Nostalgia RHP-Series User manual

RETRO POPCORN MAKER™
RHP-Series
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS
UNIT!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

ENGLISH 1
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
Appliance Specifications:
120 Volts
60 Hz
8 Amps
1045 Watts ETL Approved
Important Precautions to Remember:
A. NEVER immerse in water.
B. NEVER use near water.
C. NEVER use an abrasive sponge or cloth to clean this unit.
D. NEVER use a scouring pad on the unit.
E. NEVER leave the unit unattended while in use.
F. This unit uses hot air. Do not use butter or oil or water in the popping chamber.
G. Do not touch hot surfaces. Unit becomes hot when popcorn is popping.
H. Unplug unit from outlet when not in use and when cleaning. Allow to cool before
taking off any parts.
I. DO NOT operate this appliance with a damaged cord or plug or in the event the
appliance has ever malfunctioned.
J. DO NOT place the motor base in dishwasher.
K. Keep out of reach of children
L. NEVER put your face near the unit while popcorn is popping. Stay at least 36 inches
(1 meter) in distance from unit while corn is popping.
M. NEVER put your hand in the unit while popcorn is popping. Wait at least 5 minutes after
the unit has been turned off.
N. This appliance is NOT A TOY.
O. This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
supervision.
P. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions before operating this appliance.
2. DO NOT TOUCH hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3 To protect against electric shock do not immerse cord, plugs or any part of this unit in
water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting
on, or taking off parts, and before cleaning appliance.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Continued)
6. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or if the appliance has
been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest repair shop for
examination and repair or send back to company per warranty in this book.
7. The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer. These may cause injuries.
8. DO NOT use outdoors.
9. DO NOT let the cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
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 the appliance.
12. DO NOT use appliance for anything other than intended use.
13. A popper that is plugged into an outlet should not be left unattended.
14. This popcorn popper will shut off automatically if overheated. To avoid overheating,
add kernels before turning the unit on. We recommend that you allow 15 minutes
between batches to allow the machine to cool.
15. Extreme caution must be used when unloading popcorn.
16. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled or tripping over a long cord.
17. Longer detachable power supply cords can be used if care is exercised in their use.
18. The marked electrical rating of an extension cord should be at least as great as the
electrical rating of the appliance.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the RETRO POPCORN MAKER™! This popcorn maker is a
replica of the old-fashioned diner-style popcorn machine units of the 1950’s.
The RETRO POPCORN MAKER™ is designed with a retro appearance, however, it is a
technologically advanced hot air popcorn popper that pops more kernels than many other
popcorn makers.
This convenient tabletop-size electric popcorn popper uses air instead of oil, producing
perfectly popped popcorn with less kernels to bite into. Air-popped popcorn is a deliciously
healthy low-fat snack.

ENGLISH 3
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE (Continued)
The RETRO POPCORN MAKER™ is easy to use. Just follow these simple instructions.
After Taking the Unit Out of the Box
Your RETRO POPCORN MAKER™ is already fully assembled. Before first use,
lift the top housing off of the main body and wipe clean the inside of the unit with a
non-abrasive moist sponge or a non-abrasive moist towel. Wipe dry with a non-
abrasive towel.
After cleaning the inside, put the top housing back onto the base.
Now you are ready to enjoy freshly popped popcorn in your RETRO POPCORN MAKER™!
Popping Popcorn
First, find a stable place near an electrical outlet before starting. (Make sure your cord is
away from any water source. If needed, it is acceptable to use an extension cord).
1. Fill the kernel cap on the top of the unit with your favorite popcorn. It is
IMPORTANT - NEVER underfill or overfill the kernel cap. Underfilling the cap can
cause less kernels to pop and more hard kernels to come out of the unit during
popping. Overfilling can cause popped popcorn to burn and smoke as it will overfill
the popping chamber. (If you overfill the cap with kernels when filling, use your
finger to level off.)
2. Pour entire cap of kernels down the hole on the top of the unit until cap is empty.
(See Illustration A)
3. Place cap back in its place.
4. Place a bowl or dish under the popcorn opening to allow popcorn to fill the bowl.
A B C
NOTE: When selecting a bowl, make sure to use one that is large enough and will fit under
the popcorn chute.
5. Plug unit into outlet.
6. Turn unit ON (See illustration C showing ON/OFF button) and in just minutes, you
will have freshly popped popcorn to perfection!
7. When kernels have fully popped, turn unit OFF. You can tip the popcorn maker
forward at this point to make sure you get all the popcorn out of the machine.
8. Eat popcorn as is or top with your favorite toppings such as:
Salt and Pepper
Seasoning Salts
Butter or Margarine
Caramel
Worcestershire Sauce
Food Coloring for fun
Parmesan Salt …and more
recipe ideas on page 4!
IMPORTANT - ALWAYS allow 15 minutes between popping corn for machine to cool
so unit does not overheat and works effectively.

