Quva QV1000/20 User manual
User manual
Read all instructions before using your Quva product
QV1000/20, QV1005/20
IMPORTANT!
Read this user manual in its entirety
prior to using your Quva appliance
and that you store it in a safe
location for future reference. This
appliance is for household use
only. The warranty will become null
and void if it is used commercially.
Moreover, Quva is not liable for
any damage that may result from
failing to follow these instructions.
• Given that your kitchen cabinetry must be altered
to use this appliance, it should only be mounted
and installed by a qualied technician.
• Vacuum sealing is not a substitute for canning.
Perishables still need to refrigerated or frozen.
• This appliance may be used or cleaned by children
(aged 8 and up) and by persons with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities only if they
have been given instructions concerning its safe
use and do so under supervision.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made
by children and by persons with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities without supervision
• Fresh mushrooms, soft cheese, onions, and garlic
should never be vacuum sealed, due to the risk of
anaerobic bacteria that may result.
• For safe use, carefully read the section entitled
“vacuum sealing and food safety” in this manual.
• When pushing the pop-up control unit down, be
mindful of your hand positioning so that they do
not get stuck in the operating mechanisms.
• Your Quva appliance should only be used with
fresh food containers, vacuum zipper bags, and
other original Quva accessories. Quva containers
should not be used if they are damaged, show
cracks, or others signs of wear.
• The appliance should only be used with the power
supply unit provided.
• Do not use the “power mode” of your Quva
appliance in combination with containers.
The Quva system
Why Quva?
The Quva system is based on the simple premise
that when food is protected from air and other
environmental factors, it remains fresh signicantly
longer. Quva keeps your food fresh up to 3-times
longer when used with our specially designed bags,
fresh containers, and other accessories. Storing
vacuum sealed food in the freezer will protect it from
freezer burn that can otherwise negatively aect
the taste and texture of your food. Meat, sh, and
other food items will stay in great shape, even after
prolonged freezer storage. Importantly, the Quva
system is always there when you need it once it
becomes fully integrated into your kitchen cabinetry.
Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing your new Quva appliance! At Quva we work hard
on helping you to keep your food fresh, last longer and reduce food waste. Visit
www.quvaproducts.com for more information on Quva and for ordering Quva
accessories.
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The Quva system
1. Deco cover
2. Vacuum head with liquid reservoir
3. Control panel
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Zipper bag mode
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Power mode (do not use
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4. Vacuum hose release buttons
5. Quva housing
6. Driptray
The Quva accessories
Fresh food containers
7a. Container 1 liter
7b. Container 2 liter
8. Sealing
9. Valve and vacuum release button
10. Marinate ring
Vacuum Zipper Bags
11. Zipper
12. Valve
Wine Saver
13. Valve and vacuum release button
Using your Quva system
To pop up your Quva appliance and the control panel, push the round steel
cover. Gently remove the vacuum head until the hose reaches the required
length. Note, the maximum pull-out length is 40 centimeters (or 16 inches).
Stop pulling after your hear a“click” and feel resistance. Your Quva is now
ready for use.
How to use with Quva vacuum zipper bags
The zipper bags should not be used to store liquids.
1. Place the food item inside the Quva zipper bag.
a. Make sure the valve of the bag remains clean and dry.
b. Do not ll beyond the dotted line or overll the bag.
2. Seal the bag by pressing the zipper and sliding your ngers along the
entire seam, ensuring it is rmly closed.
3. Place the vacuum head on the indicated area (see drawing) and select
function II on the control panel.
4. Gently press the vacuum head on the indicated area. Repeat step 3 if the
bag valve does not open immediately. When it has reached the correct
suction level, your Quva automatically shuts o.
5. This process can be repeated until the desired result is achieved.
Additionally, the vacuum process can be interrupted, at any time, by
pressing the selected function. Pressing and holding + for 3
seconds will activate the power mode to the maximum level of suction.
This feature should only be used for vacuum bags and wine savers. Due to
the extreme pressure, containers must not be used during power mode.
6. After using your Quva to seal moist food items, clean the liquid reservoir.
If you are planning to store your vacuum sealed food for a prolonged period
of time in the freezer, you can cover the valve with the freezer sticker (which
is included with your bags). This will help to ensure that no air seeps through
the valve. Before applying the sticker, check that the valve is clean and dry
Liquid stop
In case liquids pass through the valve during the vacuum packing process,
your Quva will be protected by the transparent reservoir that includes a
liquid stop. Essentially, liquid will ll up the reservoir and, once full, the
system will automatically shut o. For cleaning tips, please review the
section on cleaning and maintenance (below).
