Presto Powerpop 4830 User's Manual
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1. Pour syrup mixture over popped corn and stir to distribute Place on waxed paper and cool Create Your Own Flavored Popcorn To create your own flavored popcorn choose and combine ingredients from the following lists Pick foods having compatible flavors The amounts given are approximate Use your imagination and enjoy Start with 1 tablespoon to cup Yellow popcorn White popcorn Add up to 2 tablespoons of Cooking oil Flavored solid shortening Flavored oil Lard Solid shortening Butter Margarine Note When cooked at high temperatures like those in the microwave popper butter and margarine both tend to brown imparting a different but delicious flavor Or a combination of the above Prior to popping sprinkle with up to 1 teaspoon of Buttery Flavored Salt Mexican Seasoning Celery Salt Onion Salt Garlic Salt Onion Powder Garlic Powder Popcorn Salt Hickory Flavored Salt Salt Italian Seasoning Seasoned Salt Jalapefio Salt After popping corn sprinkle on Cheese Powder Onion and Garlic Seasoning Chili Powder Powdered Sugar Cinnamon Sugar Substitute Grated Parmesan Cheese Taco Flavoring Note Flavors are enhanced as the popcorn cools Store flavored corn in an airtight container to further enhance flavor Consumer Service Information If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Presto appliance or need parts for your appliance contact us by any of these methods e Call 1 800 8772. 0441 weekdays 8 00 AM to 4 30 PM Central Time e Email us at our website www GoPresto com e Write NATIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES INC Consumer Service Department 3925 North Hastings Way Eau Claire WI 54703 3703 When contacting the consumer service department please indicate the model number and the series code for the popper These numbers can be found on the bottom of the PowerBase concentrator Please record this information Model Number Series Code Date Purchased Inquiries will be answered promptly by telephone email or letter When emailing or writing please include a phone number and a time when you can be reached during weekdays if possible Any maintenance required for this product other than normal household care and cleaning should be performed by our Fac tory Service Department Be sure to indicate date of purchase and a description of problem when sending an appliance for repair Send appliances for repair to CANTON SALES AND STORAGE CO Presto Factory Service Department 555 Matthews Drive Canton MS 39046 0529 The Presto Factory Service Department is equipped to service all PRESTO appliances and supply genuine PRESTO parts Genuine PRESTO replacement parts are manufactured to the same exacting quality standards as PRESTO appliances and are engineered specifically to function properly with its appliances Presto can only guarantee the quality and performance of genuine PRESTOP parts Look alikes
3. looks dark and discolored Should I continue to use it Yes The concentrator does discolor after use and will become more discolored the more you use it The discoloration is normal and does not affect popping What can I do to maximize the number of uses I get out of each PowerCup concentrator when popping with oil After each use wipe concentrator with a damp cloth to remove salt and oil residue Do not soak concentrator in water or use abrasives to clean it Always remove concentrator from popping bowl before coating popcorn with toppings such as caramel sauce There is oil residue salt and other seasonings on the concentrator after I make salted or flavored popcorn May I wash the concentrator As water tends to cause the layers of the PowerCup concentrator to separate washing is not recommended Between batches oil and salt residue can be easily removed by wiping the concentrator with a damp cloth Prior to storage for later uses or after making flavored popcorn you may feel a more complete cleaning is needed You may rinse the concentrator under warm water and gently wipe away any food residue Do not scrub or use abrasives To remove excess moisture from the concentrator pat dry with a towel prior to storing in your popper Note Do not attempt to dry the concentrator in the microwave Drying in the microwave will damage both the concen trator and popper 7 How will I know when my PowerCup concentrator needs to be re
4. might not be of the same quality or function in the same manner To ensure that you are buying genuine PRESTO replacement parts look for the PRESTO trademark PRESTO Limited Warranty This quality PRESTO appliance is designed and built to provide many years of satisfactory performance under normal household use Presto pledges to the original owner that should there be any defects in material or workmanship during the first year after purchase we will repair or replace it at our option Our pledge does not apply to damage caused by shipping To obtain service under the warranty return this PRESTO appliance shipping prepaid to the Factory Service Department When returning a product please include a description of the defect and indicate the date the appliance was purchased We want you to obtain maximum enjoyment from using this PRESTO appliance and ask that you read and follow the instructions enclosed Failure to follow instruc tions damage caused by improper replacement parts abuse or misuse will void this pledge This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This is Presto s personal pledge to you and is being made in place of all other express warranties NATIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES INC Eau Claire WI 54703 3703 Form 59 869M
