West Bend STIR CRAZY DELUXE CORN POPPER User manual

 2011 West Bend, a Brand of Focus Electrics, LLC.

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STIR CRAZY

®

DELUXE CORN POPPER

Instruction Manual

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Important Safeguards ............................................................................................... 2

Before Using for the First Time ................................................................................ 3

Using Your Stir Crazy

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Deluxe Corn Popper ............................................................ 3

Cleaning Your Stir Crazy

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Deluxe Corn Popper ....................................................... 5

Warranty ................................................................................................................... 6

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions

and warnings.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be

followed including:

•

Read all instructions.

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Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

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To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons do not immerse

cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.

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Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.

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Always unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool

before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.

•

Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance

malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. This appliance has no

user serviceable parts.

•

Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination,

repair, or adjustment.

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The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics may

cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

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Do not use this appliance outdoors.

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Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

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Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

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To disconnect, turn any control to “OFF,” then remove plug from wall outlet.

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Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

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Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or

other hot liquids.

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Extreme caution must be used when unloading popcorn. Always turn the unit

away from you and over a countertop so that residual hot oil or water running

out will not cause burns.

•

A popper that is plugged into an outlet should not be left unattended.

•

Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.

•

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming

entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

•

Longer extension cords are available, but care must be exercised in their use.

While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one,

ensure that the marked electrical rating of the extension cord is equal to or

greater than that of the appliance. If the plug is of the grounded type, the

extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. To avoid pulling, tripping

or entanglement, position the extension cord so that it does not hang over the

edge of the counter, table or other area where it can be pulled on by children or

tripped over.

•

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To

reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet

only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it

still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug

in any way.

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•

Do not use an outlet or extension cord if the plug fits loosely or if the outlet or

extension cord feels hot.

•

Avoid contact with moving parts.

•

Never leave appliance unattended when it is plugged into an outlet.

•

Do not leave appliance plugged in when it is not being used.

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“ON/OFF” switch must always be “OFF” when the popping plate is removed.

•

This popcorn popper will not shut off automatically. To avoid overheating, add

corn and oil before operating.

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For household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Please check all packaging material carefully before discarding. Many

accessory parts are contained within the packaging material.

See “Cleaning your Stir Crazy

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Deluxe Corn Popper” section, clean popper

thoroughly and assemble.

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Warning: DO NOT USE if the glass heating element is cracked or broken.

“ON/OFF” switch must always be “OFF” ( O ) when the popping plate is

removed.

1. Place the base on a dry, level surface, away from any edge. Set the popping

plate with stir rod onto the heating base. The handles of the popping plate

should rest snugly over the handles on the heating base and the connector fit

completely over the shaft in the heating base. Make sure that the popping plate

with stir rod is completely seated in the base.

2. Put vegetable oil and corn into the popping plate. Do not substitute butter,

margarine, shortening, or lard for vegetable oil as these will burn or smoke

excessively. Do not add more corn or oil than recommended. Specialty oils

may be used, but some experimentation may be necessary to find the best

popping results and flavor you prefer. Do not use more than 3 tablespoons of

any oil.

Butter Cap

Cover

Popper Base

Butter Well

Popping Plate

with Stir Rod

“ON/OFF” Switch

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Quarts of

Popped Corn

Amount of Oil

Amount of Popcorn

Kernels

Amount of

Butter

2 1 tbsp.  Cup 1 tbsp.

4 2 tbsp.  Cup 2 tbsp.

6 3 tbsp. 1 Cup 3 tbsp.

**If using a gourmet/premium grade of corn, use less than amount of corn

specified. To yield 2 quarts of popcorn, use ¼ cup corn; for 4 quarts of popcorn,

use ½ cup; for 6 quarts of popcorn, use ¾ cup.

3. Place the cover on the popping plate, making sure the handles of the cover fit

securely into the handles of the popping plate. If buttered corn is desired, divide

recommended amount of refrigerated butter into 6 equal-sized pats and place in

a single layer in the butter well. (If unrefrigerated butter is used, add to butter

well after the first kernel of corn pops.) Popcorn will be buttered as it pops. If

unbuttered corn is desired, do not add butter to the butter well. DO NOT USE

BUTTER CAP DURING THE POPPING PROCESS. Put the cap on AFTER

popping is complete.

4. Plug cord into a 120 volt, AC outlet only. Press the “ON/OFF” switch to “ON”

( l ). The stir rod will rotate as long as the corn popper is on. Do not shake

popper during popping cycle. In 4 to 6 minutes the popping cycle will be

completed. Turn “ON/OFF” switch to “OFF” ( O ).