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Sous vide/slow cooking
Quva vacuum bags are suitable for sous vide cooking, as the material can
withstand prolonged exposure to heat and water. Note, during submersion
some water may pass through the valve and can aect the cooking process.
By axing the Quva vacuum bag to the rim of the pot that you are using,
you can avoid any liquid penetration altogether. As a further measure, the
valve can be covered with the stickers that come with the bags, creating an
extra barrier. Ensure the valve is dry and clean prior to applying and pressing
the sticker rmly.
Using Quva with the fresh food containers
Quva’s fresh food containers are perfect for storing liquids, dry items, and
soft items. Do not vacuum hot content, make sure the content cools before
vacuuming and storing. To use them, please follow the instructions below.
1. Place the food to be vacuum sealed inside the fresh food container.
Always leave at least 0,5 centimeter (or half an inch) of space between the
contents and the bottom of the lid. Do not overll.
2. Make sure the silicon sealing underneath the lid and the container rim are
clean.
3. Place the lid on the container and press, ensuring it is properly closed.
4. Place the vacuum head on the round valve and the vacuum release
button.
5. Select on the control panel. Thanks to the snap-t feature, there is no
need to hold the vacuum head during the vacuum packing process.
6. Once the target suction level is reached, the system switches o
automatically.
7. To open the fresh food container, release the vacuum by pressing the
green “release” button.
Do not use the Quva fresh food containers in the Oven. The containers can
be used in the microwave. Release the vacuum and remove the lid prior to
microwaving. Use a low power setting and do not microwave for more than
5 minutes. Tomato-based soups and sauces and some other food products
can cause discoloration of the containers. This only aects the appearance
and not the performance.
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Quick marinade with the Marinate ring
Place the ingredients and your marinade into a fresh food container. Gently
remove the green valve, remove the release component from the container
lid, and place the lid on the container. Connect the vacuum head of your
Quva appliance with the marinate ring and activate the marinate process
by pressing
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number of cycles helping the food to absorb the marinade in a matter of
minutes rather than hours.
Using Quva with the Wine Saver
Quva’s wine saver should only be used with standard (glass) wine bottles.
Bottles made of other materials can be compressed due to the force created
by the vacuum. Rinse the wine saver before use, a clean wine saver ensures
a better seal. To use the wine saver feature, please follow the instructions
below.
1. Place the wine saver into the bottle and connect the vacuum head with
the valve and release button.
2. For optimal preservation of your wine or other liquids, select the “power
mode” (Hold
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3. Release the vacuum by pressing the green release button.
Vacuum sealing and food safety
Vacuum packing is not a substitute for canning, cooling, or freezing food.
Removing the air when packing food will not stop microorganisms that
cause food decay from growing. It can only extend the lifetime of some
foods under specic conditions. Perishable foods must still be refrigerated or
frozen following vacuum sealing. Proper hygienic measures should also be
taken to prevent foodborne illnesses, including not re-using vacuum bags
after storing meat, sh, or other foods inside.
Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria soft cheeses, raw garlic, onions
and mushrooms should never be vacuum sealed. Though it is very rare,
anaerobic bacteria can be very dangerous!
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Cleaning and maintanence
Your Quva appliance can be cleaned with warm soapy water, or liquid glass
cleaner and a soft cloth. Do not apply liquid cleaner directly to the appliance.
Do not use:
• abrasivecleaning agents orscrubbingsponge
• aggressive solvent, undiluted cleaning agents or anti-limescale rinse agents.
Restore your appliance to protect it from damage by pressing it down after
each use.
Quva fresh containers
Quva’s fresh food containers and lids are dishwasher safe. The sealing liners
can also be removed from the lid and may be cleaned with a mild cleaning
agent, such as warm soapy water.
Cleaning the liquid reservoir
Each time you use your Quva with vacuum bags or moist food items, the
liquid reservoir should be cleaned. To do this, use two ngers to pull the
transparent component from the black part of the vacuum head. Clean the
transparent component with hot water and liquid detergent, and let it dry.
The liquid reservoir can also be placed in the dishwasher.
