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1. 3243 North California Avenue Chicago IL 60618 DIGITAL GIANT POPCORN MACHINE SERVICE MANUAL 120 208 Volt Single and Three Phase 60 Hz 120 240 Volt Single and Three Phase 60 Hz 230 Volt Single Phase 50 Hz 400 Volt Three Phase 50 Hz 100 200 Volt Single Phase 50 60 Hz Included in this manual One Pop Option Salt Sugar Option READ and UNDERSTAND these operating and safety instructions before operating this popcorn machine EG20 32 48 60 M A E S TABLE OF CONTENTS E Safety Alert Symbol avatar ieres 3 IL Safety PSA A AAA AA 3 M Introducir dis 3 IVs SO DECINCATIONS e cl aa 5 A Electric Specifications B Size Specifications V Purpose of Manual 5 25208 seek AO 5 ME Installation Instructions yin oli dad od 6 A Location B Power Supply C Connecting Machine to Power Supply D OEM Option Ped stals 2 ga gano ls io 7 E Pump Installation amp Timer Adjustment for Salt Sugar Machines VIL Service InstruchOns ss essei rirusun Ta p a e E E a ae Sas 8 A Parts B Kettle Temperature Control 1 Temperature Control 2 Digital Temperature Control Adjustment 9 3 Checking Temperature Control o o ooommo o o o o 10 4 Salt Timer Adjustment 5 Salt Sugar With One Pop Adjustment 11 C Kettle Removal D Kettle Installations gas dalek s phesas etait aan deed aas dees 12 E Kettle Spring Adjustmentis ssp da Drdsa coi 12 VI Troubleshoo IA e O oi 132. Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 2 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S I SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL The symbol shown below is used to call your attention to instructions concerning your personal safety and the safety of others Watch for this symbol It points out important safety precautions and procedures It means ATTENTION Become Alert Your personal safety is involved Read the message that follows and be alert to the risk of personal injury or death Il SAFETY FIRST The information in this manual is essential for the safe installation and service of your Cretors popcorn machine The manual must be read and understood before installing or maintaining equipment or equivalent training must be provided The employer must instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions regulations applicable to his work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury Ref 29 CFR 1926 20 b 4 a 2 It is understood that safety rules within individual companies vary If a conflict exists between the safety procedures contained in this manual and the rules of a using company the more stringent rule should take precedence gt gt gt MI INTRODUCTION This manual is filled with time saving and money saving information regarding your Cretors popcorn machine There is nothing however more important than the safety aids and warnings that are found th
3. com and output no on timer relay Digital Temperature Control display shows EO Thermocouple has bad connections Check all connections Thermocouple is bad Should read 3 5 ohms if good Replace thermocouple Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 17 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Corn Burns Agitator is not working Check to be certain the stirrer blade is on the bottom of the pan and is stirring the corn Check motor connections Loose wire The motor is bad The correct amount of corn and oil were not used Replace See Operations Manual for correct amounts Temperature is set too high Adjust temperature Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 18 Kettle leaks If the kettle is not cleaned on a regular When reassembling lightly oil at basis the popping oil will build up and coat the clutch dog shaft agitator turn to carbon on the inside of the with moly grease or a blade center When this happens the comparable high clearance between the blade center temperature lubricant and the pan center is reduced from 1 8 mm As this clearance is reduced the oil will wick up the narrow space and run down the rotating shaft and it will appear that the kettle is leaking for 20 oz kettles Pump will Pump switch is on Check pump switch not heat Remove wires from switch mark wire
4. 1 56 00 PM 4 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S IV SPECIFICATIONS Giant Models EG20 EG32 EG48 EG60 A Electrical Specifications Giant Models are available in the following electrical configurations 100 200 Volt Single Phase 50 or 60 Hz 120 208 Volt 120 240 Volt Single and Three Phase 60 Hz 230 Volt 400 Volts Single and Three Phase 50 Hz B Size Specifications MODEL EG20 GIANT 20 OZ ELECTRIC WITH PUMP Capacity 20 oz All Steel Kettle 400 one ounce servings per hour Wattage 2950 watts Dimensions 10 5 8 D x 10 1 2 W x 27 1 2 H 27 cm D x 26cm W x 70 cmH Net Weight 63 lbs 28 6 kg MODEL EG32 GIANT 32 OZ ELECTRIC WITH PUMP Capacity 32 oz All Steel Kettle 640 one ounce servings per hour Wattage 4500 watts Dimensions 10 5 8 D x 10 1 2 W x 31 3 4 H 27 cm D x26 cm W x 81 cm H Net Weight 74 lbs 33 6 kg MODEL EG48 GIANT 48 OZ ELECTRIC WITH PUMP Capacity 48 oz All Steel Kettle 960 one ounce servings per hour Wattage 6050 watts Dimensions 10 5 8 D x 10 1 2 W x 31 3 4 H 27 cm D x 26 cm W x 81 cm H Net Weight 74 Ibs 33 6 kg MODEL EG60 GIANT 60 OZ ELECTRIC WITH PUMP Capacity 60 oz Stainless Steel Kettle 1200 one ounce servings per hour Wattage 6050 watts Dimensions 10 5 8 D x 10 1 2 W x 31 3 2 H 27 cm D x 26 cm W x 81 cm H Net Weight 74 lbs 33 6 kg V PURPOSE OF MANUAL This instruction manual is intended to f
