Nostalgia Electrics Hollywood HKP200 Quick guide

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HKP200
Hollywood by Nostalgia Electrics™
Kettle Popcorn Maker
Instructions and Recipes

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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
PARTS & ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
HOW TO OPERATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
HELPFUL TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
RECIPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
RETURNS & WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
SAFETY
Appliance Specifications:
120 Volts, 60 Hertz
375 Watts, ETL Approved
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and
on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards
that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard
is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you
what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
NEVER immerse in water.1.
NEVER use near water.2.
NEVER use an abrasive sponge or cloth.3.
NEVER use a scouring pad on the appliance.4.
NEVER leave appliance unattended while in use.5.
NEVER force Kettle in or out of the brackets as this may cause gears6.
to become misaligned and appliance will not operate properly.
Unplug unit from outlet when not in use and during cleaning.
7.
DO NOT operate this appliance with a damaged cord or8.
plug, nor if the appliance ever malfunctions.
DO NOT clean any parts of this appliance in a dishwasher.9.
Keep out of reach of children.10.
This appliance is NOT A TOY.11.
Unsupervised young children and cognitively challenged12.
individuals should never operate this appliance.
Young children should be supervised while in proximity of the13.
appliance to ensure that they do not play with it.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Basic safety precautions should always be followed when
using electrical appliances, including the following:
Read all instructions before operating this appliance.
1.
Keep door of Main Unit closed while operating. Do not2.
touch Kettle while operating; it gets very HOT.
To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug
3.
or any part of this appliance in water or other liquids.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.4.
Unplug from outlet when not in use, before removing parts and before cleaning.5.
DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug,6.
nor if the appliance has been damaged in any manner. Return the
appliance to the nearest repair shop for examination or repair.
The manufacturer does not recommend the use of accessory
7.
attachments. Use of accessory attachments may cause injuries.
DO NOT use outdoors.8.
Position the appliance as close to the outlet as possible9.
to prevent injury due to tripping over cord.
DO NOT leave Kettle motor running once popping has ceased.10.
Extreme caution must be used when moving this appliance.11.

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DO NOT use the appliance for other than its intended use.12.
An appliance that is plugged into an outlet should13.
not be left unattended while in operation.
Check Kettle for presence of foreign objects prior to use.
14.
Make sure the Kettle is properly attached to brackets before15.
operating and that the motor plug is plugged into the Kettle.
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting
16.
from becoming entangled or tripping over a long cord.
Longer detachable power supply cords can be used if care is exercised in their use.
17.
The marked electrical rating of an extension cord should be at18.
least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).19.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into
a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself, as opening or20.
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the HOLLYWOOD by NOSTALGIA ELECTRICS™
KETTLE POPCORN MAKER! With its classic style reminiscent of the movie
palaces of Hollywood's golden era, this popcorn maker will be the hit of
all your star-studded affairs! It features a large, stainless steel kettle with
a built-in stirring system and pops up to 8 cups of popcorn per batch. It
includes a Measuring Spoon for oil and a Measuring Cup for corn kernels,
so every batch pops perfectly. A vented, tempered window and marquee
light allows you to watch the popcorn popping, and the handy drawer
simplifies serving. Over 150 reusable vinyl letters allow you to customize
the marquee. With the HOLLLYWOOD by NOSTALGIA ELECTRICS™
KETTLE POPCORN MAKER, popcorn has never tasted so good at home!

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PARTS & ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY
Your HOLLYWOOD KETTLE POPCORN MAKER comes fully assembled.
Simply insert the Kettle into brackets and screw in the crank handle.
PARTS
(A) Main Unit (B) Kettle
(2 oz Capacity)
(C) Kernel
Measuring Cup
(¼ cup = 2 oz)
(D) Oil Measuring
Spoon (1 tbsp)
ON / OFF &
Light Switches
Crank Handle
Drawer
Stainless
Steel Kettle

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SWITCH LOCATION
There are separate ON/OFF switches for the light and the main unit. The switches
are located on the top of the Marquee. The unit comes with a 20 Watt Lightbulb
(installed). Follow directions in Changing the Lightbulb section to change the bulb.
CUSTOMIZING THE MARQUEE
The unit comes with a sheet of reusable vinyl letters and characters to
customize the Marquee. Simply peel and stick the letters to the Marquee.
If you have trouble peeling the letters, try using an exacto knife or letter
opener. You can also print messages from the computer and insert the
paper into the Marquee slots. Use your imagination and have fun!

