Brentwood Appliances HP-3013BK Hot Pot Instruction Manual

: June 3, 2024
: Brentwood Appliances

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Specifications
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Documents / Resources

© 2021 Brentwood Appliances, Inc.
HOT POT
ITEM NO.: HP-3013BK (BLACK)
Operating and Safety Instructions

FOR INDOOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using this or any other electrical appliance, always follow these basic safety precautions, especially when children are present.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!
WARNING-To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious personal injury, and property damage please note the following:

This appliance is not intended for use by children. Keep the appliance out of reach of children and pets. Extra caution is necessary when using this appliance near children.
Always ensure the appliance is unplugged from the electrical outlet and allowed to cool before assembling, disassembling, relocating, or cleaning it.
Do not leave the appliance unattended while it is in use. Always unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet when not in use.
Do not immerse or expose the Base, Power Cord, or Plug of this appliance in water or other liquids.
Do not touch hot surfaces. ONLY use handles or knobs and protective oven mitts or gloves when handling products to avoid burns or personal injury.
Do not touch the stainless-steel shell or the steam from the glass cover to prevent burns while it is on.
To prevent an accident, slowly open the glass lid so that steam escapes in a direction away from you.
Do not store the appliance in a refrigerator.
This appliance generates heat and steam during use. Please take the proper precautions to avoid burns, fire, and personal or property damage. Only use on heat-resistant surfaces.
Do not use any parts that are not delivered with the original hot pot; this might cause danger. Do not place in or on other appliances.
Do not fill it with water while the appliance is in use.
Do not add water higher than the maximum water level, to prevent water from splashing out and scalding.
Do not use empty or with little water. Water should be higher than the lowest water level, to avoid overheating the hot pot.
Do not place appliances on or near a hot gas or electric burner, in a heated oven, or on other heated surfaces.
Use extreme caution when moving an appliance containing food or liquids.
Use the appliance in a well-ventilated area. Keep at least 4-6 inches of space on all sides of the product to allow adequate air circulation.
Use the appliance on a table or sturdy flat surface. Keep the appliance away from curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dishtowels, or other flammable materials.
Do not plug or unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet with a wet hand.
This appliance is intended solely for non-commercial, non-industrial, indoor household use in cooking food for human consumption.
Do not operate the appliance empty.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter where it may be tripped over or pulled. Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces.
Do not operate the appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug, if wires are exposed, if it malfunctions, if it is dropped or damaged, or if the motor housing is dropped in or exposed to water.
This product has no user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to examine or repair this product yourself. Please review the Warranty Policy on Page 9.
Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in a fire or electric shock.
Do not put any stress on the power cord where it connects to the appliance, as the power cord could fray and break.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

If the Glass Lid has chipped or cracked discontinue use.
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord is not recommended for use with this appliance, but if one must be used:
The marked electrical rating must be at least as great as that of the appliance.
If the appliance is of a 3-prong grounding type, the extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
Arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be tripped over or pulled.
If the appliance is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other blade) to reduce the risk of electrical shock. This is a safety feature. The plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug into the electrical outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Never use the plug with an extension cord unless you can fully insert the plug into the extension cord. Do not alter the plug. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

BEFORE FIRST USE
IMPORTANT: Please check all packaging material carefully before discarding it as there may be accessory parts contained within the packaging material. Remove any adhesive stickers and foreign objects before use.

Before your first use, clean the food-grade stainless steel with a damp cloth with a nonabrasive soap. Do not submerge the unit under water. Make sure to dry all parts thoroughly.
The Tempered Glass Lid can be washed under running water and also using a non-abrasive sponge and soap. Make sure to dry all parts thoroughly before using the appliance.
Before first use, add water to the maximum water level line, then boil the water and pour it out. This will clean the product and make it ready for use.

Brentwood Appliances HP-3013BK Hot Pot - 1

Accessory Included:
Steam Rack
Steam Bowl

Using Your Hot Pot
Attention: During the first use the heating element undergoes a minor chemical
reaction that may result in a slight odor and/or minor smoking. It quickly goes away.
CAUTION: Do not overfill the appliance or operate it when empty.
NOTE: When there is no water in the Hot Pot or if the water runs out during use, the boil-dry protection automatically switches off the heating element. Should this happen, turn the power switch off, unplug the unit, and allow it to cool before continuing to use or storing.
NOTE: When the max temperature is reached, the indicator light will turn off and heating will stop. Light will go back on to maintain temperature.

