Helpful Hints; Cleaning Your Popcorn Cart - West Bend PCMC20RD13 Instruction Manual

• This popper includes a handy onboard storage cabinet. Use this to store all of your
popper accessories and supplies when not in use.
• Always use fresh popcorn. Dried out, stale, or old popcorn pops poorly as it has
lost its moisture content and may scorch.
• While we recommend using regular white or yellow popcorn, this popcorn popper
can also accommodate premium and gourmet popcorns. However, premium and
gourmet popcorns may not yield results as good as regular popcorn; you may
notice an increase in the number of unpopped kernels.
• Store popcorn in airtight containers made of glass or plastic to avoid moisture loss
in the kernels. Be sure that the container is stored in a cool place, do not store in
the refrigerator. Most refrigerators contain little moisture and can dry out kernels,
resulting in poor popping.
• If popcorn does not pop, it is usually the result of environmental factors such as
the freshness and moisture content of the popcorn, or variances by popcorn type.
Unpopped kernels do not necessarily indicate a defect in the appliance.
• Over time, salt and oil can abrade and make the cabinet walls look unattractive. It
is important to thoroughly clean and dry the cabinet after every use.
• If your popper is not heating, check that the cord from the top of the cabinet is fully
plugged in to the kettle.
• Burning at the bottom of your kettle is due to oil build-up. In addition to cleaning
after every use, we also recommend cleaning periodically with a non-abrasive
cleanser and scrubber.
• While we recommend using regular white or yellow popcorn, this popcorn machine
can also accommodate gourmet and organic popcorns. However, gourmet and
organic popcorns may not yield results as good as regular popcorn; you may
notice an increase in the number of unpopped kernels.
• Instead of popping with vegetable oil, try one of these healthy choices: extra virgin olive
oil, canola oil, coconut oil, corn oil, peanut oil, or sunflower oil. Specialty oils may also
be used, but some experimentation may be necessary to find the best popping results
and flavor you prefer. Do not use more than 1 tablespoon of any oil.
• The cabinet light can be used at any time before, during, and after the popping cycle. It
is purely decorative and does not give off any additional heat.
1. Let popper cool completely before cleaning. Unplug the cabinet cord from the
wall outlet. Unplug the cabinet plug from the kettle. Open the kettle cover and
discard any unpopped kernels. Use a soapy dishcloth or non-abrasive scrubber
to wash inside the kettle then rinse with a damp clean cloth and dry thoroughly.
To remove the kettle, after completely cooled, for more thorough cleaning,
unscrew the handle until it is removable, then lift off the hooks to remove. Do not
immerse kettle in water.
2. Wash the measuring cup and spoon, popcorn scoop, and popcorn tray in warm,
soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
3. Wipe the interior of the popper cabinet with a damp, soapy cloth to remove any
residues. Rinse with a damp, soap-free cloth and dry thoroughly.
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