Gold Medal 100 Series User Manual

© 2018 Gold Medal Products Co.
Part No. 110172
Instruction Manual
10700 Medallion Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio 45241-4807 USA
36, 48, & 60 oz. Cornados
Export Model Series 2149, 2258, and 2297
(100, 110, and 101, 111)
48 oz. Unit Shown

Gold Medal 100 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Gold Medal
Model	100 Series
Category	Kitchen Appliances
Language	English

Summary

Safety Precautions

Electrical and Installation Hazards

Covers electrical shock, grounding, water use, and service risks.

Burn Prevention and Protective Gear

Warnings about hot surfaces and the necessity of safety glasses.

User Serviceability and Manual Guidance

States no user-serviceable parts and emphasizes reading the manual.

Installation Instructions

Shipment Inspection and Manual Reference

Instructions for checking shipment damage and referring to the operator's manual.

Model Description and Included Items

Details model series and lists items included with the unit.

Unit Setup and Mounting Requirements

Covers unit setup, clearance, and counter mounting specifications.

Pedestal Mounting and Hole Locations

Guides on accessing mounting holes and securing the pedestal.

Electrical Requirements and Power Supply

Details voltage, frequency, phase, and grounding for power supply.

Wiring Precautions and Circuit Recommendations

Emphasizes proper wiring, dedicated circuits, and cord usage.

Receptacle Wiring Diagram

Illustrates the wiring for the wall receptacle for export units.

Pre-Plug-In Machine Checks

Steps to perform before plugging the machine into the receptacle.

Operating Instructions

Control Panel Layout

Identifies and describes the main controls on the unit.

Kettle Heat and Motor Switches

Functions of the kettle heat and motor switches.

Temperature and Oil Dispense Switches

Operation of high/low temp and oil dispense controls.

Load/Dump Indicators and Oil System Control

Explains load/dump signals and the oil system master switch.

Circuit Breakers and Cycle Count Display

Details circuit breakers and the temperature/cycle count display.

Resetting the Popcorn Cycle Count

Procedure to reset the cycle count using the push button.

Programming the E-Z Set Timer

Steps to program the oil dispense timer for accurate oil volume.

Unit Priming and Manual Mode

How to prime the unit and use manual oil dispense mode.

Popping Corn Instructions

Popping Salted Popcorn

Instructions for popping salted popcorn, including measures and tips.

Popping Tips and Batch Completion

Tips for final batches and turning off switches.

Popping Sweet Popcorn

Instructions for popping Glaze Pop or sugar corn.

Sweet Popping Tips and Kettle Cleaning

Tips for sweet popping and cleaning after use.

Care and Cleaning

Daily Kettle Cleaning

Procedure for cleaning the kettle, including using cleaning solution.

Kettle Lead Cord Cleaning

Instructions for wiping the kettle lead cord with a damp cloth.

Kettle Lid Removal and Installation

Steps to remove and install the kettle lid.

Daily Unit Cleaning

Cleaning the unit exterior, pans, and stainless steel parts.

Sanitizing Tubing and Pump

Reference to oil dispense unit manual for sanitizing.

Weekly Agitator and Hub Seal Cleaning Instructions

Steps to Clean Agitator and Hub Assembly

Detailed steps for cleaning the agitator and hub assembly.

Troubleshooting

Power to Unit Issues

Possible causes and solutions for no power or tripped circuit breakers.

Kettle Not Heating Issues

Troubleshooting steps for when the kettle does not heat.

Oil Pump Delivery Issues

Possible causes and solutions for oil pump not delivering oil.

Long Popping Cycles

Causes and solutions for popping cycles longer than 4 minutes.

Agitator Shaft Not Rotating

Troubleshooting steps when the kettle agitator shaft is not rotating.

Kettle Shaft Binding Issues

Causes and solutions for the kettle shaft binding when dumped.

Maintenance Instructions

Dangers in Maintenance

Warnings regarding electrical shock and improper service during maintenance.

User Serviceability Warning

States that there are no user-serviceable parts and service should be qualified.

Caution for Service Personnel

Notes that maintenance sections are for qualified service personnel only.

Removing Agitator Assembly

Steps to remove the agitator shaft for lubrication.

Lubricating the Agitator Shaft

How to lubricate the agitator shaft with Never Seez.

Replacing the Packing Cord on Kettle Hub

Steps to replace the packing cord on the kettle hub assembly.

Kettle and Drive Shaft Alignment

Procedure to adjust the kettle drive shaft for proper alignment.

Electronic Temperature Control (Export)

Operation of Temperature Control

How the temperature control stops power to the kettle at set point.

Control Description and Settings

Details the electronic control, thermocouples, and factory settings.

Kettle Dump Signal Adjustment

How to adjust the kettle signal to dump potentiometer.

Audible Signal to Dump Options

Describes the buzzer options for the audible signal.

Probe LED Indicator Light - Thermocouple Errors

Explains LED indicators for reversed or open probe conditions.

Kettle Circuit Breaker

Checking the Kettle Circuit Breaker

Procedure to check if the kettle circuit breaker has tripped.

Ordering Spare Parts

How to Order Spare Parts

Instructions on identifying, ordering, and including necessary information.

Model Variations (Voltage Specific Parts)

Lists part numbers for voltage-specific kettle lead assemblies.

Unit Exterior - Front View – Filter

Front Exterior View and Filter Components

Identifies external parts on the front view, including filter assembly.

Unit Exterior - Rear View - Oil Line

Rear Exterior View and Oil Line Components

Identifies external parts on the rear view, including oil line components.

Unit Exterior - Kettle Mount - Parts Breakdown

Kettle Mount Exterior Components

Details parts associated with the kettle mount on the exterior.

Unit Exterior - Kettle Mount Parts List

Kettle Mount Parts List (36/48/60 oz)

Comprehensive list of parts for the kettle mount, by model size.

Kettle Assembly (36, 48, and 60 oz.) – Parts Breakdown

Kettle Assembly Components

Breakdown of parts for the kettle assembly, including lid and agitator drive.

Kettle Assembly Parts List

Kettle Assembly Parts List Details

Detailed parts list for kettle assembly across different sizes and hand orientations.

36 oz. Kettle Bottom - Element View

36 oz. Kettle Bottom Components

Explains the elements and parts in the 36 oz. kettle bottom.

48 oz. Kettle Bottom - Element View

48 oz. Kettle Bottom Components

Explains the elements and parts in the 48 oz. kettle bottom.

60 oz. Kettle Bottom - Element View

60 oz. Kettle Bottom Components

Explains the elements and parts in the 60 oz. kettle bottom.

Pedestal Interior - Motor and Shaft

Motor and Shaft Assembly

Details components of the motor and shaft assembly in the pedestal.

Pedestal Interior – Electrical – Parts Breakdown

Pedestal Electrical Components

Breakdown of electrical parts within the pedestal.

Pedestal Interior – Electrical – Parts List

Pedestal Electrical Parts List Details

Comprehensive list of electrical parts found in the pedestal.

Control Box/Control Panel – Parts Breakdown

Control Box Internal Components

Breakdown of components inside the control box.

Control Panel Exterior Components

Identifies external components of the control panel.

Control Box/Control Panel – Parts List

Control Box/Panel Parts List Details

List of parts for the control box and panel.

Safety Labels Overview

Identifies various safety labels found on the unit.

Accessories

Popcorn Accessories List

Lists and describes available accessories like corn cups and scoops.

Wiring Diagram

Wiring Diagram Reference

Directs users to the separate wiring diagram document.

Warranty

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Outlines the warranty coverage, limitations, and procedures.