U-Cube Creative Polar Ice User manual

Polar Ice Tray
User Manual
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Contents
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The Characteristics of Polar Ice........................................................................ 2
What makes Polar Ice Unique? ................................................................. 2
The Concept of Polar Ice........................................................................... 2
Precautions ....................................................................................................... 3
Specification...................................................................................................... 3
Composition and Function ................................................................................ 4
How to Make Polar Ice...................................................................................... 6
Steps of Assembly ..................................................................................... 6
How to Extract the Ice....................................................................................... 7
Conditions of Solidification................................................................................ 8
Completely Frozen..................................................................................... 8
Incompletely Frozen .................................................................................. 8
Multi-Purpose Usage ........................................................................................ 9
Cracked Ice................................................................................................ 9
Decorative Ice.......................................................................................... 10
3D Sculpture Ice .......................................................................................11
Rapid Ice Production ............................................................................... 13
Ice Bucket Function ................................................................................. 13
Q&A................................................................................................................. 14
Difficulty with ice removal ........................................................................ 14
Bubbles in the ice .................................................................................... 14
Lengthy freeze time ................................................................................. 15
Adjustments in freezer settings ............................................................... 15

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The Characteristics of Polar Ice
What makes Polar Ice Unique?
¾Easy to Use: Just add water, and place in the freezer to enjoy crystal clear
ice.
¾Convenient：Unique patented design allows for easy retrieval of ice.
¾Multi-purpose: Versatile, customizable components adjust to your desire,
able to make ice in a large assortment of shapes and sizes.
The Concept of Polar Ice
Mimicking the natural ice formation patterns of lakes and rivers, Polar ice
begins freezing from the surface layer, while the water below remains unfrozen.
(Much like the bottom of a pond.) The Polar Ice Icebox has an insulated bottom,
so that only the surface of the water is exposed to the cold. By allowing the
water to freeze from top to bottom, layer by layer, air and impure substances
are compressed to the bottom. They then form a layer of “white” or opaque ice,
which can easily be removed.
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Precautions
zWhen using for the first time, please cleanse with detergent and water
before use.
zPlease cleanse with soft cloth or sponge, do not scrub with rough objects
such as bristled brushes to avoid scratching, which may make ice more
difficult to remove.
zKeep box away from heat sources as it is made out of plastic.
zFill with chilled or room temperature water, please do not fill with hot
water.
zNon-microwavable, do not place in ovens.
zThis product is designed exclusively for producing ice; please do not use it
for other purposes.
zThe transparency of the ice, and the time it takes to freeze will vary
depending on the water quality or the freezer it is placed in.
zHandle ice sensibly to avoid frostbite.
zFalls from high places or heavy impact will damage and crack the casing.
zIf the ice is hard to remove, flush bottom of box with water or leave in room
temperature for 1-3 minutes. Then slide ice out gently, if removed with
brute force, ice may crack.
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Specification
Dimensions of Casing (outer)：L 229 x W 183 x H 134 mm
Dimensions of Casing (inner)：L 174 x W 134 x H 55 mm
Dimensions of Ice：Ice Block：600 ml
Ice Sculpture：250 ml
Materials：Food container plastics PP & ABS
Colors：Black, White, Red or Customized color
• Easy to Use: Just add water, and place in the freezer to enjoy crystal clear ice.
• Convenient: Unique patented design allows for easy retrieval of ice.
• Multi-purpose: Versatile, customizable components adjust to your desire, able to
make ice in a large assortment of shapes and sizes.
● When using for the rst time, please clean with detergent and water
before use.
● Do not clean in a dishwasher.
● Do not submerse the insulated tray in water.
● Clean with a soft cloth or sponge, do not scrub with rough objects such as
bristled brushes to avoid scratching, which may make ice more difcult to
remove.
● Keep box away from heat sources.
● Fill with chilled or room temperature water, do not ll with hot water.
● Non-microwavable, do not place in ovens.
● This product is designed exclusively for producing ice; please do not use
it for any other purpose.
● The transparency of the ice, and the time it takes to freeze will vary de
pending on the water quality and the temperature of the freezer.
● Handle ice sensibly to avoid frostbite.
● Falls from high places or heavy impact will damage and crack the casing.
● If the ice is hard to remove, rinse the bottom of the box with water or
leave at room temperature for 1-3 minutes. Then slide ice out gently. If
removed with force, ice may crack.
