AEG KDK911423 User manual

KDK911423
KDK911413
KDE911423
KDE911413
EN Instructions
Vacuum Drawer
Mode d’emploi
Tiroir pour sous-vide
Bedienungsanleitung
Vakuum-Lade
Istruzioni per l’uso
Cassetto per sottovuoto
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CONTENTS
FOR PERFECT RESULTS
Thank you for choosing this AEG product. We have created it to give you impeccable
performance for many years, with innovative technologies that help make life simpler –
features you might not 󰘰nd on ordinary appliances.
Please spend a few minutes reading to get the very best from it.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
We recommend always using original spare parts.
Always have the following information at hand when you contact the authorised
Assistance Centre: Model, PNC and serial number.
You can 󰘰nd the information on the rating plate.
Warning/Attention - Important safety information.
Information and general recommendations.
Environmental information.
Subject to change without notice.
1. SAFETY INFORMATION.................................................................................................... 3
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................. 4
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................ 6
4. CONTROL PANEL ............................................................................................................. 6
5. BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME........................................................................... 7
6. DAILY USE......................................................................................................................... 7
7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE.................................................................................... 12
8. TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................................... 13
9. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS ......................................................................... 14

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1. SAFETY INFORMATION
Carefully read the instructions before installing and
using the appliance. The manufacturer is not liable
for improper installation and use of the appliance that
may cause injuries and damage. Always keep the
instructions available for future reference.
1.1 Safety of children and vulnerable adults
•This appliance can be used by children aged 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge only if they are given supervision or
trained on how to use the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
•Children should not play with the appliance.
•Keep packaging materials away from children.
•Keep children and pets away from the appliance during
operation.
•Cleaning and maintenance should not be done by
children without supervision.
•Children under the age of 3 years must be ket away
unless constantly supervised.
1.2 Warnings on general safety
• Only quali󰘰ed personnel can install the appliance and
replace the cables.
•Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before
carrying out any maintenance operation.
•Do not use steam cleaners to clean the appliance.
•Do not use abrasive detergents or metal scrapers to
clean the appliance.
•If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, by an authorised technician or by a
quali󰘰ed person to prevent hazardous situations.

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Installation
CAUTION!
The appliance must be installed by
quali󰘰ed personnel only.
• Remove the packaging material.
• Do not install or use the appliance if
damaged.
• Comply with the instructions supplied
with the appliance.
• Always pay attention when moving the
appliance. Always wear safety gloves.
• Do not turn the appliance upside down
or tilt it! This may cause oil to leak from
the pump and damage the equipment.
• Respect the minimum distance from
other appliances.
• Make sure the appliance is installed
and secured to a 󰘰xed structure.
• The sides of the appliance must be
adjacent to other equipment or units
having the same height.
2.2 Electrical connection
CAUTION!
Risk of 󰘰re and electric shock.
• All the electrical connections must be
made by a quali󰘰ed electrician.
• The appliance must be earthed.
• Make sure that all the electrical data
shown on the data plate correspond
to those of the system. Otherwise,
contact an electrician.
• Always use an electrical outlet with a
correctly installed protective contact.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters or
extension cables.
• Make sure not to damage the mains
plug and the mains cable. If the power
cable must be replaced, this should be
carried out by our Assistance Centre.
• Shock protection devices must be
fastened in such a way that they
cannot be removed without tools.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains
socket only once installation has been
completed.
• Do not connect the mains plug if the
mains socket is loose.
• Do not pull the mains cable to
disconnect the appliance. Pull only the
mains plug.
• Use only suitable isolation devices:
circuit breakers, fuses (screw type
fuses must be removed from the fuse
holder), earth fault current releases
and relays.
• The electric system must be equipped
with an isolation device that allows
you to disconnect the appliance from
the mains at every pole. The isolation
device must have a contact opening
width of a minimum 3 mm.
• This appliance complies with the EEC
directives.

