6/30/2011

Classic™ Electric / Crank Ice Cream Maker Review

Classic™ Electric / Crank Ice Cream Maker
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My wife bought this to replace a 1950's model hand-crank machine that we have been using about 5 or 6 times a year since we met, which was 13 years ago. It was given to me and I don't know how much it was used before that but I suspect quite a lot. The tub is made out of fiberglass, the cylinder stainless steel, the crank from steel and a rugged alloy of aluminum. The dash is made of wood and aluminum. We always make the same ice cream each time, mint chocolate chip. It always turns out very well. But it is showing some wear now, as you would expect a 60 year old machine to, even though we used it 4th of July this year (2009) and it worked just fine. We got this one because it had the hand-crank option, and the key as far as I'm concerned to making good ice cream is the option to crank it until it almost can't crank anymore. Lets be real, it isn't less expensive to make your own ice cream (like the description on this machine says); it costs between 15 and 20 dollars to make a modest batch (salt, ice, condensed milk, milk, cream, mint extract, bakers semi-sweet chocolate, food coloring, etc) and don't forget the effort involved. So you want it to turn out right. Anyway, this one came in the mail, so I got it going. I thought I would start it off with the electric motor and when it got bogged down way too soon (like the electric ones always do) I would switch to hand cranking. After 15 minutes the motor was smoking so feeling pity I unplugged it and mercifully attached the hand crank unit. Within 30 seconds the plastic gears were starting to strip and there was no more turning. Very disappointing. If you like ice cream that is basically just cream on the verge of freezing, I guess you will think this unit is good enough; but compared to what I've been using it is just another piece of mass-produced Chinese junk that makes me lament for the quality craftsmanship that used to be available in the U.S. (and made in the U.S.) at a reasonable price. This unit cost $79 dollars and I felt a bit hollow about spending that money on such an obviously cheap machine. Well I guess I sound like an old crank (haha), but I'm a relatively young person who happens to know a little about quality manufacturing. So, I guess I'm going to find some kind of replacement for the rusted hold-down bolts on the old hand-crank unit and keep going with that.

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Classic Ice Cream Maker makes 6 delicious quarts of homemade good stuff. YOU SAVE BIG! Make dee-licious ice cream, sherbet, frozen yogurt and other frozen confections right at home, just the way you like it! Select manual cranking (in remote outdoor locations) or plug-in electric power to make traditional family fun effortless. Classic pine bucket with carry handle makes up to 6 quarts of ice cream or sherbet (personalize with candy or fruit for flavor); Crank handle for manual operation (the hard way) or plug in the electric motor to turn ingredients. Recipes included, or make your own delicious mix! UL-listed. Measures 13 3/8" diam. x 20 3/4" h. Weighs 17 lbs. Can you taste it? Order your Ice Cream Maker ONINE today! Classic Electric / Crank Ice Cream Maker

