On Thursday, 6 November 1997 at 19:00:00 UTC+11, Jack and Kay Hartman wrote:
> In <345FF4...@cais.com> David Cacner <cac...@cais.com> writes:
> >
> >Help ! We bought a Donvier Ice Cream Maker at an estate sale, but it
> >was missing the instructions. Does anybody have a copy or can you
> give
> >a short message on the basics ??
> Here's the entire instruction booklet, minus the recipes.
> Kay
> PREPARING YOUR DONVIER(tm)
> 1. Remove the lid, handle, and blade of the Donvier Ice Cream Maker.
> Then remove the Chillfast(tm) aluminum cylinder from the Donier outer
> case.
> 2. Wipe the inside of the cylinder thoroughly with a clean dry cloth.
> 3. Plase the Chillfast aluminum cylinder in the freezer. (Freezer
> temperature should be at least 18 degrees C (0 degrees F)). It is
> important to thoroughly freeze the Chillfast aluminum cylinder.
> 4. If your freezer has a cold air vent, place the cylinder open end up
> directly in front of the air vent. If you freezer is a direct cooling
> type, place the cylinder directly on the floor of the freezer in an
> upright position.
> 5. Leave the cylinder in your freezer for at least 7 hours, and
> preferably overnight.
> NOTE: Storing your Chillfast aluminum cylinder in the freezer lets you
> make ice cream at a moment's notice. [This is what I do. I cover the
> top with some Saran Wrap and leave it in there so it is always ready
> and always as cold as possible. KH]
> MAKING ICE CREAM THE DONVIER(tm) WAY
> Blend ice cream ingredients in a separate bowl. Cool. (The colder the
> mixture is, the better it will freeze.)
> STEPS 2 THROUGH 8 SHOULD BE DONE AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE TO KEEP THE
> CYLINDER PROPERLY CHILLED.
> 1. Take the Chillfast aluminum cylinder out of the freezer.
> 2. Place the chilled cylinder in the Donvier outer case, matching up
> the "/_\" marks on the ring and outer case to prevent slipping.
> 3. Fit the bottom of the blade in the shallow hole in the bottom of
> the cylinder.
> 4. Pour the blended ingredients into the Chillfast aluminum cylinder.
> 5. Place the lid on the cylinder carefully aligning the "/_\" marks on
> the cylinder ring with the "lock" tab on the lid. The hole in the lid
> should fit directly over the top of the blade.
> 6. Lock the lid by turning it counter-clockwise into position.
> 7. Hold the Donvier case handle with one hand covering the "/_\" mark
> on the cylinder ring with your thumb.
> 8. Immediately attach the handle and turn it clockwise slowly three or
> four times.
> 9. Let the mixture sit for two or three minutes and turn the handle
> clockwise again two or three times.
> 10. Continue this procedure for 15-20 minutes.
> 11. The top of the turn handle has a small plastic cap. This can be
> removed to plug the opening in the top of the lid prior to serving the
> contents. Do not allow children to play with the cap.
> NOTE: If the steady freezing of the ingredients makes turning
> difficult, turn the handle in the opposite direction.
> It is not necessary to continuously turn the handle. In fact, turning
> the handle too frequently will delay the freezing process. LET DONVIER
> DO THE WORK!
> CARING FOR YOUR DONVIER
> Care and Cleaning
> 1. After using, wash the freezer cylinder with a sponge or soft cloth
> in luke warm water with a mild detergent.
> 2. Rinse completely.
> 3. Wipe the cylinder thoroughly dry.
> 4. Store in a dry place or keep in the freezer.
> NOTE: The Chillfast refrigerant used in the Donvier cylinder is
> absolutely non-toxic and safe.
> Never was the greezer cylinder in the dishwasher.
> Never use a souring pad.
> Never wipe the plastic parts with cleaning solvents.
> Never heat the freezer cylinder in any way.
> Never handle the frozen cylinder with wet hands.
> Never allow children to use without supervision.
> Never freeze the plastic parts of your Donvier. Always remove the
> blade, lid, and handle before placing the Chillfast aluminum cylinder
> in the freezer.
> ICE CREAM RECIPES AND HINTS [I am not including any of their recipes
> because I think you can do much better. KH]
> (NOTE: Some ice cream recipes require pre-cooked bases.)
> 1. Make cooked ice cream bases at least one day ahead. This allows
> them time to cool properly and the volume will be maximized.
> Pre-chilling of each base is recommended!
> 2. If only yolks are called for in a recipe, use the whites for other
> recipes included here, or use them to make baked meringue shells to
> serve ice cream in.
> 3. If only egg whites are used in a recipe, as in some sherbets, save
> the yolks for cooked bases calling only for yolks, or add them to
> enrich other cooked bases.
> 4. Richer, creamier ice creams can be made by adding more cream and
> less milk.
> 5. Lighter ice creams can be made by using more milk than cream, or by
> eliminating the cream altogether. Most recipes will work if skimmed
> milk is used, although there will be a change in texture.
> 6. Uncooked ice creams will give best results if you use an electric
> mixer to "cream" the eggs and sugar (or honey). This maximizes the
> volume and helps incoporate the sugar into the mixture.
> 7. Since alcohol added to ice cream results in a softer texture, you
> may wish to add this later in the freezing process rather than at the
> beginning.
> 8. All ice cream mixtures should keep well for several days in your
> refrigerator. Just pour into the frozen Donvier when ready to use.
> 9. Acidic ingredients (including almost all fruits) should be mixed
> and stored in non-metallic containers as metals may cause color or
> flavor changes.
> 10. When pouring the ice cream base into the frozen cylinder, stop
> 1/4" from the top as the ice cream will increase in volume during
> freezing.