5. popping bowl Add popcorn and sprinkle with salt Cover popper and place in cen ter of microwave oven Set timer for 5 minutes see page 3 step 4 Cook on high power until rapid popping slows to 2 to 3 seconds between pops Carefully remove popper from oven and cover from popper Onion and Garlic Popcorn 1 tablespoons cooking oil 1 teaspoon onion salt 4 cup popcorn 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic salt Pour oil on PowerCup concentrator in popping bowl Add popcorn and sprinkle with seasonings Cover popper and place in center of microwave oven Set timer for 5 minutes see page 3 step 4 Cook on high power until rapid popping slows to 2 to 3 seconds between pops Carefully remove popper from oven and cover from popper Caramel Corn amp cup popcorn 2 tablespoons ceecee 1 teaspoon corn syrup 4 cup brown sugar 4 teaspoon salt 4 cup butter 4 teaspoon baking soda Place popcorn on PowerCup concentrator in popping bowl Cover popper and place in center of microwave oven Set timer for 5 minutes see page 3 step 4 Cook on high power until rapid popping slows to 2 to 3 seconds between pops Carefully remove popper from oven and cover from popper Pour popped corn into a large bowl and set aside Combine remaining ingredients except baking soda in a 2 quart microwavable bowl Microwave 2 to 3 minutes stirring every minute until it boils Microwave minute more Stir in baking soda
6. PRESTO Power Poy microwave multi popper Your Presto PowerPop microwave multi popper is designed to make popcorn just the way you like it with oil without oil and even butter flavored See page 3 step 3 for easy preparation instructions Visit us on the web at www GoPresto com INSTRUCTIONS E The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage when using this appliance basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following Read all instructions Do not leave unit unattended while in use Do not place in microwave oven unless covered Use caution when touching hot surfaces Unit and PowerCup concentrator become hot during popping Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Do not operate in the event the appliance malfunctions or is damaged in any manner Return the popper to the Presto Factory Service Department for examination repair or adjustment see page 7 The use of attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may damage the unit or cause injuries Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven Do not use appliance for other than intended use SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This product is for household use only Getting Acquainted Before using your Presto PowerPop mu
7. al about the PowerPop microwave popper please call the Presto Consumer Service Department at 1 800 877 0441 If there is a problem relating to the function of your microwave oven please call an authorized service center identified by the microwave oven manufacturer Before using your Presto PowerPop multi popper study the diagram below to become familiar with the various parts of the unit and read the instructions carefully Before initial use and after each subsequent use remove the popping bowl from the PowerBase concentrator by rotating the bowl either clockwise or counterclockwise until the locking tabs on the bowl are no longer aligned with the locking tabs T al on the base Lift the popping bowl off the base and wash the bowl and cover in warm sudsy water rinse and dry thoroughly or wash in the dishwasher Do not immerse the Replaceable PowerCup Concentrator See through Popping and Serving Bowl PowerBase concentrator in water Wipe Cover Handle the PowerBase concentrator with a damp cloth to clean Carrying Handle Replaceable PowerCup Concentrators Locking Tabs The Presto PowerPop microwave multi popper is the first microwave popper that really works Its secret is the combination XS of the permanent PowerBase concentrator with the replaceable PowerCup concentra tor Apart neither pops corn well together however they pop corn superbly Although the PowerCup conc
8. corn pops into larger kernels and with more consistency than older dried out corn You can vary the amount of popcorn popped Since the popping bowl has a 3 quart capacity you can pop as much as A cup of premium yellow popcorn For other types of corn that produce smaller kernels a heaping 4 cup is recommended If you want just a little popcorn you can pop as little as a tablespoon of corn When popping small amounts make sure you monitor popping closely as popping will be completed faster than normal Because of its fine texture popcorn salt works best It is available at most grocery stores Table salt works well too however You can use any kind of cooking oil corn vegetable peanut olive canola sesame etc or any kind of solid shortening or lard in the popper No more than 2 tablespoons should be used for any batch of popcorn Feel free to mix oils or shorten ings Butter and margarine may be used When cooked at high temperatures like those in the microwave popper butter and margarine both tend to brown imparting a different but delicious flavor You can preseason your corn by adding salt and other fine powdered seasonings to the oil prior to popping Avoid the use however of cheese powders or powders made with granulated sugar or chocolate as they tend to burn They may be added to corn after popping See recipes on pages 5 and 6 If you want oil flavored popcorn but don t want the added fat or cal
