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Part No.41490
Pop-O-Gold
Instruction Manual
Cincinnati, OH 45241-4807 USA

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  • Page 1 Part No.41490 Pop-O-Gold Instruction Manual Cincinnati, OH 45241-4807 USA...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Read and understand operator’s manual and all other safety instructions before using this equipment. To order copies of the operator’s manual go to gmpopcorn.com or write to Gold Medal Products Co., 10700 Medallion Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241 USA 1-(800)-543-0862 022_060215 http://www.gmpopcorn.com...
  • Page 3 Gold Medal’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-543-0862 for any questions about your machine operations, replacement parts, or any service questions. (Gold Medal Products Co. does not assume any liability for injury due to careless handling and/or reckless operation of this equipment.) http://www.gmpopcorn.com...

  • Page 4: Installation Instructions

    Read and understand the operator’s manual and all other safety instructions before using this equipment. To order copies of the operator’s manual go to gmpopcorn.com or write to Gold Medal Products Co., 10700 Medallion Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241 USA 1-(800)-543-0862.

  • Page 5: Final Preparation

    Oil Dispense Installation To connect and calibrate the oil dispense system to this popper; refer to the Bucket Pump (Gold Medal Item No. 2114) or Bag-in-a-Box (Gold Medal Item No. 2257) Instruction Manual included with the unit. The proper amount of oil for the 32oz. unit is between 8 oz. to 10.5 oz.

  • Page 6: Controls And Their Functions

    Pop-O-Gold CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS LIGHT SWITCH This switch operates all the lights; interior and dome on your popcorn machine. WARMER SWITCH This switch operates the forced air popcorn crisping system. KETTLE HEAT SWITCH This switch operates the heating elements in the popping kettle.
  • Page 7 Pop-O-Gold CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS (Continued) Item Part Description Salt Sweet Switch Switch Cover - For Salt Sweet Switch only Oil Dispense Push Button (PB) Switch Green Pilot Light Lighted Rocker Switch Load Dump Pilot Light - Amber 3 Position Rocker Switch - Flexi-Pop Models Only...

  • Page 8: Popping Corn Instructions

     Turn OFF the Kettle Heat if you are finished popping corn. AMOUNT OF POPCORN AND OIL This popper is equipped with corn, salt, and oil measures. Gold Medal recommends flavored and colored coconut oil. Popcorn popped in coconut oil stays fresh longer and does not leave black deposits in your kettle like other oils.
  • Page 9 Pop-O-Gold 6. On the final kettle of corn, turn the Kettle Heat Switch OFF just as the lids are forced open by the popping corn. This procedure saves electricity, since the kettle has plenty of heat, and helps eliminate smoke/odor from any oil residue that remains after popping has stopped.
  • Page 10 Pop-O-Gold POPPING SWEET CORN (IF EQUIPPED)* 1. Turn all switches ON; the Salt-Sweet Switch should be on Sweet mode (if equipped, the Flexi- Pop Switch should be set on 32 oz.). Note: When popping with coconut oil, be sure the oil is liquid. As a check, dispense oil into a measuring cup first (should be between 8 to 10.5 oz.), then use that oil for the first...

  • Page 11: Care And Cleaning

    2. Every night, mix Gold Medal’s Heat’n Kleen solution (Item No. 2095), 2 tablespoons per gallon of water. It is not necessary to use the entire gallon at once; only use enough to fill the kettle 1/2 inch deep.
  • Page 12 Gold Medal Watchdog Stainless Cleaner (Item No. 2088). DO NOT use oven cleaners or abrasive materials as they will damage parts of the machine. 6. Clean the glass panels with glass cleaner. Gold Medal Watchdog Glass Cleaner (Item No. 2588) is recommended.
  • Page 13 Pop-O-Gold FILTER CLEANING The popper is equipped with an efficient and durable filtration system. The first mesh filter should be cleaned on a daily basis, and the two internal filters should be cleaned weekly to maintain maximum efficiency. Follow the steps below for proper filter cleaning: Step 1: Daily Filter Cleaning Clean first Mesh Filter daily.

