Bartscher 400M User manual

400M
300435
Original-Gebrauchsanleitung
V2/0118

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ENGLISH
Table of contents
1. Safety...................................................................................................................... 34
1.1 Key to symbols................................................................................................... 34
1.2 Safety instructions.............................................................................................. 35
1.3 Proper use ......................................................................................................... 39
2. General information .............................................................................................. 40
2.1 Liability and Warrantees .................................................................................... 40
2.2 Copyright protection........................................................................................... 40
2.3 Declaration of conformity ................................................................................... 40
3. Transport, packaging and storage....................................................................... 41
3.1 Delivery check.................................................................................................... 41
3.2 Packaging.......................................................................................................... 41
3.3 Storage .............................................................................................................. 41
4. Technical data........................................................................................................ 42
4.1 Overview of parts............................................................................................... 42
4.2 Technical specification....................................................................................... 44
5. Installation and operation..................................................................................... 45
5.1 Installation.......................................................................................................... 45
5.2 Advantages of vacuum packaging..................................................................... 46
5.3 Guidelines for vacuum packaging...................................................................... 48
5.4 Operation........................................................................................................... 53
5.4.1 Control panel/Functions of keys and display .......................................... 53
5.4.2 Operations before use ............................................................................ 53
5.4.3 Switching the device on.......................................................................... 54
5.4.4 Settings................................................................................................... 54
5.4.5 Making bags from rolls............................................................................ 55
5.4.6 Automatic vacuum packing cycle with bags............................................ 57
5.4.7 Manual vacuum packing cycle with bags................................................ 59
5.4.8 Automatic vacuum packing cycle with containers................................... 59
6. Cleaning ................................................................................................................. 61
7. Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 62
8. Waste disposal ...................................................................................................... 64
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Read this instruction manual before using and
keep them available at all times!
This instruction manual contains information about the installation, operation and
maintenance of the device and should be consulted as an important source of
information and reference guide.
Awareness of the safety instructions and instructions for use in this manual will ensure
the safe and correct use of the device.
In addition to the information given here, you should comply with any local Health and
safety Controls and generally applicable safety regulations.
The instruction manual forms part of the product and should be kept near the device
and easily accessible for anyone carrying out the installation, servicing, maintenance or
cleaning.
Please keep these instructions and give them to future owners of the device.
1. Safety
This device is designed in accordance with the presently applicable technological
standards. However, the device can pose a danger if handled improperly and
inappropriately.
All persons using the device must follow the recommendations and instructions
in this instruction manual.
1.1 Key to symbols
In this manual, symbols are used to highlight important safety instructions and any
advice relating to the device. The instructions should be followed very carefully to avoid
any risk of accident, personal injury or material damage.
DANGER!
This symbol highlights hazards which could lead to injury.
WARNING!
This symbol highlights dangerous situations which could lead to injury or death.

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CAUTION!
This symbol highlights dangerous situations which could lead to light
injuries, or damage, malfunction, and/or destruction of the device.
NOTE!
This symbol highlights recommendations and information aimed for effective
and trouble-free device operation.
1.2 Safety instructions
The device can be used by children 8 years and up, as well as
by people with disabilities and those with limited experience/
knowledge as long as they are under supervision or have been
instructed on proper use of the device and its possible dangers.
Children should not play with the device. Cleaning and
maintenance cannot be performed by children and must be
done under supervision. Children under the age of 8 years old
must be kept away from the device and its power cord.
Prevent access of children to the package materials like plastic
bags and foamed polystyrene elements. Suffocation hazard!
Never leave the device unattended when in use.
Only use the device indoors.
The device must be operated in correct and safe technical
condition only. In case of operational problems disconnect the
device from the power supply (pull the plug from the socket) and
contact the service company.

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Only a qualified technician and using original spare parts and
accessories should carry out repairs and maintenance of the
device. Do not attempt to repair the device yourself.
Do not use any accessory or spare parts that have not been
recommended by the manufacturer. These can be dangerous
for the user or lead to damages of the device or personal injury,
and further, the warranty expires.
To prevent hazards and to ensure optimum efficiency, no
modifications or alterations to the device that are not explicitly
approved by the manufacturer may be undertaken.
DANGER! Electric shock hazard!
To avoid the hazard results please follow the safety instructions
below.
Never allow the power cable to come into contact with heat
sources or sharp edges. The power cable should not hang over
the side of the working surface. Ensure that no one can step on
or trip over the cable.
The power cable must not be folded, bent or tangled, and must
always remain fully unrolled. Never place the device or other
objects on the power cable.
Do not cover the cable. Keep away the cable from operating
range and do not immerse it into water.