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OWNER'S MANUAL
Apex 32/48/64 Ounce Popcorn Machine
Zenith 32/48/64 Ounce Popcorn Machine
Apex Machine
Zenith Machine
Apex Machine
Zenith Machine
with Cabinet Base
with Cabinet Base
Model/Number:
Apex 32/48/64 Ounce Popcorn Machine / #1132600 / #1148600 / #1164600
Zenith 32/48/64 Ounce Popcorn Machine / #1132500 / #1148500 / #1164500
32/48/64 Ounce Apex Cabinet Base / #3390600
32/48/64 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:
cs@manufacturedfun.com
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- Page 1 Cabinet Base with Cabinet Base Model/Number: Apex 32/48/64 Ounce Popcorn Machine / #1132600 / #1148600 / #1164600 Zenith 32/48/64 Ounce Popcorn Machine / #1132500 / #1148500 / #1164500 32/48/64 Ounce Apex Cabinet Base / #3390600 32/48/64 Ounce Zenith Cabinet Base / #3390500 www.paragonconcessions.com...
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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
INTRODUCTION ............................. 6 Model Description............................6 Machine Features: ............................6 Other Features and Options (if equipped): ....................6 Paragon 32 / 48 / 64 Ounce Machine Specifications: ................... 7 Popcorn Machine Applications ........................8 INSTALLATION ............................... 9 Unpacking & Inspection ..........................9 Included Accessories ............................. - Page 4 B.I.B. Oil System Fuse Replacement......................23 AUTODUMP SYSTEM (if equipped) ......................24 Autodump Features ............................ 24 Autodump Operation ..........................24 MAINTENANCE ............................25 Kettle Installation ............................25 Kettle Removal ............................25 Cabinet Base Stand ............................. 26 Stand Installation ............................26 Stand Removal ............................
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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 producto continue productos químicos reconocidos por el estado de California que provocan cáncer, defectos de Nacimiento u otros daños reproductivos. -
Page 7: Introduction
INTRODUCTION PARAGON IS PROUD TO BE YOUR PARTNER FOR MANUFACTURED FUN. Paragon’s goal is to provide our customers with high quality, innovative products at a great value. Paragon’s innovative products are designed to help customers expand their business, and improve their profits. -
Page 8: Paragon 32 / 48 / 64 Ounce Machine Specifications
Paragon 32 / 48 / 64 Ounce Machine Specifications: Apex 32 / 48 / 64 Ounce Popcorn Machine 1132600 / 1148600 / 1164600 Zenith 32 / 48 / 64 Ounce Popcorn Machine 1132500 / 1148500 / 1164500 32 / 48 / 64 Ounce Apex Cabinet Base... -
Page 9: Popcorn Machine Applications
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 or visit us on the web at paragonconcessions.com. -
Page 10: Installation
Light bulbs, PN: 12161 Electrical Requirements Before using your Paragon Apex ® or Paragon Zenith ® machine, have a certified electrician ensure the correct electrical plug receptacle and proper power with the correct polarity can be supplied. It is recommended that Paragon Apex ® and Paragon Zenith ® popcorn machine models be plugged directly into a wall outlet that uses dedicated and protected circuits. -
Page 11: Electrical Plug Receptacle (Non-Export Units)
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 ® and Paragon Zenith ® popcorn machine models use 120 V, using hot to neutral connections. -
Page 12: 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 / 48 / 64 Ounce Popcorn Machines CABINET LIGHTS: ............Turns on the Presentation Lamps, lighting the area inside the cabinet for better popcorn display. -
Page 13: 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 14 the ON position and the current kettle temperature is below the target popping temperature. CAUTION: The kettle will be HOT TO THE TOUCH. 2. Flashing: When the amber light is flashing on and off at 3 second intervals, this means the kettle is OFF and cooling down but it is still HOT TO THE TOUCH (greater than 120 degrees Fahrenheit), and will cause burns if touched.
