Goldmedal MACHO POP 2554C User manual

Part No. 69915
Revised: September 2009
MACHO POP
Instruction Manual
Models 2553 & 2554 & 2554C
Cincinnati, OH 45241-4807 USA

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

MACHO POP
3 MODELS: 2553, 2554, & 2554C
Installation Instructions
Inspection of Shipment:
Unpack all cartons and check thoroughly for any damage that may have occurred during transit.
Damage claims should be filed immediately with the transportation company. Gold Medal is not
responsible for damage that occurs in transit.
Setup:
Your new Macho Pop Popcorn Machine is completely assembled and tested at the factory.
Remove all packing material and tape before starting operation.
Electrical Requirements:
The following power supply must be provided:
Model 2553: 120 VAC, 60 Hz., 30 Amp Fused Circuit
Model 2554: 120 VAC, 60 Hz., 20 Amp Fused Circuit
Model 2554C (Canada Only): 120 VAC, 60 Hz., 20 Amp Fused Circuit
The 2553 has a current draw of 19 Amps at 2300 Watts.
The 2554 has a current draw of 14 Amps at 1700 Watts.
The 2554C has a current draw of 14 Amps at 1700 Watts.
Your electrician must furnish sufficient current for proper machine operation. We recommend
this popper be on a dedicated and circuit protected line. Failure to wire properly will void the
warranty and can result in damage to the heat elements, light, motor and etc.
It is Gold Medal Products Company’s recommendation that this machine be plugged directly
into a wall outlet. The use of extension cords is not recommended due to safety reasons and
the popper’s performance will be sacrificed/reduced.
Before Plugging in the Machine:
1. Make sure that the wall outlet can accept the three (3) prong grounded plug on the power
supply cord.
2. The wall outlet must have the proper polarity. If in doubt, have a competent electrician
inspect the outlet and correct if necessary.
3. DO NOT use a three (3) prong grounded to two (2) prong ungrounded adapter.

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Operating Instructions – Controls and Their Functions
Oil System Master Switch (2553 Only):
Sends power to the oil pump, either the Bucket Pump or Bag-in-a-Box models. The
warmer/blower on the oil pump is activated. The warmer/blower on the oil pump will keep
coconut popping oil liquid if the doors on the base are kept closed. It may be desirable to
keep this switch on at night, if you have problems keeping the coconut oil liquid. Coconut oil
will congeal at temperatures below approximately 76º F [24º C].
“Red” Oil Dispense Momentary Switch (2553 Only):
When pushed, will dispense the predetermined amount of oil into the kettle. See page 5 of
this manual for oil setting instructions.
Light & Warmer Switch:
This switch operates the interior light, the lighted sign, and the corn deck freshener
heat elements.
Kettle Motor Switch:
This switch operates the popcorn agitator shaft. This switch must be ON at all times
when popcorn (popped and un-popped) exist in the kettle. This switch also activates
the exhaust fan.
Kettle Heat Switch:
This switch turns on the heat element located in the popcorn kettle by sending power
to the “Big Eye” – electronic control system.
Yellow Light & Audible Signal (LOAD – DUMP) :
The Macho Pop is equipped with the state-of-the-art “Big Eye” electronic control that
“watches your popcorn machine” to deliver optimum popping performance.
The “Big Eye” control will signal the operator to:
1. Load the corn and oil or
2. Dump the popped corn from the kettle or
3. Turn off the kettle heat switch if they are done popping corn
Amount of Popcorn and Oil:
The Macho Pop is equipped with a 16 ounce corn measure cup. Gold Medal
Products Company recommends the use of flavored and colored coconut oil.
Coconut oil does not leave black deposits in the kettle like other oils.
Corn Charge: 16 Oz. (355 ml) (Use the supplied corn measure cup.)
Oil Charge: 4-5 Oz.
Flavacol (Salt): 4 Teaspoons (11 cc. – Use the supplied salt scoop.)

