West Bend Stir Crazy Popcorn Machine, Red - 6-Quart
The West Bend Stir Crazy Popcorn Machine is a convenient and easy-to-use appliance that can make up to 6 quarts of delicious popcorn in just a few minutes. The popper features a P…
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The West Bend Stir Crazy Popcorn Machine is a great addition to any household that loves popcorn. It features a PTFE nonstick coating for easy cleaning, a motorized stir rod for improved popping and larger kernels per batch, and a lid that doubles as a serving bowl. The butter tray is a convenient feature for melting butter quickly and easily. The unit can be stored in a space-saving way with its nesting cover and base, and the cord wrap keeps the popper organized. Users recommend using coconut oil and Flavacol seasoning salt for that movie theatre style taste. However, some users have noted that it can be difficult to clean the main portion of the unit, and the bowl lid may fall off when using it as a serving bowl.
Pros:
- Nonstick coating for easy cleaning
- Motorized stir rod for improved popping
- Lid doubles as a serving bowl
- Butter tray for quick melting
- Nesting cover and base for space-saving storage
Cons:
- Difficult to clean main portion of unit
- Bowl lid may fall off when using as a serving bowl
FAQ
Product FAQ:
Q: Does it have a gluten-free mode?
A: No, it does not have a gluten-free mode.
Q: Does popping corn in this make the popcorn moist or soggy or is it dry like in the carnival-style machines?
A: The popcorn is dry like in carnival-style machines if you do not use the butter cap on the top of the vent.
Q: How many watts is it? What's the power draw?
A: It has a power draw of 900-1000 watts and runs on 120 volts.
Q: Is there a lip around the edge that prevents the oil on the cover from dripping back in or does it get recycled by going back down into the base?
A: There is no lip on the inside of the cover. The cover sets inside of a lip in the base that prevents oil from escaping and making a mess.
Q: Can the lid be removed to pop the corn into the air (to make more fun for kids like old fashioned ones?)
A: Yes, you can remove the lid to pop the corn into the air.
Q: How much oil and popcorn?
A: The recommended amount is 2 tablespoons of oil and 1/4 cup of popcorn.
Q: How do you know the plastic is BPA free? I can't see that anywhere listed on the product.
A: The manufacturer did not provide information about whether or not this product is BPA-free.
Q: Can I remove the wire stirring rod to clean it?
A: On the Deluxe model, the rod is not removable. Instead, the whole plate is removable from the base for easy cleaning.
Q: Can I use it without adding oil?
A: It is not recommended to use it without oil.
Q: Can this popcorn maker be used without oil, like an air popper?
A: No, this popcorn maker requires oil to operate.
Response:
Thank you for your interest in the West Bend Stir Crazy Popcorn Machine. We hope the following information helps answer your questions about this product. Please note that this popcorn maker is not designed with a gluten-free mode. The popcorn made in this machine is dry like in carnival-style machines if you do not use the butter cap on the top of the vent. The recommended amount of oil and popcorn is 2 tablespoons of oil and 1/4 cup of popcorn. Unfortunately, we cannot confirm whether or not this product is BPA-free as the manufacturer did not provide this information. The wire stirring rod on the Deluxe model is not removable, but the whole plate is removable from the base for easy cleaning. It is not recommended to use this popcorn maker without oil as it requires oil to operate. Thank you for considering the West Bend Stir Crazy Popcorn Machine.
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| Brand | West Bend |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | The Legacy Companies USA |
| Model Number | 82505 |
| Category | Home & Kitchen > Kitchen & Dining > Small Appliances > Specialty Appliances > Popcorn Poppers |
| Color | Red |
| Material | Plastic |
| Weight | 4.4 pounds |
| Dimensions | 10"L x 13"W x 10"H |
| First Available | June 15, 2014 |
| Capacity | 6 Quarts |
| Special Feature | Popcorn |
| Product Dimensions | 10"L x 13"W x 10"H |
| Item Weight | 4.4 Pounds |
| Included Components | Clear Cover, West Bend 82505 Stir Crazy Popcorn Popper |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00072244825053 |
| UPC | 072244825053 |
| ASIN | B00KL8SM92 |
| Item model number | 82505 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 23,211 ratings 4.2 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,039 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #8 in Popcorn Poppers |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | June 15, 2014 |