Ambiano MD 19416 User manual

ICE CREAM MAKER
User Manual

Dok./Rev.-Nr. IMA MD19416 Cover V3.1
Overview ......................................................................................... 3
Use.................................................................................................... 4
Device parts.....................................................................................6
About these operating instructions............................................... 7
Key to symbols....................................................................................... 7
Proper use .......................................................................................8
Safety information .......................................................................... 9
Keep electrical appliances away from children...............................9
Mains cord and mains connection ....................................................10
Never carry out repairs yourself ........................................................10
Safe operation ......................................................................................10
Faults ......................................................................................................12
Cleaning and servicing........................................................................13
Prerequisite....................................................................................14
Setting up and initial use...............................................................14
Using the ice cream maker ............................................................14
Recipe suggestions ........................................................................16
Vanilla ice cream...................................................................................16
Dragon fruit ice cream......................................................................... 17
Banana ice cream.................................................................................17
Mango ice cream ..................................................................................18
Frozen Yoghurt .....................................................................................18
Cleaning the appliance..................................................................19
Storage ...........................................................................................19
Troubleshooting............................................................................ 20
Disposal.......................................................................................... 20
Technical specifications .................................................................21
Declaration of compliance.............................................................21
Service information ...................................................................... 22
Legal Notice ................................................................................... 23
Contents

3
A1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
B
11
12
13
Overview

4
C
D
E
Use

5
F
G
H
Use

6
Device parts
Device parts
1Release button for motor unit (on the rear)
2Display
3Motor unit
4Pins
5Cover
6Chute
7Cover lock/release
8Paddle
9Freezer bowl
10 Base
11 Operation time indicator
12 Operation time selection
13 Start/stop button

About these operating instructions
7
About these operating instructions
Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you enjoy using it.
Read the safety instructions carefully before using the appliance for
the first time. Note the warnings on the appliance and in the operating
instructions.
Always keep the operating instructions close to hand. If you sell the appli-
ance or give it away, please ensure that you also pass on these operating
instructions. They are an essential component of the product.
Key to symbols
If a block of text is marked with one of the warning symbols listed below, the hazard
described in that text must be avoided to prevent the potential consequences de-
scribed there from occurring.
DANGER!
This keyword denotes a high-risk hazard situation which will result in death or serious
injury if it is not avoided.
WARNING!
This keyword denotes a medium-risk hazard situation which can result in death or a
serious injury if it is not avoided.
CAUTION!
This keyword denotes a low-risk hazard situation which can result in moderate or mi-
nor injuries if it is not avoided.
NOTICE!
This keyword serves as a warning for possible damage to property.
Please follow the guidelines in the operating instructions.

Proper use
8
This symbol provides useful additional information for assembling or
operating the appliance.
• List item / information about events during use
− Instruction to be carried out
The RCM is the compliance mark for all applicable Australian Communi-
cations and Media Authority (ACMA) regulatory arrangements, includ-
ing all technical and record-keeping requirements.
Protection class II
Electrical appliances in protection class II are electrical appliances that
permanently have double and/or reinforced insulation and do not
have any connection options for a protective earth. The housing of
an electrical appliance in protection class II that is enclosed in insu-
lated material can partially or fully act as the additional or reinforced
insulation.
Symbol for alternating current
Proper use
The appliance is designed to produce soft ice cream, sorbets and
frozen yoghurt.
• The appliance is only intended for household use and not for
industrial/commercial use.
Note that no liability will be accepted if the appliance is not used
for its intended purpose:
• Do not modify the appliance without our express agreement
and do not use any accessories that have not been supplied or
approved by us.
• Only use replacement parts or accessories that we have sup-
plied or approved.
• Comply with all the information in these operating instructions,
especially the safety information. Any other use is improper
and might cause personal injury or damage to property.

Safety information
9
Safety information
Keep electrical appliances away from children
− This appliance can be used by children of 8 years and older,
and by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental ca-
pacity, or with a lack of experience and/or knowledge, but only
with proper supervision, or if they have been told how to use
the device safely, and have understood the risks involved if
they use it improperly.
− Children must not be allowed to play with the appliance.
− Do not allow children to clean the appliance or perform main-
tenance tasks on it unless they are aged 8years or older and
properly supervised.
− Do not allow children younger than 8 years old near the appli-
ance and its mains cord.
− Children between the ages of 3 and 8 are allowed to load and
unload the appliance.
DANGER!
Risk of choking and suffocation!
Packaging film can be swallowed or used improperly, creating a
risk of suffocation!
− Keep packaging material such as plastic film or plastic bags
away from children.