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2.3 Use
CAUTION!
Risk of injury, burns, electric
shock or explosion.
• Do not touch the sealing bar after use.
Residual heat can cause burns.
• Use this appliance only in a household
environment.
• Do not modify the speci󰘰cations of this
appliance.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended
during operation.
• Turn the appliance o󰘯 after use.
• Do not use the appliance with wet
hands or when it could come into
contact with water.
• Do not apply pressure on the drawer.
• Do not use the appliance as a work
surface or as a support surface.
• Avoid the presence of sparks or open
󰘱ames near the appliance when you
open the drawer.
Do not place or keep 󰘱ammable liquids,
materials or objects on the appliance, or
inside or close to it.
CAUTION!
You may damage the appliance.
• Pay attention when you remove or
insert the accessories.
• Do not force the cover open during the
work cycle.
• Do not force the cover open during the
work cycle in the case of a power cut.
• Do not place any weight on the cover.
• Prevent any object from falling on
the cover! This can compromise the
integrity, causing cracks or damage.
2.4 Cleaning and maintenance
CAUTION!
There is a risk of injury, 󰘰re or
damage.
• Before carrying out any maintenance
operation, turn the appliance o󰘯 and
disconnect the plug from the mains
socket.
• Check that the appliance is cold.
2.5 Disposing of the appliance
CAUTION!
Risk of injury and choking.
• Disconnect the plug from the power
supply.
• Remove the mains cable and dispose
of it.
2.6 Technical Assistance
• Contact the authorised Assistance
Centre to repair the appliance.
• Only use original spare parts.

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3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1Cover
2Sealing cushion
3Control panel
4Sealing bar
5Front panel
6Tank
7Suction nozzle
8Filler plate
9Fitting for external vacuum
10 Pouches for freezing, cooking and
storage
25 pouches 20x30 cm
25 pouches 25x35 cm
11 Oil 󰘰lter
12 Cap
4. CONTROL PANEL
1MARINADE/INFUSION button
2SEALING time indicator
3SEALING time button
4VACUUM level indicator
5VACUUM level button
6START/STOP button
7ON/OFF button
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5. BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
CAUTION!
Refer to the chapters on safety.
CAUTION!
The plastic cap 12 removed
during installation must be put
aside and installed again for
future machine handling (e.g.
relocated) to prevent oil leaks.
5.1 Cleaning for the 󰘰rst time
• Refer to the “CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE” chapter.
• Wipe all parts with a damp cloth before
the 󰘰rst use.
5.2 First use
Turn the appliance on while holding
down the button.
Proceed with the
RECONDITIONING CYCLE
before use as described below:
• Hold down the button until all the
buttons 󰘱ash.
• Close the cover with light pressure.
• Press the button. The and
buttons 󰘱ash while the program runs.
• At the end of the cycle (15 minutes)
the button will stop 󰘱ashing and the
appliance will be ready for use.
6. DAILY USE
This product is ideal for:
• Vacuum food packaging for
“SousVide” low temperature cooking.
• Vacuum packaging for food
preservation.
• Food marinade/infusion.

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Button Description Function
ON/OFF button Turning the appliance on/o󰘯.
START/STOP button To start/stop the packaging cycle.
VACUUM button Set one of the 4
vacuum levels
available.
The preset value is
MAX.
only sealing
MIN.
MED.
MAX.
Button
SEALING
Set the sealing
time according to
the thickness of the
pouch 1).
The appliance is
preset to 2.5 s,
which is the ideal
time for the pouches
provided.
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1.5 s
2.5 s
4.0 s
MARINADE/
INFUSION button
To activate the marinating/infusion function.
1) The thicker the pouch, the longer the set time.
• Open the drawer completely.
• Turn the appliance on while holding
down the button.
• If necessary, modify the vacuum level
and the sealing time.
• Lift the cover and place the pouch
containing the food to be packed inside
the tank, leaving at least 2 cm beyond
the sealing bar.
• It is important not to soil the pouch in
the sealing area so as to guarantee
a perfect seal. For this reason it is
advisable to fold the inner side of the
pouch outwards by 4-5 cm. Once the
food is inserted, fold the pouch again
in its initial condition.
• For small products, use the supplied
󰘰ller plate, as it helps position the
pouch in the correct position with
respect to the sealing bar.
• Close the cover with light pressure
and press the button which begins
to 󰘱ash. The packaging cycle will then
start.
• The button stops 󰘱ashing at the end of
this cycle.
• Open the cover and remove the pouch.
Do not touch the sealing bar after
use. Residual heat can cause
burns.
• Turn the appliance o󰘯 while holding
down the button.
If the appliance is not used
for 60 minutes it switches o󰘯
automatically.

