HENDI 975398 Vacuum Chamber Packaging Machine Kitchen Line User Manual

HENDI 975398 Vacuum Chamber Packaging Machine Kitchen Line

You should read this user manual carefully before using the appliance.

Keep these instructions with the appliance.

Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this Hendi appliance. Before using the appliance for the first time, please read this manual carefully, paying particular attention to the safety regulations outlined below.

Safety regulations

• This appliance is intended for commercial use only.

• The appliance must only be used for the purpose for which it was intended and designed.
  The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by incorrect operation and improper use.

• Keep the appliance and electrical plug away from water and any other liquids. In the event that the appliance should fall into water, immediately remove plug from the socket and do not use until the appliance has been checked by a certified technician. Failure to follow these instructions could cause a risk to lives.

• Never attempt to open the casing of the appliance yourself.

• Do not insert any objects in the casing of the appliance.

• Do not touch the plug with wet or damp hands.

• Danger of electric shock! Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. In case of malfunctions, repairs are to be conducted by qualified personnel only.

• Never use a damaged appliance! Disconnect the appliance from the electrical outlet and contact the retailer if it is damaged.

• Warning! Do not immerse the electrical parts of the appliance in water or other liquids. EN Never hold the appliance under running water.

• Regularly check the power plug and cord for any damage. If the power plug or power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid danger or injury.

• Make sure the cord does not come in contact with sharp or hot objects and keep it away from open fire. To pull the plug out of the socket, always pull on the plug and not on the cord.

• Ensure that the cord (or extension cord) is positioned so that it will not cause a trip hazard.

• Always keep an eye on the appliance when in use.

• Warning! As long as the plug is in the socket the appliance is connected to the power source.

• Turn off the appliance before pulling the plug out of the socket.

• Never carry the appliance by the cord.

• Do not use any extra devices that are not supplied along with the appliance.

• Only connect the appliance to an electrical outlet with the voltage and frequency mentioned on the appliance label.

• Connect the power plug to an easily accessible electrical outlet so that in case of emergency the appliance can be unplugged immediately. To completely switch off the appliance pull the power plug out of the electrical outlet.

• Always turn the appliance off before disconnecting the plug.

• Never use accessories other than those recommended by the manufacturer. Failure to do so could pose a safety risk to the user and could damage the appliance. Only use original parts and accessories.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.

• This appliance must not be used by children under any circumstances. · Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children. · Always disconnect the appliance from the mains if it is left unattended or is not in use, and before assembly, disassembly or cleaning. · Never leave the appliance unattended during use.

Special Safety Regulations

• Use the appliance only as described in this manual.

• Important! Make sure that the pump oil is at least over the OIL LEVEL.

• Use the supplied pump oil only. The pump oil level should be checked regularly by a qualified service technician. Do not use old pump oil.

• Danger of burns! Never touch the sealing bar. It is very hot even after use. There is a danger of burns. Wait until the appliance has cooled down. Also, do not touch the appliance while in use.

• The appliance must be cleaned and food residues must be removed regularly. If the EN appliance is not maintained in a clean condition, this will lead to a detrimental effect on the service life of the appliance and can result in a dangerous condition during use.

• Do not place the appliance on a heating object (gasoline, electric, charcoal cooker, etc.) Keep the appliance away from any hot surfaces and open flames. Always operate the appliance on a level, stable, clean, heat-resistant and dry surface.

• Do not use the appliance near explosive or flammable materials, credit cards, magnetic discs or radios.

• This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.

• Important: Keep all ventilation openings in the appliance clear of obstruction. Allow at least 10 cm spacing around the appliance for ventilation purpose during use.

• Important: This appliance is suitable for sealing food in both solid state such as biscuits, chips & liquid state such as juice, soup, etc.

• Danger of crushing hands! Be careful when closing the lid. · Special care should be taken when moving or transporting the machine due to heavy weight. With at least 2 people or using a trolley for assistance. Move the machine slowly, carefully and never be inclined over 45°.

Intended use

• This appliance is intended for professional use.
• This appliance is only intended for vacuuming and sealing plastic bags with food inside. Any other use may lead to damage to the appliance or personal injury.
• Operating the appliance for any other purpose shall be deemed as a misuse of the device. The user shall be solely liable for improper use of the device.

