Goldmedal Econo-Floss User manual

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Part No. 42131
Revised: May 2004
Floss Machine
Instruction Manual
Model #3017, #3017SS AND #3077
Econo-Floss
Floss-Maxx
Cincinnati, OH 45241-4807 USA

Floss Machines
All Models #3017, #3017SS, and #3077
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Safety Precautions

Floss Machines
All Models #3017, #3017SS, and #3077
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INTRODUCTION
Your Floss Machine warranty is described on the back page of this manual. This does NOT cover the
ribbons, bands or motor bearings since, they can be damaged by the operator.
After unpacking, check thoroughly for any damage which may have occurred in transit. Claims should be
filed immediately with the transportation company. The warranty also does not cover damage that occurs in
transit or damage caused by abuse or consequential damage due to the operation of this machine, since it
is beyond our control.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The GOLD MEDAL Floss machine requires a 15 amp, 120 volt, 60 cycle electrical
service.
The power supply cord is equipped with a machine ground (the tubular prong on the
male plug). For safety, always plug the machine into a grounded receptacle, which
has been tested for proper polarity to insure electrical safety.
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE MACHINE
Remove all padding and restraints.
Lower the shipping bracket so the bell housing "floats" freely on the springs. Unscrew and push down the
two knobs on each side of the cabinet top to lower the shipping bracket completely.
Make sure the floss ribbon(s) (heating element) located inside the head assembly has not shaken out of the
band during transportation. If the ribbon is out of the band, push it back into place manually, before plugging
in machine.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
MAIN SWITCH - Turns motor "on" or "off" and supplies current to the heat switch.
HEAT SWITCH - Turns current to the heating element (ribbon) "on" or "off."
HEAT CONTROL - Increases or decreases voltage to ribbon wire heating element using a graduated dial.

Floss Machines
All Models #3017, #3017SS, and #3077
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The easiest way to make sure you have the right texture sugar with proper flavor and colors is to use GOLD
MEDAL FLOSSUGAR. FLOSSUGAR gives good, rich colors and flavors, and does not exceed the color
limitations imposed by the Food and Drug Administration. FLOSSUGAR comes in sealed, plastic-coated
cartons with handy pouring spouts for filling. If you use your own flavors in cotton candy, make sure they are
not gum or starch based; these items burn on the ribbons.
Heat Control Setting Test
1. Follow the guidelines described on page 1 for supplying power to machine.
2. With main switch still OFF, fill floss head. Always fill it 90% full with sugar. This 90% level is necessary
to obtain a balanced condition in the floss head. DO NOT OVERFILL! Excessive vibration will occur if
overfilled. Before turning the power on, manually turn the head to balance out the sugar. This will
eliminate excessive vibration of the head.
Important: NEVER add sugar when motor is running.
3. Turn MAIN SWITCH and HEAT SWITCH "ON."
4. Turn heat control knob clockwise to maximum setting to initiate the fastest possible warm up.
5. The machine should start making floss in a few seconds. When the unit starts making floss, you must
reduce the heat setting. Turn the heat control knob counter clockwise to eliminate smoking. If you
operate the unit at "start up" setting, you will "carbonize" the ribbon.
6. Once you find the ideal setting for the HEAT CONTROL, operate with the setting near this position each
time.

Floss Machines
All Models #3017, #3017SS, and #3077
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MAKING FLOSS
Pick a cone; if it sticks in the stack of cones, twist it off the stack.
Hold an inch or two of the pointed end of the cone between two fingers and a thumb. With a
light flicking action, roll cone in the web of floss building up in the pan. Lift the cone up with
the ring of floss attached and rotate the cone to wrap the floss. DO NOT roll floss while the
cone is inside the pan. This will pack the floss too tightly.
If the floss fails to stick to the cone, pass the cone near the spinner head to pick up a “starter”
of melted sugar. Lift the cone out of the pan and wrap the floss with a "figure eight"
movement of the hand. This leaves giant pockets and makes the final product appear larger.
Make sure room humidity is not too high, or product will be "heavy".
1. Grip cone as shown. 2. Break into web of 3. Wind the sugar 4. Lift web of floss from the
floss with the cone. onto the cone. pan and roll onto the cone.
5. 6. 7. 8.
• DO NOT PUT HANDS OR OBJECTS IN ROTATING SPINNER HEAD.
• DO NOT FILL SPINNER HEAD WITH SUGAR WHILE IT IS ROTATING.
• OPERATOR SHOULD WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
• DO NOT PUT HANDS NEAR ROTATING SPINNER HEAD.
• USE FLOSS CONE TO COLLECT COTTON CANDY.