Safety information
10
Mains cord and mains connection
− Only connect the appliance to a properly installed, earthed and
easily accessible power point close to the place where you have
set up the appliance. The power point must be easily accessi-
ble so you can unplug the appliance from the mains quickly if
necessary.
− When you unplug the mains adapter and mains cord after
switching off the power point, always take hold of the plug
itself, not the cable.
− Unwind the cord fully during operation.
− Do not allow the cord to come into contact with any hot
surfaces.
Never carry out repairs yourself
− If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, turn off the
power point immediately and pull out the plug.
− To avoid hazards, do not use the appliance if there is visible
damage to the appliance or the mains cable.
WARNING!
Risk of electric shock!
Improper repair of the appliance can create the risk of electric
shock.
− Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appli-
ance yourself.
− In the event of a fault, contact our Service Centre or another
appropriate professional repair workshop to prevent hazards.
Safe operation
− The max. operation time is 40 minutes before using again let
the appliance rest for 30 minutes.
− Never immerse the appliance in liquid.

Safety information
11
− Do not use the appliance outdoors.
− Never leave the appliance unattended while it is in operation.
− Always switch off the power point and unplug the appliance
before cleaning or servicing it, and before fitting or removing
the accessories and approaching parts that move in use.
− Ensure that there are no foreign objects (spoon, spatula or
similar items) in the freezer bowl while the appliance is in
operation.
− Do not use the appliance outdoors.
− Do not expose the appliance to extreme conditions. Avoid:
−High humidity or wet conditions
−Extremely high or low temperatures
−Direct sunlight
−Open flame.
− Contact between the coolant and the eyes or skin could lead to
injuries. If affected, rinse out your eyes immediately and seek
medical advice.
− WARNING! Do not use electrical appliances inside the appliance,
unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
− Do not use any mechanical equipment or synthetic agents
to accelerate the defrosting process other than those recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
− Keep open flames away from the appliance.

Safety information
12
Faults
WARNING!
Risk of electric shock!
There is a risk of electric shock. Please follow the safety advice
below:
− Protect the appliance and the mains cord from damage.
− Check the mains cord and the appliance for damage before
each use.
− WARNING! When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply
cord is not trapped or damaged.
− WARNING! Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or por-
table power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
− Do not under any circumstances use the appliance if the freez-
er bowl is damaged. Coolant could escape and create a health
hazard.
− Under no circumstances should you try to open and/or repair
an appliance part yourself.
− Take any faulty appliance to a qualified workshop for repair
without delay. If the mains cord of this appliance is damaged,
it must be replaced by the Medion Service Centre or a similarly
qualified person in order to avoid risks.

Safety information
13
Cleaning and servicing
WARNING!
Risk of electric shock!
There is a risk of electric shock. Please follow the safety advice
below:
− Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids!
− Always switch off the power point and unplug the appliance
before cleaning or servicing it, and before fitting or removing
the accessories and approaching parts that move in use.
− Always disconnect accessories from the main appliance before
cleaning.
CAUTION!
Health hazard!
There may be a health hazard if hygiene practices are poor.
− Keep all equipment clean during ice cream preparation.
− Store the prepared ice cream mixture in the refrigerator, but
not for longer than 24 hours.
− Fresh ice cream should be eaten immediately. Store it in the
freezer at -18°C for a maximum of 1 week.
− Defrosted or melted ice cream must not be refrozen.
− Clean the ice cream machine and all equipment thoroughly
after preparing the ice cream.