Grounding installation

This appliance is classified as protection class I appliance and must be connected to a protective ground. Grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded

Prior to start-up

• Make sure the appliance is undamaged. In case
  of any damage, immediately contact your supplier DO NOT use the appliance.

• Remove the entire packaging and protecting foil (if applicable).

• Clean the appliance with lukewarm water and a soft cloth.

• Position the appliance on a flat and stable surface, unless recommended otherwise.

• Provide sufficient space around the appliance to ensure ventilation.

• Position the appliance appropriately to ensure good access to the plug at all times.

• Note: Vacuum bag is not included.

Structure and functions

A ­- Power Button (Power)
When the machine is connected to power, LED (G) will show OFF, press ON/OFF button, LED (G) will show the preset sealing time (or marinate time) and then the preset vacuum degree. The machine is now ready to work. Press ON/ OFF button, the machine will be back to standby mode. LED (G) will show OFF.

B -­ Start Button (Start)
When the machine is ready to work, press the Start button, the machine will enter into vacuum-sealing mode or vacuum-marinate mode (according to the setting mode).

C -­ Seal Button (Seal)
During the vacuum mode, press the Seal button, stop the vacuum process and enter into sealing mode.

D ­- Stop Button (Stop)
Press the Stop button, the machine will stop any process which is underway.

E -­ Set Button (Set)
Press the Set button, choose vacuum-seal mode or vacuum-marinate mode (indicator light will be on accordingly). Press the ” +” and “-” button to adjust the seal time or marinate time (the time will show on the LED).

F -­ Vacuum Level Button (Vacuum Level)
Press the Vacuum Level button, choose the vacuum Degree needed (indicator light will be on accordingly, with a unit of inHg). When choosing ADJUSTABLE, press ” +” and “-” button to set any vacuum degree needed (the vacuum degree will show on the LED).

G ­- LED Display

1. Show the vacuum degree in real time.
2. Show the seal time or marinate time.

H -­ Adjust button (” +” and “-“)

1. Adjust seal time
2. Adjust marinate time
3. Adjust vacuum degree

I -­ Indicator lights

1. Indicate working process
2. Indicate vacuum degree

Technical Data

-29,5”Hg/-999 mbar (±5‰) in the vacuum chamber

Weight approx.| 22,3 kg
Protection class (IEC)| Class I

The manufacturer and dealer is not liable for any inaccuracies due to printing errors or transcription, in this manual. In line with our policy of continuous improvement products, we reserve the
right to make modification of the product, packaging and specifications contained in the Documentation without prior notice.

Getting Started with Vacuum Packaging

If you are part of the food processing or food service industry, there is a good chance that you already know the advantages of vacuum packaging. It has been used with success for many years as a safe and cost effective method for extending shelf life and maintaining the quality of food products. If vacuum packaging is new to your home or business, you will soon wonder how you lived without it! Whether you are a beginner or expert, there are certain basic guidelines that should always be followed in order to package foods safe to eat. Neglecting these basic guidelines can result in food spoilage, and in some cases, illness or death. Once you familiarize yourself with the Vacuum chamber packaging machine Kitchen Line procedures, you will feel at ease using the Chamber Machine and enjoy a higher quality of stored foods.

• Package only fresh foods. Do not package old or rancid foods. An already bad product does not improve with vacuum packaging.
• Fresh foods (Meats, vegetables, cheeses, etc.) should be refrigerated at 40C or below or frozen after vacuum packaging.
• Vacuum packaging removes a high percentage of air. This slows the growth of most living microorganisms, which degrade food, such as aerobic bacteria and molds. However, some forms of bacteria such as clostridium botulinum (responsible for botulism) are anaerobic and grow in the absence of oxygen.
• The foods susceptible to botulinum should be refrigerated for a short term and frozen for long term storage. Consume immediately after heating.
• Vegetables such as cauliflower, broccoli and cabbage will emit gasses when vacuum sealed. To prepare these foods for vacuum packaging, you must blanch them first.
• All perishable foods must be refrigerated or frozen to prevent spoilage.
• Vacuum packaging is not a substitute for canning.

Operating instructions

Preparations

• Read the user manual carefully before use.
• Plug in grounded power socket.

How To Vacuum And Seal With Bags

1. Select vacuum bag
   Select the proper size vacuum pouch. Allow a minimum of 2,5 ­ 5 cm of extra headspace at the top of the pouch to ensure quality, air-tight seal.

