Nostalgia OFP901 User guide

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OFP901

Vintage Collection™
Hot Air Popcorn Maker

Instructions and Recipes

Make everyday a party!

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CONTENTS

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

PARTS & ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

HOW TO OPERATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

HELPFUL TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

RECIPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

RETURNS & WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and
on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that
can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the
chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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Appliance Specications:

120 Volts, 60 Hertz
1200 Watts, ETL Approved

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

1. NEVER immerse in water.

2. NEVER use near water.

3. NEVER use an abrasive sponge or cloth.

4. NEVER use a scouring pad on the appliance.

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5. NEVER leave appliance unattended while in use.

6. Unplug unit from outlet when not in use and during cleaning.

7. DO NOT operate this appliance with a damaged cord or
plug, nor if the appliance ever malfunctions.

8. DO NOT clean any parts of this appliance in a dishwasher.

9. Keep out of reach of children.

10. This appliance is NOT A TOY.

11. Unsupervised young children and cognitively challenged
individuals should never operate this appliance.

12. Young children should be supervised while in proximity of the
appliance to ensure that they do not play with it.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using
electrical appliances, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before operating this appliance.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces.

3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug or
any part of this appliance in water or other liquids.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before removing parts and before cleaning.

6. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, nor if
the appliance has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance
to the nearest repair shop for examination or repair.

7. The manufacturer does not recommend the use of accessory
attachments. Use of accessory attachments may cause injuries.

8. DO NOT use outdoors. For household use only.

9. Position the appliance as close to the outlet as possible
to prevent injury due to tripping over cord.

10. DO NOT leave unit running once popping has ceased.

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving this appliance.

12. DO NOT use the appliance for other than its intended use.

13. An appliance that is plugged into an outlet should not be left unattended while in operation.

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14. Check Popping Chamber for presence of foreign objects prior to use.

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

16. Longer detachable power supply cords can be used if care is exercised in their use.

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

18. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk
of electrical shock, this plug is intended to t into a polarized outlet only one way. If plug
does not t, contact a qualied electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

19. Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself, as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the VINTAGE COLLECTION™ HOT AIR POPCORN MAKER. This
early 1900s style popcorn maker is a table-top sized party pleaser. In just minutes, family
and friends can enjoy the fresh taste of crunchy, hot popcorn! Its electric popping system
uses hot air instead of oil, producing a light and healthy snack. The unit comes with a
measuring cap that assures the proper amount of kernels is used in each batch. It has
a kernel capacity of 6 tbsp. (3 oz.), which makes up to 12 cups of popcorn per batch.

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PARTS & ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

Your HOT AIR POPCORN MAKER comes fully assembled.
Simply attach the Top Housing to the Base.

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Kernel Measuring
Cup (6 tbsp.)

Top Housing

Popping Chamber

Base

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HOW TO OPERATE

Before rst use, clean the inside and outside of the unit by wiping with a moist,
non-abrasive sponge, towel or cloth and then wipe with a non-abrasive dry towel.
Make sure the Top Housing is securely attached to the Base before starting.

1. First, nd a at surface near an electrical outlet before starting. Make sure your cord
is away from any water source. It is acceptable to use an extension cord if needed.

2. Gather your popcorn making supplies: popcorn, seasonings, bowls or bags for holding the
popcorn, and Kernel Measuring Cup. Kernel Measuring Cup is included with your unit.

3. Plug in the appliance while switch is ipped to
OFF position. Remove Kernel Measuring Cup.

4. Turn appliance ON by ipping the switch on
the Base. Allow the appliance to run for about
2 minutes to heat up Popping Chamber.

5. While Popping Chamber is heating, add fill Kernel
Measuring Cup with corn kernels (6 tbsp.).

6. Turn unit OFF.

7. Place bowl underneath the opening in
Top Housing to collect popcorn.

8. Pour kernels into the top of the unit and
replace Kernel Measuring Cup.

9. Turn the unit ON. In no time at all, you will hear the
popping begin. Fresh, hot popcorn will begin to burst out
of the opening in the Top Housing and into the bowl.

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10. Once the kernels have stopped popping, turn unit OFF.

11. Tip HOT AIR POPCORN MAKER forward to make sure that
all of the popcorn is out of the machine.

12. Always allow 15 minutes between popping sessions to allow
machine to cool so that it does not overheat.

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HELPFUL TIPS

POPCORN

The HOT AIR POPCORN MAKER is designed for all regular and premium
brands of popping corn. Yellow corn generally pops better than white
corn. Organic corn is not recommended for this machine.

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NEVER put any seasonings or oil in the Popping Chamber. Always season
popcorn after it has been removed from the HOT AIR POPCORN MAKER.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

1. Make sure appliance is unplugged before cleaning.

2. Allow unit to cool for at least 15 minutes.

3. Remove the Top Housing from Base.

4. Use slightly damp, non-abrasive sponge, towel or cloth to wipe down the outside of
Base and inside of Popping Chamber, then wipe with a non-abrasive towel to dry.

5. DO NOT submerge Base in water.

6. Wash inside and outside of Top Housing using a non-abrasive sponge,
towel or cloth, then wipe with a non-abrasive towel to dry.

