Dash SMARTSTORE DSSP300 User manual

#DSSP300
SmartStore™ Stirring
POPCORN MAKER
Instruction Manual |Recipe Guide
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Important Safeguards....................................................................4-9
Parts & Features......................................................................... 10-11
Using Your Popcorn Maker ...................................................... 12-17
Cleaning & Maintenance ............................................................... 18
Storing the Popcorn Maker............................................................ 19
Recipes....................................................................................... 21-37
Customer Support .......................................................................... 38
Warranty........................................................................................... 39
SmartStore™ Stirring
Popcorn Maker
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• Read all instructions before use.
• Remove all bags and packaging
from appliance before use.
• Never leave appliance unattended
when in use.
• Make sure the appliance is cleaned
thoroughly before using.
• Do not use appliance for other than
intended use. For household use
only. Do not use outdoors.
• Only use the appliance on a stable,
dry surface.
• ATTENTION: This appliance cannot
be used with an external timer or a
separate remote control.
• Do not place appliance on or
near a hot gas burner, hot electric
burner, or in a heated oven.
• Do not put the product in high
temperature environments, close
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materials including gas, etc. in
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• Extreme caution must be used when
moving an appliance containing hot
oil or other hot liquids.
• This appliance can be used by
persons with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities or
lack of experience of knowledge, if
they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
• This appliance is not a toy. Do not
let children use this appliance.
Close supervision is necessary
when any kitchen appliance is used
by or near children.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: PLEASE
READ AND SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION
AND CARE MANUAL.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including:

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• The Popcorn Maker will not shut off
automatically. To avoid overheating,
please add popcorn kernels before
operating. Do not operate the
appliance without popcorn kernels.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use oven
gloves when handling hot surfaces.
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without oven gloves.
• DO NOT use the Popcorn Maker
near water or other liquids, with wet
hands, or while standing on a wet
surface.
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shock, or personal injury, do not put
cord, plug, or appliance in or near
water or other liquids. The Popcorn
Maker is NOT dishwasher safe.
• Do not let the cord touch hot
surfaces or hang over the edge of
tables or counters.
• Do not pull, bend, or compress the
power cord with heavy objects to
avoid accidents such as electric
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• Refrain from using attachments
that are not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer, as this
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personal injury.
• After turning the power on, do not
attempt to disassemble the Popcorn
Maker. Do not put spoons or other
utensils into the popcorn maker.
• Allow the appliance to rest for at least
10 minutes between popping cycles.
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continuous usage time.
• Unplug the appliance and allow to
cool prior to assembly/disassembly,
moving, cleaning, storage, and
when not in use. To unplug, grasp
the plug and pull from the outlet.
Never pull from the power cord.
• Do not submerge the base or any
electric parts in liquid.
• Do not operate this appliance with
a damaged cord, damaged plug,
after the appliance malfunctions,
is dropped, or damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to the
nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair, or adjustment.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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• For maintenance other than
cleaning, please contact
StoreBound directly at 1-800-
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[email protected].
• StoreBound shall not accept
liability for damages caused by
improper use of the appliance.
• Improper use of the appliance
can result in property damage or
even in personal injury.
• This appliance has a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than
the other). To reduce the risk of
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a polarized outlet only one way. If
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in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
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electrician. Do not attempt to
modify the plug in any way.
• A short power supply cord is
to be provided to reduce the
risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord. An extension cord
may be used if care is exercised
in its use. If an extension cord is
used, the marked electrical rating
of the extension cord should be
at least as great as the electrical
rating of the appliance. If the
appliance is of the grounded
type, the extension cord should
be a grounding 3-wire cord.
The extension cord should
be arranged so that it will not
drape over the countertop or
tabletop where it can be pulled
on by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS:
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS
INSTRUCTION AND CARE MANUAL.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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Measuring Cup
Steam Vent /
Butter Melter
On/Off
Button
Stirring
Bar
Bowl
Base
PARTS &FEATURES
Base
Handle
Bowl
Handle
Indicator
Light
Rotary Knob
Nonstick
Cooking
Surface

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Parts &Features
Measuring Cup
Each part of the Measuring
Cup holds ¼ cup of
kernels.
Cord Storage

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USING YOUR DASH popcorn MAKER
BEFORE FIRST USE
Clean the Lid and Measuring Cup with a non-abrasive sponge, towel or
cloth before using. Turn the Rotary Knob counterclockwise to remove the
stirring arm from the Rotary Knob.
Wipe Stirring Bar and Cooking Surface with a non-abrasive sponge, towel
or cloth. Install the Stirring Bar, make sure the Stirring Bar aligns with the
Rotary Knob, and tighten the Rotary Knob clockwise to secure.
Quarts
of popped
corn
Amount
of oil
Amount of
popcorn
kernEls
Amount of
butter
2QT 1 tbsp ¼ cup 1 tbsp
4QT 2 tbsp ½ cup 2 tbsp
 3 tbsp ¾ cup 3 tbsp
NOTE: Each part of the Measuring Cup holds ¼ cup of kernels.

