Nostalgia Electrics MHP-310 User Manual

MINI MOVIETIME HOT AIR POPPER™

MHP-310

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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ENGLISH 1

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

Appliance Specifications:

120 Volts
60 Hertz
8 Amps
1045 Watts ETL Approved

Important Precautions to Remember:

A. NEVER immerse in water.

B. NEVER use near water.

C. NEVER use an abrasive sponge or cloth to clean this unit.

D. NEVER use a scouring pad on the unit.

E. NEVER leave the unit unattended while in use.

F. This unit uses hot air. Do not use butter or oil or water in the popping chamber.

G. Do not touch hot surfaces. Unit becomes hot when popcorn is popping.

H. Unplug unit from outlet when not in use and when cleaning. Allow to cool before

taking off any parts.

I. DO NOT operate this appliance with a damaged cord or plug or in the event the

appliance has ever malfunctioned.

J. DO NOT place the motor base in dishwasher.

K. Keep out of reach of children

L. NEVER put your face near the unit while popcorn is popping. Stay at least 36 inches
(1 meter) in distance from unit while corn is popping.

M.

NEVER put your hand in the unit while popcorn is popping. Wait at least 5 minutes after
the unit has been turned off.

N. This appliance is NOT A TOY.

O. This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without

supervision.

P. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the

appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1. Read all instructions before operating this appliance.

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

3 To protect against electric shock do not immerse cord, plugs or any part of this unit in

water or other liquid.

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

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting
on, or taking off parts, and before cleaning appliance.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Continued)

6. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or if the appliance has

been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest repair shop for
examination and repair or send back to company per warranty in this book.

7. The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by the appliance

manufacturer. These may cause injuries.

8. DO NOT use outdoors.

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

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

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

12. DO NOT use appliance for anything other than intended use.

13. A popper that is plugged into an outlet should not be left unattended.

14. Extreme caution must be used when unloading popcorn.

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. Do not leave unit power on without any popcorn kernels inside. This may result in the
melting of the plastic cover.

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the MINI MOVIETIME HOT AIR POPPER™. This popcorn
maker will provide your friends and family with delicious popcorn anytime!

The MINI MOVIETIME HOT AIR POPPER™ is a technologically advanced hot air popcorn
popper that pops more kernels than many other popcorn makers.

This convenient tabletop-size electric popcorn popper uses air instead of oil, producing
perfectly popped popcorn with less kernels to bite into. Air-popped popcorn is a deliciously
healthy low-fat snack.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

The MINI MOVIETIME HOT AIR POPPER™ is easy to use. Just follow these simple
instructions.

After Taking the Unit Out of the Box

 Your MINI MOVIETIME HOT AIR POPPER™ is already fully assembled. Before

first use, lift the top housing off of the main body and wipe clean the inside of the
unit with a non-abrasive moist sponge or a non-abrasive moist towel. Wipe dry
with a non-abrasive towel.

 After cleaning the inside, put the top housing back onto the base.

Now you are ready to enjoy freshly popped popcorn!

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE (Continued)

IMPORTANT NOTE: NEVER USE OIL, BUTTER, OR MICROWAVE POPCORN WITH
THIS UNIT AS THESE COULD START A FIRE!

Popping Popcorn

First, find a stable place near an electrical outlet before starting. (Make sure your cord is
away from any water source. If needed, it is acceptable to use an extension cord).

1. Take off the top and fill with kernels up to the marked arrow line (as seen below).

The kernels should cover the surface of the top with one, singular layer.

IT IS IMPORTANT NOT TO UNDERFILL OR OVERFILL THE KERNEL CAP.
UNDERFILLING THE TOP CAN CAUSE LESS KERNELS TO POP AND MORE
HARD KERNELS TO COME OUT OF THE UNIT DURING POPPING.
OVERFILLING CAN CAUSE POPPED POPCORN TO BURN AND SMOKE
AS IT WILL OVERFILL THE POPPING CHAMBER.

2. Pour the kernels down into the circular base of the motor.

3. Place the top back in its place.

4.

Place a bowl or dish under the popcorn chute to allow popcorn to fill the bowl.

NOTE: When selecting a bowl, make sure to use one that is large enough and will fit under
the popcorn chute.

5. Plug unit into outlet.

1. Turn unit the unit ON by flipping the power button on the side of the unit. In just

minutes, you will have freshly popped popcorn to perfection!

2. When kernels have fully popped, turn the unit OFF. CAUTION THE MACHINE IS

VERY HOT! Allow machine to cool before tipping the popcorn maker forward to
remove any popcorn remaining in machine.

3. Eat popcorn as is or top with your favorite toppings such as:

 Salt and Pepper
 Seasoning Salts

 Butter or Margarine
 Caramel
 Worcestershire Sauce
 Food Coloring for fun
 Parmesan Salt …and more recipe ideas on page 4!

IMPORTANT – Always allow 15 minutes between popping cycles for the machine to
cool. This will ensure the unit does not overheat and works effectively.

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CLEANING

1. Allow unit to cool at least 15 minutes before lifting the top housing to clean the unit.

2. Use a slightly damp non-abrasive sponge or a non-abrasive towel to wipe clean. Make

sure to then dry by wiping with a non-abrasive dry towel.

3. Reassemble top housing to base of unit and store.

BREAKDOWN

A. Top Housing Unit
B. Motor Base
C. Top

Display your MINI MOVIETIME HOT AIR POPPER™ unit with pride and have a popping
good day!

RECIPES AND TIPS

SELECTING THE RIGHT POPCORN

The

MINI MOVIETIME HOT AIR POPPER™

is des igned for all regular and premium brands
of popcorn. Please note that yellow popcorn generally pops larger than white popc orn.
Organic popcorn will work, but is not highly recommended for this machine as less kernels will
pop.

Make sure to use fresh popcorn kernels, as older, dried popcorn can scorch and cause
smoking in the unit.

Here’s a tip: If your popcorn is old and dried out, you can freshen it by putting the kernels
into an air tight container and leaving some space for shaking. Put 1 teaspoon of water into
the container for each cup of popcorn. Shake twice a day for 3 days leaving the container in
the refrigerator. The kernels should be fresh again and ready to go at this time.

You can enjoy any flavor popcorn - in your own home – with the MINI MOVIETIME HOT
AIR POPPER™. Here are some sample ideas/recipes to get you started.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Never put any seasoning or oil in the popcorn popping chamber at any time. Always
season your popped popcorn after the popcorn has been popped and removed from The
MINI MOVIETIME HOT AIR POPPER™.
 Melt butter or margarine in the microwave. Pour over the popped popcorn and toss

with salt.

 Spray with your favorite flavored vegetable spray and sprinkle with herbs - garlic

powder, chili powder, basil or oregano.

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