Goldmedal 2003EX User manual

Citation, Whiz Bang &
Pop-A-Lot
Instruction Manual
Model #2001EX and #2003EX
Model #2005EX and #2007EX
Model #2102EX and #2119EX
PartNo.47699EX
RevisedJune 1996
Cincinnati, OH 45241-4807 USA
Model #2001EX Model #2003EX
Model #2102EX Model #2119EX
BACK TO INDEX

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
NOTE
The information, specifications and illustrations contained in this manual represent
the latest data available at time of publication. Right is reserved to make changes as
required at the discretion of Gold Medal Products Company without notice.
Any alterations to this equipment will void the warranty and
may cause a dangerous situation. NEVER make alterations
to the equipment.
Make sure all machine switches are in the OFF position
before plugging the equipment into a receptacle.
Always wear safety glasses when servicing this equipment.
Machine must be properly grounded to prevent electrical shock
to personnel.
Do NOT immerse the kettle, warmer, or any other part of this
equipment in water.
Always unplug the equipment before cleaning or servicing.
This equipment is designed and sold for commercial use only. This
equipment is not to be used by the consumer in home use. Do not allow
direct contact of this equipment by the public when used in food service
locations. Only personnel trained and experienced in the equipment
operation may operate this equipment.
Carefully read all installation instructions before operating the equipment.
To avoid serious burns, do NOT touch the kettle while it is hot.

Citation, Whiz Bang & Pop-a-Lot
ALL EXPORT MODELS
1
Machine Name Electrical Requirements
Wattage Size Current
Pop-A-Lot 1800 Watts 15 Amp
Whiz Bang 2400 Watts 20 Amp
Deluxe Whiz Bang 2800 Watts 30 Amp
Citation 2900 Watts 30 Amp
Deluxe Citation 3300 Watts 30 Amp
Antique Citation w/ Pump 3300 Watts w/ Pump 30 Amp w/ Pump
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This Instruction Manual and parts list will cover all poppers listed on the front cover as these are
so similar in construction and operation.
There is a common parts list beginning on page xx. When using this parts list, refer to the column
which lists your machine and obtain all your part numbers from this column. If your machine serial
number does not agree with those given with the parts list, you must refer to the previous instruc-
tion manual. This manual covers machines manufactured after December 1, 1974 ONLY.
CHECKING SHIPMENT
Your new popper is completely assembled, ready to operate. Remove the corrugated carton
from the machine. Check thoroughly for any damage which may have occurred in transit.
Claims should be filed immmediately with the transportation company.
Remove cardboard packing from the kettle assembly and bottom tray. Remove tape from gear
on the agitator shaft and gear on the drive motor. Remove tape from base socket of heat lamp
and bottom corn pan. Remove all other tape and stickers now, they get harder to remove with
each passing day.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standard voltages for all the popcorn machines covered by this manual is 120 volt, 60 cycle,
single phase, A.C. current. Your new popper is furnished with the proper attachment plug for
carrying the current, and this plug should always be used.
A wall receptacle and cover plate is shipped with each machine requiring 30 Amps. This
receptacle will accept the attachment plug on the popper and must be used. For your own
safety, have a qualified electrician wire this wall receptacle, and instruct him to follow the
diagram shown on page 4.
Amperage and wattage requirements for each machine are shown below. Your electrician
must furnish sufficient current for proper operation of your machine. We recommend each
popper be fused on a line by itself.
FLOOR MODELS ONLY
On floor model machines, the base is shipped in a separate carton. Unpack the base and
remove all packing material and tape. Remove the old maid pan from the popper. Untape the
lead-in cord and make sure it will hang free when the popper is lifted.
Lift the popper and set it on the base, making sure the popper lead-in cord is dangling inside
the base before lowering the popper into place. Run the lead-in cord through the hole in the

Citation, Whiz Bang & Pop-a-Lot
ALL EXPORT MODELS
2
CIRCUIT BREAKER
All the poppers covered by this manual have a 15 amp. circuit breaker mounted on the switch
panel. This circuit breaker protects the entire machine excluding the kettle. If this circuit
breaker kicks out continually, check for loose wires, short circuit, etc.
EXTENSION CORDS
Extension cords SHOULD NOT BE USED. You should have a properly sized outlet right at the
machine. Fires can result from a light duty extension cord that overheats due to overload. You
need a No. 12 wire for these machines, and extension cords of this heavy gauge are not
readily available. If you go over 25 feet from outlet, a No. 10 wire would be required. And the
extension must have a ground wire, properly connected, or you lose the safety features built
into the machine.
FINAL PREPARATIONS
Your popper was adjusted, inspected and tested before it left the factory, and should be ready
to operate immediately.
On the Antique Citation poppers equipped with a bucket pump and the Deluxe Citation pop-
pers, connect the oil line of the bucket seasoning pump to the machine. The electrical line is
connected by plugging in a six pin connector. The oil line is connected by snapping together a
quick disconnect coupling. Make sure the coupling is engaged properly or oil will leak.
Wipe all exposed surfaces with a damp cloth to remove fingerprints, smears, etc. which may
have occurred during installation.