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Setting the Amount of Popping Oil with a Gold Medal BIB
System
In March 2003, we introduced the model 2257 with the E-Z Set control.
Note: When connecting the bag-in-box
system, you must be sure to connect the
bag connectors as shown in the picture
to the left.
With this system, it is not necessary to set a timer. To adjust the oil amount, follow these
instructions:
Holding the RED Oil Dispense push button (on the popper) down while turning on the Oil System
Master switch (on the popper) puts the unit in the program mode. The oil light (on the popper) will
start to blink off and on indicating that the timer is in the program mode.
When in the program mode press and release the oil Dispense switch to start the oil flowing.
When the correct amount of oil has been dispensed into the measuring cup push the oil
Dispense switch again to stop the oil flow. The oil amount can be “topped off” by pushing the oil
Dispense switch on/off as many times as needed to finalize the oil amount. Turning the Oil
System Master switch off and then back on puts the unit in the regular mode. The unit will now
dispense the “programmed” amount of oil when the oil Dispense switch is pushed. The oil light
will light only when the oil pump is on.
You will need to perform this procedure with the oil lines full of oil. Otherwise, you are setting both
the amount of oil that goes in the kettle and the amount of oil required to fill the lines. Just fill the
lines using the process above, then reset the amount as described above.
NOTES:
Model 2257D is has the capability of “remembering” two different settings for poppers with the
“Salt/Sweet” option or “Flexi-Pop option.
- For Salt/Sweet models, just put the switch in the “salt” position, and set the oil amount as
described above. Then put the switch in the “sweet” position and repeat the setting procedure. The
pump will remember both settings.
- For Flexi-Pop models, just put the “Load” switch in one position, 32oz. for example, then set the oil
amount. Then put the load switch in the other position, 18oz. for example. And repeat the setting
procedure.
- Model 2457 is the heated line option for the 2257 pump.
The dead-leg connector
(With only one hose
connected to it) must be
installed on the to
p
box.
The Pass-thru connector
(With two hoses
connected to it) must be
installed on the bottom
box.
The Pass-thru connector
(With two hoses
connected to it) must be
installed on the bottom
box.

Preventing and Troubleshooting Oil Delivery Issues
It may occur at times that the Bag-In-Box oil pumping system does not deliver oil to the kettle, or
delivers it in incorrect amounts. This section is intended to list the most common causes of these
problems, and the procedures necessary to prevent and, if necessary, correct them.
Oil Temperature – Coconut oil becomes a solid at temperatures above the average room
temperature.
For this reason, it is necessary to ensure that the oil has been permitted to come to working
temperature before attempting to pump it through the system. If the machine has not been used for
several days, the oil master switch should be turned on the night before it is expected that the
machine will be used. For machines which are in daily use, even if not round the clock, leave the oil
master switch on at all times and keep the base cabinet doors closed to prevent the oil from
becoming solid.
Bag-In-Box Mounting – Because the bag’s dispensing connector is offset toward the bottom of the
box, to permit free oil flow and complete emptying of the oil from the bag, the box should never be
mounted upside down. Most boxes supplied will be clearly marked as to which side should be up
during dispensing. (Note that in some cases the box is intended to be stored with one side up, but to
be turned and used in dispensing with the other side up.) Be sure to double check to ensure that the
box is mounted in the correct dispensing orientation.
You may encounter boxes with no clear markings to indicate dispensing orientation. A reliable guide
in this case (and also for those boxes which are marked), is the direction that the top side flap of the
corrugated box is folded. When the box is properly mounted for dispensing, the top side flap will fold
down from the top edge of the box, so that if one were to attempt to separate the flap it would be
necessary to pull up from the bottom edge. See the illustrations below.
This edge is
seamless. The side
flap folds down
from this ed
g
e.
The bottom of the side
flap can be seen to be
open, not seamless,
TOP
Rear Side Flap
Front Side Fla
p
Top Side Flap
TOP
Looking at the box from the
bottom, the front and rear side
flaps can be seen folded along
the side of the box toward the
middle, and the outer, top side
flap folded down to cover them.
NOTE
The Bag-In-Box oil pumping system is NOT
designed to function when the bag has
been removed from the box. Service
results in such a situation are
unpredictable. Do not attempt to operate
the system with a bag which has been
removed from the box.

