Nostalgia Electric Ice Cream Maker

Introduction

Welcome to the world of homemade ice cream! The Nostalgia Electric Ice Cream Maker allows you to easily create delicious ice cream, frozen yogurt, or gelato in minutes. Its vintage wooden style brings a touch of classic charm to your kitchen while providing modern convenience. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your new appliance.

Important Safeguards

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including:

• Read all instructions before operating this appliance.
• Do NOT touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against electrical shock, do NOT immerse cord, plugs, or any part of the motor unit in water or other liquids.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
• Do NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest repair shop for examination, repair, or adjustment.
• The appliance is for household use only.
• Do NOT use outdoors.
• Do NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
• Do NOT use appliance for other than intended use.
• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
• Do not fill the canister more than 2/3 full, as the mixture will expand during churning.

Components

Familiarize yourself with the parts of your Nostalgia Electric Ice Cream Maker:

• Wooden Bucket: The outer container that holds ice and rock salt. Features a convenient carrying handle.
• Aluminum Canister: The inner container where ice cream mixture is placed.
• Dasher/Paddle: The mixing paddle that churns the ice cream.
• Motor Unit: The electric motor that drives the dasher.
• Canister Lid: Clear lid for the aluminum canister, also used for freezer storage.
• Bucket Lid: The top cover for the wooden bucket, which the motor unit sits on.

Figure 1: Main components of the Nostalgia Electric Ice Cream Maker.

Setup

1. Unpack and Clean: Carefully unpack all components. Wash the aluminum canister, dasher, and canister lid in warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Wipe the motor unit and wooden bucket with a damp cloth. Do NOT immerse the motor unit in water.
2. Assemble Canister: Place the dasher inside the aluminum canister.
3. Prepare Mixture: Prepare your desired ice cream, frozen yogurt, or gelato mixture. Ensure the mixture is chilled for 2-4 hours before churning for best results. Do not fill the canister more than 2/3 full to allow for expansion during freezing.
4. Place Canister in Bucket: Place the assembled aluminum canister into the center of the wooden bucket.
5. Add Ice and Salt: Layer ice and ice cream rock salt around the aluminum canister inside the wooden bucket. Use approximately 1 part rock salt to 8 parts ice. Ensure the ice and salt mixture covers the canister up to the top of the mixture inside.
6. Position Motor Unit: Place the motor unit on top of the wooden bucket, ensuring the dasher shaft fits securely into the motor's opening. The motor unit should lock into place.

Operating Instructions

1. Plug In: Plug the motor unit into a standard electrical outlet. The motor will automatically begin churning.
2. Churning Process: The ice cream maker will churn the mixture. This typically takes 20-40 minutes, depending on the recipe and desired consistency. The motor will automatically stop when the ice cream reaches a thick consistency.
3. Check Consistency: Once the motor stops, unplug the unit. Remove the motor unit and the dasher. Check the ice cream's consistency. If it's too soft, you can re-pack the ice and salt, replace the motor, and churn for a few more minutes.
4. Serve or Store: Serve the freshly made ice cream immediately, or transfer it to an airtight container for storage in the freezer. The included canister lid can be used for freezer storage.

Figure 2: Enjoying homemade ice cream.

Maintenance & Cleaning

Proper maintenance ensures the longevity of your ice cream maker:

• Cleaning: After each use, unplug the unit. Disassemble all parts. Wash the aluminum canister, dasher, and canister lid in warm, soapy water. The wooden bucket can be wiped clean with a damp cloth. Do NOT immerse the motor unit in water; wipe it clean with a damp cloth.
• Draining: The wooden bucket has a drain hole to allow melted ice water to escape. Ensure this hole is clear during operation.
• Storage: Store all components in a dry place when not in use.

Troubleshooting

Recipes

Your manual includes a variety of delicious recipes to get you started, including Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream and Cookies & Cream Chocolate Ice Cream. Experiment with different flavors and add-ins to create your perfect frozen treats!

Specifications

• Brand: Nostalgia
• Model Name: Nostalgia Old Fashioned Electric Ice Cream Maker with Easy-Carry Handle
• Model Number: WICM400
• Capacity: 4 Quarts
• Color: Dark Brown
• Material: Plastic (bucket), Aluminum (canister)
• Operation Mode: Automatic
• Item Weight: 9 Pounds
• Product Dimensions: 13 x 12 x 13 inches
• UPC: 082677000606
• Manufacturer: Emgee

Warranty & Support

For warranty information and customer support, please refer to the documentation included with your purchase or visit the official Nostalgia website. Keep your purchase receipt for warranty claims.

Nostalgia Customer Service: Visit the Nostalgia Store on Amazon