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6/29/2011

Musso Stainless Steel Lussino Ice Cream Maker 1.5-qt. Review

Musso Stainless Steel Lussino Ice Cream Maker 1.5-qt.
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Since you're reading this, you're probably wondering if it's worth the extra money compared to a lot of the other home machines on the market. I've had mine for three and a half years now, and I can tell you that this is the King, the Cadillac, the Ultimate home ice cream machine. It's absolutely worth the extra money, and I'd recommend it to anyone that's serious about their ice cream.
You probably already know that this model has a built-in freezer, so you don't have to pre-freeze a bowl for 24 hours or so before making a batch of ice cream. It'll happily make back-to-back batches if you want, and the extra freezing power makes incredibly smooth ice cream. Every batch I've made has been on par with Ben & Jerry's, my favorite ice cream up until buying this machine.
Unlike most other machines, everything is made of metal, including the dasher, so it feels extremely durable.
It also has a large see-through plastic cover that you can lift off to have full access to the ingredients moving inside, which makes adding things like nuts, candy, chocolate pieces, etc. very easy, instead of having to funnel them down a tiny chute and not really being able to see how the freezing is progressing. One of the fun things about this machine is being able to stand over it and watch as the liquid starts transforming into ice cream.
If you've read other reviews, you've probably heard people complain about a few things, so let me ease your mind:
Weight - it's 44 pounds, which I have no problem lifting up onto the counter.
Cleanup - because of the way it freezes, it uses a non-removable stainless steel bowl. Use a sponge with warm water, and you'll have it cleaned out in less than two minutes. It's a bit easier if you let the bowl warm back up to room temperature first, but if you're in a hurry to start another batch, you can do it right away also.
Ice Cream Extraction - use the specially-designed plastic spoon that comes with it, and you'll have no problem getting it all out, even in the curves along the bottom of the bowl where the spoon fits perfectly. I generally pull the dasher out first. If you do that, be careful not to drop ice cream down in the crevice around the dasher spindle -- my one and only complaint about the machine, I wish they'd covered that a bit better. Small issue though, I have no problem getting the ice cream out.
The description says it's a 1.5 quart machine, but plan on making batches that are roughly 1 quart or slightly more. Most of the recipes I've found are for this size anyway.
I store the ice cream in quart-sized plastic containers and then put them in the freezer for several hours to get the consistency of store-bought ice cream. (although several batches have been eaten right after coming out of the machine -- it makes a very stiff, soft-serve consistency)
I'd recommend starting with Ben & Jerry's Homemade Ice Cream & Dessert Book. The sweet cream base is a good first recipe to try, since it's used in so many other recipes, and is delicious even on its own.
I've had fantastic success with any recipe using nuts, chocolate, or candy pieces, which are all added in at the very end of the freezing process. My first batch of peach ice cream resulted in a great taste and consistency, but the chunks of peaches ended up freezing into ice chunks, which apparently is a common problem, especially with home machines where you're not using stabilizers like guar gum and carrageenan that help prevent iciness. The easy solution is to puree fruit in the blender first, and then you'll have no problem. I've also seen books such as The Complete Idiot's Guide to Homemade Ice Cream include gelatin in some of the recipes to help with this. Although I haven't tried that yet, I do recommend the book since it has a lot of great info about the different types of frozen desserts like gelato, sherbet, sorbet, and ices, all of which this machine can handle with no problem. If you do end up with an icy batch like this, put it in the blender with some milk and make a shake!
Generally a batch takes about 30 minutes, although I've occasionally let it go to about 35. After a couple of batches you'll know when it's finished just by watching it through the top. I've had a couple of batches such as New York Super Fudge Chunk, with a lot of add-ins, actually stop the machine, but from what I've read elsewhere, this doesn't seem to damage it. You can also hear the machine start to slow down slightly before this happens, so it's a good indicator that it's time to toss in the add-ins for the last minute or two before extracting it.
If you're serious about ice cream, this is the one. I've even seen it on TV a couple of times when they talk about high quality machines and ice cream classes. Happy freezing!

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6/28/2011

Fred and Friends Ice Invaders Review

Fred and Friends Ice Invaders
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Just as advertised, and crisply detailed, but a little small--you'll need an entire row of aliens to cool your gin and tonic.

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A throwback to the late 1970s and early 80s Atari generation, this Fred and Friends ice-cube tray makes ice in the shape of two-dimensional space aliens that look identical to some of the ones from popular video games. The ice cubes are a great conversation piece at parties. The tray is made from 100-percent pure silicone and it's oven safe and dishwasher safe, as well as freezer safe. It makes 24 alien ice cubes at once and the flexible silicone makes for easy ejecting. The ice tray is a great gift idea for any occasion.