ENGLISH 4
CLEANING
1. Allow unit to cool at least 10 minutes before lifting the top housing to clean the unit.
2. Use slightly damp non-abrasive sponge or non-abrasive towel and wipe clean, then
wipe with non-abrasive dry towel.
3. Reassemble top housing to base of unit and store.
BREAKDOWN
A. Top Housing Unit
B. Motor A > <B
C. Kernel Cap
< C
Display your RETRO POPCORN POPPER unit with pride and have a popping good day!
RECIPES AND TIPS
SELECTING THE RIGHT POPCORN
The RETRO POPCORN MAKER™ is designed for all regular and premium brands of
popcorn. Please note that yellow popcorn generally pops larger than white popcorn. Organic
popcorn will work, but is not highly recommended for this machine as less kernels will pop.
Make sure to use fresh popcorn kernels, as older, dried popcorn can scorch and cause
smoking in the unit.
Here’s a tip: If your popcorn is old and dried out, you can freshen it by putting the kernels
into an air tight container and leaving some space for shaking. Put 1 teaspoon of water into
the container for each cup of popcorn. Shake twice a day for 3 days leaving the container in
the refrigerator. The kernels should be fresh again and ready to go at this time.
You can enjoy any flavor popcorn - in your own home - with The RETRO POPCORN
MAKER™. Here are some sample ideas/recipes to get you started.
NOTE:
NEVER put any seasoning or oil in the popcorn popping chamber. ALWAYS season your
popped popcorn after the popcorn has been popped and removed from The RETRO
POPCORN MAKER™.
Melt butter or margarine in the microwave. Pour over the popped popcorn and toss
with salt.
Spray with your favorite flavored vegetable spray and sprinkle with herbs - garlic
powder, chili powder, basil or oregano.

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RECIPES AND TIPS (Continued)
• Toss with grated Parmesan Cheese
• The RETRO POPCORN MAKER™ makes batches of popcorn - fast and easy - for
holiday popcorn and caramel balls !
HANDY TIP: Put freshly popped popcorn in a clean brown paper bag, add your melted
margarine and seasonings, shake and enjoy. Works with vegetable spray also.
KETTLE CORN
Coat fresh popped popcorn with margarine or spray with vegetable spray. Toss with 1/4
cup of sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon. Fresh and fast Kettle Corn is yours in minutes!
GARLIC-HERB POPCORN
4Popcorn is a healthy snack - it is the butter you add to it that can hurt. To lighten up your
calorie count, douse your popcorn with herbs, garlic, and just a little margarine.
Garlic Herb Sprinkle (See page 5)
Fresh Popped Popcorn
1 tablespoon margarine, melted
Prepare Garlic-Herb Sprinkle and set aside. Pop corn in The RETRO POPCORN
MAKER™. Pour into a bowl, add margarine and stir well. Toss with herb mixture.
Makes 3 quarts.
Garlic-Herb Sprinkle
Mix 2 teaspoons each of dry oregano leaves, dry basil leaves and dry thyme leaves.
Add 1 teaspoon each of garlic powder and onion powder. Stir well.
Approximately 43 calories per cup.
EASY CARAMEL CORN
8 cups of popped popcorn
1 package of (14 oz) unwrapped caramels
2 tablespoons of water
2 tablespoons of butter or margarine
Put the popcorn in a large bowl. In a separate microwave safe glass bowl, microwave the
caramels, water and butter on HIGH 2 to 2-1/2 minutes. Wait until the caramels are fully
melted, stirring frequently. Pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn and toss to coat well.
Let cool for 5 minutes.
TRADITIONAL CARAMEL CORN
10 cups popped popcorn
1/3 cup butter or margarine
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 light corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
In a 4-quart microwave safe bowl, microwave the butter on HIGH until melted. Stir in the
brown sugar and the corn syrup. Microwave on HIGH until the mixture boils for 1 to 2
minutes. Do not stir the mixture while it is heating. Remove from the microwave –
remember to use mitts as the mixture is HOT! Stir in the baking soda and the vanilla. Stir
in the popcorn and mix well. Microwave the whole mixture on MEDIUM HIGH 1 minute, and
stir. Microwave on MEDIUM HIGH for another minute and stir until the popcorn is well
coated. Spread on a cookie sheet and let cool completely. Break apart and store in a
tightly covered container OR - while still warm (but safe to handle), grease your hands and
form into balls.
NOTE: You can also add peanuts, candy coated chocolates, chow mein noodles, raisins,
candy corn, pretzel sticks, gummy pieces, peanut butter candy pieces or make up your own
combinations!

6
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.
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.
Distributed by:
Nostalgia Products Group LLC
1471 Partnership Dr.
Green Bay, WI 54304-5685
Customer Service
Phone: [phone]
Web: www.nostalgiaelectrics.com
Customer Service Inquiry
To submit a Customer Service inquiry, go to www.nostalgiaelectrics.com and fill out the
Customer Service Inquiry form and click the Submit button. A representative will
contact you as soon as possible.
RETRO POPCORN MAKER™
RHP-Series
Limited Warranty
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. To obtain service under this warranty, return this unit to
Nostalgia Products Group, LLC at the address above, shipping prepaid. You must also include a
copy of the original receipt along with your name, address and phone number. Include a
description of the defect along with the date you purchased the product.
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.

Nostalgia Products Group LLC
1471 Partnership Dr.
Green Bay, WI 54304-5685
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Rev. 5/11/09