Mimicking the natural ice formation patterns of lakes and rivers, Polar ice begins
freezing from the surface layer, while the water below remains unfrozen (much like
the bottom of a pond). The Polar Ice Icebox has an insulated bottom, so that only
the surface of the water is exposed to the cold. By allowing the water to freeze from
top to bottom, layer by layer, air and impure substances are compressed to the bot-
tom. They then form a layer of “white” or opaque ice, which can easily be removed.
Cleaning & Precautions

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Composition and Function
Cupule handle
Top lid
Decorative lid and picks
Sculpture compartment
Clear ice compartment
"White ice” compartment
Base
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Clear Ice compartment
Material: PP
Main function: With small holes on bottom. To hold the
clear ice mass.
“White Ice” compartment
Material: PP
Main function: To hold opaque ice mass.
Base
Material: ABS Insulating
Main function: to insulate the bottom of the ice box for
controlling how the ice begins freezing. It can also
double as an ice bucket in room temperature.
Top lid
Material: ABS Insulating
Main function: to act as the lid for the ice bucket.
Sculpture compartment
Material: PP
Main Function: to act as a mould to shape the ice.
Decorative lid and picks
Material: PP
Main Function: to prevent the ice from rising during
production, compresses ice. Protruding pick aids in the
removal of ice.
Cupule handle
Material: Silicone
Main Function：Sticks to container for easy ice removal.
Suction handle
Clear Ice compartment
Material: PP
Main function: With small holes on bottom. To hold the
clear ice block.
“White Ice” compartment
Material: PP
Main function: To hold opaque (white) ice block.
Base
Material: ABS Insulating
Main function: to insulate the bottom and sides of the ice
box for controlling how the ice begins freezing. It can also
double as an ice bucket in room temperature.
Top lid
Material: ABS Insulating
Main function: to act as the lid for the ice bucket.
Sculpture compartment
Material: PP
Main Function: to act as a mould to shape the ice.
Decorative lid and picks
Material: PP
Main Function: to prevent the ice from rising during pro-
duction, compresses ice. Protruding pick
aids in the removal of ice.
Suction handle
Material: Silicone
Main Function: Sticks to container for easy lid removal.

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How to Make Polar Ice
Steps of Assembly
Basic Components：clear ice compartment＋“White Ice” Compartment＋base
zPour cool water into the “White Ice”
compartment, filling it close to its brim.
zThe quality of ice produced will vary depending
on the water used. Tap water will still produce
clear ice, but we suggest inhabitants of areas
with undrinkable tap water to use boiled or
mineral water instead.
zPlace the clear ice compartment upon the “White
Ice” compartment, and slowly begin pressing
down. The water in the “white Ice” compartment
will seep into the clear ice layer through small
holes.
zPress down on clear ice compartment until it will
go no further.
zContinue pouring water into the compartment
until desired level. (The thickness of the ice can
reach up to 4 cm)
zFixate ice compartments snugly in base.
zThe water will be level with the sides of the base.
zUpon completion of assembly, place components
in freezer.
zIt will take 8-12 hours for the ice to freeze
sufficiently.
zDuring the freezing process, please refrain from
excessively opening the freezer door or jostling
the icebox.
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How to Extract the Ice
zWhen the water has frozen sufficiently, the edge of
the ice will protrude 5mm about the edges of the
container. (Please refer to the Conditions of
Solidification.)
zRemove the ice components from the base.
zPrying upon the sides will dislodge the “white ice”
compartment.
zIf separation is difficult, please drizzle the base of the
“white ice” compartment with water, or set aside for
1-3 minutes until it is possible to dislodge the ice.
zContinue prying on the sides to dislodge the “white
ice” mass from the compartment.
zThe ice will be very stiff so if prying does not dislodge
the ice mass, run it under water, which will help
dislodge the “white ice” mass.
Avoid direct and prolonged contact with the ice
to prevent frostbite.
zThe clear ice in the upper compartment can be used
directly in your beverages.
zThe “white” ice in the lower compartment can be
discarded, or used for chilling items in an icebox or
icepacks.
● Pour cold water into the “White Ice” compartment, lling it
close to its brim. DO NOT OVERFILL.
● The quality of ice produced will vary depending on the
water used. Tap water will still produce clear ice, but we
suggest residents of areas with undrinkable tap water to
use boiled or mineral water instead.
● Place the clear ice compartment inside the “White Ice”
compartment, and slowly begin pressing down. The water
in the “white Ice” compartment will seep into the clear ice
layer through small holes.
● Press down on clear ice compartment until it will go no
further.
