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305/15L
300748
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Bartscher GmbH
Franz-Kleine-Str. 28
D-33154 Salzkotten
Germany
Phone: +49 5258 971-0
Fax: +49 5258 971-120
Technical Support Hotline: +49 5258 971-197
www.bartscher.com
Version: 3.0
Date of preparation: 2024-05-08
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Original instruction manual
1 Safety ............................................................................................................ 2
1.1 Explanation of Signal Words .................................................................... 2
1.2 Safety instructions.................................................................................... 3
1.3 Intended Use ........................................................................................... 5
1.4 Unintended Use ....................................................................................... 5
2 General information ....................................................................................... 6
2.1 Liability and Warranty .............................................................................. 6
2.2 Copyright Protection ................................................................................ 6
2.3 Declaration of Conformity ........................................................................ 6
3 Transport, Packaging and Storage ................................................................ 7
3.1 Delivery Check ......................................................................................... 7
3.2 Packaging ................................................................................................ 7
3.3 Storage .................................................................................................... 7
4 Technical Data ............................................................................................... 8
4.1 Technical Specifications .......................................................................... 8
4.2 List of Components of the Appliance ....................................................... 9
4.3 Functions of the Appliance ..................................................................... 10
5 Installation and operation ............................................................................ 11
5.1 Installation .............................................................................................. 11
5.2 Benefits of Vacuum Sealing ................................................................... 12
5.3 Rules of Vacuum Sealing ....................................................................... 14
5.4 Operation ............................................................................................... 17
6 Cleaning ...................................................................................................... 27
6.1 Safety Instructions for Cleaning ............................................................. 27
6.2 Cleaning ................................................................................................. 27
7 Possible Malfunctions .................................................................................. 28
8 Disposal ....................................................................................................... 30
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Read this instruction manual before using and keep it available
at all times!
This instruction manual contains information about installation, operation and
maintenance of the appliance and constitutes an important source of information
and reference guide. The knowledge of all operational and safety instructions
included in this manual is a prerequisite for safe and proper handling of the
appliance. Additionally, accident prevention, occupational health and safety, and
legal regulations in force in the area the appliance is used apply.
Before you start using the appliance, especially before turning it on, read this
instruction manual in order to avoid personal injuries and property damages.
Improper use may cause damage.
This instruction manual forms and integral part of the product and must be stored in
an immediate vicinity of the appliance and be available at all times. The instruction
manual should be transferred together with the appliance.
1 Safety
This appliance has been manufactured in accordance with technical standards
currently in force. However, the appliance may be a source of hazards if used
improperly or contrary to its intended purpose. All persons using the appliance must
consider information included in this instruction manual and observe safety
instructions.
1.1 Explanation of Signal Words
Important safety instructions and warning information are indicated in this
instruction manual with appropriate signal words. You must strictly follow the
instructions, to prevent accidents, personal injuries and property damages.
DANGER!
The signal word DANGER warns against hazards that lead to severe
injuries or death if the hazards are not avoided.
WARNING!
The signal word WARNING warns against hazards that may lead to
moderate or severe injuries or death if the hazards are not avoided.
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CAUTION!
The signal word CAUTION warns against hazards that may lead to
light or moderate injuries if the hazards are not avoided.
, die
IMPORTANT!
The signal word IMPORTANT indicates possible property damages,
which may occur if safety instructions are not observed.
NOTE!
The symbol NOTE indicates subsequent information and guidelines
for the user on usage of the appliance.
1.2 Safety instructions
Electrical Current
• Too high a mains voltage or incorrect installation may cause electric shock.
• The appliance may be connected only if data on the rating plate correspond with
the mains voltage.
• To avoid short-circuit, the appliance should be kept dry.
• If there are malfunctions during operation, disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
• Do not touch the appliance’s plug with wet hands.
• Never take hold of the appliance if it has fallen into water. Immediately
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
• Any repairs or housing opening may be carried out by professionals and
relevant workshops only.
• Do not transport the appliance, holding it by the power cord.
• Do not allow the power cord to come into contact with heat sources or sharp
edges.
• Do not bend, pinch nor knot the power cord.
• Always completely unwind the power cord.
• Never place the appliance or other objects on the power cord.
• Always take hold of the plug to disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
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• Check the power cord regularly for damage. Do not use the appliance if the
power cord is damaged. If this cable is damaged, it must be replaced by
customer service or a qualified electrician in order to avoid dangers.