Citation, Whiz Bang & Pop-a-Lot
ALL EXPORT MODELS
3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
LIGHT SWITCH
Flipping the lever of this switch to the "ON" position lights the bulbs in the popper dome
and the heat lamp in the case. (Heat lamp only on Antique Citation).
KETTLE MOTOR AND EXHAUST SWITCH
Flipping the lever of this switch to the "ON" position starts the agitator in the kettle and the
exhaust blower in the popper dome. The purpose of this agitator is to keep the raw kernels
on the bottom of the kettle and to prevent the popped corn from jamming.
WARMER SWITCH
Flipping the lever of this switch to the "ON" position energizes a blower-warmer system in
the Deluxe Citation, Citation and Deluxe Whiz Bang. On the Whiz Bang, Antique Citation
and Pop-a-Lot, this switch energizes two strip heaters on the underside of the corn pan.
These systems will freshen any pre-popped corn you may have left over, as well as keep
freshly popped corn warm and fresh.
"KETTLE HEAT" SWITCH
Moving the lever of this switch to the "ON" position energizes the heating elements or
element on the bottom of the kettle. When this switch is in the "ON" position, the red pilot
light next to it will be "ON".
NOTE
The following controls are only on the Antique Citation and Deluxe Citation poppers
equipped with a bucket seasoning pump.
"OIL SYSTEM MASTER" SWITCH (Deluxe Antique Citations only)
Moving the lever of this switch to the "ON" position energizes the electrical circuit of
the bucket seasoning pump. It also supplies the heat element of the pump with 40
watts of electrical power. This "LOW HEAT" will usually keep the oil liquid at aver-
age room temperatures. When this switch is in the "ON" position, the red pilot light
above it will be "ON".
"OIL PUMP" BUTTON
After the oil has melted, pressing the red "OIL PUMP" button for a few seconds
until the pilot light comes "ON", will start an automatic pumping cycle, which deliv-
ers the proper amount of oil to the kettle. The oil pump pilot light will remain on
while the automatic pumping cycle takes place.

Citation, Whiz Bang & Pop-a-Lot
ALL EXPORT MODELS
4
TIMER SWITCH
This switch on the bucket seasoning pump control box determines the length of
time the heat element of the bucket pump is at "HIGH HEAT". This "HIGH HEAT" is
produced by 500 watts of electrical power. Its purpose is to melt the oil quickly.
Whenever the timer switch is "ON", the pilot light above it will be "ON". The maxi-
mum time on the timer switch dial is thirty minutes. This is to prevent the possibility
of overheating the oil.
DIMMER SWITCH (on Antique Citation only)
Pushing the knob of this switch will light the 15 small bulbs on the top frame. Rotate
the knob to control the intensity of the lights. To turn off lights, push knob.
WIRING 20 & 30 Amp. RECEPTACLE
(Supplied with Citations, Whiz Bang & Pop-a-Lot)

