Bifinett KH 831 User manual

Kompernaß GmbH · Burgstrasse 21 · D-44867 Bochum
www.kompernass.com
ID-Nr.: KH831-02/06-V2
UK
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 Popcorn maker KH 831
Operating Manual
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Popcorn maker
Bifinett KH 831
Intended Use
The popcorn maker is meant solely for
preparing popcorn at home. It is not me-
ant for any commercial use.
Description of the Appliance
Cover
Measuring cup
Casing
ON / OFF switch
Indication lamp
Dispensing chute
Popping chamber
Technical Data
Mains voltage: 230 V, 50 Hz
Rated output: 1200 W
KB time: 6 Minutes
Safety instructions
• Read the operating instructions care-
fully before using the appliance for
the first time and preserve this boo-
klet for later reference. Hand over the
manual to anyone, whom you pass on
the appliance to.
• Do not allow children to handle elec-
trical appliances without adult super-
vision as they cannot always foresee
possible hazards.
• Unplug the power cord after every
use and before cleaning, so as to pre-
vent the appliance from switching on
inadvertently.
• Check the appliance and all the parts
for visible damages. The safety con-
cept can work only if the appliance is
in an immaculate condition.
• Do not use microwave variety of pop-
corn for preparing normal popcorn.
• Use only normal dry maize or popcorn
kernels.
Danger of electrical shock!
• Connect the appliance to a 230 V /
50 Hz rated power plug.
• Do not operate the appliance with
damaged connecting cable or power
plug.
• Get customer service to repair or re-
place connecting cables and/or appli-
ances that are not functioning pro-
perly or have been damaged.
• Never immerse the appliance in wa-
ter. Just wipe it with a damp cloth.
• Do not expose the appliance to rain
and never use it in damp or wet sur-
roundings.
• Make sure that the power cord does
not become wet during operation.
• Unplug the appliance immediately af-
ter use. The appliance is completely
disconnected, only when you pull out
the power plug from the power
socket.
• Do not open or repair the appliance
casing yourself. In this case, the device
is not safe and the warranty is voided.
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Fire hazard!
• Do not use the appliance near hot
surfaces.
• Some parts of the appliance become
very hot during operation. Therefore,
do not touch its surface to avoid burn
injuries.
• Do not keep the appliance in places
that are exposed to direct sunlight,
as this could lead to overheating and
cause irreparable damage.
• Do not leave the appliance unatten-
ded when in use.
• Do not operate the appliance for mo-
re than 6 minutes at a time.
• After every two consecutive quanti-
ties of popcorn, allow a pause of at
least 10 minutes by switching the ap-
pliance off before using it again.
• Do not put ingredients like sugar, oil,
butter, salt, margarine etc. into the
popping chamber; as such substances
can cause damage to the appliance.
• Never operate the appliance without
maize corn in the popcorn chamber.
Injury hazard!
• Keep children away from the connec-
ting cable and the appliance. Children
frequently underestimate the danger
from electrical appliances.
• Make sure to find a safe place for the
appliance.
• Do not operate the appliance, if it has
fallen off or is damaged. Get the ap-
pliance checked and if necessary, re-
paired by experts.
Operation
Making popcorn
1. Switch the appliance off and remove
the cover , before filling the pop-
ping chamber with maize kernels.
Ensure that you only use dry popcorn
maize.
2. Fill the popping chamber with ap-
proximately 120 g (4 measuring cups
) of maize kernels.
Caution: Never fill less than approxi-
mately 30 g (1 measuring cup ) into
the popping chamber . Do not put in-
gredients like sugar, oil, butter, salt, mar-
garine etc. into the popcorn chamber ,
as such substances may damage the
appliance.
3. Place the cover along with the
mounted measuring cup on the ca-
sing .
4. Place a heat-resistant serving bowl be-
low or at the dispensing chute , to
collect the popcorn when done.
5. Plug in the power cord to mains and
use the ON / OFF switch to power
up the appliance. Now the indication
lamp lights up.
6. Switch the appliance off using the ON
/ OFF switch once the popcorn is re-
ady. Now the indication lamp is
turned off.
7. Remove all residues from the popping
chamber , before starting with an-
other quantity of popcorn.
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Caution: During operation the cover
becomes hot. Allow the appliance to
cool down for at least 10 minutes after
every two consecutive quantities of
popcorn.
Serve sweet or salted popcorn
1. Add 2-3 teaspoons of butter or mar-
garine into the measuring cup , be-
fore switching the appliance on. The
butter melts as the popcorn is being
prepared.
Caution: Do not put ingredient like
sugar, oil, butter, salt, margarine etc. in-
to the popping chamber . Such sub-
stances may stick to the popping cham-
ber and damage the appliance.
2. Pour melted butter over the popcorn
in the serving bowl. Stir the popcorn
and sprinkle salt or sugar according to
your taste.
Cleaning
First pull the power plug out of the po-
wer socket and let the device cool off
completely.
Clean the housing and the inside using
a slightly wet cloth. In case of stubborn
stains, pour a few drops of a mild deter-
gent on the damp cloth.
Caution: Make sure that moisture does
not seep into the casing while cleaning!
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Disposal
Never throw the appliance into
normal household waste.
Dispose of the appliance through an
approved disposal centre or at your
community waste facility.
Observe the currently applicable regula-
tions. In case of doubt, please
contact your waste disposal centre.
Warranty & customer service
The warranty conditions and the service
address can be found on the warranty
card.
Kompernaß GmbH
Burgstrasse 21
D-44867 Bochum
www.kompernass.com
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