in warm soapy water. Dry thoroughly and replace.
2.Place the slow cooker on a flat level surface.
3.Prepare the food to be cooked and place inside the slow cooker. Replace the lid.
Note: Do not place very cold or frozen food in the crock insert if it has been preheated.
Important: The crock insert should not be placed under hot water if it has been taken directly from the freezer.
4.Insert the plug into a 230-240V power outlet and turn the power ON.
5.Select the desired setting on the temperature control dial: LOW, HIGH, or AUTO. The power on light will illuminate to indicate that the appliance is switched on.
Note: During the AUTO setting, heating temperatures will fluctuate from high heat in the initial cooking stages, settling down to a lower heat setting, automatically, for the cooking duration.
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