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Bag and Hose Connector Issues – There are two different types of dispensing nozzles employed
on the Bag-In-Box oils, as well as two different types of connectors installed on the oil pumping
system hoses which connect to the bag’s dispensing nozzles. The particular combination of
connectors in your system will determine the appropriate method for connecting the Bag-In-Box oil
bag to the system hosing. These combinations will be illustrated and explained in the following
section.
Bag Dispensing Nozzle – Blue Insert Bag dispensing Nozzle – White
Insert
Blue Insert Bag Nozzle with
Blue/White Hose Connector
White Insert Bag Nozzle with
Blue/White Hose Connector
1. With the blue collar on the hose
connector retracted toward
crosspiece, slide hose connector
shell onto bag nozzle.
2. Holding the bag nozzle behind
the flange, slide the blue collar
forward to lock the hose connector
onto the bag nozzle.
3. Connector shown with shell
correctly engaged and collar
forward in lock position.
4. Place fingers behind flange and
use thumbs to slide the crosspiece
forward into the nozzle. Oil flow is
initiated.
1. With the blue collar on the hose
connector retracted toward
crosspiece, slide hose connector
shell onto bag nozzle.
2. Holding the bag connector, slide
the blue collar forward to lock the
hose connector onto the bag
nozzle.

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Blue Insert Bag Nozzle
with Gray Hose Connector
White Insert Bag Nozzle
with Gray Hose Connector
3. Connector shown with shell
correctly engaged and collar
forward in lock position. Oil flow
commences. Do not slide
crosspiece forward.
1. Grasp the bag nozzle and slide
the gray hose connector on from
the side.
2. With the hose connector in
place, place fingers behind flange
on connector and press plunger
forward to lock.
3. Connector shown with shell
correctly engaged and plunger
forward in lock position. Oil flow
commences.
1. Grasp the bag nozzle and slide
the gray hose connector on from
the side.
2. With the hose connector in
place, place fingers behind flange
on connector and press plunger
forward to lock.
3. Connector shown with shell
correctly engaged and plunger
forward in lock position. Since the
White Insert Bag Nozzle is not
designed to work with the insert
pressed forward, this configuration
may or may not work. If it does
not, remove the gray hose
connector and order the blue hose
connector from Gold Medal.
NOTE: If the oil does not flow after engaging plunger on gray hose
connector, or if the crosspiece is inadvertently pushed forward when
using the blue hose connector with the white insert nozzle, the nozzle
center slider insert will be left pushed back into the bag, as shown
above left.
To correct this, place fingers behind nozzle as shown above
right. You will feel the center slider protruding slightly into the bag.
Holding the nozzle body from the front, press the slider from the back
side of the nozzle until it snaps outward into its correct position. The
nozzle is now read
y
to be used with a blue hose connector.

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Popping Instructions:
1. Turn both the KETTLE HEAT and KETTLE STIR MOTOR switches ON.
2. Wait until the Yellow Light and Audible Signal activate.
3. Load both a full corn/oil charge and Flavacol Seasoning Salt into the kettle. Close
the lids.
4. When the corn has finished popping, the Yellow Light and Audible Signal will “tell
you” to dump the kettle.
Remember:
If the Yellow Load - Dump light is turned on and the Signal is sounding one of the
following actions should be taken:
1. Load the corn and oil or
2. Dump the popped corn from the kettle or
3. Turn off the kettle heat switch when popping of corn is complete
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 procedure saves electricity
since the kettle has plenty of heat, and eliminates smoke/odor from any oil residue
that remains after you have finished popping.
When you are finished popping, make sure “KETTLE HEAT” and “KETTLE MOTOR”
switches are turned “OFF”.
NEVER LEAVE THE HEAT ON WHEN YOU ARE NOT POPPING CORN.

