Cuisinart FR-16
Cuisinart Hot and Cold Milk Frother User Manual
Model: FR-16 | Brand: Cuisinart
Introdución
The Cuisinart Hot and Cold Milk Frother is designed to enhance your coffee and beverage experience by creating rich, creamy foam for lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, and more. This versatile appliance can produce up to 4 ounces of hot or cold froth, or heat up to 8 ounces of milk for warm beverages. Its user-friendly design, featuring an easy-grip handle and integrated spout, simplifies pouring and even allows for creative latte art. The nonstick milk tank, wipe-off exterior, and dishwasher-safe lid ensure effortless cleaning and maintenance.
Garantías importantes
Cando se utilicen aparellos eléctricos, deben seguirse sempre as precaucións básicas de seguridade para reducir o risco de incendio, descarga eléctrica e/ou lesións ás persoas, incluíndo as seguintes:
- Read all instructions before operating the frother.
- Non toque superficies quentes. Use asas ou botóns.
- To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse the cord, plug, or frother base in water or other liquids.
- É necesaria unha estreita supervisión cando calquera aparello é usado por nenos ou preto de eles.
- Desenchufe da toma cando non estea en uso e antes de limpalo. Deixar arrefriar antes de poñer ou quitar pezas e antes de limpar o aparello.
- Non faga funcionar ningún aparello cun cable ou enchufe danados, ou despois de que o aparello funcione mal ou se caia ou estea danado de calquera xeito.
- O uso de accesorios non recomendados por Cuisinart pode causar lesións.
- Non use ao aire libre.
- Non deixes que o cable colgue do bordo da mesa ou do mostrador nin toque superficies quentes.
- Non o coloque sobre ou preto dun queimador eléctrico ou de gas quente, nin nun forno quente.
- Conecte sempre primeiro o enchufe ao electrodoméstico e, a seguir, o cable á toma de corrente. Para desconectalo, poña calquera control na posición de apagado e, a seguir, retire o enchufe da toma de corrente.
- Non use o aparello para outros usos que os previstos.
- Débese ter moito coidado ao mover un aparello que conteña líquidos quentes.
Pezas e características

Figura 1: Fronte view of the Cuisinart Hot and Cold Milk Frother, showcasing its sleek black design and control button.
- Frother Pitcher: The main body of the frother with a nonstick interior.
- Tapa: Transparent lid with a removable cap for adding ingredients.
- Batedor de escuma: Used for creating thick, creamy foam.
- Milk-Warming Stirrer: Úsase para quentar o leite sen facer escuma.
- Base de potencia: Detachable base that provides power to the frother.
- Botón de control: Single button for starting and stopping operations, with indicators for hot and cold settings.
- Easy-Grip Handle and Spout: Ergonomically designed for comfortable handling and precise pouring.
Configuración
Before first use, clean all parts of the frother as described in the "Cleaning and Maintenance" section.
- Place the power base on a clean, dry, flat surface.
- Ensure the frother pitcher is clean and dry before placing it on the power base.
- Select the appropriate whisk:
- For frothing (hot or cold), insert the frothing whisk onto the post at the bottom of the pitcher.
- For heating milk only, insert the milk-warming stirrer onto the post at the bottom of the pitcher.
- Enchufe o cable de alimentación nunha toma eléctrica estándar.

Figure 2: Interior of the frother pitcher, indicating the 'Warm Max' and 'Froth Max' fill lines for proper operation.
Instrucións de funcionamento
For Hot Froth:
- Ensure the frothing whisk is installed in the pitcher.
- Pour cold milk into the pitcher, ensuring it does not exceed the "Froth Max" fill line (approximately 4 oz.).
- Place the lid securely on the pitcher.
- Press the control button once. The indicator light will illuminate, and the frother will begin heating and frothing the milk.
- The frother will automatically stop when the desired temperature and froth consistency are achieved.
- Carefully remove the pitcher from the base and pour the frothed milk.