Supervised Usage only
• Only supervised appliance may be used.
• Always remain in an immediate vicinity of the appliance.
Operating Personnel
• The appliance may only be operated by qualified personnel and trained
specialist personnel.
• This appliance may not be operated by persons (including children) with limited
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, nor by persons with limited experience
and/or limited knowledge.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they are not playing with or
switching on the appliance.
Improper Use
• Unintended or prohibited use may cause damage to the appliance.
• The appliance may only be used when its technical condition is flawless and
allows for safe operation.
• The appliance may only be used when all connections are executed according
to rules of law in force.
• The appliance may only be used when it is clean.
• Use only original spare parts. Never attempt to repair the appliance on your own.
• Do not introduce any changes in the appliance nor modify it.
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1.3 Intended Use
As described below, every use of the appliance for a purpose differing and/or
diverging from its intended standard use, is prohibited and considered to be an
unintended use.
The following is an intended use:
– Vacuum sealing and marinating of suitable food products or vacuum
sealing of other objects.
1.4 Unintended Use
An unintended use may lead to personal injuries or property damages caused by
hazardous voltage, fire or high temperature. The appliance may only be used to
perform tasks described in this instruction manual.
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2 General information
2.1 Liability and Warranty
All information and instructions in this instruction manual account for legal
regulations in force, current level of technical engineering knowledge as well as our
expertise and experience, developed over the years. If special models or additional
options are ordered, or state-of-the-art technical solutions were implemented, the
actual scope of delivery of the appliance may, in some circumstances, differ from
descriptions and numerous drawings in this instruction manual.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damages nor faults stemming from:
– failure to observe instructions,
– unintended use,
– technical alterations introduced by the user,
– usage of unapproved spare parts.
We reserve the right to introduce technical modifications to the product, intended for
improvement of the appliance and its performance.
2.2 Copyright Protection
This instruction manual, and texts, drawings and images included in it, as well as its
other components are copyright protected. It is prohibited to reproduce this
instruction manual (including its excerpts), in any form and by any means, and to
use and/or transfer its content to third parties without manufacturer’s written
permission. Violation of the above results in obligation to pay compensation. We
reserve the right to claim further damages.
2.3 Declaration of Conformity
The appliance meets the currently applicable standards and guidelines of the
European Union. We confirm the above in the EC Declaration of Conformity. We
may provide relevant Declaration of Conformity upon request.
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3 Transport, Packaging and Storage
3.1 Delivery Check
Immediately upon reception, check the delivery for completeness and possible
shipping damage. In the case of visible transport damage refuse to accept the
appliance or accept it conditionally. Mark and note the scope of damage in shipping
documents/consignment list of the shipping company and lodge a complaint.
Concealed damage must be reported immediately upon its discovery, as
compensation claims may only be filed within applicable time limits.
If you find that parts or accessories missing, please contact our Customer Service
Department.
3.2 Packaging
Do not dispose of the appliance cardboard box. It may be used to store the
appliance when relocating or when shipping the appliance to our service point in the
case of any damages.
The packaging and its elements are made of recyclable materials. Particularly,
these are: plastic films and bags, cardboard box.
When disposing of the packaging, observe applicable domestic regulations.
Recyclable packaging materials should be recycled.
3.3 Storage
Leave the packaging closed until installation of the appliance; observe external
indications concerning method of placing and storage. Store the packaging in the
following conditions only:
– in closed rooms;
– in dry and dust-free surrounding;
– away from aggressive agents;
– in a location protected against sunlight;
– in a location protected against mechanical shocks.
In the case of extended storage (over three months), make sure you check the
condition of the packaging and the parts regularly. If needed, replace the packaging
with a new one.
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4 Technical Data
4.1 Technical Specifications
Name:
Vacuum packaging machine 305/15L
Art. No.:
300748
Material:
stainless steel, plastic
Number of seal seams:
1
Sealing rod length, in mm:
305
Vacuum pump, L/min (m3/hour):
15
Maximum vacuum, in mbars:
-800
Sealing time controlled in levels:
2
Power load:
0,13 kW | 230 V | 50 Hz
Dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
400 x 180 x 92
Weight, in kg:
2,5
We reserve the right to implement technical modifications.