  • Page 14: Maintenance Instructions

    Pop-O-Gold MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER Machine must be properly grounded to prevent electrical shock to personnel. Failure to do so could result in serious injury, or death. DO NOT immerse any part of this equipment in water. DO NOT use excessive water when cleaning.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Pop-O-Gold TROUBLESHOOTING LONG POPPING CYCLES If your pop cycle is longer than 4 minutes, it can be the result of several things: HEATING ELEMENT - One of the heating elements in the kettle may be burned out. This would result in the kettle never reaching the proper operating temperature.
  • Page 16 Pop-O-Gold ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (Domestic) Operation The temperature control is factory set to stop the power to the kettle when the thermocouple reaches setpoint. This is also the ideal point to dump the popped corn out of the kettle. On the first start-up, this is the ideal time to load the corn and oil.

  • Page 17: Ordering Spare Parts

    4. Please include your model number, serial number, and date of manufacture (located on the machine nameplate/data plate) with your order. 5. Address all parts orders to: Parts Department Gold Medal Products Co. 10700 Medallion Drive Cincinnati, Ohio 45241-4807 Or, place orders by phone or online:...
  • Page 18 Pop-O-Gold 32 oz. Kettle Assembly – 2127HT Complete Agitator Assembly (Includes Lids) 8 Apply Loctite 246 before installing. To install Nut Retainer: Slightly bend tabs down. Once bolts are tightened into block, fully bend each tab against flat side of head.
  • Page 19 Pop-O-Gold 32 oz. Kettle Assembly – 2127HT Parts List Part No. Item Parts Description 2127HT CROSSBAR FASTENER 47977 RH KETTLE BOTTOM ASSY (see next section 62300 for parts breakdown) KETTLE LEAD ASSEMBLY 55140 DUMP HANDLE PLASTIC 41139 32 OZ LID AGITATOR ASSY (Complete Assy)
  • Page 20 Pop-O-Gold 32 oz. Kettle Bottom Assembly Element View - Interior Junction Box Interior View Kettle Shell - Bottom View http://www.gmpopcorn.com Page 20...
  • Page 21 Pop-O-Gold 32 oz. Kettle Bottom Assembly – Parts List Part No. Item Part Description 2127HT RH KETTLE BOTTOM ASSY (Complete Assy. – 62300 includes parts listed below.) HEAT TRANSFER PLATE 32 OZ. 41534 KETTLE GASKET 41597 32 0Z KETTLE WELDED ASSY...
  • Page 22 Pop-O-Gold DOME BREAKDOWN (Fluorescent Lighting) Item Part Description Part No. Light Tube Holder 41020 Sign Glass With Graphics 41506 Light Ballast 41509 FS-25 Starter 41508 Light Tube Holder for Starter 41021 Molded Plug 47726 http://www.gmpopcorn.com Page 22...
  • Page 23 Pop-O-Gold DOME BREAKDOWN (Neon Lighting) Item Part Description Part No. Molded Plug 47726 12 Volt Power Supply 55231 Power Supply Bracket Assembly 55233 Clear Sign Cover (included with 67524) 67418 LED Sign Assembly 67524 Sign Brackets (x2) 67488 http://www.gmpopcorn.com Page 23...
  • Page 24 Pop-O-Gold DOME BREAKDOWN (LED Lighting) Item Part Description Part No. Popcorn Sign w/Graphics 82473 24V/25W Power Supply 55350 Molded Plug 47726 LED Strip (x2) 55379 http://www.gmpopcorn.com Page 24...

