Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker Instruction Manual

Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker

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• USA: 1.800.851.8900
• Canada: 1.800.267.2826
• México: 01.800.71.16.100

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

This is not a toy or children’s product. This product is not designed or intended for use by children age 12 or younger. Adult supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following

1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. Check voltage to be sure that the voltage indicated on the nameplate agrees with your voltage.
5. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put motor housing of appliance in water or other liquid.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
7. Avoid contacting moving parts.
8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free customer service number for information on examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
9. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
12. Keep hands and utensils out of freezer bowl while in use to reduce the risk of injury to persons or to the appliance itself.
13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven. Do not use this unit near oven, heater, or fireplace.
14. Do not use appliance for other than intended purpose.
15. Check that the control is OFF (O) before plugging cord into wall. To disconnect, turn the control to OFF (O); then remove plug from wall outlet.

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Other Consumer Safety Information

This appliance is intended for household use only.

• WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard: This product is provided with a polarized plug (one wide blade) to reduce 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 replace the outlet.
• The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the counter-top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.

Parts and Features

To order parts:

• US: 1.800.851.8900
• www.hamiltonbeach.com
• Canada: 1.800.267.2826
• Mexico: 01 800 71 16 100

BEFORE FIRST USE: Remove all literature and packing material from inside the ice cream maker. Clean freezer bowl, mixing paddle, and cover in warm, soapy water. Thoroughly rinse and dry all parts. DO NOT immerse motor/base in water. To clean, wipe with a damp cloth.

How to Make Ice Cream

NOTE: ALWAYS freeze freezer bowl in freezer and chill prepared mixture in refrigerator before churning.

1. Place freezer bowl in freezer according to chart.

2. Prepare mixture and chill in the refrigerator.
   NOTE: Do not use more than 1 quart (4 cups/946 ml) of recipe mixture. Ice cream needs room to expand.

3. Place freezer bowl onto motor/base immediately after it is removed from freezer.

4. Place mixing paddle in freezer bowl.

5. Place cover onto base, aligning tabs with slots on base.

6. Plug into outlet.

7. Press switch to ON (I).

8. Immediately pour chilled mixture into unit through the cover opening.
   NOTE: To allow mixture to expand to 1 1/2 quarts (6 cups/ 1420 ml) while churning, do not use more than 4 cups (946 ml) of recipe mixture in ice cream maker at a time.
   NOTE: Use immediately when removed from the freezer. The bowl starts to defrost as soon as it is removed from the freezer.

9. Ice cream will be ready in 20 to 40 minutes, depending on the recipe and the amount in the freezer bowl. Check the consistency of the mixture after 20 minutes. When you like the consistency, press switch to OFF (O), and the ice cream is ready to eat.
   NOTE: If freezer bowl repeatedly reverses, the mixture is ready.

10. Unplug from outlet.

11. Remove cover. Ice cream has finished processing and is ready to eat. If storing, transfer to an airtight container and store in freezer. If you would like a firmer ice cream, store in the freezer for at least 2 hours.

Tips for Best Results

• During the churning process, you can add finely chopped or pureed ingredients, such as chocolate, raisins, and nuts, through the opening in the cover after ice cream has churned for at least 15 minutes or when mixture is thick and has started to freeze. Alcohol should not be added until near the end of the process since it significantly slows down the freezing process.
• The machine will run for 20 to 40 minutes. Do not turn ice cream maker off during this time. The mixture may freeze to the walls and prevent the bowl from turning. See Troubleshooting if your unit did not make ice cream in 60 minutes.
• The finished result is a soft, spoonable ice cream. Homemade ice cream will not be the same consistency as hard, store-bought ice cream.
• Ice cream tastes best when fresh. It will begin to lose its fresh taste after 1 to 2 weeks in the freezer.
• Keep the freezer bowl in the freezer so that you can make ice cream, chill wine, or serve ice cubes at any time.
• For best results, the freezer bowl must be frozen thoroughly. Make sure to set your freezer at the coldest setting (temperature should not be more than 0°F [-18°C]).
• Firmness of ice cream depends on variables such as the recipe used, room temperature, freezer temperature, and temperature of ingredients before churning.
• Some recipes require the mixture to be precooked. Make the recipe at least one day ahead and chill in the refrigerator overnight. This will allow the mixture to cool completely and increase volume. Base mixture may not freeze if it is not thoroughly chilled.
• Do not remove freezer bowl from the freezer until ready to use.
• Do not puncture or heat the freezer bowl.
• To allow mixture to expand to 1 1/2 quarts (6 cups/1420 ml) while churning, do not use more than 1 quart (4 cups/ 946 ml) of recipe mixture at a time.