Floss Machines
All Models #3017, #3017SS, and #3077
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FLOATER ADJUSTMENT
In operation, the floss will collect on the FLOSS STABILIZER (if used). If the floss collects “low” on the
stabilizer, twist the front (leading) edge of the leather floaters down. You get more lift and the floss will
collect higher.
Form leather floaters as shown. This creates a lifting action to float the floss higher on the outside wall of
the floss pan.
SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE
When completing operation for the day (or any prolonged period), run all the sugar out of the floss head.
When empty, turn the heat to highest position for approximately one minute to “clean” the band by baking
off remaining sugar. NEVER put water in the floss head.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Unplug the machine and wait for the floss head to cool down to room temperature. Wipe all surfaces with a
clean, damp cloth.

Floss Machines
All Models #3017, #3017SS, and #3077
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Floss Machines
All Models #3017, #3017SS, and #3077
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FLOSS BANDS AND RIBBONS
The GOLD MEDAL Floss machine is equipped with a patent pending FLOSS BAND designed to give long
life, trouble-free service with little care. DO NOT scratch the band. To clean, unplug the machine and wipe
with a damp cloth.
GOLD MEDAL Floss Ribbons (heat elements) are made of nickel wire with insulation at the terminal point
and on the lead wires. They are designed to be as reliable as the GOLD MEDAL Floss Bands: however, the
ribbons must be handled carefully. DO NOT stretch the ribbon or it will not function properly.
Disassembly and Removal
1. Remove all sugar from the head of the machine before disassembling. If the unit is inoperative, carefully
turn the machine on its side and shake the sugar out.
2. Remove the four spinner cap retainer screws and spinner cap. In some cases, the sugar has caused the
cap and band to stick together. Applying gentle pressure with the heel of the hand should free the parts
for removal.
3. Remove the element lead wire retaining screws with a ¼" (9.5mm) nut driver and remove the element
lead wires from the terminals in the floss head. This will allow the band and ribbons to be removed.
4. Remove the band and ribbons. If there is excessive sugar buildup, soak the band and ribbons in hot
water until the sugar dissolves. When the sugar has been removed, tap the band in the palm of your
hand to loosen the ribbons for removal.
5. Inspect, then clean or replace band and ribbons. The primary reason for ribbon replacement is carbon
build up inside the ribbon wire from which the heating element is manufactured. If the ribbon is being
cleaned only, an additional hot water soak may help remove some of the carbon buildup.

Floss Machines
All Models #3017, #3017SS, and #3077
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TROUBLESHOOTING
LOW PRODUCTION
1. Check for excessive carbon on the ribbons. Follow the instructions for removing and cleaning band and
ribbon if needed.
2. Check heat control for correct setting.
3. Check the line voltage. A primary reason for low production and poor equipment performance is low line
voltage. Have an electrician check the line voltage and add new lines for all of the various equipment
you have plugged into the electric circuit if there is not enough current for the requirement listed on the
equipment nameplate.
4. Check the ribbons. For machines with two ribbons, one burned out or shorted ribbon will cut production
in half.
5. Foreign objects in the head assembly may short out a ribbon or cause an out-of-balance condition.
EXCESSIVE SMOKE
1. Check heat control setting. After warm up, equipment should make good floss at a reduced setting.
Never let the machine operate with the heat so high it produces smoke or if you can smell burned sugar.
This condition quickly fills the ribbon with carbonized sugar.
2. Check the product mixture being used. For best results, use nothing with a cornstarch base.
3. Check the band and ribbon for excessive sugar build up and remove if needed as described on page 9
of this manual.
EXCESSIVE VIBRATION
If the equipment is new, verify that shipping bolts have been loosened and packing materials were removed
from the machine.
When adding sugar to the floss head, always fill it 90% full to obtain a balanced condition in the head and
eliminate vibration. DO NOT add sugar with motor running!
Check for stretched or uneven suspension springs.
Run the sugar completely out, then check for foreign objects or sugar lumps in the head assembly.