Prerequisite
14
Prerequisite
Due to the dimensions of the freezer bowl, a freezer compartment at
-18°C measuring at least 165mm in height or a chest freezer is needed.
Setting up and initial use
− Thoroughly rinse the appliance parts that come into contact with food (freezer
bowl, paddle, cover) before first use. Please note that the parts are not
dishwasher-safe.
− Before cleaning, remove the motor unit 3from the cover 5. First remove the
paddle 8. (Fig. C)
− Then press the release button 1in and pull the motor unit upwards and off.
(Fig. D)
Using the ice cream maker
PLEASE NOTE!
Risk of damage!
If the freezer bowl is filled before the appliance is switched on, the
paddle can become jammed. There is a risk of damaging the mo-
tor. Please follow the safety advice below:
− Always switch on the appliance first and only use the chute to
fill the appliance while it is running.
1. Pack the freezer bowl 9into a sufficiently large freezer bag.
2. Place the freezer bowl upright in the freezer compartment.
At a temperature of -18°C the cooling process takes around 12 hours. If the tempera-
ture in the freezer is higher, the cooling process can take up to 24 hours.
The double-walled freezer bowl contains coolant. Put the freezer bowl
back into the freezer if you can hear liquid moving around when you move
the bowl. If you do not hear anything, the freezer bowl is sufficiently
pre-chilled.
3. Mix the ingredients for the desired type of ice cream according to the recipe (see
Chapter “Recipe suggestions” on page 16) in a seperate bowl and place the
mixture in the refrigerator for about 4 hours.

Using the ice cream maker
15
4. Place the base 10 on an even surface, and insert the freezer bowl after the
chilling process. (Fig. E)
5. Mount the motor unit 3in the recess on the cover 5, ensuring that both
pins 4catch in both recesses in the cover and the motor unit locks into place
audibly.
6. If the motor unit does not lock into place by itself, press the release button 1
and lock the motor unit into place.
7. Fit the paddle 8onto the shaft. (Fig. F)
8. Put the cover 5with the motor unit onto the freezer bowl. Ensure that the
release buttons 7fit into the recesses properly and click into place audibly.
(Fig. F)
9. Only connect the appliance to a properly installed earthed power point that
complies with electrical safety requirements. The local mains voltage must corre-
spond to the technical specifications for the device.
The display 2shows an operation time of 20 minutes.
You can set an operation time of up to 40 minutes.
10. Set the desired operation time. You can change the time in minute increments by
pressing the button.
Preparation time for ice cream is around 30–40 minutes, depending on
how full the bowl is.
11. Press the button to start the motor.
12. Pour the ingredients into the freezer bowl. Do not fill the container past the 1.5
litre mark. Fill the freezer bowl through the chute 6in the cover while the
machine is running. (Fig. G)
13. After the set time has elapsed you hear a beep, switch off the power point and
pull out the mains plug. Then remove the cover with the motor unit and paddle.
(Fig. H)
14. Use a plastic or silicone spatula to get the ice cream out of the bowl.
Never store the finished ice cream in the bowl. Use a suitable freezer
container.
15. After making the ice cream, clean the appliance parts (freezer bowl, paddle,
cover) carefully as described in Chapter “Cleaning the appliance” on page 19.

Recipe suggestions
16
Recipe suggestions
PLEASE NOTE!
Risk of damage!
If the freezer bowl is filled before the appliance is switched on, the
paddle can become jammed. There is a risk of damaging the mo-
tor. Please follow the safety advice below:
− Always switch on the appliance first and only use the chute to
fill the appliance while it is running.
Vanilla ice cream
Ingredients for approx. six serves
200 ml full cream milk
150 ml whipping cream
120 g pure icing sugar
3 egg yolks
A few drops of vanilla extract
Preparation
− Mix the milk, cream and half the sugar together.
− Separate the three eggs and use a different bowl to whisk the egg yolks with the
other half of the sugar until frothy.
− Combine both mixtures and add the vanilla extract. Stir the ingredients until the
mixture is relatively firm.
− Put the mixture into the refrigerator for approx. 4 hours.
− Pour the mixture into the ice cream maker and set the ice cream maker to run for
30 minutes.
Vanilla ice cream is the ideal base for many different types of ice cream. Adapt your
vanilla ice cream according to taste, e.g. with grated chocolate or ground nuts. Only
add the additional ingredients when the ice cream is almost ready in the machine.

Recipe suggestions
17
Dragon fruit ice cream
Ingredients for approx. six serves
300 ml full cream milk
100 ml whipping cream
50 g pure icing sugar
1 dragon fruit
Preparation
− Chop the dragon fruit into small cubes.
− Mix the milk, cream and sugar in a stand mixer.
− Add half the dragon fruit to the milk/cream mixture in the stand mixer and con-
tinue to mix until the mixture has a uniform creamy consistency.
− Put the mixture into the refrigerator for approx. 4 hours.
− Pour the mixture into the ice cream maker and set the ice cream maker to run for
20 minutes.
− After 15 minutes elapsed, tip the rest of the dragon fruit into the freezer bowl.
− Set the ice cream maker to run for further 20 minutes.
Banana ice cream
Ingredients for approx. six serves
280 ml full cream milk
100 ml whipping cream
60 g pure icing sugar
1 egg yolk
1 banana
15 ml lemon juice
Preparation
− Peel the bananas and chop them into small cubes.
− Purée the bananas with the lemon juice to a creamy consistency.
− Whisk the cream, sugar and egg yolk in a bowl until the mixture is uniform.
− Warm the milk in a saucepan until small bubbles begin to appear at the edges.
− Add the egg yolk/cream mixture to the warm milk and stir the mixture until it is
thoroughly mixed. Allow the mixture to cool.
− Stir the banana purée into the cold milk mixture until thoroughly mixed.
− Put the mixture into the refrigerator for approx. 4 hours.

