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OWNER'S MANUAL
Apex 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine
Zenith 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine
Apex 32 Ounce
Zenith 32 Ounce
Apex 32 Ounce
Zenith 32 Ounce
with Cabinet Base
with Cabinet Base
Model/Number:
Apex 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine / #1132600
Zenith 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine / #1132500
32 Ounce Apex Cabinet Base / #3390600
32 Ounce Zenith Cabinet Base / #3390500
www.paragonconcessions.com
Paragon International, Inc • 731 W. 18
Street • P.O. Box 560 • Nevada, IA 50201 USA
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Phone (515) 382-8000 • Toll-free (800) 433-0333 • Fax (515) 382-8001 • Email:
info@manufacturedfun.com

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  • Page 1 Apex 32 Ounce Zenith 32 Ounce with Cabinet Base with Cabinet Base Model/Number: Apex 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine / #1132600 Zenith 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine / #1132500 32 Ounce Apex Cabinet Base / #3390600 32 Ounce Zenith Cabinet Base / #3390500 www.paragonconcessions.com Paragon International, Inc •...

  • Page 2: Important Owner Information

    Record the model number, serial number and voltage in the spaces below (the data plate is located on the operator’s side of the machine in the bottom right). Please have this information available when calling Paragon for service assistance. Model No.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................... 4 INTRODUCTION ............................. 6 Model Description ............................. 6 Paragon 32 Ounce Machine Features: ...................... 6 Other Features and Options (if equipped): ....................6 Paragon 32 Ounce Machine Specifications: ....................7 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine Applications ....................8 INSTALLATION ...............................
  • Page 4 B.I.B. Features ............................25 B.I.B. Installation ............................. 25 B.I.B. Operation ............................25 B.I.B. Dispense Timer Programming ......................26 B.I.B. Oil System Fuse Replacement ......................26 AUTODUMP SYSTEM (if equipped) ......................27 Autodump Features..........................27 Autodump Operation ..........................27 MAINTENANCE ............................28 Kettle Installation ............................

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Paragon values your continued safety above all else. Please follow these guidelines when using your equipment to prevent injury and maximize product performance: No direct contact to equipment by the general public should be allowed when used in food service locations. Only trained personnel should operate this equipment.

  • Page 6: California Proposition

    CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. ADVERTENCIA: Este producto continue productos químicos reconocidos por el estado de California que provocan cáncer, defectos de Nacimiento u otros daños reproductivos.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Model Description The Paragon Apex ® and Paragon Zenith ® 32 ounce popcorn machines are commercial units made for high volume entertainment venues. Both models can operate as countertop units or be placed on an optional stand/cabinet base unit (sold separately). For additional efficiency, both popcorn machine models can be equipped with an optional bag-in-box (B.I.B) oil delivery system (sold separately).

  • Page 8: Paragon 32 Ounce Machine Specifications

    Paragon 32 Ounce Machine Specifications: Apex 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine 1132600 Zenith 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine 1132500 32 Ounce Apex Cabinet Base 3090600 32 Ounce Zenith Cabinet Base 3090500 Free Standing Kettle 32 Ounce, Anodized Aluminum and Stainless Steel Wattage...

  • Page 9: Ounce Popcorn Machine Applications

    32 Ounce Popcorn Machine Applications • Movie Theaters • Entertainment Venues • Athletic Stadiums • Convenience Stores • Grocery Stores • Restaurants • Food Trucks • Schools • Bars Should you have any questions about your equipment, or would like to know more about our other innovative concession equipment and supplies, please contact us at 1-800-433-0333 or visit us on the web at paragonconcessions.com.

  • Page 10: Installation

    230 VAC (export) All Paragon Apex ® and Paragon Zenith ® popcorn machine models are designed to use single or three phase current through a four-wire supply, (2 hot wires, 1 neutral wire, and 1 ground wire). All components in Paragon Apex ®...

