Star G8-AT Operators Manual

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POPCORN

POPPERS

MODELS

G8, G12, G14, G18

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Installation and

Operation

Instructions

2M-Y8351 Rev. P 2/29/2013

G8

SAFETY SYMBOL

These symbols are intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance instructions in the manual
accompanying the appliance.

RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

NOTICE

Using any part other than genuine Star factory supplied parts relieves the
manufacturer of all liability.

Star reserves the right to change specications and product design without

notice. Such revisions do not entitle the buyer to corresponding changes,
improvements, additions or replacements for previously purchased
equipment.

Due to periodic changes in designs, methods, procedures, policies and

regulations, the specications contained in this sheet are subject to change
without notice. While Star International Holdings Inc., Company exercises
good faith efforts to provide information that is accurate, we are not

responsible for errors or omissions in information provided or conclusions

reached as a result of using the specications. By using the information
provided, the user assumes all risks in connection with such use.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

Contact your local authorized service agent for service or required maintenance.
Please record the model number, serial number, voltage and purchase date in the area below and have it ready when

you call to ensure a faster service.

Authorized Service Agent Listing

Model No.

Serial No.

Voltage

Purchase Date

Reference the listing provided with the unit

or

for an updated listing go to:

Website: www.star-mfg.com
E-mail [e-mail]

Service Help Desk

Business 8:00 am to 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time
Hours:

Telephone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail [e-mail]

[e-mail]

[e-mail]

Website: www.star-mfg.com

Mailing Address: Star International Holdings Inc., Company

10 Sunnen Drive
St. Louis, MO 63143
U.S.A

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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

A

C

Star Manufacturing International Popcorn Machines
Galaxy Models: G8, G12, G14, and G18

B

Model Capacity Voltage Hz Watts Amps

G8

G12

8oz

(230g)

12oz

(340g)

G14

G18

2M-Y8351; Galaxy Popcorn Poppers

14oz

(400g)

18oz

(510g)

120V 60 1736 14.4

230V 50 1596 6.93

120V 60 2136 17.8

240V 50/60 2136 8.9

230V 50 1962 8.53

120V 60 2416 20.13

240V 50/60 2416 10

230V 50 2219 9.65

240V 50/60 2816 11.73

230V 50 2587 11.25

SPECIFICATIONS

21.125” (53.6

24.125” (61.28

Size

Depth Width Higth

21.125” (53.6

cm)

cm)

cm)

35.5” (90.17
cm)

28.125” (71.44
cm)

IL2616

Weight

87 lbs

(39.5k)

107 lbs
(48.6k)

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CAUTION

CAUTION

GENERAL INSTALLATION DATA

This equipment is designed and sold for commercial use only by personnel trained and experienced
in its operation and is not sold for consumer use in and around the home nor for use directly by the
general public in food service locations.

Before using your new equipment, read and understand all the instructions & labels associated with
the unit prior to putting it into operation. Make sure all people associated with its use understand the
units operation & safety before they use the unit.

All shipping containers should be checked for freight damage both visible and concealed. This
unit has been tested and carefully packaged to insure delivery of your unit in perfect condition. If
equipment is received in damaged condition, either apparent or concealed, a claim must be made
with the delivering carrier.

Concealed damage or loss - if damage or loss is not apparent until after equipment is unpacked, a
request for inspection of concealed damage must be made with carrier within 15 days. Be certain to
retain all contents plus external and internal packaging materials for inspection. The carrier will make
an inspection and will supply necessary claim forms.

INSTALLATION

Each machine has been properly wired and inspected at the factory for operation on the voltage and

type of current specied on the nameplate.

DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY OTHER TYPE OF CURRENT OR THE MACHINE WILL
BE SERIOUSLY DAMAGED.

A receptacle is furnished with the G12 120 volt and G14 120 volt popcorn machines.
We strongly recommend installation by a licensed electrician. The guarantee of this machine as
covered by the warranty does not apply if an improper installation has been made.

120 VOLT MACHINES

Machines with a nameplate stamped 120V, are equipped for operation on 120 volt 60 hertz AC single
phase service and must be connected to a separate 20 amp circuit with a 3 wire grounded, polarized
receptacle. NOTE: The G14 120V machine uses a 30 amp circuit.

