Avalon Bay SVC-100 User manual

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Sous Vide Cooker-100 Product Guide
(SVC-100)

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a new Avalon Bay Sous Vide Cooker. This cooker provides an easy
and healthy way to prepare your favorite foods. Your Sous Vide Cooker uses a water bath to cook your
food in vacuum sealed pouches from all directions, and the best part is that it doesn’t require any oil.
Before using your Sous Vide Cooker, please read this manual carefully.
Incorrect operation can result in serious damage or injury.
Need to Contact Us?
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Thank You for Choosing the Avalon Bay Sous Vide Cooker
Please read this manual thoroughly and follow all instructions and safety guidelines. With proper care
and maintenance, this appliance will provide you with many years of trouble-free use.
For future reference, we recommend you attach a copy of your sales receipt below and record the
following information, located on the manufacturer’s nameplate on the rear of the unit. You will need
this information if it becomes necessary to contact the manufacturer for service inquiries.
Date of Purchase: ___________________________________________
Serial Number: ____________________________________________
Model Number: ____________________________________________

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Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 2
Need to Contact Us? ............................................................................................................................ 2
Contents........................................................................................................................................................ 3
Product Specifications.......................................................................................................................... 3
List of Main Parts.................................................................................................................................. 4
Important Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................................... 4
Getting To Know Your Avalon Bay Sous Vide Cooker ................................................................................... 6
Before Your First Use............................................................................................................................ 7
Assembling your Sous Vide Cooker...................................................................................................... 7
Operating your Sous Vide Cooker ........................................................................................................ 7
Cooking Tips.................................................................................................................................................. 9
Preheating Your Sous Vide Cooker....................................................................................................... 9
Preparing Food................................................................................................................................... 10
Settings............................................................................................................................................... 10
Caring For Your Sous Vide Cooker ..............................................................................................................11
Cleaning and Storage.......................................................................................................................... 11
Environmental Concerns .................................................................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................................... 12
Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty ..............................................................................................................13
Warranty Terms ................................................................................................................................. 13
Product Specifications
VOLTAGE:
120V
WATTAGE:
520W
TEMPERATURE CONTROL :
115° - 195° Fahrenheit
TIMER:
30 minutes - 72 hours

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List of Main Parts
Important Safety Precautions
CAUTION: Some parts of the Sous Vide Cooker, including outer surface, may
get too hot to touch. To prevent burns, refrain from touching the body of
the cooker during operation, and wait until cooker has cooled down to
handle.
This Sous Vide Cooker is designed for household use only. It is not suitable for use in staff kitchens,
farms, motels, and other non-residential environments. The warranty is invalid if the Sous Vide Cooker is
used for professional or semi-professional purposes, or if it is not used according to instructions.
Please read all instructions before using your Sous Vide Cooker and do not use the appliance for any
purpose other than what is described in this manual.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
Before Cooking
Ensure the appliance is placed on a flat, even, and stable surface.
Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance fits the local main voltage.
Always turn off the power at the power outlet before inserting or removing the plug. Do not pull
on the cord when removing the plug.
Do not use the appliance if the plug, main cord, or other parts have been damaged.
Do not connect the appliance to an external timer switch or remote control system.
Do not place the appliance on or near combustible materials such as tablecloths or curtains.
Do not place the appliance against a wall or against another appliance. Leave at least 4 inches of
free space on the back and sides and 4 inches free space above the appliance.
Do not place anything on top of the appliance.
Do not use the appliance for food storage or place it inside a freezer.

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Do not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid.
Keep the appliance and the power cord out of the reach of children.
Do not use an unauthorized repairman to replace or fix a damaged main cord.
Before Cooking Instructions
Product is intended for household use only.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunction or
has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair, or adjustment.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause
injuries.
Do not use outdoors.
Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug, or the main body in water or
other liquid. Do not immerse beyond the MAX point.
A short power-supply cord should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled
in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
If a longer extension cord is used:
oThe marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great
as the electrical rating of the appliance.
oThe cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or table top
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type-3-wire
cord.
While Cooking
Do not operate the unit without water in the cooking pot.
Do not touch the inside of the appliance while it is on.
Do not leave the appliance unattended while it is in use.
Do not use the appliance on or near a hot gas flame, electric element or on a heated oven.
Always be careful when lifting or removing the lid after cooking. Tilt the lid
away from you as hot steam and air may be released when you remove it,
which can result in serious burns.
Keep the main cord away from hot surfaces.
Any accessible surfaces on the Sous Vide Cooker, including underneath,
may become hot during use (Figure 2). Do not place on top of any other appliance or surface
that is not heat-resistant.