9. entrator is a disposable part it is designed for multiple uses The number of uses will vary from microwave to microwave with up to 12 batches when using the popper with oil and up to 24 batches when using the popper without oil You will know it is time to replace the concentrator when either you are getting more unpopped kernels than usual or if the top layer of the concentrator is cracked or torn For more information on the use and care of the PowerCup concentrator see pages 4 and 5 Grooves ee Removable k PowerBase Concentrator There is a package of PowerCup concentrators packed inside your popper Additional packages should be available wher ever the poppers are sold You may also order them by calling the Presto Consumer Service Department at 1 800 877 0441 Important Use only genuine Presto PowerCup concentrators Use of any other concentrator or microwave crisp ing paper will damage your Presto PowerPop multi popper and void its warranty You will know the concentrator is genuine by the target on its face How To Use Follow these easy steps Step 1 Attach the popping bowl to the PowerBase concentrator by positioning the popping bowl locking tabs in the grooves on the PowerBase concentrator Fig A Rotate the popping bowl clockwise or counter clockwise until it locks into place The bowl s tabs will be underneath the base s locking tabs Step 2 Place a Presto PowerCup concentrator in the po
10. ficient Thus if you are making multiple batches of corn you might wish to allow the microwave to cool slightly between batches 11 Although I am getting great popping performance sometimes the corn is scorched What is causing this a You may be microwaving the corn for too long Remember that when popping slows to 2 to 3 seconds between pops the popper should be removed from the microwave oven b You are using seasonings for flavored corn which burn during popping For future batches sprinkle those seasonings on after the corn has popped If the seasonings are not in fine powder form they may also burn Care Cleaning and Storage The popping bowl and cover are dishwasher safe or they can be washed in warm sudsy water and rinsed and dried thor oughly Do not immerse the PowerBase concentrator in water or other liquids Wipe the PowerBase concentrator with a damp cloth If the PowerBase concentrator is immersed accidentally you will need to place the base in an upright position and allow it to drain before use If popping corn with oil and salt wipe the PowerCup concentrator with a damp cloth after each use to remove oil and salt residue Do not scrub the concentrator with abrasives or soak in water Store concentrator inside of popping bow and use for your next batch of popcorn Recipes Traditional Popcorn 1 tablespoons cooking oil 2 teaspoon salt amp cup popcorn Pour oil on PowerCup concentrator in
11. lti popper please read the following information This popper was specially designed to work in most microwave ovens There are however a few ultra compact models with cavity sizes less than 6 inches tall by 10 inches wide in which it will not fit If your microwave has a removable tray or turntable be sure the tray or turntable is in place whenever you use your PowerPop multi popper Make sure your microwave oven is compatible with the Presto PowerPop multi popper Your microwave popper has been tested in a wide variety of microwave ovens and found to work superbly However the function and condition of mi crowave ovens may vary greatly Because there have been literally hundreds of different model microwave ovens produced over the last twenty years it was not possible to test the popper in every microwave oven Be sure you check the operating manual for your microwave oven to see if popping popcorn is permitted 1 During each use of the popper we ask that you do the following Check that the microwave oven is clean and free of food grease residue according to manufacturer s instructions a b Remain near the microwave oven during the popping period oO Look through the window of the microwave oven throughout the popping period Q If you notice anything unusual e g a peculiar odor sparking etc immediately turn off and unplug your microwave oven Leave the microwave oven door closed If you notice anything unusu
12. op microwave If more or less time is necessary adjust timer accordingly for your next batch of popcorn Do not overcook as popcorn will scorch Never leave microwave oven unattended during popping Note When using 3 cup premium yellow popcorn the popped corn may push the cover up at the end of popping This is normal Use the popping bowl carrying handle to carefully remove popper from microwave oven Carefully lift the cover toward you to keep any steam away from you Serve popcorn in popping bowl or pour into another bowl if you would like to make additional batches of popcorn Caution Some hot oil residue may remain in the bottom of the bowl after popping use caution when pouring pop corn into another bowl as the residue could drip out and cause burns The PowerCup concentrator becomes very hot during popping Use a tongs to remove a hot concentrator or allow concentrator to cool before handling Before popping additional batches wipe the PowerCup concentrator with a damp cloth to remove remaining salt and oil Because microwave function varies some microwave ovens perform better when allowed to cool 10 to 15 minutes before popping additional batches of corn Helpful Hints This popper is designed to pop all kinds of popcorn yellow white baby rice and premium brands Try different brands to find the one you like best Yellow popcorn generally pops into larger kernels than white Always use fresh popcorn Fresh pop