Place the Hot Pot on a sturdy flat and heat-resistant dry surface.
Plug the Hot Pot into the nearest Electric Outlet.
Turn on the temperature control switch to the desired setting.
CAUTION: Do not overfill the appliance above the ‘MAX’ line.
Add your ingredients to the Hot Pot and gently stir using only plastic or wood utensils during cooking, as metal can scratch and damage the stainless steel.
Once cooking is completed, turn the Temperature Control Switch to ‘Off’, and unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet.
Let stand and cool before cleaning (15 minutes).

Common Usage:
Boiling Water

Remove the glass lid, and add water lower than the ‘MAX’ level. Then cover it with a glass lid. Insert the plug into an electrical outlet. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired heat setting, the indicator light will go on and the hot pot will start heating.
Approximately 15 minutes later, the water will begin to boil, turn the temperature control dial to ‘Off’, Hot Pot will stop heating and the indicator light will go off. When no longer in use, always remember to unplug your appliance from the electrical outlet.

Noodles

Remove the glass lid, and add water lower than the ‘MAX’ level. Then cover it with a glass lid. Insert the plug into an electrical outlet. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired temperature ‘Boil’, the indicator light will go on and Hot Pot will start heating.
Approximately 15 minutes later, the water will begin to boil, remove the glass lid place noodles into the Hot Pot, and cover.
When water returns to a boil add some seasoning and mix. Turn the temperature control dial to ‘Warm’, for slow cooking. Cook the noodles according to personal taste, if done, turn the temperature control dial to ‘Off’, the hot pot will stop heating and the indicator light will go off. When no longer in use, always remember to unplug your appliance from the electrical outlet.

Steamboat / Hot Pot

Remove the glass lid, and add water or broth lower than the ‘MAX’ level. Then cover it with a glass lid. Insert the plug into an electrical outlet. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired temperature ‘Boil’, the indicator light will go on and Hot Pot will start heating.
Approximately 15 minutes later, the water will begin to boil, remove the glass lid and add in soup ingredients. Cook according to personal taste.
If you want to reduce the temperature, turn the dial to ‘Warm’, as the temperature will take a longer time to return to a boil. When you are done and no longer need to heat your food, turn the control dial to ‘Off’ this will turn ‘OFF’ the appliance completely. When no longer in use, always remember to unplug your appliance from the electrical outlet.

Steamed Eggs

Remove the glass lid, and add about an inch of water. Then place the Steam Rack into the Hot Pot and place your eggs on the rack. When steaming eggs, the eggs are not in contact with the water at all.
NOTE: For steamed eggs, set your timer for 6 minutes for soft-boiled, 10 minutes for hard-boiled with a translucent and bright yolk, or 12-15 minutes for cooked through hard-boiled. These times are approximations. If you double up the eggs in the pan and they are not in a single layer, you may need to add a couple of minutes or so to the cooking time for hard-boiled.
Then cover it with a glass lid. Insert the plug into an electrical outlet. Turn the temperature to boil and set a timer. The indicator light will go on and the hot pot will start heating.
Approximately 15 minutes later, the water will begin to boil.
Turn the control dial to ‘OFF’. When no longer in use, always remember to unplug your appliance from the electrical outlet.

Using your Steamer Bowl

Remove the glass lid, and add about an inch of water. Then place the Steam Rack into the Hot Pot.
Then cover it with a glass lid. Insert the plug into an electrical outlet. Turn the temperature to boil. The indicator light will go on and the hot pot will start heating.
Approximately 15 minutes later, the water will begin to boil.
Once boiling, place your vegetables into the Steam Bowl (included) and into the Hot Pot on the Steam Rack. Make sure the water level is just below the Steam Rack and lower than the Steam Bowl.
NOTE: Beware of hot steam when removing the glass lid. Keep your face away from the direction of the steam.
Cover the pot with the glass lid. Cook with the lid on, for just tender vegetables: Broccoli 3-5 minutes; Green Beans 4-5 minutes; Carrots 4-5 minutes (depending on the thickness of the cut); Cauliflower 10-12 minutes. 6. Turn the control dial to ‘OFF’. When no longer in use, always remember to unplug your appliance from the electrical outlet.
NOTE: Test a piece with a fork and taste it to assess whether it is done. The cook time will be different every time based on the thickness of how you have chopped them, and the maturity of the vegetable.

Tip – When steaming vegetables, rule number one is bringing the water to a boil first!
Cleaning Your Hot Pot:
Warning: Always unplug the appliance and allow it to cool before cleaning or storing.
Notice: Never immerse the unit, plug, or cord in water or any other liquid.