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Liquid food
If the button is pressed during
operation, the cycle stops and the pouch
is immediately sealed. This procedure
must be used for packing liquid products,
which may boil during the vacuum cycle.
Note: Periodically, the appliance
automatically performs a
reconditioning cycle (see Chap.
6.5) during which the and
buttons 󰘱ash.
Allow the cycle to run without
intervening on the appliance until
the 2 buttons will stop 󰘱ashing.
Depending on the food to be packed, it is advisable to set the vacuum level as shown
in the table:
Vacuum level Use
Package and divide into portions without creating vacuum. 1)
Package and divide into portions of particularly delicate
food (salad, tomatoes, etc.) with the minimum vacuum level
(MIN).
- Package and divide delicate food into portions (cooked
vegetables, fruit, tender meat, pasta) and liquid food (soup,
cream, sauce).
- Marinate in the pouch.
- Vacuum cook (SousVide) delicate food (e.g. 󰘰sh) with the
medium vacuum level (MED).
- Package and divide solid food into portions (raw
vegetables, hard cheese, cold cuts).
- Vacuum cook (SousVide) solid food (e.g. meat, potatoes,
carrots, etc.) with the maximum vacuum level (MAX).
1) This function still produces light vacuum inside the pouch.

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6.1 Using the pouches
The pouches provided are ideal for
freezing, storage and cooking vacuum
packed food at low temperatures.
Pouches order code: 902979704
50 pouches for freezing, vacuum cooking
and storage
(25 pieces, dimensions: 20x30 cm + 25
pieces, dimensions: 25x35 cm)
Pouches order code: 9029794014
50 pouches for vacuum cooking and
storage
(25 pieces, dimensions: 20x30 cm + 25
pieces, dimensions: 25x35 cm)
It is recommended to use original
pouches.
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6.2 Vacuum food packaging
for “SousVide” low temperature
cooking
With this method, the food sealed in the
vacuum pouch is then cooked slowly at
low temperature.
The bene󰄈ts provided are many:
• The 󰘱avour and texture of the remains
unaltered.
• Both 󰘱avour and aromas are
preserved, as the cooking process
does not disperse them.
• The reduced loss of liquid makes the
food softer and less dry.
• Nutrients like minerals and vitamins
are preserved.
• You don’t need to add oils or fats for
cooking.
6.3 Vacuum packaging for food
preservation
Vacuum packing extends food
preservation.
If you wish to vacuum pack freshly
cooked food, it must 󰘰rst be chilled,
possibly using a blast chiller.
6.4 Marinades/infusion
• Turn the appliance on while holding
down the button.
• Place the food with the marinade in
the pan.
• Lift the cover and place the pan in the
tank.
• Press the button, which will start
to 󰘱ash.
• Close the cover with light pressure.
• Press the button to start the
marinade cycle. This button will start
to 󰘱ash.
• This button will stop 󰘱ashing once the
marinating cycle is completed.
• The cover can then be opened and the
pan removed.
The marinating and infusion cycle has a
preset time of 8 minutes.
Increase the infusion and repeat the
cycle.
This infusion can be deactivated at any
time by pressing the button.
You can marinate food directly in
the pouch.
In this case, set the relevant
vacuum level.

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6.5 Additional functions
“External vacuum”
It is to be used to eliminate the air inside
special air-tight containers (not supplied
with this appliance).
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• For the external vacuum, tighten the
󰘰tting 9provided, inside the tank.
• Connect the container pipe to the
󰘰tting 9.
• Set the maximum vacuum level and
disable the sealing .
• With the appliance cover open press
the button to start the packaging
cycle. This button will start to 󰘱ash.
• The button stops 󰘱ashing at the end of
this cycle.
“Reconditioning cycle”
This function is used in the following
situations:
• Before using the appliance for the 󰘰rst
time.
• After extensive downtime.
• After having sealed products with high
humidity content (e.g. soups).
• When you notice a decrease in
appliance performance (e.g. more time
to vacuum or it does not vacuum at
all).
This program lasts about 15 minutes and
guarantees the complete cleaning of the
pump, removing any liquid emulsion that
might be found in the oil.
Do not seal any product while this
program is running.
Proceed as follows:
• Hold down the button until all the
buttons 󰘱ash.
• Close the cover with light pressure.
• Press the button. The and
buttons 󰘱ash while the program runs.
• At the end of the cycle (15 minutes)
the button will stop 󰘱ashing and the
appliance will be ready for use.

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7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
CAUTION!
Refer to the chapters on safety.
• Clean the appliance after each use
with a damp and soft cloth.
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4
6
• Clean the Plexiglas cover 1inside
and out using only neutral detergents
(water and soap).
• Do not use abrasive products, alcohol-
based detergents, abrasive sponges,
solvents or metal objects.
• Follow the safety instructions indicated
on the packaging when using products
to clean the steel tank 6.
• Clean the tank 6, especially in the
case of residue liquid, it is advisable to
remove the sealing bar 4upwards.
• Clean the sealing bar 4with a
dry cloth. Remove any residue that
deposits on the bar.
• Clean the metal surfaces using normal
detergents suitable for stainless steel.

