Cretors Profiteer series User manual

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PROFITEER POPCORN MACHINE
SERVICE MANUAL
120 Volt,
Single Phase, 60 Hz
230 Volt,
Single Phase, 50 Hz
READ and UNDERSTAND these servicing, and safety
instructions before servicing this popcorn machine

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SAFETY FIRST
The information in this manual is essential for the safe installation and
maintenance of your Cretors popcorn machine. The manual must be read
and understood before installing, or maintaining this equipment, or
equivalent training must be provided.
"The employer shall instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance
of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work environment
to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury".
Ref.: 29 CFR 1926.20 (b)(4)(a)(2)
It is understood that safety rules within individual companies vary. If a
conflict exists between the safety procedures contained in this manual and
the rules of a using company, the more stringent rule should take
precedence.
I INTRODUCTION
This manual is filled with time-saving and money-saving information regarding your Cretors
popcorn machine. There is nothing, however, more important than the safety aids and warnings
that are found throughout this document. The Safety Alert Symbol is used to identify topics of
primary safety concern wherever they appear. Furthermore, a separate section has been included
which deals exclusively with operation and accident prevention.
If, after reviewing this manual, anything is unclear or technical problems are encountered, contact
the dealer from whom you purchased your machine for assistance and if there are any additional
questions, feel free to contact our Customer Service Department at the address and/or phone
number listed on the back cover of this manual. Always have the model and serial number of your
machine available to assist in obtaining the correct information.
II SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
The symbol shown below is used to call your attention to instructions concerning your personal
safety and the safety of others. Watch this symbol. It points out important safety precautions. It
means "ATTENTION! Become Alert! Your personal safety is involved!" Read the message that
follows and be alert to the risk of personal injury or death.

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III PURPOSE OF MANUAL
This instruction manual is intended to familiarize owners with the servicing
and safety procedures associated with your Cretors popcorn machine.
This manual should be kept available to maintenance personnel.
A person who has not read and understood all service and safety instructions
is not qualified to service the popcorn machine.

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IV SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
In the case of improper operation, qualified personnel only should perform the
following diagnostic checks, and, if necessary, corresponding adjustments and repairs.
Many of the following procedures present an electrical shock hazard and can cause
serious injury or death.
1. Parts
When ordering parts, refer to the attached parts diagram. Always supply the serial
number, model number, and voltage of your Profiteer popcorn machine.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Cretors', or by a Cretors' approved
service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard
THERMOSTAT OPERATION
A. The thermostat is installed as a safety device to prevent overheating of the kettle if the
machine should be left unattended momentarily while in operation. The operation of
the thermostat is indicated by the kettle indicator light. The thermostat is located in the
kettle. The indicator light should stay on for most of the popping cycle. The indicator
light should go off 10-20 seconds before the corn finishes popping and the kettle is
dumped. If the indicator light goes out 30 seconds or more before the corn finishes
popping, the thermostat may be too low and be in need of adjustment.
CAUTION If the corn has dried out, it may not finish popping at normal
temperatures, and the light may appear to go out early. DO NOT ADJUST KETTLE
TEMPERATURE BASED ON POOR QUALITY CORN.
B. If set too high (over 500°F 260oC), the thermostat can cause a serious fire hazard.
C. Repair parts thermostats shipped from the factory have been factory adjusted to switch
off the current to the heating elements when the kettle temperature reaches 460° F
(226oC). The factory setting should prove satisfactory; however, each thermostat must
be checked after installation to confirm correct operation. To adjust the thermostat,
perform the following operations:

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THERMOSTAT ADJUSTMENT
A. Locate the plugged thermostat adjustment hole on the side of the kettle retainer and
remove the plug.
B. Turn ‘ON’ the kettle heat.
C. Locate pyrometer over thermostat.
D. Set temperature so that the power to heat elements is cut off at the correct temperature.
KETTLE SALTED CORN SUGAR CORN
14 OZ. 460º F. (226º C) 390º F. (193º C)
E. To adjust thermostat, insert a flat blade screwdriver into the slotted adjustment screw
and turn COUNTER- CLOCKWISE to raise the temperature or CLOCKWISE to lower
the temperature.
F. Do not adjust more than one-quarter turn at a time. Check temperature after each one-
quarter turn adjustment.
G. If no pyrometer is available, the thermostat may be adjusted by observing the operation
of the indicator light as described in the Thermostat Operation section. Adjust the
thermostat so that the kettle heat is turned off 10 to 20 seconds before the corn finishes
popping and the kettle is dumped
CAUTION If the corn has dried out, it may not finish popping at normal
temperatures, and the light may appear to go out early. DO NOT ADJUST KETTLE
TEMPERATURE BASED ON POOR QUALITY CORN.
CAUTION Do not adjust the temperature so high that the pan smokes at the end of the
popping cycle.
If set too high (over 500°F or 260oC), the kettle can become a serious fire hazard.
H. Your final setting should allow the indicator light to cycle off 10 to 20 seconds prior to
dumping the kettle.
I. Observe two or three cycles of correct operation to be certain everything is working
correctly.
2. Kettle Removal
To remove the kettle assembly, perform the following operations:
A) Unplug the popcorn machine from the power supply.
B) For a 120 Volt machine, unplug the kettle from the top of the machine by twisting and
pulling the plug out of the receptacle.