Presto PopLite® My Munch™ Hot Air Popper

Product Overview

The Presto PopLite® My Munch™ hot air popper offers a convenient way to enjoy fresh popcorn. It's designed for personal size portions, perfect for snacking and portion control.

• Pops with hot air, not oil, for a low-fat treat.
• Pops up to 8 cups in about 2 minutes.
• The cover doubles as a serving bowl.

Instructions are also available in Spanish. To obtain a printed copy:

• Download in PDF format at www.GoPresto.com/espanol.
• Send an email to contact@GoPresto.com.
• Call 1-800-877-0441, press 2, and leave a message.

Important Safeguards

To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage when using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed:

1. Read all instructions. Do not leave the unit unattended while in use.
2. The popper cover/serving bowl must be in place before plugging the unit in.
3. This unit pops with hot air. Do not place oil, shortening, butter, or margarine in the popping chamber. Use of these substances will cause hazards and damage the unit.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
5. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse the cord, plug, or popper base in water or other liquids.
6. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
7. Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the unit to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.
8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or if the appliance malfunctions, is dropped, or damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
9. The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. Use only genuine Presto® accessory attachments and replacement parts.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
12. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
13. Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Important Cord Information

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord may be used if care is properly exercised in its use.

If an extension cord is used, its marked electrical rating should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

Connect the power supply cord to a 120VAC electrical outlet only.

Before First Use

• Become familiar with the popper parts (see Diagram A) and read the following instructions carefully.
• The popper is shipped with the base nested in the popper cover/serving bowl. Lift the popper cover using the grip handle. Then tilt the unit and remove the base from the cover.
• CAUTION! To prevent electrical shock and damage to the popper base, wipe the popper base with a damp cloth. Never immerse the popper base in water or other liquid.
• Wash the popper cover/serving bowl and serving bowl lid in warm, soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not wash in the dishwasher.

Diagram A: Popper Components

A diagram shows the components of the Presto PopLite hot air popper. It labels:

• Cover vents
• Grip handle
• Popping chamber
• Popper base
• Aqua blue serving bowl lid
• Popper cover/serving bowl
• Clear cover handles
• Base handles
• Rubber feet
• Built-in cord wrap

The diagram also indicates that the Popper base nests in the popper cover/serving bowl for compact storage.

How to Use

1. Unwrap the power cord from the popper base. Do not plug the unit in until step 5.
2. For a full batch, fill the popping chamber with popping corn or measure a level ¼ cup and pour it into the popping chamber (see Diagram A). DO NOT OVERFILL. Overloading the popping chamber may cause smoking and scorched corn. If a smaller quantity is desired, you can pop as little as 2 tablespoons of popping corn.
3. WARNING! Do not place salt, seasoning, butter, margarine, shortening, or microwave popcorn in the popping chamber, as this could damage the popper and cause a fire hazard.
4. Place the cover/serving bowl over the popper base so the clear cover handles align with the base handles.
5. Remove the aqua blue serving bowl lid to allow steam to vent during popping. NOTICE: Failure to remove the lid will result in chewy popcorn and may result in melting of the lid and the cover vents.
6. Plug the unit into a 120VAC electrical outlet. Once popping starts, it will be completed in about 2 minutes. When you plug the unit in and also during popping, you may notice popcorn chaff releasing from the popping chamber as a result of the hot air blowing. This is normal.
7. At the first sign that popping is slowing (about 1 to 2 seconds between pops), unplug the unit and snap the lid onto the cover/serving bowl. NOTE: Popcorn may scorch if the popper is not unplugged as soon as popping slows.
8. Hold the clear cover handles and popper base handles together and immediately flip the unit over. Lift the popper base off the cover/serving bowl and set it aside. CAUTION! Do not touch the popping chamber as it will be hot.
9. Add salt or seasoning to popcorn, as desired. NOTICE: If using spray butter, transfer the popcorn to another bowl before applying the spray butter. Spray butter may damage the cover/serving bowl. Hint: Before adding salt or seasoning, lightly spray popcorn with no-stick cooking spray to add flavor. Salt and seasoning will also adhere better.

IMPORTANT: If popping consecutive batches, allow the popper to cool 1 minute between batches. Failure to do so may cause the popper to shut off temporarily. If that happens, unplug the popper, snap the lid on, and flip the unit over. Lift the base off the serving bowl and empty any popped or unpopped corn. Allow the unit to cool for 5 minutes and begin again with step 2.

