Nostalgia PCM405 Instructions And Recipes Manual

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PCM405

SERIES

Hard & Sugar-Free Candy Cotton Candy Maker
Máquina de algodón de azúcar
Machine à Barbe à Papa Sans Sucre Pour Bonbons Durs

Instructions and Recipes
Instructions et Recettes
Instrucciones y Recetas

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Make every day a party!

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CONTENTS

SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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

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

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

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

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

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

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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

RETURNS & WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

SAFETY

Appliance Specications:

120 Volts, 60 Hz, 450 Watts

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR USE IN 120V AC OUTLET ONLY.

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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
cause serious injury to 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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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions
is not qualied to operate this appliance. All users of this appliance must read and
understand this Instruction Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including:

1. Read all instructions before operating this appliance.

2. DO NOT TOUCH the hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. This appliance is NOT A TOY.

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

5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

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

7. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before removing parts and before cleaning.
Allow to cool before putting on or taking o any parts, and before cleaning.

8. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions, or if the appliance has been damaged in any manner. Return the
appliance to the nearest repair shop for examination, repair or adjustment.

9. The manufacturer does not recommend the use of accessory attachments other than
what is provided by the manufacturer. Use of attachments may cause injuries.

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

11. DO NOT use outdoors. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

12. DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

13. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

14. NEVER leave unit unattended while in use or when plugged into an outlet.

15. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food.

16. Always attach plug to appliance rst, then plug cord in the wall outlet. To
disconnect, turn any control to "o," then remove plug from wall outlet.

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Operating Safety Precautions

1. Ensure the Extractor Head is securely in place before use. Failure to do so may result in injury.

2. Check inside of the Heating Element, located beneath the Extractor
Head, for foreign objects before switching to ON position.

3. CAUTION: The Extractor Head rotates at high speeds. Always keep jewelry, long hair, hands
and face a safe distance away from the machine while in use to avoid possible injury.

4. NEVER put ngers on or near the Extractor Head or Heating
Element while machine is on or while it is still hot.

5. NEVER pour sugar directly into the Heating Element. Sugar
is FLAMMABLE and may result in smoke or re.

6. NEVER overll or use more than the directed amount of sugar in the Extractor

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Head. Overlling may cause the sugar to y from the Extractor Head.

7. DO NOT pour water or any other liquid into the Extractor Head.

8. Heating Element will get hot. Avoid contact until fully cooled.

9. This unit must be on a level surface to operate properly.

Instructions for the Electrical Cord and Plug

1. 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 the plug does not t fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t,
contact a qualied electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

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

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

• Extension cords can be used if care is exercised in their use.

• The marked electrical rating of the cord or extension cord should

be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.

• When using a longer cord or extension cord, make sure that

the cord does not drape over a countertop or tabletop where
it can be pulled on or tripped over unintentionally.

4. The manufacturer does not recommend using this machine in countries that do
not support 120V AC even if a voltage adapter, transformer, or converter is in use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

INTRODUCTION

The HARD & SUGAR-FREE CANDY COTTON CANDY MAKER transforms ossing sugar
and hard candies into uy, melt-in-your-mouth cotton candy! Now you can enjoy
carnival-style cotton candy from the comfort of home. Mix and match your favorite
hard candy avors for a truly unique cotton candy experience, or create a deliciously
sweet low calorie treat using your favorite sugar-free hard candies. This fanciful product
brings out the kid in everyone, making it great entertainment for the whole family.

Visit www.nostalgiaproducts.com to nd out which kits
and accessories are available for this product!

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PARTS & ASSEMBLY

Take the HARD CANDY COTTON CANDY MAKER out of the box and wipe down
the unit exterior and bowl with a non-abrasive cloth or sponge before using.

To attach the Extractor Head, push down onto the stem and make sure that the grooves are
properly aligned to t over the pegs on the stem.

CAUTION: Failure to fully secure Extractor Head may result in injury.

To attach the Bowl, carefully push the bowl down and turn counterclockwise
until it locks into place. Then attach Rim to Bowl by snapping in place.

Now you are ready to enjoy tasty, uy cotton candy from
your HARD CANDY COTTON CANDY MAKER.

Rim

Bowl

Extractor
Head

Main Unit

(2) Reusable
Plastic Cones

Sugar Scoop
(1 Tbsp.)

Heating Element
( CAUTION: Never pour
sugar directly into the
Heating Element. Sugar is
FLAMMABLE and may result
in smoke or re.)

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HOW TO OPERATE

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

2. Check to make sure the unit is in the OFF position, then plug into an electrical outlet.

3. Next, make sure the Extractor Head is in place and fully secured.

CAUTION: DO NOT add sugar or operate unit without Extractor Head in place.

4. Turn unit to ON position and Extractor Head will begin to spin. Allow unit to
heat for at least 10 minutes before adding ossing sugar or hard candy.

5. After allowing the unit to heat for 10 minutes, turn the unit OFF.

6. Place no more than two pieces of hard candy or one scoop of avored sugar (1 tbsp.) into
the Extractor Head. If using hard candies, make sure they are evenly placed on either side of
the Extractor Head (see image below).

CAUTION: Do not overll or use more than the directed amount of sugar in the Extractor

Head. Overlling may clog the unit or cause the sugar to y from the Extractor Head.
TIP: For best results, we recommend crushing hard candies into smaller pieces before
placing in the Extractor Head.

7. Switch the unit to the ON position.

8. When you see the cotton candy web begin, hold the cone horizontally over the Extractor
Head to begin collecting the cotton candy. Rotate the cone with your ngers while you
move the cone side to side above the bowl, making sure to collect all the cotton candy (see
image below).

CAUTION: Make sure cotton candy webbing does not fall into the Heating Element as

sugar is ammable. Turn the unit o and allow to cool before removing fallen sugars from
the Heating Element.

CAUTION: The Extractor Head rotates at high speeds. Always keep jewelry, long hair,

hands and face a safe distance away from the machine while in use to avoid possible injury.

9. Repeat the above steps to make more cotton candy. Make sure the Extractor Head is empty
before adding another measure of hard candy or ossing sugar into the Extractor Head.

By following these instructions, using your HARD & SUGAR-FREE CANDY
COTTON CANDY MAKER will be a fun and tasty experience!

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HELPFUL TIPS

TEXTURE

If your cotton candy is not ossing properly or is coming out with
a brittle, “Easter grass” texture, follow these instructions:

• Only put in 1-2 hard candies at a time

• Make sure the candies are evenly placed on either side of the Extractor Head.

• For best results, break candies up before use.

• The faster the Extractor Head spins, the better the result.

CLOGGING

If your unit is producing very little cotton candy, your Extractor Head may be clogged
with sugar. In this case, turn the unit o and wait for the Extractor Head to stop spinning.
Then use a wooden spoon to tap the Extractor Head to help loosen the sugar.

Also, ensure you are using the best sugar for this unit. Some
commercial ossing sugars are not made for this unit. For best results,
use Nostalgia brand cotton candy ossing sugar and kits.

The following hard candies (sugar & sugar-free) work best:

• Fruit Flavors

• Crème

• Root Beer

• Peppermint

• Cinnamon

• Coee

• Other Assorted Bulk Bag Hard Candy Flavors

The following candies DO NOT work:

• Caramel

• Butterscotch

• Ball-shaped candies

• Candies with hard sugar shells

• Gummy or chewy candies

• Sugar-pressed candies

• Instant drink mix packets with citric acid