Miele EVS 6114 User manual

Operating and installation
instructions
Built-in vacuum drawer
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is
imperative that you read these instructions before
installing the appliance and using it for the first time.
en-CA M.-Nr. 10 917 560

Contents
2
Warnings and safety instructions .................................................................... 3
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 11
Overview............................................................................................................. 12
Overview of the drawer ....................................................................................... 12
Standard accessories.......................................................................................... 13
Controls and display ......................................................................................... 14
Cleaning for the first time................................................................................. 15
Operation............................................................................................................ 16
Suitable vacuum bags......................................................................................... 16
Important information on use .............................................................................. 16
Tips...................................................................................................................... 17
Using the vacuum levels ..................................................................................... 18
Using the sealing levels....................................................................................... 19
Vacuuming and sealing bags .............................................................................. 20
Sealing the bag early...................................................................................... 21
Vacuum sealing external containers.................................................................... 22
After use .............................................................................................................. 23
Cancelling a vacuuming process ........................................................................ 23
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 24
Cleaning the drawer front and glass lid............................................................... 24
Cleaning the vacuum chamber and sealing bar.................................................. 24
Cleaning the vacuum adapter ............................................................................. 25
Carrying out a drying cycle ................................................................................. 25
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 27
Safety instructions for installation................................................................... 32
Instructions for installation .............................................................................. 33
Installation dimensions..................................................................................... 34
Installation.......................................................................................................... 38
Electrical connection ........................................................................................ 43
Technical Service............................................................................................... 45
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 45
Data plate ............................................................................................................ 45
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 45

Warnings and safety instructions
3
Please note that the vacuum sealing drawer is referred to in these operating
instructions as the drawer.
This drawer complies with all current local and national safety
requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal
injury and damage to property.
Read the operating and installation instructions carefully before
using the drawer. They contain important notes on the installation,
safety, operation and maintenance of the appliance. This prevents
both personal injury and damage to the drawer.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance
with these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any
future owner of the appliance.

Warnings and safety instructions
4
Appropriate use
 The drawer is intended for domestic use and use in other similar
environments.
 The drawer is not intended for outdoor use.
 The drawer is only for domestic use to vacuum and seal food in
vacuum bags intended for this purpose and to vacuum seal food in
vacuum-proof containers made of plastic or stainless steel.
All other types of use are not permitted.
 Never vacuum seal live food (e.g. mussels, seafood).
 Persons who lack physical, sensory or mental abilities, or
experience with the appliance should not use it without supervision
or instruction by a responsible person. They must be able to
recognize and understand the possible consequences of incorrect
operation.

Warnings and safety instructions
5
Safety with children
 Children under the age of 8years must be kept away from the
drawer unless they are constantly supervised.
 Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the drawer. Never
allow children to play with the drawer.
 The sealing bar gets hot during operation. The weld seam of the
vacuum bag is also heated to a very high temperature during the
sealing process. Keep children well away from the drawer until the
sealing bar and weld seam have cooled sufficiently so that there is
no longer any danger of burning.
 Danger of suffocation. While playing, children may become
entangled in packaging material (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it
over their head with the risk of suffocation. Keep packaging material
away from children.

Warnings and safety instructions
6
Technical safety
 Installation, maintenance and repair work should only be
performed by a Miele authorized service technician. Installation,
maintenance and repair work by unqualified persons can cause
considerable danger to users.
 Damage to the drawer can compromise your safety. Check the
appliance for visible signs of damage. Do not use the appliance if it
is damaged.
 Pay attention to any damage or cracks to the glass lid or chamber
seal. Damage to the glass lid can cause implosion. Never operate
the drawer if the glass lid and/or the chamber seal is damaged.
 The drawer has an integrated vacuum pump which contains oil. To
prevent oil from leaking out, the drawer must be transported and
stored in a horizontal position only. Do not tilt the drawer and do not
stand it up on its side.
The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if oil has leaked out
of the pump because it has not been transported or stored correctly.
 Reliable and safe operation of the drawer can only be assured if it
has been connected to the domestic electrical supply.
 The electrical safety of the drawer can only be guaranteed when
properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. To
guarantee the electrical safety of this appliance, continuity must exist
between the appliance and an effective grounding system. It is most
important that this basic safety requirement is fulfilled. If in doubt,
the electrical installation should be checked by a qualified
electrician.
 The connection data (voltage and frequency) on the data plate of
the drawer must match the domestic electricity supply in order to
avoid the risk of damage to the drawer. Compare this data before
connecting the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any
doubt.

