Gold Medal Popcorn Cleaning Instructions
The Gold Medal line of commercial popcorn machines offer an excellent way to make popcorn at any convenience stand. From sports stadiums to restaurants and other commercial spaces, these popcorn machines are easy to use and also easy to clean. Learn how to keep your Gold Medal popcorn machine clean and sanitary with the instructions below.
This guide is for the Gold Medal P-60 Series (models models 2085, 2656, 2086, 1866), and the Citaction Series (models 2001, 2001ST).
P-60 Series Cleaning
Daily Kettle Cleaning
- Step 1—Turn off the kettle, unplug the unit and allow it to cool for at least an hour. Once cooled, wipe the outside of the kettle with a soft, clean cloth.
- NOTE—Do not use abrasive cleaners or oven cleaners. These can damage the kettle.
- Step 2—Create a mixture of Heat’n Kleen and water by mixing 2 tablespoons of solution per gallon of water. Fill the kettle with the cleaning solution ½ inch deep.
- Step 3—Turn on the kettle heat. Once the solution in the kettle begins to boil, turn off the kettle heat.
- Step 4—Allow the kettle and cleaning solution to cool for at least 1 hour. Dump the cleaning solution into a bucket and then wipe the inside of the kettle with a clean cloth. Be careful when dumping the solution to ensure it doesn’t spill in the inside of the popcorn machine.
- NOTE—For kettles that are extra dirty, you can repeat the same process, or you can let the cleaning solution sit overnight instead of 1 hour.
- Step 5—Turn off power, unplug the unit and wipe down the kettle lead cord with a clean cloth that is slightly damp. Make sure moisture or water doesn’t get into the kettle lead cord. Let dry completely overnight before plugging the unit back in and turning on power.
Daily Popcorn Machine Cleaning
- Step 1—Turn off the unit, unplug it and allow the machine to cool off prior to cleaning.
- Step 2—Remove and clean all pans and accessories before each use.
- Step 3—Using a clean cloth that’s slightly damp, wipe excess grease from the glass and cabinet.
- Step 4—Wipe down the stainless steel components of the unit using a clean cloth and a stainless steel cleaner. Be sure to not use abrasive cleaners or oven cleaners.
- Step 5—Use an OEM-approved glass cleaner to clean the glass panels. Do not use ammonia-based cleaners.
Citation Series Cleaning
Daily Kettle Cleaning
- Step 1—Turn off the power to the unit and unplug it. Let the kettle cool for at least 1 hour before proceeding.
- Step 2—Wipe the outside of the kettle with a soft, clean cloth.
- NOTE—Do not use abrasive cleaners or oven cleaners. These can damage the kettle.
- Step 3—Create a mixture of Heat’n Kleen and water by mixing 2 tablespoons of solution per gallon of water.
- Step 4—Fill the kettle with the cleaning solution ½ inch deep.
- Step 5—Plug the popcorn machine in.
- Step 6—Turn on the kettle heat. Once the solution in the kettle begins to boil, turn off the kettle heat.
- Step 7—Allow the kettle and cleaning solution to cool for at least 1 hour. Unplug the unit.
- Step 8—Dump the cleaning solution into a bucket and then wipe the inside of the kettle with a clean cloth. Be careful when dumping the solution to ensure it doesn’t spill in the inside of the popcorn machine.
- Step 9—Rinse the inside of the kettle with a clean cloth and clean water.
- Step 10—Dump the water into a bucket and wipe the interior of the kettle with a dry, clean cloth. Be careful when dumping the solution to ensure it doesn’t spill in the inside of the popcorn machine.
- Step 11—Turn off power, unplug the unit and wipe down the kettle lead cord with a clean cloth that is slightly damp. Make sure moisture or water doesn’t get into the kettle lead cord. Let dry completely overnight before plugging the unit back in and turning on power.
- Step 12—Check the crossbar fasteners after cleaning to make sure they’re tightly secured.
Daily Popcorn Machine Cleaning
- Step 1—Turn off the power to the unit and unplug it. Let the kettle cool for at least 1 hour before proceeding.
- Step 2—Remove any leftover popcorn.
- Step 3—Remove and clean all pans and accessories before each use.
- Step 4—Clean under the corn pan with a vacuum as needed to remove all popcorn bits and kernels, then wipe the area with a clean, dry cloth.
- Step 5—Using a clean, slightly damp cloth, wipe the area above the corn pan and the exterior surface to remove any grease. If needed, you can use a clean cloth that’s slightly dampened with a soap and water mixture. Make sure to rinse with a cloth that’s slightly damp with just water.
- Step 6—Use an OEM-approved glass cleaner to clean the glass panels. Do not use ammonia-based cleaners.
- Step 7—Reinstall all cleaned and dried pans and accessories.
- Step 8—Check the kettle lead cord to make sure it’s fully plugged into the kettle receptacle, and that the plug/plug collar is fully locked into place.
Weekly Filter Cleaning
- Step 1—Turn off the power to the unit and unplug it. Let the kettle cool for at least 1 hour before proceeding.
- Step 2—The filter is located on the inside of the popcorn machine above the popping kettle. Remove the filter by sliding it out of its retaining angles.
- Step 3—Wash the filter with warm, soapy water, then rinse thoroughly and allow it to dry overnight. Once fully dry, reinstall the filter.
If you need more tips and instructions on usage, cleaning and troubleshooting, take a look through our collection of Gold Medal manuals and diagrams for assistance.