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6/27/2011

Whynter IC-2L SNO 2-Quart Ice Cream Maker Review

Whynter IC-2L SNO 2-Quart Ice Cream Maker
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The Whynter Sno is a fully contained 2 liter ice cream machine. It will both churn and freeze a mix to create:
- Frozen Custard
- Ice Cream
- Ice Milk
- Gelato
- Sorbets
- and even icy beverages (think Margaritas and the like.)
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The Pros
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It Works!
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(Yes, this is a big deal. How would you like it if you plunked down $200 only to find your ice cream mix comes out soup or filled with chunky ice cubes?) This machine definitely gets the job done; It makes ice cream.
It is surprisingly quiet.
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While you wouldn't want to use it in a library, this machine is actually pretty quiet. Most of us who don't have any experience with an Ice Cream Machine can only relate to the beasts they have at the local Ice-Creameries (You know the ones: Buy One, Get One Free on certain days...) These industrial behemoths are LOUD. This machine (not being an industrial behemoth) is not loud. It **IS** louder than my refrigerator (barely,) but not quite as loud as my washing machine. It's NO WHERE NEAR AS LOUD as a Blender, Food Processor, or Stick Blender (if those are your only gauges of relevance.)
You can make your own concoctions.
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Some local ice-creameries will make you a custom blend of ice cream. For example, if you want chocolate chips in some strawberry ice cream, they'll do that. (Probably not nationwide chains, but the local shop might.) But ask them to make anything crazier than that, and you're probably out of luck. Rosewater ice cream? Sorry. Green Tea ice cream? You're probably out of luck.
With this machine, you can make whatever flavors your heart desires, and that's pretty cool. (Just don't save me any Alligator Sherbet, ok?)
Ease of Use / Capacity.
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This thing is EASY to use. For example, to make a simple vanilla ice cream, take 2 cups of half-and-half and POUR IT DIRECTLY INTO THE MACHINE'S MIXING BUCKET. DO LIKEWISE WITH 1/2 CUP OF SUGAR. Add a tablespoon of vanilla, and run the machine. About 45 minutes later, you'll have medium soft serve ice cream. NOTE that I do not say "Bring this mixture to a boil," nor do I say "Mix it," nor anything like that. In fact, when I tried this mix, I could even hear the churn running over the grains of sugar in the churning bowl. But, 45 minutes later, nothing but super-fine ice cream.
The other plus side is this machine's capacity. It's nice to be able to make a larger quantity of a mix if the mix is a bit more complicated (ie: a custard, which may require the incorporation of eggs, and possible cooking of the eggs.) This way, you can make a larger batch of mix, followed by a larger batch of ice cream.========
The Cons
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It's NOT dishwasher safe!
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While I won't say "Cleanup is hard," (there are really only 2 things to clean: the bowl and the beater,) you still can't just toss them into the top rack of your dishwasher to get the job done. You'll also need to wipe off the top plastic cover with a sponge, dishrag, etc... because it's permanently attached to the motor (which doesn't lend itself to easy cleaning.) The same thing holds true if your mix overflows the bowl and gets into the machine itself. (Don't worry, it's easy to clean, but again, you can't put the whole machine into your dishwasher [it's electrical, y'know,] so you'll have to clean it with a sponge or dishrag...) In other words, it would have been nicer if the freezing bowl (into which the mixing bowl sits,) the mixing bowl, the churn, and the plastic cover all been removable and dishwasher safe. They're not, but, to Whynter's credit, they are pretty easy to clean.
The label came off
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Petty? Yes. But it's an indicator as to the design of the machine. The label is a stiff label affixed to the rounded "tub" area of the machine. Had the machine been designed with a flat areat onto which the logo could be affixed, the label would still be there. (Mind you, this is "straight out of the box."
Little or No Documentation
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The documentation isn't bad (for what there is of it, but there aren't any recipes that come along with it. Also, there's no indicator as to the Maximum Fill Level of the Churn bucket. Overfill it, and you've got an ice cream that won't set properly, or have enough air mixed into it; or worse: ice cream base spilling into the freezing chamber. NOTE: You **CAN** go onto the website and download some recipes, but it would have been GREAT if they would have spent the extra $.38 and printed out some copies of at least a simple vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry mix recipe and thrown it into the box.
"Add-Ins" chute too small
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Do you like "Add-Ins" (ie: gelatin-based fruit-flavored candy animals and the like) in your ice cream? Well, you'll need to stop the machine, open the top, add the Add-Ins, then restart the churn (which, ideally, you'd wait 6 minutes for, since the compressor doesn't like to start and stop without a 6 minute breather.) The current model has a chute large enough for sprinkles and MAYBE very small cookie crumbs, but not chocolate chips. Again, not the worst thing in the world, but... hey! You know.
It can be slow
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This machine COULD conceivably turn out a batch of ice cream in 30 minutes, but that's only if the mix is nearly frozen to begin with (

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With the WHYNTER SNO frozen dessert ice cream maker, you can make a spread of delectable desserts in about 20-40 minutes. With this versatile wonder you can not only make premium ice cream but refreshing sorbets, Italian gelato, sherbets, fresh frozen yogurts and other treats. Our professional quality ice-cream maker offers premium features not found in budget ice cream makers. A built-in compressor freezer allows for continuous use without the inconvenience of having to pre-freeze the mixing bowl. You will never have to use any freezer space before being able to make your favorite frozen dessert. This unit includes an electronic timer, ice cream scoop, and we'll even send you some secret recipes.

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6/26/2011

Watts 5YR Premier Filter 5-Year/20,000-Gallon Inline Ice Maker Water Filter Review

Watts 5YR Premier Filter 5-Year/20,000-Gallon Inline Ice Maker Water Filter
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After a month of use to get it broken in I believe I can share my brief experience with this filter. First off, installation was really easy. Less than 30 minutes (don't forget to 'flush' it for five minutes). The water I had previously smelled and tasted like pool water. It seemed to have a more than acceptable amount of chlorine going by smell alone. As soon as I plugged this filter in instantly odorless tasteless water came out. Also, very recently some maintenance was done to the city pipes turning all the water in the house brown for a short while. Sinks, toilets, hose, everything that is except the fridge attached to this filter was clearly brown. Hands down side by side comparison this filter does an awesome job. If you want a better sense of security and want to remove the nasties that end up in your water get this filter.