5. set too high over 500 F or 260 C the kettle can become a serious fire hazard c Observe two or three cycles of correct operation to be certain everything is working correctly Your final setting should allow the indicator light to cycle off 10 to 20 seconds prior to dumping the kettle 4 SALT TIMER ADJUSTMENT For machines supplied with Salt Sugar Option only When the Salt Sugar switch is in the sugar mode the thermostat alone controls the heat When the switch is in the salt mode the temperature control works the same way with the exception that when the temperature control opens it activates a timer which allows the heat to stay on for an extended period of time allowing the salted corn to pop The salt timer is located in the pedestal of all Giants marked Salt Timer In salt mode a If the indicator light turns off 30 seconds or more before the corn finishes popping the timer is set too low and is in need of adjustment b There are two adjustments on the timer The small adjustment knob sets the maximum time the timer can run Cretors will normally set this adjustment for 1m 10s 0 10 seconds 1m 0 1 minute 10m 0 10 minutes c The larger adjustment knob sets the actual run time percentage of time allowed by the small adjustment knob Example If the maximum setting is set for 1m and the large knob is set at 5 the timer will run for 30 seconds In this case the heat will stay on 30 seconds after the temper
6. 0 2007 1 56 00 PM 11 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S 5 Turn the kettle upside down and remove the bolts that hold the dump handle and retainer and lift the retainer off the kettle 6 When removing nuts and spacers from the threaded studs on the bottom of the pan do not wipe off the silver lubricant Without this lubricant NEVER SEEZ the nuts may freeze on the studs and cause the studs to break when the nuts are turned in an attempt to remove them D Kettle Installation 1 When re assembling the kettle be sure all nuts and bolts are tight Check to make sure that all electrical connections are secure A loose connection can heat up and burn off the wires 2 Set the kettle back in place and replace the two bolts in the pan legs 3 Locate the kettle so that the clutch dog lines up with the motor drive head and tighten the two front bolts that hold the pan leg plate then tip the kettle and tighten the other two bolts 4 Connect the three power leads observing the color of the wires Again correct color code is left to right BLACK RED WHITE For 400V units BLUE BROWN WHITE on front terminal left to right Black on back terminal 5 Replace the terminal box cover 6 Turn on the agitator motor and dump the kettle If the drive shaft does not engage and dis engages freely readjust the kettle E Kettle Spring Adjustment The purpose of the kettle counter balance springs is to reduce the force requir
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8. amiliarize owners with the servicing and safety procedures associated with your Cretors popcorn machine This manual should be kept available to maintenance personnel Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 5 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S VI INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS A Location Choose a location for your Cretors popcorn machine that maximizes the ease of operation and maintenance procedures Giant pedestal popcorn machines are designed to be installed on the customers counter or custom design cabinet OEM option machines are supplied with components that permit them to be installed into a user s cabinet and control the cornditioner lights and exhaust in the cabinet see details below Be sure to check your local building and fire codes for location restrictions B Power Supply 1 A N 4h Check the nameplate to determine the required power supply Connect your popcorn popper only to the correct power source Failure to do so may result in personal injury or death and may damage your popper C Cretors and Company recommends dedicated circuits for the Giant model popcorn machine The Giant model poppers require a dedicated circuit to avoid a voltage drop in the supply wiring Check your local electrical codes regarding fuse or circuit breaker requirements Make certain your popcorn machine is properly grounded Failure to do so may result in damage to your equipment or present a shock hazard C Co
