KITCHENAID KVXXX 44600 User Manual

Instructions for use

Safety instructions	4
Safeguarding the environment	5
Appliance description	6
Supplied with the product	6
Control panel	6
Preliminary instructions for use	7
Preparing vacuum bags and containers	8
Machine operation indications	10
Cleaning the product	11
Troubleshooting guide	12
After-sales Service	13
KitchenAid front panel in stainless steel
with anti-fingerprint surface finish	13

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Safety instructions

Important to be read and observed

Before using the appliance carefully read these safety instructions. Keep them nearby close at hand for future reference.

These instructions are also be available on website: docs.kichenaid.eu

These instructions and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings, to be observed at all times.

The manufacturer declines any liability for failure to observe these safety instructions, for inapropriate use of the appliance or incorrect setting of controls.

Safety warnings

Very young (0-3 years) and young children (3-8 years) shall be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised. Children from 8 years old and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe use and understand the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried

out by children without supervision.

Permitted use

CAUTION: The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote controlled system.

This appliance is solely for domestic, not professional use.

Do not use the appliance outdoors. Do not store explosive or flammable substances such as

aerosol cans and do not place or use gasoline or other flammable materials in or near the appliance: a fire may break out if the appliance is inadvertently switched on.

Only use KitchenAid brand bags for vacuum packaging and purposedesigned KitchenAid containers. Commercially available bags for food storage are not suitable for heat sealing and cannot guarantee a vacuum for a sufficient period of time.

Never hang anything heavy on the handle affixed to the machine panel.

Installation

The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons. Use protective gloves to unpack and install the appliance. Installation and repairs must be carried out by a qualified technician, in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions and local safety regulations. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically stated in the user manual.

Children should not perform installation operations. Keep children away during installation. Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, during and after the installation.

After unpacking the appliance, make sure that it has not been damaged during transport and that the lid closes perectly. In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales Service. The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before any installation operation.

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During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable.

Only activate the appliance when the installation has been completed.

Electrical warnings

For installation to comply with current safety regulations, an omnipolar switch with minimum contact gap of 3 mm is required and the appliance must be earthed. If the power cable is damaged, replace with an identical one. The power cable must only be replaced by a qualified technician in compliance with the manufacturer instruction and current safety regulations. Contact an authorized service center.

Check that the voltage on the rating plate correspods to the voltage of your home. The rating plate is located on the left hand side of the appliance.

If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, contact a qualified technician.

Safeguarding the environment

Disposal of packaging materials

The packaging material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycle symbol . The various parts of the packaging must therefore be disposed of responsibility and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste disposal.

Scrapping of household appliances

When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves (if present) so that children cannot easily climb inside and become trapped. This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or reusable materials. Dispose of it in accordance with local waste disposal regulations.

For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of household electrical appliances, contact your competent local authority, the collection service for household waste or the store where you purchase the appliance.

The power cable must be long enough to connect the appliance, once fitted in its housing, to the main power supply. Do not pull the power supply cable.

Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets or adapters.

Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged mains cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. Keep the cord away from hot surfaces.

The electrical components must not be accessible to the user after installation.

Do not touch the appliance with any wet part of the body and do not operate it when barefoot.

Cleaning and maintenance

Never use steam cleaning equipment.

Wear protective gloves for cleaning and maintenance.

The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before any maintenance operation.

This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2012/19/EU, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

The symbol on the product or on the accompanying documentation indicates that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to an appropriate collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

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