Version / characteristics
• Colour: silver
• Vacuum control: electronic
• Controlled vacuum packing level
• Functions / indicator diodes:
– Combination of vacuum packing and sealing
– Vacuum packing, gentle/standard
– Sealing, moist and dry
– Manual sealing
– Marinating
– Vacuum packing with vacuum container
• The set includes:
– 1 roll of vacuum packing film (width 22 cm, length 3 m)
– 1 roll of vacuum packing film (width 28 cm, length 3 m)
– 1 connector hose (for external vacuum packing)
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• Important hint:
For vacuum packing use only knurled bags for vacuum packing (corrugated on
one side)
4.2 List of Components of the Appliance
Fig. 1
1. Cover
2. Connector hose coupling
3. Release buttons (2x right and left)
4. Air intake opening
5. Vacuum chamber
6. Sealing bar
7. Bottom gasket
8. Cutting mechanism
9. Blade
10. Upper seal
11. Sealing strip
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Accessories (not included in the scope of delivery)
Set of vacuum sealing film rolls 220
Consists of 2 vacuum sealing film rolls
Roll width: 22 cm
Roll length: 5 m
Dimensions: W 220 x D 40 x H 40 mm
Weight: 0.46 kg
Art. No.: 300418
Set of vacuum sealing film rolls 280
Consists of 2 vacuum sealing film rolls
Roll width: 28 cm
Roll length: 5 m
Dimensions: W280 x D 50 x H 50 mm
Weight: 0.512 kg
Art. No.: 300419
Vacuum containers
Volume: 1.5 litres
stackable
Colour: transparent, white
Material: plastic
Dimensions: W 135 x D 135 x H 180 mm
Weight: 0.3 kg
Art. No.: 300422
4.3 Functions of the Appliance
The vacuum packing machine was designed for vacuum packing and marinating of
food products. During vacuum packing, air is extracted from a vacuum bag or
container which is then tightly sealed, thus preventing food products from perishing
or slowing this process down.
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5 Installation and operation
5.1 Installation
Unpacking / Positioning
• Unpack the appliance, remove all external and internal packaging elements and
shipment safeguards.
CAUTION!
Choking hazard!
Prevent children from accessing package materials, for instance: plastic
bags and EPS.
• If the appliance is covered with a protective film, remove it. Remove the film
slowly, so no glue residues are left. Remove any glue residues with the use of a
suitable solvent.
• Be careful not to damage the rating plate and warning labels fixed on the
appliance.
• Never place the appliance in humid or wet environment.
• Place the appliance in a way making the connections easily accessible, so that
they may be quickly disconnected if such a need arises.
• The appliance should be placed on surfaces that are:
– even, with sufficient bearing capacity, resistant to water, dry and resistant
to high temperatures;
– sufficiently large, and thus enabling usage of the appliance with no
problems;
– easily accessible;
– well ventilated.
• Maintain sufficient clearance from table edges. The appliance might turn over
and fall down.
Power supply connection
• Verify if technical data of the appliance (see rating plate) correspond with the
local electric power grid specification.
• Connect the appliance to a single, properly grounded mains socket with
protective contact. Do not connect the appliance to a multi-socket.
• The power cord should be laid in a way preventing anyone from threading on it
or tripping against it.
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5.2 Benefits of Vacuum Sealing
With vacuum sealing, after removal of air, a film bag or a container are seal tight
closed, and thus the process of perishing food products is stopped or delayed.
Thanks to vacuum sealing, the storage period of food products is extended three- or
even five-folds. The flavour and vitamins are retained.
Food products are thus protected against drying, oxidation, bacteria and mould.
Packaging with vacuum sealing is a preservation process, which is recommended
for fresh food products and must be connected with low temperatures, meaning a
vacuum-sealed product must be stored in a refrigerator, freezer or a chiller to obtain
the best possible results.
The food products that are preserved this way may be stored for a considerably
longer time than similar products but not vacuum-sealed, which usable period
amounts to a few hours or a few days only.
Vacuum sealing is used for the purpose of improving organisation of work,
preserving food in a healthier manner and saving money:
• it may be used for special occasions:
– to pack food products in vacuum conditions and thus extend their usable
period,
– to pre-prepare meals for the entire week,
– to store salads, vegetables and herbs longer (they remain crisp and
fresh);
• there is a more free space in a freezer;
• food products are preserved against drying and oxidation;
• this is a simple and prolonged way of pickling (20 minutes in vacuum are
enough);
• this is also a way of re-packing meat products, sausages or cheese, which were
already vacuum-sealed (flavour is retained);
• it provides for saving money, as all left-overs may be stored without trouble and
used later;
• all types of vegetables and fruit may be bought in season, vacuum-sealed and
thus stored longer.