9. ature control opens Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 10 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S 5 SALT SUGAR WITH ONE POP ADJUSTMENT a If the Salt Sugar switch is in the sugar position use the Digital Temperature Control Adjustment section b If the Salt Sugar switch is in the salt position the temperature is adjusted on the One Pop Timer Relay c On the Relay there are dip switches very similar to the timer in our 7700 7900 pumps d From the factory the dip switches 7 and 9 will be on To turn the dip switches ON the dip switch needs to be pressed down to the number side opposite of the open side SS 8 1 2 1304 if Sa E 10 OPEN Switch 6 5 seconds 7 10 seconds 8 20 seconds 9 40 seconds Example If you turn 7 and 9 on the time delay will be 50 seconds C Kettle Removal To remove the kettle assembly perform the following operations 1 Unplug the popcorn machine from the power supply Make sure the kettle is not hot 2 Remove the cover on the terminal box between the pan support legs 3 Disconnect the three power leads observing the color of the wires Correct color code is Left to right BLACK RED WHITE For 400V units BLUE BROWN WHITE on front terminal left to right Black on back terminal 4 Remove the two bolts on the side of the aluminum pan legs A Using proper lifting techniques when removing the kettle by lifting it straight up Last printed 9 1
10. blem is in the machine Check the relay contactor The Giant temperature control uses a relay contactor to control the power to the popper pan heat elements To check the relay contactor perform the following operations 1 To gain access to the relay contactor remove the front switchplate by removing the six screws on the sides of the switchplate 2 Using a voltmeter check the power to the relay coil that are the small terminals in the center 3 With the popper switch on at room temperature the temperature control should be calling for heat and providing power to the relay contactor If the coil reading is not 120 volts 230 volts on 230V and 400V 50Hz machines the problem is in the temperature control 4 If the coil reading is 120 volts 230 volts on 230V and 400V machines check the voltage between the output terminal with wire 1 and the output terminal with wire 3 from the kettle support If this does not have a reading of 208 or 240 volts the relay contactor is not functioning and needs to be replaced If machine has the one pop option Use the same procedure as above Then check the one pop circuit 1 With the power OFF Check the one pop switch for continuity by pressing and holding it down Remove wires mark wires for proper re installation from switch and press and hold Using a multimeter check for continuity from top to bottom of switch If no continuity replace switch 2 Check the input
11. ed to dump the kettle The spring collars are held in place by set screws that fit into holes drilled on the bottom of the cross shaft The spring collars have five holes that the spring fits into By turning the collar around there are five different adjustment positions for spring tension adjustment When correctly adjusted the springs will neutralize the weight of the kettle To set the springs raise the kettle to a point where it is balanced The long leg of the 1902 spring should be just beginning to touch the bar on the bottom edge of the hinge casting and the 1903 spring will begin to move away from the bar If the springs press against the bar too soon the kettle will seem lighter but the springs are fighting each other This condition will shorten the life of the springs An important part of this assembly are the two washers between the 1902 spring and the plate welded to the cross shaft They act as both bearings and spacers without them the spring may have a short life Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 12 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S VIII TROUBLESHOOTING used Kettle indicator light goes out more than 30 seconds before the corn finishes PROBLEM POSSIBLE ACTION CAUSE Popping is Incorrect amount Refer to the chart located in the slow of corn and oil is Operations Manual Temperature is set too low Refer to Digital Temperature Control Adjustment If machine is equipped w
12. ettle bottom Continuity Test and Ohms Test When checking Ohms make sure that the meter probes are making good contact on the terminals Remove the nickel buss bars that connect the electrical terminals on the heat elements Using a multimeter check each element between the following points Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 14 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 Terminal to terminal First terminal to element case Second terminal to element case EG20 32 48 60 M A E S Ohm readings should match chart listed below If Ohm readings are not close replace Continuity to case from terminal indicates a grounded element replace No continuity functioning properly Continuity to case from terminal indicates a grounded element replace No continuity functioning properly can cause serious injury or death The following procedures are performed with the power on As with any Do not attempt electrical repairs on the power supply circuit unless you are qualified to do so The electrical shock associated with line voltages electrical repairs there is a shock hazard present Elements 200 Volts 208 Volts 230 Volts 240 Volts 400 Volts 20 oz 208V elements 20 oz 240V elements Coil 100 Volts 120 Volts 230 Volts 120 Volts 230 Volts Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM Relay top to bottom BAD GOOD 200 Volts 0 Volts 208 Volts 0 Volts 230 Volts 0 Volts 240 Volts 0 Volts 230 Volts same po