Warnings and safety instructions
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 Do not connect the drawer to the electrical supply with a power
bar or extension cord. These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance.
 For safety reasons, this drawer may only be used when it has
been fully installed.
 This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile
installations (e.g. on a ship).
 Any contact with live connections or tampering with the electrical
or mechanical components of the drawer will endanger your safety
and may lead to appliance malfunctions.
Do not open the drawer housing under any circumstances.
 Do not operate the drawer with wet hands or if you are in contact
with water.
 Any repairs not performed by a Miele authorized service
technician will void the warranty.
 Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance if genuine
Miele spare parts are used. Defective components must only be
replaced by genuine Miele spare parts.
 If the plug has been removed or the power cord is not supplied
with a plug, the drawer must be connected to the domestic
electricity supply by a suitably qualified electrician.
 If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced with a special
power cord (see “Electrical connection”).
 If power is interrupted during the vacuum sealing process, the
vacuum in the chamber is retained and the glass lid cannot be
opened. Do not in any circumstances try to force the glass lid open
or use tools to open it. Once power is restored, you can open the
glass lid.

Warnings and safety instructions
8
 During installation, maintenance and repair work, the drawer must
be completely disconnected from the domestic electricity supply. It
is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when:
- the circuit breakers have been switched off, or
- the screw-type fuses have been fully unscrewed or
- the plug (if present) is removed from the outlet. To do this, be sure
to pull the plug not the power cord.
 If the drawer is installed behind a furniture front (e.g. a door) do
not close the door while the drawer is in use. Heat and moisture can
build up behind the closed door. This can result in damage to the
drawer, housing unit and floor. Leave the furniture front/door open
until the sealing bar and drawer have cooled down completely.

Warnings and safety instructions
9
Correct use
 Danger of burning. The sealing bar gets hot during operation. The
weld seam of the vacuum bag is also heated to a very high
temperature during the sealing process. Do not touch the sealing bar
or the weld seam immediately after the vacuuming process.
 Fire hazard. Do not store any easily flammable substances and
materials in the vicinity of the drawer.
 The telescopic runners can support a maximum load of 33 lb
(15kg). Overloading or leaning or sitting on the drawer when opened
will damage the telescopic runners.
 Damage to the glass lid can cause implosion. Do not place any
objects on the glass lid. Ensure that the glass lid cannot sustain
damage from falling objects.
 Do not use the drawer or the glass lid as a working surface, a
chopping surface or as a shelf.
 The drawer must be installed so that it can be pulled out
completely and there is sufficient room to open the glass lid. This is
the only way to look inside the vacuum chamber and avoid burns
from touching the hot sealing bar and weld seam.
 When vacuuming liquids, bubbles can form at lower temperatures,
creating the impression that the liquid is boiling. Steam can escape
which can cause the drawer to malfunction.
For this reason, only vacuum seal food (liquid or solid) when it has
cooled. Follow the vacuuming process carefully and if necessary,
seal the bag early.
 Liquid getting into the drawer and into the vacuum pump air
intake valve can result in damage to the vacuum pump.
 Moisture in food or drinks can cause corrosion. Do not use the
drawer to store food or drinks.
 Miele does not permit vacuum sealing of glass containers.

