ICM4 Ice Cream Maker Instructions
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HELPFUL TIPS
Making ice cream is fun and easy, but two things are important for making a successful batch -
temperature and rock salt. If the ice melts too quickly, the mixture won't be cold enough to freeze. If too
much rock salt is added to the ice, the mixture can freeze too quickly around the inside edges of the
canister and leave the middle in liquid form. Follow the suggestions below to make a successful batch:
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Make sure to use small, coarse ice pieces inside the bucket.
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Do not plug up the drainage hole on the side of the bucket. This is for draining excess salt.
PLACE A
TOWEL UNDERNEATH OR USE OUTDOORS, AS SOME WATER MAY ESCAPE THE BUCKET.
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As the canister is turning, you may need to periodically mix the salt and ice every 10-15 minutes while the
machine is in use.
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If the ice cream consistency is too soft, put contents into a freezable container and freeze for 3-4 hours.
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If the electric motor stops churning before the ice cream is frozen, make sure there is no blockage of ice
jamming against the canister. If there is ice blocking the canister, unplug the unit and remove the jammed
ice.
NOTE: The motor will automatically shut off if the mixture is too thick to blend. If this happens,
unplug the unit. When the motor has cooled after a short period of time, plug the unit back in and it
will operate normally.
Why Doesn’t The Paddle Spin Inside The Canister?
If you notice that the paddle isn't spinning when using the electric motor, rest assured that the unit is not
defective. When using the electric motor, the paddle does not spin. This is normal and does not affect the
freezing process. The ice cream mixture will freeze whether the paddle is spinning or not.
Why Won’t The Ice Cream Mixture Freeze?
It is important to find the right combination of rock salt and ice and thus get the right freezing temperature.
If the ice cream isn't freezing, it is possible that there is too much melted ice and the rock salt isn't working
properly. If so, add more ice cubes and rock salt on top. If there is too much frozen ice and not enough rock
salt, add more rock salt. Once you get the right combination, it will freeze properly, in about 30-45 minutes.
(The length of time may vary, depending on the room temperature and how quickly the ice melts.)
Why Does The Ice Cream Mixture Freeze Around The Edges Only?
If the motor has stopped and you discover that the ice cream is frozen around the edges, but not in the
middle, it is because the mixture has frozen too quickly. Scrape the frozen ice cream off the sides and into
the canister (do not remove the paddle from the canister). Allow the ice to melt for a few minutes and turn
the motor back on.
Why Has The Motor Stopped Working?
The motor is built with an electronic thermal overload protection device. As the ice cream gets thicker and
thicker, the motor works harder and harder. At some point, the ice cream is so thick that the container won't
turn. This will trigger the motor to automatically shut off to prevent overload and indicate that the process is
complete. Allow the motor to cool for a period of time.
How Much Rock Salt and Ice Should I Have On Hand?
Have at least one box of Rock Salt (4 lbs) available, and two (2) 10 lb bags of ice.