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8. TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUTION!
Refer to the chapters on safety.
8.1 What to do if…
Problem Possible cause Solution
The pouch is not
sealed correctly.
The sealing time is not correct. Change the sealing time.
The cover gasket is dirty or worn. Clean or replace the cover gasket
(contact the Technical Assistance
Service for a replacement).
The pouch is not placed correctly
on the sealing bar.
Position the pouch correctly.
The sealing bar is worn (the
Te󰘱on coating is burnt).
Replace the sealing bar (contact
the Technical Assistance Service
for a replacement).
The blade placed under the
Te󰘱on of the sealing bar is
broken.
Replace the blade (contact the
Technical Assistance Service for a
replacement).
Final vacuum is
poor.
The set vacuum level is not
correct.
Change the vacuum level.
The cover gasket is dirty or worn. Clean or replace the cover gasket
(contact the Technical Assistance
Service for a replacement).
The cover is not closed correctly. Close the cover correctly.
Make sure that objects or dirt are
not found between the cover and
tank.
The cover does
not open.
No power supply. Wait until the power supply is
restored.
The cover is
cracked or
broken.
Damaged cover. Replace the cover (contact the
Technical Assistance Service for a
replacement).
The and
buttons 󰘱ash.
“Reconditioning cycle”
in progress.
Wait for the end of the
“reconditioning cycle” (15
minutes).

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The vacuum
cycle is stopped
within a few
seconds and
the button
󰘱ashes.
The cover gasket is dirty or worn. Clean or replace the gasket of the
cover and check that it is closed
properly.
Alarm messages
Alarm Possible cause Solution
The button will
󰘱ash continuously.
The electrical board is faulty. Contact the Technical Assistance
Service.
The button will
󰘱ash continuously.
The vacuum is not produced. Clean or replace the cover gasket
(contact the Technical Assistance
Service to replace it).
Make sure the cover closes
correctly.
Press the button to reset the
alarm.
The and
buttons 󰘱ash
continuously.
The pump oil must be replaced. Contact the Technical Assistance
Service.
The
button 󰘱ashes
continuously.
The packaging cycle is
terminated in advance
because a wet product is being
packaged.
Press the button to reset the
alarm.
8.2 Assistance Data
If it is not possible to 󰘰nd a solution to
the problem, contact the authorised
Assistance Centre.
The information required for the
Assistance Centre is found on the data
plate on the left side of the appliance. Do
not remove the data plate.
9. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
Recycle materials that carry this
symbol .
Dispose of the packaging in special
containers for recycling. Help protect
the environment and human health and
recycle waste deriving from electric and
electronic devices.
Do not dispose of appliances that carry
this symbol together with domestic
waste.
Return the product to your local recycling
facility or contact your municipal o󰘲ce.

