Kompernass KH 831 User Manual

KOMPERNASS GMBH · BURGSTRASSE 21 · D-44867 BOCHUM

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ID-Nr.: KH831-12/07-V2

POPCORNMAKER

Operating instructions

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POPCORNMAKER

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POPCORNMAKER
KH 831

Intended Use

The popcorn maker is meant solely for
preparing popcorn at home. It is not meant
for any commercial use.

Description of the Appliance

1

Cover

2

Measuring cup

3

Casing

4

ON/OFF switch

5

Indication lamp

6

Dispensing chute

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Popping chamber

Technical Data

Mains voltage: 230V ~ /50Hz
Rated output: 1200W
KB time: 6 Minutes

• This appliance is not intended for use by per­sons (including children) with reduced physi­cal, sensorial or mental cabilities, 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.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.

• Unplug the power cord after every use and
before cleaning, so as to prevent the appliance
from switching on inadvertently.

• Check the appliance and all the parts for
visible damages. The safety concept can
work only if the appliance is in an
immaculate condition.

• Use only normal dry maize or popcorn kernels.
Otherwise the appliance could be irreparably
damaged.

Danger of electrical shock!

• Connect the appliance to a 230V/50Hz
rated power plug.

• Arrange for defective power plugs and/or
cables to be replaced as soon as possible
by a qualified technician or by our Customer
Service Department to avoid the risk of injury.

CO Time

The CO Time (Continuous Operation Time) details
how long an appliance can be operated without
the motor overheating and becoming damaged.
After the appliance has run for this period it must be
switched off until the motor has cooled itself down.

Safety instructions

• Read the operating instructions carefully
before using the appliance for the first time
and preserve this booklet for later reference.
Hand over the manual to anyone, whom you
pass on the appliance to.

Never immerse the appliance in water.
Just wipe it with a damp cloth.

• Do not expose the appliance to rain and
never use it in damp or wet surroundings.

• Make sure that the power cord does not
become wet during operation.

• Unplug the appliance immediately after use.
The appliance is completely disconnected,
only when you pull out the power plug from
the power socket.

• Do not open or repair the appliance casing
yourself. In this case, the device is not safe
and the warranty is voided.

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Fire hazard!

• Do not use the appliance near hot surfaces.

• Some parts of the appliance become very hot
during operation. Therefore, do not touch its
surface to avoid burn injuries.

• Do not keep the appliance in places that are
exposed to direct sunlight, as this could lead to
overheating and cause irreparable damage.

• Do not leave the appliance unattended when
in use.

• Do not operate the appliance for more than
6 minutes at a time.

• After every two consecutive quantities of
popcorn, allow a pause of at least 10 minutes
by switching the appliance off before using it
again.

• Do not put ingredients like sugar, oil, butter,
salt, margarine etc. into the popping chamber;
as such substances can cause damage to the
appliance.

• Never operate the appliance without maize
corn in the popcorn chamber.

Injury hazard!

• Keep children away from the connecting
cable and the appliance. Children frequently
underestimate the danger from electrical
appliances.

• Make sure to find a safe place for the
appliance.

• Do not operate the appliance, if it has fallen
off or is damaged. Get the appliance checked
and if necessary, repaired by experts.

Operation

Making popcorn

1. Switch the appliance off and remove the

1

cover

, before filling the popping chamber

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with maize kernels.

Ensure that you only use dry popcorn maize.

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2. Fill the popping chamber
mately 120 g (4 measuring cups
maize kernels.

Caution:

Never fill less than approximately 30g (1 measu­ring cup
put ingredients like sugar, oil, butter, salt, margarine
etc. into the popcorn chamber
ces may damage the appliance.

3. Place the cover 1along with the mounted

4. Place a heat-resistant serving bowl below or at

5. Plug in the power cord to mains and use

6. Switch the appliance off using the ON/OFF

7. Remove all residues from the popping cham-

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) into the popping chamber 7. Do not

measuring cup

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on the casing 3.

the dispensing chute
when done.

the ON/OFF switch
appliance. Now the indication lamp
lights up.

4

switch
indication lamp

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once the popcorn is ready. Now the

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is turned off.

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, before starting with another quantity

of popcorn.

with approxi-

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) of

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, as such substan-

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, to collect the popcorn

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to power up the

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Caution:

During operation the cover 1becomes hot.
Allow the appliance to cool down for at least
10 minutes after every two consecutive quantities
of popcorn.

Serve sweet or salted popcorn

1. Add 2–3 teaspoons of butter or margarine
into the measuring cup
the appliance on. The butter melts as the
popcorn is being prepared.

2

, before switching

Caution:

Do not put ingredient like sugar, oil, butter, salt,
margarine etc. into the popping chamber
Such substances may stick to the popping
chamber

2. Pour melted butter over the popcorn in the

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and damage the appliance.

serving bowl. Stir the popcorn and sprinkle
salt or sugar according to your taste.

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Disposal

Do not dispose of the appliance in
your normal domestic waste. This
product is subject to the European
guideline 2002/96/EC.

Dispose of the appliance through an approved
disposal centre or at your community waste facility.
Observe the currently applicable regulations.
In case of doubt, please contact your waste disposal
centre.

Dispose of all packaging materials in an
environmentally friendly manner.

Importer

KOMPERNASS GMBH
BURGSTRASSE 21
D-44867 BOCHUM

Cleaning

Caution:

First pull the power plug out of the power socket
and let the device cool off completely. Injury
hazard!

Clean the housing and the inside using a slightly
wet cloth. In case of stubborn stains, pour a few
drops of a mild detergent on the damp cloth.

Caution:

Make sure that moisture does not
seep into the casing while cleaning! The appliance
could be irreparably damaged.

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Warranty & Service

The warranty for this appliance is for 3 years from
the date of purchase. The appliance has been
manufactured with care and meticulously examined
before delivery. Please retain your receipt as proof
of purchase. In the case of a warranty claim, please
make contact by telephone with our service depart­ment. Only in this way can a post-free despatch for
your goods be assured.
The warranty covers only claims for material and
manufacturing defects, not for wearing parts or for
damage to fragile components. This product is for
private use only and is not intended for commercial
use.
The warranty is void in the case of abusive and
improper handling, use of force and internal
tampering not carried out by our authorized
service branch. Your statutory rights are not
restricted in any way by this warranty.

DES Ltd

Units 14–15
Bilston Industrial Estate
Oxford Street
Bilston
WV14 7EG
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]

Kompernass Service Ireland

c/o Irish Connection
41 Harbour view
Howth Co. Dublin
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]

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