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4. Lift the kettle lid and pour the measured seeds and salt into the kettle.
5. PRESS and RELEASE the OIL switch to automatically add the oil to the kettle, or if not using BIB
oil system, add the pre-measured amount of oil into the kettle.
6. Close the kettle lid.
7. Wait until when corn has finished popping, then gently dump the remaining popped popcorn
from the kettle.
8. On the last batch of popcorn, when the kettle lid opens from popping popcorn, turn off the
KETTLE switch to the OFF position. This helps save electricity usage and helps eliminate excess
smoke from oil residue left in the kettle.
9. When finished popping, turn the KETTLE and STIRRER switches to the OFF position. CABINET
LIGHTS and WARMER may remain on to display and help keep popped popcorn warm and crisp.
10. Clean the kettle AFTER it has COOLED COMPLETELY. NOTE: The kettle will be HOT TO THE
TOUCH while the amber READY light is flashing. Wait until the kettle is at a safe to handle
temperature (below 120 degrees Fahrenheit).
NOTE: NEVER LEAVE THE KETTLE ON WHEN NOT POPPING POPCORN
1. Turn all switches ON.
2. Allow the kettle to pre-heat for approximately five minutes.
3. Lift kettle lid to the top of the popcorn cabinet and a magnet will adhere the kettle lid to the top of
the cabinet as you pour in premeasured tripack ingredients, or your desired amount of popcorn, oil and
flavored salt. Pull lid closed to prevent stray kernels.
4. Allow corn to pop until popping ceases, usually when 3-4 seconds lapse between pops.
When corn has finished popping, twist the kettle handle clockwise and gently dump the popcorn into
the cabinet.
5. When popping is complete turn KETTLE switch to OFF position; POWER or LIGHT switch may remain
ON to display and heat popcorn.
KETTLE WILL BE HOT! Please be sure to avoid direct contact with the kettle during the popping process!
Cleaning and Care
Good sanitation practice demands that all food preparation equipment be cleaned regularly (only use
non-toxic, food grade cleaners). For any cleaning products used, follow the manufacturer’s instructions
on the product. DO NOT use oven cleaners or abrasive materials as they will damage parts of machine.
Note: It is extremely important to follow all cleaning procedures, otherwise parts and equipment could
be damaged and result in performance failure. The one-year warranty does not cover parts that are
damaged due to improper cleaning.
Daily Cleaning Instructions
Prior to starting the cleaning process of the popcorn machine and kettle, make sure all of the light and
heating switches are turned 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.