WestBend IC12893 Ice Cream Maker User Manual

WestBend IC12893 Ice Cream Maker User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including:

• Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use instructions in this manual.
• Always unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.
• Should leakage occur, discontinue use immediately and contact customer service for assistance.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. For service information see warranty page.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics may cause cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
• Do not use this appliance outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.
• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.
• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer extension cords are available, but care must be excersized in their use. While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one, ensure that the marked electrical rating of the extension cord is equal to or greater than that of the appliance. If the plug is of the grounded type, the extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. To avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement, position the extension cord so that it does not hang over the edge of the counter, table or other area where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into 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 modify the plug in any way.
• Do not use an outlet or extension cord if the plug fits loosely or if the outlet or extension cord feels hot.
• For household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE THE FIRST USE

Check all packaging material carefully before discarding. Many accessory parts are contained within the packaging material. See “Cleaning your Ice Cream Maker” section of this manual.

USING YOUR ICE CREAM MAKER

• Freezer Canister Preparation – The freezer canister must be completely frozen before making your recipe. The length of time needed to freeze the freezer canister varies depending on the temperature of your freezer. For convenience, leave the freezer canister in the freezer at all times. Then you are ready to make frozen treats for any occasion.
• In general, freezing time is between 8 and 22 hours. Put the freezer canister in a plastic bag to prevent freezer burn and place it in the back of your freezer where it is the coldest. The freezer canister is filled with liquid. To determine if the freezer canister is completely frozen, shake and listen for liquid movement. You should not hear any liquid within the canister walls. Please consult the following chart for recommended freezing times.

Freezer
Temperature
Estimated Freezing
Time
-22°F (-30°C) 8 – 10 hours
-13°F (-25°C) 12 – 15 hours
0°F (-18°C) 18 – 22 hours

Making Frozen Desserts

Note: When assembling, dismantling or cleaning, always ensure that the appliance is switched to “OFF” and is not connected to the power supply.

• Prepare recipe ingredients from this manual or use your own recipes prior to assembling the ice cream maker. Liquids increase in volume during the freezing process; therefore, the maximum amount of liquid used must not exceed 3 cups.
• IMPORTANT: Do NOT remove freezer canister from freezer until recipe is prepared. It is critical to keep the freezer canister as cold as possible prior to assembling the ice cream maker as it begins to thaw immediately upon removal from the freezer.
• Assemble the Ice Cream Maker:
• Place the motor unit over the lid, lining up the locking tabs over the lid tab holes. Press down firmly to lock in place; there will be a “clicking” sound when the tabs are locked correctly.
• Insert the paddle extender into the motor unit opening.
• Attach the paddle to the paddle extender by pushing together.
• Remove the freezer canister from the freezer. Place the assembled motor and lid over the freezer canister. Align the 3 locking posts on the inside lid bottom with the 3 locking slots on the outside top rim of the freezer canister.
• Turn the lid assembly clockwise to lock lid firmly in place.
• Insert the plug into the outlet.
• Push the On/Off switch to “ON”. Note: The Ice Cream Maker must be on before adding ingredients. This prevents the mixture from immediately freezing on the inside of the freezer canister and causing damage to the paddle mechanism.
• Slowly pour the prepared ice cream mixture into the freezer canister through the ingredient opening. Note: There should be a minimum of 2 inches (5cm) between the mixture and top of the freezer canister to allow for expansion during the freezing process.
• To add other ingredients such as candy chips and nuts during the freezing process, slowly add them through the ingredient opening. This should be done after the ice cream has begun to thicken or about 5 minutes before ice cream is finished. Nuts and other additives should be no larger than a chocolate/candy chip.
• Leave the machine on for approximately 25 to 40 minutes, or until mixture is of the desired consistency. Do NOT turn the ice cream maker off during use as the mixture may freeze up and stop the movement of the mixing paddle. Note: If the mixture becomes too thick, the paddle will automatically change direction of rotation to avoid overheating. This also indicates the ice cream is ready. Turn the appliance off immediately. We recommend that you switch the motor off manually after 40 minutes of continuous use to prevent overheating and thawing of the frozen mixture.
• Switch the motor unit to “OFF” and remove the lid. Remove the paddle if it sticks in the ice cream mixture. Use a rubber, plastic, or wooden utensil to remove the ice cream from the freezer canister. Do NOT use metal utensils, including ice cream scoops, as they will damage the interior surface of the freezer canister.
• The finished ice cream will be quite soft in consistency and can be served in bowls and eaten with a spoon. If you desire to have a firmer consistency, transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and place in the freezer for another hour or more, depending on how firm you want the ice cream to be. Do NOT store prepared ice cream in the freezer canister.