240/230 VOLT MACHINES

Machines with a nameplate stamped 240V, are equipped for operation on 240 volt 50/60 hertz AC
single phase service. Machines with a nameplate stamped 230V, are equipped for operation on 230
volt 50 hertz AC single phase service. All must be connected to a separate 15 amp circuit with a 3
wire grounded, polarized receptacle.

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GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The motor air exhaust holes located on top of the machine must be clear of any obstructions.

DO NOT COVER THESE AIR VENT HOLES AS SERIOUS DAMAGE WILL RESULT.

CAUTION

Make sure the corn drawer is in place on the machine before starting the popping
cycle.

1. Turn on both switches.

2. For the rst batch allow kettle to preheat for 5-7 minutes. No preheat is required after rst batch

is popped.

3. Add popping oil to kettle. Immediately add popcorn and seasoning salt and close kettle lid. For
best results, ratio is 1 part of oil to 4 parts of corn. Use measuring cups provided or proportioned
corn/oil packages. Contact your local Dealer for pre-portioned packages.

4. Immediately empty kettle when popping stops.

5. Repeat step 3 immediately or turn kettle off.

IMPORTANT

Turn kettle heat switch off when not popping!

Never pop corn without oil!

SWITCHES

The corn freshener and heat lamp switch controls the
bottom heating element and the top heat lamp. The
kettle heat switch controls the kettle heating element
& the corn agitator. This motor should be kept running
when there is corn in the kettle to prevent scorching or
burning.

All of the above switches are in the ON

position when they are lighted.

IL1031A

KETTLE

The kettle heating element is thermostatically controlled.
Thermostat adjustment should not be necessary since it has
been preset at the factory for the correct popping temperature.

Dump the kettle by turning the kettle handle counterclockwise
90° to release its latch and hold the handle in this position
while tipping the kettle and handle down (see Figure 1).

Do not leave the kettle heat & corn agitator switch "ON"

2M-Y8351; Galaxy Popcorn Poppers

CAUTION

(1) when the machine is not in use.

Do not immerse the kettle in water or allow water to come in contact with the heating
element.

Popping corn without oil in the kettle (a dry kettle) is not recommended.

Do not connect the machine to direct current (DC) since it is designed to operate on alternating
current (AC) only.

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CAUTION

KETTLE MAINTENANCE - CLEANING

After each popping period, wipe the inside and outside of the kettle
while it is warm (not hot) with a clean cloth. This is important to
keep salt and seasoning from forming a carbonized material which

not only lowers popping efciency but can cause excessive smoking

or damage the kettle.

Clean the inside and outside kettle shell including the covers and all
attached parts with warm water and mild soap or detergent solution
(see Figure 2).

DO NOT IMMERSE THE KETTLE IN WATER OR ALLOW WATER TO ENTER
THE KETTLE SHELL SINCE THIS WILL DAMAGE ELECTRICAL PARTS
INSIDE THE ASSEMBLY.

To remove the kettle:

Turn off all switches and allow the kettle to cool. Use heat insulating gloves to remove a hot kettle.
Disconnect the twist lock plug at the end of the kettle conduit from its receptacle. Turn the kettle
handle counterclockwise 90° to release its latch. Hold the handle in this position while tipping the
kettle and handle down and pushing up on the bottom of the kettle to remove it from the hooks
(see Figure 1).

To replace heat lamp:

Turn off all switches and allow kettle to cool to touch.
Remove the (1) screw holding the lamp shield and pull down
on lamp shield to remove it from the top liner. Replace the
heat lamp with the same type and wattage lamp. Do not
install a lamp higher in wattage than indicated on the label
located near the lamp socket (see Figure 3).

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

Contact the factory, a service representative, or a local service
company for service or required maintenance.

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2M-4497-2 6/1312

The foregoing warranty is in lieu of any and all other warranties expressed or implied and constitutes the entire warranty.

FOR ASSISTANCE

Should you need any assistance regarding the Operation or Maintenance of any Star equipment; write, phone, fax or email our Service Department.

In all correspondence mention the Model number and the Serial number of your unit, and the voltage or type of gas you are using.

