Vollrath 40831 Operator’s Manual
VACUUM PACKING MACHINE WITH 12" SEALING BAR
(For machines with serial numbers up to J021-00414847)
Safety PrecautionS
To ensure safe operation, read the following statements and understand
their meaning. This manual contains safety precautions which are
explained below. Please read carefully.
WARNING
Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause
severe personal injury or death.
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CAUTION
Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause
minor or major personal injury if the caution is ignored.
NOTICE is used to note information that is important but not hazardrelated.
These precautions should be followed at all times. Failure to follow these
precautions could result in injury to yourself and others.
Unplug when not in use.
Keep unit and power cord away from open ames, electric burners or
excessive heat.
Do not operate unattended.
Do not operate if unit has been damaged or is malfunctioning in any
way.
function and PurPoSe
This unit is intended to vacuum seal food products in a commercial kitchen
environment. It is not intended for household, industrial or laboratory use.
Item Model Description Voltage Hz Amps Plug
40831 VP12
Vacuum Packing Machine
with 12" Sealing Bar
120 60 8.5
NEMA
5-15P
Thank you for purchasing this Vollrath Vacuum Packing Machine. Before operating the equipment, read and familiarize yourself with
the following operating and safety instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Save the original box and
packaging. Use this packaging to ship the equipment if repairs are needed.
Item No. 26131-1
Rev 2/18/20
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clearance requirementS
The minimum clearance is 6 inches (15 cm) on all sides of the machine and
30 inches (76.2 cm) inches above the machine.
Ambient temperature must be between 41-86 °F (5-30 °C). Never locate the
machine near a heat source. This can damage the lid.
1. Remove all packing material and tape, as well as any protective plastic
from the equipment.
2. Clean any glue residue left by the plastic or tape.
3. Place the vacuum pack machine on a at, level surface.
4. Check the oil gauge window at the back of the machine. Verify the oil
level is between the minimum and maximum ll lines.
NOTICE: Running the machine without oil or insufcient oil will
damage the machine and void the warranty.
5. Plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet that matches the
nameplate rated voltage.
NOTICE:
6. Run the Pump Conditioning program. See “Pump Conditioning program”
on page 4 in this manual.
Using a voltage other than the nameplate rated voltage will
cause damage to the unit. Incorrect voltage, modication
to the power cord or electrical components can damage
the unit and will void the warranty.
overview
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B
C
D
A
Lid - Seals the chamber during the vacuum cycle
Chamber - Products are placed in the chamber with the
B
opening of the vacuum seal bag laid over the seal bar
C
Seal Bar - Seals the vacuum bag
D
Control Panel - Selects and programs functions
E
Seal Pad - Provides counter-pressure on the sealing bar
F
Lid Retainer - Holds lid closed when machine is not in use.
F
C
A
On/Off Button - Turns the machine On and Off.
B
Function Select Button - Selects vacuum or seal functions.
Oil Cleaning Program Button - Activates the pump cleaning
C
program.
Display - Shows the current value of the active function during
D
the program cycle or the set value of the selected function
when the machine is idle
Function LEDs - The LED for the function illuminates when
E
the function is active during the program cycle or when the
function is selected in the programming mode.
Increase Time / Vacuum Stop Button - During a packing
F
cycle, stops the current function and continues to the next step
in the program. In programming mode, increases the time of
the selected function.
Decrease Time / Stop Button - During a packing cycle,
G
interrupts all functions and cancels the cycle. In programming
mode, decreases the time of the selected function.
Vacuum Gauge - Shows the pressure value in the vacuum
H
chamber. A value of -1 bar is the equivalent of 99% vacuum.
oPeration
CAUTION
Burn Hazard.
Sealing bar may become hot after repeated use.
Do not touch the sealing bar when placing vacuum bags in the
chamber
NOTICE: Never pack products that can be damaged by vacuum
packaging.
Avoid packing warm products to reduce condensation and
corrosion risks for the pump.
Special instructions apply for packing liquid products. See
“Packing Liquid Products” on page 3.
The machine is designed for a maximum use of 5 hours per
day.
This machine is not designed for continuous use. Allow 15
seconds between packing cycles. Do not exceed a vacuum
time of 60 seconds.
If the machine has been in use for one hour, stop the
machine and allow it to cool to ambient temperature.
The machine must be moved or transported in an upright
position. The machine may NOT be tilted because this can
cause damage to the pump.
1. Press the power button to turn on the machine. The display shows codes
for the software revision. For example:
2
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2. If the machine has not been used for a while, run the Pump Conditioning
Program. See “Pump Conditioning program” on page 4.
3. Place food product in a vacuum sealing bag.
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