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 gmpopcorn.com...
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Note: Improvements are always being made to Gold Medal’s equipment. This information may not be the latest available for your purposes. It is critical that you call Gold Medal’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-543-0862 for any questions about your machine operations, replacement parts, or any service questions.
Read and understand the Instruction Manual and all other safety instructions before using this equipment. To order copies of the Instruction Manual (Part No. 110241) or Parts Manual (Part No. 110242), go to gmpopcorn.com or write to Gold Medal Products Co., 10700 Medallion Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241 USA 1-(800)-543-0862.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Model Description The Elite Series PopClean Popper has a uni-body, stainless steel construction, available as an Updraft or Downdraft Model with either a 32 oz.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Items Included with this Unit 1/4 Cup Flavacol Measure (PN 47169) Incl. with 52 oz. units. 29.6 cc Flavacol Measure (PN 47681) 18 oz.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Setup The Elite Series PopClean popper has been adjusted, inspected, and tested at the factory. The Kettle is hard wired in the unit, and the exhaust filters are pre-installed and ready for use.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) 7. The small power cord (6 pin Jones Plug) is the oil pump harness which supplies power to the oil dispense unit.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Electrical Requirements Emissions listing for Updraft and Downdraft units: Updraft: 3.6 mg particulates/cubic meter of exhaust air Downdraft: 1 mg particulates/cubic meter of exhaust air The following power supply must be provided: Note: Twin Models have two kettles, a dual updraft system, and two linked fire...
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We recommend this equipment be on a dedicated and protected circuit. Failure to wire properly will void the warranty and may result in damage to the machine. It is Gold Medal Products Co.’s recommendation that this machine be plugged directly into a wall outlet. The use of extension cords is not recommended due to safety concerns, and may cause sacrificed and/or reduced performance.
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4. DO NOT use a grounded to un-grounded receptacle adapter (where applicable). 5. Install unit in a level position. CAUTION If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Gold Medal Products Co., its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. 039_080614 gmpopcorn.com...
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Fire Suppression System (some Exports excluded) Information in this section is intended for reference use by an Ansul Certified Representative ONLY, for units equipped with a Fire Suppression System (some Exports exclude Fire Suppression System).
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Connecting to a Building Alarm System The Fire Suppression System is equipped with the necessary components to be connected into the building’s alarm system (optional).
Downdraft Models (single kettle) – 3 high temperature links used (one for the kettle) 3 Gallon Tank (Gold Medal Part No. 62513; Ansul Part No. 429862) – Agent tank is located in the fire suppression component’s compartment, behind the oil dispense unit in the cabinet base.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Nozzle and Fusible Link Locations Each Updraft and Downdraft PopClean Popper is equipped with spray nozzles and temperature rated fusible links located throughout the Fire Suppression System.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Downdraft Models – Spray Nozzle and Fusible Link Locations Downdraft units have 3 Fusible Links and 6 Spray Nozzles. 280°F Fusible Link 280°F Fusible Link High temperature rated link...
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Filter System The popper is equipped with an efficient 3 stage filtration system. All filters must be installed correctly, the filter door must be closed, and NO filter system errors shown on the display for the Filter System and Kettle Heat to operate.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Filter System Error Code Explanation Table After changing a filter(s) or correcting a filter system error code, turn the Power Switch OFF then back ON to reset the display screen.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Error Code 14 Indicates the Box Filter is not installed, or the interlock switch Box Filter Error: Box Filter is NOT engaged.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Updraft Filters After changing filter(s) or correcting a filter system error code, turn the Power Switch OFF then back ON to reset the display screen.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Downdraft Filters After changing filter(s) or correcting a filter system error code, turn the Power Switch OFF then back ON to reset the display screen.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Controls and Their Functions Circuit Breakers Touch Screen Control Main Power USB Port Switch (this is NOT a charging port)
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Introduction to the Touch Screen Control The popper is equipped with a Touch Screen Control Panel. This section introduces the control and provides basic screen descriptions to navigate the control for general operation.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Equipment Controls Screen: Manually activate/deactivate an equipment selection. The Equipment Control screen is accessible from various screens to manually activate or deactivate an equipment selection.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Cook (Recipe Selection Screen): Standard Mode – Press button to select a Corn Type, Flavoring, and Load Size, then press OK to proceed. Theater Mode –...
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Initial Startup – User Configuration The Elite Touch Screen PopClean Popper has been programmed at the factory with default system settings for operation mode, oil calibration, recipe settings, and additional unit settings.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) 2. Oil System Calibration - Allows popper to display percentage of oil remaining in oil unit. For a full description, reference Navigating the Touch Screen Control section N7.1 Oil System Calibration.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Bucket Pump - On Settings screen, select Oil Pump Calibration. Allow kettle to cool completely prior to taking volume measurements.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) QUICK Reference Popping Instructions This is a QUICK reference for popping instructions. For a full description of each cooking screen, reference EXPANDED Instructions on next page.
Quick Reference on the previous page. Use the corn, salt, and oil measure provided to prepare ingredients per Gold Medal recommendations below. Popcorn popped in coconut oil stays fresh longer and does not leave black deposits in the kettle like other oils. Use only top quality, fresh popcorn from reputable suppliers.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Kettle begins preheating (the Filter System, Kettle Heat, Stir Motor, Popcorn Crisper, and Oil Master automatically turn ON). 4.1 If desired, manually turn Popcorn Crisper OFF(ON), reference steps below.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) If applicable, add Sweet Flavoring. 7.1 On prompt, add Glaze Pop, then close lid (use amount equal to half the quantity of raw corn or reference recommended amount on product).
