Funtime FT824PP User manual
Instruction Manual
FT824PP
(FOR AC 120V / 60HZ)
Operation Procedures
When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR POPCORN MACHINE.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Always use handles or knobs to operate.
3. To avoid any risk of electrical shock, do not immerge cord or plug into water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when it is being used by or near children.
5. Unplug main power cord from outlet while not in use and before cleaning.
6. Allow HOT parts to cool down before maneuvering.
7. Do not operate the appliance with damaged cord or plug, malfunction or with any
mechanical damages. Send the unit to the nearest authorized service center for
examination and repairs. (ONLY technicians should open up the unit)
8. It may cause injury by using any accessories or attachments
not being provided or recommended by manufacturer.
9. Do not pop the kernel with a dry pot (without oil).
10. Do not immerge kettle set into water.
11. Kettle surface is HOT and should NOT be touched during
Popping or just after used.
12. Unplug, clean and cover the unit and store into dry and
safe place if not being use for a long time.
13. Do not leave power cord hanging over edge of table or counter or touch with any hot surfaces.
14. Do not place the unit on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
15. Extreme caution must be paid when moving the appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
16. Turn ALL switches to “OFF” position before disconnecting power plug from the wall supply outlet.
17. Not recommended for outdoor use.
18. Do not use appliance for other than indicated usage.
19. To avoid overheating, always add oil and then kernel before operating.
20. Extreme caution must be paid when unloading popcorns. Always place the unit over a
counter-top so that residual hot oil or water running out will not cause burnt.
21. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
22. DO NOT CLEAN USING ANY ABRASIVE MATERIAL.
23. NEVER FORCE ANY PARTS OR BRACKETS INTO POSITION.
24. NO PARTS ARE INTENDED FOR THE DISHWASHER.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
Assembling Parts
A. Main unit x 1 pc
C. Popcorn scoop x 1 pc
B. Kettle x 1 pc
D. Kernel scoop + Oil scoop set
Assemble the kettle (B) on the
supporters which are built into the
main unit (A), and connect the
socket.
Operation Procedures
1. Make sure the popcorn maker is unplugged before you do any of the following.
Before using the unit, please check carefully if voltage is suitable to the country.
(Please check if the voltage is matching with rating label specied next to the power cord.)
2. Clean the internal surface of the kettle and main unit surfaces.
3. Main unit has 3 function switches as follows:
4. Hook up the kettle onto the hanger of the main unit.
5. Plug in the power cord to the popcorn maker.
6. Switch on the light and heater (I & III), then ll in suitable amount of butter
or oil (Fig. 1). Consumer could ll amount of oil (Max 15g) subject to your
own preference.
7. Kettle should be preheated for 3-4 minutes with oil until steam comes out
from the kettle. Prepare kernels with sugar. Measure amount of kernels
with measuring scoop providing. Amount of sugar subject to your own
preference. DO NOT USE liquid sugar and honey.
8. Open the lid and pour in pre-mixed kernel and sugar (Fig. 2)
CAUTION: Lid might be hot. Use an oven mitten.
9. Switch ON the Stirrer (II) so that it starts stirring (Fig. 3).
10. Close the door carefully.
11. Popcorn starts popping out through the lid after about 2 to 3 minutes. (Fig. 4)
12. Switch OFF the stirrer & heater (II & III) when popping completed
(No more popping sound from kettle). Rotate the roller bar of the kettle
and pour out all remaining popcorn from kettle.
13. Keep heater switch (III) OFF if the unit is not continuously running.
Keep only the spot light and warmer ON to keep the popcorn warm,
dry and tasty.
14. Serve your popcorn with popcorn scoop provided.
15. Remove plug from power supply if the unit is not being used for a long time.
16. Repeat steps 7 to 10 for continue popping.
(I) Spot Light and Warmer
(II) Stirrer
(III) Stainless Steel Kettle Heater
Cleaning & Maintenance
To avoid burning excess amount of sugar from bottom of the inner pot , it is strongly
recommended to clean the kettle after using 3 to 4 times.
After using the popcorn machine, users should use wet towel to clean up the main unit,
main body and glasses; rubbish tray is strongly recommended to clean up frequently
so that there is no bacteria.
QUICK CLEANING PROCEDURE:
• Switch OFF (II & III). Pour 300 to 500 ml of water (NO detergent is necessary) into inner
pot.
• Switch ON the stirrer (II) & heater (III) again to boil the water and let the stirrer to turn in
order to remove excess amount of sugar stuck on the surface.
• Pour out the water after about 1 to 2 m i n u t e s of boiling.
Caution: HOT KETTLE!
• Repeat the same procedure 2 to 3 times to get better result.
