West Bend Stir Crazy User Manual

Stir Crazy® Corn Popper

Instruction Manual

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

Heat Precautions...................................................................................................... 2

Electricity Precautions.............................................................................................. 3

Precautions For Use Around Children...................................................................... 4

Before Using The First Time ....................................................................................4

Using Your Stir Crazy® Corn Popper....................................................................... 5

Recipes ................................................................................................................. 6-7

Cleaning the Corn Popper........................................................................................ 7

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

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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 use appliance for other than intended use.

• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by West Bend®

Housewares may cause injuries.

• Do not operate when the appliance is not working properly or when it has been
damaged in any manner. For service information see warranty page.

• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.

• For household use only.

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

Heat Precautions

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs where provided. Use hot pads
or oven mitts when handling hot surfaces.

• Do not move an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

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

corn and oil before operating.

• Do not use this appliance or the cover on the stovetop, under the broiler, in the
freezer, or in the oven.

• 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.

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

Electricity Precautions

• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or other electric
parts in water or other liquids.

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

• Do not use electric parts outdoors, or place them on or near a gas or electric

burner, in a heated oven, refrigerator or freezer.

• Always attach cord to corn popper first, then plug cord into wall outlet.
After popping, unplug cord from wall outlet. Let corn popper cool before
removing cord.

• Do not leave corn popper plugged in when it is not being used.

• Always unplug appliance from outlet before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting

on or taking off parts and before cleaning.

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

• Your popcorn popper has a short cord as a safety precaution to avoid pulling,

tripping or entanglement. Position the cord so that it does not hang over the edge
of the counter, table or other flat surface area.

• While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one, make
sure the cord has the same or higher wattage as the popcorn popper (wattage is
stamped on the underside of the heating base). Position the extension cord so
that it does not hang over the edge of the counter, table or other flat surface
area.

• Use an electrical outlet that accommodates the polarized plug on the popcorn
popper. On a polarized plug, one blade of the plug is wider than the other. If the
plug does not fit fully into the outlet or extension cord, reverse the plug. If the
plug still does not fit fully, contact a qualified electrician. Do not alter the plug.

• Do not use an outlet or extension cord if the plug fits loosely or if the outlet or
extension cord feels hot.

• Keep the cord away from hot parts of the appliance and hot surfaces during
operation.

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To prevent burns or other personal injuries to children, read and follow all
instructions and warnings.

Precautions For Use Around Children

• Always supervise children.

• Do not allow children to operate or be near the popcorn popper, as the outside

surfaces are hot during use.

• Do not allow cord to hang over any edge where a child can reach it. Arrange cord
to avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Before Using The First Time

• Wash popper cover and plastic cap in hot soapy water, rinse thoroughly and dry.

• To clean stirring rod and non-stick surface of base, remove rod from base by

unscrewing center knob, turning counter clockwise. Wipe rod and non-stick
surface of popper base with a soapy cloth. Wipe with a damp cloth and dry.

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

• Your Stir Crazy® is now ready for use.

Parts of Corn Popper

lastic cap

butter
well

opper

cover

center knob

stirring
rod

non-stick

opping

surfce

heat­resistant
base

6 quart model 8 quart model

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Using your Stir Crazy® Corn Popper

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

Preparing Popcorn

There are two models of the Stir Crazy® Corn Popper, one for making up to 6-quarts
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
2 1 tablespoon ⅓ Cup 1 tablespoon
4 2 tablespoon ⅔ Cup 2 tablespoons
6 3 tablespoon 1 Cup 3 tablespoons
**8 3 tablespoon 1¼ Cups 3 tablespoons

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

1. Put proper amount of vegetable oil and corn into popper base. Do not add more

corn or oil than recommended. Spread corn evenly over popping surface. Do not
substitute butter, margarine, shortening or lard for vegetable oil as these will
burn or smoke excessively.