  • Page 11: Electrical Plug Receptacle (Non-Export Units)

    Bluetooth Pairing to the PLC Paragon Apex ® and Paragon Zenith ® popcorn machines are equipped with a Click Plus PLC that offers Bluetooth connectivity for easy monitoring and editing of temperature and oil settings (if B.I.B. equipped). To pair to the machine PLC use the following Instructions: 1.
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  • Page 14: Operation

    This section describes the popcorn machine control panel, detailing functionality of all switches and lights. Reference the control panel image below. Control Panel for Paragon 32 Ounce Popcorn Machines CABINET LIGHTS: ............Turns on the Presentation Lamps, lighting the area inside the cabinet for better popcorn display.

  • Page 15: Additional Details For Select Switches And Lights

    Additional Details for Select Switches and Lights: KETTLE: If neither the READY or WAIT lights are illuminated and the kettle switch is in the ON position, please see the kettle portion of the troubleshooting section. The kettle automatic shutoff may be active. STIRRER: The stirrer switch should always be in the ON position when popping popcorn for best results.
  • Page 16 1. Solid on: This means the kettle is actively heating up. This will occur when the kettle switch is in the ON position and the current kettle temperature is below the target popping temperature. CAUTION: The kettle will be HOT TO THE TOUCH. 2.

  • Page 17: Popping Popcorn

    POPPING POPCORN The Paragon Apex ® and Paragon Zenith ® popcorn machines were designed to provide ease of use while producing high quality popcorn. For best results, Paragon recommends using the following products: Popcorn: • Country Harvest Yellow Popcorn Seeds Oil: •...

  • Page 18: After Popping

    the dumping cycle. b. If not using an Autodump system, use the kettle handle to rotate and gently dump the remaining popped popcorn from the kettle. 8. When finished popping, turn the KETTLE and STIRRER switches to their OFF positions. The CABINET LIGHTS and WARMER switches may remain on to display and help keep popped popcorn warm and crisp.

  • Page 19: Cleaning

    CLEANING Machine must be properly grounded to prevent electrical shock. Do NOT immerse kettle, warmer, or any other part of this equipment in water. Doing so may damage equipment and prevent it from working properly. Always unplug equipment before cleaning or servicing to prevent electric shock. Kettle reaches extreme heat during operation.
  • Page 20 1. When the kettle is cool, wipe the exterior and interior of the kettle with a soft, clean cloth. Doing this as often as possible helps to minimize heavy build-up of deposits that require specialized cleaning. 2. For heavily carbonized kettles, Paragon recommends using a food safe, commercial popcorn kettle cleaner for aluminum kettles. Daily Filter Cleaning 1.

  • Page 21: Temperature Settings

    TEMPERATURE SETTINGS Power to the kettle is controlled by a programmable logic controller (PLC) that reads temperatures from thermocouples (TC) in the kettle. This means there are no mechanical thermostats in the kettle. Instead, there are two thermocouples that each monitor temperature, one for popping temperature, and one for high temperature safety limit.
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  • Page 24: Salt/Sweet Switch (If Equipped)

    The variables shown in the previous step are for reference only. A general list of variables is as follows: Kettle Temp TC One of the kettle thermocouples for monitoring temperature. High Temp Cutoff TC A second thermocouple for monitoring kettle temperature.

  • Page 25: High Temperature Safety Limit

    High Temperature Safety Limit A very hot kettle can be a fire hazard. As a safety precaution, Paragon Apex ® and Paragon Zenith ® popcorn machines have a fixed, factory set, high temperature safety limit value of 600 degrees Fahrenheit (315 Celsius).

  • Page 26: Oil System (If Equipped)

    B.I.B. OIL SYSTEM (if equipped) B.I.B. Features The Paragon Apex ® and Paragon Zenith ® popcorn machine models can be equipped with an optional bag-in-box (B.I.B) oil delivery system (sold separately). The oil dispense volume is timer based and factory set to 9 seconds (10 fluid ounces). To adjust the timer value, see the Programming B.I.B.

  • Page 27: Dispense Timer Programming

    B.I.B. Dispense Timer Programming To program the B.I.B. oil dispense timer, (and thus the amount of oil to be dispensed), follow the instructions below: 1. Locate the B.I.B. programming switch, (on the side of the BIB unit). 2. PRESS the programming switch so it is in the PROGRAM OIL position 3.

