Owner Manual
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4. After the initial use, the PowerCup
concentrator looks dark and discolored. Should I continue to use it?
Yes. The concentrator does discolor after use and will become more discolored the more you use it. The discoloration is normal and
does not affect popping. However, if the top layer is torn or cracked, you should replace the concentrator.
5. What can I do to maximize the number of uses I get out of each PowerCup
concentrator when popping with oil?
After each use, wipe concentrator with a damp cloth to remove salt and oil residue. Do not soak concentrator in water or use abrasives
to clean it. Always remove concentrator from popping bowl before coating popcorn with toppings such as caramel sauce.
6. How will I know when my PowerCup
concentrator needs to be replaced?
If you notice you are getting more unpopped kernels than usual, it is time to replace the concentrator.
IMPORTANT: Always replace the concentrator immediately if the top layer is torn or cracked.
7. The PowerPop
popper ts in my microwave oven only when I remove the glass tray or turntable. Is it safe to use the microwave
without the tray or turntable?
No. If your microwave oven comes with a glass tray or turntable, it should never be operated without the tray or turntable in place.
Use without the tray or turntable results in short PowerCup
concentrator life. It will also damage the popper and could destroy your
microwave oven.
8. It seems when I make multiple batches of popcorn, each batch takes longer to pop. Why?
As the microwave oven gets hotter, the oven becomes less efcient. Thus, if you are making multiple batches of corn, allow the
microwave to cool slightly between batches.
9. Although I am getting great popping performance, sometimes the corn is scorched. What is causing this?
a. You may be microwaving the corn for too long. Remember that when popping slows to 2 to 3 seconds between pops, the popper
should be removed from the microwave oven.
b. You are using seasonings for avored corn which burn during popping. For future batches, sprinkle those seasonings on after
the corn has popped. If the seasonings are not in ne powder form, they may also burn.
Care, Cleaning, and Storage
The popping bowl and cover are dishwasher safe, or they can be washed in warm, sudsy water and rinsed and dried thoroughly.
Do not immerse the PowerBase concentrator in water or other liquids. Wipe the PowerBase concentrator with a damp cloth. If the
PowerBase concentrator is immersed accidentally, you will need to place the base in an upright position and allow it to drain before use.
If popping corn with oil and salt, wipe the PowerCup
concentrator with a damp cloth after each use to remove oil and salt residue. Do
not scrub the concentrator with abrasives or soak in water. Store concentrator inside of popping bowl and use for your next batch
of popcorn.