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Navigating the Touch Screen Control Navigation instructions on operating the Touch Screen Control Panel can be set up for use in STANDARD MODE or THEATER MODE.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Navigation Section Index N1 Cook (Recipe Selection Screen) N7.5 Upload Recipes N1.1 Cook Screens (Cooking Cycle) N7.6 Download Recipes N7.7 View Cook N2 Training (Training Videos)
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) N1.1 Cook Screens: A cook cycle is started, kettle begins heating. Current Temp (Displays the current kettle temperature)
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Training: Preloaded instruction videos provided by manufacturer (video content and video quantity may vary). Training To View a Video: 1.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Reports: Screen view of reports for popper functions and information (report content and report quantity may vary).
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Equipment Controls Screen: Manually activate/deactivate an equipment selection. Equipment Controls The Equipment Control screen is accessible from within various screens to activate or deactivate an Screen equipment selection.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) OIL MASTER – Supplies power to the oil unit (either a Bag-in-a-Box or Bucket Pump model). Important Note: To stop oil flow at any time, turn the Oil Master switch OFF.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Settings Screen: Settings The Settings screen provides button access to unit functions. Protected button functions require Screen passcode entry as indicated by the button title (reference image shown below).
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) N7.1 Oil System Calibration (Oil Level Calibration) Oil Level An oil level sensor allows the display to show the approx. percentage of oil remaining in a bag or bucket Cal.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) N7.2 Oil Pump Calibration Oil Pump Sets the oil volume dispensed in 10 seconds of pump run time. The oil pump must be calibrated to Cal.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Bucket Pump - Oil Pump Calibration: For ANY calibration issues (ex: ERROR or caught in a loop), turn unit OFF/ON and restart calibration. Allow kettle to cool completely prior to taking volume measurements.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) N7.3 Recipes Recipes Recipe values are preset with factory defaults for a 52 oz. or 32 oz. kettle. Each recipe category is preprogrammed for Popcorn Type and Flavoring for a LARGE and SMALL Load (per kettle size).
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) 32 oz. Unit - Oil Volume Large Load: default is 11 oz. oil (adj. range 1-23 oz.) Small Load: default is 6 oz.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) N7.4 Load Count Reset (total number of batches cooked) Load 1. To reset the load count, press OK. Count Reset 2.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) N7.8 Upload Cook (saves the cook_log.txt file to a USB flash drive) Upload Cook 1.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) User Configuration Screen 1 1. Unit Name: Enter a unit name if desired – press to select (a unit name is helpful for printing diagnostic reports and unit reference).
(if needed, contact Gold Medal Technical Support for the passcode). For service or parts, call Gold Medal at (800) 543-0862 or (513) 769-7676. N7.12 Corporate Engineering Corporate Engineering use only. For service or parts, call Gold Medal at (800) 543-0862 or (513) 769-7676. gmpopcorn.com Page 52...
Watchdog Stainless Cleaner (Item No. 2088). DO NOT use oven cleaners or abrasive materials as they will damage the kettle. 3. Mix 2 tablespoons (29.6 ml) of Gold Medal’s Heat’n Kleen (Item No. 2095) in 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) 7. Allow kettle to cool at least 1 hour, then turn the power switch OFF, and unplug unit. 8.
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8. Clean glass panels with glass cleaner. Gold Medal Watchdog Glass Cleaner (Item No. 2588) is recommended. Ammonia cleaners will damage plastic doors/panels. Only use a non-ammonia cleaner, such as Gold Medal Watchdog Glass Cleaner (Item No.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Weekly Clean the Crisper/Blower Filters 1. Turn machine OFF, unplug unit and allow it to cool before attempting to clean. 2.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Troubleshooting The troubleshooting section covers error code descriptions which may be seen on the display and general machine issues that may not be covered by an error code.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Error Code 8 Turn the Power Switch OFF and let the kettle cool down, then Hi Limit Fault Error: Kettle HL trip turn the Power Switch back ON.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Error Code 13 Indicates the Baffle Filter is not installed, or the interlock Baffle Filter Error: Baffle Filter switch is NOT engaged.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Issue Possible Cause Solution Kettle Does Not Heat A. Equipment selections A. The Kettle Heat, Stir Motor, and Filter turned off System MUST BE ON to pop corn.
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Issue Possible Cause Solution C. Inadequate Supply Lines C. Inadequately sized electrical supply lines, in addition to being a fire hazard, would also prevent the kettle from reaching the proper operating temperature.
Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Agitator Set Collar Adjustment The following instructions describe how to properly adjust the set collars on a 32 or 52 oz. kettle agitator assembly.
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:...
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Instruction Manual - Touch Screen 2011, 2848, 2860, 2872, and 2873 (32 oz. Pop-O-Golds) PopClean Elite Popper -600 Series 2911, 2948, 2960, 2972, and 2973 (52 oz. Medallions) Filters Filter Plug Downdraft Box Filter Baffle Filter Filter Plug HEPA Filter (PN 62709) (PN 62710) (PN 63300)