Gold Medal Spartan 2671 Instruction Manual

Part No. 63461

Instruction Manual

10700 Medallion Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio 45241-4807 USA

Spartan

Model No. 2671

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DANGER

Machine must be properly grounded to prevent electrical shock to personnel.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury, or death.
DO NOT immerse any part of this equipment in water.
DO NOT use excessive water when cleaning.
Keep cord and plug off the ground and away from moisture.
Always unplug the equipment before cleaning or servicing.
Make sure all machine switches are in the OFF position before plugging the
equipment into the receptacle.

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DANGER

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can
cause property damage, injury, or death. Any alterations to this equipment
will void the warranty and may cause a dangerous condition. This appliance
is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate
remote-control system. NEVER make alterations to this equipment. Read the
Installation, Operating, and Maintenance Instructions thoroughly before
installing, servicing, or operating this equipment.

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WARNING

To avoid burns, DO NOT touch the kettle or any heated surface.
DO NOT place or leave objects in contact with heated surfaces.

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WARNING

ALWAYS wear safety glasses when servicing this equipment.

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WARNING

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.

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WARNING

Read and understand operator’s manual and all other safety instructions

before using this equipment. To order copies of the operator’s manual go to

gmpopcorn.com or write to Gold Medal Products Co., 10700 Medallion Drive,
Cincinnati, OH 45241 USA 1-(800)-543-0862

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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WARNING

DO NOT allow direct contact of this equipment by the public when used in
food service locations. Only personnel trained and experienced in the
equipment operation may operate this equipment.
Carefully read all instructions before operation.

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WARNING

This machine is NOT to be operated by minors.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued)

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.

Note: Improvements are always being made to Gold Medal’s equipment. This

information may not be the latest available for your purposes. It is critical that
you call Gold Medal’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-543-0862 for any
questions about your machine operations, replacement parts, or any service
questions. (Gold Medal Products Co. does not assume any liability for injury due
to careless handling and/or reckless operation of this equipment.)

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DANGER

Machine must be properly grounded to prevent electrical shock to personnel.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury, or death.
DO NOT immerse any part of this equipment in water.
DO NOT use excessive water when cleaning.
Keep cord and plug off the ground and away from moisture.
Always unplug the equipment before cleaning or servicing.
Make sure all machine switches are in the OFF position before plugging the
equipment into the receptacle.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Inspection of Shipment

After unpacking, check thoroughly for any damage which may have occurred in transit. Claims
should be filed immediately with the transportation company. The warranty does not cover
damage that occurs in transit, or damage caused by abuse, or consequential damage due to the
operation of this machine, since it is beyond our control (reference warranty in back of manual).

Manual

Read and understand the operator’s manual and all other safety instructions before using this
equipment. To order copies of the operator’s manual go to gmpopcorn.com or write to Gold

Medal Products Co., 10700 Medallion Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241 USA 1-(800)-543-0862.

Setup

Your new Spartan is completely assembled and tested at the factory. Remove all packing
material and tape before starting operation.

Electrical Requirements

DOMESTIC UNITS: 120/208 V~ or 120/240 V~, 7177 W, 60 Hz

Domestic units are designed to operate on single phase, 50 AMP, 4 wire supply, 120/208
or 120/240 V~ (2 Hot, 1 Neutral, 1 Ground). All electrical components in this machine are

120 V (motors, heat elements, lights, etc.) and therefore require “Hot to Neutral”

connection (NOT “Hot to Hot”). A 50 AMP wall receptacle (NEMA 14-50) is supplied with
the machine. The receptacle will accept the attachment plug on the machine and must be used.
Reference the Receptacle Installation instructions for wiring the NEMA 14-50 Receptacle.

EXPORT UNITS: 230 V~, 7177 W, 50 Hz

Export units are designed to operate on single phase, 16 AMP, 4 wire supply, 230 V~ (2
Hot, 1 Neutral, 1 Ground). All electrical components in this machine are 230 V (motors,

heat elements, lights, etc.) and therefore require “Hot to Neutral” connection (NOT “Hot to
Hot”). A certified electrician must supply and install the wall receptacle for this unit;

reference the Receptacle Wiring Diagram for Export Units.

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3P+N+E IEC 309

(Front View)

3P+N+E IEC 309

(Back View)

PE-G

L2

L1

Connect to Black
(Hot) Wire

Connect to Brown
(Hot) Wire

Connect to
Green/Yellow
(Ground) Wire

Connect to Blue

(Neutral) Wire

L3

N

Not Used

(If 5 wires provided,

connect Grey here.)