Warnings and safety instructions
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 Never insert the tubes attached to the drawer into any body
orifices.
Cleaning and care
 Danger of electric shock. The steam from a steam cleaning
appliance could reach electrical components and cause a short
circuit. Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the drawer.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND REVIEW THEM PERIODICALLY

Caring for the environment
11
Disposal of the packaging
material
The cardboard box and packaging
materials protect the appliance during
shipping. They have been designed to
be biodegradable and recyclable.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also the
amount of waste.
Disposal of your old appliance
Electronic and electrical appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials,
compounds and components which
were essential for the proper
functioning and safe use of the
equipment. These could be hazardous
to your health and to the environment if
disposed of with general waste or if
handled incorrectly. Therefore, please
do not dispose of your old appliance
with general waste.
Consult with local authorities, dealers or
Miele in order to dispose of and recycle
electrical and electronic appliances.
Miele assumes no responsibility for
deleting any personal data left on the
appliance being disposed. Please
ensure that your old appliance is kept
away from children until removal.
Observe safety requirements for
appliances that may tip over or pose an
entrapment hazard.

Overview
12
Overview of the drawer
aAir filter cover (see “Installation”)
bGlass lid with chamber seal
Push down on the little black triangle
to close the glass lid.
cSealing bar in the vacuum chamber
and counterpressure bar on the
inside of the glass lid
dPush2open mechanism
The drawer can be opened and
closed by pressing lightly in the
middle of the drawer front.
eControl panel
fVacuum pump air intake valve /
Vacuum adapter connection
gVacuum chamber

Overview
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Standard accessories
Vacuum adapter
1adapter for vacuum sealing external containers

Controls and display
14
Sensors
The sensors react to touch. Every touch of a sensor is confirmed with an audible
keypad tone.
Sensors Function
Switching on and off
Setting the vacuum level
Setting the sealing level/sealing the vacuum bag early
Setting the vacuum level for external containers
Starting the vacuuming process for external containers
Cancelling the vacuuming/sealing process or cancelling the drying
cycle
Carrying out the drying cycle
Note: This sensor only lights up if a drying cycle should or must be
carried out (see “Cleaning and care – Carrying out a drying cycle”).
Indicators
Display Description
   Vacuum/Sealing level indicators
Warning (see “Frequently asked questions”)

Cleaning for the first time
15
Please stick the data plate for the
appliance, supplied with this
documentation, in the space provided
in the “After sales service, data plate”
section of this booklet.
Remove any protective foil and sales
stickers, if present.
Stickers carrying safety or installation
information and the data plate must
not be removed.
Cleaning the drawer for the
first time
Take all accessories out of the
drawer.
Take care not to damage the
glass lid and the chamber seal.
Do not clean with any abrasive or
acidic cleaning agents or sharp
pointed objects.
Clean the drawer inside and out with
a clean sponge and a solution of
warm water and dish detergent or a
clean, damp microfibre cloth.
After cleaning, wipe the surfaces dry
using a soft cloth.

Operation
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Suitable vacuum bags
Only vacuum bags meeting the
following material requirements are
permitted for use:
- Suitable for use with food
- Suitable for freezing and cooking
- Suitable for storing and sous-vide
cooking of liquid and solid food
- Maximum size:
9⁷/₁₆"x13³/₄"(240x350mm)
(tubular bags)/
9³/₄"x13³/₄"(250x350mm)
(sealed edge bags)
- Properties: preferably smooth
- Made from PA/PE, not printed on the
inside
- Thickness: 90µm, typical
- Suitable for vacuum sealing
<10mbar
- Suitable for hot-foil sealing
- No migration of hazardous materials
or chemicals, e.g.plasticizers, into
the food being vacuum sealed
Miele does not permit the use of
vacuum bags inside microwaves.
Important information on use
Miele does not permit vacuum
sealing of glass containers.
- Only vacuum seal food.
- Only use food that is fresh and in
good condition.
- Ensure hygienic conditions and that
food has not been out of the
refrigerator too long.
- Only vacuum seal food in suitable
vacuum bags or in vacuum-proof
external containers.
- Only vacuum seal food that has
cooled.
- Allow pre-cooked and grilled food to
cool down at least to room
temperature (approx. 20°C) before
vacuum sealing it.
Food that is not normally stored in
the refrigerator, such as dried pasta
or muesli, can also be vacuum sealed
at room temperature.
- If rinsing food with cold water, dry it
before vacuum sealing to prevent
water from collecting in the vacuum
bag or container.