NOTE!
All information provided in the table below are for reference purposes only
and depend on impeccable condition of a packaging, and on primary
quality characteristics of food products.
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CAUTION!
Perishable food products should be stored in a freezer or refrigerator.
Vacuum sealing extends the fastness of food products, but does not make
them canned food, that is a product that is lasting in room temperature.
Storage period for products
Storage period for products
without vacuum
packaging
with vacuum
packaging
Chilled food products (5 +/-2°C)
Red meat
3–4 days
8–9 days
White meat
2–3 days
6–9 days
Whole fish
1–3 days
4–5 days
Venison
2–3 days
5–7 days
Cold meat
7–15 days
25–40 days
Sliced cold meat
4–6 days
20–25 days
Soft cheese
5–7 days
14–20 days
Hard and semi-hard cheese
15–20 days
25–60 days
Vegetable
1–3 days
7–10 days
Fruit
5–7 days
14–20 days
Cooked and chilled food products (5 +/-2°C)
Vegetable purée an soups
2–3 days
8–10 days
Flour products and risotto
2–3 days
6–8 days
Meat from broths and roasts
3–5 days
10–15 days
Stuffed layer cakes (with cream and
fruit)
2–3 days
6–8 days
Frying oil
10–15 days
25–40 days
Frozen food products (-18 +/-2°C)
Meat
4–6 months
15–20 months
Fish
3–4 months
10–12 months
Vegetable
8–10 months
18–24 months
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without vacuum
packaging
with vacuum
packaging
Room temperature food products (25 +/-2°C)
Bread
1–2 days
6–8 days
Packed ladyfingers
4–6 months
12 months
Flour products
5–6 months
12 months
Rice
5–6 months
12 months
Flour
4–5 months
12 months
Dried fruit
3–4 months
12 months
Ground coffee
2–3 months
12 months
Powdered tea
5–6 months
12 months
Lyophilized products
1–2 months
12 months
Powdered milk
1–2 months
12 months
5.3 Rules of Vacuum Sealing
Important indications
• Thoroughly wash your hands, as well as every tool and the entire tabletop to be
used for cutting and vacuum-sealing of food.
• If possible, use gloves during processing of food products.
• Use only fresh food products for vacuum sealing.
• After vacuum-sealing immediately place perishable food products in a
refrigerator or freezer; do not leave them for too long in room temperature.
• Evenly distribute vacuum-sealed packagings in a refrigerator or freezer, to let
them chill or freeze rapidly.
• Food products taken out of their packagings must be unconditionally consumed
before their usable date provided on their original packaging.
• Vacuum-sealed packaging extends the storage period of dry food products.
Products with high fat content perish faster when they are in contact with oxygen
or heat. Vacuum-sealing extends also the storage period of nuts, coconut
shrims, cereals. Store in a cool and dark place.
• Vacuum sealing does not extend the storage period of vegetables and fruit,
such as bananas, apples or potatoes, unless they are peeled before vacuumsealing.
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• Some types of vegetables for example: broccoli, cauliflower or white cabbage,
generate gas after vacuum-sealing. Thus, before vacuum-sealing, these
vegetables should be subject to blanching and frozen after the process of
vacuum-sealing.
• In order to re-seal vacuum-sealed food products that were removed from a
vacuum-sealed packaging, observe recommendations for cold storing after
opening for the re-storage be safe.
• Consume immediately easily perishable food products, which have been heated
up, thawed or taken out of a refrigerator. Do not consume food products that
were lying a few hours in open air; this pertains especially for food products
prepared with the use of this sauces, stored in a vacuum-sealed packaging or in
an environment without access of air.
• Soft and delicate products (fish, wild strawberries, etc.) should be pre-frozen for
a night. After pre-freezing, such products may be vacuum-sealed and stored in a
freezer.
CAUTION!
Vacuum sealing is not a substitute of freezing nor deep freezing!
Every perishable food product, which requires freezing before vacuum
sealing must be chilled and frozen also after vacuum sealing.