13. imer which allows the heat to stay on for extra time allowing the salted corn to pop Digital Control does not have a thermostat but a thermocouple on the bottom of the pan Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 8 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S d Cretors CE marked machines have been supplied with high limits for years to comply with the European Directives but these high limits are not resetting Once they trip they need to be replaced This has not changed Beginning in May of 2006 Cretors and Company has started implementing auto resetting high limits into kettles and repair kettles as well Again the end customer user will not see any difference in the operation of their machine but there is now an added level of safety so that the kettle temperature will not be able to exceed a safe level even if the normal operating thermostat or temperature controller is adjusted to an unsafe level This high limit is preset and is NOT to be adjusted for any reason New wiring diagrams will be sent out with the new kettle assemblies for reference 2 DIGITAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT CAUTION If the corn has dried out it may not finish popping at normal temperatures and the light may appear to go out early DO NOT ADJUST KETTLE TEMPERAUTRE BASED ON POOR QUALITY CORN If set too high over 500 F 260 C the digital temperature control can cause a serious fire hazard CAUTION If the machine is equipped with the Sal
14. ith salt sugar option and popping in salt popping mode timer may be set low Refer to the Salt Time Adjustment or the Salt Sugar One Pop Adjustment sections Voltage may be Check the voltage at the circuit low breaker with the kettle heat on Extension cords or inadequate wiring will provide full voltage if no load is applied Once the kettle heat and auxiliaries are turned on the voltage may drop 5 to 10 volts Indicator light stays on Digital Control never reaches temp One of the elements in a multi element pan may have failed Use an ammeter to diagnose Check the amperage draw of the heating elements by using a clamp on ammeter 1 Remove the front cover by removing the screws that hold the front cover to the pedestal 2 Turn on the kettle heat 3 If machine has one pop option shut off the oil switch and press the one pop button 4 Place the ammeter around the lead to the popper kettle as listed The following current draws are normal 120 208 240V and 100 200V machines black or red 230V machines blue or brown 400V machines black or brown A Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 13 CAUTION If the corn has dried out it may not finish popping at normal temperatures and the light may appear to go out early DO NOT ADJUST KETTLE TEMPERATURE BASED ON POOR QUALITY CORN BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 A EG20 32 48 60 M A E S CAUTION Do not adjust the tempera
15. le 0 Volts same pole 1983 D 900 Watt 48 1 Q 1447 D 1800 Watt 24 00 2700 Watt 16 0 Q total 1983 C 900 Watt 64 00 1447 C 1800 Watt 32 0 Q 2700 Watt 21 3 Q total 15 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 32 oz 208V elements 32 0z 240V elements 48 oz amp 60 oz 208V elements 48 oz amp 60 oz 240V elements 1448 D 1528 D 1043 D 1448 C 1528 C 1043 C 1010 D 1808 D 1447 D 1043 D 1010 C 1080 C 1447 C 1043 C EG20 32 48 60 M A E S 750 Watt 57 7 Q 1500 Watt 28 8 Q 2000 Watt 21 6 Q 4250 Watt 10 7 Q total 750 Watt 76 8 Q 1500 Watt 33 4 Q 2000 Watt 28 8 Q 4250 Watt 13 6 Q total 750 Watt 57 70 1250 Watt 34 7 O 1800 Watt 24 0 O 2000 Watt 21 6 Q 5800 Watt 7 5 Q total 750 Watt 76 8 Q 1250 Watt 46 10 1800 Watt 32 00 2000 Watt 28 80 5800 Watt 9 9 Q total Replace failed heat elements with identical units available from your local dealer or from Cretors Reassemble and reinstall kettle assembly onto the machine Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 16 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Kettle will not heat The motor light or any of the other components do not work Check power supply 1 Is it plugged in 2 Is the receptacle live 3 Is the machine plugged into the proper voltage Measure with voltmeter and compare to specification on nameplate of machine Pro