● Continue pouring water into the compartment until desired
level. (The thickness of the ice can reach up to 4 cm).
DO NOT OVERFILL.
● Place the ice compartments in the insulated base, being
careful not to spill any water between the compartments
and the insulated base.
● The water level should be, at most, level with the sides of
the base or lower.
● Place tray inside freezer – DO NOT put the top lid on
during the freezing process.
● It will take 8-12 hours for the ice to freeze sufciently.
● During the freezing process, please refrain from
excessively opening the freezer door or
moving the icebox.
● MAKE SURE THERE IS NO WATER SPILLED BETWEEN
THE COMPARTMENTS AND THE INSULATED BASE, AS
DAMAGE MAY OCCUR TO THE BASE DURING
FREEZING!
● When the water has frozen sufciently, the edge of the ice
will protrude 5mm above the edges of the container due to
expansion. (Please refer to the Conditions of
Solidication.)
● Remove the ice compartments from the base.
● Prying upon the sides will dislodge the “white ice”
compartment.
● If separation is difcult, run water over the base of the
“white ice” compartment, or set aside for 1-3 minutes until
it is possible to dislodge the ice.
● Continue prying on the sides to dislodge the “white ice”
block from the clear ice compartment.
● The ice will be very stiff so if prying does not dislodge the
ice block, run it under cold water briey.
Avoid direct and prolonged contact with the ice
to prevent frostbite.
● The clear ice in the upper compartment can be used
directly in your beverages.
● The “white” ice in the lower compartment can be
discarded.
Steps of Assembly – PLEASE READ BEFORE FIRST USE!
You will need: Clear ice compartment + “White Ice” Compartment + Base

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Conditions of Solidification
There are two conditions of solidified ice that require special attention.
Completely Frozen：
be cautious of extremely low temperatures
¾Sufficient freeze time of 8-12 hours.
¾“White ice” layer will be raised prominently; center of
ice mass will feel completely solid.
Incompletely Frozen：
be cautious of sharp edges
¾Insufficiently cold temperature, or less than 8 hours in
the freezer.
¾White ice” layer will be raised, but the center of the
ice may remain liquid.
¾Upon opening the compartments, you may find the
bottom of the ice hollow, with sharp edges on the
edges of the holes. Handle with caution.
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Multi-Purpose Usage
Cracked Ice
Assembly method：Basic components
zFlush the clear-ice with room-temperature
water, and the difference in temperature will
cause the ice to crack.
zUse the back of a spoon or another hard object
to strike the ice.
zLight strikes will break ice into chunks of
various sizes.
zUn-uniform ice chunks are perfect for use with
beverages, especially whisky.
● Briey run room-temperature water over the clear ice
block, the difference in temperature will cause the ice
to crack.
● Use the back of a spoon or another hard object to
strike the ice.
● USE CAUTION when striking the ice.
● Light strikes will break ice into chunks of various sizes.
● Irregular ice chunks are perfect for use with cold
beverages, especially whisky.

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Decorative Ice
Assembly method：Basic components＋decorative object＋decorative lid
zAdding a decorative object such as flora,
letters, or photographs before ice production
will make decorative ice.
zTo prevent decorations from floating to the top,
the decorative lid must be place on top to keep
the object(s) below water.
zAfter assembly, fill the tray with water, then
place on the decorative ice layer slowly, at a
slanted angle.
zThe lid will stick to the surface of the water,
keeping the decorative objects beneath the
water.
zAllow the tray 8-12 hours to solidify in the
freezer.
zIf you have difficulty removing the decorative
ice, avoid flushing with water as this will cause
the ice to crack.
zAllow the ice to sit in room temperature for 1-3
minutes for easy removal.
zDecorative ice can be used for plating or
centerpiece purposes.
zFor example, Japanese cuisine such as
sashimi can be placed upon a decorative ice
block to improve its freshness and appeal.
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3D Sculpture Ice
Assembly method：Basic components＋Sculpture compartment
zThe sculpture compartment can mould the clear ice
to improve its versatility and enjoyment.
zFill the “white ice” layer 2/3 with water.
zPlace the clear ice compartment on top.
zSlowly press the sculpture down, the water will seep
through the holes.
zWhen the sculpture compartment layer reaches the
bottom, press down so slide flaps click firmly into
place. Excess water will exit through vents.
zPlace compartments in base and put into freezer.
zIf you have difficulty removing the sculpture ice,
avoid flushing with water as this will cause the ice
sculpture to crack.
zAllow the ice to sit in room temperature for 1-3
minutes for easy removal.
zAvoid pouring water into holes as shown in diagram
as this will affect the shape of the ice sculpture.
