Cuisinart CPM-28C Instruction Booklet

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product,

always read the instruction book carefully before using.

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

Cuisinart® Theatre-Style Popcorn Maker

CPM-28C

TM

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CONTENTS

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

Power Cord Instructions .............4

Parts ............................................ 5

Before First Use ........................... 6

Assembly Procedure ................... 6

Popping Instructions ...................8

Cleaning & Maintenance ............. 9

IMPORTANT

SAFEGUARDS

When using any electrical
appliance, basic safety
precautions should always be
taken, including the following:

1.

READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING
YOUR POPCORN
MAKER.

2. UNPLUG MAIN POWER CORD
FROM OUTLET WHILE NOT IN
USE AND BEFORE CLEANING.

3. The use of accessory
attachments not
recommended by Waring may
cause injuries.

4. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN. Close supervision

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

5. Do not allow cord to hang
over any edge where a child
can reach it. Arrange cord
to avoid pulling, tripping or
entanglement.

6. To avoid any risk of electrical
shock, do not immerse cord or
plug into water or other liquids.

7. Do not operate the appliance
with damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance malfunctions
or has been damaged in any
matter. Send the unit to the
nearest authorized service
center for examination, repair or
adjustment. (ONLY technicians
should open up the unit.)

8. Extreme caution must be used
when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other
liquids. Allow hot parts to cool
down before handling or moving
the appliance.

9. Do not attempt to repair this
appliance yourself.

10. Do not attempt to pop corn
kernels without using oil.

11. Do not immerse popping kettle
in water.

12. Kettle surface is HOT and
should NOT be touched during
popping or just after use.

13. Do not touch hot surfaces.
Always use handles or knobs to
operate.

14. This appliance should not
be used by or near children
or individuals with certain
disabilities.

15. Allow HOT parts to cool down
before maneuvering and
cleaning.

16. Turn ALL switches to the OFF
position before disconnecting
power plug from the wall supply
outlet.

17. Not recommended for outdoor
use.

18. Do not use appliance for other
than intended use.

19. To avoid overheating, always
add oil and then kernels before
operating.

20. Extreme caution must be used
when unloading popcorn.
Always place the unit over a
countertop so that residual hot
oil or water running out will not
cause burns.

21. DO NOT CLEAN USING ANY
ABRASIVE MATERIAL.

22. NEVER FORCE ANY PARTS OR
BRACKETS INTO POSITION.

23. CAUTION: a burn can result
from misuse of this product.
Read popping instructions for
proper procedure.

24. No parts are intended for the
dishwasher.

25. If plugged into an outlet, the unit
should not be left unattended.

26. Do not operate your appliance
in an appliance garage or under
a wall cabinet. When storing in

an appliance garage always
unplug the unit from the
electrical outlet. Not doing

so could create a risk of re,
especially if the appliance
touches the walls of the garage
or the door touches the unit as it
closes.

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

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

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

FOR HOUSE­HOLD USE ONLY

POWER CORD
INSTRUCTIONS

1. A short power supply cord
is provided to reduce the
risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord.

2. Longer, detachable power
supply cords or extension
cords may be used if care is
exercised in their use.

3. If a long detachable power
supply cord or extension cord
is used:

a. The marked electrical

rating of an extension
cord should be at least
as great as the electrical
rating of the appliance.

b. If the appliance is of

the grounded type, the
extension cord should be
a grounding 3-wire cord.

c. The longer cord should be

arranged so that it will not
drape over the countertop
or tabletop where it can
be pulled on by children
or tripped over.

This appliance is for 120 volts
only and should not be used with
a converter.

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PARTS

1. Housing

2. ON/OFF Switch

3. Kettle

4. Kettle Handle

5. Internal Kettle Plug

6. Kettle Lid

7. Kettle Lid Handle

8. Kettle Stirrer

9. Door (removable)

10. Tilt Door (removable)

11. Unpopped Kernel
Catcher & Screen

12. Kettle Release Tab

13. Kettle Hook

14. Accessories
– Oil Measuring Spoon –
1 tbsp.(15 ml)
– Kernel Measuring Cup –
¼ cup (60 ml)
– Popcorn Scoop

15. Main Power Cord (not shown

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ASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE

1. Run the kettle stirrer
through the opening in
the center of the kettle lid.
Insert the top of the kettle
stirrer into the top of the
main housing and turn
counterclockwise to secure
in place.

2. Place the kettle onto the
kettle hook on the left side
of the main housing. Raise
the kettle so that it rests on
the top of the kettle release
tab.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Make sure the popcorn maker
is unplugged before you perform
the following:

1. Check to be sure the voltage

(120V – 60 Hz) is suitable to
your home.

2. Clean the internal surface of
the kettle with warm soapy
water; rinse well and dry with
a clean cloth. Wipe down inner
and outer housing with a damp
cloth. Be sure that all parts
are completely dry before
assembly.

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3. Insert the internal kettle
plug into the socket on
the top of the popcorn
maker housing.

