User manual BREVILLE PCM40

[. . . ] · Do not place this appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or where it could touch a heated oven. · When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and on all sides for circulation. · On surfaces where heat may cause a problem, an insulating mat is recommended. · Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, touch hot surfaces or become knotted. [. . . ] Do not place hands inside popping chamber as it becomes very hot during operation. DO NOT OPERATE CRAZY POPPER WITHOUT POPCORN KERNELS IN IT. In some cases a few may remain inside the chamber. POPCORN ­ NO CHOLESTEROL ­ LOW FAT Popping corn is a type of corn kernel which has been dried. On application of heat the kernel pops open exposing the light puffy centre of the grain. Popping corn is available at most supermarkets and specialty food stores. It should be stored in an airtight container in a cool dry place. MAJOR NUTRIENTS OF POPPED CORN WITH NO FLAVOURINGS ADDED. SERVING SIZE 15g (Source: Commonwealth Department of Community Services and Health) Step 1 Insert the plug into a 230/240v power outlet and turn the power `on. ' Step 2 Fill combination measuring cup/butter dish full of corn kernels and pour into the popping chamber. Do not place more than one measuring cup/butter dish full of corn kernels or more than ¹/³ metric cup of corn kernels in the Crazy Popper at one time. Step 3 Place the transparent cover on the opening of the popping chamber and place the combined measuring cup/butter dish onto the opening on top of the cover. Energy Carbohydrate Dietary Fibre Protein Fat Sodium Cholesterol 260kJ 12. 0g 2. 5g 2. 0g 1. 0g 0g 0g Step 4 Place a large heat proof bowl directly under the popping chute to collect the popcorn. Step 5 Turn the Crazy Popper on by pressing the switch `on. ' This switch is located at the rear of the machine. Ensure there are no obstructions inside or below the chute which could obstruct the popped corn from falling directly into the bowl. AS THIS UNIT PERFORMS BY CIRCULATING VERY HOT AIR IN ITS CHAMBER, IT IS IMPORTANT TO ENSURE THAT NO CORN (POPPED OR OTHERWISE) IS CAUGHT IN THE HEATING SECTION, AS BURNING WILL RESULT WITH A SUBSEQUENT EMISSION OF SMOKE. SOME HOT UNPOPPED CORN MAY BE THROWN FROM THE MACHINE DURING THE POPPING PROCESS. BE SURE TO PLACE THE CRAZY POPPER FACING AWAY FROM YOU OR DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF MACHINE WHILE IT IS IN OPERATION. 6 DO NOT OPERATE THE CRAZY POPPER IN EXCESS OF 5 MINUTES, SOME CORN KERNELS MAY NOT POP AND SHOULD BE DISCARDED. ALLOW IT TO COOL DOWN FOR A FURTHER 10 MINUTES BETWEEN USES. 7 CARE AND CLEANING Step 1 The Crazy Popper should be cleaned after each use. Always turn the power off, remove the plug from the power outlet and allow to cool before cleaning. Step 2 Wipe the outside of the Crazy Popper base with a slightly dampened cloth and wipe dry. Step 3 Wash transparent cover and combination measuring cup/butter dish in hot soapy water with a dish cloth or sponge. It is not recommended to wash these parts in a dishwasher. Step 4 Invert Crazy Popper base to remove any unpopped corn from the popping chamber, wipe over the outside of the base with a damp cloth and dry. Recipes DO NOT IMMERSE CORD, PLUG OR APPLIANCE BODY IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID. 8 9 FUN POPCORN All recipes listed below use pre-popped popcorn. Never add any other ingredients directly into the Crazy Popper machine. COFFEE POPCORN CREAM MERINGUES 4 egg whites 2²/³ cups castor sugar 1 teaspoon white vinegar 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 2 teaspoons cornflour 4 cups popped popcorn 4 tablespoons boiling water 2 teaspoons instant coffee 1 tablespoon hot water 125g butter, softened 1 cup icing sugar 1. Gradually add to the egg whites, sugar, white vinegar, vanilla essence and cornflour, beat until sugar has dissolved, fold through popped popcorn. Use a tablespoon to spoon mixture onto lightly greased oven trays. Bake in a slow oven 160°C until meringues are crisp and firm. Dissolve coffee and water together, gradually beat with butter and icing sugar until creamy. Use coffee cream icing to join prepared meringues together. HONEYCOMB CRISPY POPCORN 500g castor sugar 2 tablespoons golden syrup 1 cup water pinch cream tartar 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 1 tablespoon water 10 cups popped popcorn 1. [. . . ] Stir until sugar has dissolved and mixture has come to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer for a further 5 minutes, remove and cool. When mixture has cooled down, add vanilla and beat until thick and fluffy. Fold through popcorn and coconut, spoon into patty cases. [. . . ]