The STIRLING Ice Cream Maker (Model Number IA4259, Product Code: 707211, Issue Date: 01/2022) is a household appliance designed to create various frozen desserts, including ice cream, gelato, and sorbet, with the convenience of an integrated compressor. This eliminates the need for pre-freezing a bowl, allowing for continuous use. The device is primarily intended for indoor household use and is not suitable for commercial purposes.
Function Description:
The Ice Cream Maker operates by chilling and churning ingredients simultaneously, thanks to its built-in compressor. It offers three distinct modes of operation, selectable via the Mode button:
- Mixing Mode: This mode is designed for pre-mixing ingredients or incorporating additional items like fruits, nuts, or chocolate before the main ice cream making process. When selected, the mixing symbol flashes and then rotates upon pressing the start/stop button. The timer counts down from 30 minutes, and the device beeps when mixing is complete.
- Ice Cream Making Mode (Chill and Mix): This is the primary mode for creating frozen desserts. In this mode, the appliance chills and churns the ingredients concurrently. All three display symbols (chill, mixing, and ice cream making) illuminate, and the mixing symbol rotates. The timer counts upwards from 0 to 90 minutes. The Ice Cream Maker features an inbuilt sensor that detects when the mixture has reached the desired consistency, automatically stopping the ice cream making process and activating a "Keep Cool" function. A beeping sound indicates completion.
- Chill Mode: This mode is used to further chill ingredients after the ice cream making mode has finished, or to maintain the coolness of the dessert. The chill symbol flashes when selected and remains illuminated upon pressing the start/stop button. The timer counts down from 10 minutes, and the device beeps when the chill process is complete. This mode can also be manually selected to keep ice cream cool for up to 10-minute increments.
The device defaults to the ice cream making mode when first turned on. It is crucial to ensure the lid and inner bowl are correctly installed before selecting a mode; otherwise, the device will beep for up to 5 minutes before entering standby mode.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Model: IA4259
- Colour: White
- Power: 100W
- Input Voltage: 220-240V ~ 50Hz
- Refrigerant (Weight): R600a (18g)
- Insulation Blowing Gas: CYCLOPENTANE (C5 H10)
- Climate Type: N/SN
- Class: I
- Capacity: 1L (maximum mixture capacity of 750mL to allow for expansion)
- Dimensions: 35.5 x 26 x 22.8cm
- Net Weight: 7.4kg
- Warranty: 12 months
The appliance contains flammable materials: isobutane (R600a) as refrigerant and cyclopentane as insulation blowing gas. Users are warned not to damage the refrigerant circuit and to avoid proximity to open fires and heat sources. Servicing should only be performed by an authorised service person.
Usage Features:
- User Interface: The device features an LCD screen displaying the timer and mode symbols (Chill, Mixing, Ice Cream Making). Control buttons include a Power Button, Start/Stop Button, and Mode Button.
- Ease of Assembly/Disassembly: The lid, mixing paddle, and inner bowl are designed for easy removal and installation. The lid handle turns anticlockwise to unlock and lift off. The inner bowl has a handle for easy removal. The mixing paddle attaches to the lid by aligning its socket with the cog and pushing gently.
- Ingredient Capacity: The inner bowl has a maximum capacity of 1L, but users are advised not to exceed 750mL of ingredients to allow for expansion during churning and freezing.
- Pre-Chilling Recommendation: For optimal consistency and flavor, it is recommended to chill all mixtures in the fridge for a minimum of 2 hours before adding them to the inner bowl. This helps prevent ice or fat crystals and speeds up the setting process.
- Adding Additional Ingredients: When adding ingredients like fresh or dry fruit, chocolate, or nuts, they should be finely chopped to prevent blocking the mixing paddle. These can be added at the start of the process, but adding them 5-10 minutes before the end of the process is recommended for initial mixing ease.
- Keep Cool Function: An automated keep cool function activates after the ice cream making process, maintaining the dessert's texture. It cycles the compressor on and off for approximately one hour before deactivating. The chill mode can also be used for manual cooling in 10-minute increments.
- Safety Features: The motor will not start if the lid and inner bowl are not correctly and securely attached, serving as a safety mechanism. Warnings are provided against operating the device without ingredients in the inner bowl and against plugging it in without the lid closed and ingredients filled.
- Recipe Guide: The manual includes basic recipes for Vanilla Ice Cream, Chocolate Ice Cream, Vanilla Gelato, and Lemon Sorbet, along with tips for making a better Crème Anglaise base.
Maintenance Features:
- Cleaning: After each use, the Ice Cream Maker should be cleaned. The lid and inner bowl are removable for washing in warm, soapy water (not dishwasher safe). The exterior and interior of the main unit should be wiped with a soft, damp cloth and thoroughly dried.
- Storage: The appliance should be stored in a clean, dry, and well-ventilated area, out of children's reach, and in an upright position. It is recommended to store it in its original carton with all packaging materials to prevent damage during transport or storage.
- Safety Precautions for Cleaning: Users are warned not to immerse the Ice Cream Maker or lid in water or other liquids, spray it with chemicals, or use abrasive cleaners, acidic substances, or flammable fluids.
The STIRLING Ice Cream Maker is designed for convenient and reliable preparation of homemade frozen desserts, emphasizing safety and ease of use.
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