5. If butter is not completely melted in butter well, use a pastry brush to push any

remaining butter through the buttering holes. Snap butter cap securely onto

butter well. This cap must be on the cover before the popping plate is inverted.

6. Grasp handles firmly, lift popping plate and cover off of the heating base, move

assembly away from the heating base, then turn upside down. Lift popping

plate away from the cover, lifting away from you, and be cautious of escaping

steam. Place the popping plate on a wire rack to cool or place back into heating

base in proper operating position. Note: Do not place hot popping plate on to

the heating base in any way other than proper operating position as damage to

the appliance may occur.

Tip: Popcorn is done when there is a 1-2 second pause between pops or if the

cover has lifted or is turning. To avoid scorching, follow step 6 as soon as

popping cycle is complete.

7. Popcorn is now ready for serving. Sprinkle popcorn with salt if desired.

Popping Additional Batches of Popcorn - If you plan to pop more corn

immediately, transfer popcorn from serving cover to another serving bowl. Follow

steps 2 through 6 above.

• A small amount of smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due to the

release of manufacturing oils – this is normal.

• Some minor expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and

cooling – this is normal.

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Clean Popper After Every Use - Your corn popper should be cleaned after each

use. Always allow popper to cool completely before cleaning.

Cleaning Cover - Wash cover and butter cap in warm, soapy water with a dishcloth

or sponge. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Do not use scouring pad or abrasive cleaners

on cover as these could cause scratching. The cover may be washed in an

automatic dishwasher, top rack only.

Cleaning Popping Plate with Stir Rod - Clean the non-stick surface of the popping

plate and stir rod with a damp, soapy dishcloth, sponge or nylon-scouring pad. Rinse

and dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasive scouring pads or cleaners on the non-stick

finish as scratching may occur. After consistent use, the non-stick finish may

discolor. To remove discoloration, use a soft cloth saturated with lemon juice or

vinegar and rub over finish. Then wipe the finish with a damp cloth and dry. If

desired, the popping plate with stir rod may be washed in an automatic dishwasher.

The stir rod is NOT removable.

Cleaning Heating Base - Use a damp cloth to wipe any spills in or on the heating

base, if necessary. Wait until the heating base has cooled completely before wiping.

DO NOT remove the grate from the heating base for cleaning.

DO NOT PLACE HEATING BASE IN AN AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER OR

IMMERSE IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.

This appliance has no user serviceable parts.

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Appliance 1 Year Limited Warranty

Focus Electrics, LLC (“Focus Electrics”) warrants this appliance from failures in the material

and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase with proof of purchase,

provided the appliance is operated and maintained in conformity with the provided Instruction

Manual. Any failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at Focus

Electrics’ discretion. This warranty applies to indoor household use only.

This warranty does not cover any damage, including discoloration, to any non-stick surface of

the appliance. This warranty is null and void, as determined solely by Focus Electrics if the

appliance is damaged through accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, scratching, or if the

appliance is altered in any way.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES

OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, PERFORMANCE, OR

OTHERWISE, WHICH ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL FOCUS

ELECTRICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT,

INCIDENTAL, FORSEEABLE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN

CONNECTION WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

If you think the appliance has failed or requires service within its warranty period, please

contact the Focus Electrics Customer Service Department at (866) 290-1851, or e-mail us at

[email protected]m. A receipt proving the original purchase date will be required for all

warranty claims, hand written receipts are not accepted. You may also be required to return

the appliance for inspection and evaluation. Return shipping costs are not refundable. Focus

Electrics is not responsible for returns lost in transit.

Valid only in USA and Canada

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EPLACEMENT

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Replacement parts, if available, may be ordered directly from Focus Electrics, LLC several

ways. Order online at www.focuselectrics.com, e-mail service@focuselectrics.com, over the

phone by calling (866)290-1851, or by writing to:

Focus Electrics, LLC

Attn: Customer Service

P. O. Box 2780

West Bend, WI 53095

To order with a check or money order, please first contact Customer Service for an order total.

Mail your payment along with a letter stating the model or catalog number of your appliance,

which can be found on the bottom or back of the appliance, a description of the part or parts

you are ordering, and the quantity you would like. Your check should be made payable to

Focus Electrics, LLC.

Your state/province’s sales tax and a shipping fee will be added to your total charge. Please

allow two weeks for processing and delivery.

This manual contains important and helpful information regarding the safe use and care of your

new Focus Electrics product. For future reference, attach dated sales receipt for warranty proof

of purchase and record the following information:

Date purchased or received as gift: _______________________________________________

Where purchased and price, if known: _____________________________________________

Item number and Date Code (shown bottom/back of product):___________________________

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