This will allow the unit motor to cool down.
•MULTIFUNCTIONAL: the included measuring cup doubles as a butter melting tray on the top of the machine - add a tablespoon of butter while your popcorn pops, and pour once melted for movie theater-style, fresh popcorn•COMPACT: The 5 Core popcorn machine is your must-have for that first apartment, smaller kitchen, College dorm life, or camper/RV traveling. Popcorn Machine Hot Air Electric Popper Kernel Corn Maker Bpa Free No Oil 5 Core POP B Hot air popcorn popper maker works by hot air circulation, a small part of the corn kernels may be blown out during operation, which is normal. !!! Please use fresh and dry kernels instead of stale and wet ones, otherwise, it is possible that some kernels will not be popped or need a longer time to pop.