® MODELS/MODELOS MODÈLES/MODELOS 2690 2691 2692 2693 Instruc tion Manual & Recipe Booklet ® SUNBE AM SLOW COOKER Manuel d'Instruc tions et Livre de Ricette s ® MIJOTEUSE SUNBE AM Manual de Instruccione s y Libro de Recet as ® OLL A DE COCCÍON LENTA SUNBE AM Manual de Instruçõe s ® PANEL A DE COZIMENTO LENTO SUNBE AM IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. Unplug cord from wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning. 3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or base in water or other liquid. 4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 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. Return appliance to the nearest Sunbeam Appliance authorized service center for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment. 7. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by Sunbeam may cause fire, electrical shock or injury. 8. Do not use outdoors or for commercial purposes. 9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces, including the 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 using an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids. 12. To disconnect Slow Cooker, turn control to "OFF," 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 pot. 15. Do not use appliance for other than the intended use. 16. Avoid contact with moving parts. 2 THIS UNIT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY OR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN THE U.S. AND CANADA ONLY To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug fits a polarized outlet only one way; if the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS KNOW YOUR SLOW COOKER A B ® G F E ® D C A. Lid B. Handles C. Stirring Button (some models only) D. Control Knob E. Base F. Crock G. Self Stirring Paddle (some models only) 3 FEATURES PermaThermTM Crock ­ Insulated cooking crock is removable, break-resistant and dishwasher safe. Lift crock out of base by gripping on side handles and pulling upward. Control Knob ­ Adjust control knob to Low or High depending on the food being prepared and the desired cooking time. When not in use, the control knob should be turned to Off . (Some Models Only) ­ Cooks food on High setting then automatically Auto Low shifts to the Low setting for the remainder of the cooking cycle. Clear Lid ­ Fits neatly onto crock, retaining moisture and heat inside while allowing food to be visible from the outside. Lid is top-rack dishwasher safe. Wrap-Around Heating Element ­ Heating element wraps around entire crock, heating food evenly and thoroughly. Stirring Paddle (Some Models Only) ­ Self-stirring paddle moves along the bottom and sides of the Slow Cooker crock, consistently blending food and spices for better tasting meals and easier clean-up. Paddle is removable and top-rack dishwasher safe. (Some Models Only) ­ Press button to activate stirring mechanism; Stirring Button press again to turn off the stirring mechanism. USING YOUR SUNBEAM® SLOW COOKER · Before first use, wash crock, lid and paddle (Some Models Only) thoroughly in hot, soapy water; rinse and dry. NOTE: Do not immerse the Slow Cooker base in water. · Prepare recipe according to directions. Place in crock. · Lower crock into Slow Cooker base. Handles of crock align with the handles of the base. · Plug cord into 120 volt electrical outlet. · Turn unit on by selecting Low, High or Auto Low. (Some Models Only) Low Off High Auto Low Stir 4 Recipes will typically recommend Low or High; however, the setting can be adjusted based on the available cooking time. In general, Low is recommended for "all-day" cooking. One hour on High equals a little over two hours on Low. The Auto Low feature starts cooking on the High setting, then automatically shifts to the Low setting (after one-and-a-half to two hours) for the remainder of the cooking time. NOTE: When using Auto Low, the control knob stays in the Auto Low position and does not move, even though the temperature is shifting from High to Low. Auto Low is ideal when the desired completion time is unknown. · Place lid on top of crock during cooking unless otherwise specified in the recipe. · If desired, activate self-stirring paddle by pressing Stirring Button (Some Models Only). If stirring is not desired, Paddle can be turned off or removed completely. · Turn control to "OFF" when cooking is complete. · Remove food from crock, or use crock as a serving dish by lifting crock out of the base by the handles. The crock's PermaThermTM material will help keep food hot, even after it has been removed from the Slow Cooker. · The crock can be used to store food in the refrigerator. In fact, the crock's PermaThermTM material allows you to go from the refrigerator to the Slow Cooker then back again without any harm to the Slow Cooker or crock. · When Slow Cooker is not in use, be sure the Control Knob and the Stirring Paddle are turned off. CLEANING YOUR SLOW COOKER · Be sure Control Knob is turned to "OFF". Unplug cord from outlet. · To wash Crock, Lid and Paddle, remove components from the base and wash in hot, soapy water or place in a dishwasher. If crock is difficult to clean, soak in warm water before washing. · To clean the base of the Slow Cooker, wipe outer housing and liner with a damp cloth. · Never use harsh abrasives or chemicals. · Never immerse the base of the Slow Cooker in water or other liquids. USING YOUR STIRRING PADDLE (Some Models Only) To activate the stirring paddle, press the stir button next to the control knob. After a few seconds, the paddle will begin rotating; the paddle will move in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. If the paddle is obstructed while rotating, the stirring will stop for a few seconds, then the paddle will automatically reverse and begin stirring in the opposite direction. The stirring paddle can be turned off or on any time before, during or after the cooking cycle. If stirring is not needed, the paddle can be turned off by pressing the button, or removed completely by grasping the center of the paddle and lifting up from the base. 5 SLOW COOKING TIPS For best results, follow these guidelines when cooking with your Slow Cooker: · Slow Cooker should be at least half filled