West Bend PC17589, PC17583 Owner's Manual

STIR CRAZY® CORN POPPER

Instruction Manual

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Important Safeguards............................................................................................... 2

Operating Precautions.............................................................................................. 3

Before Using For The First Time .............................................................................. 3

Using Your Stir Crazy

Cleaning Your Stir Crazy® Corn Popper................................................................... 6

Recipes .................................................................................................................... 6

Warranty................................................................................................................... 8

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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Corn Popper........................................................................ 4

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions
and warnings.

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

• Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use

instructions in this manual.

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or other electric

parts in water or other liquids.

• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.

• Always unplug the appliance from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.

Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the

appliance malfunctions or if the appliance is dropped or damaged in any
manner. If you experience any problems with your appliance, unplug it
immediately from the electrical outlet. For service information see warranty
page.

• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics may

cause injuries.

• Do not use this appliance outdoors.

• Do not let cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electrical burner, or in a heated oven.

• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or

other hot liquids.

• Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To

disconnect, turn any control to “OFF”, then remove plug from wall outlet.

• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To

reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug
in any way.

• Never leave appliance unattended when it is plugged into an outlet.

• This popcorn popper will not shut off automatically. To avoid overheating, add

corn and oil before operating.

• Extreme caution must be used when unloading popcorn. Always turn the unit

away from you and over a countertop so that residual hot oil or water running
out will not cause burns.

• For household use only.

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To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions
and warnings.

OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.

• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming

entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

• Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and

may be used if care is exercised in their use. While use of an extension cord is
not recommended, if you must use one, the marked electrical rating of the
detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as
the electrical rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounded type,
the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The cord should be
arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be
pulled by children or tripped over.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THE FIRST TIME

1. Wash the popper cover and plastic cap in warm, soapy water, rinse thoroughly
and dry.

2. To clean the stirring rod and non-stick surface of base, remove the rod from the
base by turning the center knob counter clockwise. Wipe the rod and non-stick
surface of the popper base with a soapy cloth. Wipe with a damp cloth and dry.

3. Replace the stirring rod, making sure that the rod fits into the notched area
around the screw. Secure with the center knob.

4. Your Stir Crazy® is now ready for use.

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USING YOUR STIR CRAZY

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CORN POPPER

Plastic Cap

Butter
Well

Popper
Cover

Stirring
Rod

Heat­Resistant
Base

Place the popper base on a flat, dry surface. The heat-resistant base allows for
safe table use.

There are two models of the Stir Crazy
and the second for making up to 8-quarts of popcorn. Listed below are the proper
amounts of oil, corn and butter (or margarine) to use for making various amounts of
popcorn. Do not attempt to make 8 quarts of popcorn in the 6-quart model.

Quarts of Popcorn Amount of Oil Amount of Corn Amount of Butter

Parts of Corn Poppe

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uart Model 8 Quart Model

Preparing Popcorn

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Corn Popper, one for making up to 6-quarts

Center Knob

Non-Stick
Popping
Surface

2 1 Tablespoon ⅓ Cup 1 Tablespoon

4 2 Tablespoons ⅔ Cup 2 Tablespoons

6 3 Tablespoons 1 Cup 3 Tablespoons

**8 3 Tablespoons 1¼ Cups 3 Tablespoons

*If using a gourmet or premium grade of corn, use less than the amount of corn
specified above. To yield 2 quarts of popcorn, use ¼ cup corn; for 4 quarts of
popcorn, use ½ cup; for 6 quarts of popcorn, use ¾ cup; for 8 quarts of popcorn, use
1 cup. Use the same amounts of oil and butter specified above. **For 8-quart model
only.

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1. Put the proper amount of vegetable oil and corn into the popper base. Do not
add more corn or oil than recommended. Spread the corn evenly over the
popping surface. Do not substitute butter, margarine, shortening, or lard for
vegetable oil as these will burn or smoke excessively.

2. Place the cover on the popper base making sure the handles of the cover fit into
the handles of the popper base. If buttered corn is desired, divide the
recommended amount of refrigerated butter into 6 equal-sized pats and place in
a single layer over the butter holes in the butter well. (If unrefrigerated butter is
used, add to the butter well after the first kernel of corn pops.) The popcorn will
be buttered as it pops. Do not place the plastic cap on the cover until after the
corn is popped. If unbuttered corn is desired, do not add butter to the butter well
and do not place the cap on the cover until after the corn is popped.

3. Insert the cord into the popper base. Plug cord into a
120 volt AC outlet only. The stirring rod will rotate as
long as the corn popper is plugged in. Do not shake the
popper during the popping cycle. In 4 to 6 minutes
(depending on quantity of corn being popped) the
popping cycle will be completed. Unplug the cord from
the wall outlet. Use a hot pad to remove the cord from
the popper base.

4. If the butter is not completely melted in the butter well, use a pastry brush to
push any remaining butter through the buttering holes.

5. Snap the plastic cap securely onto the cover. This cap must be on the cover
before the popper is inverted. Make sure the handles of the popper cover are
placed into the handles of the popper base. Grasp the handles firmly and turn
the popper upside down, turning the popper away from you. Lift the popper
base away from the cover, being careful of escaping steam.

6. The popcorn is now ready for serving. Sprinkle popcorn with salt if desired.

Popping Additional Batches of Popcorn - If you plan to pop more corn
immediately, transfer the popcorn from the serving cover to another serving bowl.
Follow steps 1 through 6 above.

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CLEANING YOUR STIR CRAZY

Clean The Popper After Every Use - Your corn popper should be cleaned after

each use. Always allow popper to cool before cleaning.
Cleaning The Popper Cover - Wash the cover and plastic cap in warm, soapy

water with a dishcloth or sponge. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Do not use scouring
pad or abrasive powder on cover as these could cause scratching.

