Operate safely and correctly. Locate switches and note safety tips.
Light and warmer switch – turns on heat lamp and optional strip heater under corn pan
Kettle motor switch – turns on motor that drives kettle agitator shaft
Kettle heat switch – turns on heat element inside kettle
Do not cover air vent holes! Motor air intake and exhaust holes at top of machine must be clear of any obstructions
Avoid serious burns! Do not touch kettle while it is hot
How to Pop Corn. Follow these directions and let the fun begin.
Turn on kettle switch, kettle motor and exhaust switch
“Test pop” a kettle of corn – place oil measure in kettle with three corn kernels; when kernels pop, place remainder of oil, measured corn and flavoring in kettle; close lid
When corn has popped, rotate the handle to empty popcorn from kettle; return kettle to upright position
Repeat the cycle – subsequent batches are always more flavorful than the initial batch
Turn off the kettle heat switch near the completion of the final batch. Eliminate smoke and odor by turning off when the popcorn breaks over the lid
Turn off kettle heat, kettle motor and exhaust switches
After kettle has cooled, wipe exterior of kettle with heavy cloth to prevent burn or stain of oil drippings
Turn off all switches
Cleaning tips
Allow kettle to cool
Unplug kettle and remove from machine
Wipe clean: the kettle, kettle lids, crossbar and exterior. Do not immerse kettle in water!
Remove popped corn
Remove the “old maid” pan, empty unpopped kernels and wipe clean
