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TIPS FOR GREAT RESULTS
SETTING UP YOUR SHAVE ICE ATTACHMENT
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It is recommended that you install your Shave Ice Attachment on the Stand Mixer first,
before completing any other set up step.
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To more easily install the clear plastic Ice Cup into the Upper Housing, look for the small
black indicator arrow. This arrow must line up with the Lock/Unlock icons on the Upper
Housing.
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When switching blades, please note that the blades feature 3 uniquely sized tabs that must
line up with their corresponding slots in the bottom of the ice cup. If the tabs are lined up
incorrectly, the blade will not install.
Preparing your Ice Molds
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It is important to note the subtle fill line just below the top rim of the Ice Molds. Please do
not fill the molds beyond this line as it may negatively affect freezing.
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Allow Ice Molds to freeze for a minimum of 12 hours. Note that some mixed base recipes
may require more time to freeze due to a variety of ingredients.
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For recipes with sugar, there is a delicate balance between a mixture that is sweet to the
taste but still capable of freezing hard enough to shave. Please follow recipes as closely as
possible to ensure great results.
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For recipes with alcohol, you should not exceed above 8% within the mixture. This will help
ensure the mixture freezes hard enough to shave.
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Consider removing frozen ice pucks from the molds and storing them in another container
inside your freezer. This is referred to as "Ice Harvesting" and will help ensure you always
have ice on hand when the occasion calls for Shave Ice.
Making Shave Ice
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Tempering is an important part of making great Shave Ice since an ice puck straight out of
the freezer is actually too cold to shave. Tempering means allowing your ice puck(s) to
warm slightly at room temperature, until the outside of the puck has a nice glossy sheen to
it. This typically takes about 10 minutes.
NOTE Ice pucks made with plain water require tempering. For mixed base recipes,
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refer to the recipe details for tempering instructions.
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Some Shave Ice recipes, particularly those with ingredients frozen into the ice puck, may
shave better with either the Fine or Coarse Blade. It is recommended that you try out
recipes with each blade to see which produces your desired result.
Shave Ice troubleshooting tips
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Fine Blade creates coarse ice - This can occur if the ice is still too cold. Consider extending
the tempering time. Alternatively, check the blade for any possible damage as this can
affect shave performance.
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Puck does not shave - This can occur when a recipe mixture is too soft or too hard. If the
mixture is too soft, it may contain too much sugar or alcohol to freeze properly. Consider
revisiting the recipe. If the mixture is too hard, the puck may need to temper for longer. See
"Making Shave Ice".
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If issues persist, please contact KitchenAid customer service. Visit www.KitchenAid.eu for
contact information specific to your region.
FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON USING THE SHAVE ICE ATTACHMENT
Visit www.KitchenAid.com or additional instructions, videos, inspiring recipes, and tips on
how to use your Shave Ice Attachment.
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