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6/25/2011

Rösle 12741 Ice Cream Scoop Review

Rösle 12741 Ice Cream Scoop
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After too many bent spoons to count, we broke down and bought this scoop. Its engineering has exceeded my expectations on a couple of fronts:
First, the scoop itself has very thin (but strong) edges that slice easily into even hard ice creams with less effort than other scoops I've tried.
Second, the shape of the scoop does indeed produce beautifully round spheres of your favorite frozen dessert...ideal for anyone who values presentation and function.
Update (May 2010): I was fortunate to buy the scoop when I did; it was made in Germany and is as good as new. Unfortunately, the product is now manufactured in China; unsettling to see the price remain the same, since quality has been compromised with the switch to inferior materials. I won't be paying a premium price for Rosle products any longer.

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12741With the smooth, fine rim of the Ice Cream Scoop, portions of the ice cream and similar desserts can be formed into attractive round shapes. Features: -Round easy-grip handle -Hanging hook -Nicely rounded for perfect scoops Specifications: -Total Length: 8.1'' -Handle Length: 3.9'' -Material: Stainless steel

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6/24/2011

White Mountain 6-qt. Electric Ice Cream Maker Review

White Mountain 6-qt. Electric Ice Cream Maker
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I bought one of these last year and it worked very well for the first three times, then the gears broke. It costs $149.00 for a new motor, which is What you have to buy because you can't get the gear assembly by itself. the motor is fine but of no use without the gears. By the way there out of replacement motors.

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Lazy summer afternoons and fresh homemade ice cream, what could be more sublime? Children will love concocting outrageous flavors; you will love the convenience and nostalgic beechwood bucket design. Make some wonderful memories this summer...

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6/23/2011

Rival Waffle Cone Maker Review

Rival Waffle Cone Maker
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Makes very irregular waffles. Some parts are overbaked some underbaked.... :( We have tryed two samples of this product and both were the same :(((

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6/22/2011

Margaritaville DM900 Battery-Powered Frozen-Concoction Maker Review

Margaritaville DM900 Battery-Powered Frozen-Concoction Maker
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I bought this machine to make non-alcoholic versions of daiquiris and margaritias and discovred that this is one heck of a slush maker as well! The consistency of the drinks that this machine makes is like a frozen coke consistency and the machine works very quickly and easily. The machine is also very easy to clean after use. I am able to get three full batches of drinks from one batch of ice from my refrigerator's automatic ice maker. The automatic feature shaves ice and blends perfectly. This is the third "smoothie" type machine that I have had and the only one that works like it is supposed to. The battery charges well and so far I have made 15 batches of drinks without a recharge.
This will definitely be nice on hot summer nights on the deck!

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Enjoy restaurant-quality frozen concoctions from the comfort of home and beyond thanks to this easy-to-use drink-making machine. The unit provides the same reliable performance as the plug-in models, but with the freedom of cordless operation--take it to the beach, out on the boat, to a tailgating party, or to a picnic in the park. Equipped with an 18-volt Ni-Cd battery pack, the appliance delivers enough power to blend up to 80 drinks on a single charge. Simply fill the top reservoir with ice, pour the ingredients into the blending jar, and hit the "start" button. Far more than just an ordinary blender, the unit features pre-programmed settings that automatically shave ice and completely blend up to 36 ounces at a time. Whether it's margaritas, mudslides, daiquiris, or fruit smoothies, the machine mixes ingredients to slushy perfection--no missed chunks of ice or watered-down disappointments. Other highlights include front-access controls, powerful DC shaving and blending motors, durable construction with a premium graphite finish, a stable base, and a see-through blending jar with a generous handle. The battery-operated frozen-concoction maker measures approximately 15 by 10 by 21 inches. From the Manufacturer Features

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6/21/2011

Hamilton Beach 68320B 1.5 Qt. Capacity Ice Cream Maker Review

Hamilton Beach 68320B 1.5 Qt. Capacity Ice Cream Maker
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I have this. It freezes the mixture into a nice soft serve in about 30 minutes. The only issue I have with it: the mixture sticks to badly to the sides of the freezing container, you either have to scrape it out, or wait for it to melt (which takes a while, the whole container has to totally warm back up). You loose a quite a bit of the mixture that way, and it locks up the machine and won't stir it anymore because of this, so I end up with about 1/2 of what I put in there.