STANDARD CLEANING PROCEDURE:
• Repeat the above “Quick cleaning procedure” until it’s relatively clean.
• Switch o the machine and wait for the popping pot become cold.
• Clean the inside andoutside of the kettle by brush and wet towel.
• NEVER immerse the kettle into water.
Warranty
THOROUGHLY INSPECT YOUR UNIT ON ARRIVAL
FunTime products have been tested for proper operation before leaving our factory to ensure
the delivery of your unit in perfect condition. However, there are instances in which the unit
may be damaged in transit. In the event you discover any type of damage to your product
upon receipt, you must immediately contact the transportation company who delivered the
item to you and initiate your claim with the same. If this procedure is not followed, it may aect
the warranty status of the unit.
LIMITED EQUIPMENT WARRANTY
All workmanship and material in FunTime products have a ve (5) year limited warranty on
parts in the United States and Canada. Such warranty is limited to the original purchaser only
and shall be eective from the date the equipment is placed in service. FunTime’s obligation
under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of defective parts, by the factory
authorized service agency or one of its sub-agencies. Models that are considered portable
(see below) should be taken to the closest FunTime service agency, transportation prepaid.
• FunTime will not assume any responsibility for loss of revenue.
• On all shipments outside the United States and Canada, see International Warranty.
• The warranty period for non-stick coatings is one year under normal use and reasonable
care. This warranty does not apply if damage occurs to non-stick coatings from improper
cleaning, maintenance, use of metallic utensils, or abrasive cleaners, abrasive pads,
product identiers, and point-of-sale attachments, or any other non-food object that comes
in continuous contact with the roller coating. This warranty does not apply to the “non-
stick” properties of such materials.
• This warranty does not apply to “Special Products” but to regular catalog items only.
FunTime’s warranty on “Special Products” is six (6) months on parts and ninety (90) days on
labor.
• This warranty does not apply to any item that is disassembled or tampered with for any
purpose other than repair by a FunTime Authorized Service Center or the Service Center’s
sub-agency.
• This warranty does not apply if damage occurs from improper installation, misuse, wrong
voltage, wrong gas or operated contrary to the Installation and Operating instructions.
• FunTime retains the exclusive right to repair or replace (with a new or newly-refurbished
replacement machine or part) the product or oer a full refund of the purchase price at
its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY
BREACH OF WARRANTY.
PARTS WARRANTY
Parts that are sold to repair out of warranty equipment are warranted for ninety (90) days.
The part only is warranted, the labor to replace the part is NOT warranted.
PARTS NOT COVERED BY 5-YEAR WARRANTY
1. There is a 30-day limited warranty on all consumable parts including kettles and/or light
bulbs.
2. Cosmetic damage, such as scratches, nicks and dents
3. Water damage to components of the kettle assembly due to immersion or improper
cleaning techniques.
4. Damage to the components of the kettle assembly due to improper use of cooking oil.
5. Installation of equipment
6. Damages due to improper installation
7. Damages from abuse or misuse
8. Operated contrary to the Operating and Installation Instructions
9. Cleaning of equipment
10. Seasoning of griddle plates
11. Voltage conversions
12. Gas conversions
13. Pilot light adjustment
14. Miscellaneous adjustments
15. Thermostat calibration and by-pass adjustment
16. Resetting of circuit breakers or safety controls or reset buttons
17. Replacement of bulbs
18. Replacement of fuses
19. Repair of damage created during transit, delivery, & installation OR created by acts of God
Warranty
Warranty
EXTENT OF WARRANTY
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
WHETHER ORAL, WRITTEN, OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR PURPOSE. The liability of FunTime arising out of sale, use or operation of
FunTime’s parts or equipment, whether in warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability,
including claims for special indirect or consequential damages, shall not, in any event, exceed
the cost of furnishing a replacement for a defective part or assembly as hereinabove provided.
Upon the expiration of the warranty period, as hereinabove provided, any such liability shall
terminate. The foregoing warranty shall constitute the sole and exclusive liability of FunTime.
Within the terms of this warranty the term “Original Purchaser” is limited to the individual,
company, or organization stated as the purchaser in warranty records of the FunTime or an
authorized reseller.
IN NO EVENT SHALL FUNTIME BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO
USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
FOR ASSISTANCE
Should you need any assistance regarding the Operation or Maintenance of any FunTime
equipment; write, phone, fax or email our Service Department. In all correspondence mention
the Model number and the Serial number of your unit.
We love hearing from our valued customers!
It’s our goal to make sure you have a wonderful experience
with our FunTime Popcorn products.
If you have questions, need help troubleshooting,
or simply want to say hello, feel free to contact us:
Phone:
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