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Whirley Pop Stovetop Popcorn Popper FAQs

Whirley-Pop Popcorn Popping Tips, Whirley-Pop Popper Care/Cleaning, How To Use My Whirley Pop Popper, & Whirley Pop Popper Maintenance

Popper Maintenance

Can I purchase a replacement pan/lid for Whirley Pop stovetop popcorn popper? If you want to order a replacement pan/lid you can call Wabash Valley Farms Consumer Customer Service Hotline at 800-270-2705 for more information. Make sure you know what size popper you have when you call. (SEE: What size popper do I have?)
How do I get lid off? Hold pan by handle on a flat surface. While straddling index finger and thumb across center crossbar, hold clamp like trigger and squeeze upward. Repeat procedure on other clamp. Release half-moon clip and easily remove lid.
Should my lid have a snug fit to my pan? Yes, if your lid does not fit snug to the pan call our Consumer Customer Service Hotline at 800-270-2705 & let us know.
How many lid clips should my popper have? Your popper should have one clip. The purpose of the clip is to keep the clipped flap closed while you are pouring out popped corn from the other loose flap.
How do I adjust my lid/stir wires? Stir wires should sweep along bottom of popper pan distributing popcorn evenly. If wire becomes uneven, you can gently bend back to original shape.

Cleaning My Popper

How should I clean my popper? When making Real Sugar Glazed Popcorn or Gourmet Recipes: We recommend cleaning popper with warm soapy water.
When making Real Theater Popcorn or Traditional (popcorn & oil): You can wipe out the popper with paper towels or use warm soapy water.
Is my popper dishwasher safe? You can put the popper in the dishwasher. However, we recommend that you do not let the lid go through the drying cycle. Over time this could affect the quality of the wooden handles.
How often should I clean my popper? When making Sugar Corn or Gourmet Recipes: Clean after every use with warm soapy water. When making Real Theater Popcorn or Traditional (popcorn & oil): It is up to your own preference. Wipe out with a paper towel after every use or every 4-5 uses, is a normal cleaning cycle. You can wash with warm soapy water as well.
Where should I store my popper? Most of our customers store their popper on the stovetop or on top of the refrigerator. It makes a fun conversation piece and keeps it accessible for convenient popping. The popper is not oven safe, so we recommend that you do not store the popper in the oven. (If the oven is accidentally turned on, the popper could be damaged & this is not covered in the warranty).
How should I store my popcorn? The best way to store your popcorn is in an airtight container. This will help keep the moisture in the kernels from drying out. Refrigeration is not necessary, although it might be helpful in hot, humid climates.

Popping Tips

How long does popcorn last? Wabash Valley Farms gourmet popcorn is packaged fresh with a two-year shelf life. Transfer remaining kernels to an airtight container once package is opened. Real Theater, Real Sugar Glazed, White Cheddar & Zesty Cheese Popcorn Pouches also have two-year shelf life expectancy before opening. Freezing popcorn is not recommended as modern frost-free freezers tend to lower moisture content of popcorn
How could I restore popcorn kernels? While it is usually easier to simply purchase new popcorn, you can place corn in a jar and add one or two teaspoons of water. Shake and reseal. Let stand for two days. The popcorn will absorb the moisture. Test pop the corn, if they still do not pop, repeat process.
Where can I buy poppers, popcorn, etc? You can call our Consumer Customer Service Hotline at 800-270-2705 for the nearest retail location that carries our poppers, popcorn, cookbook, seasonings & accessories.
How much oil/popcorn should I use for my popper?
When you first get your popper you should season the bottom of the pan by wiping with a paper towel with oil on it. Once the pan is seasoned the following amounts of oil & popcorn is used per size popper you have.
4 Quart Popper - Minimum 1 teaspoon of oil, Maximum 1/2 cup
-1/3 cup of yellow popcorn makes a full batch (amount varies depending on quality/brand of popcorn, adjust accordingly)
6 Quart Popper - Minimum 1 teaspoon of oil, Maximum 1/2 cup
-1/2 cup of yellow popcorn makes a full batch (amount varies depending on quality/brand of popcorn, adjust accordingly)
8 Quart Popper - Minimum 1 teaspoon of oil, Maximum 1/2 cup
-3/4 cup of yellow popcorn makes a full batch (amount varies depending on quality/brand of popcorn, adjust accordingly)
NOTE: It is not necessary to make a full batch of popcorn every time you pop. If you want to make less you can use this basic formula: 1 Tablespoon of popcorn + 1 Teaspoon of oil = 1 Quart of popped corn
What kind of oil should I use? Any oil will work in our popper. Some consumer favorites are Canola, coconut, peanut, and olive oil.

What kind of popcorn should I use? Any popcorn will work in your popper. For best results we recommend buying gourmet popcorn, any kind or brand, as long as it is fresh.
Should I put seasonings in the popper with the popcorn & oil before popping?
We don't recommend putting seasonings in with the popcorn while it is popping unless the seasoning is a special salt-based product. If you are not sure if the seasoning is salt based then do not use it because it can burn or make your popcorn tough. We recommend using our Wabash Farms Real Theater & Real Sugar Glazed Popcorn Pouches, which has the popcorn, oil & special seasonings, pre-measured. Pour all ingredients in at the same time & pop for great results.

How To Use My Popper

Can I add more than just popcorn & oil in the popper while I pop? When making Real Theater Popcorn & Real Sugar Glazed Popcorn: All ingredients go in at the same time, mix well, and then put on the heat to pop. (If oil is in solid form, melt the oil, remove from heat, add remaining ingredients, mix well, place on heat & pop)
What type of heat sources and heat settings can I use my popper on? Your popper will work on any kitchen stove top (electric, gas, flattop, ceramic) or camping stove. Heat settings vary depending on the unit. Keeping in mind that popping your popcorn should take no longer than 2-3 minutes, we recommend you start at the following settings and then adjust your temperature if necessary to reach the optimum popping time of 2-3 minutes. Electric: Medium to Medium High. Gas & Camping Stove: Medium.
Do I have to make a full batch or can I make a partial batch? It is not necessary to make a full batch of popcorn every time you pop. If you want to make less you can use this basic formula: 1 Tablespoon of popcorn + 1 Teaspoon of oil = 1 Quart of popped corn.

What size popper do I have? The way to tell what size popper you have is by measuring the depth of the pot. If it is approximately 4 inches deep, you have a 4-Quart, if it is approximately 6 inches deep, you have a 6-Quart and if it is approximately 8 inches deep, you have an 8-Quart.
Should I stir the crank the entire time? If you are using less than 1 tablespoon of oil, then we recommend stirring through the entire process, which is only 2-3 minutes. If you are using more oil or our Real Theater Popcorn Pouch then we recommend stirring at the beginning of the process to coat the kernels and then through the popping process.
Should I stir the crank fast? You can stir at any pace. Your popper will pop if you stir slow or fast. We recommend a slower stirring action during the heating process & a more steady stirring action during the popping process.

Which way should I turn the hand crank? The stir wire was designed to crank clockwise. You can turn the crank either clockwise or counter clockwise and it will work, but clockwise is recommended.

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