ELECTRICAL
This product requires a properly-grounded 120 volt supply with a 15 amp circuit. The Sno-Storm and The Blizzard have a current draw of 5.7 amps; The Blast and The Cooler have a current draw of 5.3 amps.
(Export voltage is 230VAC.)
We recommend your Paragon Sno-Cone Machine be plugged directly into a dedicated outlet. Extension cords
may create a safety hazard and reduce its performance. Be sure outlet
accepts three (3) prong grounded plug. DO NOT use a three (3) prong to
two (2) prong adapter
UNPACKING
Paragon carefully inspects each product during assembly and after completion to
adhere to strict quality guidelines, and packs it securely to ensure
safe delivery to each of our customers. Be sure to carefully remove all
packing material and adhesive before any operation. Please examine your
product to guarantee all equipment has arrived, complete and in good
condition. If you believe that any damage may have occurred during
shipment or parts may be missing, please contact Paragon immediately
for replacement.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much will my snow cone machine produce?Your
sno-cone machine was engineered to shave 500 lbs. of cube or chunk ice
per hour. Based on the ratio that a 1/2 lb. of ice will make a 6 oz.
sno-cone, the Paragon Sno-Cone Machine will yield 1000 sno-cones per
hour.
How much syrup should I use to flavor my snow cones?One 6 oz snow cone will take 2 ounces of syrup – cones will not hold more than that.
Can I use block ice to make snow cones?You
can use block ice to produce snow cones if you first break it down into
pieces 3-4 inches in size. Ice will not fit the horn if the pieces are
too large.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Be sure equipment is connected to properly grounded 120 volt power supply with 15 amp circuit.
(230 volts for export models)
Shaving Ice
1. Turn POWER switch ON (Not used on The Cooler and The Blast).
2. Fill the ice horn with ice.
3. Press and hold the MOTOR switch to activate blades and begin shaving ice.
4. While holding MOTOR switch down, apply steady downward pressure to the ice pusher
5. Release the MOTOR switch when finished.
6. Repeat steps 2-5 for additional batches.
Cleaning Procedures
1. Remove all ice from the ice horn and storage compartment.
2. Operate the motor for several minutes to remove any water collection on the cutter head.
3. Turn off the POWER switch. (Not used on all models.)
4. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
5. Using a clean cloth, wipe down the following items.
• The inner surface of the ice horn (Caution: Sharp Blades)
• The outside surface of the ice horn casting.
• The ice pusher.
• All interior and exterior surfaces.
6. To clean the water collection tray.
• Tilt tray to drain the water trapped in the drain cavity.
• Slip the drain hose off the nipple fitting.
• Lift the tray out of the cabinet
• Clean tray and area below tray with clean cloth.
Note: FDA approved cleaners may be used when required for sanitation.
Do not use ammonia based cleaners on polycarbonate door and/or side panels.BLADES ARE SHARP AND OPERATE AT HIGH SPEEDS! Please be sure to keep all body parts and any objects such as picks or scoops away from the ice horn while POWER is on!