7. Wash Kernel Measuring Cup with hot, soapy water and dry.

8. DO NOT use harsh or abrasive cleaners or cloths on this unit, as it will ruin the nish.

9. Reassemble unit and store.

10. All other maintenance or servicing must be done by an authorized service professional.

NOTE: Never place any parts in the dishwasher. Always wash by hand.

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RECIPES

The HOT AIR POPCORN MAKER makes hot, fresh, theater style popcorn
anytime! Enjoy your freshly popped corn in a variety of ways:

• Add butter and salt.

• Add a pinch of sugar, cinnamon and salt to popcorn for a sweet taste.

• Flavored popcorn – add seasoning from any gourmet popcorn seasoning kit.

• Try some of these fun recipes:

PARMESAN POPCORN

• 1 Gallon of
Popped Corn

• 1 Tsp. Garlic Powder

• 3 Green Onions,
finely chopped

• ½ Tsp. Cracked
Pepper

• 1 Tsp. Sea Salt

• 1 Cup Parmesan
Cheese, grated (more
or less to taste)

• 3 Tbsp. Olive
Oil, heated

Pop corn kernels using the HOT AIR POPCORN
MAKER as directed on page 6.

Combine garlic powder, green onions, cracked
pepper, sea salt and parmesan cheese. Set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, drizzle hot olive oil over popcorn.

Toss until well coated.

Slowly add in dry ingredients while continuously
stirring popcorn until well coated.

You may also shake the dry ingredients over
popcorn in a large paper or muslin bag.

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TRADITIONAL POPCORN BALLS

• 1 Gallon of
Popped Corn

• ½ Cup Corn Syrup

• ½ Cup Granulated
Sugar

• ½ Tsp. Salt

• 1 Stick of Butter,
softened

Pop corn kernels using the HOT AIR POPCORN
MAKER as directed on page 6.

Mix corn syrup, sugar and salt together in pot and
dissolve over medium heat for about 3 minutes.

Add popcorn to pot, stirring and tossing consistently
until popcorn is evenly coated at low heat.

Remove from heat.

Use softened butter to form balls while
popcorn mixture is still warm.

Wrap individual balls in plastic wrap, tie
and store at room temperature.

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CHUNKY MONKEY

• 1 Gallon of
Popped Corn

• 1 12-oz. bag
Semi-Sweet
Chocolate Chips

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• 1 12-oz. bag Peanut
Butter Morsels

• 4.2-oz. bag Banana
Chips, broken into
small pieces

• 1 11-oz bag Peanuts

POPCORN PEPPERMINT BARK

• 1 Gallon of
Popped Corn

• 1 12-oz. bag Semi­Sweet or Dark
Chocolate Chips

• 1¼ cup Peppermint
Sticks, crushed

Pop corn kernels using the HOT AIR POPCORN
MAKER as directed on page 6.

Melt chocolate chips and peanut butter morsels
over stove, as packaging recommends.

Line cookie sheet with wax paper.

Toss together popcorn and banana chips.

Spread popcorn and banana chip mixture
evenly over cookie sheet.

Drizzle melted chocolate and peanut butter
mixture over popcorn and banana chips.

Sprinkle peanuts over chocolate and peanut butter mixture.

Allow to cool.

When chocolate and peanut butter has hardened,
break up the Chunky Monkey into pieces.

Can be stored in plastic freezer bags.

Pop corn kernels using the HOT AIR POPCORN
MAKER as directed on page 6.

Melt chocolate chips over stove, as packaging recommends.

Line cookie sheet with wax paper.

Spread popcorn evenly over cookie sheet.

Drizzle melted chocolate over popcorn.

Sprinkle crushed peppermints over chocolate.

Allow to cool.

When chocolate has hardened, break up
Popcorn Peppermint Bark into pieces.

Can be stored in plastic freezer bags.

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RETURNS & WARRANTY

SHOULD YOUR UNIT NOT WORK OR IS DAMAGED WHEN YOU FIRST TAKE IT OUT
OF THE BOX, PLEASE RETURN IT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE IMMEDIATELY.

VINTAGE COLLECTION™ HOT AIR POPCORN MAKER / OFP901

Should you have any questions, please contact us via email or at the
customer service number listed below between the hours of 8:00 AM
and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, Central Standard Time.

Distributed by:

Nostalgia Products Group LLC
1471 Partnership Dr.
Green Bay, WI 54304-5685
Customer Service
Phone: [phone]
Web: www.nostalgiaelectrics.com

Customer Service Inquiry

To submit a Customer Service inquiry, go to www.nostalgiaelectrics.com and
ll out the Customer Service Inquiry form and click the Submit button.

A representative will contact you as soon as possible.

This appliance is designed and built to provide many years of satisfactory performance
under normal household use. The distributor pledges to the original owner that
should there be any defects in material or workmanship during the rst 90 days of
purchase, we will repair or replace the unit at our option. Our pledge does not apply
to damages caused by shipping, mishandling or unit being dropped. A product
deemed defective either from manufacturing or being mishandled is up to the
distributor’s discretion. In order to obtain service under this warranty, please contact
Nostalgia Products Group, LLC at the telephone number listed above or by lling
out the Customer Service Inquiry Form located at www.nostalgiaelectrics.com.

This warranty does not apply to re-manufactured merchandise.

Please read these instructions carefully. Failure to comply with these instructions,
damages caused by improper replacement parts, abuse or misuse will void this
pledge to you and is being made in place of all other expressed warranties.

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