NEMA 14-50 Receptacle

(Front View)

NEMA 14-50 Receptacle

(Back View)

Connect to Green
(Ground) Wire

Connect to Red

(Hot) Wire

Connect to Black

(Hot) Wire

Connect to White

(Neutral) Wire

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A certified electrician must furnish sufficient power for proper machine operation and install any
supplied receptacle. We recommend this equipment be on a dedicated and protected circuit.
Failure to wire properly will void the warranty and may result in damage to the machine. It is Gold
Medal Products Co.’s recommendation that this machine be plugged directly into a wall outlet. The
use of extension cords is not recommended due to safety concerns, and may cause sacrificed
and/or reduced performance. Make sure cord is located to prevent a trip hazard or unit upset.

Receptacle Wiring Diagram for NEMA 14-50 (for Domestic Units)

A certified electrician must follow the IMPORTANT instructions below for installation of the
NEMA 14-50 Receptacle (Gold Medal Item No. 82920) provided with the unit. If the receptacle is
wired incorrectly, the heat elements/kettle and other electrical components could be at 208 or
240 V potential instead of the needed 120 V, resulting in excessive temperatures in the heat
elements (i.e.: kettle) and possible fire, and/or damage to electrical components.

Receptacle Wiring Diagram (for Export Units)

A certified electrician must supply and install the required wall receptacle for this unit, follow
the IMPORTANT instructions shown. This unit is designed to operate on single phase, 16 AMP, 4
wire supply. All electrical components in this machine are 230 V. If the receptacle is wired
incorrectly, the heat elements/kettle and other electrical components could be at 400 V potential
instead of the needed 230 V, resulting in excessive temperatures in the heat elements (i.e.: kettle)
and possible fire, and/or damage to electrical components.

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CAUTION

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Gold Medal Products Co.,
its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

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Before You Plug In Machine

1. Make sure all machine switches are OFF before plugging equipment into receptacle.

2. Make sure wall outlet can accept the grounded plugs (where applicable) on the power

supply cord.

3. The wall outlet must have the proper polarity. If in doubt, have a competent

electrician inspect the outlet and correct if necessary.

4. DO NOT use a grounded to un-grounded receptacle adapter (where applicable).

5. Install unit in a level position.

Oil Dispense Installation

To connect and calibrate the oil dispense system to this popper; refer to the
Bucket Pump (Gold Medal Item No. 2114 Series) or Bag-in-a-Box (Gold Medal
Item No. 2257 Series) Instruction Manual included with the unit.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Controls and Their Functions

LIGHT SWITCH

This operates all of the lights, interior and dome, on your popcorn machine.

POPCORN CONDITIONER SWITCH

Operates the blower in the corn storage area, keeps popcorn fresh and crisp.

KETTLE HEAT SWITCH

This operates the heating elements in the popping kettle.

KETTLE MOTOR AND EXHAUST SWITCH

Two position (ON/OFF), lighted rocker switch which operates the kettle agitator motor, and the
exhaust fan. The Kettle Motor Switch MUST be ON at all times when there is popcorn (popped or
un-popped) in the kettle.

OIL SYSTEM AND MASTER SWITCH

Two position, ON/OFF lighted rocker switch - supplies power to the oil pump (either the Bag-in­a-Box or Bucket Pump model). Reference the Instruction Manual for the oil dispense unit.

Bag-in-a-Box Model: Oil System Master Switch ON, provides power to the oil
dispense unit, activates the warmer/blower, and the heated line kit (if equipped).

Note: Coconut oil will congeal at temperatures below approximately 76°F (24°C).

For machines used daily, leave the Oil System Master Switch on at all
times and keep the cabinet doors closed to prevent the oil from becoming
solid. If the machine has not been used for several days, turn the Oil
System Master Switch ON the night before it is expected to be used.

Bucket Pump Model: Oil System Master Switch ON, activates the 30 watt heating element
on the bucket pump to keep the coconut oil liquid.

“RED” OIL DISPENSES PUSH BUTTON SWITCH

When pushed, this will dispense the predetermined amount of oil into the kettle. (Reference the
Instruction Manual for the oil dispense unit to program the oil dispense volume.)

SALT/SWEET SWITCH (if equipped)

This adjusts the kettle temperature for salt or sugar based popcorn.

LIGHT & AUDIBLE SOUND (LOAD DUMP)

Yellow indicator light and audible sound (if engaged), used to signal Load Dump. Therefore, if the
yellow light is ON, and the buzzer is sounding, one of the following actions should be taken:

• Load the corn and oil or

• Dump the popped corn from the kettle or

• Turn OFF the Kettle Heat Switch if you are finished popping corn.