Wash the Hot Pot by hand using non-abrasive cleaners and pads with warm water.
To prolong the life of your hot pot we recommend not submerging the appliance. Use a water recipient to pour water in and carefully discard.
Do not use steel wool pads as they can damage the surface. You can use stainless steel cleaning agents.
The Tempered Glass Lid can be washed under running water with mild dish soap.
Rinse all parts thoroughly and dry. Reassemble and store in a cool, dry place. Away from the reach of children.
Cord Storage

Descaling:

Descaling is the removal of mineral deposits from stainless steel. All water contains minerals including purified and filtered water. After your hot pots first use, you may see the first signs of deposits which may be white to reddish brown in color. These stains are not rust nor are they toxic.
To descale your Hot Pot, fill it full of water, add a small amount of white vinegar, and boil. Unplug the Hot Pot and allow the solution to sit for an hour. For darker stains leave overnight. This will remove most deposits that have built up from normal use. Rinse out a solution, add fresh water, and boil again. Allow to cool, follow with a thorough cleaning, and dry before next use.

Specifications

Power Supply: 120V~60Hz
Power: 600W
Capacity: 1.3 Quarts
RECIPE IDEAS
These are suggestions (indications only) as some ingredients differ in origin, shape, and size.
NOTE: In general, let the soup come to a boil before adding in any food, and let it boil before taking any food out.
Hot Pot Vegetable Ideas
Time: Approx. 12-15 minutes for potatoes and a quick dip for leafy greens

Leafy greens: Spinach, Watercress, Kale, Chard
Lettuce: Green Leaf, Romaine, Iceberg
Cabbage: Siu Choi, Napa, Kole, Green
Mushrooms: Enoki, Shitake, Oyster, King| Hearty Vegetables: Broccoli, Cauliflower, Lotus Root, Corn
Starchy Vegetables: Daikon, Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Taro
Tomatoes: Any and all types. (Caution: these get very Hot in the Hot Pot)
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Tofu Ideas
Time: Depending on your preference

Soft Cube
Firm Cubes
Fried Tofu
Bean Curd Sheets| Medium Cubes
Egg Tofu
Tofu Puffs
Pressed Tofu
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Hot Pot Meat Ideas
Time: Approx. 30 seconds for beef and up to 1-2 minutes for Pork/Chicken/Lamb

Beef Rib Eye
Short Ribs
Thinly Sliced Chuck or Tripe| Pork Shoulder, Loin, Belly, or jowl
Chicken (all parts)
Lamb Shoulder
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Hot Pot Seafood Ideas
Time: Approx.: 1-2 minutes in general cooks quickly

Scallops
Shrimp / Prawns
Squid
Salmon
Halibut| Bass
Catfish
Cod
Clams
Mussels
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Hot Pot Dumpling and Meatballs Ideas
Time: Cook according to package directions

Shrimp balls
Fish tofu
Pork and Corn Dumplings
Pork and Vegetable Dumplings
Chicken and Vegetable Dumplings| Wonton
Gyoza
Vietnamese Beef Balls
Pork Balls
Chinese Pork and Mushroom Balls
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Hot Pot Noodle Ideas
Time: Cook according to package directions.

Udon (Frozen or Vacuum)
Glass / Silver
Instant| Vermicelli
Shirataki
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Hot Pot Sauce Ideas

Toasted Sesame Oil
Sesame Paste
Hoisin Sauce
Sriracha
Ketchup| Black Vinegar
Search Paste
Soy Sauce & Sweet Soy Sauce
Chili Oil
Chili Crisp
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Mix

Raw Egg Yolk
Chili Flakes
Toasted Sesame Seeds| Ginger (Grated)
Garlic (Minced)
Cilantro
Scallions
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ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Write down the following information about your appliance to better help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it.
CUSTOMER RECORD

Date of Purchase__ Store/Dealer___

Item No: ___

THIS WARRANTY APPLIES TO PRODUCTS PURCHASED AND USED IN THE CONTINENTAL
U.S. AND CANADA ONLY. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition. This product is warranted to be free from
defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement
of this product, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this
warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace it with a similar one of equal or greater value. This warranty does not cover glass, filters,
wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse.
THIS WARRANTY EXTENDS ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER. KEEP THE ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT, AS PROOF OF PURCHASE, IS REQUIRED TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM.
This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than what is specified on the rating label (E.G., 120V~60Hz). We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by a breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you. To make a warranty claim do not return this appliance to the store.

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE AND/OR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION:
Call Customer Service at 1-888-903-0060 in the U.S.
Monday through Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm PT
The U.S.A. Customers Please Email:warranty@brentwoodus.com
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