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Instruction Manual
Discovery
Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX
10700 Medallion Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio 45241-4807 USA
Part No. 69922EX

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX 10700 Medallion Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio 45241-4807 USA Part No. 69922EX...
  • 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_010914 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.) gmpopcorn.com...
  • Page 4: Installation Instructions

    Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS After unpacking, check thoroughly for any damage which may have occurred in transit. Claims Inspection of Shipment should be filed immediately with the transportation company. The warranty does not cover damage that occurs in transit, or damage caused by abuse, or consequential damage due to the operation of this machine, since it is beyond our control (reference warranty in back of manual).
  • Page 5 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX Your new Discovery Popcorn Machine is tested at the factory. Setup 1. Remove all packing material and tape before starting operation. 2. Remove the Drop Panel located under the doors of the popper (it is held in place with magnets);...
  • Page 6: Electrical Requirements

    Failure to wire properly will void the warranty and may result in damage to the machine. It is Gold Medal Products Company’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.
  • Page 7: Final Preparations

    Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX Final Preparations WARNING To Avoid serious burns, do NOT touch the kettle while it is hot! The popcorn machine was adjusted, inspected, and tested before it left the factory. After the machine has been installed, mount the kettle assembly in the hanger arms and plug in the kettle lead-in cord.
  • Page 8: Controls And Their Functions

    Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Controls and their Functions This switch operates all the lights, interior and dome, on your popcorn machine. LIGHT SWITCH Operates the warmer in the corn storage area, keeps popped corn warm. WARMER SWITCH Operates the heating elements in the popping kettle.
  • Page 9 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX Controls and their Functions (Continued) Oil System Master Switch Warmer (If Supplied) Light Switch Switch Pilot Light Green Kettle Motor and Kettle Heat Light & Audible (If Supplied) Exhaust Switch Switch Signal (Load/Dump) “Red” Oil Dispense Momentary Switch (If Supplied) gmpopcorn.com...
  • Page 10 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX POPPING CORN 1. Turn on all Switches. Standard Popping Instructions 2. When popping with coconut oil, be sure the oil is liquid. Dispense oil into a measuring cup first then use that oil for the first popping cycle. The proper amount of oil for the 32oz.
  • Page 11: Care And Cleaning

    WARNING To avoid serious burns, DO NOT touch the kettle while it is hot! 2. Every night, mix Gold Medal’s Heat’n Kleen solution (Item No. 2095), 2 tablespoons 028_020314 per gallon of water. It is not necessary 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. 5. Clean the glass panels with glass cleaner. Gold Medal Watchdog Glass Cleaner (Item No. 2588) is recommended.
  • Page 13: Filter Cleaning

    Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX Your popcorn machine is equipped with an efficient and durable filtration system. The first mesh Filter Cleaning filter should be cleaned on a daily basis, and the two internal filters should be cleaned weekly to maintain maximum efficiency.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX TROUBLESHOOTING If your pop cycle is longer than 4 minutes, it can be the result of several things: Long popping Cycles 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 15: Replacing Broken Glass

    If you accidentally break a panel of glass, it can be replaced very easily without disassembling the Replacing Broken Glass popper. Gold Medal Products does not ship glass. Obtain from local glass shop and always purchase double strength type glass.
  • Page 16: Maintenance Instructions

    Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX 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 17: Operation

    Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX Electronic Temperature Control (Export) The temperature control is factory set to stop the power to the kettle when the thermocouple Operation 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 18 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 19 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX 32 oz. Kettle Assembly – 2127XNH (No Oil), 2127EX (Oil Ready) Complete Agitator Assembly (Includes Lids) 10, 11 Kettle Assembly 2127EX (Shown) 13, 14 Funnel & Tube if oil supplied. Plug used for NO oil supplied. Complete Agitator Assembly gmpopcorn.com Page 19...
  • Page 20 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX 2127XNH – used for Model 2556EX (no oil supplied). 32 oz. Kettle Assembly – Parts List 2127EX – used for Models 2557EX, 2563EX (oil ready). Part Number Item Part Description Qty. CROSSBAR FASTENER, NO PINS 47976 47976 2127XNH...
  • Page 21 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX 32 oz. Kettle Bottom Assembly - 2127XNH and 2127EX Element View - Interior Junction Box Interior Bottom View - Exterior gmpopcorn.com Page 21...
  • Page 22 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX 32 oz. Kettle Bottom Assembly - 2127XNH and 2127EX Parts List Part No. Item Part Description Qty. 2127XNH, HEAT TRANSFER PLATE 32 OZ. 41534 2127EX KETTLE GASKET 41597 32 0Z KETTLE WELDED ASSY 41533 ELEMENT SHIM 68787 NUT RETAINER...
  • Page 23 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX Exterior - Cabinet Breakdown 3*, 4* If oil supplied. * Complete Left or Right Hand Door Hardware Kit - see next page for individual component breakdown. gmpopcorn.com Page 23...
  • Page 24 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX Exterior - Cabinet Breakdown Parts List Part Number Item Part Description Qty. DOME WELDMENT 63477 63477 63477 2556EX 2557EX 2563EX DOOR (does not include hardware) 63755 63755 63755 COMPLETE HARDWARE KIT FOR LH DOOR* 47054 47054 47054...
  • Page 25 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX Interior - Cabinet Breakdown Part Number Part Description Qty. CORN PAN ASSEMBLY (includes Items 2-6 Item 63908EX 63908EX 63908EX 2556EX 2557EX 2563EX listed below) HEAT ELEMENT 230V,75W 44075 44075 44075 COVER CORN PAN CONDUIT 47653 47653 47653...
  • Page 26 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX Cabinet Breakdown - Interior 5, 6 * Oil Ready Shown (Not available on Model 2556EX) Part Number Item Part Description Qty. CONTROL BOX COVER 63429 63429 63429 2556 2557/2557S 2563/2563S RECESSED LIGHT COVER 49584 49584 49584 75W HALOGEN FLOOD SHORT...
  • Page 27: Control Panel

    Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX Control Panel Oil Pump Switch, if oil supplied Hole Plug, if no oil supplied Oil Ready Example Shown (Model 2557EX) Part Number Item Part Description Qty. HOLE PLUG, ROCKER SWITCH 42743 42743 42743 2556EX 2557EX 2563EX SWITCH, LIGHTED ROCKER GR...
  • Page 28 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX Dome Interior – Motor Plate Assembly Motor Plate image shown for general part 16, 17 reference only (models may vary). 13*, Export Models: Contactor *Oil Ready Models - Not available on Model 2556EX IEC 220V Part Number Item Part Description...
  • Page 29 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX LED Lighted Sign Item POPCORN SIGN Part Description Qty. Part No. 55356 24VDC 20W POWER SUPPLY 55394 LED MOUNTING PLATE 39656 6 1W LED STRIP 55379 gmpopcorn.com Page 29...
  • Page 30 Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX Accessories Item Part Description Qty. Part No. FLAVACOL CONTAINER WELDMENT 41752 CORN CUP ASSY 32 OZ. 67905-32 MEASURE 2 TBS, 29.6cc 47681 PERF JET SCOOP REGULAR RH 2072 TUBE BRUSH 47380 gmpopcorn.com Page 30...
  • Page 31: Wiring Diagram

    Discovery Model No. 2556EX, 2557EX, 2563EX WIRING DIAGRAM For wiring information, please reference the Wiring Diagram shipped with the popper. gmpopcorn.com Page 31...
  • Page 32: Warranty

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