Operation
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- Select a suitable bag size for the size
of the food. If the vacuum bag is too
big, too much air can remain inside.
The bag can be cut to fit the size of
the food.
- If you want to vacuum seal several
types of food in one bag, place the
food evenly side-by-side in the bag.
- Fill the vacuum bag to a maximum of
²/₃ with solid food or ¹/₃ with liquid.
- For a perfect weld seam, make sure
that the edge of the bag is dry and
grease-free in the area of the seam.
- Position the open edge of the bag
parallel to the sealing bar so that the
edge protrudes over the sealing bar
by approx. ³/₄"(2cm).
- Take care not to cover the vacuum
pump air intake valve with the bag.
- Vacuum bags are for single use only.
- Place food that is suitable for cooling
in the refrigerator or freezer after
vacuum sealing it.
Tips
- Freeze liquids before vacuum sealing
them. You can then fill the bags ²/₃
full.
- Fold the edges of the vacuum sealing
bag outwards for filling. This will give
you a clean, perfect weld seam.
- To prevent small bags from slipping
down into the vacuum chamber, a
chopping board can be placed in the
bottom of the chamber.
- If you are unsure whether food such
as berries or chips will lose its shape
during vacuum sealing, start with the
lowest vacuum sealing level.

Operation
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Using the vacuum levels
There are 3levels for vacuum sealing.
The higher the vacuum level selected, the greater the vacuum.
Vacuum
level
Intended use
   Packaging, portioning, and storing
Suitable for
- food that is prone to squashing, e.g. lettuce, berries, or chips
   Marinating, tenderizing, sous vide cooking and freezing
Suitable for
- food that is prone to squashing, e.g. tender fish fillets
- sauces and food with a high liquid content(≥1.8oz (50g)), e.g.
ragout, curry
   Sous vide cooking, freezing, and storage
Suitable for
- meat and more solid food, e.g. potatoes, carrots
- hard cheese (storage)
- food with a low liquid content (≤1.8oz (50g)), such as meat
seasoned with a herb oil

Operation
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Using the sealing levels
There are 3levels for sealing vacuum bags.
The choice of sealing level depends on the material thickness of the bag: the
thicker the bag, the higher the sealing level.
Useful tip: The sealing bar will get progressively hot when carrying out a number
of consecutive vacuuming processes. You can use a lower sealing level after
sealing a few bags.

Operation
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Danger of injury caused by
implosion.
Damage to the glass lid can cause
implosion.
Do not under any circumstances use
the drawer if the glass lid is
damaged.
Malfunction can occur due to
dirty and/or covered sensors.
The sensors do not react or
unintentional switching procedures
result, perhaps even the automatic
deactivation of the drawer.
Keep the sensors and indicators
clean.
Do not place towels or cleaning
cloths on the sensors.
Avoid damaging the drawer.
Liquid getting into the vacuum pump
air intake valve during a vacuuming
process can result in damage to the
vacuum pump.
Fill the vacuum bag with liquid to a
maximum of ¹/₃.
Vacuuming and sealing bags
Fill the vacuum sealing bag.
Open the drawer and the glass lid.
Place the vacuum sealing bag in the
vacuum chamber so that the open
end of the bag lies across the sealing
bar. Ensure that the edge of the bag
is positioned centrally and crease-
free on the sealing bar.
Switch the drawer on with the
sensor.
The and sensors will light up.
Touch the sensor repeatedly until
the segment for the required vacuum
level lights up.
Touch the sensor repeatedly until
the segment for the required sealing
level lights up.
Close the glass lid and press it down
lightly.
The vacuuming process will start.
The following occurrences during the
vacuuming process are normal and do
not indicate a functional or appliance
fault:
- The bag inflates, before enveloping
the food being vacuum sealed
- Bubbles form in the liquid, creating
the impression that it is boiling
If the amount of bubbles being
formed during the vacuuming
process increases alarmingly and it
looks like liquid might run out of the
bag, you can seal the bag early (see
“Sealing the bag early”).