This document provides the instruction manual for the Livoo ice cream maker, model DOM453. It outlines general safety guidelines, specific operating instructions, and maintenance procedures to ensure safe and effective use of the appliance.
Function Description
The Livoo ice cream maker is designed for domestic use to prepare ice cream and sorbet. It operates by churning a pre-chilled mixture within a frozen bowl, gradually solidifying the ingredients into a soft, spoonable consistency. The appliance features a power unit with a paddle that rotates within an inner freezer bowl, which must be pre-frozen to facilitate the freezing process. A timer knob allows users to set the churning duration, after which the machine automatically stops. The design emphasizes ease of use, allowing for the addition of ingredients through a chute in the lid while the machine is running.
Usage Features
The ice cream maker is straightforward to operate, with several features designed for user convenience and optimal results:
- Pre-freezing the Bowl: Before initial use and for each subsequent batch, the inner freezer bowl must be placed in a freezer at -18°C (0.40°F) or below for 8-12 hours. It is recommended to keep the bowl in the freezer, ideally in a plastic bag and in an upright position, so it is always ready for use. The bowl must be thoroughly dry before freezing to prevent damage.
- Ingredient Preparation: For best results, all ingredients for the ice cream or sorbet mix should be refrigerated and cooled before being added to the machine. Recipes containing raw ingredients should be consumed within one week, and ice cream tastes best when fresh. Users are advised against freezing ice cream that has been fully or partially defrosted. Special care is noted for mixtures containing raw or partially cooked eggs, which should not be given to young children, pregnant women, the elderly, or those who are generally unwell. The addition of alcohol to recipes is noted to inhibit the freezing process.
- Assembly: The appliance is assembled by fitting the power unit into the lid until it clicks into place, then fitting the paddle into the power unit. The pre-frozen inner bowl is placed into the outer bowl, and finally, the assembled lid/power unit/paddle is lowered onto the bowl until it clicks into place.
- Operation: To start, the timer knob is twisted clockwise to the desired setting time, up to a maximum of 30 minutes. The machine begins churning immediately. A crucial tip is to switch on the machine before adding the ice cream or sorbet mixture to prevent the mix from immediately freezing on the inside of the inner bowl, which could impede paddle movement. The mixture is then poured into the inner bowl through a chute in the lid, ensuring to stop at least 5 cm (2 inches) from the top, as the mixture will increase in volume during freezing.
- Churning Process: The mixture churns until it reaches a frozen or desired consistency, typically taking 15 to 30 minutes, though most recipes may be ready in less time. The resulting ice cream is usually a soft, spoonable type, which can be transferred to a separate container for further firming in the freezer or consumed directly.
- Motor Protection: To prevent overheating, the motor's direction of rotation will change if the mixture becomes too thick. If this continues, the machine should be stopped, indicating the mixture is ready. In the unlikely event of motor overheating, a safety cut-out will activate, stopping the motor. If this occurs, the machine should be switched off, unplugged, and allowed to cool before further use.
- Safety Precautions: Users are advised not to stop and start the machine during the freezing process, as this can cause the mixture to freeze to the bowl and prevent paddle movement. Metal utensils should not be used to remove the mix from the bowl. The freezer bowl should not be removed from the freezer until immediately before making ice cream. When handling the frozen bowl, especially when first removed from the freezer, hands should be protected to prevent freezer burn. If the freezing solution appears to be leaking from the bowl, use should be discontinued, though the solution is non-toxic.
Maintenance Features
Proper cleaning and maintenance are essential for the longevity and safe operation of the Livoo ice cream maker, especially since it comes into direct contact with food.
- Pre-Cleaning: Always switch off, unplug, and dismantle the appliance before cleaning.
- Freezer Bowl: The freezer bowl should be allowed to reach room temperature before cleaning. The inside of the bowl should be washed and then thoroughly dried. It must not be immersed in water. Puncturing or heating the freezer bowl is strictly prohibited.
- Paddle: The paddle should be removed from the power unit, washed, and then thoroughly dried.
- Lid: The lid should be washed and then thoroughly dried.
- Power Unit: The power unit should be wiped with a damp cloth and then dried. It is crucial never to put the power unit in water or allow the cord or plug to get wet.
- General Cleaning Guidelines: Do not wash any parts in the dishwasher. Avoid cleaning with scouring powders, steel wool pads, or other abrasive materials, as these can damage the appliance's surfaces.
- Sharp Blades: The instructions emphasize that care must be taken when handling any sharp cutting blades (though not explicitly mentioned as part of this model, it's a general safety instruction for food preparation appliances), emptying the bowl, and during cleaning.
- Storage: The appliance and its cord should be kept out of reach of children less than 8 years old.
The manual also highlights that the appliance is intended for household and similar applications, such as staff kitchen areas, farmhouses, hotels, motels, and bed and breakfast environments. It is suitable for use by children aged 8 and above, and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, provided they receive supervision or instruction on safe use and understand the associated hazards. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be performed by children unless they are aged 8 and above and supervised. In case of a damaged supply cord, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
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