Recipe suggestions
18
− Pour the mixture into the ice cream maker and set the ice cream maker to run for
20–40 minutes.
Mango ice cream
Ingredients for approx. six serves
350 ml full cream milk
50 ml whipping cream
50 g pure icing sugar
1 – 2 mangoes
Preparation
− Peel the mangoes and chop them into small cubes.
− Purée the mangoes, adding the cream to the purée at the end. Stir the mixture
again thoroughly.
− Add the milk and sugar to the mixture and continue to stir until the mixture is
uniform.
− Put the mixture into the refrigerator for approx. 4 hours.
− Pour the mixture into the ice cream maker and set the ice cream maker to run for
20–40 minutes.
Frozen Yoghurt
Ingredients for approx. six serves
150 ml full cream milk
300 ml yoghurt
100 g pure icing sugar
2 egg yolks
Preparation
− Whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until frothy.
− Warm the milk in a saucepan until small bubbles begin to appear at the edges.
Do not allow the milk to boil.
− Now carefully add the warm milk to the egg yolk/sugar mixture. Stir the ingredi-
ents until the mixture has a uniform creamy consistency.
− Bring the complete mixture to the boil again, and boil for around 15 minutes until
it starts to thicken.
− Allow the mixture to cool and then add the yoghurt while stirring continuously.
− Put the mixture into the refrigerator for approx. 4 hours.

Cleaning the appliance
19
− Pour the mixture into the ice cream maker and set the ice cream maker to run for
20–30 minutes.
− Put the mixture into the refrigerator for around 30 minutes.
− Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add a sauce or fruit according to taste.
Cleaning the appliance
To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions
− Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drai-
nage systems.
WARNING!
Live parts.
There is a risk of electric shock.
− Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids!
Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or objects to clean the
accessories and the base, because these items could damage the surfac-
es. Use a mild cleaning agent, such as washing-up liquid, and a soft cloth.
Please note that the parts are not dishwasher-safe.
− Switch off the power point and pull the mains plug out before cleaning the
appliance.
− Take the motor unit off 3.
− Clean the accessories with warm water and washing-up liquid.
− Wipe the surface of the appliance with a slightly damp, soft cloth.
Storage
If you do not plan to use the appliance for a long period of time, switch off the power
point and unplug, defrost, clean, dry the appliance. Leave the lid open to prevent
mould developping within the appliance. Store the appliance in a dry location.

Troubleshooting
20
Troubleshooting
The product left our warehouse in perfect condition. However, if you identify a prob-
lem, try to solve it using the table below. If you do not succeed, contact our Customer
Service department.
Problem Possible cause Troubleshooting
The ice cream mak-
er is not working.
The appliance is not plugged
into a power point, or the
power point is not switched
on.
Connect the appliance to a
properly installed 220-240V ~,
50Hz AC power point.
The paddle does
not rotate.
• The ice cream is too
thick.
• The preparation time
you set is too long.
• Change the recipe.
• Adjust the preparation
time.
Ice cream is too
soft.
Freezer bowl is not cold
enough.
Before making the ice cream,
chill the freezer bowl for at least
12 hours at -18°C
Disposal
PACKAGING
The product has been packaged to protect it from damage in transit. The
packaging is made of materials that can be recycled in an environmentally
friendly manner.
DEVICE
All old appliances marked with the symbol illustrated must not be disposed of in
normal household waste. If you can no longer use your electrical device, dispose of
it in accordance with the legal provisions applicable in your country. This involves se-
parating the materials in the device for the purpose of recycling and minimising the
environmental impact.
Take old devices to a collection point for electrical scrap or a recycling centre.
Contact your local waste disposal company or your local authority for more informa-
tion on this subject.