  • Page 25: Cabinet Breakdown

    Pop-O-Gold CABINET BREAKDOWN See Door Hardware Kits parts breakdown on next page. http://www.gmpopcorn.com Page 25...
  • Page 26 Pop-O-Gold CABINET BREAKDOWN Parts List Item Part Description Part No. Corn Pan 41285 Plexiglas Drop Panel 61126 Old Maid Pan 40276 Corn Bin Lid St Stl 41515 Corn Bin 41689 Power Supply Cord 16050 Wire Harness for Oil Pump 41499...
  • Page 27 Pop-O-Gold CABINET BREAKDOWN Item Part Description Part No. LH Cabinet Drawer Slide 46512 RH Cabinet Drawer Slide 46511 Corn Bin Retainer 41661 http://www.gmpopcorn.com Page 27...
  • Page 28 Pop-O-Gold CABINET BREAKDOWN Item Part Description Part No. Diffuser Cover 61139 Filter Retainer 63634 Filter (Pack of 5 Filters) 63633 Blower Cover 62158 800 Watt Tubular Element* 61128 Thermostat Mounting Bracket 55500 Thermostat 55496 Blower Motor 61123 * NOTE: This Element will be covered. For proper operation, you MUST remove the cover and clean underneath the element every 3 –...
  • Page 29 Pop-O-Gold CABINET BREAKDOWN http://www.gmpopcorn.com Page 29...
  • Page 30 Pop-O-Gold CABINET INTERIOR PARTS LIST Item Part Description Part No. Magnetic Catch 47561 Hanger Arm Assy w/Clean-In-Place Latch 49505 Set Screw 10-32 x 3/16 (x2) 41742 SPUR GEAR 41380 (NOTE: Always replace Agitator Spur Gear and Kettle Drive Motor Gear as a set.)
  • Page 31 Pop-O-Gold MOTOR PLATE BREAKDOWN See next page for Relays See Controls Parts Breakdown for Switches and Indicator Lights. Item Part Description Part No. Lamp Holder 47047 Wire Harness 41712 Motor Capacitator 7.5 uf (Black-Bison Motor) 46107 Motor Capacitator 10 uf (White-Franklin Motor)
  • Page 32 Pop-O-Gold RELAY BREAKDOWN Item Part Description Part No. Relay/30A/DPST/120V Coil/Domestic 55219 Relay/30A/DPDT/120V Coil/Domestic Flexi-Pop 46081 Relay/30A/DPST-NO/120V Coil/4 Terminals/Domestic 48590 Relay/30A/DPDT/120V Coil/6 Terminals/Domestic 48645 Contactor IEC/220V Coil/Export 89082 Contactor IEC/40A/120V Coil/Domestic 48912 Contactor IEC/32A/120V Coil/Domestic 48945 Relay/30A/DPDT/240V Coil/Export 89858 Ventilation Control Components – “V” Models Only...
  • Page 33 Pop-O-Gold CONTROLS - PARTS BREAKDOWN Item Part Description Part No. Salt Sweet Switch 55440 Switch Cover - For Salt Sweet Switch only 48786 Oil Momentary 41031 Green Pilot Light 48660 Lighted Rocker Switch 42798 Load Dump Pilot Light - Amber...

  • Page 34: Wiring Diagram

    Pop-O-Gold WIRING DIAGRAM For wiring information, please reference the Wiring Diagram shipped with the popper. http://www.gmpopcorn.com Page 34...
  • Page 35 This bulletin describes popcorn machines equipped with an Electronic Temperature Control manufactured by NCC for Gold Medal Products. There are no mechanical thermostats used with this control. The mechanical thermostats are replaced by two Thermocouple Sensors, one for the High Limit and one for Temperature Control.
  • Page 36 Factory Set Point Jumper Settings Overshoot Temperature Temperature Model Salt F Sweet F Potentiometer Macho Pop/Pappy’s -20% 2102E Citation -20% 52 oz. Medallion -20% 32 Oz. Pop-O-Gold 2010 Astro Pop 36 oz. Cornado -20% 48 oz. Cornado -20% Table 1 http://www.gmpopcorn.com Page 36...
  • Page 37 Service Bulletin 0074 – NCC Electronic Temperature Control Appendix A Trouble Shooting for Service Personnel 1. If the kettle does not heat and there are no beeper sounds, look on the heat control to see if the green PWR LED is on. The PWR LED indicates there is power to the control board. If the LED is not on, check the Heat Switch and wiring.
  • Page 38 VAC) is connected to L1. The L2 connection is for the neutral or common voltage wire. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Technical Service or Engineering at Gold Medal Products Co. Toll Free Phone Number 1-800-543-0862 http://www.gmpopcorn.com...
  • Page 39 Service Bulletin 0074 – NCC Electronic Temperature Control Appendix A Temperature Control Board Salt/Sweet Option - there are two jumpers with wires. The TC-A is the Limit Thermocouple common wire (white) Input. + is Yellow Wire. is connected to a bottom jumper pin.

  • Page 40: Warranty

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