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Page 15: 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 16: After Popping
b. If not using a B.I.B. oil system, add the pre-measured amount of oil into the kettle. 6. Close the kettle lid. 7. Wait until popcorn has finished popping (generally about 2 seconds between pops) and dump kettle. a. If using the Autodump system, PRESS and RELEASE the AUTODUMP switch to activate the dumping cycle and a chime will sound. -
Page 17: Temperature Settings
TEMPERATURE SETTINGS Popping Temperature Programming There are no mechanical thermostats in Paragon Apex ® and Paragon Zenith ® machines. Instead, the kettle temperature is monitored using two thermocouples and a programmable logic controller (PLC). This means the popping temperature can be adjusted to temperatures between 350 to 490 degrees Fahrenheit (177 to 254 Celsius). -
Page 18: High Temperature Safety Limit
1 second intervals Description: 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 19: Thermocouple Errors
Celsius), the PLC will turn off heat to the kettle. This state is active if both the LED READY/WAIT lights are flashing simultaneously on and off at 3 second intervals. If the kettle reaches the high temperature safety limit contact Paragon customer service for kettle inspection. 2. Incorrect Thermocouple Wiring Polarity: Light Code: Amber WAIT light flashing on and off at 1 second intervals. -
Page 20: 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 21 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 anodized kettles. Daily Filter Cleaning 1.
- Page 22 B.I.B. Oil System Cleaning (if equipped) Reference the B.I.B. oil dispensing system user manual for oil system cleaning instructions. paragonconcessions.com Page 21...
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Page 23: 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). From the factory, the B.I.B. system is set to 10.5 fluid ounces. -
Page 24: B.i.b. Oil Programming
B.I.B. Oil Programming To program the amount of oil the B.I.B. dispenses when the OIL switch is PRESSED and RELEASED, follow the instructions below: Factory Set Oil Amount: 10.5 fl oz (311 ml) Programmable Oil Amount Range: 5 to 25 fl oz (148 to 740 ml) 1. -
Page 25: 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). When the Autodump cycle is NOT active, the kettle can be dumped/rotated manually by using the kettle arm handle. -
Page 26: 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 27: Cabinet Base Stand
CAUTION: The popcorn machine kettle weighs more than 35 lbs (16 kg). DO NOT attempt to lift alone. Cabinet Base Stand CAUTION: 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 28: 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 29 4. Adjust the stir rod so that the gap between the bottom of the stir rod and the surface of the kettle is approximately 1/32”. 5. Tighten the set screws of the stir rod collars above and below the cast stir rod housing. 6.
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Page 30: 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 31 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 32 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 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.
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Page 34: 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 35: 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) PN: 11384 Side Panel: 33 21/32” x 22 7/32” x 5/32”; (855 mm x 565 mm x 4 mm) PN: 11380 Replacement Instructions: 1. -
Page 36: 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 35... -
Page 37: Reversable Dome
Reversable Dome Item Part Number Description (Apex/Zenith) 93480 Cover Wldmt-Rnd Top, Red, XL 93493 Screen- Exhaust, XL Top 19028 SCREW- 8-32x3/8 IHWH SS 93492 Screen- Motor, XL Top 93490 Sign-Backing Plate, Rnd Top,XL 93491 Sign-Blank Plate, Rnd Top,XL 40115 NUT-6-32 SERR FLG 18-8 SS 11139 SCREW-6-32 X 1/2 PHIL RND SS 12262... -
Page 38: Chassis Parts
Chassis Parts paragonconcessions.com Page 37... -
Page 39: Chassis Parts
Chassis Parts Item Part Number Description (Apex/Zenith) 93358 Chassis- XL 93352 Chute- Exhaust, XL Cabinet 12091 SCREW 1/4-20x3/8 TRUSS,PHIL,SS 19022 NUT - 1/4"-20, SERRATED FLANGE 12253 Blower - Ventilation 12155 LAMP SOCKET – PORCELAIN 93000 Lamp Guard- 32oz Popcorn 19028 SCREW- 8-32x3/8 IHWH SS 19041 Locknut, 8-32 Thread Size, Ser... -
Page 40: Cabinet Interior Parts
Cabinet Interior Parts paragonconcessions.com Page 39... - Page 41 Cabinet Interior Parts Item Part Number Description (Apex/Zenith) 93358 Chassis- XL 93348 Cover- Removable, Exhaust, XL 81835 Thumb Screw, 8-32, 3/8"- Black 12161 Light bulb 93000 Lamp Guard- 32oz Popcorn 19028 SCREW- 8-32x3/8 IHWH SS 19041 Locknut, 8-32 Thread Size, Ser 12035 Screw, 10-32 x 3/8, 18-8 Stain 19043...