Cleaning The Stirring Rod - Remove the stirring rod from the base by unscrewing
the center knob. Wash the rod and center knob with warm, soapy water using a
dishcloth or sponge. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Replace the stirring rod after
cleaning the base, making sure it fits into the notched area around the screw.
Secure with the center knob.

Cleaning The Popper Base - Clean the non-stick surface of the base with a damp,
soapy dishcloth, sponge or nylon-scouring pad such as Scotch Brite Cookware
Scrub’n Sponge
scouring pads or powders on the non-stick finish as scratching may occur. After
consistent use, the non-stick finish may discolor. To remove discoloration, use a soft
cloth saturated with lemon juice or vinegar and rub over the finish. Then wipe the
finish with a damp cloth and dry.

DO NOT PLACE POPPER COVER, PLASTIC CAP, STIRRING ROD, BASE, OR
CORD IN AN AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER.

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. Wipe the surface with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive

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CORN POPPER

RECIPES

Try some of our favorite recipes using the Stir Crazy® Corn Popper that we have
included on the following pages to get you started.

Sugar ‘N Spice Treat

4 Qts. Plain popcorn
⅓ Cup Butter or margarine
¼ Cup Sugar

1 Tsp Cinnamon
¼ Tsp Salt

1. Prepare 4 quarts of unbuttered popcorn according to the instructions. Place in a
buttered 13x9x2 inch baking pan.

2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in sugar, cinnamon, and
salt. Mix well until the sugar dissolves. Pour over the popcorn, tossing to coat
evenly.

3. Bake in a preheated 300°F (149°C) oven for 10-minutes. Cool slightly before
serving.

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Stir Crazy® Crunch

2 Qts Plain popcorn
¾ Cup Sugar
¾ Cup Packed brown sugar
½ Cup Light corn syrup
½ Cup Water

1 Tsp White vinegar
½ Cup
¼ Tsp Salt

1 Cup Dry roasted peanuts

1. Prepare 4 quarts of unbuttered popcorn according to the instructions. Place in a
large, buttered, heatproof bowl.

2. In a 2-quart saucepan, combine sugars, syrup, water, vinegar, butter and salt.
Cook over low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Increase the heat setting
to medium and cook syrup to 290°F (143°C) on a candy thermometer, stirring
frequently. Remove from heat and add peanuts. Pour over the popcorn, tossing
the corn to coat well. Spread mixture into a buttered 13x9x2 inch baking pan.
When cool, break into pieces.

4 Qts Plain popcorn
1 Cup Molasses
1 Cup Sugar

½ Tsp Salt

1 Cup Wheat germ

1. Prepare 4 quarts of unbuttered popcorn according to the instructions. Place in a
large, buttered, heatproof bowl.

2. In a 2-quart saucepan, combine molasses, sugar and salt. Cook over low heat,
stirring until the sugar dissolves. Increase the heat setting to medium and cook
the syrup until it reaches 260°F (127°C) on a candy thermometer. In the
meantime, heat the wheat germ in a small skillet over low heat, stirring until
warm. When the syrup reaches 260°F (127°C), stir in the warm wheat germ.
Pour the syrup over the popcorn, tossing to coat evenly.

3. With buttered hands, shape the mixture into 14 to 16 orange-size balls. Allow
the balls to cool for 1 hour.

Butter or margarine

Molasses Popcorn Balls

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PRODUCT WARRANTY

Appliance 1 Year Limited Warranty

Focus Electrics, LLC (“Focus Electrics”) warrants this appliance from failures in the material
and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase with proof of purchase,
provided the appliance is operated and maintained in conformity with the provided Instruction
Manual. Any failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at Focus
Electrics’ discretion. This warranty applies to indoor household use only.

This warranty does not cover any damage, including discoloration, to any non-stick surface of
the appliance. This warranty is null and void, as determined solely by Focus Electrics if the
appliance is damaged through accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, scratching, or if the
appliance is altered in any way.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, PERFORMANCE, OR
OTHERWISE, WHICH ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL FOCUS
ELECTRICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, FORSEEABLE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

If you think the appliance has failed or requires service within its warranty period, please
contact the Focus Electrics Customer Service Department at [phone], or e-mail us at
[e-mail]
warranty claims, hand written receipts are not accepted. You may also be required to return
the appliance for inspection and evaluation. Return shipping costs are not refundable. Focus
Electrics is not responsible for returns lost in transit.

. A receipt proving the original purchase date will be required for all

Valid only in USA and Canada

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts, if available, may be ordered directly from Focus Electrics, LLC several
ways. Order online at www.focuselectrics.com
phone by calling [phone], or by writing to:

Focus Electrics, LLC
Attn: Customer Service
P. O. Box 2780
West Bend, WI 53095

To order with a check or money order, please first contact Customer Service for an order total.
Mail your payment along with a letter stating the model or catalog number of your appliance,
which can be found on the bottom or back of the unit, a description of the part or parts you are
ordering, and the quantity you would like. Your check should be made payable to Focus
Electrics, LLC.

Your state/province’s sales tax and a shipping fee will be added to your total charge. Please
allow two weeks for processing and delivery.

This manual contains important and helpful information regarding the safe use and care of your
new Focus Electrics product. For future reference, attach dated sales receipt for warranty proof
of purchase and record the following information:

Date purchased or received as gift: _______________________________________________

Where purchased and price, if known: _____________________________________________

Item number and Date Code (shown bottom/back of product):___________________________

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