● Adding a decorative object such as ora, letters, or
photographs before ice production will make
decorative ice.
● To prevent decorations from oating to the top, the
decorative lid must be place on top to keep the object(s)
below water.
● After assembly, ll the tray with water, then place on the
decorative ice layer slowly, at a slanted angle.
● The lid will stick to the surface of the water, keeping the
decorative objects beneath the water.
● Allow 8-12 hours to freeze in the freezer.
● If you have difculty removing the decorative ice, do not
ush with water as this will cause the ice to crack. Instead,
allow the ice to sit at room temperature for 1-3 minutes
for easy removal.
● Decorative ice can be used for plating or centerpiece
purposes. For example, Japanese cuisine such as sashimi
can be placed upon a decorative ice block to improve its
freshness and appeal.
● The sculpture compartment can mould the clear ice into
an ice sculpture for decorative purposes.
● Fill the “white ice” layer 2/3 with water.
● Place the clear ice compartment on top.
● Slowly press the sculpture mould down, the water will
seep through the holes.
● When the sculpture compartment layer reaches the
bottom, press down so slide aps click rmly into place.
Excess water will exit through vents.
● Place compartments in the base and place in the freezer.
● If you have difculty removing the sculpture ice, do not
ush with water as this will cause the ice sculpture to
crack. Instead, allow the ice to sit at room temperature for
1-3 minutes for easy removal.
● Avoid pouring water into holes as shown in diagram as
this will affect the shape of the ice sculpture.

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Introduction of ice sculpture:
zThe inukshuk is a traditional sculptural form used by
the Inuit, a tribe of people who inhabit the arctic
circle of Canada.
zThey are sculptures of welcome and friendship, and
this is why they have also been chosen to be the
official logo of the 2010 Winter Olympics held in
Vancouver, BC.
zAn inukshuk sculpture would make an ideal
centerpiece to welcome guests into your own home
for any event.
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Rapid Ice Production
Method of Assembly：Only the “White ice” Compartment
zIf you wish to make ice cubes in a short amount
of time the “white ice” compartment will
produce common ice cubes.
zPlace directly in freeze for ice cubes in the
shortened time of 2-4 hours.
Ice Bucket Function
Method of Assembly ：Cupule handle ＋Top lid + Base
zReady ice cubes can be placed in the base,
and sealed with the top lid to use the ice bucket
function.
zIn room temperature, ice can be kept without
melting for 2-3 hours.
The inukshuk is a traditional sculptural form used by the
Inuit, a tribe of people who inhabit the arctic circle of
Canada. They are sculptures of welcome and friendship,
and this is why they have also been chosen to be the
ofcial logo of the 2010 Winter Olympics held in Vancouver,
BC. An inukshuk sculpture would make an ideal centerpiece
to welcome guests into your own home for any event.
Use only the “White ice” Compartment. If you wish to
make regular ice cubes in a hurry, use just the “white ice”
compartment to produce common ice cubes. Place directly
in the freezer for ice cubes in the shortened time of 2-4
hours. Once frozen, run the ice block under room-
temperature water to crack, then strike with the back of a
spoon to break up the ice pieces.
● Ready ice cubes can be placed in the base and sealed
with the top lid to use as an ice bucket.
● At room temperature, ice can be kept without melting for
2-3 hours.
Method of Assembly: Suction handle + Top lid + Base bucket.

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Q&A
Difficulty with ice removal
The Polar Ice Tray set compartments are designed to fit airtight, to prevent the
escape or spillage of air or water. Sometimes, due to the jostling of
compartments after assembly, water may leak into other compartments. When
this water freezes, ice removal may become difficult.
Solutions：
¾Flush with water or set aside：Flush the outside of the ice box with water,
or leave in room temperature for a few minutes. It will become easier to
extract the ice once it has begun to defrost.
¾While putting the compartments together, be careful as to not let water
seep into the other compartments.
The inner walls of the ice tray are smooth, if it becomes cracked or scratched,
ice removal may also become difficult.
Points of Caution:
¾When cleansing the compartments, avoid using rough surfaces such as
pads or the rough side of the sponge.
¾Avoid dropping the tray, or hitting it upon hard surfaces to remove the ice.