CLEANING YOUR ICE CREAM MAKER

• Switch to “OFF” and unplug from the electrical outlet.
• Remove the motor unit from the lid by pressing the 2 locking tabs on the underside and gently pushing upwards through the lid tab holes.
• Do NOT immerse the motor unit in water. To clean, wipe gently with a damp cloth.
• Wash freezer canister, lid, paddle and paddle extender in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Note: Never use sharp utensils, scouring pads, or abrasive cleaners on the freezer canister.
• Never place the freezer canister in the freezer when it is wet; be sure it has been thoroughly dried. Place the freezer canister in a plastic bag to prevent freezer burn and place it in the back of your freezer where it is the coldest.

Note: Do not wash any part of the appliance in the dishwasher.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Store the freezer canister in the freezer so it is always ready for use. Keep it wrapped in a plastic bag to prevent freezer burn and store in an upright position.
• Homemade ice cream recipes use only fresh ingredients; therefore, they do not have the same consistency as store-bought ice creams which use gums and preservatives to make them firmer. If you prefer a firmer consistency, place the frozen ice cream in an airtight container and store it in the freezer for one or more hours until the desired consistency is achieved.
• For recipes that require pre-cooking, prepare the mixture a day ahead and store overnight in the refrigerator. This will allow the mixture to completely cool and increases the volume.
• Ice cream mixtures may be stored in the refrigerator up to 3 days prior to freezing. Be sure to mix well before adding the mixture to the freezer canister.
• The most common ingredients in ice cream are cream, sugar, eggs, and milk. For the richest flavor and creamiest texture, use a cream containing the highest percentage of fat. Heavy cream has the highest fat content (approximately 36%), Whipping Cream (30%), Coffee/Light Cream (18%), and Half & Half (10%). Substitutions of milk products (both cream and milk) may be used to reduce the fat content. However, this may change the taste, consistency, and texture of the ice cream. When substituting ingredients, be sure the total liquid measurement remains the same as the original recipe.
• Artifical sweeteners may be used to replace sugar in a recipe. Add only to a cooled mixture as heat affects the sweetness.
• The ice cream mixture should be 2 inches (5 cm) from the top of the freezer canister. This allows for expansion during the freezing process.
• For recipes containing alcohol, add the alcohol during the last 2 minutes of the freezing process. Alcohol can adversely affect the freezing process if added earlier.
• The flavor of sorbets is greatly dependent on the ripeness and sweetness of the fruit or juice used so be sure to taste the mixture prior to freezing. If the flavor is too tart, add sugar. For fruits that are very ripe and sweet, decrease the amount of sugar. Note: Freezing reduces sweetness.
• The ice cream or sorbet mixture must be liquid before freezing. Do not use stiff or frozen ingredients such as whipped cream or frozen liquids or juices.
• Ice cream or sorbets should be stored in airtight containers in the freezer. Do NOT store in the freezer canister.
• Do NOT operate this appliance for longer than 40 minutes at a time. If the mixture is not frozen or has begun to thaw, do not continue. Possible reasons for the mixture not freezing include:
• Freezer canister was not cold enough. Check your freezer temperature to be sure it is 0°F (-18°C) or colder. Be sure the freezer canister is completely frozen (no liquid sound when shaken) and was left in the freezer for a minimum of 8 to 10 hours.
• The mixture was too warm. Ingredients should be chilled prior to mixing and should be kept refrigerated until ready to freeze in the ice cream maker.
• The proportion of ingredients was incorrect. Check your recipe carefully and if substitutions were made, be sure the total liquid ingredients are equal to the original recipe.

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