How does a snow cone maker work?

A snow cone maker works by shaving ice into small, fluffy flakes using a rotating blade or blades. The ice is typically cubed or shaved from a block, and the blades are made of stainless steel or another hard material. As the ice is shaved, it falls into a cup or bowl, where it can be topped with flavoured syrup, condensed milk, or other toppings.

Some snow cone makers also come with a built-in pump, which can be used to dispense a stream of flavoured syrup onto the shaved ice. This allows for a more even distribution of flavouring, and it also helps to keep the snow cones from becoming watered down.

Snow cone makers are relatively simple machines to operate. Most of them have a single on/off switch, and some models may also have a speed setting. To make a snow cone, simply add some ice to the machine's ice reservoir, turn it on, and wait for the ice to be shaved. Once the ice is shaved, you can add your desired toppings and enjoy!