Citation, Whiz Bang & Pop-a-Lot
ALL EXPORT MODELS
5
POPPING CORN(Machines without Bucket Seasoning Pump)
1. Turn "KETTLE HEAT" switch and "KETTLE MOTOR & EXHAUST" switch "ON".
2. "TEST POP" a kettle of corn.
A. Place one-fourth of the proper oil measure in the kettle along with three kernels of
unpopped corn.
B. As soon as the three kernels pop, place the balance of the oil, plus the measured
amount of corn and Flavacol in the kettle. Close the lid.
3. After the corn has finished popping, rotate the handle to dump the popcorn still in the
kettle. There is a stop to prevent the kettle from being rotated too far. Return the kettle to
the upright position.
4. Repeat the cycle starting with Item 2 (eliminate the "Three Kernel Test Pop" step) and put
a full charge of ingredients in at the same time to pop another kettle of corn. NOTE:
Always pop 4-5 batches of corn in a row. The quality and flavor are both better on batches
two through five than on the initial batch.
5. On the final kettle of corn, it is a good idea to turn the "KETTLE HEAT" switch "OFF", just
as the lids are forced open by the popping corn. This saves electricity, since there is plenty
of heat in the kettle, and also helps eliminate smoke and odor after you have stopped
popping.
When you are finished popping, make sure "KETTLE HEAT" and "KETTLE MOTOR & EXHAUST"
switches are turned "OFF". NEVER leave the heat on when you are not popping. If you place oil
in a hot kettle, remember to finish that popping cycle, or turn off the kettle. Exposure to heat starts
to break down color and flavor of popcorn oils.
Always wipe the complete exterior of your kettle with a heavy cloth immediately after you finish
popping and the kettle has cooled. Oil drippings will come off quite easily at this time, but will burn
on and stain if not removed. The sales appeal of a clean and gleaming machine must not be
overlooked. Your customers expect it of you.
6. Turn all switches "OFF" at the close of operations.
Machine Corn Charge Oil Charge Flavacol Seasoning Salt
Pop-a-Lot 8 oz. (236,6ml) 1/3 cup (79ml) 1 teaspoon (4,9ml)
Whiz Bang 12 oz. (354,8ml) 1/2 cup (118,3ml) 1½-2 teaspoons (7,4-9,9ml)
Citation 14 oz. (414ml) 4-5 oz. (118,3-147,9ml) 1 Tablespoon (14,8ml)
Your Gold Medal popper comes complete with corn and oil measure cups, sized as close to rated capacity of
your machine as are commercially available. We recommend that you use a flavored and colored coconut oil,
as popcorn popped in coconut oil stays fresher longer. Coconut oil does not leave the black deposits in your
kettle like other oils.
To avoid serious burns, do NOT touch kettle while it is hot!

Citation, Whiz Bang & Pop-a-Lot
ALL EXPORT MODELS
6
To avoid serious burns, do NOT touch kettle while it is hot!
POPPING CORN(Machines with Bucket Seasoning Pump)
1. Turn "LIGHT" switch and "WARMER" switch "ON".
2. Turn "OIL SYSTEM MASTER" switch "ON".
3. Set timer switch on the bucket seasoning pump control box for the desired HIGH HEAT
melting time. The length of time you choose depends on the temperature of the oil. Colder
oil takes longer to reach the 76º F; the melting point.
After you have melted the oil, the automatic low heat (energized by having the OIL SYSTEM
MASTER switch "ON") will usually keep the oil liquid at most room temperatures. Coconut oil will
congeal at temperatures below approximately 76º F. In cold areas, turn on the "HIGH HEAT"
occasionally for about 5-10 minutes to keep the oil liquid.
4. Turn "KETTLE HEAT" switch "ON".
5. After the oil in the bucket has melted, and the "KETTLE HEAT" switch has been on for a
couple of minutes, press the red oil pump button for a few seconds until the oil pump pilot
light comes on. The proper amount of oil is automatically pumped into the kettle.
6. With the kettle lid open, watch the oil and when it appears it is getting up to heat, turn the
"KETTLE MOTOR & EXHAUST" switch "ON". Pour in the premeasured corn and Flavacol.
Close the lid.
7. After the corn has popped, turn the handle to dump the popcorn. There is a stop to prevent
the kettle from being rotated too far.
8. Return the kettle to the upright position.
9. Repeat the cycle starting at Item 5, but put the corn and Flavacol in as soon as the oil is in
the kettle to pop another kettle of corn.
10.On the final kettle of corn, it is a good idea to turn the "KETTLE HEAT" switch "OFF", just
as the lids are forced open by the popping corn. This saves electricity, since there is plenty
of heat in the kettle, and also helps eliminate smoke and odor after you have stopped
popping.
When you are finished popping, make sure "KETTLE HEAT" and "KETTLE MOTOR & EXHAUST"
switches are turned "OFF". NEVER leave the heat on when you are not popping. If you place oil
in a hot kettle, remember to finish that popping cycle, or turn off the kettle. Exposure to heat starts
to break down color and flavor of popcorn oils.
Always wipe the complete exterior of your kettle with a heavy cloth immediately after you finish
popping and the kettle has cooled. Oil drippings will come off quite easily at this time, but will burn
on and stain if not removed. The sales appeal of a clean and gleaming machine must not be
overlooked. Your customers expect it of you.
11.Turn all switches "OFF" at the close of operations.
Machine Corn Charge Oil Charge Flavacol Seasoning Salt
Citation 14 oz. (414ml) 4-5 oz. (118,3-147,9ml) 1 Tablespoon (14,8ml)
Your Gold Medal popper comes complete with corn and oil measure cups, sized as close to rated capacity of
your machine as are commercially available. We recommend that you use a flavored and colored coconut oil,
as popcorn popped in coconut oil stays fresher longer. Coconut oil does not leave the black deposits in your
kettle like other oils.

