Oster 4-Quart Wood Bucket Ice Cream Maker Instruction Manual

1. Producte acabatview

The Oster 4-Quart Wood Bucket Ice Cream Maker (Model FRSTIC-WDB) allows you to create delicious homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt, or sorbet. This automatic ice cream maker combines traditional aesthetics with modern convenience, featuring a durable wood bucket and an electric motor for effortless churning.

Característiques principals:

• Capacitat de 4 quarts: Ideal for families and gatherings.
• Classic Wood Bucket Design: Adds a nostalgic touch to your kitchen.
• Funcionament automàtic: Electric motor churns ingredients without manual effort.
• Construcció duradora: Features a sturdy wood bucket and an aluminum mixing canister.
• Versàtil: Perfect for ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbet.

2. Salvaguardes importants

Quan utilitzeu aparells elèctrics, sempre s'han de seguir les precaucions bàsiques de seguretat per reduir el risc d'incendi, descàrrega elèctrica i/o lesions a les persones, incloses les següents:

• Llegiu totes les instruccions abans d’utilitzar l’aparell.
• Per protegir-se de les descàrregues elèctriques, no submergiu el cable, els endolls o l'aparell en aigua o altres líquids.
• És necessària una supervisió estreta quan qualsevol aparell és utilitzat per o a prop dels nens.
• Desendolleu la presa de corrent quan no estigui en ús, abans de posar o treure peces i abans de netejar.
• Eviteu el contacte amb les peces mòbils.
• No feu servir cap aparell amb un cable o un endoll danyats, o després que l'aparell funcioni malament o s'hagi fet malbé de cap manera.
• L'ús d'accessoris no recomanats pel fabricant de l'aparell pot causar lesions.
• No utilitzar a l'aire lliure.
• No deixeu que el cable pengi de la vora de la taula o del taulell, ni toqui superfícies calentes.
• Mantingueu les mans i els estris fora del recipient del congelador mentre s'utilitza per reduir el risc de lesions a les persones o al propi aparell.
• Do not use sharp objects or utensils inside the freezer bowl.
• No utilitzeu l'aparell per a un altre ús domèstic que el previst.

3. Components

Your Oster 4-Quart Wood Bucket Ice Cream Maker includes the following parts:

• Wood Bucket: The outer container that holds ice and rock salt.
• Motorized Lid/Churner Assembly: The electric motor unit that drives the mixing paddle.
• Aluminum Mixing Canister (Bowl): The inner container where ice cream ingredients are churned.
• Paleta de barreja: The component inside the canister that churns the ingredients.
• Lid for Canister: A separate lid for storing the finished ice cream.

4. Instruccions de configuració

1. Components nets: Before first use, wash the aluminum mixing canister, mixing paddle, and canister lid in warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Wipe the wood bucket and motorized lid with a damp cloth. Do not immerse the motorized lid in water.
2. Preparar els ingredients: Prepare your desired ice cream mixture according to your recipe. Ensure the mixture is chilled before adding it to the canister for best results.
3. Assemble Canister: Place the mixing paddle inside the aluminum mixing canister. Pour your chilled ice cream mixture into the canister, filling it no more than 2/3 full to allow for expansion during churning. Place the canister lid on top of the canister.
4. Position Canister in Bucket: Place the assembled mixing canister into the center of the wood bucket.
5. Afegir gel i sal: Fill the space between the aluminum mixing canister and the wood bucket with alternating layers of ice and rock salt. Use crushed ice for faster results. A common ratio is 6 parts ice to 1 part rock salt. Fill up to the top of the canister.
6. Attach Motorized Lid: Place the motorized lid assembly onto the wood bucket, ensuring the drive shaft of the motor engages with the mixing paddle. Secure the motor to the bucket using the metal clamps on the sides of the bucket.

5. Instruccions de funcionament

1. Connectar: Plug the ice cream maker into a standard electrical outlet. The motor will start automatically.
2. Churning Process: Allow the machine to churn. The churning time typically ranges from 20 to 40 minutes, depending on the recipe and desired consistency. The motor is designed to stop automatically when the ice cream reaches a thick, firm consistency.
3. Comprovar la coherència: Periodically check the ice cream's consistency by unplugging the unit and carefully removing the motorized lid.
4. Serving or Hardening:
   • Soft-Serve: For soft-serve ice cream, it can be served immediately after churning.
   • Harder Ice Cream: For a firmer consistency, remove the mixing paddle and place the separate canister lid on the aluminum mixing canister. You can then place the canister in your freezer for 2-4 hours to harden.

6. Manteniment i Neteja

• Desconnecteu abans de netejar: Always unplug the ice cream maker from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
• Clean Canister and Paddle: The aluminum mixing canister, mixing paddle, and canister lid are hand wash only. Wash them in warm, soapy water, rinse thoroughly, and dry completely.
• Clean Motorized Lid: Wipe the motorized lid with a damp tela. No submergiu la unitat del motor en aigua o cap altre líquid.
• Clean Wood Bucket: Wipe the wood bucket with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Do not soak the wood bucket in water, as this can cause damage.
• Emmagatzematge: Ensure all parts are clean and dry before storing. Store the ice cream maker in a cool, dry place.

7. Solució De Problemes

• Motor stops prematurely:
  • The ice cream mixture may be too thick. Ensure the mixture is not overfilled and is at the correct temperature.
  • The ice and salt mixture may need to be replenished or adjusted. Ensure sufficient ice and rock salt are used.
  • The motor is designed to stop when the ice cream reaches optimal consistency. Check the ice cream.
• Ice cream is not freezing:
  • Ensure the ice cream mixture was thoroughly chilled before starting.
  • Verify the correct ratio of ice to rock salt is used (e.g., 6 parts ice to 1 part rock salt).
  • Check that the mixing paddle is properly engaged with the motor and turning.
• Ice cream is too icy:
  • The mixture may not have been churned long enough.
  • Ensure the mixture contains enough fat (e.g., heavy cream) as per the recipe.

8. Especificacions

9. Garantia i Suport

Warranty information for the Oster 4-Quart Wood Bucket Ice Cream Maker is typically provided with the product packaging or can be found on the official Oster website. For support, please refer to the contact information provided in your product documentation or visit the manufacturer's weblloc.