  • Page 28: Autodump System (If Equipped)

    AUTODUMP SYSTEM (if equipped) Autodump Features The Paragon Apex ® and Paragon Zenith ® popcorn machine models can be equipped with an optional automatic kettle dumping (Autodump) system (sold separately). The Autodump system uses a motor with a pulley and belt system that when activated, will automatically dump the kettle. It is designed to be used for dumping popped popcorn from the kettle into the cabinet.

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    Kettle reaches extreme heat during operation. To avoid injury, NEVER touch kettle while hot. Any alterations made to equipment by anyone other than certified Paragon personnel will void warranty and may also create unsafe working conditions. NEVER make alterations to the equipment.

  • Page 30: Cabinet Base Stand

    Cabinet Base Stand CAUTION: Failure to follow the instructions below can lead to injury. NEVER lift the popcorn machine alone. Failure to follow the instructions below can lead to injury and/or machine damage. NOTE: Obtain a piece of wood or something similar to the height of the rubber feet on the bottom of the popcorn machine before placing the popcorn machine onto, or removing the machine from, the stand.

  • Page 31: Circuit Breakers

    To reset a circuit breaker, open the machine’s plexiglass doors. Look on the ceiling of the machine and press the button on the breaker. If the circuit breaker is reset and trips again, contact Paragon customer service for machine electrical troubleshooting and inspection.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    See Circuit Breakers in the Maintenance section for identification and resetting instructions of each breaker. If a breaker is reset and then trips again right away, contact Paragon Customer Service for inspection and repair.
  • Page 33 Kettle Heating Element(s) Solution: One or more heating elements in the kettle may be burnt out. Have a certified electrician or service person contact Paragon Customer Service for inspection and repair. Problem: Slow Pop Cycles (Longer than 6 minutes for Salted Popcorn; Longer than 8 minutes for Sweet Popcorn)
  • Page 34 See Circuit Breakers in the Maintenance section for identification and resetting instructions of each breaker. If a breaker is reset and then trips again right away, contact Paragon Customer Service for inspection and repair.
  • Page 35 STIRRER switch. If the switch or connection(s) to the switch is/are faulty, contact Paragon Customer Service to order a replacement. Possible Cause 3: Faulty Stirrer Motor Solution: Have a certified electrician or service person check the correct voltages are reaching the stirrer motor.

  • Page 36: Ordering Spare Parts

    1. Use the photos, illustrations, diagrams, and/or parts lists to identify the part needed. NOTE: Images are for reference only. 2. Only use Paragon approved replacement parts when servicing. 3. When ordering parts, please include the part number, part name, and quantity needed.

  • Page 37: Replacing Broken Glass

    Replacing Broken Glass Material: Tempered Glass Dimensions: (Height x Width x Thickness) Front/Back Panel: 33 21/32” x 30 3/32” x 5/32”; (855 mm x 765 mm x 4 mm) Side Panel: 33 21/32” x 22 7/32” x 5/32”; (855 mm x 565 mm x 4 mm) Replacement Instructions: 1.

  • Page 38: Cabinet Exterior Parts

    Cabinet Exterior Parts Item Description Reversable Dome Popcorn Machine Cabinet Cabinet Door Assembly Drop Door Cabinet Foot Old Maid Drawer Electrical Plug Kettle Assembly paragonconcessions.com Page 37...

  • Page 39: Cabinet Base Stand - (Apex 3390600, Zenith 3390500)

    Cabinet Base Stand – (Apex 3390600, Zenith 3390500) paragonconcessions.com Page 38...
  • Page 40 Cabinet Base Stand Item Part Number Description (Apex/Zenith) 23561 Drawer Weldment, XL Stand 23526 Corn Tub Cover 23553 Mounting Bracket – Drawer Slide 12533 Drawer Slide 12019 Screw – 1/4-20 x 1/2” 16189 Screw – 1/4-20 x 3/4” 23517 Spacer – 0.5”OD x 0.252”ID x 0.5”L 18 19022 Nut –...

  • Page 41: Wiring Diagram

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  • Page 42: Warranty

    Paragon International, Inc. hereinafter referred to as “Paragon” warrants the original purchaser of new food equipment manufactured by Paragon to be free from defects in material or workmanship from the date of the original purchase for a period of two years.

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