16. nnecting Machine to Power Supply 1 2 Make certain that power supply circuit breakers are in the off position Locate the pedestal and bolt it down securely using the four bolt holes provided in the base of the pedestal Power should be connected through one of the four large holes in the base of the pedestal The electrical connection is made to the terminal strip located to the right of the main switch Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 6 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S D OEM Option Pedestals 1 OEM OPTION machines are designed to supply power to the components normally associated with the popcorn machine The primary features are a power cord with plug and a flexible armored cable to be connected to the user s cornditioner assembly 15 amps In addition a terminal strip inside the pedestal provides a connection point to a switch 15 amps that will control a user s exhaust fan Mounting studs for fluorescent ballast and a connection point for a light circuit are also supplied 2 EXHAUST FAN CONTROL machines may be equipped with a time delay fan control This control provides a timer controlled switch that will turn on a customers exhaust fan when the kettle heat is turned on When the heat is turned off the fan will continue to run for the time set on the timer in the pedestal This circuit only provides a switch it does not supply any power All electrical connections outside the pedestal must be d
17. on de energized circuits Failure to do so may lead to electrical shock resulting in personal injury or death A Parts When ordering parts refer to the parts diagram and or wiring diagram included in this manual Always supply the serial number model number and voltage of your popcorn machine B Kettle Temperature Control 1 TEMPERATURE CONTROL OPERATION a The temperature control is installed as a safety device to prevent overheating of the kettle if the machine should be left unattended momentarily while in operation The kettle indicator light indicates the operation of the temperature control If equipped the indicator light is located on the switch plate The indicator light will turn off 10 20 seconds before the corn finishes popping and the kettle is dumped If the indicator light turns off 30 seconds or more before the corn finishes popping the temperature control is set too low and in need of adjustment If the indicator light remains on after corn has finished popping the digital temperature control is set too high Salt Sugar Option The indicator lights on the switchplate will reflect whether the Salt Sugar switch is in the sugar mode or salt mode When the Salt Sugar switch is in the sugar mode the digital temperature control alone controls the heat When the switch is on the salt side the digital temperature control works the same way with one exception When the digital temperature control opens it activates a t
18. one in accordance with appropriate electrical codes and requirements E Pump Installation amp Timer Adjustment for Salt Sugar Machines Refer to the Service Manual included with the pump to be installed in the machine When the Giant is equipped with the salt sugar option also see below for additional information 1 For the Salt Sugar machine the pump timers are located in the machine not in the pump One timer is marked Salt the other Sugar The timers are located in the pedestal 2 To adjust the pump time use the following procedure a There are two adjustments on the timer The small adjustment knob sets the maximum time the timer can run Cretors will normally set this adjustment for 10s 10s 0 10 seconds 1m 0 1 minute 10m 0 10 minutes b The larger adjustment knob sets the actual run time percentage of time allowed by the small adjustment knob Example If the maximum setting is set for 10s and the large knob is set at 9 the timer will run for 9 seconds Adjust to taste for both timers Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 7 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S VII SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS the following diagnostic checks and if necessary corresponding 1 In the case of improper operation only a qualified person should perform adjustments and repairs Many of the following procedures present an electrical shock hazard and can cause serious injury or death Perform work only
19. roughout this document The Safety Alert Symbol is used to identify topics of primary safety concern wherever they appear A separate section has been included which deals exclusively with operation and accident prevention If after reviewing this manual anything is unclear or technical problems are encountered contact the distributor from whom you purchased your machine For assistance and if there are any additional questions feel free to contact our Customer Service Department at the address and or phone number listed on the last page of this manual Always have the model and serial number of your machine available to assist in obtaining the correct information Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 3 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S CONFIGURATOR PAGE E Fie Edit View Insert Format Tools Data Window Help IES A B C D E F 6 H y K L M Model Kettle Voltage Corn Features 2 3 20 Oz Kettle 4 32 32 0z Kettle 5 48 Oz Kettle 6 60 Oz Stainless Steel Kettle if 8 9 0 11 2 3 4 5 6 17 8 9 2 Salted Corn Sugar Corn Salt amp Sugar Com Order Salt Sugar Pump Right Hand Operation Left Hand Operation X Not Equiped for Pump 33 F Fan Control 35 55 Stainless Steel Pan 37 ALL PRICES EXWORKS CRETORS FACTORY CHICAGO ILLINOIS USA 38 ALL PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND MUST BE CONFIRMED M4 MN Sheet1 Sheet Sheet Ki DI Last printed 9 10 2007