4. Insert the kernel

catcher and screen
at the bottom of
the popcorn maker
housing. This will help to
separate any unpopped
kernels
from the popcorn.

5. Attach tilt door.

6. Place door on hinges.

POPPING
INSTRUCTIONS

1. Be sure that the popcorn
maker has been assembled
properly before plugging in
and popping.

2. Plug the main power cord
into an electrical outlet.

3. Add 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
of oil (vegetable, canola,
corn, peanut or safower
oil) and ½ cup (125 ml) of
corn kernels to the kettle;
lower the lid.

Note: Use 2 scoops of

the oil measuring spoon
provided and 2 scoops of
the kernel measuring cup
provided.

4. Turn the power switch to
the ON position.

Note: You do not need to

allow the kettle to heat up
beforehand.

5. After approximately
3 minutes, popcorn will
start to pop up and out of
the lid.

6. When the unit is nished
popping – you will no longer
hear the corn popping –
immediately turn the power
switch to the OFF position
and press down on the
kettle release tab located
on the right of the housing
to release the kettle. This
will allow the excess
popcorn to fall from the
kettle.

7. Before scooping popcorn,
return the kettle to the
upright position by
using the kettle handle.

CAUTION: KETTLE
IS HOT.

8. Use the popcorn scoop to
remove the popcorn from
the unit.

9. After the popcorn has
been removed from the
unit, remove the screen of
the kernel catcher at the
bottom of the unit. Remove
the tray and discard the
unpopped kernels.

10. Remove plug from the
power supply if the unit will
not be used for additional
batches.

11. Repeat steps 3 through 9
for additional batches.

CLEANING &
MAINTENANCE

After using the popcorn maker,
let it cool completely. Use a wet
cloth to clean the housing and
doors.

It is strongly recommended to
clean the kettle frequently to
avoid burning excess oil onto the
bottom of the inner pot.

1. Turn the power switch to
the OFF position.

2. Pour 4 to 6 ounces
(115 to 170 g) of water
(NO detergent is necessary)
into the kettle.

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3. Turn the power switch to
the ON position to boil the
water, allowing the stirrer to
remove excess oil stuck on
the surface.

4. After about 1 to 2 minutes
of boiling, allow to cool,
then pour water into a
deep bowl and discard.

CAUTION: THE KETTLE IS
HOT

You may also remove the kettle
and clean it with a non-scratch
scouring pad. Do not immerse
kettle or electrical plug in water.

Any other servicing should be
performed by an Authorized
Service Representative.

WARRANTY

LIMITED THREE-YEAR
WARRANTY

We warrant that this Cuisinart product
will be free of defects in materials or
workmanship under normal home use
for 3 years from the date of original
purchase. This warranty covers
manufacturer’s defects including
mechanical and electrical defects.
It does not cover damage from
consumer abuse, unauthorized repairs
or modifications, theft, misuse, or
damage due to transportation or
environmental conditions. Products
with removed or altered identification
numbers will not be covered.

This warranty is not available to retail­ers or other commercial purchasers
or owners. If your Cuisinart product
should prove to be defective within
the warranty period, we will repair it
or replace it if necessary. For warranty
purposes, please register your product
online at www.cuisinart.ca to facilitate
verification of the date of original
purchase and keep your original
receipt for the duration of the limited
warranty. This warranty excludes
damage caused by accident, misuse
or abuse, including damage caused
by overheating, and it does not apply
to scratches, stains, discolouration
or other damage to external or inter­nal surfaces that does not impair the
functional utility of the product. This
warranty also expressly excludes all
incidental or consequential damages.

Your Cuisinart product has been
manufactured to the strictest
specifications and has been designed
for use only in 120 volt outlets and
only with authorized accessories and
replacement parts. This warranty
expressly excludes any defects or
damages caused by attempted use
of this unit with a converter, as well
as use with accessories, replacement

parts or repair service other than those
authorized by Cuisinart.

If the appliance should become
defective within the warranty period,
do not return the appliance to the
store. Please contact our Customer
Service Centre:

Toll-free phone number:
1-800-472-7606

Address:
Cuisinart Canada
100 Conair Parkway
Woodbridge, Ont. L4H 0L2

Email:
[e-mail]

Model:
CPM-28C

To facilitate the speed and accuracy of
your return, please enclose:

• $10.00 for shipping and handling of
the product
(cheque or money order)

• Return address and phone number

• Description of the product defect

• Product date code*/copy of original
proof of purchase

• Any other information pertinent to the
product’s return

* Product date code can be found

on the underside of the base of the
product. The product date code is a
4 or 5 digit number. Example, 90630
would designate year, month & day
(2009, June 30th).

Note: We recommend you use a
traceable, insured delivery service for
added protection. Cuisinart will not be
held responsible for in-transit damage
or for packages that are not delivered
to us.

To order replacement parts or
accessories, call our Customer Service
Centre at 1-800-472-7606. For more
information, please visit our website at

www.cuisinart.ca.

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