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Care and Cleaning
DAILY:
Clean the Kettle
1. As you pop corn, wipe the kettle with a clean cloth. It is easy to keep the outside clean
when the kettle is warm and the oil is not baked on. CAUTION: The hot kettle will cause
burns if you touch it with your hand. Allow the kettle to cool for at least 1 hour before
attempting to clean.
2. Every night, mix a gallon of Heat’n Kleen solution (2 tablespoons per gallon of water).
Add 16 oz. of this solution into the kettle. Turn on the kettle heat. When the water starts
to boil, turn off the kettle heat, and allow the solution to work over-night.
3. The next morning, dump the solution into a bucket and wipe the inside of the kettle with
a cloth. Make sure all of the solution goes into the bucket, and that you do not spill any
into the interior cabinet of the machine.
DO NOT immerse the kettle in water or any other cleaning solution, this will void the
warranty.
Clean the Popcorn Machine
1. Wipe the stainless steel parts with a clean cloth and cleaner designed for stainless steel.
Do not use oven cleaners, as they will damage parts of the machine..
2. Ammonia cleaners will damage the plastic doors. Use only non-ammonia cleaners,
such as Gold Medal’s – Watchdog Glass Cleaner – item number 2588.

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Filter Cleaning Instructions
Your popcorn machine is equipped with an efficient and durable filtration
system. However, the filter should be cleaned every 1-2 weeks to maintain
efficiency. Follow the steps below for proper filter cleaning:
1. The filter is located on the inside of the popcorn machine, directly
above the popping kettle.
2. Remove the filter by gripping the filter itself, and pulling straight down.
(As shown below.)
3. Clean the filter in warm soapy water, and allow to dry overnight.
Replace the filter by putting it into the slot, and pushing upward. (As
shown below) Make sure the filter frame is flush with the roof of the
machine. (As shown above)

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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

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ORDERING SPARE PARTS
1. Identify the needed part by checking it against the photos, illustrations, and/or the parts list.
2. When ordering, please include part number, part name, and quantity needed.
3. Please include your model name, serial number, and date of manufacture (located on the
machine nameplate) with your order.
4. Address all parts orders to:
Parts Department
Gold Medal Products Co.
10700 Medallion Drive
Cincinnati, Ohio 45241-4807
or, place orders at:
[phone]
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Page: www.gmpopcorn.com

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Temperature Control
The Macho Pop has a electronic kettle control with 2 thermocouples, one
for control and one for limit. There are no mechanical thermostats in this
kettle.
There are (4) factory adjustments on the control:
Control temperature – do not adjust this one
Signal to dump – If you want the signal to dump to be a little sooner
or later you can adjust the potentiometer marked “kettle dump”.
CW is sooner, CCW is later.
The patented overshoot circuit is tuned for the kettle, do not adjust
this potentiometer.
The audible signal to dump has three options; full volume, half
volume, no sound (just the yellow light). Adjustments are by jumper
positions. This is set to full volume from the factory.
The control temperature is set
at 460F, DO NOT ADJUST
The overshoot is set at (-20%), full
CW position, DO NOT ADJUST
This is the “Kettle
Dump” adjustment, and
is factory set to signal
when the kettle is ready
to dump. Turning CW
will signal sooner, CCW
will signal later. If you
need to adjust, make
very small adjustments.
Remove this
jumper for no
sound
Remove this
jumper for lower
volume
It does not matter which TC
goes to A or B. It does matter
that the yellow leads go to the
positive terminals.
Hot Lead is
at L1,
Neutral lead
at L2.

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Kettle Parts Breakdown
Gold Medal Products has used (2) different kettle styles in the Macho Pop
popper over the last few years. One kettle style has a bonded-on heat element
in which the elements are not replaceable. The other style has clamp-on
elements in which the elements can be replaced individually. To determine
which style kettle you have, aside from taking the kettle apart, locate the
square junction box cover on the bottom of the kettle. (Shown in figure 1
below.) This junction box cover has a series of kettle numbers on it – in which
only 1 will be checked/marked. After determining the kettle number you have,
see the following (3) pages for the correct parts breakdown for your kettle.
Figure 1:
Note: Only one of
these boxes will be
checked. The one that
is checked is your
kettle part number.
After locating the part
number, see the
following (3) pages for
kettle parts.

