West Bend SIT12023 Owner's Manual

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LECTRIC ICE SHAVER

Instruction Manual

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Important Safeguards ............................................................................................... 2

Before Using for the First Time ................................................................................ 3

Using Your Ice Shaver ............................................................................................. 4

Cleaning Your Ice Shaver ........................................................................................ 4

Cool & Easy Treats .................................................................................................. 4

Warranty ................................................................................................................... 5

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions
and warnings.

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

• Read all instructions.

• To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons do not immerse

cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.

• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.

• Always unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool

before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance
malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. For service information see
warranty page.

• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics may
cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

• Do not use this appliance outdoors.

• Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

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

• Plug cord into wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to “OFF,” then remove

plug from wall outlet.

• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or

other hot liquids.

• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.

• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming

entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

• Longer extension cords are available, but care must be exercised in their use.
While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one,
ensure that the marked electrical rating of the extension cord is equal to or
greater than that of the appliance. If the plug is of the grounded type, the
extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. To avoid pulling, tripping
or entanglement, position the extension cord so that it does not hang over the
edge of the counter, table or other area where it can be pulled on by children or
tripped over.

• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug
in any way.

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Base

• Do not use an outlet or extension cord if the plug fits loosely or if the outlet or
extension cord feels hot.

• Avoid contact with moving parts.

• Blades are sharp. Use extreme caution during assembly, while operating,

disassembly and cleaning.

• Do not use if blades are broken, cracked or loose.

• Do not leave appliance unattended while it is operating.

• Do not run this appliance continuously for more than 5 minutes as overheating

may occur. Allow motor to cool down before repeat usage.

• Do not run machine without ice in the shaver bowl as damage to appliance may
occur.

• Never place fingers or utensils into the feed or discharge areas to reduce the
risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the shaver.

• Always check shaver bowl for presence of foreign objects before using.

• For household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Power Button

Removable Cone

Cup Holder

Motor

Shaver Bowl

Blade Adjustment Knob

Ice Cups

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EFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

Please check all packaging material carefully before discarding. Many
accessory parts are contained within the packaging material.

Wash the shaver bowl in warm, soapy water, rinse and dry. Do not put in
dishwasher. NEVER IMMERSE THE SHAVER MOTOR IN WATER.
When assembling, dismantling or cleaning, always ensure that the appliance is not
connected to the power supply.

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SING YOUR ICE SHAVER

1. Fill a standard ice cube tray or the supplied ice cups with water and place in the
freezer until frozen. Ice cubes work well in the Ice Shaver but may produce a
slightly coarser textured ice than the ice cup block.

2. Place the shaver bowl on top of the base, aligning the tabs with the slots and
gently press down until the shaver bowl locks into place. The shaver bowl
should not be removed after attaching.

3. Turn the blade adjustment knob on the side of the base – clockwise (right) for
finer and counterclockwise (left) for coarser shaved ice. Note: Do not change
the knob position while shaving ice.

4. When the ice cubes or ice cup blocks are frozen solid, remove from the tray or
cup and place in shaver bowl.

5. To use paper or silicone cone cups, insert the cup holder into the base opening,
or place a separate bowl or ice cup on the base to collect the shaved ice. Note:
Do not attach cup holder if using a bowl or ice cup.

6. Place the shaver motor on top of the ice, plug into an electrical outlet, and press
the power button while applying a steady, downward pressure. The motor will
start and ice shaving will begin. To stop shaving, remove hand from power
button.

7. Add your favorite West Bend® premium syrup, soft drink, or fresh fruit to the
shaved ice and enjoy.

8. Unplug from the power supply immediately after use.

• A small amount of smoke and/or odor may occur upon use due to the

release of manufacturing oils – this is normal.

• Some minor expansion/contraction sounds may occur during use – this is

normal.

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LEANING YOUR ICE SHAVER

1. Always unplug appliance before cleaning.

2. Hand wash in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. CAUTION: Be
extremely careful of shaving blade in bowl as blade is very sharp. Note: Do not
wash parts in a dishwasher.

3. Clean exterior of the appliance with a damp, soft cloth and wipe dry. Note: Do
not immerse shaver motor in water or other liquid.

NEVER ATTEMPT TO SHARPEN SHAVING BLADE AS INJURY MAY OCCUR.

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OOL & EASY TREATS

Super Snow Cones – Shave ice directly into Snow Cone Cups. Mound tops with

additional “Snow” if desired. Dispense your favorite West Bend® premium syrup
directly on top of the shaved ice. Combine different syrups to create your own
unique flavors. TIP: Use flavored ice cubes for unique snow cone tastes. Freeze
fruit juice, soda, flavored yogurt, or flavored milk into cubes. Shave into cups. If
desired, use West Bend® Premium syrups for added flavor.

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RODUCT WARRANTY

Appliance 1 Year Limited Warranty

Focus Electrics, LLC (“Focus Electrics”) warrants this appliance from failures in the material
and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase with proof of purchase,
provided the appliance is operated and maintained in conformity with the provided Instruction
Manual. Any failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at Focus
Electrics’ discretion. This warranty applies to indoor household use only.

This warranty does not cover any damage, including discoloration, to any non-stick surface of
the appliance. This warranty is null and void, as determined solely by Focus Electrics if the
appliance is damaged through accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, scratching, or if the
appliance is altered in any way.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, PERFORMANCE, OR
OTHERWISE, WHICH ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL FOCUS
ELECTRICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, FORSEEABLE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

If you think the appliance has failed or requires service within its warranty period, please
contact the Focus Electrics Customer Service Department at [phone], or e-mail us at
[e-mail]. A receipt proving the original purchase date will be required for all
warranty claims, hand written receipts are not accepted. You may also be required to return
the appliance for inspection and evaluation. Return shipping costs are not refundable. Focus
Electrics is not responsible for returns lost in transit.

Replacement parts, if available, may be ordered directly from Focus Electrics, LLC several
ways. Order online at www.focuselectrics.com, e-mail [e-mail], over the
phone by calling [phone], or by writing to:

Focus Electrics, LLC
Attn: Customer Service
P. O. Box 2780
West Bend, WI 53095

To order with a check or money order, please first contact Customer Service for an order total.
Mail your payment along with a letter stating the model or catalog number of your appliance,
which can be found on the bottom or back of the unit, a description of the part or parts you are
ordering, and the quantity you would like. Your check should be made payable to Focus
Electrics, LLC.

Your state/province’s sales tax and a shipping fee will be added to your total charge. Please
allow two weeks for processing and delivery.

This manual contains important and helpful information regarding the safe use and care of your
new Focus Electrics product. For future reference, attach dated sales receipt for warranty proof
of purchase and record the following information:

Date purchased or received as gift: _______________________________________________
Where purchased and price, if known: _____________________________________________
Item number and Date Code (shown bottom/back of product):___________________________

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