ALL:
* Pop-Up Toasters
* Butter Dispensers
* Pretzel Merchandisers

(Model 16PD-A Only)

* Pastry Display Cabinets
* Nacho Chip Merchandisers
* Accessories of any kind
* Sneeze Guards
* Pizza Ovens

(Model PO12 Only)

* Heat Lamps
* Pumps-Manual

Visit our Website at: www.star-mfg.com Email: [e-mail]

THOROUGHLY INSPECT YOUR UNIT ON ARRIVAL

This unit has been tested for proper operation before leaving our plant to insure delivery of your unit in perfect condition. However, there are instances in which
the unit may be damaged in transit. In the event you discover any type of damage to your product upon receipt, you must immediately contact the transportation
company who delivered the item to you and initiate your claim with same. If this procedure is not followed, it may affect the warranty status of the unit.

LIMITED EQUIPMENT WARRANTY

All workmanship and material in Star products have a one (1) year limited warranty on parts & labor in the United States and Canada. Such warranty is limited
to the original purchaser only and shall be effective from the date the equipment is placed in service. Star's obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair
of defects without charge, by the factory authorized service agency or one of its sub-agencies. Models that are considered portable (see below) should be taken
to the closest Star service agency, transportation prepaid.

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Star will not assume any responsibility for loss of revenue.

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On all shipments outside the United States and Canada, see International Warranty.

*

The warranty period for the Ultra-Max, Hot Plates, Griddles, Charbroilers is (3) years parts & labor.

*

The warranty period for the Star-Max, Charbroilers, Griddles, Hot Plates, Fryers & Finishing Oven is (2) years parts & labor.

*

The warranty period for the JetStar six (6) ounce & Super JetStar eight (8) ounce series popcorn machines is two (2) years.

*

The warranty period for the Chrome-Max Griddles is ve (5) years on the griddle surface. See detailed warranty provided with unit.

*

The warranty period for Teon/Dura-Tec coatings is one year under normal use and reasonable care. This warranty does not apply if damage occurs to

Teon/Dura-Tec coatings from improper cleaning, maintenance, use of metallic utensils, or abrasive cleaners, abrasive pads, product identiers and

point-of-sale attachments, or any other non-food object tha comes in continuous contact with the roller coating. This warranty does not apply to the
“non-stick” properties of such materials.

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This warranty does not apply to "Special Products" but to regular catalog items only. Star's warranty on "Special Products" is six (6) months on parts

and ninety (90) days on labor.

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This warranty does not apply to any item that is disassembled or tampered with for any purpose other than repair by a Star Authorized Service Center or

the Service Center's sub-agency.

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This warranty does not apply if damage occurs from improper installation, misuse, wrong voltage, wrong gas or operated contrary to the Installation and

Operating instructions.

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This warranty is not valid on Conveyor Ovens unless a "start-up/check-out" has been performed by a Factory Authorized Technician.

PARTS WARRANTY

Parts that are sold to repair out of warranty equipment are warranted for ninety (90) days. The part only is warranted, the labor to replace the part is NOT warranted.

SERVICES NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY

PORTABLE EQUIPMENT

Star will not honor service bills that include travel time and mileage charges for servicing any products considered "Portable" including items listed below.
These products should be taken to the Service Agency for repair:

1. Travel time and mileage rendered beyond the 50 mile radius limit

2. Mileage and travel time on portable equipment (see below)

3. Labor to replace such items that can be replaced easily during a daily cleaning
routine, ie; removable kettles on fryers, knobs, grease drawers on griddles, etc.

4. Installation of equipment

5. Damages due to improper installation

6. Damages from abuse or misuse

7. Operated contrary to the Operating and Installation Instructions

8. Cleaning of equipment

9. Seasoning of griddle plates

10. Voltage conversions

11. Gas conversions

12. Pilot light adjustment

13. Miscellaneous adjustments

14. Thermostat calibration and by-pass adjustment

15. Resetting of circuit breakers or safety controls or reset buttons

16. Replacement of bulbs

17. Replacement of fuses

18. Repair of damage created during transit, delivery, &
installation OR created by acts of God

* The Model 510FD, 510FF Fryer.
* The Model 526TOA Toaster Oven.
* The Model J4R, 4 oz. Popcorn Machine.
* The Model 518CMA & 526CMA Cheese Melter.
* The

Model 12MC & 15MC & 18MCP Hot Food Merchandisers.