Vacuum packing for the freezer
• Through thoughtful packaging the device can help to extend the freshness of
meals. It is necessary to pack foodstuffs in as fresh a state as possible.
• Fragile or easily deforming foodstuffs may become damaged during the vacuum
packing of the fresh product. Fragile products (meat, fish, wild strawberries,
sandwiches etc.) should be initially frozen.
They may be frozen for 24 hours before the frost scorch occurs. After the initial
freezing they may be vacuum packed in the bags and stored for a long time in a
freezer in order to maintain their taste and nutrition values.
• In order to package liquid foodstuffs, like soups, sauces, or boiled dinners, it is
necessary to first freeze them in appropriate containers and then vacuum pack
them, returning them to the freezer for keeping.
• Fresh vegetables should be washed or peeled and briefly blanched in boiling
water or microwave, but keeping their freshness and not allowing for
overcooking. After cooling down vacuum pack in any portions.
• In order to package foodstuffs which are not frozen, it is necessary to use
approx. 5cm more plastic film, because in freezing the foodstuffs expand in size.
Meat and fish should be placed on a paper towel, and then vacuum packed
together with the paper towel. In this manner juices from the foodstuffs are
absorbed.
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• Prior to packing foodstuffs such as tortilla, crepes, or hamburger patties, it is
necessary to separate them with wax or baking paper. This makes it easier to
later remove selected items and repack the rest for keeping in the freezer.
Vacuum packing for the refrigerator
• The meals may be prepared earlier in appropriate portions and stored as
vacuum packed in the refrigerator, and then heat as required.
Vacuum packing for the food storage
• The vacuum packing may also be advantageous in case of foodstuffs which
may be stored in the room temperature (coffee, flour, flour products, sugar, etc.).
When such foodstuffs are not used for a few days, e.g. due to vacations, they
should be protected by vacuum packing. It allows to maintain their freshness
and protects them from the influence of temperature, mould, and insects.
Unfreezing of foodstuffs packed in the vacuum bags
• The vacuum packed foodstuffs like meat, fish, fruits and vegetables, or other
fragile products, may be slowly unfrozen on the lowest refrigerator shelf.
• Bread and tortilla should be unfrozen in the room temperature.
• Soups and other liquid meals should be heated directly in the vacuum bag in the
water bath until they are hot. Before unfreezing in the room temperature or
heating in the water bath one corner of the vacuum bag should be cut in order to
reduce vacuum and allow for successive steam outlet.
• The foodstuffs should be consumed soon after unfreezing. Never freeze them
again.
Repacking of unpacked foodstuffs
• Many food products, like cheese or meat products, are sold in the trade vacuum
packages. Their taste and freshness may be also maintained after packing by
repacking in the vacuum bags.
CAUTION!
The foodstuffs removed from the package must be absolutely consumed
before their expiry date, specified on the original package.
After repacking they should be stored with maximum caution and hygiene.
These indications pertain to vacuum sealing
• When vacuum-sealing food products with sharp edges or shapes, e.g. bones or
dried noodles,such sharp locations should be lined with a paper towel to prevent
any damages to a bag.
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• In order not to have brittle food products crumble during vacuum-sealing (e.g.,
ladyfingers or cookies), use container to store them.
• Vacuum-sealing provides for protection of various objects. At camping site, you
may preserve stocks, like matches or clothing, clean and dry. Pipe tobacco may
be preserved for a long time. Also, blooming or tarnishing of silver and other
collectable items may be eliminated through vacuum-sealing.
5.4 Operation
WARNING!
Hand injuries as an outcome of pinching of palms or fingers between
the lid and vacuum chamber!
Be very careful when closing the lid.
Danger of burning as a result of touching hot elements of the appliance
following operation!
Shortly after operation, never touch the sealing rail, sealing rod nor
vacuum chamber. Wait for the appliance to cool down.
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Before First Use
1. Clean the appliance and working surfaces thoroughly before each use following
indications in section 6 'Cleaning'.
2. Dry the appliance thoroughly.
Functions of function buttons / indicators
Fig. 2
A. Vacuum & Seal / Cancel button
Vacuum packing and sealing / process stop: when this button is pressed, the
unit starts the vacuum packing process, shrinks the vacuum bag until maximum
negative pressure is reached, and hot-seals the bag at the end. A process that
is under way may be halted by pressing this button again.