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Item Part No. Part Description

1 55440 DPDT ROCKER SWITCH

2 48786 SWITCH COVER

3 42798 LIGHTED ROCKER

4 39410 ROCKER SWITCH (not shown) FLEXI-POP ONLY

48660 DOMESTIC GREEN PILOT LIGHT 125V

48660EX EXPORT GREEN PILOT LIGHT 230V

6 41031 SWITCH OIL PUMP

7 63429 CONTROL BOX COVER

55039 DOMESTIC AMBER PILOT LIGHT 125V

55039EX EXPORT AMBER PILOT LIGHT 230V

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8

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FLEXI-POP SWITCH (if equipped)

This changes energy to the kettle for the load switch from 52 oz. to 32 oz. it will automatically
adjust the oil amount on the 2257D model of oil pump. The blue light and blue labeled cup are for
the 32oz and the green are for the 52oz. (Reference Instruction Manual for the oil dispense unit.)

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Kettle Size

Popcorn Charge

Oil Charge

Flavacol (Salt)

52 oz.

52 oz. (1.5 L)

17 oz. (503 ml)

4 Tblsp. (59cc)

32 oz. (Flexi-Pop)

32 oz. (946 ml)

10.5 oz. (311 ml)

2 Tblsp. (29.6cc)

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Popping Corn Instructions

This section describes popping instructions for Standard (salted) popcorn and Sweet popcorn (if
equipped with Salt-Sweet option). Flexi-Pop option (if equipped) pops a full size or reduced size
batch of popcorn.

Remember (for all popping modes):

When the Load Dump Light comes ON, and Audible Signal (if enabled) is sounding, one of
the following actions should be taken:

 Load the corn and oil or
 Dump the popped corn from the kettle or
 Turn OFF the Kettle Heat if you are finished popping corn.

Amount of Popcorn and Oil – Salted Popcorn

This popper is equipped with corn, salt, and oil measures. Gold Medal recommends flavored and
colored coconut oil. Popcorn popped in coconut oil stays fresh longer and does not leave black
deposits in the kettle like other oils. Use only top quality, fresh popcorn from reputable suppliers.

Note: When popping with coconut oil, be sure the oil is liquid. As a check, dispense oil

into a measuring cup first, then use that oil for the first popping cycle.

1. Turn all switches ON; set Flexi-Pop Switch (if equipped) to desired batch size; set

Salt-Sweet Switch (if equipped) to Salt mode.

2. When kettle is ready (about 5-8 minutes), the Load/Dump Light and Audible Signal (if

enabled) will turn ON.

3. Lift kettle lid and pour in pre-measured amount of corn and Flavacol (see chart for

amounts); close lid.

4. Press the “Red” Oil Dispense PB Switch to add oil (the Load/Dump Light and Signal will

turn OFF in approx. 20 seconds).

5. When corn has finished popping, the Load/Dump Light and Audible Signal will turn

ON, then gently dump the popcorn.

Note: The signal “To Dump” was factory set based on Gold Medal popcorn and oil. If, after 3

consecutive batches, the signal occurs before or after popping has stopped, then the
signal timing can be adjusted. Have a qualified service person adjust the signal to dump
(reference Electronic Temperature Control section of the Parts Manual for the unit).

6. On final kettle of corn, turn Kettle Heat Switch OFF just as lids are forced open by the

popping corn. This procedure saves electricity, since kettle has plenty of heat, and helps
eliminate smoke/odor from any oil residue that remains after popping has stopped.

Note: When Kettle Heat Switch is OFF, machine will not beep on the last batch.

7. When finished popping, turn KETTLE HEAT and KETTLE MOTOR switches OFF.

NEVER LEAVE THE HEAT ON WHEN YOU ARE NOT POPPING CORN!

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Kettle Size

Popcorn Charge

Oil Charge

Glaze Pop/Sugar

52 oz.

52 oz. (1.5 L)

17 oz. (503 ml)

26 oz. (769 ml)

32 oz. (Flexi-Pop)

32 oz. (946 ml)

10.5 oz. (311 ml)

16 oz. (473 ml)

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Popping Sweet Popcorn (if equipped)

Gold Medal recommends white coconut oil for popping Glaze Pop (colored oil can change the
popcorn color). Glaze Pop cooks directly in the kettle. DO NOT use popcorn seasoning salt when
popping Glaze Pop.

Note: When popping with coconut oil, be sure oil is liquid. As a check, dispense oil into

a measuring cup first then use that oil for the first popping cycle.

1. Turn all switches ON; set Flexi-Pop Switch (if equipped) to desired batch size; set

Salt-Sweet Switch to Sweet mode.

2. When kettle is ready (about 5-8 minutes), the Load/Dump Light and Audible Signal (if

enabled) will turn ON.