13. ories that oil gives you either before or after popping spray popcorn with a no stick cooking spray This will give you a hint of oil flavor and will also allow salts and other seasonings to stick to the popcorn better For a hint of butter flavored popcorn use the butter flavored sprays 3 2 2 Sd If you like extra butter or margarine on your popcorn you can add more after popping Simply place a few inch pats of butter margarine on the popped corn cover popper and reinsert in the microwave oven for approximately 20 seconds Butter margarine will melt and can then be mixed through You can enjoy the taste of theater popcorn with less harmful fats by using a butter flavored oil like Orville Redenbacher s Gourmet Buttery Flavor Popping Oil Questions and Answers 1 Sometimes I get a lot of unpopped kernels and scorched corn Why A number of things may be causing this a You may have forgotten to use the PowerBase concentrator or PowerCup concentrator Quality of popped corn will diminish if the PowerBase concentrator or PowerCup concentrator are not both used Your PowerCup concentrator needs to be replaced You were not using the High setting on your microwave oven d Your microwave oven may have areas where microwave energy is not evenly distributed Next time you use the pop per try positioning the popper in a different location inside the microwave oven e Your microwave oven and the P
14. placed If you notice you are getting more unpopped kernels than usual it is time to replace the concentrator Important Always replace the concentrator immediately if the top layer is torn or cracked 8 The PowerPop popper fits in my microwave oven only when I remove the glass tray or turntable Is it safe to use the microwave without the tray or turntable No If your microwave oven comes with a glass tray or turntable it should never be operated without the tray or turntable in place Use without the tray or turntable results in short PowerCup concentrator life It will also damage the popper and could destroy your microwave oven 9 Sometimes I find the PowerCup concentrator on top of the popped corn with numerous unpopped kernels underneath What has happened Unpopped kernels were under the concentrator prior to popping or the concentrator was not positioned tightly against the bottom of the popping bowl enabling unpopped kernels to slip under the concentrator during popping When those kernels popped they pushed the concentrator up allowing more unpopped kernels to fall underneath the concentrator Always make sure your concentrator is seated tightly against the bottom of the popping bow and that all of the kernels are on the concentrator before you begin popping 10 It seems when I make multiple batches of popcorn each batch takes longer to pop Why As the cavity of any microwave oven gets hotter the oven becomes less ef
15. pping bowl Be certain you are using only one concentrator concentrators may occasionally stick together Push it down so it is seated tightly against the bottom of the inside of the popping bowl Important Use only genuine Presto PowerCup concentrators Use of any Locking Tab Groove Locking Tab Fig A 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 other concentrator or microwave crisping paper will damage your Presto PowerPop multi popper For oil popped corn pour to 2 tablespoons of oil onto the concentrator Fig B Add 3 cup popping corn Fig C If desired sprinkle with salt See recipe variations on pages 5 and 6 For corn similar to air popped corn without oil pour cup popping corn onto the concentrator Fig C It is not recommended that salt be added prior to popping as it will not stick to the corn For butter flavored popcorn pour to 2 tablespoons of butter flavored oil onto the concentrator Add 4 cup popping corn Fig C If desired sprinkle with salt Put the cover on the popping bowl and place in the center of the microwave oven All microwave ovens do not cook alike causing cooking time to vary Popcorn will usually be done in 2 to 5 minutes Do not use Popcorn Setting if your micro wave has this feature For the first use set microwave timer for 5 minutes and begin popping at full power High Listen carefully When popping slows to approximately 2 to 3 seconds between pops st
16. resto popper do not work together Presto s engineers tested a wide variety of mi crowave ovens in the design phase of the unit and did not find a microwave oven in which the popper fit which did not perform superbly It is possible however that an oven exists which does not work well with the popper Presto would be very interested if you have such an oven Please write or call Presto if you believe this is the case O 5 How many unpopped kernels are considered normal for a batch of popped corn The number of unpopped kernels will vary depending on the quality and freshness of the corn used the microwave oven used and the condition of the PowerCup concentrator If the instructions are followed correctly as indicated on pages 2 and 3 on the first use you will usually get anywhere from unpopped kernel to 1 teaspoon unpopped kernels Fresh corn and premium corn will give you the best results You should always get fewer unpopped kernels than microwave bagged corn If you consistently get a lot of unpopped kernels review this Question and Answer section How many batches of popcorn should I be able to pop with each PowerCup concentrator The number of uses will vary from microwave to microwave When popping with oil you should be able to make up to 12 batches with each concentrator When popping without oil you should be able to make up to 24 batches with each concentrator 4 After the initial use the PowerCup concentrator
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