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The Autodump switch activates the automatic kettle dumping cycle to empty popped popcorn from the
kettle. To activate, PRESS and RELEASE the Autodump switch. .
WAIT:
The amber colored WAIT LED light has two modes which are as follows:
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 be below the target popping
temperature. CAUTION: The kettle will be HOT TO THE TOUCH.
2. Flashing: This means the kettle is off and cooling down but it is still HOT TO THE TOUCH (greater
than 120 degrees Fahrenheit). This mode will occur either when the kettle switch is in the OFF
position or if the kettle has been left in the ON position for more than 30 minutes without
popping.
READY:
The green colored READY LED light indicates the kettle has completed heating up and is ready to add
ingredients for popping popcorn. 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
and instructions:
Popcorn:
• Buttery Goodness butterfly popcorn seeds
Oil:
• Buttery Goodness Coconut Oil
• Buttery Goodness Conola Oil
Flavoring:
• Buttery Goodness Salt
Popping Salted Popcorn
To pop a full size 32-ounce batch of salted popcorn, Paragon recommends the ingredient amounts in the
table below:
Salted Popcorn Recipe:
Salted Popcorn Instructions:
If using a BIB oil system, ensure the oil in all parts of the system are liquified before use. Check that the
oil in the box, oil in the hoses connected to the pump, oil in the pump, and oil in the line leading to the
kettle is liquified and clear of any blockages. With the oil liquified, prime the BIB system by holding a cup