3. Lift kettle lid and pour in pre-measured amount of corn.

4. Press the “Red” Oil Dispense PB Switch to add oil (the Load/Dump Light and Signal will

turn OFF in approx. 20 seconds).

5. Add pre-measured amount of Glaze Pop or Sugar (when using sugar, we recommend

using Compound “S” to help keep kettle clean); close lid.

6. When corn has finished popping, the Load/Dump Light and Audible Signal will turn

ON, then gently dump the popcorn.

Note: The signal “To Dump” was factory set based on Gold Medal popcorn and oil. If, after 3

consecutive batches, the signal occurs before or after popping has stopped, then the
signal timing can be adjusted. Have a qualified service person adjust the signal to dump
(reference Electronic Temperature Control section of the Parts Manual for the unit).

7. On final kettle of corn, turn Kettle Heat Switch OFF just as lids are forced open by the

popping corn. This procedure saves electricity, since kettle has plenty of heat, and helps
eliminate smoke/odor from any oil residue that remains after popping has stopped.

Note: When Kettle Heat Switch is OFF, machine will not beep on the last batch.

8. When finished popping, turn KETTLE HEAT and KETTLE MOTOR switches OFF.

NEVER LEAVE THE HEAT ON WHEN YOU ARE NOT POPPING CORN!

9. Clean kettle when finished popping Glaze Pop or sugar corn, and prior to switching to

popping salted popcorn.

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DANGER

Machine must be properly grounded to prevent electrical shock to personnel.

DO NOT immerse in water.

Always unplug the equipment before cleaning or servicing.

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WARNING

To avoid serious burns, DO NOT touch the kettle while it is hot!

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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

Good sanitation practice demands that all food preparation equipment be cleaned regularly (only
use non-toxic, food grade cleaners). A clean looking, well-kept machine is one of the best ways of
advertising your product.

Note: It is extremely important to follow all cleaning procedures, otherwise parts

damage and equipment failure will result. The warranty does not cover parts
that are damaged due to improper cleaning.

Daily Kettle Cleaning Instructions

Under no circumstances should the kettle be removed from the machine for cleaning.

CAUTION: A hot kettle will cause burns if you touch it with your hand. Allow kettle to

cool at least 1 hour before attempting to clean. DO NOT use ice or water to
cool down a hot kettle! Severe kettle damage will result!

1. When cool, wipe outside of kettle with a clean, soft cloth. DO NOT use oven cleaners or

abrasive materials as they will damage the kettle.

2. Every night, mix Gold Medal’s Heat’n Kleen solution (Item No. 2095), 2 tablespoons

per gallon of water. It is not necessary to use the entire gallon at once; only use
enough to fill the kettle 1/2 inch deep.

3. Turn kettle heat ON. When water starts to boil, turn kettle heat OFF.

4. Allow to cool at least 1 hour, then dump solution into a bucket and wipe inside of

kettle with a clean cloth. Make sure all solution goes into the bucket; do not spill any in
the interior of machine.

For an extra dirty kettle, the process may be repeated; or, after turning kettle heat
OFF, allow solution to sit in kettle overnight. The next morning, dump solution into a
bucket and wipe inside of kettle with a clean cloth.

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Clean-In-Place Hook

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5. A Clean-In-Place Hook is located behind the kettle support arm (on operator side).

This feature safely holds the kettle in place for cleaning purposes, and allows access to
hard to reach places without removing the kettle. With the lid and agitator assembly
removed, tilt kettle into the dump position, and swing the hook into position (see
image below).

6. With unit OFF and unplugged, wipe kettle lead cord with a clean SLIGHTLY damp cloth.

DO NOT get moisture into the kettle lead-in cord, severe damage will result.

Daily Unit Cleaning Instructions

1. Turn machine OFF, unplug unit and allow it to cool before attempting to clean.

2. Clean all pans/accessories in order to sanitize them before each use.

3. Clean under corn pan to remove all popcorn bits and seeds.

4. Take a clean, SLIGHTLY damp cloth and wipe excess grease from glass and cabinet.

5. Wipe stainless steel parts with a clean cloth and cleaner designed for stainless steel,

such as Gold Medal Watchdog Stainless Cleaner (Item No. 2088).
DO NOT use oven cleaners or abrasive materials as they will damage parts of machine.

6. Clean glass panels with glass cleaner. Gold Medal Watchdog Glass Cleaner (Item No.

2588) is recommended.
Ammonia cleaners will damage plastic doors/panels. Use only non-ammonia cleaners,

such as Gold Medal Watchdog Glass Cleaner (Item No. 2588).

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