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HOW TO OPERATE
Before first use, clean the inside of the unit by wiping with a moist,
non-abrasive sponge, towel or cloth and then wipe with a non-
abrasive dry towel. Wipe down the inside of the Kettle and be
sure it is properly placed in the brackets before starting.
First, find a flat surface near an electrical outlet before
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starting. Make sure your cord is away from any water source.
It is acceptable to use an extension cord if needed.
Gather your popcorn making supplies: popcorn, seasonings, bowls or bags for2.
holding the popcorn, cooking oil, Kernel Measuring Cup and Oil Measuring Spoon.
(Kernel Measuring Cup and Oil Measuring Spoon are included with your unit)
Plug in the appliance while switch is flipped to OFF position.3.
Make sure Kettle is properly secured in support brackets.4.
Make sure Kettle motor is plugged in.5.
Turn appliance ON by flipping the switch on the top of the machine.6.
Allow the appliance to run 3-5 minutes to heat up Kettle.
Turn unit OFF.7.
Use the Oil Measuring Spoon supplied with your HOLLYWOOD KETTLE8.
POPCORN MAKER to add 1 tablespoon of your favorite popcorn cooking oil to
the Kettle. For best popping results, it is suggested to use light vegetable oil.
Add ¼ cup popcorn kernels to the Kettle using supplied Kernel Measuring Cup.
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Turn the unit ON and close the door. In no time at all, you will10.
hear the popping begin. Fresh, hot popcorn will begin to burst
out of the flip lids on the Kettle - just like at the theater!
Once the kernels have stopped popping, tip the Kettle using the11.
red knob on the Crank Handle to release the popcorn.
To serve popcorn, simply pull out drawer. The door to the Main Unit locks
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magnetically which helps seal in the heat so that popcorn stays warm longer.

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HELPFUL TIPS
SMOKING
If your HOLLYWOOD KETTLE POPCORN MAKER begins to smoke during
cooking, it may be due to grease build up. In order to reduce smoking,
make sure that you clean the inside of the Kettle between uses.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Make sure appliance is unplugged and completely cooled before cleaning. Unplug1.
the outer plug to the outlet as well as the Kettle motor plug inside the Main Unit.
Use slightly damp, non-abrasive sponge, towel or cloth to wipe down the2.
inside and outside of Main Unit, then wipe with a non-abrasive towel to dry.
After Kettle motor has been unplugged and Kettle has completely cooled,
3.
turn Crank Handle clockwise to loosen and remove from Kettle.
Remove Kettle from support brackets.4.
Take Kettle out of the Main Unit. After removing Kettle from5.
Main Unit, fill ²⁄³of Kettle with hot, soapy water.
Let the Kettle sit for 15 – 20 minutes to cut the grease. (time may vary – use
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your own judgment depending on the amount of cleaning necessary)
Empty water. If necessary, use the scrubber side of a7.
cleaning sponge to scrub inside of Kettle.
Rinse inside carefully and dry.
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Wipe outside of Kettle with damp cloth and dry.9.
Reattach Kettle to Main Unit and then reattach the Crank Handle by inserting10.
Crank Handle into the Kettle. Turn the Crank Handle counter-clockwise to tighten.
NOTE: To protect the motor plug from getting wet, never immerse the Kettle
in any liquid. Never place any parts in the dishwasher. Always wash by hand.
CHANGING THE BULB
The unit comes with a 20 watt lightbulb installed to make the
Marquee light up. When the bulb goes out, you may change it. Use
a regular lightbulb up to 20 watts or a compact flourescent lightbulb
up to 20 watts for greater light intensity (a compact flourescent
lightbulb is the equivalent of 150 watts with a 20 watt output).
Follow the steps below to change the lightbulb:
While unit is turned off and has cooled completely, unscrew the nine screws1.
underneath the Marquee using a Phillips head screwdriver. There are three
screws on the front underside of the Marquee, three on the right underside
of the Marquee and three on the left underside of the Marquee.
Lift top of Main Unit to expose the bulb.2.
Unscrew lightbulb and replace with either a regular lightbulb up to3.
20 watts or a compact flourescent lightbulb up to 20 watts.
Replace top of Main Unit and replace screws.
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RECIPES
The HOLLYWOOD KETTLE POPCORN MAKER makes hot, fresh,
theater-style popcorn anytime! Enjoy your freshly
popped corn in a variety of ways:
Regular theater style popcorn – add butter and salt.•
Add a pinch of sugar and salt to popcorn for a sweet kettle corn taste.•
Flavored popcorn – add seasoning from any gourmet popcorn seasoning kit.•
Try some of these fun recipes•
1 Gallon = 16 Cups•
PARMESEAN POPCORN
1 Gallon of•
Popped Corn
1 Tsp Garlic•
Powder
3 Green Onions,•
finely chopped
½ Tsp Cracked•
Pepper
1 Tsp Sea Salt•
1 Cup Parmesean•
Cheese, grated
(more or less
to taste)
3 Tbsps Olive•
Oil, heated
Pop corn kernels using the HOLLYWOOD KETTLE
POPCORN MAKER as directed on page 7.
Combine garlic powder, green onions, cracked
pepper, sea salt and parmesean cheese. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, drizzle hot
olive oil over popcorn.
Toss until well coated.
Slowly add in dry ingredients while continuously
strirring popcorn until well coated.
You may also shake the dry ingredients over
popcorn in a large paper or muslin bag.
TRADITIONAL POPCORN BALLS
½ Cup Popcorn•
½ Cup Corn Syrup•
½ Cup Granulated•
Sugar
½ Teaspoon Salt•
1 Stick of Butter,•
softened
Pop corn kernels using the HOLLYWOOD KETTLE
POPCORN MAKER as directed on page 7.
Mix corn syrup, sugar and salt together in pot and
dissolve over medium heat for about 3 minutes.
Add popcorn to pot, stirring and tossing consistently
until popcorn is evenly coated at low heat.
Remove from heat.
Use softened butter to form balls while
popcorn mixture is still warm.
Wrap individual balls in plastic wrap, tie
and store at room temperature.

