Is the blade type device on the bottom suppose to go over the popcorn? Is this normal?
1019534
Turn the blades the other way around - flip them over once. One way, they are above the kernels and don't stir the corn. The other way, they sit lower, and stir the corn.
1745768
There is a plastic tab that holds the bottom blade in a stationary position. The bottom blade will move when the tab breaks. I bought new blade heads but the tab broke on them also. I don't recommend this product.
888455
I do not know of a 'fix' but do not have a problem with it not touching the bottom. Once the corn starts to pop, the spinner will keep it moving. I have not had any problems with sticking or burning, even while making kettle corn ( which requires sugar while popping.) I cannot say the same for my aluminum Whirly Pop (which is a good popper.) I switched to the Cook N Home to get away from aluminum and have not regretted it one bit. If you use high heat (not medium as to the instructions) and continually spin at a quick pace, you should not have any issues. Hope this explanation is helpful.
473247
The blade mechanism is raised about 1 cm, but the blades also extend down that depth on the end. I do not have a problem with pieces getting stuck under the blade or uneven grinding.
529980
I've been using it for several months & not had an issue with the open bottom. I guess if you wanted to close it in you could cut a piece of cardboard or some material to fit the opening but I really don't see an issue with it. Handling it with normal use, your fingers shouldn't come any where near the blades but to each his own.
1214380
Not sure if that is normal but mine did the same thing. I had to make sure it was pushed back and not near the edge of my countertop. I since upgraded to the Zojirushi.
1746894
I LOVE IT! I don't put butter on top of it, I have it melted in the bowl that I dump the popcorn into. Remember, just like any microwave popcorn, make sure you stop it when the corn stops popping. There will always be some unpopped kernels. Oh, I do have to tip it slightly to get it in the oven on top of the turntable. Then I obviously have to tip it when I take it out too. That's the ONLY bad thing. It is tall.
1930318
I don't think you have it pushed in all the way- it took me a while to figure out that unless there is a little "Click", the blade is not as far in as it needs to be for safety and stability. Makes it really hard to take it out-strong fingers needed but that's how it has to be. And this applies to all the blades. They click into place and once they have clicked, you can slice like crazy without any problems. Are you loving your slicer? We have been camping in a rental for a year and just moved into our "forever" home last weekend and have really missed our slicer. It will be a while before we unpack it but that will make the reunion all the better, I think.
2036245
...not sure if it is "normal", but the same thing happened to me. I just ignore it.....what other choice do you have? If you want the blade sharpened as far as the handle, there doesn't seem to be any other way. Holding the blade level as you draw it through the slot seemed to ameliorate that problem somewhat. I do like the product. I don't see any other way to get the blade sharpened as far as the handle.
226249
Hello! Sorry, I never use for popcorn kernels.But the holes is OK.No fall through.
5183
You don't need to worry about it.The top of the false bottom is above the outlet valve and holds the grain up so the mash flows through the outlet.
247909
Not normal, I never had a problem with mine. First thing I would do is check the blade to make sure it is the right size and check for warps
313125
It sounds like yours has a manufacturing defect. My spatula has a nicely smoothed edge on the bottom and all the edges. Perhaps you need to get a different one shipped to you. When made properly, it is a wonderful tool.
713652
im trying to find out the same thing. lol. feel kinda dumb i dont know how to make popcorn with this
1302796
The kernels are too small for an air popper and fly out everywhere. What I did was tilt the air popper backwards until the popcorn starts to pop, then you are good.
487754
We've not seen this issue at all. It's been a great popper. The covers on each side have a clip that should hold them down during popping. If their sprung or not locked down I can see how it could do this. They're not very heavy gauge so if they require a little adjustment it could probably be done with your had or a pair of needle nose pliers.
109767
The blades keep the popped corn moving so it does not stick. Now, I'm not an engineer, but we use this popper all the time and that appears to be the function. It makes excellent popcorn, by the way.