apuro CN514-A Vacuum Pack Machine Instruction Manual

apuro CN514-A Vacuum Pack Machine

Safety Tips

• Position on a flat, stable surface.

• A service agent/qualified technician should carry out installation and any repairs if required. Do not remove any components on this product.

• Consult Local and National Standards to comply with the following:

  • Health and Safety at Work Legislation
  •  Fire Precautions
  •  Wiring Regulations
  •  Building Regulations

• • DO NOT immerse the appliance in water.
  • The sealing bar becomes hot during use. DO NOT touch the sealing bar during or immediately after operation.
  • Do not turn Off at the plug to halt operation; always use the Cancel button.
  • Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
  • Only use bags recommended by the supplier/manufacturer with the appliance.
  • Always switch off and disconnect the power supply to the appliance when not in use.
  • Not suitable for outdoor use.
  • Keep all packaging away from children. Dispose of the packaging in accordance to the regulations of local authorities.
  • If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an Apuro agent or a recommended qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.
  • Apuro recommend that this appliance should be periodically tested (at least annually) by a Competent Person. Testing should include, but not be limited to: Visual Inspection, Polarity Test, Insulation Continuity and Functional Test.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Introduction

Please take a few moments to carefully read through this manual. Correct maintenance and operation of this machine will provide the best possible performance from your Apuro product.

Pack Contents

The following is included:

• Apuro Vacuum Pack Machine
• Instruction manual

Apuro prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of packaging the contents are supplied fully functional and free of damage. Should you find any damage as a result of transit, please contact your Apuro dealer immediately.

Location of Controls

Controls / Features

1. Vacuum & Seal
   Starts the automatic operation of vacuuming the bag and then automatically seals the bag when vacuum is complete.

2. Pulse vacuum
   Press this button, and the device starts vacuuming; release the button and it will stop. This process can be repeated. Then press “manual seal” when desired vacuum has been reached to seal. Different vacuum pressure according to different types of foods can be chosen.

3. Sealing time
   Three settings for choosing the best sealing time:

   • Normal button: for dry bags and items without moisture, short sealing time (uses single sealing bar).
   • Middle button: for wet bags or items with a little moisture, extended sealing time (uses single sealing bar).
   • Extended button: for wet bags or items with high moisture, extended sealing time (uses double sealing bar).
   • The default setting is the Normal setting for dry bags and a shorter sealing time.

4. Pressure
   Two buttons for choice of different vacuum pressure:

   • Normal button: for goods to be packed under normal vacuum pressure ;
   • Gentle button: for soft & crushable items where less vacuum pressure is desired.
   • The default setting is normal vacuum pressure.

5. Canister
   For vacuuming canisters, jar lids, wine stoppers or other accessories through a hose.

6. Manual Seal
   This button provides two functions:

   • To seal the open end of a bag without vacuuming, i.e. to make a bag from a bag roll
   • When the automatic “Vacuum & seal” function is in operation, this button stops the motor pump and immediately starts to seal the bag so vacuum pressure inside the bag can be controlled by the operator, to avoid the crushing of delicate items.

7. Hose port
   Insert hose for external accessories such as canister and wine stopper.

8. Cancel
   Stops the machine when in working mode.

9. Ready Indicators
   Shows that the device is on and the lid is closed. If the LED blinks, wait for blinking to stop before you start next operation.

10. Air intake
    Air intake connects with vacuum chamber and pump. Do not cover the intake when placing bag for vacuum & Seal operation.

11. Vacuum chamber
    Position the open end of the bag inside the chamber. Air is drawn out of the bag.

12. Sealing strip
    Place the bag to be sealed over this strip. Clean and dry or replace when dirty, distorted or broken.

13. Lower gasket
    Clean and dry or replace when dirty, distorted or broken.

14. Upper gasket
    Clean and dry or replace when dirty, distorted or broken.

15. Sealing element
    Teflon-coated heating element which heats and seals the bag

16. Bag Cutter

17. Front handle
    Press down to lock the cover. Pull up to open the cover.

18. LED Indicator
    Indicates the status of vacuum or sealing process, and the status of the machine settings.

19. Pressure gauge
    Displays vacuum pressure

Operation

The Vacuum Sealer automatically comes on when plugged in. The Vacuum Sealer is now ready for use.

Vacuum Packing Food (Automatic Vacuum and Seal)

1. Place the food inside in the bag and remove any excess liquid or food residue.

2. Allow a minimum of 25mm-50mm of space at the top of bag to ensure a good seal.

3. Place the open end of the bag across the Sealing Strip, keeping the opening within the chamber ring, and close lid. Press down handle, Ready light will illuminate.