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USING YOUR DASH popcorn MAKER
NOTE: If using an extension cord, the marked rating of the cord should
be at least as great as the electrical rating of the Popcorn Maker. Use a
grounded 3-wire cord for grounded appliances.
Place the Popcorn Maker on a level surface and plug it in.
Place a small amount of vegetable oil on the Cooking Surface
according to chart on page 12 (photo A). Measure corn kernels in the
included Measuring Cup (photo B).
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USING YOUR DASH popcorn MAKER
Add kernels to the Cooking Surface (photo C). Add the clear Bowl to
the Base of the Popcorn Maker.
NOTE: DO NOT attach the Measuring Cup to the top of the Popcorn
Maker, as the Steam Vents must remain open during cooking.
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(where the Steam Vents are located) to heat while cooking (photo D).
It is recommended to use 1 tbsp butter per ¼ cup popcorn.
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USING YOUR DASH popcorn MAKER
Press the Power Switch down to start cooking (photo E). Depending
on the amount of popcorn and size of kernels, it may take 3-4 minutes
for the popcorn to begin popping.
Once popping has slowed to one kernel every three seconds or
longer, turn the Power Switch up to turn off the appliance and unplug
the Popcorn Maker (photo F).
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Add the Measuring Cup to the top of the Bowl (photo G)
securely into place. Unplug the Popcorn Maker.
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popcorn maker over. You can also hold by the Measuring Cup and the
Base of the Popcorn Maker (photo H).
NOTE: DO NOT directly grab the clear Bowl or the Cooking Surface,
as both will be hot after cooking. Use oven mitts if desired for
additional safety!
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USING YOUR DASH popcorn MAKER

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Remove the Base and serve (photo I). Be sure to open the Popcorn
Maker so the steam escapes away from you, as steam will be hot. Use
oven gloves or a towel.
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USING YOUR DASH popcorn MAKER
NOTE: Please wait approximately 10-12 minutes before using the Popcorn
Maker again, otherwise it will overheat.
TIP: If kernels are not popping as much as desired, try soaking the rest of
them in water for 10 minutes to add moisture. If popcorn kernels are old
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cleaning &maintenance
Be sure to allow the Popcorn Maker to cool before cleaning. Remove
the Stirring Bar from the Base by unscrewing the Rotary Knob
(photo A). Use a damp, frictionless sponge or damp cloth to clean the
Base and the Stirring Bar before reattaching (photo B).
Wash the Bowl and Measuring Cup in warm soapy water with no
abrasive or sponge. The Bowl and Measuring Cup are top-rack
dishwasher safe.
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Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft towel.
DO NOT submerge the Base into water or other solutions.
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Storing the Popcorn Maker
Ensure that the Popcorn Maker is clean and dry before storing.
To store the Popcorn Maker, wrap the cord around the Cord
Storage on the underside of the Base.
Attach the Measuring Cup to the clear Bowl and Nest the Base
inside the Bowl (photo A).
Store in a dry place.
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RECIPE
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½ cup (1 stick) good quality
unsalted butter
2/3cup popcorn kernels
2 tbsp canola oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter, thinly
sliced and softened
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Best
Buttered POPCORN
Directions:
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low heat until white foam rises to the top. Skim off the foam. Let the
butter sit for 10 minutes. Pour or spoon off the clear yellow fat, leaving
behind all the water and any remaining solids. This makes about 1/3cup
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2. Place the popcorn kernels into the base of the SmartStore™Stirring
Popcorn Maker. Drizzle on the oil. Set the Bowl in place.
Arrange the softened butter on the Butter Melter. Plug in the machine.
When the corn has popped, click the Bowl in place. Flip the machine.
3. 
Sprinkle on the salt and toss. Serve warm.
Ingredients:
Makes 4 servings

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½ cup popcorn kernels
butter and salt, to taste
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/3cup light corn syrup
2 tbsp condensed milk
¼ tsp vanilla extract
Perfect
caramel corn
Ingredients:
NOTE: Working with boiling sugar requires great caution. Wear protective
oven gloves. For safety’s sake, make sure the cat, the dog and young
children cannot come into the kitchen while the caramel is cooking.
Makes 4 servings
Directions:
1. Pop popcorn kernels using the SmartStore™Stirring Popcorn Maker.
Add butter and salt, to taste.

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2. Place the popcorn in a very large kitchen bowl or pot. (Do not use the
Bowl of the SmartStore™Stirring Popcorn Maker.)
3. Line a large baking sheet with baking parchment and set aside. Coat a
heatproof spatula with cooking spray. If making crisp caramel corn, heat
the oven to 300°F.
4. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, and corn syrup,
and over medium-high heat bring to a boil, stirring constantly with
a wooden spoon. Add the condensed milk and stir just to combine.
Reduce the heat to medium and boil without stirring until the mixture
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standing back as the mixture will splatter.
 Working VERY CAREFULLY, pour the hot caramel over the popcorn. Stir,
digging the caramel up from the bottom for 2 minutes, until all the corn
is evenly coated. Take care while stirring not to let the hot mixture touch
your hand. Turn the coated popcorn onto the prepared baking sheet
and spread it in an even layer.
 For chewy, slightly sticky caramel corn, cool popcorn for 2 to 4 hours.
For crisp caramel popcorn, bake the popcorn mixture for 20 minutes.
Stir, respread the popcorn, and return to the oven for 20 minutes. Set
the baking sheet on a wire rack and cool completely. The popcorn will
crisp as it cools.
7. Crisp Perfect Caramel Corn keeps for 2 days. The chewy kind is best the
day it is made.
8. Alternative method to measure temperature of the caramel: Fill a small
bowl with ice water. Drizzle a small amount of the caramel into the cold
water. When it forms a sticky ball, it has reached 240°F.

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¼ cup popcorn kernels
butter and salt, to taste
½ cup white cheddar cheese powder
Pinch of red chili powder
¼ cup snipped chives, optional
white cheddar
POPCORN
Directions:
1. Pop popcorn kernels using the SmartStore™Stirring Popcorn
Maker. Add butter and salt, to taste.
2. In a large mixing bowl, sprinkle the cheddar cheese powder and
chili powder over the popcorn. With your hands, mix until the
cheese coats the popcorn evenly. If using, sprinkle the chives over
the cheese-coated popcorn before serving.
3. White Cheddar Popcorn will keep in an airtight container at room
temperature for 2 days.
Ingredients:
Makes 4 servings