B. Vacuum (Gentle/Normal) button
Gentle/normal vacuum packing: this button allows the user select the speed
and pressure, depending on the food products that are to be packed.
C. Seal (Moist/Dry) button
Moist or dry sealing: This button can be used to set the sealing time,
depending on the food product type (moist or dry).
D. Canister
Container function: Only for vacuum packing in a suitable container.
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E. Marinate
Marinating function: Important: This function may only be used with an
appropriate container and connector hose.
F. Manual Seal
Sealing only: Vacuum is generated for a short time to ensure that the sealing
strip and sealing bar are clean and will rest on top of each other. Afterwards the
vacuum bag is hot-sealed.
Press this button to select the following functions:
1. Sealing of an open end of the vacuum bag which is fed from the film roll;
2. Only hot-sealing of the vacuum bag. Thus, the user may control the level
of negative pressure building up in the vacuum bag, to prevent gentle
food products from being crushed.
G. Indicator diodes
Relevant indicator diodes provide information on the status of the selected
function of the unit.
Vacuum Packaging
Important advice and tips for vacuum packaging bags
• Do not leave too much air in the vacuum bag. Before sealing the vacuum bag,
squeeze out as much air as possible from the bag. With too much air in the
vacuum bag, the load on the vacuum pump may increase so much that the
motor will not have enough power to suck all air out of the bag.
• In case of food products with sharp edges or corners, e.g. bones or dried
noodles, such places should be padded with paper towels in order to avoid
damaging the vacuum bag.
• Do not put too many food products in the vacuum bag. Leave enough space to
allow easy insertion of an open end of the bag in the vacuum chamber.
• Always place the open end of the vacuum bag flat and evenly on the sealing
strip, do not fold or bend the vacuum bag.
• Big vacuum bags which are not fully filled require longer vacuum packaging
time; smaller bags may be vacuum packed faster.
• Always check the seal it should be even and have no folds.
• In case of incomplete sealing, cut off the seam and repeat the entire vacuum
packaging process.
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Selection of vacuum bags
Vacuum bags are available in various sizes. Select a size of the bag that is suitable
for a food product that is to be sealed.
NOTE!
For vacuum packing use only special vacuum bags (corrugated on one
side, knurled).
Ensure that the length of the packing bag is at least 4-5 cm longer than the food
product to be preserved and allow further 2 cm for each subsequent use of the
vacuum bag.
Forming vacuum bags from film rolls
1. To form a bag, select the film roll of appropriate width.
2. Place the appliance on an even surface.
3. Plug the appliance into a single socket.
Indicator diodes for ‘Normal’ and ‘Dry’ modes light up.
4. Press the release buttons and open
the cover.
Make sure the blade is located at either
end of the cutting mechanism (right or
left), never in the middle.
5. Lift the cutting mechanism and
place the film roll in the recess
under the cover intended for this
purpose.
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6. Unroll the desired length of the film.
7. Pull the cutting mechanism down
and lay it over the film roll.
8. Slide the blade from one end to
another in order to accurately and
cleanly cut off the vacuum bag.
9. Then, place the open end of the cut
vacuum bag on the sealing strip of
the unit but do not stretch it to the
vacuum chamber.
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10. Close the cover, pressing it evenly
on both sides, until both release
buttons audibly snap into place.
11. Press the Manual Seal button to
begin sealing the bag.
The indicator diode for this button will
light up.
As soon as the sealing process is
completed, the indicator light goes off.
12. Press both release buttons (right
and left) and open the cover.
13. Extract the ready vacuum bag.
11. Check the seam. In case of
incomplete sealing, cut off the seam
and repeat the entire hot-sealing
process.
Vacuum packing with the use of vacuum bags
1. Place the food product to be packed in the vacuum bag.
2. Clean the open end of the vacuum bag and make sure there is no food or liquid
residues on it.
3. Place the appliance on an even surface.
4. Plug the appliance into a single socket.
The indicator diodes for ‘Normal’ mode of the Vacuum button and for ‘Dry’ mode of
the Seal button light up.
5. Press the release buttons and open the cover.
6. Always place the open end of the
vacuum bag flat and evenly on the
sealing strip, do not fold or bend the
vacuum bag.
7. Make sure that the air-suction holes
are not covered by the vacuum bag.
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8. Close the cover, pressing it evenly on
both sides, until both release buttons
audibly snap into place.