* The Model 12NCPW & 15NCPW Nacho Chip/Popcorn Warmer.
* All Hot Dog Equipment except Roller Grills & Drawer Bun Warmers.
* All Nacho Cheese Warmers except Model 11WLA Series Nacho Cheese Warmer.
* All Condiment Dispensers except the Model HPD & SPD Series Dispenser.
* All Specialty Food Warmers except Model 130R, 11RW Series, and 11WSA Series.
* All QCS/RCS Series Toasters except Model QCS3 & RCS3 Series.
* All Fast Steamer Models except Direct Connect Series.

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MODEL:

G8 AND G12

THIS DRAWING CONTAINS INFORMATION CONFIDENTIAL TO STAR MFG. INT'L. INC.
NO REPRODUCTION OR DISCLOSURE OF ITS CONTENTS IS PERMITTED.

STAR MANUFACTURING INTERNATIONAL INC.

SK1142 Rev F

2/08/2007

1

3

4

5

7

8

9

2

LOWER

HEATER

HEAT
LAMP

AGITATOR

MOTOR

FLEXIBLE

CONDUIT

RECEPTACLE

PLUG

CORD SET

FRAME
GROUND

WHITE

TERMINAL

BLOCK

BLACK

10

(BROWN)

(BLUE)

12

WHITE

BLACK

BLACK

WHITE

BLACK

THERMOSTAT

THERMOSTAT

NOTE:

USE THIS DIAGRAM FOR WIRING OF MODEL G12 KETTLE ONLY

KETTLE WIRING OF

MODEL G8

ALL OTHER WIRING IS THE SAME AS SHOWN FOR MODELS G8

13

SWITCH

BLACK

BLACK

7

WHITE

WHITE

BLACK

WHITE

BLACK

BLACK

WHITE

KETTLE

SWITCH

LAMP

NOTE:
SWITCHES ARE VIEWED FROM TERMINAL SIDE AS MOUNTED ON THE MACHINE

SWITCH LIGHT TO FUNTION PROPERLY

WIRES #1 AND #2 MUST BE CONNECTED TO SWITCH TERMINALS AS SHOWN FOR

KETTLE

HEATER

HEATER

KETTLE

RECEPTACLE

PLUG

FLEXIBLE
CONDUIT

3

BLACK

WHITE

4

11

HIGH LIMIT
THERMOSTAT

17

KETTLE
HEATER

HIGH LIMIT

11

12

THERMOSTAT

17

6

18

19

18

THERMOSTAT

BLACK

THERMOSTAT

THERMOSTAT

NOTE:

15

RECEPTACLE

PLUG

FLEXIBLE
CONDUIT

23

KETTLE

HEATER

19

BLACK

24

KETTLE

HEATER

WHITE

BLACK

10

16

22

HIGH LIMIT
THERMOSTAT
2 PLC

23

SWITCHES ARE VIEWED FROM TERMINAL SIDE AS MOUNTED ON MACHINE
WIRES #13 AND #14 MUST BE CONNECTED TO TERMINALS AS SHOWN
FOR SWITCH LIGHT TO FUNCTION PROPERLY

BLACK

WHITE

5

3

BLACK

WHITE

4

BLACK

CONTACTOR

BLACK

AGITATOR
MOTOR

6

13

WHITE

WHITE

2

LOWER

12

WHITE

BLACK

HEATER

BLACK

TERMINAL

1

10

BLACK

BLACK

14

BLOCK

HEAT
LAMP

17

WHITE

7

8

9

11

BLACK

(BLUE)
WHITE

BLACK

(BROWN)

KETTLE

SWITCH

LAMP

SWITCH

WHITE

FRAME GROUND

BLACK

CORD SET

WHITE

BLACK

2M-Y8351; Galaxy Popcorn Poppers

MODEL:

THIS DRAWING CONTAINS INFORMATION CONFIDENTIAL TO STAR MFG. INT'L. INC.
NO REPRODUCTION OR DISCLOSURE OF ITS CONTENTS IS PERMITTED.

G14 AND G18

STAR MANUFACTURING INTERNATIONAL INC.

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SK1152 Rev E

1/26/2007