West Bend Stir Crazy Corn Popper Instruction Manual
- June 16, 2024
- West Bend
Table of Contents
West Bend Stir Crazy Corn Popper Instruction Manual
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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.
- Read all instructions.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
- To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons do not immerse cords, 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 from the 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, after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. This appliance has no user-serviceable parts.
- Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.
- Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
- The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Products Group International may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
- Do not use this appliance outdoors.
- Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
- To disconnect, turn any control to “OFF,” then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
- Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
- Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
- 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.
- A popper that is plugged into an outlet should not be left unattended.
- A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
- Longer extension cords are available, but care must be exercised in their use.
- While the use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one, ensure that the marked electrical rating of the extension cord is equal to or greater than that of the appliance.
- If the plug is of the grounded type, the extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
- To avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement, position the extension cord so that it does not hang over the edge of the counter, table or other area where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
- Do not use an outlet or extension cord if the plug fits loosely or if the outlet or extension cord feels hot.
- 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.
- Avoid contact with moving parts.
- This popcorn popper will not shut off automatically.
- To avoid overheating, add corn and oil before operating.
- For household use only.
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
Please check all packaging material carefully before discarding. Accessory parts may be contained within the packaging material. See the “Cleaning your Stir Crazy® Corn Popper” section, clean the popper thoroughly and assemble it.
USE YOUR STIR CRAZY® CORN POPPER
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Place the base on a dry, level surface, away from any edge.
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Put vegetable oil and corn into the popping base. Spread corn evenly over the popping surface.
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Do not substitute butter, margarine, shortening, or lard for vegetable oil as these will burn or smoke excessively. Do not add more corn or oil than recommended.
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Specialty oils may be used, but some experimentation may be necessary to find the best-popping results and flavour you prefer.
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Do not use more than 3 tablespoons of any oil.*If using a gourmet/premium grade of corn, use less than the amount of corn specified.
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Place the cover on the popping base, making sure the handles of the cover fit securely into the handles of the popping base.
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If buttered corn is desired, divide the recommended amount of refrigerated butter into 6 equal-sized parts and place in a single layer in the butter well.
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(If unrefrigerated butter is used, add to butter well after the first kernel of corn pops.)
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Popcorn will be buttered as it pops. If unbuttered corn is desired, do not add butter to the butter well. DO NOT USE BUTTER LID DURING THE POPPING PROCESS. Put the butter lid on AFTER popping is complete.
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Plug the cord into a 120-volt, AC outlet only. Press the “ON/OFF” switch to “ON,” the light will be illuminated.
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The stir rod will rotate as long as the corn popper is on. Do not shake the popper during the popping cycle. In 4 to 5 minutes the popping cycle will be completed. Turn “ON/OFF” switch to “OFF” ( O ).
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If the butter is not completely melted in butter well, use a pastry brush to push any remaining butter through the buttering holes. Snap butter lid securely onto butter well. This cap must be on the cover before the popper is inverted.
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Make sure the handles of the cover are placed into the handles of the popper base.
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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.
Tip: Popcorn is done when there is a 1-2 second pause between pops or if the cover has lifted or is turning. To avoid scorching, follow step 6 as soon as the popping cycle is complete. -
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 popcorn from the serving cover to another serving bowl.
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Follow steps 2 through 6 above.
- A small amount of smoke and/or odour may occur upon heating due to the release of manufacturing oils – this is normal.
- Some minor expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and cooling – this is normal.
HELPFUL HINTS
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Always use fresh popcorn. Dried-out, stale, or old popcorn pops poorly as it has lost its moisture content and may scorch.
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Store popcorn in airtight containers made of glass or plastic to avoid moisture loss in the kernels. Be sure that the container is stored in a cool place, do not store in the refrigerator. Most refrigerators contain little moisture and can dry out kernels, resulting in poor popping.
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This popcorn popper can accommodate both regular and premium popcorn. Premium and gourmet popcorn may not yield results as good as regular popcorn. If premium or gourmet popcorn is used, you may notice an increase in the number of unpopped kernels.
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If popcorn does not pop, it is usually the result of environmental factors such as the freshness and moisture content of the popcorn, or variances by popcorn type. Unpopped kernels do not necessarily indicate a defect in the appliance.
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Instead of popping with vegetable oil, try one of these healthy choices, extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, coconut oil, corn oil, peanut oil, or sunflower oil. Specialty oils may also be used, but some experimentation may be necessary to find the best-popping results and flavour you prefer. Do not use more than 3 tablespoons of any oil.
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Add flavour to your oil while popping – add a garlic clove or minced garlic, onion slices, or jalapeño peppers.
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When done popping, start layering flavours. We find a light misting of olive oil,
(many great infused olive oils are also available) lemon or lime juice, balsamic vinegar, or even water will help any additional seasonings adhere to the corn. -
Melted chocolate or marshmallow is a great way to bind and layer decadent ingredients with popcorn, or to create popcorn balls, bars, or pops. For a more traditional binder, boil 1 cup of sugar with 1 cup of corn syrup, then add your other ingredients toss and form. Or while still warm, roll balls or pops in crushed candies, coconut, chopped nuts, or sprinkles.
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 completely before cleaning.
- Cleaning Cover – Wash cover and butter lid in warm, soapy water with a dishcloth or sponge. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Do not use scouring pad or abrasive cleaners on cover as these could cause scratching. The cover may be washed in an automatic dishwasher, top rack only.
