BVS500 the Vacuum Fresh EN INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Stollar recommends safety first At Stollar we are very safety conscious. We design and manufacture consumer products with the safety of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind. In addition we ask that you exercise a degree of care when using any electrical appliance and adhere to the following precautions.
EN Stollar recommends safety first IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES • Fully unwind the power cord before use. • Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a bench or table, touch hot surfaces or become knotted. • To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the power cord, power plug or appliance in water or any other liquid, unless it is recommended in the cleaning instructions.
KNOW YOUR STOLLAR APPLIANCE KNOW Your Stollar Vacuum Fresh BVS500 1 Control Panel 1. Vacuum & Seal / Cancel This button has two functions depending on the machine status: • At stand-by condition, it starts the automatic operation of vacuuming the bag and then automatically seals the bag when vacuum is complete; • At working (vacuuming or sealing operations) condition, it stops the machine. 2.
EN KNOW YOUR STOLLAR APPLIANCE 5. Hooks Lock the lid. 6. Sealing strip Heat-seals bags and rolls. 7. Upper/Lower gaskets Form vacuum chamber. 8. Air intake For use with canisters. 9. Vacuum chamber Draws air out of bag and catches any liquid overflow from the bag. 10. Sealing element Teflon-coated heating element seals bags and rolls. 11. Release buttons Release the vacuum pressure inside the machine.
1. OPERATING YOUR STOLLAR APPLIANCE OPERATING Your Stollar Vacuum Fresh BVS500 Before first use Before using your vacuum machine for the first time, remove any packaging material and promotional labels. Ensure the appliance is switched off at the power outlet and the power cord is unplugged. Wipe the VacuumFresh unit with a soft damp cloth. Vacuum sealing with a bag 1. Place the VacuumFresh on a flat dry surface. Plug the power plug into a 220/240V power outlet. 2.
EN OPERATING YOUR STOLLAR APPLIANCE NOTE • This appliance is for household use only. Allow vacuum machine to cool down before next use. The VacuumFresh should be operated only one time in one minute, and should not be continuously used this way for over 10 times. Otherwise, the machine would get too hot and would require minimum 15 minutes cool down time before next use. • Avoid overheat of the sealing element. Do not activate “seal” button within 15 seconds from the last use.
OPERATING YOUR STOLLAR APPLIANCE 6. Press 2 release buttons on either side of the VacuumFresh and you can remove the bag from the VacuumFresh and place items that need to be sealed into the bag. Vacuum package in a Vacuum Canister 1. Place the VacuumFresh on a flat dry surface. Plug the power plug into a 220/240V power outlet. 2. Wipe canister cover, canister base with a soft damp cloth and ensure they are clean and dry. 7. Place the item inside the bag.
EN OPERATING YOUR STOLLAR APPLIANCE Cord storage box Put the power cord into the storage box in the back of the machine when not using. Do not wrap the cord around the appliance. SEALING BASICS Vacuum sealing is an easy and convenient way to help preserve the freshness of your food. Vacuum sealing is not intended to replace refrigeration or freezing. Food that normally requires refrigeration (below 4 degrees) or freezing (below -17 degrees) even when vacuum sealed should still be refrigerated or frozen.
OPERATING YOUR STOLLAR APPLIANCE Vegetables Frozen vegetables sometimes turn black if they are not blanched before freezing. To blanch vegetables, fill 1 litre pot with water and bring to the boil. Also fill a large bowl with ice water and have a colander or strainer on hand. Add vegetables to boiling water and cook for the times suggested. Vegetables should retain a vibrant colour and remain crisp and ‘under cooked’. Remove from boiling water and plunge into ice water until completely chilled.
EN OPERATING YOUR STOLLAR APPLIANCE FOOD PRESERVATION CHART FREEZER STANDARD SHELF LIFE VACUUM SHELF LIFE Large cuts of beef, pork or lamb 6 months 2-3 years Minced meat 4 months 1 year Poultry 6 months 2-3 years Fish 4 months 1 year Cooked meals (stews, soups) 3-6 months 1-2 years Vegetables 6 months 1-2 years Berries 1-2 months 6-8 months FRIDGE STANDARD SHELF LIFE VACUUM SHELF LIFE Semi hard cheeses (cheddar, swiss) 1-2 weeks 4-8 months Hard cheeses (parmesan) 1-2 weeks 4
CARE & CLEANING CARE & CLEANING Stollar Vacuum Fresh BVS500 It is important to ensure that all parts of your the VacuumFresh sealing system is cleaned on a regular basis to avoid the formation of bacteria and yeast fermentation. Follow the care and cleaning guidelines below: Cleaning the VacuumFresh 1. Before disassembling and cleaning, ensure the power is unplugged from the power outlet. 2. To clean the appliance, simply wipe down with a clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
EN TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Stollar Vacuum Fresh BVS500 PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION Nothing happens when I try to vacuum package Check the power cord to see if it is firmly plugged into electrical outlet. Examine the power cord for any damages. See if the electrical outlet is operative by plugging in another appliance. Make sure the bag is placed correctly inside the vacuum chamber and beneath the air intake.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION The appliance does not turn to seal after vacuuming There is a vacuum pressure sensor built in this appliance. The VacuumFresh will not turn to seal automatically if the vacuum pressure inside the bag is not able to reach to the predetermined vacuum pressure. Check the sealing strip and the foam gasket beneath the lid for debris and correct position. Wipe clean and smooth them back into place, and try again.
EN TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION The canister doesn’t vacuum Make sure the hose is well connected both to the appliance and the canister firmly. Check if the knob of the canister is on the position of “Seal”. Press the lid OR on the hose adaptor at the very beginning of vacuuming to avoid leaking from the cover seal. Check if there are significant damages or smashes, if yes, change it for a new one. Check the function of the vacuum sealer. Make sure the rim of the canister is clean enough.
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