Note, the transparent reservoir can only be placed on the vacuum head
in one direction, otherwise it can be damaged. Excess forced should not
be used when resistance is felt.
Cleaning or replacing the vacuum hose
The vacuum hose can be detached and cleaned in the event that there is
food or liquid inside, or replaced if it becomes damaged. Please follow the
steps outlined below.
1. Pull out the vacuum head until some resistance is felt.
2. Press the two release buttons inside the recesses of the pop-up unit
with two ngers while gently pulling the vacuum head. Pull out the
transparent hose from the pop-up unit.
3. Continue gently pulling until the retract mechanism reaches a stop
position that allows you to disconnect the hose.
When disconnecting the vacuum hose, it is very important to ensure
the connector does not retract back inside the pop-up unit without the
hose connected.
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4. Use both hands to disconnect the connector. Hold one side of the
connector with one hand and use two ngers of your other hand to turn
the connector. Make sure you hold the plastic part and not the hose.
IMPORTANT: Do not press the two release buttons if the hose is
disconnected. The connector can then shoot back into the system!
5. Remove the transparent liquid reservoir and rinse the hose with alcohol or
hot water with detergent. Rinse thoroughly to remove all food and liquid
residue. After cleaning, gently sling the hose to remove any remaining
water or alcohol. Note, the hose does not need to be 100% free of water
before using it again. Quva is designed to withstand small amounts of
liquid entering the system.
6. Reconnect the hose by sliding the connectors back in place. Make sure
that the side of the connector that has the large protrusion is slid back
into the connector side with the large cavity. It will only t in one direction
and excess force should not be applied.
7. Pull out the vacuum head once more and then gently release it while
pushing down on the two “release” buttons inside the Quva pop-up unit.
Spare hose with vacuumheads are available online at the Quva
webshop for most countries or via our distribution partners in some
countries. Visit www.quvaproducts.com to nd out where to buy.
Placing a new vacuum hose and vacuum head is done by following
steps 1 till 4 of this chapter. The new hose and vacuum head is placed
by following step 6 and 7.
Removing water from the appliance
In the event that liquid enters the appliance, it will be collected in the drip
tray. There are two possible causes for liquid penetration:
1. Liquid has entered the system via the hose;
2. Liquid has been spilled over the appliance and some of it passed through
the seal.
When a small amount of liquid is collected in the drip tray, it will dry up over
time. Alternatively, if a considerable amount of liquid is collected in the drip
tray, it should be removed. The drip tray is only accessible under the kitchen
counter, where the Quva appliance is anchored. To empty the drip tray, slide
it horizontally, and detach and empty it prior to cleaning it and returning it
to the Quva housing.
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Trouble shooting
Problem Solution
The Quva appliance is not
vacuuming air from the zipper
bag
- Conrm that the zipper is rmly closed.
- Place the valve on a at surface and ensure there is no food under
the valve.
- Reinitiate the vacuum process, applying light pressure with the vacuum
head on the valve.
After vacuum sealing, air
re-enters the bag
- Check the zipper and valve for food particles.
- Clean the zipper and valve, and wipe the inside of the bag dry prior to
reinitiating the vacuum packing process.
Air cannot be suctioned from
the fresh containers, or they
do not hold their seal over
time
- Ensure the sealing is clean and undamaged.
- Press the lid on all four sides, ensuring the fresh container is rmly
closed.
- Check the container rim for cracks and scratches. Any gap can cause air
to re-enter the container.
Warantee
The Quva system comes with a 2-year warranty. Visit www.quvaproducts.com for the warrantee terms and
conditions.
This appliance should not be disposed with other household waste throughout
the European Union. To promote the sustainable reuse of material resources, and
prevent possible environmental or human health harm from uncontrolled waste
disposal, please recycle the product responsibly. To return your used device, please use
Quva’s return and collection processes, or contact the retailer where the product was
purchased. They can ensure this product is deposited for safe recycling.
The Netherlands & other countries
Quva kitchen products B.V.
Heuvellaan 50, 1217 JN Hilversum
The Netherlands
Telephone +31 881 441 600
www.quvaproducts.com
Switzerland & Liechtenstein
Suter Inox AG.
Schachenstrasse 20, CH-5116 Schinznach-Bad
Switzerland
Telephone +41 56 463 63 33
suter@suter.ch
www.suter.ch
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