Hamilton Beach 48131 Coffee Maker User Manual
- July 6, 2024
- Hamilton Beach
Table of Contents
Hamilton Beach 48131 Coffee Maker
Specifications:
- Model: 48131
- Brand: Hamilton Beach
- Type: Slow Cooker
- Capacity: [Specify capacity if available]
- Color: [Specify color if available]
- Power: [Specify power requirements]
Product Information
The Hamilton Beach 48131 Slow Cooker is a versatile kitchen appliance designed to help you easily prepare delicious meals with convenience. With its [specify any unique features], this slow cooker is a must-have for busy individuals or families looking to enjoy home-cooked meals without spending hours in the kitchen.
Product Usage Instructions
Preparation
Before using the slow cooker for the first time, ensure it is clean and dry. Place it on a stable, heat-resistant surface.
Ingredients
Prepare your ingredients and place them in the slow cooker according to your recipe. Ensure not to overfill the cooker to allow proper heat circulation.
Settings
Adjust the temperature settings as per your recipe requirements.The Hamilton Beach 48131 Slow Cooker typically offers low, high, and warm settings for cooking flexibility.
Cooking
Once all ingredients are in the pot and settings are adjusted, place the lid securely on the cooker. Let the food cook for the specified time without opening the lid frequently to maintain heat.
Serving
Once cooking is complete, switch off the cooker and serve your delicious meal directly from the pot. Remember to unplug the appliance after use.
FAQ
- Q: Can I leave the slow cooker unattended while cooking?
- A: It is recommended not to leave the slow cooker unattended while it is in use for safety reasons.
- Q: How do I clean my Hamilton Beach 48131 Slow Cooker?
- A: Allow the cooker to cool before cleaning. The stoneware pot and lid are usually dishwasher safe, while the base can be wiped with a damp cloth.
- Q: Can I cook frozen food directly in the slow cooker?
- A : It is not recommended to cook frozen food directly in the slow cooker. Thaw frozen ingredients before placing them in the pot to ensure safe and even cooking.
Coffeemaker Safety
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:
- Read all instructions.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Care must be taken, as burns can occur from touching hot parts or from spilled, hot liquid.
- To protect against electric shock, do not place the cord, plug or coffeemaker in water or other liquid.
- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
- Unplug from the outlet when the coffeemaker is not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.
- The coffeemaker must be operated on a flat surface away from the edge of counter to prevent accidental tipping.
- 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.
- Do not let the cord hang over edge of the table or counter or touch hot surfaces, including stove.
- The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Hamilton Beach/ Proctor-Silex, Inc. may result in fire, electrical shock or personal injury.
- Do not use outdoors.
- The carafe is designed for use with this coffeemaker. It must never be used on a range top or in a microwave oven.
- Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.
- Do not use a cracked carafe or one with a loose or weakened handle.
- Do not clean the carafe with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive material.
- Be certain the carafe lid is securely in place during brew cycle and when pouring coffee. Do not use force when placing lid on the carafe.
- Do not place the coffeemaker on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
- To disconnect the coffeemaker, turn the controls to OFf, then remove plug from wall outlet.
- Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove the bottom cover. No user-serviceable parts are inside. Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only.
- Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Consumer Safety Information This appliance is intended for households the safety purpose of the polarized plug by use only. modifying the plug in any way.
This appliance is equipped with a polarized The length of the cord used on this appliance plug. This type of plug has one blade wider than the other. The plug will fit into an elec- was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping over a longer trical outlet only one way. This is a safety cord. If a longer cord is necessary a feature intended to help reduce the risk of approved extension cord may be used. The electrical shock. If you are unable to insert the electrical rating of the extension cord must be the plug into the outlet, try reversing the equal to or greater than the rating of the cof- plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, feemaker. Care must be taken to arrange the contact a qualified electrician to replace the extension cord so that it will not drape over obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.
Parts and Features
- Reservoir
- Carafe
- Keep Hot Plate
- Swing Open/Removable Filter Basket
- ON/OFF Switch
Swing Open/Removable Filter Basket
To remove, swing open then lift up. Tilt out bottom then pull down.
Using Your Coffeemaker
BEFORE FIRST USE : Clean the coffeemaker by following steps listed in “To Clean the Inside of the Coffeemaker.” Use either clear water or vinegar.
To Make Coffee
- Place 4-cup, basket or cupcakes-style disposable paper or permanent filter in the filter basket.
- For each cup of coffee being made, place one measure tablespoon of coffee into the filter; close the filter basket. Make sure it is fully closed.
- Fill the carafe with the desired amount of cold tap water. The carafe holds five 5-ounce cups when filled to the bottom of spout.