Figure 3: The frother ready to create barista-worthy froth for various specialty drinks, hot or cold.
For Cold Froth:
- Ensure the frothing whisk is installed in the pitcher.
- Pour cold milk into the pitcher, ensuring it does not exceed the "Froth Max" fill line (approximately 4 oz.).
- Place the lid securely on the pitcher.
- Press and hold the control button for 3 seconds. The indicator light will flash, and the frother will begin frothing the milk without heating.
- The frother will automatically stop when the desired froth consistency is achieved.
- Carefully remove the pitcher from the base and pour the frothed milk.
For Heating Milk (No Froth):
- Remove the frothing whisk and install the milk-warming stirrer in the pitcher.
- Pour cold milk into the pitcher, ensuring it does not exceed the "Warm Max" fill line (approximately 8 oz.).
- Place the lid securely on the pitcher.
- Press the control button once. The indicator light will illuminate, and the frother will begin heating the milk.
- The frother will automatically stop when the desired temperature is reached.
- Carefully remove the pitcher from the base and pour the heated milk.

Figure 4: Demonstrating the easy pouring and control for creating latte art with the frother's integrated spout.
Limpeza e Mantemento
Regular cleaning will ensure optimal performance and longevity of your Cuisinart Milk Frother.
- Always unplug the frother from the power outlet and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
- Frother Pitcher: The nonstick interior of the pitcher can be easily wiped clean with a damp cloth. For thorough cleaning, wash the pitcher by hand with warm, soapy water. Do not immerse the exterior of the pitcher or the electrical components in water.
- Tapa: The lid is dishwasher-safe (top rack recommended). Alternatively, wash by hand with warm, soapy water.
- Frothing Whisk and Milk-Warming Stirrer: Remove the whisk/stirrer from the pitcher and rinse under warm water immediately after use. If milk has dried, soak in warm, soapy water before cleaning. These are also dishwasher-safe.
- Exterior: Wipe the exterior of the frother pitcher and the power base with a damp pano. Non empregue produtos de limpeza abrasivos nin estropaxos, xa que poden danar o acabado.
- Almacenamento: Ensure all parts are completely dry before storing the frother. Store the frother in a clean, dry place.

Figure 5: The frother's interior, designed for easy cleaning with its nonstick surface and clear fill lines.
Resolución de problemas
| Problema | Causa posible | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| O vaporizador non se acende. | Non conectado; apagadotage; o espumador non está asentado correctamente na base. | Ensure unit is securely plugged into a working outlet. Check circuit breaker. Ensure pitcher is correctly placed on the power base. |
| Milk is not frothing or froth is thin. | Incorrect whisk used; milk level too high/low; type of milk; milk too warm. | Ensure frothing whisk is installed. Do not exceed "Froth Max" line. Use cold, fresh milk (dairy or non-dairy alternatives may vary in frothing ability). |
| O leite non quenta. | Incorrect stirrer used; milk level too high/low. | Ensure milk-warming stirrer is installed. Do not exceed "Warm Max" line. |
| Unit stops prematurely. | Overheating protection; insufficient liquid. | Allow unit to cool down. Ensure minimum liquid level is met. |
Especificacións
- Nome do modelo: Espumador de leite de espuma quente/fría
- Número de modelo: FR-16
- Marca: Cuisinart
- Cor: Negro
- Material: Aceiro inoxidable
- Capacidade: 4 oz. (froth), 8 oz. (warm milk)
- Característica especial: Cool-Touch Casing
- Compoñentes incluídos: Lid, Milk Frother, Frothing Whisk, Milk-Warming Stirrer
- Coidado do produto: Dishwasher Safe Lid, Hand Wash Only (pitcher interior)
- Peso do artigo: 2.99 libras
- Dimensións do paquete: 10.67 x 7.56 x 7.56 polgadas
- UPC: 086279235084, 068459320421

Figure 6: Key dimensions of the Cuisinart Hot and Cold Milk Frother for placement and storage reference.
Garantía e Soporte
This Cuisinart Hot and Cold Milk Frother (Model FR-16) comes with a Garantía limitada de 3 anos from the date of original purchase. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal household use.
For warranty claims, technical support, or product inquiries, please contact Cuisinart Customer Service. Keep your purchase receipt as proof of purchase for warranty validation.
Cuisinart Customer Service:
- Websitio: www.cuisinart.com/support/ (Exampligazón, a ligazón real pode variar)
- Teléfono: Refer to Cuisinart's official websitio para números de contacto actuais.
Do not return the product to the store. For assistance, contact Cuisinart directly.
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