Care and Cleaning

WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse motor or cord in any liquid.

• Wipe motor/base with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in water or other liquid.
  WARNING Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse motor or cord in any liquid.

• Wash cover, mixing paddle, and freezer bowl in sink.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM: PROBABLE CAUSE/SOLUTION

• Ice cream is not firm enough or ice cream maker is still running after 60 minutes.
  • The freezer bowl was not in the freezer long enough (preferably overnight).
  • The freezer is not cold enough. Ice cream sets at 10° to 14°F (-12° to -10°C). Lower freezer temperature setting.
  • Too much mixture was put in freezer bowl. Maximum fi ll is 1 quart (946 ml).
  • Ingredients are warm or at room temperature. Prechill liquid ingredients.
  • The freezer bowl was left at room temperature for more than 5 minutes before use.
  • The freezer door was opened and closed too many times during the freezing process.
  • The freezer bowl has a thick coating of ice on the walls. After washing, dry completely prior to placing back in freezer.
• Ice cream maker stops churning before ice cream is ready.
  • Mix-in ingredients, such as chocolate chips or chopped nuts, added too soon. Wait until ice cream has churned for at least 15 minutes or until mixture is thick and has started to freeze.
  • The mix-in ingredients are too large, causing the paddle to jam. Prechop nuts or other ingredients.
  • Too large a quantity of mix-in ingredients have been added. Add one cup or less of mix-in ingredients.

Recipes

NOTE:

• ALWAYS freeze freezer bowl in freezer and chill prepared mixture in refrigerator before churning.
• To allow mixture to expand to 1 1/2 quarts (6 cups/1420 ml) while churning, do not use more than 1 quart (4 cups/946 ml) of recipe mixture in ice cream maker at a time.

Old-Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream

• 3/4 cup (177 ml) sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon (0.6 ml) salt
• 1 3/4 cups (414 ml) whole milk
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) heavy whipping cream 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract

1. In heavy saucepan, combine sugar, salt, and milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until mixture is steaming. Reduce heat to low.
2. In medium bowl, slightly beat eggs. Slowly whisk half of the hot mixture into the eggs and pour back into saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat until slightly thick, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and refrigerate until chilled or overnight.
3. When ready to make ice cream, stir heavy cream and vanilla into the chilled custard mixture.
4. Start ice cream maker and pour mixture through hole in lid.
5. Churn for 20–40 minutes or until desired consistency.

Easy Vanilla Ice Cream

• 2 cups (473 ml) half ‘n half
• 1 cup (237 ml) heavy whipping cream 1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5 ml) vanilla
• 1/2 cup (118 ml) sugar

1. Combine all ingredients in bowl. Mix well.
2. Start ice cream maker and pour mixture through hole in lid.
3. Churn for 20–40 minutes or until desired consistency.

Variations: Add mix-ins, such as chocolate chips or chopped nuts, after ice cream has churned for at least 15 minutes or when mixture is thick and has started to freeze.

Chocolate Ice Cream

• 2 cups (473 ml) heavy whipping cream 1 cup (237 ml) whole milk
• 1/2 cup (118 ml) sugar
• 1/4 cup (59 ml) cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla

1. Combine sugar and cocoa in small bowl.
2. In saucepan over medium heat, warm cream and milk.
3. When cream and milk mixture is warm, whisk in sugar and cocoa mixture and vanilla. Whisk until sugar is dissolved and mixture is well-combined.
4. Chill in refrigerator overnight.
5. When ready to make ice cream, start ice cream maker and pour mixture through hole in lid.
6. Churn for 20–40 minutes or until desired consistency.

