5.
Function display
The LED light in front of the function lights up if the function is active during the programme
cycle or if the function is selected in the programming mode.
6.
– / STOP button
This is used to interrupt the entire cycle during a packaging cycle. All functions are skipped
and the cycle is terminated. In the programming mode, the value of the selected parameter
can be lowered using this button.
7.
+ / VACUUM STOP button
This stops the active function and proceeds to the next programme step. In the programming
mode, the value of the selected parameter can be increased using this button.
8.
Vacuum meter
Shows the pressure in the vacuum chamber. A value of -1 bar corresponds to 99% vacuum.
6.1.2 Starting the Machine
1.
Plug in the machine.
2.
Turn the main switch to the ON position (see Electrical Installation on page 40) to turn on
the machine.
3.
Press the on/off button on the control panel or on the rear of the machine to enable the
operation.
Two dashes may be shown on the display during the first start-up or ventilation. This means that
the machine needs to be decompressed. In this case, open the lid to decompress the machine.
6.1.3 Starting the Packaging Cycle
The machine must be started in accordance with Starting the Machine on page 20 before
starting a packaging cycle.
1.
Select the desired programme.
Press the
▲▼
button
2.
Put the product/products in place.
a.
Put the product/products in the vacuum bag.
b.
Place the vacuum bag in/on the vacuum chamber. Make sure the opening(s) is/are
correctly placed with regard to the seal position(s).
3.
Close the lid.
The packaging cycle will start.
6.1.4 Proceeding to the Next Step in the Cycle
For some products, it may be necessary to proceed to the next step in the packaging cycle before
the vacuum time or the vacuum level has been reached.
1.
Proceed to the next step in the cycle.
Press the + / VACUUM STOP button.
The next step will be started.
6.1.5 Terminating a Programme
Programmes such as the packaging programme or the pump cleaning programme can be
terminated at any time.
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