Diagram B: Compact Storage

A diagram illustrates the compact storage of the Presto PopLite hot air popper, showing the popper base nested inside the cover/serving bowl.

How to Clean

1. Allow the popper to cool before cleaning.
2. Wash the cover/serving bowl and lid in warm, soapy water; rinse, and dry thoroughly. Do not wash in the dishwasher or scour surfaces with steel wool or abrasive cleaners.
3. Wipe the popper base, including the popping chamber, with a soft, dry cloth to clean. Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleaners. Occasionally clean the bottom of the rubber feet with a damp cloth to remove any dust or debris. Never immerse the popper base in water or other liquid.
4. Wrap the cord around the bottom of the base (see Diagram A) and place the base inside the cover/serving bowl for compact storage (see Diagram B).

Helpful Hints

• This popper is designed to pop regular and premium brands of popcorn. Try different brands to find the one you like best. Yellow popcorn generally pops into larger kernels than white.
• Some varieties of small and lighter weight kernel popcorn are not recommended for use with hot air poppers. Refer to any additional instructions by popcorn manufacturer.
• Always use fresh popcorn for the best popping performance. Store popcorn in a tightly sealed container. Do not store popcorn in a refrigerator or freezer, as this can dry out the kernels quickly.
• If your popcorn does not pop well, it may be too dry. Try adding a little bit of water to the popping corn. Add 1 tablespoon per quart of popcorn. Then place the corn in an airtight container and shake at frequent intervals until the popcorn has absorbed the water. Wait for 3 or 4 days and then try popping the corn.

Consumer Service Information

If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Presto® appliance or need parts for your appliance, contact National Presto Industries, Inc. by any of these methods:

• Call 1-800-877-0441 weekdays 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Central Time)
• Email us through our website at www.GoPresto.com/contact
• Write: National Presto Industries, Inc., Consumer Service Department, 3925 North Hastings Way, Eau Claire, WI 54703-3703

Inquiries will be answered promptly by email, telephone, or letter. When emailing or writing, please include a phone number and a time when you can be reached during weekdays, if possible.

When contacting the Consumer Service Department, please indicate the model and series numbers for the popper. These numbers can be found on the bottom of the popper.

Please record this information:

Model: ____________________ Series: ____________________ Date Purchased: ____________________

Product Registration

IMPORTANT: Please go online and register this product within 10 days of purchase. Proper registration will serve as proof of purchase in the event your original receipt becomes misplaced or lost. Registration will not affect warranty coverage, but it may expedite processing of warranty claims. The additional information requested will help develop new products that best meet your needs and desires.

To register your product, visit www.GoPresto.com/registration. If you do not have computer access, call the Consumer Service Department at 1-800-877-0441 for assistance with registration.

Presto Factory Service Department

The Presto Factory Service Department is equipped to service Presto® appliances and supply genuine Presto® parts. Genuine Presto® replacement parts are manufactured to the same exacting quality standards as Presto® appliances and are engineered specifically to function properly with its appliances. Presto can only guarantee the quality and performance of genuine Presto® replacement parts. "Look-alikes" might not be of the same quality or function in the same manner. To ensure that you are buying genuine Presto® replacement parts, look for the Presto® trademark.

Canton Sales and Storage Company, Presto Factory Service Department
555 Matthews Drive, Canton, MS 39046-3251

Presto® Limited Warranty

(Applies only in the United States)

This quality Presto® appliance is designed and built to provide many years of satisfactory performance under normal household use. Presto pledges to the original owner that should there be any defects in material or workmanship during the first year after purchase, it will be repaired or replaced at Presto's option. This pledge does not apply to damage caused by shipping. Outside the United States, this limited warranty does not apply.

To obtain service under the warranty, please call the Consumer Service Department at 1-800-877-0441. If unable to resolve the problem, you will be instructed to send your Presto® appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for a quality inspection; shipping costs will be your responsibility. When returning an appliance, please include your name, address, phone number, and the date you purchased the appliance, as well as a description of the problem you are encountering.

Failure to follow instructions, damage caused by improper replacement parts, abuse, misuse, disassembly, alterations, or neglect will void this pledge. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This is Presto's personal pledge to you and is being made in place of all other express warranties.