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Kettle Breakdown – With Clamp-On Element
Model 2554 & 2554C (Without Oil) – Kettle Complete – P/N 55199E
Model 2553 (With Oil) – Kettle Complete – P/N 55166E
Dump Handle Assy.
–
Knob only is p/n 47110
p/n 47102 (Complete)
Kettle Cord Assy
p/n 55176
Kettle Shell S.S.
p/n 67892
Junction Box (On the
bottom of the kettle –
not shown in photo.)
p/n 47393
1550 Watt Element
p/n 67014
Element Clamp (6)
p/n 67894
Heat Transfer Plate
p/n 67890
Kettle Weld Assy.
p/n 67892
Kettle Gasket
p/n 41598
Retaining Nut
p/n 41434
1/4-20 Lock Nuts (12)
p/n 46311

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Kettle Breakdown – With Bonded-On Element
Model 2554 & 2554C (Without Oil) – Kettle Complete – P/N 56100E
Model 2553 (With Oil) – Kettle Complete – P/N 56101E
Kettle with Bonded On
Elements
p/n 58216
Terminal Shunt Ba
r
(2)
p/n 77864
Gasket 16oz
p/n 41598
Kettle Cord Assy
p/n 62305
Kettle Shell S.S.
p/n 41081
Dump Handle Assy.
–
Knob only is p/n 47110
p/n 47102 (Complete)
Junction Box (On the
bottom of the kettle –
not shown in photo.)
p/n 47393

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Lid and Agitator Assembly
Complete Lid & Agitator Assemblies Also Available:
Model 2553: Part Number 41066
Model 2554: Part Number 41181
Bearing Hub (Included
with p/n 41093 Agitator
Assy.)
p
/n 43434
Spur Gea
r
p/n 47060
Set Screw is p/n 41742
Oil Tube W/Funnel
(2553 Only)
p
/n 41239
Set Colla
r
p/n 47326
Set Screw is p/n 47751
Front Kettle Lid
p/n 41123
Crossbar Assy.
p/n 41180
(
2553 uses 41086
)
Threaded Block
p/n 61167
Needle Bearing
p/n 47106
Crossbar Bushing (2 Req’d)
p/n 47097
Rear Kettle Lid
p/n 41120
10-32X ½” Screw
p/n 40717
Agitator Shaft Assy.
p/n 41093

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Cabinet Parts
Doo
r
s (2)
p/n 50179
Lexan Front Panel
p/n 50180
Old Maid Pan
p/n 40276
Rubber Feet
p/n 41282
Corn Pan
Weldment
p/n 50186
See page 19 for
door hardware.
Optional Salt-
Sweet Switch
p/n 48615
Switch Plate Label
p/n 50088
(2553 uses p/n
50089
)
Lighted Rocker
Switches
p/n 42798
Dome
p/n 69854
Oil Switch and
Pump Button (2553
only)
Rocker is p/n 42798
Red Push Button is
p/n 41031
Pilot Light, Amber 125V
p/n 55039
Warmer Element
(2) req’d – Not
Shown
p/n 40557
“Big Eye” Popping
Instructions Label
p/n 68728

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Coated Reflector Flood, 65W
p/n 47176 Filte
r
p/n 69850
Fluorescent Light Tube
p/n 12502
If equipped with LED,
The parts are as follows:
6 Watt LED Strip – p/n 55379
24VDC/20W Power Supply – p/n 55394
Lamp Holde
r
p/n 47047
Kettle Drive
Motor
p/n 47038
Gear Block
p/n 67194
Hanger Arm
Front
p/n 47262
Hanger Arm Rea
r
p/n 47228
Pilot Light,
Amber 125V
p/n 55039
Spur Gea
r
p/n 47060
Sign, Lighted
Dome
p/n 41301
Receptacle Assy
p/n 55177 Exhaust Blowe
r
p/n 48018
Temperature
Control
p/n 41001
Kettle Relays (2)
p/n 55219
Glass (3) Pieces
p/n 47339
Dimensions:
28 3/16” X 22 15/16” X 1/8”