Does anyone know what antifreeze Hamilton Beach uses in the freezer bowls? There's a white film at the edge and I don't know if it's safe to use..
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I don't know what it is but mine got so bad that I ended up throwing it away. I had it for a few years and didn't use it that much. I always wiped them clean when I was done and they would always have that white stuff when I would get it back out. The last time both bowls were just a mess.
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When you put it in the freezer, don't close it all the way. Wait a bit then close it so the moisture doesn't freeze in grooves.
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I just stick one of those blue ice packs in the mesh pocket in carrying case. And I don't know if it helps much but I keep the carrying case in the freezer (when I remember). I've tried putting the stainless steel case in the fridge to pre-chill it, but that makes it sweat. I've heard of people packing it the night before and putting it in the fridge, but maybe that's a different climate (it's humid here). I haven't tried it because I'm afraid it would make a sandwich soggy. The ice pack works great though.
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The company should be able to tell you - if it's not proprietary. All I know is it has antifreeze and various buffering agents.
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I have for short periods, but it may not be a good idea. The heating/cooling element is on the side of the cooler. I would imagine if the ice melted enough that water got in there, it could damage it. Maybe if you did ice in milk jugs or something.
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We don't have the paperwork anymore, but we've always just washed it by hand since it's metal (and my husband just uses it for water). But I did just go and see if it said "dishwasher safe" on the bottom (it didn't) and there was still ice in it from 24 hours ago!! Sorry I couldn't have been more knowledgeable to answer your question.
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The boyfriend says to try good quality filtered water and to turn your freezer to the warmest setting so that the ice freezes slower, that should give the air bubbles a chance to work out. Hope that helps!
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I live in California so a freeze is not an issue here. also I do not know what the liquid is but it is green. I only use this in side of our small trailer. Works good and easy to see.
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All I can tell you is, it did not work for me. As soon as the temps dropped to freezing, the water froze in it. And I do mean froze. I ended up getting heated dog bowls they sell. They work very well. So this was a waste of money for me.
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The ice is a half moon shape and ours is what I think you are calling white ice, a little white a little clear. I think the color of the ice has a lot more to do with water/air etc. in the ice than the ice maker itself. We have it in an office of about 55 people and it seems to do the trick.
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Car antifreeze already has built in antimicrobial properties. If your using this in a PC. Assuming your not doing sub ambient cooling and not mixing aluminum and copper, straight distilled water is better. Glycol can leave deposits and gunk. Plus it will stain your lines. I have even heard of it breaking down acetl top blocks.
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The packs are thinner, individual-type cells so they defrost quickly. We usually keep it in a cooler with drinks and ice and it stays frozen through the game.I think it would defrost quickly if not in a cooler with ice.
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Have not gotten around to using it yet- so I do not know. If you are concerned about the white- Blue Ice by Turtle Wax does not leave any white residue- I have used that.
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I froze mine. It has special extra long lasting cubes in the gel and will stay ultra cold for an hour. You will freeze before it thaws.
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I wouldn't recommend it. The coating seems more like a polyurethane glaze and, unless it was submerged in the stuff, I doubt that the metal is impervious to the cold and moisture in a freezer. I would recommend something made of rubber, coated with an epoxy substance or a freezer-suitable plastic for such use.
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You just want to dump ice in it? I have camping ice such as blue ice or any other container you can freeze and put inside. I don't know if it leaks because this is the kind of ice I use when I use it. I live in Texas where it is very hot. Groceries get hot and melted, wilted and so forth just comming home from the stores. I use these bags as a way to keep my food from spoiling on the way home. Great for long trips to do the same provided you put ice packs in them.
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Hello and good morning, I have two different styles one for summer (this one)and a heated base one. I really think it would chip or shatter with a freeze. Hope this helps! good luck