Steba VK 4 Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

VK 4 Vacuum Cleaner
Instruction Manual

220 – 240V; 110 Watt; 50/60Hz
Vakuumierer VK 4

Vacuum sealing

Food easily spoils under the influence of oxygen, light and temperatures above 0°C. Storing food in a fridge increases shelf life a little.
The advantages of Vacuum sealing:

• The removal of oxygen gives bacteria and mold little opportunity to grow
• Moisture and nutrients are retained.
• Protects from odors and odor accumulation
• Hygienic storage.
  The food therefore stays fresh significantly longer!

Generally
This appliance is for private and indoor use only and must not be used commercially. Please read the instruction manual carefully and keep it at a safe place. When the appliance is given to another person the instruction manual should be passed to that person, too. Only use the appliance as described in the instruction manual and pay attention to the safety information. No liability for damages or accidents will be accepted, which are caused by not paying attention to the instruction manual.

Safety information

• Connect the appliance to an wall socket and operate it only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate.
• Do not use if the cord or appliance is damaged. Always check before using the appliance!
• Do not touch the power cord with wet hands.
• The appliance can be used by children aged 8 and above and persons with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience/knowledge, provided that are supervised or have been provided with instruction in the safe use of the appliance and have understood the resulting dangers. Children must not use the packaging as a toy. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children unless they are 8 years or older and are supervised.
• Children under the age of 8 must be kept away from the appliance and the power cord.
• The appliance must not be operated using a timer or a separate remote system!
• After using the appliance or if the appliance malfunctions, always pull out the plug.
• Never pull at the cord set. Do not chafe it over edges or squeeze it.
• Keep the power supply cord away from hot parts.
• Never leave the appliance unattended when operating.
• Do not leave the appliance outdoors or in a damp area.
• Never immerse the appliance in water.
• Do not operate the appliance if it is damaged (for example if it felt down).
• The manufacturer is not liable for damage occurred by using the appliance in another way than described or if a mistake in operating has been made.
• To prevent injury, repairs such as replacing a damaged cord, should only be carried out by customer service.
• Only use original spare parts.
• Caution! The foil sealing strip becomes hot. Do not transport until the equipment has cooled down.
• Disconnect plug from power supply when device is not in use.
• If an extension cable is being used, please ensure that children do not pull on it and that it is not a potential tripping hazard.
• The device is not intended for continuous use, always allow to cool between sealing operations.

Workspace:

Important: Never put the device on or next to a hot surface (e.g. the rings of a stove).
Always put the device on a surface that is level, stable, temperature- resistant and dry.
Keep it away from the edge of work surfaces so that it cannot fall off during use.

Before initial use:

• Wipe off the device with a damp towel.
• The sealing rings and the bag sealing bar must be clean and level, otherwise it will not be possible to generate a vacuum.

Cleaning

• Unplug the device and leave to cool down.
• Do not immerse the device in water or pour water over it.
• For hygienic reasons, the device must be cleaned after every use.
• Remove the lower seal and the lower contact seal out of the vacuum chamber and clean in warm soapy water and leave to dry.
• Wipe the other parts with a damp cloth with detergent and dry. Do not use abrasive detergents.
• “Acting” Ensure that the upper welding strip and the upper seal are not damaged.
• Carefully install the lower two seals.
• Ensure that no liquids enter the vacuum extractor when cleaning.

Workspace:
Important: Never put the device on or next to a hot surface (e.g. the rings of a stove).
Always put the device on a surface that is level, stable, temperature- resistant and dry.
Keep it away from the edge of work surfaces so that it cannot fall off during use.

Before initial use:

• Wipe off the device with a damp towel.
• The sealing rings and the bag sealing bar must be clean and level, otherwise it will not be possible to generate a vacuum.