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Enjoy ice cream - frozen yogurt - custard - sherbet or gelato
No rock salt required
Large ingredient opening
Outer bowl prevents condensation buildup on counter
Easy -lock lid
Gel canister fits easily in freezer

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6/20/2011

Watts K-1 Polyethylene Icemaker Kit, 25-Feet Review

Watts K-1 Polyethylene Icemaker Kit, 25-Feet
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This was quick and easy to install, the water and the ice taste clean after allowing a few runs that we dumped. There are no leaks and no issues- overall it was very easy to use

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"WATTS BRASS" ICE MAKER KIT * 1/4" x 25' * Poly ice maker kit. * With saddle valve. * Icemaker kit 25' of polyethylene tubing. * Self-tapping valve for 3/8" to 1-3/8" o.d. copper or plastic pipe. * Fittings: 1/4" tube to tube union body, flare to compression adapter. * 2 - 1/4" compression nuts and two 1/4" brass tubing inserts. * Easy to install with universal ander-lign compression fittings. * Comes with self-tapping valve and fittings.

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6/19/2011

Total Chef FT02-G-2X Double Treat Ice cream Maker Review

Total Chef FT02-G-2X Double Treat Ice cream Maker
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It's inexpensive, doesn't have to be plugged in and doesn't need ice or salt--three things plenty of folks are looking for in an ice-cream maker!
The ice cream turns out pretty good (if you use a good recipe!), and it is just the right amount of ice cream for 2-4 people after dinner--just start it about 4 hours before! Also, since it's such a small amount of ice cream, you don't have to worry about hard-to-find additives that will make it still "scoopable" the next day--it will be eaten by then!
It cleans up easily, as long as you don't overfill the cups and rubberband the top on so it doesn't slip.
IT'S STILL CHEAP, THOUGH. I use mine a couple of times a week, and it definitely shows some wear (gears slip occaisionally). In my case, having this machine for a few months has convinced me that I WILL make ice cream often, and therefore a heavy-duty machine will be cost-effective for me.
But for people who will only use the machine a few times a month and are on a budget, this ice-cream maker is ideal!

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Finally! A convenient way to make delicious Homemade Ice Cream. With the Double Treat Ice Creame Maker you can make two different recipes at the same time. Just add your favorite ingredients and place into your freezer, then a thermal sensor will activate the unit to mix the ingredients for you automatically.

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6/18/2011

Frigidaire : IM115 Ice Maker Kit Review

Frigidaire : IM115 Ice Maker Kit
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This has to be one of the easiest products to install. The fridge is set up for it, the instructions are clear and very few tools are required. It took about 45 minutes to install, probably because I was talking to someone while working.

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Electrolux/ Frigidaire Icemaker Kit. This icemaker kit fits most Electrolux/ Frigidaire top mount refrigerator models built from 2003 to present. It will also fit side-by-side refrigerators that do not have a water dispenser in the freezer door. Your refrigerator should have the kit number listed on back. This kit also replaces kits IK19 and 218736300. It includes installation instructions, icemaker, valve, bucket, and hardware.

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6/17/2011

Hamilton Beach Classic DrinkMaster Drink Mixer Review

Hamilton Beach Classic DrinkMaster Drink Mixer
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A few lines should have been added to the product description: "This unit is made of plastic. It's not as powerful as the original soda shop unit. It's smaller and has less capacity than the real thing. The bottom is not weighted and the unit is inclined to tip over when first turned on with shake ingredients in cup. Can be easily knocked over when inserting the cup into the unit". For the price, it's okay ... it does make a great shake. But the description of "like the original" is far from teh truth.

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Enjoy thick shakes and soda fountain drinks at home with this Hamilton BeachClassic DrinkMaster .It features a 28 oz. Stainless Steel mixing cup, two speeds, tiltable mixing head and easy-clean detachable spindle.

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6/16/2011

Orka 4-Ice Pops Review

Orka 4-Ice Pops
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I had bought some cheaper ice pop molds and it drove me crazy trying to remove the popsicle - warm water, banging them on the counter, having the stick come out without the pop. My two year old would lose interest by the time I got the thing out, half melted and dripping. I thought I'd give these a try, even though I was bit skeptical about the claims of how easy they were to remove. But low and behold, I grabbed that little tab and the silicon peeled right off, leaving a perfectly frozen, molded ice pop - as pretty as one I'd buy at the store. Great product.

