Nostalgia Electrics MSB-64 User Manual

64 OUNCE MARGATARTOR™

Model # MSB-64

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE

USING THIS UNIT!

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

Appliance Specifications:

200 Watts / 120 Vol ts / 60 Hertz

Important Precautions to Remember:

A. NEVER immerse the base or cord in water or the dishwasher.
B. NEVER use near water.
C. NEVER leave unit unattended if used near children.
D. NEVER use a scouring pad, abrasive sponge or harsh cleaning products on this

E. NEVER use for anything other than what this item was originally intended.
F. Avoid contact with moving parts.

unit.

G. DO NOT operate this appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or in the event the

appliance ever malfunctions.

H. Keep out of reach of children.
I. DO NOT OPEN THE LID while the unit is running.

J. Unplug the unit from th e elec t r ic al out l et wh en n ot in us e and befor e c lea ning.

Remove plug by gripping the plug body and pulling out of the outlet. Never yank

K. This appliance is NOT A TOY.

or twist cord to unplug the unit.

L. This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without

supervision.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS before operating this 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR™.

1. Do not use outdoors, FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

2. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To

3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs or unit in water.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts,

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or if the appliance

reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do
not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

and be fore cleaning.

has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the place of
purchase or send back to company for repair or replacement as stated in this
booklet in the warranty.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Continued)

7. The appliance manufacturer does not recommend the use of accessory

8. Never place fingers or other utensils into feed or discharge areas.

9. The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the table or counter top

attachments. This may result in injuries.

in such a way where it can be pulled on by children. This should also reduce the
risk of becoming entangled or tripping.

10. Keep hands and utensils out of container while blending to reduce the risk of

11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

severe injury to persons or damage to the 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR™.

12. Before plugging your unit into the main electrical supply, make sure the voltage

13. Extreme caution must be used when moving this appliance with liquids.

14. Always operate the 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR™ with lid in place.

15. A unit that is plugged into an outlet should not be left unatten ded.

corresponds to that indicated on the maker’s nameplate.

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR™. This margarita maker has
the capacity and ability to add thirst-quenching fun to any occasion!

The 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR™ uses crushed ice or small ice cubes from your freezer.
It not only makes fantastic margaritas, but can also mix up batches of your other favorite
frozen drinks such as daiquiris and slushes for the kids! This machine is designed for
kitchen or home bar use but can also be used in places such as:

Your 64 OUNCE MARGARITA AND SLUSH MAKER™ has a generous, 64 ounce clear
mixing chamber and is ideal for small groups.

Note: The clear mixing chamber will actually hold more liquid but
has been marked to allow for proper volume. Exceeding the
amount will result in spillage.

The 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR™ is easy to use, just follow the step by step instructions
on the following pages.

PRE USE PREPARATION AND ASSEMBLY

It is recommended to clean all parts after unpacking your 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR™.
This will remove any production oils or packing debris. You are now ready to assemble
your 64 OUN C E MAR G ARATOR ™.

 Family Rooms
 Dorm Rooms
 Offices
 Club Houses

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D C A

PRE-USE PREPARA TION AND ASSEMBLY (Continued)

PARTS BREAKDOWN

B

A. Blending Chamber
B. Motor Base
C. Lid
D. Drip Tray

After cleaning all parts, attach the Blending Chamber to the Motor Base. Place the
Blending Chamber on top of the Motor Base in a slightly ajar fashion so the Blending
Chamber slides down into the Motor Base (as shown below). Next, simply twist the
Blending Chamber counter-clockwise so it fir m ly locks into position. Once this is
done, the Blending Chamber should look perfectly aligned with the Motor Base.

Figure A

You are now ready to begin using your 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR!

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USING YOUR 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR

A. Securely place the 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR™ on a level surface.

B. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. The cord can be found on the

bottom of the 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR™ by simply pulling open the green lid

which houses the cord.
C. Fill the unit with ice to the top of the Max Fill line.
D. For Margaritas , po ur 3 par ts c onc e ntrated mix to 1 part Tequi la . For a slushier

mix, use less liquid. See the recipe section at the end of the booklet for more

ideas.
E. Place the lid on the unit.
F. Turn the unit on by turning the side knob to the BLEND position. This will begin

the slush proc es s . B le nd for about 7-10 minut es or to des ired cons is t enc y .
G. While the un it is still on, plac e a gl as s or a cup un der th e sp ig ot and dispense the

drink by turning the the spigot counter-clockwise. The included Drip Tray will

protect against any dripping.
H. Turn off the unit when desired consistency is achieved.

Remember: Always dispense with the 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR™ running!

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CLEANING THE UNIT

1. Unplug the unit fro m the electr ic al outlet.

2. Dispe ns e all remai ni ng li qu id from the un it thr o u gh the spigot.

3. Detach the Blending Chamber from the Motor Base and rinse by pouring clean
water into the chamber and dispensing through the spigot until clear. Wipe inside
and out with a clean non-abrasive cloth or sponge. Dry with soft non-abrasive
clean cloth.

4. Wipe th e Motor Base w it h a we t no n- a bras ive cloth and towel dry again using a soft
clean non-abrasive cloth to avoid scratching the surface.

Do not submerge the Blending Chamber or Motor base in water!

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE/REMEDY

The power not turning on. Check the plug and make sure it is
The mix is not dispensing. Make sur e the s pigot ar ea did not fre eze

properly plugged into an outle t.
and that the unit is in the “Blend” position.

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RECIPE IDEAS

Use your imagination to create many different drinks with your 64 OUNCE
MARGARATOR™. Below you will find a few recipes in addition to the Margarita recipe on
page 4. You can adjust the ingredients to your particular taste, or create your own. Keep
in mind that if you have a recipe for a drink made for ‘1’ – your 64 OUNCE
MARGARATOR™ has the capacity for eight 8 oz. drinks – so adjust your recipes
accordingly.

Basic Margarita

1 cup tequila
3 cups margarita mix

Add 1.5 lbs. of ic e ( to M ax Fill line), the n ad d all ingred ie nts .

Strawberry Mango Mar gar ita

1 cup tequila
1 cup margarita mix
1 cup mango juice (carton in juice section of store)
*8 oz fresh strawberries (cut / quartered)
Salt rim of glasses (if desired)
Add 1.5 lbs. of ic e ( to M ax Fill line), the n ad d all ingred ie nts .

*Strawberry margarita mix, or frozen strawberries can be substituted for fresh strawberries.

Strawberry Margarita

1 cup tequila
2 cups margarita mix
*8 oz strawberries (cut/quartered)
Salt rim of glasses (if desired)
Add 3 lbs. of ice (to Max Fill line) then add all ingredients.

Rum Slush

1 cup Li ght Rum (depending on taste)
6 ounces frozen lime juice (thawed)
6 ounces frozen lemon juice (thawed)
1 12 ounce can of your favorite citrus soda
Add 3 lbs. of ice (to Max Fill line), then add all ingredients.

Banana Daiquiri

1 cup Li ght Rum (depending on taste)
1 cup tri ple sec
1 banana (cut approx. 1 inch size)
6 ounces frozen lime juice (thawed)
 cup sugar
6 ounces citrus soda (of your choice)
Optional: cherries – top each glass with a cherry
Add 3 lbs. of ice (to Max Fill line), then add all ingredients.

You can also use your 64 OUNCE MARGARATOR™ to make fruit juice and soda based
slushes. Simply pick your favorit e ju ic e or no n- d iet sod a, add ice, and watch as the 64
OUNCE MARGARATOR™ does the rest!