Strawberry Sorbet

• 1/2 cup (118 ml) sugar
• 1 cup (237 ml) water
• 4 cups (946 ml) fresh or thawed frozen strawberries 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice

1. Combine sugar and water in heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until all sugar is dissolved.
2. Remove from heat; place in refrigerator and cool completely.
3. Puree strawberries; then add lemon juice and sugar water.
4. Start ice cream maker and pour mixture through hole in lid.
5. Churn for 20–40 minutes or until desired consistency.

Peaches and Cream Ice Cream

• 1 cup (237 ml) chopped fresh or frozen peaches 1/2 cup (118 ml) sugar
• 2 cups (473 ml) heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup (118 ml) whole milk
• 2 teaspoons (10 ml) vanilla

1. Combine peaches with 1/4 cup (59 ml) of sugar. Let stand for 1 hour.
2. Place mixture in food processor and pulse until peaches are coarsely chopped.
3. Add remaining 1/4 cup (59 ml) sugar, cream, milk, and vanilla to the peach mixture.
4. Start ice cream maker and pour mixture through hole in lid.
5. Churn for 20 –40 minutes or until desired consistency.

Cappuccino Gelato

• 2 cups (473 ml) half ‘n half
• 1 cup (237 ml) heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup (118 ml) sugar
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) instant espresso or coffee powder 1/8 teaspoon (0.6 ml) cinnamon

1. In saucepan over medium heat, warm half ‘n half and cream.
2. When cream and milk mixture is warm, whisk in sugar, vanilla, coffee powder, and cinnamon. Whisk until sugar and coffee are dissolved and mixture is well-combined.
3. Chill in refrigerator overnight.
4. When ready to make ice cream, start ice cream maker and pour mixture through hole in lid.
5. Churn for 20–40 minutes or until desired consistency.

Limited warranty

• This warranty applies to products purchased in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.
• This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace it with a similar one of equal or greater value.
• This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120V ~ 60 Hz).
• We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
• To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit hamiltonbeach.com in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the brand and model of the electric automatic ice-cream maker described?

The electric automatic ice-cream maker is the Hamilton Beach 68880, belonging to the Hamilton Beach brand.

What is the color of the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker?

The Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker comes in White color.

What is the capacity of the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker?

The capacity of the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker is 1.5 quarts.

What material is used for the construction of the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker?

The Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker is made of Nonstick material.

What is the operation mode of the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice- Cream Maker?

The operation mode of the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker is Automatic.

What are the product care instructions for the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker?

The product care instructions for the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker recommend hand wash.

What are the product dimensions of the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker?

The product dimensions of the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice- Cream Maker are 10.13 x 10.13 x 14 inches.

What is the weight of the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker?

The Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker weighs 7.55 pounds.

What is the item model number for the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker?

The item model number for the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice- Cream Maker is 68880.

How can you customize frozen treats with the Hamilton Beach 68880 Ice Cream Maker?

The Hamilton Beach 68880 Ice Cream Maker allows customization with mix-ins and toppings, such as chopped fruit, nuts, chocolate chips, candy pieces, and sprinkles.

How quickly does the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker produce homemade ice cream?

The Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker makes homemade ice cream in 20 minutes.

Is there a need for rock salt or hand churning when using the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker?

No, the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker does not require rock salt or hand churning. It works with a simple on/off switch.

What variety of frozen treats can be prepared with the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker?

The Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker can easily prepare homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, gelato, sherbet, and custard.

What are the three simple steps involved in making homemade ice cream with the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker?

The three simple steps are: 1) Place the prefrozen bowl onto the base and add paddle and cover; 2) turn on and add ingredients, and 3) add your favorite mix-ins.

For what occasions is the Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker described as perfect?

The Hamilton Beach 68880 Electric Automatic Ice-Cream Maker is described as perfect for parties, gatherings, and family fun.

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