BUFFALO CT014 Vacuum Pack Machine Instruction Manual

BUFFALO CT014 Vacuum Pack Machine

Safety Instructions

•  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
  – BS EN Codes of Practice
  – Fire Precautions
  – IEE 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 BUFFALO agent or a recommended qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.

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

• 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.

•  BUFFALO 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 Testing.

• BUFFALO recommend that this product is connected to a circuit protected by an appropriate RCD (Residual Current Device).

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 BUFFALO product.

Pack Contents

The following is included:

• BUFFALO Chamber Vacuum Pack Machine
• Instruction manual

BUFFALO 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 BUFFALO dealer immediately.

Location of Controls

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

2. 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.
   Note: The appliance will start vacuuming first for about 20 seconds to keep tightness of the sealing bar before it actually seals the bags.
   • During automatic “Vacuum and Seal” function press the “Seal” key to immediately start the bag sealing process (to avoid crushing delicate items)

3. Vacuum Time Display
   Shows the working time and progress of vacuuming

4. Seal Time Display
   Shows the working time and progress of sealing

5. Set
   To choose setting the vacuum time or sealing time
   • Vacuum time range: 20-99 seconds
   • Sealing time range: 3-9 seconds

6. +
   To increase the vacuum time or sealing time

7. –
   To decrease the vacuum time or sealing time

8.   Cancel
   Stops the machine when in working mode

9. Marinate
   Work with vacuum function only for 99s and no seal

10. Pressure gauge
    Displays vacuum pressure

11. Lid gasket
    Keeps air away by forming vacuum chamber with gasket. Clean and dry or replace when dirty, distorted or broken

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

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

14. Bag Fixer
    Fix the bag when vacuum and sealing

15. Lid handle
    Press down to lock the lid. Pull up to open the lid.

16. Power switch (I/O)
    Turn on/off the appliance

17. Carrying handle

18. LED Indicator lights
    Indicates the status of vacuum, seal, or marinate process

Operation

•  Plug in the appliance and turn on Power Switch (I).
• The machine is now ready for use.

Tips for vacuuming/sealing

•  Always expel extra air out of bags before closing the lid and starting the vacuum pump.
• Always place the open end of the bag flat and straight on the sealing bar. Do not overlap or wrinkle.
•  Large and empty bag needs longer vacuum pumping time.
•  Increase the vacuum pumping time for a tighter package.
•  Fresh Fruit and vegetables are still alive and can breath, thus are not recommended to pack under vacuum. Vacuum pressure will squeeze and harm them.
•  For best marinating effects, repeat the vacuum pumping 2 or 3 times.
• Always check the melt sealing line to ensure it is clear, flat and evenly melted. Add one or two more seconds if needed.
•  Add one or two more seconds in winter time and cold days for better sealing result.
• Keep the open end of the bag clean and dry. Add two more seconds if the open end of the bag is wet.
• The appliance reaches a very high vacuum pressure during automatic “Vacuum and Seal” process. To avoid delicate contents are crushed by the high pressure, keep an eye on the vacuum gauge and if needed press the “Seal” key to interrupt the process before the set time expires. In such case, the appliance turns off the pumping and switches to sealing of the vacuum bag.

Set vacuum/seal time

• Use the “Set” key to choose setting the vacuum time or sealing time. Use “+” or “-” to increase or decrease the time setting. Choose suitable working time according to the food type, bag type, ambient temperature, etc.
•  All cooking times below are approximate and provided for reference only.

99

  Making a bag from bag roll (Using the “Seal” Function)

1. Open the lid until it rests stably.
2. Pull out the bag roll and cut to the suitable length.
3.  Place one end of the bag on the sealing bar, making sure to fix this end with the bag fixer.
4. Close the lid. Then set the sealing time.
5. Press the “Seal” key. The pump will work a few seconds. Then the seal time starts to count down on the display until “0” is shown. Upon sealing completion, the “Seal” indicator light flashes a few seconds then goes out.
6. Open the lid to remove the finished bag. The bag is now ready for vacuum packing.

Vacuum Packing Food (Automatic Vacuum and Seal)

1. Open the lid.

2. Place the food inside the bag. Clean and straighten the open end of the bag, making sure of no dust, wrinkle or ripples present. Allow minimum of 25-50mm of space at the top of bag to ensure a good seal.

3.  Place the open end of the bag on the sealing bar, making sure to fix this end with the bag fixer.

4. Close the lid. Then set the vacuum/seal time.

5. Press the “Vacuum&Seal” key. The appliance goes to vacuum cycle. When vacuuming, vacuum time counts down on the display until “0” is shown.
   At anytime during vacuuming, pressing the “Seal” key will override timer and complete the vacuum cycle.

6. After the vacuum cycle the machine automatically goes to sealing cycle. When sealing, seal time counts down on the display until “0” is shown.

7. Upon sealing completion, “Vacuum&Seal” indicator light and “Seal” indicator light flash a few seconds then go out.

8. Open the lid to remove the bag.

9. Check the vacuum 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. Press “Cancel” key to stop the machine at any time.

WARNING:

• For best sealing result, let the appliance cool down for 1 minute before reuse. Wipe out any excess liquid or food residue in the vacuum chamber after each use.
• Please store the vacuumed items properly. All perishable foods must be refrigerated or frozen to prevent spoilage.

Using the “Marinate” function

1.  Put the marinated items into a suitable container.
2. Open the lid and place the container inside the vacuum chamber. Then close the lid.
3. Press the “Marinate” key. The appliance starts to work with vacuum function only. Meanwhile, vacuum time counts down on the display from 99s to 0. Upon the “Marinate” function completion, the “Marinate” indicator light flashes a few seconds then goes out.
4.  Repeat step 3 two more times.
5. Open the lid to remove the marinated items.

Note: To ensure there is no air leaking from the lid, always hold down the lid tight on top of the chamber a few seconds when starting the machine.

Cleaning, Care & Maintenance

Unplug the appliance and allow to cool before any cleaning and maintenance.
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.
• Store the unit in a dry and well-ventilated place, out of the reach of children.

WARNING:

To avoid illness, do not reuse bags having stored raw meats, raw fish or greasy foods. Do not reuse bags that have been microwaved or boiled.

Troubleshooting

A BUFFALO dealer or qualified technician should carry out repairs if required.

Technical Specifications

Model

| ****

Voltage

| ****

Power

| ****

Current

| Vacuum Pressure (Max.)| Dimensions h x w x d mm| Weight (kg)
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
CT014| 220-240V~

50Hz

| 350W| 1.52A| -0.95Bar| 271 x 372 x 423| 14.5

Electrical Wiring

This appliance is supplied with a 3 pin BS1363 plug and lead. The plug is to be connected to a suitable mains socket. This appliance is wired as follows:

• Live wire (coloured brown) to terminal marked L
• Neutral wire (coloured blue) to terminal marked N
• Earth wire (coloured green/yellow) to terminal marked E

This appliance must be earthed.
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 WEEE logo on this product or its documentation indicates that 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.

BUFFALO parts have undergone strict product testing in order to comply with regulatory standards and specifications set by international, independent, and federal authorities.
BUFFALO 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 BUFFALO.
Every effort is made to ensure all details are correct at the time of going to press, however, BUFFALO reserve the right to change specifications without notice.

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