Using Your Popcorn Maker

TIP: The popcorn maker comes with a handy storage compartment. It is a convenient way for you to store any utensils or non- perishable ingredients right along with your popcorn maker. You will always be prepared and well equipped to make hot, fresh popcorn anytime.

1)Make sure the popcorn maker is unplugged before you do any of the following.

2)Before using the unit, please check carefully if voltage is suitable to the wattage . (Please check if the voltage is matching with rating label specified next to the power cord).

3)Clean the internal surface of the kettle pot and main unit surfaces.

4)Main unit has 3 function switches as follows:

Spot light and warmer

(1)

Stirrer(2)

Stainless steel Pot heater

(3)

5)Hook up the kettle onto the hanger of the main unit.

6)Now you can plug in the power cord to the popcorn maker.

7)Switch on the light and heater (1 & 3), and fill the kettle with 1-Tablespoon of veg etable oil (Fig. 1). Do not use butter inside the kettle. Butter will burn.

8)Kettle should be pre-heated for 3 to 4 minutes with oil (until steam comes out from the pot).

9)Measure out ½- Cup of plain popcorn kernels. Make sure to use plain popcorn kernels with no seasoning or salt as it will cause the oil to splatter.

10)Lift the lid and then pour in the kernels carefully. (Fig. 2) Caution: Lid will be hot!

11)Switch ON the Stirrer (2) . (Fig. 3)

12)Shut the door carefully.

13)Popcorn starts popping out through the lid after about 2 to 3 minutes. (Fig. 4)

14)Switch OFF the stirrer & heater (2& 3) when popping is complete (No more popping sounds from the pot). Rotate the roller bar of the pot and pour out all remaining popcorn from pot. Caution: Kettle will be hot !

15)Keep heater switch (3) OFF if the unit is not being continuously used.

16)Serve your popcorn with popcorn scoop provided.

17)Remove plug from power supply if the unit is not being used for a long period of time.

18)Repeat step 7 to 12 for continuous popping.

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Cleaning and Maintenance

To avoid burning of excess oils on the bottom of the kettle, it is strongly recommended to clean the kettle after using 3 to 4 times.

After using the popcorn machine, users should use wet towel to clean up the main unit, main body and glasses; rubbish tray is strongly recommended to clean frequently to prevent any bacteria growth.

Quick Cleaning Procedure:

Switch OFF (2 & 3). Pour 1-1/2 to 2 cups of water (NO detergent is necessary) into kettle. Sw itch ON the stirrer (2) & heater (3) again to boil the water and let the stirrer turn in order to remove excess amount of seasoning or grit stuck on the surface. Pour out the water after about 1 to 2 minutes of boiling. Caution: Kettle will be hot! Repeat the same procedure 2 to 3 times for better results.

Standard cleaning procedure:

1.Repeat the above “Quick cleaning procedure” until clean.

2.Switch off the machine and wait for the kettle to cool down. Clean the interior and exterior of the kettle with a brush or damp cloth . (NEVER immerse the kettle into water.)

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