for optimum results. · Since the Slow Cooker is designed to cook over a prolonged period of time, cooking for an extra hour or so on the Low (or Auto Low) setting will not be detrimental to most recipes. · Certain foods should not be cooked for a long time; for example, dairy products, pastas and rice should be added to the Slow Cooker during the last two hours of the cooking cycle. · When cooking vegetables with meat, place vegetables on the bottom of the Slow Cooker. · When cooking frozen foods, increase cooking time accordingly. · When preparing meat, adding a small amount of water to Slow Cooker is recommended to keep the meat tender. The leaner the cut of meat, the more water is recommended. When using the Low setting, less liquid is needed since there is little evaporation. · Large pieces of meat and vegetables will cook faster if cut into small pieces prior to cooking. · If the recipe ends up with too much liquid, remove the lid and set the Slow Cooker on High until sufficient liquid has evaporated. · While some recipes recommend browning meat prior to slow cooking, it is not necessary, although it may improve the color of the meat. If making a casserole with meat, lightly coating the meat in flour and browning it before adding to the Slow Cooker may help to seal in the juices. · If a casserole needs to be thickened, set the Slow Cooker on high and mix in a thickening agent, such as flour and water; allow to simmer until thickened. · For optimum results, the last ingredients to be added to the Slow Cooker should be liquids and sauces. 6 Sunbeam Slow Cooker Recipes SLOW SNACK 1/4 cup melted butter or margarine 1 tsp. garlic salt 1 tsp. celery salt 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 2 Tbsp. grated parmesan cheese 3 cups pretzel sticks 1 cup salted peanuts 1/2 cup sunflower seeds 4 cups shredded wheat cereal 4 cups O-shaped oat cereal In Slow Cooker crock, mix together pretzels, cereals, peanuts and seeds. Sprinkle with salts, pepper and cheese. Pour melted butter over all; toss until well mixed. Cover and cook in Slow Cooker on low for approximately 3-1/2 hours. Uncover and cook for another 30 to 40 minutes, with stirring paddle activated (for models without a stirring paddle, stir occasionally during the last 30 minutes). Serve as an appetizer or snack. SERVES: SNACKS FOR PLENTY! BEEF & BEANS 2 pounds stew meat, cut into 2-cm cubes 1 cup barbecue sauce 1 cup beef bouillon 1 pound dry lima beans, prepared and drained Salt and pepper Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Place in Slow Cooker crock with barbecue sauce and bouillon. Cover and cook on low for approximately 5 hours. For enhanced flavor, activate stirring paddle or stir occasionally during beginning of cooking cycle. After 5-hour cooking cycle, add drained beans and cook on high for another 15 to 20 minutes. SERVES: 6 7 CREAMY CHICKEN 1 cut-up frying chicken 2 Tbsp. melted butter or margarine 1 tsp. seasoned salt 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, unprepared 3 ounces cream cheese, cut in cubes 1/2 cup sherry 1 Tbsp. chopped onion salt and pepper Wash chicken and pat dry. Brush with butter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place in Slow Cooker crock. Sprinkle seasoned salt. Cover and cook on low for approximately 5-1/2 hours. About 45 minutes before serving, mix soup, cream cheese, sherry and onion in small sauce pan. Cook until smooth. Pour over chicken in crock. Activate stirring paddle, cover and cook 30 minutes on low (for models without a stirring paddle, stir occasionally during the last 30 minutes). Serve with rice. SERVES: 4 BAKED BEANS BY WENDY 5 cups water 2-1/2 cups (1 pound) dry beans, rinsed and dried 1 Tbsp. canola oil 1 Tbsp. hickory seasoning 1-1/4 cups chopped onions 1 Tbsp. chopped chives 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1-1/2 tsp. salt Combine 4 cups of water and remaining ingredients, except the salt, in the crock. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or until beans are tender. Add remaining cup of water and cook another 2 hours. Add salt and activate stirring paddle or stir occasionally during last 15 minutes of cooking cycle. SERVES: 8 8 BEEF STEW 2 pounds beef stew meat cut into 2-cm cubes 1/2 cup flour 2 Tbsp. oil 1 bay leaf 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 medium onion, chopped 1 cup beef bouillon 1/4 tsp. pepper 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. sugar 1 Tbsp. brown sugar 6 carrots, peeled and sliced 1 cup celery, sliced 4 potatoes, peeled and sliced 12 small white onions 2 medium turnips, peeled and quartered 4 cups water Coat meat with 1/4 cup of flour. Set remaining flour aside. Heat oil in fry pan and brown meat in oil. Combine browned meat, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, chopped onion, bouillon, pepper, salt, sugar and vegetables in crock. Add enough water to cover all of the ingredients. Cover crock and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours. Thicken stew with remaining flour dissolved in a small amount of water, then cook on high for 10 to 15 minutes more or until stew is slightly thickened. SWEET SQUASH 3 acorn squash 1/4 cup melted butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 cup raisins 1/3 cup flake coconut salt and pepper Cut squash in half; remove seeds. Wash and drain excess water but do not dry. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place in crock. Cover and cook on low for 3 to 5 hours or until tender. Remove from crock. Set (cut side up) on broiler pan and brush insides with melted butter. Mix brown sugar, raisins and coconut; spoon into squash. Bake in 400°F/205°C oven for about 15 minutes. SERVES: 6 9 GREAT GREEN BEANS 1/4 pound salt pork 2 medium tomatoes 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. pepper 2 pounds fresh green beans 2 cups beef bouillon 1/2 tsp. sugar Dice salt pork and spread over bottom of crock. Wash beans. Break each bean into 2 ­ 3 pieces and place over salt pork. Peel, seed and cube tomatoes; spoon over beans. Add bouillon with salt, sugar and pepper. Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or until beans are tender. Drain and serve hot. SERVES: 8 TRACI'S ...