4. Select sealing time depending on the moisture content of food, select pressure of vacuum depending on items to be packed

5. For the Automatic function press the “Vacuum & Seal” button. The indicator light will illuminate.

6. The vacuum pump will engage until required vacuum level is achieved. The machine will automatically go into seal mode.

7. The Manual Seal indicator light will flash as the machine starts to seal.

8. When sealing is complete Vacuum & Seal and manual Seal indicators will switch off. Unlock bag using handle.

9. Remove bag and inspect bag and seal.
   (Note: A good seal will look clear upon inspection. If the seal is spotty, incomplete, wrinkled, white or milky, remove sealed portion and run vacuum and seal process again.)

10. To abort the process, press the “Cancel” button. The machine will stop.

Vacuum Packing Food (Using Pulse Function)

1. Place the food inside in the bag and remove any excess liquid or food residue.

2. Allow a minimum of 25mm-50mm of space at the top of bag to ensure a good seal.

3. Place the open end of the bag across the Sealing Strip, keeping the opening within the chamber ring, and close the lid. Press down the handle, Ready light will illuminate.

4. Press the Pulse button, vacuuming will start. Release the button to stop vacuuming. Repeat until the desired level of Vacuum is achieved.

5. Press the Manual Seal button to seal bag

6. Remove bag and inspect bag and seal.
   (Note: A good seal will look clear upon inspection. If the seal is spotty, incomplete, wrinkled, white or milky, remove the sealed portion and run the vacuum and seal process again.)

7. To abort the process, press the “Cancel” button. The machine will stop.

Using the “Seal Only” Function

1. Place the open end of the bag across the Sealing Strip, keeping the opening within the chamber ring and closing the lid. Press down the handle, ready light will illuminate.
2. Press the Manual Seal button.
3. The Manual Seal Indicator light will illuminate as the machine starts to seal
4. when sealing is complete Manual Seal indicator will switch off. Unlock bag using the handle.
5.  Remove bag and inspect bag and seal.
   Note: A good seal will look clear upon inspection. If the seal is spotty, incomplete, wrinkled, white or milky, remove the sealed portion and run the vacuum and seal process again.)

Cleaning, Care & Maintenance

• Switch off and disconnect from the power supply before cleaning.
• Always allow to cool before cleaning.
• WARNING: Do not allow any water to spill into the appliance when cleaning.
• Use warm, soapy water and a damp cloth to clean the appliance.
•  Dry thoroughly after cleaning.
• An Apuro dealer or qualified technician should carry out repairs if required.

Troubleshooting

plugged in correctly and switched on
Plug or lead is damaged| Call Apuro agent or qualified Technician
Power supply| Check power supply
Appliance does not remove all the air from the bag| Open end of bag not completely inserted| Open lid and reposition bag
Gaskets dirty| Clean gaskets
Open end of bag is dirty| Clean bag
Bag may be punctured| Replace bag
Incorrect bags used| Call Vacuum Pack machine supplier
Suction nozzle blocked| Clear suction nozzle
Lid is not locked into position correctly| Ensure lid is locked in position correctly
Bags are not sealing correctly| Moisture in bag under the sealing bar| Ensure inside of the bag is dry and free from moisture where it is to be sealed
Incorrect bags used| Call Vacuum Pack machine supplier
End of bag not placed above sealing bar| Move end of bag over sealing bar

Technical Specifications

Model| Voltage| Power| Vacuum Pressure (approx.)| Dimensions h x w x d mm| Weight (kg)
---|---|---|---|---|---
CN514-A| 220-240V~

50Hz

| 130W| -0.90Bar| 125 x 400 x 265| 3.5

Electrical Wiring

The plug is to be connected to a suitable mains socket. This appliance is wired as follows:

• Live wire (colored brown) to the terminal marked L
• Neutral wire (colored blue) to the terminal marked N

If in doubt consult a qualified electrician. Electrical isolation points must be kept clear of any obstructions. In the event of any emergency disconnection being required they must be readily accessible.

Compliance

The product must not be disposed of as household waste. To help prevent possible harm to human health and/or the environment, the product must be disposed of in an approved and environmentally safe recycling process. For further information on how to dispose of this product correctly, contact the product supplier, or the local authority responsible for waste disposal in your area. Apuro parts have undergone strict product testing in order to comply with regulatory standards and specifications set by international, independent, and federal authorities. Apuro products have been approved to carry the following symbol:

All rights reserved. No part of these instructions may be produced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Apuro. Every effort is made to ensure all details are correct at the time of going to press, however, Apuro reserve the right to change specifications without notice.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Electrical safety
IEC 60335-1:2010 +A1:2013 +A2:2016 IEC 60335-2-45:2002 +A1:2008 +A2:2011 EN 62233:2008

Electro-Magnetic Compatibility

• EN 55014-1:2017
• EN 55014-2:2015
• EN 61000-3-2:2014
• EN 61000-3-3:2013

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