Popcorn Machine
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Owner/Loaner: Hive13 |
Hive13 Asset Tag: HV0002 |
Make/Model: Gold Medal Pop-A-Lot Model 2007 (google) |
Arrival Date: 09/19/2009 |
Does it work?: Yes |
Certification Needed?: no |
Contact: Ian B. |
Floorplan: Social Area |
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Instructions
Usage
- Switch on Kettle Motor & Exhaust, Kettle Heat and Warmer (Lights is Optional)
- Put the following into the kettle:
- 1 Cup – Popcorn Kernels
- 1/3 Cup – Popping Oil
- 1 Tsp – Flavor Salt
- Allow to pop until you hear less than one pop per second (the first batch can take a while to get going).
- Pull down on Kettle Lever to dump popcorn (repeat as necessary until Kettle is empty).
- Repeat Steps 2-4 for additional batches.
- When finished popping, switch off Kettle Motor & Exhaust and Kettle Heat.
- Eat and enjoy!
- When finished serving, switch off Warmer.
IF YOU MAKE POPCORN, CLEAN THE MACHINE.
(Seriously guys. It takes like five minutes.)
Cleaning
Regular Clean (after each use)
- Make sure all switches are turned off and unplug machine.
- Allow all surfaces to cool.
- Sweep crumbs and kernels out of machine.
- Remove and empty crumb tray.
- Wipe off surfaces with cleanser (non-bleach non-ammonia).
- Wipe down inside of kettle with damp cloth.
Deep Clean (Every 5-6 uses)
- Fill kettle to top (approximately 13 cups of water).
- Do not remove kettle from machine. Use pitcher.
- Add 3 Tablespoons of Gold Medal "Heat 'N Kleen" Kettle Cleaner
- Turn on Kettle Heat and Motor
- Wait for water to barely reach boil.
- Turn off heat and allow to cool.
- If kettle is heavily soiled, repeat steps 3-5 (adding water as needed)
- Carefully dump water into plastic bin or bucket.
- Wipe out kettle with damp cloth.
- Allow to dry completely before making popcorn.
Specifications
Serial Number: DAU-S-1221 Approx. Dimensions: 27"W x 19"L x 37"H Power Requirements: 1171 Watt / 11.45 Amp (Measured with Kill A Watt P3 P4400)
Project Goals
To have an easy to use and maintain popcorn machine for use during meetings/events/etc. It should require a minimum of maintenance and be accessible for use by anyone (members or visitors).
Progress
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Status: Completed |
Start Date: 05/06/2014 |
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The Past |
Popcorn machine acquired. Date unknown. Legend tells that it has always been there, and that it shall always remain. It is said that one day, the chosen one shall return and the butter and salt shall flow. We faithful await this day with bated breath and red striped paper bags. |
05/06/2014 |
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07/06/2014 |
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07/20/2014 |
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08/27/2014 |
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08/29/2014 |
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08/31/2014 |
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09/14/2014 |
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10/02/2014 |
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10/26/2014 |
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01/08/2015 |
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| 1 TPI == Total Power Improvement: This is the new total increase in energy efficiency over the original measurement, not the improvement from that specific modification. It is intended as a sort of overall progress tracker.
To-Do List
- More permanent attachment to machine for laminated instructions.
- Reprint/laminate updated cleaning instructions (see above).
- Warming Plate is non-functional. Not sure if heating element needs replaced, or just needs wiring fixed.
- Donation jar for popcorn supplies? (Possibly made out of movie theater popcorn tub.)
Links
Owners Manual (PDF) (For updated version of the #2007 model. Most information still applies.)