Cretors T-3000 Service Manual

T3000-M-A/E-S

3243 North California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618

T-3000 POPCORN MACHINE SERVICE
MANUAL

120 Volt,
Single Phase, 60 Hz

230 Volt,
Single Phase, 50 Hz

May 1999

READ and UNDERSTAND these servicing, and safety
instructions before operating or servicing this popcorn
machine

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SAFETY FIRST

The information in this manual is essential for the safe installation and
maintenance of your Cretors popcorn machine. The manual must be read
and understood before installing, or maintaining this equipment, or
equivalent training must be provided.

"The employer shall instruct each employee in the recognition and
avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work
environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness
or injury". Ref.: 29 CFR 1926.20 (b)(4)(a)(2)

It is understood that safety rules within individual companies vary. If a
conflict exists between the safety procedures contained in this manual and
the rules of a using compa ny, the more stringent rule should take
precedence.

I INTRODUCTION

This manual is filled with time-saving and money-saving information regarding your Cretors
popcorn machine. There is nothing, however, more important than the safety aids and warnings
that are found throughout this document. The Safety Alert Symbol is used to identify topics of
primary safety concern wherever they appear. Furthermore, a separate section has been
included which deals exclusively with operation and accident prevention.

If, after reviewing this manual, anything is unclear or technical problems are encountered,
contact the dealer from whom you purchased your machine for assistance and if there are any
additional questions, feel free to contact our Customer Service Department at the address and/or
phone number listed on the back cover of this manual. Always have the model and serial
number of your machine available to assist in obtaining the correct information.

MODEL T-3000 T-3000 12 OZ. ELECTR IC COUNTER MODEL

Capacity: 12 oz. All-Steel Kettle, 280 one -ounce servings per hour
Electrical: 1800 watts
Dimensions: 21-1/2"D x 24-1/2"W x 34.5" H - - - - 54.6 cm D x 62.2 cm W x

87.6 cm H

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Net Weight: 85lbs. (35.6 kg.)

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II SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

The symbol shown below is used to call your attention to instructions concerning your personal
safety and the safety of others. Watch this symbol. It points out important safety precautions. It
means "ATTENTION! Become Alert! Your personal safety is involved!" Read the message that
follows and be alert to the risk of personal injury or death.

III PURPOSE OF MANUAL

This instruction manual is intended to familiarize owners with the servicing
and safety procedures associated with your Cretors popcorn machine.

This manual should be kept available to maintenance personnel.

A person who has not read and understood all service and safety
instructions is not qualified to service the popcorn machine.

IV INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Location

Choose a location for your Cretors popcorn machine to maximize the ease of operation
procedures. Check your local building and fire codes for location restrictions.

2. Power Supply

Check the nameplate to determine the required power supply.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Cretors’, or by a Cretors’
approved service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

Connect your popcorn popper only to the correct power source. Failure to do so
may result in personal injury or death and may damage your machine.

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C. Cretors and Company recommends dedicated circuits for the T-3000 popcorn
machine to avoid a voltage drop in the supply wire.

Make certain the Rocker Switches on the popcorn popper are in the 'OFF' position
when plugging into power source. Failure to do so may result in damage to your
machine or present a shock hazard.

3. Connecting Machine to Power Supply

A. Perform work only on de-energized circuits. Failure to do so may lead to

electrical shock resulting in personal injury or death.

B. Make certain that power supply circuit breakers are in the ‘OFF’ position.

C. Push the plug completely into the receptacle. If the cord has a twist lock plug be

sure to turn to lock in position. Turn ‘ON’ the power supply circuit breakers and
then turn ‘ON’ the machine Rocker Switch.

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V SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

In the case of improper service, qualified personnel only should perform the
following diagnostic checks, and, if necessary, corresponding adjustments and
repairs. Many of the following procedures present an electrical shock hazard and
can cause serious injury or death.

1. Parts

When ordering parts, refer to the attached parts diagram. Always supply the serial
number, model number, and voltage of your T-3000 popcorn machine.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Cretors’, or by a Cretors’ approved
service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

THERMOSTAT OPERATION

A. The thermostat is installed as a safety device to prevent overheating of the kettle if

the machine should be left unattended momentarily while in operation. The
operation of the thermostat is indicated by the kettle indicator light. The
thermostat is located in the kettle. The indicator light should stay on for most of
the popping cycle. The indicator light should go off 10-20 seconds before the corn
finishes popping and the kettle is dumped. If the indicator light goes out 30
seconds or more before the corn finishes popping, the thermostat may be set too
low and be in need of adjustment.

CAUTION! If the corn has dried out, it may not finish popping at normal
temperature, and the light may appear to go out early. DO NOT ADJUST KETTLE
TEMPERATURE BASED ON POOR QUALITY CORN.

CAUTION! Do not cover ventilation holes on top of machine.

B. If set too high (over 500°F 260

C. Repair part thermostats shipped from the factory have been factory adjusted to

switch off the current to the heatin g elements when the kettle temperature reaches
465° F (240oC). The factory setting should prove satisfactory; however, each

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C), the thermostat can cause a serious fire hazard.

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