9. Depending on the food products,
select the speed of vacuum packing by
pressing the Vacuum button:
– ‘Normal’ for normal speed, or
– ‘Gentle’ for soft and delicate
food products or objects.
10. Now press the Seal button to choose the sealing time suitable for the food
products to be packed:
– ‘Dry’ for dry vacuum bags and food products which do not contain
moisture;
– ‘Moist’ for moist vacuum bags and food products which contain some
moisture, or for liquid food products.
If the setting ‘Moist’ is selected, the sealing time is extended so as to ensure proper
sealing of the vacuum bag.
11. Press the button Vacuum & Seal / Cancel.
The indicator diode will light up, vacuum packing starts.
The air is automatically sucked out of the vacuum bag which is then sealed.
NOTE!
During vacuum packing the appliance produces very high negative
pressure in the vacuum bag. Supervise the process of vacuum packing to
avoid grinding or crushing of delicate food products.
12. To stop the process, after reaching the desired negative pressure, immediately
press the ‘Manual Seal’ button.
The vacuum pump stops the process and the appliance switches to sealing the
vacuum bag.
When the indicator lamps ‘Vacuum & Seal / Cancel’ or ‘Manual Seal’ go off, the
vacuum packing process is completed.
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13. Press both release buttons (right and
left) and open the cover.
14. Extract the sealed vacuum bag.
15. Check the seam.
In case of incomplete sealing, cut off the
seam and repeat the entire sealing
process.
HINT!
To achieve optimum vacuum packing and sealing results, we recommend
removing any food residues and spilt liquids from the vacuum chamber
area after each use.
16. The appliance should rest for one minute after each vacuum packing process to
avoid overheating.
17. To open the bag which has been vacuum packed cut it with scissors.
18. After use, disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply (pull the plug
out).
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Vacuum packing with the use of vacuum containers
1. Place the appliance on an even surface.
2. Plug the appliance into a single socket.
The indicator diodes for ‘Normal’ mode of the Vacuum button and for ‘Dry’ mode of
the Seal button will light up.
3. Make sure the vacuum container and the lid are clean and dry.
4. Fill the vacuum container with selected food products and leave at least 3 cm
free from the top of the container.
5. Clean the edge of the container.
6. Put the lid on.
7. Connect the attached connector hose to the vacuum container lid and to the
appropriate coupling on the device.
8. Make sure the lid lock is in the ‘OPEN’ position.
9. Depending on the food products, select the speed of vacuum packing by
pressing the Vacuum button:
– ‘Normal’ for normal speed, or
– ‘Gentle’ for soft and delicate food products or objects.
10. Press the Canister button.
The vacuum packing process starts.
11. To make sure that air was evacuated from between the lid and the vacuum
container, press the lid down at the beginning of the packing process.
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The device stops automatically when the sufficient vacuum has been reached in the
vacuum container. The vacuum packaging process is completed.
12. Close the lid lock and disconnect the connector hose from the lid of the vacuum
container and from the device.
HINT!
When moist food products are packed in the vacuum container, the
moisture may get into the connector hose coupling. Clean the coupling
after each use.
13. Use only appropriate vacuum containers and observe manufacturer’s
instructions regarding opening and closing of the vacuum containers.
14. The unit should rest for one minute after each vacuum packing process to avoid
overheating.
Marinating in the vacuum container
1. Fill the vacuum container with selected food products and leave at least 3 cm
free from the top of the container.
2. Clean the edge of the container and attach the lid.
3. Place the appliance on an even surface.
4. Connect the appliance into a single grounded outlet.
The indicator diodes for ‘Normal’ mode of the Vacuum button and for ‘Dry’ mode of
the Seal button will light up.
5. Make sure the vacuum container and the lid are clean and dry.
6. Fill the vacuum container with selected food products and leave at least 3 cm
free from the top of the container.
7. Clean the edge of the container.
8. Put the lid on.
9. Connect the attached connector hose to the vacuum container lid and to the
appropriate coupling on the device.
10. Make sure the lid lock is in the ‘OPEN’ position.
11. Press the ‘Marinate’ button to start the marinating process.
The indicator diode is on during the process.
When the indicator diode goes off, the marinating process is completed.
12. Make sure the lid lock is in the ‘CLOSED’ position and disconnect the connector
hose from the vacuum container.
