16 oz. Pop & Self-Serve
Model No. 1617E
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Controls and Their Functions
LIGHTS SWITCH
Two position, ON/OFF lighted rocker switch - supplies power to the popcorn sign and
interior cabinet lights. The green switch light ON indicates there is power to the lights.
KETTLE HEAT SWITCH
Two position, ON/OFF lighted rocker switch - supplies power to the heating elements in the
popping kettle by sending power to the “Big Eye” Electronic Temperature Control System.
KETTLE MOTOR SWITCH
Two position, ON/OFF lighted rocker switch - supplies power to the kettle agitator motor
and exhaust blower. The Kettle Motor Switch MUST be ON at all times when there is
popcorn (popped or un-popped) in the kettle. The green switch light ON indicates there is
power to the agitator motor and exhaust blower.
WARMER SWITCH
Two position, ON/OFF lighted rocker switch - supplies power to the crisper/blower in the
corn staging area, keeps popcorn fresh and crisp.
LOAD DUMP INDICATOR LIGHT & AUDIBLE SIGNAL
During normal operation, the yellow Load Dump Indicator light and audible sound (if
engaged), are used to signal Load Dump. If the yellow indicator light is ON, and the buzzer
is sounding,
one
of the following actions should be taken:
•
Load the corn and oil
or
•
Dump the popped corn from the kettle
or
•
Turn the Kettle Heat Switch OFF if you are finished popping corn.
OIL SYSTEM MASTER SWITCH
Two position, ON/OFF lighted rocker switch - supplies power to the oil pump (either the
Bag-in-a-Box or Bucket Pump model). Reference the Instruction Manual for the oil
dispense unit.
Bag-in-a-Box Model
: Oil System Master Switch ON, provides power to the oil dispense
unit, activates the cabinet warmer/blower, and the heated line kit (if equipped).
Note:
Coconut oil will congeal at temperatures below approximately 76°F (24°C). For
machines used daily, leave the Oil System Master Switch on at all times and keep
the cabinet doors closed to prevent the oil from becoming solid. If the machine has
not been used for several days, turn the Oil System Master Switch ON the night
before it is expected to be used.
Bucket Pump Model
: Oil System Master Switch ON, activates the small heating element
on the bucket pump to keep the coconut oil liquid.
