I was sooooo happy with my first two batches (Butter Pecan then strawberry) that I wanted to try vanilla (Awesome) before writing a review. Lessons learned: to avoid hard icy product, let the machine run until it shuts itself off because of thickness. One of the reviews gave GREAT ADVICE to soak fruit in vodka. Locking plastic cover & electric arm in proper positions needs more grahics (diagrams & photos). Figured it out with no damage to machine. Wonderful experience. Turn it on & no worries.