Fisher & Paykel CONTEMPORARY VB24SDEX1, User Manual

Page 1: ...USER GUIDE US CA VACUUM SEAL DRAWER MINIMAL VB24SDEB1 VB30SDEB1 CONTEMPORARY VB24SDEX1 VB30SDEX1 PROFESSIONAL VB30SPEX1 ...

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Page 3: ...u begin 8 Using your vacuum seal drawer 11 Functions 13 Selecting vacuuming levels 17 Food care 18 Care and Cleaning 19 Troubleshooting 22 Service and warranty 24 Registration To register your product visit our website fisherpaykel com register ...

Page 4: ...d disconnect it from the power supply to avoid possible electric shock WARNING Hot Surface Hazard Failure to follow this advice could result in burns and scalds To avoid burns and scalds keep children away from this appliance Surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to cause burns Do not touch the sealing bar of the appliance Use protective gloves when handling hot surfaces During and after...

Page 5: ...hould not be stored in the appliance or near its surface WARNING Tipping Hazard This product may tip Keep children away and take care Failure to follow this advice may result in injury The drawer must be secured in place by supplied screws Ensure there is a fixed shelf directly above the drawer if it is not installed under another product ...

Page 6: ...must select a lower heat sealing time or allow the appliance to cool for approximately two minutes between the processes Installation z Ensure your appliance is properly installed and earthed by a qualified technician z Ensure this appliance is connected to a circuit which incorporates an isolating switch providing full disconnection from the power supply z Do not install or operate the appliance ...

Page 7: ...cause it to shatter z Do not operate the appliance if the lid is cracked or broken z Do not store hazardous objects that can explode like containers with gas or air chambers such as spray cans z Do not immerse cord plug or other parts in water or other liquid to protect against electrical shock Do not let the cord hang over the edge of table or counter or in a heated oven z Do not use accessory at...

Page 8: ...te of the Safety and warnings section Drawer features 1 Glass lid 2 Control panel 3 Lid gasket 4 Sealing bar 5 Sealing bar cover 6 Suction inlet adapter 7 Push to open door 8 Serial plate 9 Bag clip not shown 0 Handle not shown Available in VB24SD VB30SD models Located inside the chassis of the drawer Available in VB30SP models 2 3 1 6 4 5 7 8 ...

Page 9: ...ressure is not needed Control panel features 1 Power On Off 2 Vacuum level indicator 3 Sealing Level indicator 4 External vacuum indicator 5 Vacuum level control 6 Sealing level control 7 Suction inlet adapter 8 Start 9 Cancel 0 Moisture indicator 1 Maintenance indicator 1 2 3 4 8 9 0 1 Control panel 5 6 7 control panel Keep the operating panel clean and dry Wash and dry your hands before operatin...

Page 10: ...ot food z A bag containing food that has been sealed under vacuum must be pierced or opened before microwaving Build up of pressure can cause the vacuum bag to burst Filling the vacuum bag z When filling the bag ensure the sealing portion of the bag remains clean in order to seal properly z Fold the top of the bag down inside facing out before filling z The bag should only be filled to two thirds ...

Page 11: ...d place the bag inside the drawer Secure the opening of the bag under the bag clip and position across the sealing bar 3 Close the lid and select the function you want to use Press the center of the door to close the drawer First time use If using the vacuum seal drawer for the first time two LEDs in vacuum level indicators and two LEDs in sealing level indicators are illuminated at start up ...

Page 12: ...y to use Switching ON the Vacuum Seal Drawer Switching OFF the Vacuum Seal Drawer Touch the button on the control panel to switch off the Vacuum Seal Drawer A tone will sound when the process is complete Touch to cancel if you wish to stop the operation at any point during the vacuuming process If the bag is not sealed the vacuuming process ventilation running cannot be interrupted ...

Page 13: ...After several vacuum sealing processes you should select a lower heat sealing time or allow the appliance to cool for approximately two minutes between the processes Touch the vacuum level button once or more to select a suitable vacuuming level Refer to Selecting Vacuum Levels 1 Touch the sealing level button to select a suitable level for sealing time Refer to Selecting Seal Levels 2 Close the g...