2. Place cover on popper base making sure handles of cover fit into handles of

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

3. Insert cord into 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 popper during
popping cycle. In 4 to 6 minutes (depending on quantity
of corn being popped) the popping cycle will be
completed. Unplug cord from wall outlet. Use a hot pad
to remove cord from popper base

4. If butter is not completely melted in butter well, use a pastry brush to push any

remaining butter through the buttering holes.

5. Snap plastic cap securely onto butter well. This cap must be on cover before

popper is inverted. Make sure handles of popper cover are placed into handles
of popper base. Grasp handles firmly and turn popper upside down, turning
popper away from you. Lift popper base away from cover, being careful of
escaping steam.

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

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

Recipes

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

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 instructions. Place in large,
buttered heatproof bowl.

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

Butter or margarine

Molasses Popcorn Balls

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 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 sugar dissolves. Increase the heat setting to medium and cook
syrup until it reaches 260°F on a candy thermometer. In the meantime, heat

wheat germ in a small skillet over low heat, stirring until warm. When syrup
reaches 260°F, stir in warm wheat germ. Pour syrup over popcorn, tossing to
coat evenly.

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

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 instructions. Place in
buttered 13x9x2 inch baking pan.

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

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

Cleaning Your Stir Crazy® Corn Popper

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

use. Always allow popper to cool before cleaning.
Cleaning Popper Cover - Wash cover and plastic cap in hot 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 Stirring Rod - Remove stirring rod from base by unscrewing center knob.
Wash rod and knob with hot soapy water using a dishcloth or sponge. Rinse
thoroughly and dry. Replace stirring rod after cleaning base, making sure it fits into
notched area around screw. Secure with center knob.

Cleaning Popper Base - Clean non-stick surface of base with a damp soapy
dishcloth, sponge or nylon-scouring pad such as Scotch Brite Cookware Scrub’n
Sponge®. Wipe surface with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive scouring
pads or powders on 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 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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Product Warranty

Appliance 1 Year Limited Warranty

West Bend® Housewares, LLC warrants this appliance from failures in the material and
workmanship for 1 year from the date of original purchase, provided the appliance is operated
and maintained in conformity with the West Bend® Housewares, LLC Instruction Manual. Any
failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at West Bend®
Housewares, LLC discretion. This warranty applies to household use only.

The West Bend® Housewares, LLC warranty does not cover any damage, including
discoloration, to any non-stick surface of the appliance. The West Bend® Housewares, LLC
warranty is null and void, as determined solely by West Bend® Housewares, LLC, if the
appliance is damaged through accident, misuse or abuse, scratching, overheating, or if the
appliance is altered in any way or if used outside of an household setting.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights, which may vary
from state to state.

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 WEST BEND®
HOUSEWARES, LLC BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, IMMEDIATE,
INCIDENTAL, FORESEEABLE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH ITS APPLIANCE.

If you think the appliance has failed or requires service within its warranty period, return it to the
original place of purchase. For further details please contact the West Bend® Housewares Customer
Service Department at [phone] or e-mail us at [e-mail]. Return shipping
fees are non-refundable. Hand-written receipts are not accepted. West Bend Housewares, LLC is not
responsible for returns lost in transit.

Valid only in USA and Canada

Replacement Parts

Replacement parts may be ordered direct from West Bend® Housewares, LLC by ordering
online at www.westbend.com: Replacement Parts. Or you may call or e-mail the service
department at the number/e-mail address listed above, or by writing to us at:

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

Be sure to include the catalog/model number of your appliance (located on the bottom/back of
the unit) and a description and quantity of the part you wish to order. Along with this include
your name, mailing address, Visa/MasterCard number, expiration date and the name as it
appears on the card. Checks can be made payable to West Bend Housewares, LLC. Call
Customer Service to obtain purchase amount. Your state’s sales tax and a shipping/processing
fee will be added to your total charge. Please allow two (2) weeks for delivery.

This manual contains important and helpful information regarding the safe use and care of your new West
Bend® Housewares, LLC 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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