Citation, Whiz Bang & Pop-a-Lot
ALL EXPORT MODELS
7
CARE AND CLEANING
GLASS PANEL AND CASE
A clean looking, well kept machine is one of the best ways of advertising your popcorn. Take a
clean cloth and first wipe excess oil from the glass. Wipe the outside, too. Then, use any glass
cleaner that is recommended for cutting grease (NO ammonia). We find a wax cleaner such
as Johnson's Shine-Up to be good for cleaning the aluminum exterior of your machine.
If the aluminum becomes darkened, try our NEV'R DULL Magic Wadding Polish. This miracle
product removes oxidation and makes aluminum really shine.
OLD MAID PAN
Empty the old maid pan and wipe clean daily or when it becomes filled.
CORN PAN
At least once a week, remove the corn pan from the machine by releasing the latches on each
side and lifting up. On the Whiz Bang, Antique Citation, and Pop-a-Lot poppers, you should
take apart the quick disconnects to the strip heaters under the corn pan before removing the
corn pan. Wipe all small bits of corn, oil and salt from the entire pan. Pay special attention to
the small holes in the pan on those models equipped with a blower-warmer.
BLOWER-WARMER UNIT (Citation, Deluxe Citation and Deluxe Whiz Bang only)
On these models, we recommend that you remove the corn pan each week and clean out all
trash corn from the Blower-warmer assembly, as well as the frame of the machine. You must
keep this Blower-warmer unit clean and free from trash corn for maximum efficiency and long
motor life.
HEAT LAMP BULB & SHIELD
Remove the bulb and shield when they become soiled with oil and wash carefully. Make sure
the bulb is completely dry before reinstalling.
EXHAUST FILTER
The purpose of the exhaust filter is to trap the hot oil from the popping operation, while allow-
ing the steam and delicious aroma of the corn to pass. To do this efficiently, the filter must be
kept clean. NOTE: This filter should be removed and washed in hot soapy water at least once
a week.
Disconnect main electrical power supply cord before cleaning to
eliminate the possibility of electrical shock.

Citation, Whiz Bang & Pop-a-Lot
ALL EXPORT MODELS
8
Remember to remove all excess water from the filter before reinstalling. If filter is too clogged,
soak it in Old Soak or replace. A clogged filter will stall the exhausst blower motor and ruin it.
BUCKET SEASONING PUMP (Deluxe Citation and Antique Citation only)
We recommend cleaning the bucket seasoning pump by cycling a cleaning
solution through it. Use a clean, empty seasoning bucket and fill it with hot
water and Old Soak cleaner (available from Gold Medal). Use one ounce of Old
Soak per gallon of hot water.
Make sure the "OIL SYSTEM MASTER" switch is "OFF". Disconnect the oil line
by means of the quick disconnect coupling. Slide the pump and the bucket of
seasoning oil to which it is attached from the cabinet. Remove the pump from
the seasoning oil and let the excess oil drain off. You must do this when the oil
is in the liquid state and not congealed. Wipe as much of the oil from the pump
as you can, and then mount the pump on the bucket containing the cleaning
solution. Slide the pump and bucket into the cabinet and reconnect the oil line.
Disconnect the kettle lead-in cord and remove the kettle from the cabinet. Place
a suitable container inside the popper to catch the cleaning solution after it is
cycled through the oil delivery system.
Turn the "OIL SYSTEM MASTER" switch "ON". Cycle the pump by means of the red "OIL
PUMP" button. Continue to cycle until the pump and delivery systems are clean. Turn the "OIL
SYSTEM MASTER" switch "OFF". Remove the pump from the cleaning solution. Replace the
cleaning solution with plain hot water and recycle the pump to flush out the cleaning solution.
Remove the pump from the hot water, allow it to drain for a few minutes, then wipe all ex-
posed surfaces dry.
Place the pump back into the bucket of seasoning oil immediately. Cycle the pump several
times to remove any water which may be inside the internal parts of the pump or delivery
system.
KETTLE
When you are finished popping for a while, and the kettle has cooled, wipe the oil off the
outside of the kettle and lids. Although the kettle shell is chrome plated, it will become black-
ened if you allow the oil to bake on. When not popping corn, always turn the "KETTLE HEAT"
switch to "OFF".
Avoid
turning the
pump
upside
down.
Never immerse the entire kettle in water. This will automatically
void the guarantee and ruin the electrical components.