This document sets out the terms and conditions of the product warranties for
AEG Appliances. It is an important document. Please keep it with your proof
of purchase documents in a safe place for future reference should there be a
manufacturing defect in your Appliance. This warranty is in addition to other
rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law.
1. In this warranty:
(a) ‘ACL’ or ‘Australian Consumer Law’ means Schedule 2 to the Competition and
Consumer Act 2010;
(b) ‘Appliance’ means any Electrolux product purchased by you and accompanied
by this document;
(c) ‘ASC’ means Electrolux’s authorised serviced centres;
(d) ‘AEG’ is the brand controlled by Electrolux Home Products Pty Ltd of 163
O’Riordan Street, Mascot NSW 2020, ABN 51 004 762 341 in respect of
Appliances purchased in Australia and Electrolux (NZ) Limited (collectively
“Electrolux”) of 3-5 Niall Burgess Road, Mount Wellington, in respect of
Appliances purchased in New Zealand;
(e) ‘Warranty Period’ means the period specified in clause 3 of this warranty;
(f) ‘you’ means the purchaser of the Appliance not having purchased the
Appliance for re-sale, and ‘your’ has a corresponding meaning.
2. Application: This warranty only applies to new Appliances, purchased and used
in Australia or New Zealand and is in addition to (and does not exclude, restrict, or
modify in any way) other rights and remedies under a law to which the Appliances
or services relate, including any non-excludable statutory guarantees in Australia
and New Zealand.
3. Warranty Period: Subject to these terms and conditions, this warranty continues
for in Australia for a period of 60 months and in New Zealand for a period of 60
months, following the date of original purchase of the Appliance.
4. Repair or replace warranty: During the Warranty Period, Electrolux or its ASC
will, at no extra charge if your Appliance is readily accessible for service, without
special equipment and subject to these terms and conditions, repair or replace
any parts which it considers to be defective. Electrolux may, in its absolute
discretion, choose whether the remedy oered for a valid warranty claim is repair
or replacement. Electrolux or its ASC may use refurbished parts to repair your
Appliance. You agree that any replaced Appliances or parts become the property
of Electrolux.
5. Travel and transportation costs: Subject to clause 7, Electrolux will bear the
reasonable cost of transportation, travel and delivery of the Appliance to and from
Electrolux or its ASC. Travel and transportation will be arranged by Electrolux as
part of any valid warranty claim.
6. Proof of purchase is required before you can make a claim under this warranty.
7. Exclusions: You may not make a claim under this warranty unless the defect claimed
is due to faulty or defective parts or workmanship. This warranty does not cover:
(a) light globes, batteries, filters or similar perishable parts;
(b) parts and Appliances not supplied by Electrolux;
(c) cosmetic damage which does not aect the operation of the Appliance;
(d) damage to the Appliance caused by:
(i) negligence or accident;
(ii) misuse or abuse, including failure to properly maintain or service;
(iii) improper, negligent or faulty servicing or repair works done by
anyone other than an Electrolux authorised repairer or ASC;
(iv) normal wear and tear;
(v) power surges, electrical storm damage or incorrect power supply;
(vi) incomplete or improper installation;
(vii) incorrect, improper or inappropriate operation;
(viii) insect or vermin infestation;
(ix) failure to comply with any additional instructions supplied with
the Appliance;
In addition, Electrolux is not liable under this warranty if:
(a) the Appliance has been, or Electrolux reasonably believes that the Appliance
has been, used for purposes other than those for which the Appliance was
intended, including where the Appliance has
been used for any non-domestic purpose;
(b) the Appliance is modified without authority from Electrolux in writing;
(c) the Appliance’s serial number or warranty seal has been removed
or defaced.
8. How to claim under this warranty: To enquire about claiming under this warranty,
please follow these steps:
(a) carefully check the operating instructions, user manual and the terms of
this warranty;
(b) have the model and serial number of the Appliance available;
(c) have the proof of purchase (e.g. an invoice) available;
(d) telephone the numbers shown below.
9. Australia: For Appliances and services provided by Electrolux in Australia: Electrolux
goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and
for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also
entitled to have the Appliance repaired or replaced if the Appliance fails to be of
acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. ‘Acceptable
quality’ and ‘major failure’ have the same meaning as referred to in the ACL.
10. New Zealand: For Appliances and services provided by Electrolux in New
Zealand, the Appliances come with a guarantee by Electrolux pursuant to the
provisions of the Consumer Guarantees Act, the Sale of Goods Act and the Fair
Trading Act. Where the Appliance was purchased in New Zealand for commercial
purposes the Consumer Guarantee Act does not apply.
11. Confidentiality: You accept that if you make a warranty claim, Electrolux and
its agents including ASC may exchange information in relation to you to enable
Electrolux to meet its obligations under this warranty.
Warranty
FOR SALES IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND
ALL AEG BRANDED APPLIANCES
Important Notice
Before calling for service, please ensure that the steps listed in clause 8 above have been followed.
FOR SERVICE
or to find the address of your nearest
authorised service centre in Australia
PLEASE CALL 1300 363 664
OR EMAIL
[e-mail]
For the cost of a local call (Australia only)
SERVICE AUSTRALIA
aeg.com/au
FOR SPARE PARTS
or to find the address of your nearest
spare parts centre in Australia
PLEASE 13 13 50
OR EMAIL
[e-mail]
For the cost of a local call (Australia only)
FOR SERVICE
or to find the address of your nearest
authorised service centre in New Zealand
PLEASE CALL 0800 234 234
OR EMAIL [email protected]
(New Zealand only)
SERVICE NEW ZEALAND
aegnewzealand.co.nz
FOR SPARE PARTS
or to find the address of your nearest
spare parts centre in New Zealand
PLEASE 0800 10 66 20
OR EMAIL [email protected]
(New Zealand only)
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