Paragon Apex Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL

Apex 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine

Zenith 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine

Model/Number:

Apex 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine / #1132600

Zenith 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine / #1132500

32 Ounce Apex Cabinet Base/ #3090600

32 Ounce Zenith Cabinet Base/#3090500

www.paragonconcessions.com

Paragon International, Inc • 731 W. 18

Street • P.O. Box 560 • Nevada, IA 50201 USA

Phone (515) 382-8000 • Toll-free (800) 433-0333 • Fax (515) 382-8001 • Email:

info@manufacturedfun.com

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Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Apex 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine Zenith 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine Model/Number: Apex 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine / #1132600 Zenith 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine / #1132500 32 Ounce Apex Cabinet Base/ #3090600 32 Ounce Zenith Cabinet Base/#3090500 www.paragonconcessions.com Paragon International, Inc • 731 W. 18 Street •...
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
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT OWNER INFORMATION ......................1 TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................. 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................... 4 INTRODUCTION ............................. 6 Model Description............................6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................8 Unpacking & Inspection of Your New Product ..................... 8 Operating Manual ............................8 Items Included with Your Model ........................
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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 product 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 ® 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/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 Apex 32 Ounce Popcorn Machine 1132600 Zenith 32 Ounce Popcorn 1132500 Machine 32 Ounce Apex Cabinet Base 3090600 32 Ounce Zenith Cabinet Base 3090500 Free Standing Kettle 32 Ounce Anodized Aluminum and Stainless Steel Wattage 5711 Volts 240v Output 600(one ounce) servings per hour...
Page 9: Installation Instructions
Unpacking & Inspection of Your New Product Paragon carefully inspects each product during assembly and after completion to adhere to strict quality guidelines and packs it securely to ensure safe delivery to each of our customers. Be sure to carefully remove all packing material and adhesive before any operation.
Page 10: Kettle Installation -> Need Photos For Steps
Kettle Installation Unpack the kettle 2. Clean the kettle (see Cleaning and Care Instructions) 3. Place kettle onto the retaining hanging hook arm slots 4. Allow the kettle to swing into place aligning the gears to meet and return into an upright operating position 5.
Page 11: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Controls and Functions This section describes the popper controls and indicator lights. Reference the control panel image located at the end of this section. CABINET LIGHTS: ............Turns on the Presentation Lamps, lighting the area for better food display. KETTLE: ...............Begins heating the kettle featuring heater arrangement, which optimizes popping process.
Page 12 Control Panel for Paragon 32 Ounce Popcorn Machines Additional Details and Important Notes for Select Controls: KETTLE: The kettle switch enables power to the kettle’s heating elements. When in the ON position, the kettle will heat up to the target popping temperature which is indicated by two LED lights. Those are the green colored READY light or amber colored WAIT light.
Page 13: Popping Popcorn Instructions
CAUTION: The kettle will be HOT TO THE TOUCH. Popping Popcorn Instructions 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 ingredients...
Page 14: Popping Sweet Popcorn (If Equipped)
(below 120 degrees Fahrenheit). NOTE: NEVER LEAVE THE KETTLE ON WHEN NOT POPPING POPCORN Popping Sweet Popcorn (if equipped) To pop a full size 32-ounce batch of sweet popcorn, Paragon recommends the ingredient amounts in the table below: Sweet Popcorn Recipe:...
Page 15: Cleaning And Care
OFF. Unplug the popcorn machine and let the kettle cool for at least 30 minutes before you attempt to clean it. Once cool, proceed with the following cleaning steps. The Paragon exclusive popcorn kettle consists of a double (two part) unit for maximum efficiency at minimum expense with low-cost maintenance.
Page 16: Maintenance Instructions
NOTE: To avoid heavy build-up of deposits that require specialized cleaning, please follow these instructions: 1. Wipe, with soft towel or cloth, excess oil from exterior and interior of kettle as often as possible. 2. Excessive or careless use of popping oil may result in kettle damage. 3.
Page 17: Electronic Temperature Control
NOTE: Be careful not to pinch fingers or cords when lowering the popcorn machine into place. NOTE: Be sure to remove the Old Maid drawer before placing the machine onto, or removing the machine from, the stand. NOTE: Remove front rubber feet to allow enough clearance to lift the machine out of or into the stand. Electronic Temperature Control Kettle Circuit Breaker Oil BIB Control...

This manual is also suitable for:

Zenith 1132600 1132500