20. s for proper re installation Using a multimeter check for continuity from top to bottom of switch If no continuity replace switch BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S This manual is filled with time saving and money saving information regarding your Cretors popcorn popper There is nothing however more important than the safety aids and warnings found throughout this document If you have any questions contact your local distributor and if there are any additional questions feel free to contact the Customer Service Department at C Cretors and Company Additional copies of this manual can be obtained from C Cretors and Company at the address listed below Please provide model and serial number when requesting additional copies of this manual There will be a nominal charge for additional copies Cretors guarantees this machine to be free of defects in parts materials and workmanship for two years Please take this time to fill out the factory registration card and return it to the factory to activate your warranty If you have any questions concerning the Cretors warranty please contact your local distributor or the Customer Service Department at C Cretors and Company hd 1885 CRE TORS o C CRETORS AND COMPANY 3243 N CALIFORNIA AVENUE CHICAGO IL 60618 PHONE 773 588 1690 800 228 1885 FAX 773 588 7141 WEB SITE http www cretors com Email postmaster cretors com Last printed 9 10 2
21. t Sugar option the temperature control should only be adjusted when the switch is in the sugar mode When in salt mode refer to Salt timer adjustment section Pr gt a Press the set button b Use the up or down arrow buttons to adjust the temperature up or down c Press the set button again Note that for safety this range is limited d The display will show the temperature go up or down e You should only raise or lower the temperature 5 10 F at a time f Set temperature so that the power to heat elements is cut off at the correct temperature KETTLE SALTED CORN SUGAR CORN 20 60 OZ 400 410 F 204 210 C 375 385 F 190 193 C Last printed 9 10 2007 1 56 00 PM 9 BEGIN SERIAL NO 00035540 EG20 32 48 60 M A E S 3 CHECKING TEMPERATURE CONTROL There are two ways of checking that the temperature control is set correctly a Place the pyrometer over the thermocouple position and turn the kettle heat on Watch to see that the kettle heat shuts off at the correct temperature Make adjustments as needed b The temperature control may be adjusted by observing the operation of the indicator light as described in the Temperature Control Operation section Adjust the temperature control so that the kettle heat is turned off 10 to 20 seconds before the corn finishes popping and the kettle is dumped Do not adjust the temperature so high that the pan smokes at the end of the popping cycle If
22. ture so high that the pan smokes at the end of the popping cycle If set too high over 500 F or 2600C the kettle can become a serious fire hazard KETTLE AMPS AMPS AMPS AMPS SIZE 200V 208V 230V 240V 20 oz 12 5 13 0 10 8 11 2 32 oz 19 6 20 4 17 0 17 7 48 60 oz 26 8 28 1 23 4 24 4 380V Place the ammeter around the black or brown lead to the popper kettle KETTLE SIZE AMPS 380V Brown Black 32 oz 9 48 60 oz 11 13 2 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION A low reading may indicate a problem in the kettle One or more of the heat elements may not be functioning properly If the element is not functioning the possible causes are 1 The element has burned out 2 A lead wire has burned off one of the element terminals due to a loose connection In either case the kettle must be removed and the problem identified 1 Remove kettle See section Kettle Removal for instructions 2 Check for short circuits inside the kettle 3 If wires must be replaced be sure to use nickel wire supplied by Cretors Conventional copper or stove wire will have limited life 4 Make a visual check for broken loose burned or heat damaged wires If there are no obvious broken or loose wires shorting out on the kettle the elements must be checked 5 Perform a continuity test on the elements Itis possible that one of the elements has burned through the insulation and the casing is shorting out directly to the k
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