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13. To check the vacuum quality, pull the container lid. It must not move.
14. To open the vacuum container, switch the lid lock from ‘CLOSED’ to ‘OPEN’.
6 Cleaning
6.1 Safety Instructions for Cleaning
• Before cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
• Leave the appliance to cool down completely.
• Make sure water does not enter the appliance. Do not immerse the appliance in
water or other liquids during cleaning. Do not clean the appliance with a
pressurized water jet.
• Do not use any sharp or pointed, nor metal implements (knife, fork, etc.). Sharp
or pointed implements may damage the appliance, and when in contact with live
parts, they may cause electric shock.
• For cleaning, do not use any scouring agents that contain solvents nor corrosive
cleaning agents. They may damage the surface.
6.2 Cleaning
External Side of the Appliance
1. Clean the appliance daily after each use, or more frequently if needed.
2. Clean external surfaces of the appliance before use or after use, using a cloth or
sponge and a mild washing agent.
3. Wipe with a clean cloth.
4. Dry all cleaned surfaces thoroughly.
Internal Side of the Appliance
1. Use a paper towel if left-over food products or liquids accumulate in the vacuum
chamber, or on the sealing strip or sealing rod.
2. Wipe the vacuum chamber with a soft, damp cloth.
3. Thoroughly dry the vacuum chamber.
Vacuum Packaging Bags
1. Wash vacuum packaging bags in warm water with a mild cleaning agent.
2. Rinse in fresh water.
3. Then, thoroughly dry the vacuum packaging bags using a lint-free cloth.
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CAUTION!
In order to avoid food poisoning, do not reuse vacuum packaging bags
used for storing raw meat, fish or fatty food products.
Vacuum containers
1. When cleaning vacuum containers and container lids observe the
recommendations included in the operating manual of a given accessory.
2. Make sure that all the accessories are clean and ready for further use.
7 Possible Malfunctions
Mögliche
The table below contains descriptions of possible causes and solutions to
malfunctions or errors during operation of the appliance. When malfunction cannot
be removed, contact the technical service.
In such a case, provide article number, model name and serial number. These data
may be found in the rating plate.
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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
The appliance
does not work
No power
Check and restore the electric
power supply
The appliance is not
connected to the power
supply
Insert the plug into the mains
socket
Damaged power cord or
plug
Contact the service company
ON/OFF switch is not
pressed
Correctly press the ON/OFF
switch
The appliance
does not produce
full vacuum in a
vacuum bag
The open end of the
vacuum bag is not located
entirely in the vacuum
chamber
To ensure proper sealing, the
open end of the vacuum bag
must remain entirely within the
vacuum chamber.
Air evacuation time has not
been set to a sufficient
period
Extend the air evacuation
period
The vacuum bag may be
punched
To check this, seal the
vacuum bag with some air
inside, submerge it in water
and squeeze. Air bubbles
indicate the lack of tightness.
Reseal the vacuum bag or
use another vacuum bag.
No vacuum inside
the vacuum
chamber
Lid seal is soiled or
deformed
Clean the seal or replace it
with a new seal
Vacuum bag loses
vacuum after
sealing
Unsealed places in the
seam may be caused by
creases, crumbs, fat or
moisture
Re-open the vacuum bag,
clean the upper part of the
bag from the inside, remove
any foreign matter from the
sealing strip and re-seal
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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Vacuum bag loses
vacuum after
sealing
The vacuum bag is
damaged
Check the packing bag for any
signs of damage
Wrap the sharp edges of the
contents in a paper towel.
The vacuum bag was not
placed correctly on the
sealing strip
Make sure that the entire
vacuum bag is placed inside the
vacuum chamber during sealing
The device does
generate vacuum
in the vacuum
container
The connector hose is not
properly attached to the
vacuum container lid or to
the appliance coupling
intended for vacuum
containers.
Properly attach the connector
hose to the lid and to the
coupling on the appliance
The lock of the vacuum
container lid is not open
Open the lid lock
The vacuum container is
overfilled
Leave at least 3 cm free from
the top of the container
8 Disposal
Electrical Appliance
Electric appliances are marked with this symbol. Electrical
appliances must be disposed of and recycled in a correct
and environmentally friendly manner. You must not dispose
of electric appliances with household waste. Disconnect the
appliance from the power supply and remove power cord
from the appliance.
Electrical appliances should be returned to designated collection points.
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