7.How will I know when my PowerCup→ concentrator needs to be replaced?
If you notice you are getting more unpopped kernels than usual, it is time to replace the concentrator.
Important: Always replace the concentrator immediately if the top layer is torn or cracked.
8.The PowerPop→ popper fits in my microwave oven only when I remove the glass tray or turntable. Is it safe to use the microwave without the tray or turntable?
No. If your microwave oven comes with a glass tray or turntable, it should never be operated without the tray or turntable in place. Use without the tray or turntable results in short PowerCup→ concentrator life. It will also damage the popper and could destroy your microwave oven.
9.Sometimes I find the PowerCup→ concentrator on top of the popped corn with numerous unpopped kernels underneath.
What has happened?
Unpopped kernels were under the concentrator prior to popping, or the concentrator was not positioned tightly against the bottom of the popping bowl enabling unpopped kernels to slip under the concentrator during popping. When those kernels popped, they pushed the concentrator up, allowing more unpopped kernels to fall underneath the concentrator. Always make sure your concentrator is seated tightly against the bottom of the popping bowl and that all of the kernels are on the concentrator before you begin popping.
10.It seems when I make multiple batches of popcorn, each batch takes longer to pop. Why?
As the cavity of any microwave oven gets hotter, the oven becomes less efficient. Thus, if you are making multiple batches of corn, you might wish to allow the microwave to cool slightly between batches.
11.Although I am getting great popping performance, sometimes the corn is scorched. What is causing this?
a.You may be microwaving the corn for too long. Remember that when popping slows to 2 to 3 seconds between pops, the popper should be removed from the microwave oven.
b.You are using seasonings for flavored corn which burn during popping. For future batches, sprinkle those seasonings on after the corn has popped. If the seasonings are not in fine powder form, they may also burn.
Care, Cleaning, and Storage
The popping bowl and cover are dishwasher safe or they can be washed in warm, sudsy water and rinsed and dried thor- oughly. Do not immerse the PowerBase™ concentrator in water or other liquids. Wipe the PowerBase™ concentrator with a damp cloth. If the PowerBase™ concentrator is immersed accidentally, you will need to place the base in an upright position and allow it to drain before use.
If popping corn with oil and salt, wipe the PowerCup→ concentrator with a damp cloth after each use to remove oil and salt residue. Do not scrub the concentrator with abrasives or soak in water.
Store concentrator inside of popping bowl and use for your next batch of popcorn.
Recipes
Traditional Popcorn
1 1⁄2 | tablespoons cooking oil | 1⁄2 teaspoon salt |
1⁄3 | cup popcorn |
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Pour oil on PowerCup→ concentrator in popping bowl. Add popcorn and sprinkle with salt. Cover popper and place in center of microwave oven. Set timer for 5 minutes (see page 3, step 4). Cook on high power until rapid popping slows to 2 to 3 seconds between pops. Carefully remove popper from oven and cover from popper.
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