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CHUNKY MONKEY
1 Gallon Popcorn•
1 12-oz bag•
Semi-Sweet
Chocolate Chips
1 12-oz bag Peanut•
Butter Morsels
4.2 oz bag Banana•
Chips, broken
into small pieces
11-oz bag Peanuts•
Pop corn kernels using the HOLLYWOOD KETTLE
POPCORN MAKER as directed on page 7.
Melt chocolate chips and peanut butter morsels
over stove, as packaging recommends.
Line cookie sheet with wax paper.
Toss together popcorn and banana chips.
Spread popcorn and banana chip
mixture evenly over cookie sheet.
Drizzle melted chocolate and peanut butter
mixture over popcorn and banana chips.
Sprinkle peanuts over chocolate
and peanut butter mixture.
Allow to cool.
When chocolate and peanut butter has hardened,
break up the Chunky Monkey into pieces.
Can be stored in plastic freezer bags.
POPCORN PEPPERMINT BARK
1 Gallon•
Popped Corn
1 12-oz bag Semi-•
Sweet or Dark
Chocolate Chips
1¼ cup Peppermint•
Sticks, crushed
Pop corn kernels using the HOLLYWOOD KETTLE
POPCORN MAKER as directed on page 7.
Melt chocolate chips over stove,
as packaging recommends.
Line cookie sheet with wax paper.
Spread popcorn evenly over cookie sheet.
Drizzle melted chocolate over popcorn.
Sprinkle crushed peppermints over chocolate.
Allow to cool.
When chocolate has hardened, break up
Popcorn Peppermint Bark into pieces.
Can be stored in plastic freezer bags.

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RETURNS & WARRANTY
SHOULD YOUR UNIT NOT WORK OR IS DAMAGED WHEN
YOU FIRST TAKE IT OUT OF THE BOX, PLEASE RETURN
IT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE IMMEDIATELY.
HOLLYWOOD by NOSTALGIA ELECTRICS™
KETTLE POPCORN MAKER / HKP200
Should you have any questions, please contact us via email or at the
customer service number listed below between the hours of 8:00 AM
and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, Central Standard Time.
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Green Bay, WI 54304-5685
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This appliance is designed and built to provide many years of satisfactory
performance under normal household use. The distributor pledges to the
original owner that should there be any defects in material or workmanship
during the first 90 days of purchase, we will repair or replace the unit at
our option. Our pledge does not apply to damages caused by shipping,
mishandling or unit being dropped. A product deemed defective either from
manufacturing or being mishandled is up to the distributor’s discretion.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, please contact Nostalgia
Products Group, LLC at the telephone number listed above or by filling out
the Customer Service Inquiry Form located at www.nostalgiaelectrics.com.
This warranty does not apply to re-manufactured merchandise.
Please read these instructions carefully. Failure to comply with these instructions,
damages caused by improper replacement parts, abuse or misuse will void this
pledge to you and is being made in place of all other expressed warranties.