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While Cooking Instructions
Do not touch hot surfaces, handles or knobs.
To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or the whole unit in water or
other liquid.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
After Cooking
Unplug the appliance when it is not in use, and before cleaning.
Allow the appliance to cool before cleaning or removing parts.
Automatic Switch-Off
Your Sous Vide Cooker has a built-in timer. The appliance will automatically shut off when the timer
count reaches zero. You can also manually switch off the Sous Vide Cooker by pressing the power
button, which will place the cooker in stand-by mode.
Special Cord Set Instructions
A short power supply cord is provided with your Sous Vide Cooker to reduce the risk of tripping or
entanglement. Using a longer detachable power supply cord or extension cord is not recommended for
use with the Sous Vide Cooker unless it has been tested and approved by a qualified technician. If the
power cord is damaged, please contact customer service.
For additional protection, it is recommended that you use a residual current device (RCD) with a tripping
current not exceeding 30mA in the electrical circuit supplying power to your Sous Vide Cooker.
Getting To Know Your Avalon Bay Sous Vide Cooker
Sous vide is a French term which means “under vacuum” and is used to describe the process of
packaging food in vacuum-sealed pouches and then cooking it in a water bath. Food slowly cooks at
precise low temperatures over a long period of time to achieve succulent, delicious meals. Sealing food
inside pouches allows it to cook in its own juices, along with any added marinades or seasonings. As
such, vitamins, minerals and juices are retained within the food and natural flavors are intensified. This
allows the food to be healthier, more tender and tasty.
Sous vide cooking is great for tougher and lower grade cuts of meat, such as chuck steak, for example, as
the process tenderizes the meat. As it’s difficult to overcook using the sous vide method, you get
perfectly cooked food every time, although you may notice slight alterations in texture. The ability to
cook food in individual pouches makes the sous vide method perfect for families and entertaining, as
you can easily cater to personal tastes and nutritional requirements, and food can be prepared ahead of
time.

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Before Your First Use
1. Remove all packaging materials, stickers or labels from your Sous Vide Cooker. Be sure all the
parts (see List of Main Parts on page 4) have been included before discarding any packaging
materials. You may want to keep the box and packing materials for use at a later date.
2. Wipe the inside and outside of the appliance with a cloth. Never immerse the appliance in water
as it may damage its electrical and heating components.
Assembling your Sous Vide Cooker
Do not fill your Sous Vide Cooker with oil or any liquid other than water.
Do not put anything on top of the appliance.
1. Place your Sous Vide Cooker on a clean, flat surface. Do not place the appliance on a NON
heat-resistant surface.
2. Plug the cord into a standard electrical outlet and press the power button. The Sous Vide
Cooker will beep, and the indicator lights and control panel will light up. The control panel is
shown on the next page.
Operating your Sous Vide Cooker
Once your Sous Vide Cooker is assembled properly, you are ready to begin cooking.
1. Fill the cooking pan with an adequate amount of water and replace the lid. Ensure the water is
above the FILL line in the pan and will cover the food pouches once submerged.
To speed up the preheating process, fill the pan with warm water.

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2. The default temperature setting is 130°F. To adjust the temperature manually, press the °F/°C
button to choose between the Fahrenheit and Celsius degree scale. The temperature setting
should be flashing on the LCD screen; if not, press the Timer/Temp button until it does. Press
the + or –buttons on either side of the Timer/Temp button on the control panel once to
increase or decrease the temperature by 1°F, or hold them down for rapid adjustment.
3. The default cooking time in 8 hours. To adjust the time manually, press the Timer/Temp button
so that the time flashes on the LCD screen, then press the + or –buttons on either side of the
Timer/Temp button. Press the buttons once to increase or decrease the time by 30 minutes, or
hold them down for rapid adjustment.
4. Once the appropriate temperature and time has been selected (see Settings on page 10), press
Start/Stop. The Sous Vide Cooker will start to preheat.
The temperature displayed on the LCD screen during preheating and cooking is the
temperature of the water at that moment.
Pressing the °F/°C button during preheating or cooking shows the required temperature
setting onscreen for 5 seconds.
5. While the Sous Vide Cooker is preheating, prepare the food to be cooked. Slice the food to the
recommended thickness (see Settings on page 10) before vacuum sealing the portions inside
pouches.
Make sure that the food pouches are clean and have not been contaminated by dirt or
other food contaminants.
You may add marinade, spices, herbs, butter or oil to the vacuum pouches before
sealing.
6. Once the required temperature is reached, the Sous Vide Cooker will beep three times. Gently
place the sealed food pouches in the water with a pair of tongs, replace the lid and press
Start/Stop. The timer will start counting down.
Ensure that the pouches are covered by the water. You can slot the sealed food pouches
vertically into the rack to ensure the pouches are separate and water can circulate
evenly between them.
To reset the temperature and time while cooking, press Start/Stop, choose the new
settings using the Timer/Temp button, then Start/Stop again.
During cooking, only lift the lid if necessary. The Sous Vide Cooker uses low
temperatures to cook, so lost heat is recovered slowly.
If condensation forms on the inside of the lid obscuring your vision, carefully lift and tilt
the lid away from you so that the condensation falls back into the pan.
Always tilt the lid away from you when lifting or removing it during or after cooking,
as hot steam and air may be released.