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Orca\'s cute, smartly designed ice pop molds make homemade popsicles without an ice-cream maker. Simply freeze your favorite juice or fruit and yogurt combo in the four molds. Use the silicone tabs to easily remove the ice pops from the molds. Orka\'s stand provides easy transport and storage without tipping, and cup-shaped bases catch drips while you eat. These molds are dishwasher-safe and carry a five-year warranty. The entire unit measures 6-3/10 inches by 4-9/10 inches by 4-4/5 inches.

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6/15/2011

Mr. Coffee TM70 3-Quart Iced-Tea Maker Review

Mr. Coffee TM70 3-Quart Iced-Tea Maker
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I've read the other reviews and I had to write my own since I have had nothing but a positive experience with this tea maker. First of all, I don't know why some others have experienced leaking from the front since it hasn't leaked a drip for me. All you have to do is push the pitcher in all the way and it's a perfect fit. Also, all of my water is being emptied from the reservoir and I've never had a problem with it. I actually own both, the TM3-2 and this TM70. I bought the TM3-2 first for one location and I later bought this one conveniently at Wal-Mart for $18 for home. I like the plastic used for the TM70 better since it doesn't seem as cheap, it doesn't stain as much and it's dishwasher safe. I also like how the TM70 only has one opening for the tea to leave and go into the pot. There's a possibility that one of the other reviewers had the opening plugged up to cause an overflow, a finely ground tea might cause that. That may also cause the brewer to automatically stop and not brew all of the water from the reservoir, but I don't know. The TM3-2 has an opening at the top just in case water is overflowing, but this causes the water to go straight into the pitcher without brewing the tea. There are other points I like better about the TM70 design, but I can go on about why I like the TM70 better. I guess it's different strokes for different folks. Maybe I just got lucky to buy one without any flows or it's user error.

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Coffee drinkers have their automatic brewers, why shouldn't tea drinkers? Ideal for family gatherings or summer picnics, this versatile machine brews up 3 quarts of iced tea quickly and easily. Simply pour water into the water reservoir and add the desired amount of tea to the removable brew basket--five to seven bags of tea or 2 to 3 tablespoons of loose tea work well when brewing a full pitcher; sugar, lemon, and other flavorings can also be added to the brew basket for customized results. Then fill the pitcher with ice cubes to the ice-level marking and slide it against the machine with the pitcher spout open and flush against the appliance, and push the "on" button. The water heats up and steeps the tea in the brew basket, then hot tea drips down into the pitcher of ice. At the end of the brewing cycle, the machine shuts off automatically for safety and peace of mind. Other highlights include a power indicator light, a water window in the reservoir for accurate filling, and a steeping lever for adjusting the brew strength. The pitcher provides a lid, a generous handle, and a nondrip pouring spout for graceful serving, and it cleans up easily by hand or in the dishwasher. The iced-tea maker measures 8-1/2 by 15-1/2 by 12-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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6/14/2011

Cuisinart Pure Indulgence Frozen Yogurt, Sorbet and Ice Cream Maker ICE-30BCC Review

Cuisinart Pure Indulgence Frozen Yogurt, Sorbet and Ice Cream Maker ICE-30BCC
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Cuisinart ICE-30BC Pure Indulgence 2-Quart Automatic Frozen Yogurt, Sorbet, and Ice Cream Maker
I kept putting off buying an ice cream maker because I thought making my own would be too hard or to time consuming. Boy was I wrong. This little machine is a ice cream lover's dream! Home made to Your liking in 25 minutes ! It's so easy to operate. You don't have alot of ingredients to mix. It's simple simple simple !Plus it makes just enough for a family of four or five, with still some left over for me to enjoy the next day.. yum yum This is one where it's a no brainer, if you're thinking of buying one and you're not sure... stop thinking and buy this one ! You will LOVE IT !

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What's better than 1 quart of luscious homemade ice cream, sorbet or frozen yogurt? Two quarts! This fully automatic Cuisinart Pure Indulgence makes 2 quarts of your favorite frozen desserts or drinks in as little as 25 minutes. It's easy -- an integrated motor, double-insulated freezer bowl and automatic mixing paddle do all the work. Results are consistently smooth, cleanup is easy, and the brushed stainless styling is simply sensational. Features:- Fully automatic- Large ingredient spout for adding mix-ins - Instruction/Recipe book- Limited 3-year warranty 2 Qt capacity

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