Cleaning

• Unplug the device and leave to cool down.
• Do not immerse the device in water or pour water over it.
• For hygienic reasons, the device must be cleaned after every use.
• Remove the lower seal and the lower contact seal out of the vacuum chamber and clean in warm soapy water and leave to dry.
• Wipe the other parts with a damp cloth with detergent and dry. Do not use abrasive detergents.
• “Acting” Ensure that the upper welding strip and the upper seal are not damaged.
• Carefully install the lower two seals.
• Ensure that no liquids enter the vacuum extractor when cleaning.

Roll of film / bags
Use only the special rolls of film / plastic bags that are suitable for vacuuming and sealing. If the wrong film is used it will stick to the device and damage the sealing bar.
The following special films are available from Stena, among other things:
Plastic bags: 22 x 30cm: Item no. 93-20-00 EAN: 4011833400888
Plastic bags: 28 x 40cm: Item no. 93-24-00 EAN: 4011833400895
Roll of film: 20 x 600cm: Item no. 93-26-00 EAN: 4011833400901
Roll of film: 28 x 600cm: Item no. 93-36-00 EAN: 4011833400918

How to use

1. Stop
2. Seal
3. Vacuum and seal

A) Locking hook
B) Vacuum chamber
C) Lower gasket
D) Rubber lid
E) Sealing bar
F) Vacuum nozzle (should not be covered by films); nozzle for vacuum hose
G) Release button right/left
H) Canister button

Making bags from rolls of film

• Determine the space required for the food
• For the lower and the head welding, add 8cm length.
• Place the front end of this tube of film against the black oval sealing lip, ensuring that it is smooth and free of creases.
• Close the lid and lock it by pressing on the right and left side.
• Seal with the „Seal“ button. The unit stops automatically when the welding has been done.
• Press the right and left release buttons to open the device.
• The sealing bar will be hot!

Vacuum Sealing

• Do not seal spoiled food or flammable liquids.
• Place the food in the bag. Ensure that the bag is not damaged by any sharp objects, such as bones.
• Insert the bag up to half down the vacuuming tray, ensuring that it is free of creases, dry and free of residue.
• Damp bags are difficult to weld. Press excess air out of the bag so the pump does not pump unnecessarily.
• Lock the lid on the right and left side with an audible click and press the “Vas/Seal button.
• Ensure that the vacuum pump does not suck up any liquids. If this occurs, press the stop button immediately.
• The aspiration and the welding stop automatically.
• Do not seal twice in the same place, since this may cause the film to burn.
• Allow the device to cool for one minute between sealing operations.
• If the device becomes overloaded, the overheating protection will switch the device off. If this happens, disconnect the device from the power supply and leave it to cool for about 20 minutes.

Vacuum hose

• Do not fill the vacuum container too high with liquids
• Open the lid of the device and put the vacuum hose with the large adapter on the vacuum nozzle in the vacuum chamber.
• Place the small adapter on the vacuum container
• Pres the canister button. The device works and stops automatically.

Troubleshooting

• Is the lid locked on the right and left?
• Is the film placed in the oval vacuum chamber?
• Is the aspiration covered by a film?
Air in the films| • The weld is not closed
• Did you use an inappropriate film? (use only films suitable for vacuuming)
• Is the film soiled or wet in the area of the weld?
• Is a crease at the weld?
• Is the sealing bar clean?

Disposal:

Packaging disposal:
Do not throw away the package materials. Please put it in the recycling bin.

Gift box: Paper, should be put to the old paper collection point.
Plastic packaging material and foils should be collected in the special collection containers.

Correct Disposal of this product
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human  health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

Service and Repair:
If the appliance must be repaired, please get in touch with your trader or with the manufacturer:

STEBA Elektrogeräte GmbH & Co KG
Pointset. 2, 96129 Strullendorf / Germany
Distribution-Tel.: 09543 / 449-17 / -18,
Service-Tel.: 09543 / 449-44, Fax: 09543 / 449-19
e-Mail: elektro@steba.com
Internet: http://www.steba.com

References

• Steba Elektrogeräte | Qualität. Verlässlichkeit. Kompetenz.

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