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7. When the timer bell chimes 3 times, the Sous Vide Cooker is done cooking. The unit will shut off
automatically after the timer reaches zero.
If the Sous Vide Cooker loses power while cooking due to an outage, it will resume its
program if reconnected within 30 minutes.
8. If the food is to be consumed immediately, remove it from the pouch. You may wish to sear
meats in a hot pan to improve the appearance and flavor of the food. This caramelizes the fats
and proteins for additional flavor.
9. If the food is to be stored, plunge the sealed pouch of cooked food in iced water to rapidly
reduce the temperature. Refrigerate until consumption.
10. Once you’re done cooking, clean the Sous Vide Cooker thoroughly, so it will be ready for the
next time you need to use it.
Cooking Tips
You can use your Avalon Bay Sous Vide Cooker to cook many of the foods you love. This includes:
Red meats, such as lamb, beef and pork
Poultry, such as chicken, turkey and duck
Fish and seafood, such as lobster tail and scallops
Root vegetables, such as potato, carrot, parsnip, beets and turnips
Vegetables, such as peas, asparagus, corn, broccoli, cauliflower, eggplant, onions and squash
Firm Fruits such as apple and pear
Tender Fruits, such as mango, plum, apricot, peach, nectarine, papaya and strawberry.
Keep these tips in mind when cooking:
Thinner cuts of meat will cook more quickly than specified in Settings.
Cooking food for longer than specified in Settings may alter the texture of the cooked food.
Preheating Your Sous Vide Cooker
You should preheat your Sous Vide Cooker without any food inside before use.
1. Set the Sous Vide Cooker to the required cooking temperature, set the timer, and press
Start/Stop. Make sure the lid is on.
2. Once the required temperature is reached, the Sous Vide Cooker will beep three times.
3. Gently place the sealed food pouches in the water with a pair of tongs, replace the lid and press
Start/Stop.

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Preparing Food
It is recommended that you use commercial quality vacuum systems to seal the food inside pouches.
This ensures excess air and moisture is removed, since these can cause food to degrade and lose flavor,
texture and nutritional value. Vacuum sealing also assists in opening the pores in food such as meat,
poultry and seafood so that marinades and seasonings are more readily absorbed for highlighted flavor.
Keep these tips in mind when preparing food for cooking in the Sous Vide Cooker:
Only use fresh, high quality ingredients.
Ensure that all meat, seafood and poultry have been stored at a temperature below 41°F. It is
recommended that you use a digital food thermometer to check.
Use detergent and warm water, or a sanitizing solution, to clean the food preparation area. To
avoid cross-contamination, clearly separate the raw food preparation area from cooked food.
Always wash your hands well before preparing raw ingredients.
Settings
The table below is a guide to setting the temperature and time for your cooking. You may need to adjust
these times to suit different quantities or thickness of food, and to suit your own taste.
Temperature (°F)
Time (hrs)
Holding Time (hrs)
Thickness (cm)
Beef & Lamb
Tender Cuts
Tenderloin, cutlets, sirloin,
rib eye, rump, T-bone
120 - 160 or
higher
1
6
1 -2
120 - 160 or
higher
2
8
2 - 5
Tougher Cuts
Blade, chuck, leg of lamb,
shoulder, shanks, game
120 - 160 or
higher
8
10
4 - 6
Pork
Belly
180
10
12
3 - 6
Ribs
138
10
12
2 - 3
Chops
132 - 160 or
higher
4
6
2 - 4
Roast
132 - 160 or
higher
10
12
5 - 7
Poultry
Chicken breast with bone
180
2
3
3 - 5
Chicken breast without bone
147
1
2
3 - 5
Chicken thigh with bone
180
1.5
3
3 - 5
Chicken thigh without bone
147
1
2
3 - 5
Chicken legs
180
2
3
5 - 7