2. Select Seal mode and set seal time
   Press Set button, when the indicator light of Seal Time in on, the seal mode is selected. Press “+ ” or “-” button to increase or decrease seal time, time range is 0~6 seconds.

3. Select Vacuum Degree
   Press Vacuum Level, select the vacuum degree needed. There are 6 options: Max (29.3inHg), High (29.0inHg), Medium (27.5inHg), Low (26.0inHg), Minimum (23.5inHg) and Adjustable. Indicator light will be on according to the selected vacuum degree. When select the Adjustable option, press ” +” and “-“button to set any degree between 23.5~29.3inHg
   • Open the lid, press Power button, the machine is ready to work, LED will show the working mode last time. Now use the machine for vacuum packing

4. Put the vacuum bag with items into the vacuum chamber.
   a. Ensure the height of packing bag with liquid or moist food should be less than the height of the sealing bar.
   b. Lay down the packing bag, ensure the bag mouth should be across the sealing bar.
   c. Open the clip in the front of the chamber, clip the underside of the bag mouth and press down the clip to lock the bag.
   Note: the whole bag including the bag mouth should be within the vacuum chamber

5. Working Process (Vacuum-Seal)
   a. Close the lid, press the start button, the device is ready for operation.
   b. Pump starts to work. The indicator light of the preset vacuum degree starts to blink (when the vacuum degree reaches at the preset degree, the indicator light will be constant on). The number on the LED will count up from 0 to preset vacuum degree (when it is up to 5 and 19’Hg, the machine will beep).
   c. When the vacuum is finished, the machine will enter into Seal mode automatically. LED shows the preset seal time, and starts to count down to 0. When Sealing is finished, the machine starts to release air.
   d. When the machine beeps three times, the whole process is finished. The machine will be back to ready-to-work mode. The LED and indicator lights will show accordingly.
   Note: during the above “b” and “c” process, press Seal button, it will enter into Seal mode in advance.

How To Vacuum And MARINATE With Bags

1. Select vacuum bag
   Select the proper size vacuum pouch. Allow a minimum of 2,5 ­ 5 cm of extra headspace at the top of the pouch to ensure quality, air-tight seal.

2. Select Seal mode and set seal time
   Press Set button, when the indicator light of Marinate Time in on, the marinate mode is selected. Press “+ ” or “-” button to increase or decrease marinate time, time range is 9 – 99 minutes.

3. Select Vacuum Degree
   Press Vacuum Level, select the vacuum degree needed. There are 6 options: Max (29.3inHg), High (29.0inHg), Medium (27.5inHg), Low(26.0inHg), Minimum (23.5inHg) and Adjustable. Indicator light will be on according to the selected vacuum degree. When select the Adjustable option, press ” +” and “-“button to set any degree between 23.5~29.3inHg

4. Put the vacuum bag with items into the vacuum chamber.
   a. Ensure the height of packing bag with liquid or moist food should be less than the height of the sealing bar.
   b. Lay down the packing bag, ensure the bag mouth should be across the sealing bar.
   c. Open the clip in the front of the chamber, clip the underside of the bag mouth and press down the clip to lock the bag. Note: the whole bag including the bag mouth should be within the vacuum chamber

5. Working Process (Vacuum-Marinate)
   a. Close the lid, the machine starts up and switches to vacuum and marinating. One cycle takes 9 minutes, You can set up to 11 cycles (99 minutes). One full cycle unfolds as follows: generating a vacuum ­ holding a vacuum ­ discharge. Time required to generating vacuum and discharging approximate 1 minute. Time of holding vacuum approximate 8 minutes.
   b. Pump starts to work. The indicator light of the preset vacuum degree starts to blink (when the vacuum degree reaches at the preset degree, the indicator light will be constant on). The number on the LED will count up from 0 to preset vacuum degree (when it is up to 5 and 19’Hg, the machine will beep).
   c. When the vacuum is finished, the machine will enter into Marinate mode automatically. Marinating time indicated on the display will be counted down every 1 minute. After counted off the value of a multiple of 9, vacuum chamber starts letting air into the bag. When the process of admitting air will end, vacuum and marinate mode is repeated untill the count down reach 0. The process is completed.
   d. When the machine beeps three times, the whole process is finished. The machine will be back to ready-to-work mode. The LED and indicator lights will show accordingly.
   Note: during the above “b” and “c” process, press Seal button, it will enter into Seal mode in advance.