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Page 42: Cabinet Base Interior
Cabinet Base Interior paragonconcessions.com Page 41... - Page 43 Cabinet Interior Parts Item Part Number Description (Apex/Zenith) 93330 Base Wldmt- Red, XL 93321 Corner Post- FL, Red, XL 93552 Drawer- Old Maid, XL 93340 Cleanout Tray- XL 93556 Cover- Blower, XL Cabinet 12035 Screw, 10-32 x 3/8, 18-8 Stain 12537 Nut- 10-32, Snap-In, Zn-Plated 93553...
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Page 44: Cabinet Base Stand - (Apex 3390600, Zenith 3390500)
Cabinet Base Stand – (Apex 3390600, Zenith 3390500) paragonconcessions.com Page 43... - Page 45 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 –...
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Page 46: Cabinet Door Assembly
Cabinet Door Assembly Item Part Number Description (Apex/Zenith) 11382 Door- XL, Blank, 14.56"x23.25" 12535 Stud, 10-32 x 3/8" Flush Head 12055 NUT-10-32 ACORN 18-8SS 12531 Knob- Door, XL 14033 Door knob screw 12523 Screw, Drilling - No. 10 x 1/2 12544 Hinge- Lift Off, Lower LH, XL 12545... -
Page 47: Kettle Top Assembly
Kettle Top Assembly paragonconcessions.com Page 46... - Page 48 Kettle Top Assembly Item Part Number Description (Apex/Zenith) 13200 Kettle- Outer, Weldment, XL 93360 Lid- Wld, Kettle, Front, XL 93370 Lid- Wld, Kettle, Rear, XL 12538 Collar- 12mm, 2 Piece 19082 Kettle Handle Knob 12010 Kettle Lid Knob 93005 Wire Set- Kettle Plug, XL 13237 Lid Standoff Extrusion 12091...
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Page 49: Kettle Bottom Assembly
Kettle Bottom Assembly Item Part Number Description (Apex/Zenith) 13200 Kettle- Outer, Weldment, XL 12017 SCREW 10-32x3/8 TRUSS,PHIL,SS 13221 Bottom Cover, 32oz Kettle 12060 CONNECTOR - T/B FLEX SQUEZE 93005 Wire Set- Kettle Plug, XL (Call Customer Service for specific 32/48/64 oz) 13220 Bottom Gasket, 32oz Kettle 13201... -
Page 50: Kettle Inner Assembly
Kettle Inner Assembly Item Part Number Description (Apex/Zenith) 13201 Kettle- Inner, Weldment, XL 19043 NUT 10-32 HEX SERRATED FLG SS 13227 Strap- Element Hold, Kettle,XL 16136 ELEMENT-120V Inner (Call Customer Service for specific 32/48/64 oz) 16139 ELEMENT-120V Middle (Call Customer Service for specific 32/48/64 oz) 16134 ELEMENT-120V Outer (Call Customer Service for specific 32/48/64 oz) 13225... -
Page 51: Wiring Diagram
WIRING DIAGRAM paragonconcessions.com Page 50... -
Page 52: 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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