Nostalgia Electrics PCM805 Quick guide

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PCM805
Hard & Sugar Free Candy Cotton Candy Maker
Instructions and Recipes
Instructions et Recettes
Instrucciones y Recetas
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
PARTS & ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
HOW TO OPERATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
HELPFUL TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
RECIPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
RETURNS & WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
SAFETY
Appliance Specifications:
120 Volts, 60 Hz
450 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 use a scouring pad on the unit.1.
NEVER leave unit unattended while in use.2.
NEVER place anything other than the intended candies in the Extractor Head.3.
NEVER pour water or any other liquid into the Extractor Head.4.
NEVER put fingers on or near the Extractor Head or Heating5.
Element while machine is on, nor while it is still hot.
Unplug unit from outlet when not in use and when cleaning.6.
DO NOT operate this appliance with a damaged cord or plug7.
or in the event the appliance ever malfunctions.
DO NOT put in dishwasher.8.
Keep out of reach of children.9.
This appliance is NOT A TOY.10.
This appliance is not intended for use by unsupervised11.
children or cognitively challenged individuals.
Young children should be supervised while product is in use12.
to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including:
Read all instructions before operating this appliance.1.
DO NOT TOUCH the hot surfaces.2.
To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug3.
or any part of this unit in water or other liquids.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
4.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before removing parts for cleaning.5.
DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or6.
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
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attachments. Use of attachments may cause injuries.
DO NOT use outdoors.8.
DO NOT let the cord touch hot surfaces.9.
DO NOT pour water or any other liquid into the Extractor Head.10.
DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.11.
Extreme caution must be used when moving this appliance.12.
This unit must be on a level surface to operate properly.13.

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DO NOT use this appliance for other than its intended use.14.
DO NOT leave unit unattended while in use or when plugged into an outlet.15.
Check inside of the Heating Element, located beneath the Extractor16.
Head, for foreign objects before switching to ON position.
Heating Element will get hot. Avoid contact until fully cooled.
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A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting18.
from becoming entangled or tripping over a long cord.
Longer, detachable power supply cords or extension cords
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can be used if care is exercised in their use.
The marked electrical rating of the cord or extension cord should
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be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
When using a longer cord or extension cord, make sure that21.
the cord does not drape over a countertop or tabletop where
it can be pulled on or tripped over unintentionally.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than22.
the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is
intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way.
Keep hands away from the machine when it is in the ON position and is spinning.23.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
INTRODUCTION
The HARD & SUGAR-FREE COTTON CANDY MAKER transforms your
favorite hard candies into fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth cotton candy. For a low-
calorie treat, sugar free candies can be used. Simply plug in, turn on, pour
yummy candies into the center receptacle, and start spinning colorful and
tasty treats. This fanciful product is fun for the whole family and brings
out the kid in everyone. People love to collect the delicate webs of cotton
candy on their cones while circling the translucent pink bowl. Instantly,
gatherings are transformed into carnivals and dessert time into party time!
Your HARD & SUGAR-FREE COTTON CANDY MAKER is like
having two units in one! It will spin BOTH sugar and hard candies
into sweet candy floss that you collect on cones by spinning
the cone as it circles the bowl…just like at the carnival!

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PARTS & ASSEMBLY
After Taking the Unit Out of the Box:
Take the HARD & SUGAR-FREE COTTON CANDY MAKER
out of the box and wipe down the unit exterior and bowl
with a non-abrasive cloth or sponge before using.
To attach the Extractor Head, push down onto the stem and make sure
that the grooves are properly aligned to fit over the pegs on the stem.
To attach the Bowl, carefully push the bowl down and turn counterclockwise
until it locks into place. Then attach Rim to Bowl by snapping in place.
Now you are ready to enjoy tasty, fluffy cotton candy from your
HARD & SUGAR-FREE COTTON CANDY MAKER.
Rim
Bowl
Extractor Head
Main Unit
Includes
Reusable
Plastic Cones
Sugar Scoop
(1 Tbsp.)

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HOW TO OPERATE
First, find a stable surface near an electrical outlet before1.
starting. Make sure the cord is away from any water source.
It is acceptable to use an extension cord if needed.
Plug in unit at the OFF position.2.
Turn unit ON position and allow it to run for at least 3-5 minutes before3.
adding hard candy. This will allow the Extractor Head to heat.
Turn unit OFF and place no more than two pieces of hard candy or one scoop of
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flavored sugar (1 tbsp.) into the Extractor Head. Make sure the candies are evenly
placed on either side of the Extractor Head (see image below).
Switch to ON position.
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When you see the cotton candy web begin, collect the cotton6.
candy on the cone by holding the cone vertically. Rotate the
cone with your fingers while you circle the bowl.
Once cotton candy has collected on the cone, hold the cone in a horizontal7.
position over the Extractor Head while still rotating the cone with your fingers.
Continue turning the cone with your fingers while the cone is in the horizontal
position and move from side to side making sure to collect all the cotton candy.
Repeat above steps by adding another measure of candy into
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the Extractor Head and starting again. The cotton candy should
flow more quickly as the unit is sufficiently warm.
DO NOT overfill the Extractor Head by adding more than two candies9.
at a time. This will cause clogging and unit will not work properly.
By following these simple instructions, using your HARD & SUGAR-
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FREE COTTON CANDY MAKER will be a fun experience for kids of all
ages and will bring the excitement of a carnival to any occasion.

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HELPFUL TIPS
If your cotton candy is not flossing properly or is coming out with
a brittle, “Easter grass” texture, follow these instructions:
Only put in 1-2 hard candies at a time•
Make sure the candies are evenly placed on either side of the Extractor Head.•
For best results, break candies up before use.•
The faster the Extractor Head spins, the better the result.•
The following candies (sugar & sugar free) work best:
Fruit Flavors•
Cream•
Caramel•
Root Beer•
Butterscotch•
Peppermint•
Cinnamon•
Coffee•
Other Assorted Bulk Bag Hard Candy Flavors•
The following candies DO NOT work:
Ball-shaped candies•
Candies with hard sugar shells•
Gummy or chewy candies•
Sugar-pressed candies•
Instant drink mix packets•
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Make sure the unit is unplugged and has had time to cool down before cleaning.1.
After cooling, remove the Extractor Head by firmly gripping both2.
sides and pulling straight up. UNLOCK bowl by turning clockwise
and lifting. Wash both in warm water, rinse and dry.
Use a clean, slightly damp, non-abrasive sponge or non-abrasive cloth to wipe3.
down the outside of the unit, then wipe with a non-abrasive towel to dry.
The HARD & SUGAR-FREE COTTON CANDY4.
MAKER breaks down for easy cleaning.

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RECIPES
Use a variety of hard candies to create sweet & delicious cotton candy.
Try these fun flavor combinations:
Rootbeer Float:
Rootbeer + Vanilla Crème
Caramel Apple:
Apple + Caramel Crème
Chocolate Covered Cherry:
Cherry + Chocolate Crème
Chocolate Covered Strawberry:
Strawberry + Chocolate Crème
Big Berry:
Strawberry + Cherry + Raspberry candies
Cinnamon Crème:
Cinnamon + Vanilla Crème
Feel free to mix and match candies to invent new flavors. Imagine
the variety of flavors you can make and the fun you’ll have!