FOOD STORAGE AND SAFETY INFORMATION

The vacuum chamber packaging machine Kitchen Line will revolutionize the way you buy and store food. Because vacuum packaging works to eliminate freezer burn and slow food spoilage, you are now able to take advantage of buying food in bulk without the threat of food waste. Vacuum packaging with the our appliance removes up to 90% of the air from the package. This will help keep food fresher up to 5 times longer than under normal circumstances. Dry foods like pasta, cereals and flour will stay fresh from start to finish.

Plus vacuum packaging prevents weevils and other insects from infesting dry goods. Package only the freshest foods possible. However, please keep in mind that not all foods benefit from vacuum packaging. Never vacuum package garlic or fungi like mushrooms. A dangerous chemical reaction takes place when air is removed, causing these foods to be dangerous if ingested. Vegetables should be blanched before packaging to kill any enzymes that may cause deterioration of out-gassing when vacuumed.

Remark: Above table is just for reference only. In determining the storage period, always suggesting the local sanitary-epidemiological regulations and HACCP.

Troubleshooting

Under the proper circumstances, your vacuum chamber packaging machine Kitchen Line will give you top-notch vacuum performance. In some instances, problems may arise. Please consult the troubleshooting menu before calling customer support.

• Ensure that the machine is properly plugged into a grounded outlet.
• Check the power cord for tears and frays. Do not use machine if power cord is damaged.
• Make sure the Power button was properly pressed. LED screen will be illuminated when on.

Appliance does not pull

a complete vacuum with pouch

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• Vacuum/seal time may not be set high enough. Set vacuum and seal times higher and vacuum again.
• To vacuum and seal properly, the opening of pouch must be within the vacuum chamber.
• If packaging from a roll pouch, make sure first seal is complete and there are no gaps in either seal.
• Vacuum packaging machine and vacuum pouch need to be clean, dry and free of debris for the vacuum process to be successful. Wipe surface of seal bar and inside of pouch and try again.

Vacuum pouch loses vacuum after being sealed|

• Sharp items can puncture small holes in pouches. To prevent this, cover sharp edges with paper towel and vacuum in a new pouch.
• Some fruits and vegetables can release gases (out-gassing) if not properly blanched or frozen before packaging. Open pouch. If you think food spoilage has begun, discard food. If food spoilage has not yet begun, consume immediately. If in doubt, discard food.

Appliance is not sealing pouch properly|

• Seal time may not be long enough. Increase seal time and try again.
• Pouches will not seal if any moisture, food particles or debris are present in the seal area. Wipe the inside of the pouch clean and try again.
• Pouch must be properly placed along the seal bar. Make sure the entire pouch is over the seal bar and there are no wrinkles in pouch material.

Error Codes and Repairing

• Check if the vacuum lid is close;
• Check if the sealing gaskets are assembled correctly;
• Check if the pump still works;
• Check if the pressure switches are still good (check the connecting pipe, pressure switches, 10P data cable, etc.)

E02| When the machine enters into Seal mode, the micro-switch does not close.|

• Check if the vacuum lid is close;
• Check if the micro-switch is correct (GAS1 connecting wire, micro-switch, 10P data cable, etc.)

Warranty

Any defect affecting the functionality of the appliance which becomes apparent within one year after purchase will be repaired by free repair or replacement provided the appliance has been used and maintained in accordance with the instructions and has not been abused or misused in any way. Your statutory rights are not affected. If the appliance is claimed under warranty, state where and when it was purchased and include proof of purchase (e.g. receipt).
In line with our policy of continuous product development we reserve the right to change the product, packaging and documentation specifications without notice.

Discarding & environment

When decommissioning the appliance, the product must not be disposed of with other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose to your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point. Failure to follow this rule may be penalized in accordance with applicable regulations on waste disposal. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help conserve natural re- sources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner EN that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste for recycling, please contact your local waste collection company. The manufacturers and importers do not take responsibility for recycling, treatment and ecological disposal, either directly or through a public system.

References

• hendi.com
• Welkom - HENDI Tools for Chefs

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