Daily Maintenance Guide: Cleaning a Popcorn Machine

With popcorn being the favored movie snack, no one wants to lose their appetite due to a less-than-immaculate popcorn machine. To ensure your machine shines, follow this straightforward guide from Cretors on how to clean it properly.

What You'll Need for Cleaning a Popcorn Machine Before diving into the popcorn debris, ensure you have the right tools for the job:

1. A bowl of hot, soapy water
2. Cretors Inside Kettle Cleaner
3. Cleaning cloths

Once you're equipped, you can commence the cleaning process. Imagine yourself in a Snow White scenario (minus the birds and woodland creatures) and whistle while you work.

The Optimal Method for Cleaning Your Popcorn Machine Follow these steps for the most effective way to clean your popcorn machine:

1. Turn off the power to your popcorn machine (remember, electricity and water don't mix).
2. Remove the drop shelf from the popper's base and set it aside; this provides better access to the cabinet's interior.
3. Lift the kettle lid, and with the kettle in the dump position, wipe both the inside and outside of the kettle with a damp cloth.
4. Raise the weight to detach the stirrer blade, weight, and kettle lid. Wash these components in the sink using hot, soapy water.
5. Gather all loose debris into the clean-out drawer. Take the clean-out drawer out of the cabinet and empty it of debris.
6. Wash both the clean-out drawer and the drop shelf in the sink using hot, soapy water.
7. Wipe down the inside of the cabinet, including the popper case bottom and glass sides, with warm, soapy water.
8. Reinstall the clean-out drawer and drop shelf.
9. Clean the doors with a soft towel and warm, soapy water. Avoid using abrasive materials or glass cleaners on the doors, as they may cloud the glass.
10. Reassemble the kettle lid, weight, and stirrer blade into your sparkling-clean popcorn machine.
11. You're now ready to turn your popcorn machine back on and resume making everyone's favorite delectable snack.

For those occasions when a quick clean is all you have time for, consider using Cretors Heat N' Spray. Simply spray it on a warm kettle, wait for 15-30 seconds, and wipe off. No water is needed to remove grease and grime, leaving your kettle looking brand new!