Hamilton Beach 4 Qt Ice Cream Maker Manual

READ BEFORE USE
LIRE AVANT UTILISATION
LEA ANTES DE USAR
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Other Consumer Safety Information
This appliance is intended for household use only. 
WARNING!  Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug (one 
wide blade) that reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only\
 
one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of 
the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. 
If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it \
still 
does not fit, have an electrician...

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Locking 
Button
Parts and Features 
Motor
Cover*
Storage Plug*
Canister*
Removable Plate*
Handle
Bucket* Mixing 
Paddle*
BEFORE FIRST USE: Unpack ice cream maker. Wash all parts 
except motor and bucket in hot, soapy water. Rinse; then dry.
*To order parts:
US: 1.800.851.8900
www.hamiltonbeach.com
Canada: 1.800.267.2826
Mexico: 01 800 71 16 100
Storage 
Containers*
(optional accessories)
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How to Make Ice Cream
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Ice cream maker comes packed 
as shown. Retain box for storage.Remove motor from canister.
Unfold rim and straighten out 
bucket. Insert folded bottom plate 
into bucket. Unfold and place on 
bottom with raised center up.
Insert mixing paddle into center 
of canister. Place filled canister in center of 
bucket onto plate.
Prepare and pour ice cream 
mixture into canister. Do not fill 
above the FILL line. Place cover 
onto canister. Place motor over canister with 
mixing...

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How to Make Ice Cream (cont.)
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Lift handle and lock into groove 
by pressing down locking button 
on top of motor.
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Place ice cream maker in kitchen 
sink or in a large noncorrosive 
pan to capture condensation.Plug into outlet. The canister and 
cover will begin to rotate. Allow 
ice cream to churn for 2 minutes 
before adding ice to bucket.Arrange 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 
 
5.1 cm) of ice around the canister 
in the bucket. Sprinkle 1 cup   
(237 ml) of rock salt over ice. 
Repeat layers up...

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Remove any salt, ice, or water 
from cover before removing 
cover. See “Tips” for firmer ice 
cream.Lift out mixing paddle and scrape 
clean with a rubber spatula.
How to Make Ice Cream (cont.)
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Ice cream will churn for about 20 
to 40 minutes depending on the 
 
recipe. Ice cream is ready when 
the motor stops or slows down.
Unplug from outlet to turn off 
motor. Lift out canister.
Dispose of salty water from 
bucket.
To remove the canister, push 
down on the locking button, 
move unit so...

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• Firmness of ice cream depends on variables such as the recipe used, 
room temperature, and temperature of ingredients before churn-
freezing.
•  Remember that artificial sweetner can be used as a substitute for 
sugar. Only add artificial sweeteners to mixtures that are cold or have 
completely cooled. When a recipe calls for heating liquid to dilute 
sugar, omit the heating process and simply stir in the sweetener until 
it is well-dissolved.
  1 packet sweetener = 2 teaspoons (10 ml) sugar
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Care and Cleaning
1DISHWASHER-SAFE
w WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. 
Disconnect power before cleaning.  
Do not immerse motor housing or cord in any liquid.
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Wipe motor with a damp cloth. Wash plate, cover, mixing paddle, 
canister, bucket, and storage plug 
in hot, soapy water. Rinse and 
dry thoroughly.
NOTE: If left to air-dry, water 
spots may appear on the canister.DO NOT use the “SANI” setting 
when washing in the dishwasher. 
“SANI” cycle temperatures could 
damage your product.
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Removable...

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Troubleshooting 
Old-Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream
This recipe takes a little longer, but it is worth the effort.
3 cups (710 ml) sugar 
1/4 teaspoon (1.2 ml) salt 
5 cups (1.18 L) whole milk
6 large eggs, beaten 
4 1/2 cups (1.06 L) heavy whipping cream
1 Tablespoon (15 ml) vanilla extract Directions:
In heavy saucepan, combine sugar, salt, and milk. Cook over medium 
heat, stirring occasionally until mixture is steaming. Reduce heat to 
low. In medium bowl, slightly beat eggs. Slowly whisk half of the...

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Easy Vanilla Ice Cream
3 cups (710 ml) sugar
2 Tablespoons (30 ml) lemon juice
6 cups (1.42 L) heavy whipping cream
3 cups (710 ml) milk
1 Tablespoon (15 ml) vanilla extract
Directions:
Combine all ingredients; mix well. Pour into canister.
The following variations can be used with either of the Vanilla Ice 
Cream recipes.
Black Forest Variation
Add 1/2 cup (118 ml) chocolate syrup and 1 can (16 1/2-ounce [468-g])\
 
pitted bing cherries, drained and halved. Mix well. Pour into canister....