Page 14: ...ss lid when closing the drawer Loosely close the screw top lid of the jar before placing inside the Vacuum Seal Drawer Touch the vacuum level button to select a suitable vacuuming level Refer to Selecting Vacuuming Levels for more information 1 Touch the sealing level button repeatedly until all sealing level indicators dim 2 Close the glass lid and touch the start button 3 ...

Page 15: ...asingly hotter After several sealing processes you should select a lower heat sealing time or allow the appliance to cool for approximately two minutes between the processes Touch the vacuum level button repeatedly until all vacuum level indicators dim 1 Touch the sealing level button to select a suitable level for sealing time 2 Close the glass lid and touch the start button 3 ...

Page 16: ...al vacuuming to level 1 to avoid gas in the wine from being affected An external vacuuming accessories kit is supplied for this function The kit includes a suction inlet adapter a tube a vacuum stopper and a stopper adapter 1 2 adapter 3 adapter Connect one end of the suction tube to the large adapter attached to the suction inlet in the vacuum tank To release air from the bottle Place the bottle ...

Page 17: ... Vacuum food e g meat marinated with vinegar or wine Reduces oxidation of wine and vinegar z Opened jars can be sealed airtight again z Vacuum seals nuts or seeds etc to protect against infestation or oxidation z Evacuates air from bottles of oil and wine 2 z Firmer fruits such as apples and pears z Softer vegetables such as bell peppers tomatoes and zucchini z Fish whole unskinned or filleted z F...

Page 18: ...coli white cabbage red cabbage pulses fresh beans peas and stalks and shoots asparagus should be blanched before vacuum sealing to release gas Blanch in a steam cooker or in boiling water before running the vegetables under cold water or place in an ice bath to chill quickly Vacuum sealing your food can reduce storage space in your freezer Storage To store food safely the following points must be ...

Page 19: ...ater and a little washing up liquid for metallic surfaces Rub in the direction of the original polish lines z Dry with a soft cloth z Clean the sealing bar with a soft cloth dampened with water and a little washing up liquid and dry with a soft cloth The sealing bar cover can be cleaned in the dishwasher z Put the sealing bar cover back in place in the appliance z Position the sealing bar on the t...

Page 20: ... Position the new sealing bar on two locating pins in the appliance 1 Remove the damaged lid gasket 2 Fit the new appliance lid gasket The seal pad is located on the underside of the drawer lid 1 Remove the damaged seal pad from the holder 2 Insert the new seal pad in the holder A B Replacing the sealing bar Replacing the drawer lid gasket Replacing the seal pad ...

Page 21: ... pump Dehumidifying Dehumidification is necessary when the oil in the vacuum pump contains too much water from frequently vacuuming moist foodstuffs If and buttons illuminate the oil in the vacuum pump can be dehumidified Close the drawer lid and touch the button to start dehumidification If and buttons illuminate the oil in the vacuum pump must be dehumidified Close the drawer lid and touch the b...

Page 22: ...fficient vacuum in the bag The vacuuming level selected was too low for the particular foodstuff used Select the next highest level The suction inlet of the vacuum pump is obstructed Ensure the bag is not obstructing the suction inlet of the vacuum pump The bag is not airtight Vacuum seal the food in a new bag selecting a higher level for the sealing time if necessary The liquid in the vacuum bag ...

Page 23: ...pen The appliance is in operation Wait until the appliance is ventilated at the end of the process and an acoustic signal is emitted There was an interruption in the power supply Reconnect the power supply The appliance is being ventilated Noises can be heard during operation Appliance can make noises during operation e g switching and pumping noises This is normal The maintenance button illuminat...

Page 24: ...behind the drip pan handle z Code can be found on the inside right side panel behind the drip pan handle z Date of installation If after checking these points you still need assistance or parts please refer to the Service Warranty book for warranty details and your nearest Service Center Customer Care or contact us through our website www fisherpaykel com or email customer care fisherpaykel com Co...

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Page 26: ...nge at any time The product specifications in this guide apply to the specific products and models described at the date of issue Under our policy of continuous product improvement these specifications may change at any time For current details about model and specification availability in your country please go to our website or contact your local Fisher Paykel dealer ...