> 11. Use only a rubber or plastic scraper or a wooden spoon to remove
> the contents to avoid damage to the aluminum cylinder.
> 12. Ice cream made in the Donier will be a soft, smooth texture. For
> a firmer texture simply remove the blade and replace the lid and cap,
> and allow it to sit for 1/2 hour.
> 13. Water-based frozen treats (such as sherbets, juices, sorbets)
> require more frequent turning of the blade. Just turn every minute or
> two for a smooth freeze.
> 14. In the unlikely event any ice cream is left over, you may store it
> is a plastic container in the freezer.
> [Ice cream recipes not reproduced. KH]
> DONVIER(tm) HEALTH NOTES
> Most of us can handle an occaisional dive into a rich and creamy
> dessert. However, may people are concerned about their consumption of
> refined sugars, salt, and fatty foods. Sugar can sometimes be reduced
> or eliminated. Often, several tablespoons, or for the quart capacity,
> 1/8 to 1/4 cup, less sugar will cause little taste difference. Honey
> may often replace sugar. Just use half as much honey as sugar.
> The following are general figures concerning the caloric, carbohydrate,
> fat, and cholesterol content of various frozen desserts. They may vary
> according to the different amounts of ingredients each person may use
> to suit his or her taste. Remember, it's not only the type of frozen
> dessert you eat, the the portion size that is important.
> [Sugar free, yogurt, and other "healthy" recipes not reproduced. KH]
> The Scoop on ... Frozen Desserts
> There are frozen desserts that may be healthier than ice cream because
> they are lower in calories, saturated fat, and cholesterol.
> ICE CREAM
> 1/2 cup (2.2 oz.)
> Calories..................140
> Carbohydrate..............15 grams
> Fat.......................7 grams
> Cholesterol...............30 milligrams
> % Calories from fat.......45%
> SHERBET
> 1/2 cup (3 oz.)
> Calories..................135
> Carbohydrate..............29 grams
> Fat.......................2 grams
> Cholesterol...............7 milligrams
> % Calories from fat.......8%
> ICE MILK
> 1/2 cup (2 oz.)
> Calories..................100
> Carbohydrate..............15 grams
> Fat.......................3.5 grams
> Cholesterol...............9 milligrams
> % Calories from fat.......31%
> FROZEN YOGURT
> 1/2 cup (3.5 oz.)
> Calories..................90
> Carbohydrate..............19 grams
> Fat.......................3.5 grams
> Cholesterol...............7 milligrams
> % Calories from fat.......7%
> Enjoy!!
> [Frozen mixed drink recipes not reproduced but hint is. KH]
> HINT: For best results with frozen mixed drinks, add the recommended
> portion of alcohol during the last minute of the freezing process.
> ADDITIONAL USES
> 1. Ice Bucket
> Remove the handle and blade. Plug the hole in the lid with the cap.
> Fill with ice and cover. Ice keeps for three hours. If the cylinder
> has been in the freezer, ice will keep for a very long time without
> melting.
> 2. Make ice coffee, tea, or cold soups
> Hot liquids can be cooled instantly in the frozen Chillfast aluminum
> cylinder.
> 3. Ice cup
> Fill the frozen cylinder with water. Ice will form on the wall of the
> cylinder. Wen the ice is acout 1 cm. thick, warm the bottom of the
> cylinder with tap water and remove the ice cup. Put the ice cup into
> the freezer until ready to use. Fill it with fresh fruit, shrimp, a
> wind bottle, etc.
> WHAT WENT WRONG?
> Your frozen dessert didn't turn out right --
> 1. The Chillfast(tm) aluminum cylinder may not have been sufficiently
> frozen because:
> The freezer was not turned to maximum cool.
> The cylinder was placed too near the freezer door.
> The freezer door had been opened and closed too many times.
> Food items blocked off the cold air vent at the back of the freezer.
> The Chillfast aluminum cylinder was placed on its side or upside
> down.
> The cylinder was left in its case or had its cover on. (Never cover
> with anything when it's in the freezer.)
> The freezer interior was too frosty.
> The Chillfast aluminum cylinder was in the freezer less than 7 hours.
> The cylinder was left unused at room temperature for more than 10
> minutes after removing from the freezer.
> 2. The ingredients were warmer than room temperature. (The colder
> your ingredients and bases are, the better they will freeze.)
> You have difficulty unlocking the plastic lid.
> 1. Moisture has frozen between the colored ring and the edge of this
> lid.
> Remove the Chillfast aluminum cylinder from the Donvier outer case.
> Pull the lid and the colored ring off the cylinder together.
> 2. Prevention entails making sure the lid and ring are dry before
> using. Also, make sure the lid and your hands are clean and free of
> any oils or grease.
> For further assistance or replacement of lost or damaged parts, call
> our toll free number between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
> 1-800-334-4559
> 1-804-431-2825 (Virginia)
> 1-800-387-9752 (Canada)
Well here I am 25 years later and this just what was missing from my inherited Donvier.
Thank you

On 12/17/2022 2:10, Lurline Trustum wrote:
> On Thursday, 6 November 1997 at 19:00:00 UTC+11, Jack and Kay Hartman wrote:
>> In<345FF4...@cais.com> David Cacner<cac...@cais.com> writes:
>>>
>>> Help ! We bought a Donvier Ice Cream Maker at an estate sale, but it
>>> was missing the instructions. Does anybody have a copy or can you
>> give
>>> a short message on the basics ??
>> Here's the entire instruction booklet, minus the recipes.
>> ... (SNIP)
> Well here I am 25 years later and this just what was missing from my inherited Donvier.
> Thank you

Well I'll be darned. An ancient Usenet post came in handy... LOL