Hamilton Beach Slow Cooker 840096800 User Manual

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USA: 1-800-851-8900  
840096800  
 
Parts and Features  
If You’ve NEVER Used a Slow Cooker  
1. Cover  
Cooking in a slow cooker is easy but different from conven-  
tional 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.  
2. Crock  
3. Base  
4. Control Knob  
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.  
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.  
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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.  
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.  
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.  
• 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.  
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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• 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.  
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.  
• 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.  
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.  
Optional Feature on Selected Models  
4. Wipe the Base with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive  
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.  
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.  
Once the band is attached, it can also  
be crossed over the knob to further  
secure the lid.  
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Texas Chili Soup  
Recipes  
512-7 qt  
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.  
3-5 qt  
3
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5
2
2
1
3
2
1
1
(16 oz) cans red kidney beans, drained  
(1.25 ounce) envelopes chili seasoning  
(15 oz) cans tomato sauce  
cup chopped onion  
lbs stew beef, cut in cubes  
(14 oz) cans beef broth  
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!  
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112  
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12  
teaspoon salt  
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.  
These recipes list ingredients in sizes for medium  
3-5 qt  
slow cookers (3 to 5 quarts) and large slow cookers  
(512 to 7 quarts). Select the ingredient amount based  
512-7 qt on your needs and the size of your slow cooker.  
New England Boiled Dinner  
512-7 qt  
Indicates recipes that freeze well for later use.  
3-5 qt  
2
1
4
2
lbs boneless, smoked ham  
(15 oz) cans whole potatoes, drained  
(15 oz) cans carrots, drained  
lbs of cabbage, cut in 6 wedges  
cup water  
Italian-Style Beef Stew  
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2
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2
3-5 qt  
512-7 qt  
14  
12  
2
1
4
2
2
3
14  
2
lbs boneless beef stewing cubes  
(10 oz) box frozen mixed vegetables  
(16 oz) cans tomato sauce  
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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18  
1
teaspoons Worcestershire sauce  
cup chopped onion  
(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.  
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Orange-Juiced Pork Chops  
Hawaiian Chicken  
512-7 qt  
3-5 qt  
512-7 qt  
3-5 qt  
3
6
lbs skinless, boneless chicken  
breasts, halved  
(16 oz) cans pineapple slices, drained  
(15 oz) cans mandarin oranges, drained  
tablespoons cornstarch  
tablespoons brown sugar, packed  
tablespoons lemon juice  
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12  
1
12  
1
oz can frozen orange juice, undiluted  
cup brown sugar, packed  
teaspoons soy sauce  
tablespoons cornstarch  
teaspoon garlic powder  
(1-inch thick) boneless,  
center cut pork chops  
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12  
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6
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4
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12  
12  
teaspoon salt  
teaspoon ground ginger  
Combine all ingredients, except the meat, in the crock. Stir  
well. Add the meat and stir well to coat. Cover and cook on:  
Low – 6 to 8 hours; OR High – 3 to 4 hours. Makes 6 or 12  
servings.  
Combine all ingredients, except the chicken, in the crock. Stir  
well. Add the meat and stir well to coat. Cover and cook on:  
Low – 6 to 8 hours; OR High – 3 hours. Makes 6 or 12  
servings.  
Oriental Spareribs  
3-5 qt  
512-7 qt  
Onion-Coated Beef Roast  
2
2
1
4
4
2
tablespoons cornstarch  
3-5 qt  
512-7 qt  
tablespoons teriyaki sauce  
(10 oz) jars duck sauce or  
sweet and sour sauce  
14  
212  
1
12  
5
2
cup steak sauce  
lbs bottom round or rump beef roast  
tablespoons dried minced onion  
3
6
lbs country-style pork spare ribs  
Dissolve cornstarch in teriyaki sauce. Add duck sauce and  
put in crock. Stir well. Add the meat and stir well to coat.  
Cover and cook on: Low – 8 hours; OR High – 4 hours.  
Makes 4 to 8 servings.  
Pour steak sauce into the crock. Place meat in the crock  
and coat both sides with the sauce. Sprinkle each side with  
12 tablespoon of the dried onion. Cover and cook on: Low –  
10 hours; OR High – 5 hours. Makes 6 or 12 servings.  
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Sweet & Pungent Meat Balls  
Broasted New Potatoes  
512-7 qt  
3-5 qt  
512-7 qt  
3-5 qt  
3
1
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6
2
2
lbs new red potatoes, unpeeled  
tablespoons olive oil  
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(3 lbs) bags frozen cooked meatballs  
(12 oz) jars grape jelly  
envelopes zesty Italian dressing mix  
(12 oz) jars currant jelly  
(12 oz) bottles chili sauce  
(12 oz) bottles cocktail sauce  
Pour the oil in a plastic bag and add the potatoes and shake  
to coat well. Add the salad dressing mix and shake well until  
all the potatoes are coated. Place potatoes into the crock and  
cook on: Low – 8 hours; OR High – 4 hours. Makes 8 to 14  
servings.  
Combine all ingredients in the crock. Stir well. Makes 3 or 6  
quarts. Cover and cook on: Low – 6 hours; OR High – 3 hours.  
Tex-Mex Beef Barbecue  
Chocolate Fondue  
3-5 qt  
512-7 qt  
3-5 qt  
512-7 qt  
3
1
6
2
lbs brisket of beef  
(18 oz) bottles hickory-smoked  
barbecue sauce  
(1.25 oz) envelopes chili seasoning  
teaspoons chopped garlic  
teaspoons lemon juice  
tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce  
cup chopped onion  
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(8 oz) boxes semi-sweet baking chocolate  
(8 oz) boxes unsweetened baking chocolate  
(6 oz) boxes white baking chocolate  
(14 oz) cans sweetened condensed  
milk, not evaporated  
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cups milk  
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cup blackberry-flavored brandy,  
or other fruit-flavored brandy  
Combine all ingredients, except meat, in the crock. Stir well.  
Add meat and stir well to coat. Cover and cook on: Low – 10  
hours; OR High – 5 hours.  
Remove the meat and shred. Return the meat to the crock.  
Stir well. Serve on soft rolls. Makes 2 or 4 quarts.  
Suggested foods for dipping: Strawberries, pineapple chunks,  
banana chunks, cake cubes, marshmallows, and cookies.  
Combine all fondue ingredients in the crock. Stir well.  
Cover and cook on: High – 45 minutes*  
Stir well after 45 minutes. Turn Control Knob to Low. Serve  
immediately or keep warm as desired. Refrigerate leftovers  
and use as chocolate sauce. Makes: about 1 or 2 quarts.  
*Only the High setting is recommended for this recipe.  
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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 limita-  
tions 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  
KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!  
HAMILTON BEACH PROCTOR-SILEX,INC.  
263 Yadkin Road, Southern Pines, NC 28387  
PROCTOR-SILEX CANADA,INC.  
Picton, Ontario K0K 2T0  
840096800  
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