- Cleaning Stir Rod – Remove stir rod from base by unscrewing securing knob. Wash rod and secure knob with warm, soapy water using a dishcloth or sponge. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Replace stir rod after cleaning base, making sure it fits into the notched area around screw. Secure with securing knob.
- Cleaning Popper Base – Clean non-stick surface of base with a damp, soapy dishcloth, sponge or nylon-scouring pad. 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 discolouration, use a soft cloth saturated with lemon juice or vinegar and rub over finish. Then wipe the finish with a damp cloth and dry. To use the cord wrap, wind the cord around the post at the bottom of the appliance for easy, tangle-free storage. Store the popper base inside the cover.
- DO NOT PLACE THE POPPING BASE IN AN AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER OR IMMERSE IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
- This appliance has no user-serviceable parts.
POPCORN IDEAS & RECIPES
Popcorn is the perfect blank canvas for creating treats. You can create decadent concoctions with chocolate and candies or healthy, guilt-free snacks that everyone can enjoy. Here are some recipes and ideas to get you started, but really, once you start your imagination can take over.
Try mixing and matching any of these for a healthy snack:
Try mixing and matching any of these for a decadent treat:
Joel’s Blue Cheese Bacon Popcorn
- 4 slices bacon
- ⅓ cup corn
- 1 tbsp. reserved bacon grease
- ⅓ cup crumbled blue cheese fresh ground black pepper
Fry bacon until crisp; cool and crumble. Using 1 tbsp. of the reserved bacon grease, pop your corn in the popper. When finished popping, and while still warm, add the crumbled blue cheese, bacon, and generously sprinkle with fresh ground black pepper.
Herb Infusion
- ⅔ cup popping corn
- 2 tbsp. popping oil of choice
- 4 tbsp. coconut oil, melted
- 2 tbsp. nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp. mixed dried herbs: dill, parsley thyme and oregano (add cayenne to the mix if you like spice)
- Garlic or sea salt to taste
Follow basic directions to pop popcorn
- Set popcorn aside in a large mixing bowl, drizzle melted coconut oil over the corn and toss to distribute. Sprinkle with the herb blend and add garlic or sea salt to taste, toss again
S’mores ‘n More
- 8-10 cups popped popcorn (we liked ours lightly buttered and salted) 16oz. milk or dark chocolate, melted, for drizzling
- 4 tbsp. butter
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 24 graham crackers, broken I
- n bite size pieces
- 2 cups of graham breakfast cereal 2 to 4oz. of milk chocolate, shaved or cut into pieces
In a large mixing bowl, mix the popped popcorn, and half of the all the other ingredients until well mixed, spread out on wax or parchment paper, sprinkle remaining crackers or cereal and marshmallows over the top and drizzle with the remaining melted chocolate. Allow it to cool and set before eating.
Confetti Cake Popcorn
- 8-10 cups popped popcorn (either plain or buttered and salted)
- 1 to 1½ cups cake mix (white, yellow, or chocolate)
- 12oz. white, milk or dark chocolate
- ¼ cups vegetable shortening
- ¼ cup sprinkles (round, multicoloured)
Microwave the chocolate for one minute or until melted. Add the vegetable shorting and stir until melted and well mixed. In a large mixing bowl, combine the popped popcorn with the dry cake mix, drizzle with the melted chocolate and mix well to evenly coat. Add the sprinkles and toss, spread to cool and dry on parchment or wax paper.
Say Cheese Popcorn
- 8-10 cups popped popcorn, buttered
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1½ oz. (1 envelope) dry cheese sauce mix (from a box of macaroni and cheese)
- In a large mixing bowl, mix the popped popcorn and the other ingredients until well mixed.
- Lime Fiesta Popcorn
- ⅓ cup popping corn
- 1 tbsp. popping oil, your choice
- 1 lime, use for zest and juice
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- ½ tsp. cumin
Follow basic directions to pop popcorn. When popping cycle is complete, squeeze juice of the lime over warm popcorn then add lime zest, chili powder, and cumin, toss to coat.
PRODUCT WARRANTY
Appliance 1-Year Limited Warranty
Focus Products Group International, LLC (“the Company”) 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 that the
appliance is operated and maintained in conformity with the Instruction
Manual.
Any failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at the Company’s discretion. This warranty applies to indoor household use only. This warranty does not cover any damage, including discolouration, to any non-stick surface of the appliance. This warranty is null and void, as determined solely by the Company, 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 THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, FOR SEEABLE, 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 Customer Care Department at 866-290-1851, or e-mail us at customercare@focuspg.com. A receipt proving the original purchase date will be required for all warranty claims, handwritten receipts are not accepted. You may also be required to return the appliance for inspection and evaluation. Return shipping costs are not refundable. The Company is not responsible for returns lost in transit.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts, if available, may be ordered directly from the Company in
several ways. Order online at www.westbend.com,
e-mail customercare@focuspg.com, over the
phone by calling (866)290-1851, or by writing to:
Focus Products Group International, LLC.
Attn: Customer Care Dept.
P. O. Box 53
West Bend, WI 53095
To order with a check or money order, please first contact Customer Care 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 appliance, a description of the part or parts you are ordering, and the quantity you would like. Your check should be made payable to Focus Products Group International, 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 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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