Bubbles in the ice
Under Rapid Freezing Conditions: Air dissolved in the water the water will be
moved towards the surface of the water due to the shape ice crystals. These
bubbles are miniscule, with poor floating abilities, so some will adhere to the
surface of the ice crystals. If the freezing time is quicker, these bubbles will be
trapped inside the ice before they are able to exit on the surface. The clusters
of bubbles will refract and bend light, causing the ice to appear “white” or
opaque.
Under Slower Freezing Conditions: Before all the bubbles in the ice are
trapped, the air bubbles may group together to form larger bubbles. Larger
bubbles will be able to rise to the surface at a faster speed, therefore escaping
the ice before they are trapped. While doing this, the bubbles may leave
behind small exit trails in the ice.
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Under Very Slow Freezing Conditions: If the freezing time is further
increased, the air will not be in directly pressurized into bubbles during the
course of freezing. The air is instead diffused in all four directions, with ample
time to escape. Because there are no bubbles or “exit trails” in the ice, the ice
will be crystal clear. If your freezer is set to a very low temperature, you may
see needle like bubbles inside your ice. To solve this problem, simply lower
your freezer settings to a slightly higher temperature.
If you find large bubbles inside your ice, it is most likely due to jostling or
movement of the ice tray before solidification. Please avoid opening the
freezer or moving the ice tray during the ice formation period.
Lengthy freeze time
It will generally take 8-12 for the ice cubes to freeze to their ideal form. The
time will vary depending on the variations in freezers. In comparison to
ordinary ice cubes, Polar Ice cubes take longer to solidify due to the following
reasons:
¾The ice cube is approximately 600c.c.，four times the ordinary150c.c.
trays.
¾Insulted base prevents ice from freezing from the lower layers.
If the ice has not solidified after 12 hours, this is most likely due to insufficiently
low temperatures in your freezer, or too many items in the freezer.
Adjustments in freezer settings
Generally, a freezer set to -18°C has the optimum freezing temperature. This
would be the “middle”setting of the spectrum.
Setting your freezer to “low” will cause for a longer freezing time, but it will
improve the transparency of the ice cubes.
Setting your freezer to “high” on the other hand, may produce small,
needle-like bubbles in the ice.
Under Fast Freezing Conditions (coldest freezer setting): Air dissolved in
the water will be moved towards the surface of the water due to the shape of
the ice crystals. These bubbles are miniscule, with poor oating abilities, so
some will adhere to the surface of the ice crystals. If the freezing time is quicker,
these bubbles will be trapped inside the ice before they are able to exit on the
surface. The clusters of bubbles will refract and bend light, causing the ice to
appear “white” or opaque.
Under Slower Freezing Conditions (medium freezer setting): Before all
the bubbles in the ice are trapped, the air bubbles may group together to form
larger bubbles. Larger bubbles will be able to rise to the surface at a faster
speed, therefore escaping the ice before thetrapped. While doing this, the
bubbles may leave behind small exit trails in the ice.
Under Fast Freezing Conditions (coldest freezer setting): Air dissolved in
the water will be moved towards the surface of the water due to the shape of
the ice crystals. These bubbles are miniscule, with poor oating abilities, so
some will adhere to the surface of the ice crystals. If the freezing time is quicker,
these bubbles will be trapped inside the ice before they are able to exit on the
surface. The clusters of bubbles will refract and bend light, causing the ice to
appear “white” or opaque.
Under Slower Freezing Conditions (medium freezer setting): Before all
the bubbles in the ice are trapped, the air bubbles may group together to form
larger bubbles. Larger bubbles will be able to rise to the surface at a faster
speed, therefore escaping the ice before thetrapped. While doing this, the
bubbles may leave behind small exit trails in the ice.
Lengthy freeze time
It will generally take 8-12 hours for the ice cubes to freeze to their ideal form.
The time will vary depending on the variations in freezers. In comparison to
ordinary ice cubes, Polar Ice cubes take longer to solidify due to the following
reasons:
● The ice cube is approximately 600cc, four times the ordinary150cc trays.
● Insulated base prevents ice from freezing from the lower layers.
If the ice has not solidied after 12 hours, this is most likely due to a too high
temperature in your freezer, or too many items in the freezer.
Adjustments in freezer settings
Generally, a freezer set to -18°C has the optimum freezing temperature. This
would typically be the “middle” setting. Setting your freezer to a “warmer”
setting will cause for a longer freezing time, but it will improve the transparency
of the ice cubes. Setting your freezer to “coldest” setting, may produce small,
needle-like bubbles in the ice.