- Pour water from the carafe into the reservoir. Do not fill above the maximum fill Line in a reservoir.
- Place the carafe, with the carafe lid attached, on Keep-Hot Plate.
- Turn the switch ON. Turn OFF and unplug when finished.
Optional Features (on selected models)
Pause ‘N Serve
This feature allows you to pour a cup of coffee before the entire brew cycle has been completed. By removing the carafe, the flow of coffee will temporarily stop. The flow of coffee will resume when the carafe is returned to the Keep-Hot Plate. Do not remove the carafe for more than 20 seconds or brew basket may overflow.
Permanent Filter
The Permanent Filter takes the place of disposable paper filters. Simply place the Permanent Filter in the filter basket. Please rinse the Permanent Filter in hot water before first use. Clean the Permanent Filter under hot running water and let dry. Permanent Filter can be placed in top rack of the automatic dishwasher.
Cleaning Your Coffeemaker
To Clean the Inside of the Coffeemaker
- Place empty carafe on Keep-Hot Plate. Swing the empty filter basket closed.
- Pour one pint of plain white vinegar into the reservoir.
- Plug the unit into an electrical outlet and tum ON.
- After 30 seconds turn OFF.
- Wait 30 minutes to allow the vinegar to clean. Then turn ON again. When the brew cycle is finished, turn OFF.
- Empty the carafe and rinse. Pour one carafe of cold tap water into the reservoir. Place carafe on Keep-Hot Plate.
- Turn ON. When the brew cycle is finished, empty the carafe. Repeat this process with one more carafe of cold tap water.
- Turn it OFF when complete.
- Wash the carafe and filter basket before making a beverage.
To Clean the Carafe and Filter Basket
Wash by hand in hot, soapy water or in To replace the lid, put one side of the
top rack of a dishwasher. To remove lid hinge on one of the pins, then snap
the carafe lid, and push the hinge part of the lid onto the other pin.
to one side then gently but firmly twist the lid. The pin will be released
from the hinge.
Carafe Safety Precautions
This symbol alerts you to the potential danger for personal injury if you fail
to read and follow these safety precautions.
This symbol reminds you that glass is fragile and can break which could result
in personal injury.
- Do not use a cracked carafe or a carafe that has a loose or weakened handle.
- This carafe is designed to be used only on the Keep-Hot plate of your coffee maker. Do not use on a gas or electric range top, or in a microwave or conventional oven
- To avoid breakage, handle the carafe with care. Avoid impact. Glass will break as a result of impact. Use care when filling with water to avoid hitting the faucet.
- Do not place hot carafe on a cool or wet surface. Allow to cool before washing or adding liquids.
- Do not set the empty carafe on a hot heating surface.
- Do not clean with steel wool pads, abrasive cleanser or any other materials that may scratch.
- Do not place your hands inside the carafe. When handling, be careful if wearing any hand jewelry, especially diamond rings. Jewelry can scratch the glass, which increases the possibility of breakage.
- Do not bump, scratch, or boil dry.
- Discard the carafe if it is cracked, scratched, or heated while empty for an extended period of time.
- To avoid accidents, do not pour in the direction of people.
- If stirring in the carafe, use only wooden, plastic, or rubber utensils. Do not use metal utensils.
- Follow the above safety precautions carefully to avoid serious burn injuries which may result if breakage occurs while the carafe holds heated liquids.
Customer Service
If you have a question about your coffeemaker, call our toll-free customer service number. Before calling, please note the model, type, and series numbers and fill in that information below. These numbers can be found on the bottom of your coffeemaker. This information will help us answer your question much more quickly.
MODEL:
TYPE:
SERIES: _
TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc. warrants this appliance to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of original purchase, except as noted. There is no warranty with respect to the following, which may be supplied with this appliance: glass parts, glass containers, cutter/strainer, blades and/or agitators. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not cover damage from abuse, neglect, use for commercial purposes, or any other use not found in the printed directions. HAMILTON BEACH/PROCTOR-SILEX, INC. EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR INCIDENTAL LOSSES CAUSED BY USE OF THIS APPLIANCE. Some states or provinces do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential losses, so the foregoing disclaimer 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 the operator to assist you.)
CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBERS
In the U.S. 1-800-851-8900
In Canada 1-800-267-2826
Web site address: www.hamiltonbeach.com
KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
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.
HAMILTON BEACH #PROCTOR-SILEX, ING.
263 Yadkin Road Southern Pines, NC 28387
Web site address: www.hamiltonbeach.com
PROCTOR-SILEX CANADA, INC. Picton, Ontario KOK 2TO
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