SICO S250 BASIC User manual

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I L L A B O R A T O R I O N A T U R A L E D E L S O T T O V U O T O
N A T U R A L L A B O R A T O R Y F O R V A C U U M P A C K A G E
E L L A B O R A T O R I O N A T U R A L D E L E N V A S A D O A L V A C Í O
L E L A B O R A T O I R E N A T U R E L D U S O U S V I D E
OPERATING MANUAL
M o d . S250 BASIC
KITCHENWARE
SICO®
ITALY
SINCE 1985

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“S250 BASIC“OPERATING MANUAL
DEAR CUSTOMER, WE THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING ONE OF OUR PRODUCTS AND WE INVITE YOU TO
READ THE FOLLOWING OPERATING MANUAL CAREFULLY.
GENERAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFEGUARDS AND SUGGESTIONS……………..................……………………………………………1
LEGEND............................................................................................................................................................2
REMEMBER THAT……………………..........................................………………………..………………3
CORRECT USE OF THE PRODUCT…….............................................………………………..…………3
HOW IT WORKS WITH EMBOSSED BAGS…...............................................………………..…………3
HOW IT WORKS WITH EMBOSSED ROLLS……….……………………………………….…………4
BAGS CARE………………………………...........................................................…………………..………4
VACUUM PACKING IN CONTEINERS……………………………….............………………..………..5
ACCESSORIES CARE………………………..........……………………………………………..…………5
TROUBLESHOOTING…………………….............……………………………………………..…………5
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE………............……………………………………………..…………6
MAINTENANCE OF THE PUMP PROTECTION FILTER…...............……………………..…….……6
TECHNICAL FEATURES………….…………………………...........…………………………..…………7
LIMITED WARRANTY…………….…………………………...........…………………………..…………7
SAFEGUARDS AND SUGGESTIONS
Read the instructions carefully before making the vacuum packer work and keep them for future reference. They
provide you with important functionality and safety information during the installation, use and maintenance of the
product.
Make sure that the voltage is the same indicated on the bottom of the packer and the electric installation the
appliance is connected to is in conformity with current laws.
Do not touch the sealing bar with your fingers after making a sealing.
Use the packer on a plane, horizontal and firm surface. Do not subject the packer to pushes, strokes and
vibrations.
The packer must be used far from water.
Keep it far from children or people who do not know how it works.
Use it far from dampness, dust and in proximity to sinks, baths or water containers.
Do not handle it with wet hands. Should liquids come into the packer accidentally, do not use it. Disconnect the
plug from the power socket and contact the dealer.
Before any cleaning operation, it is necessary to disconnect the appliance from the power socket.
Protect the power cord from abrasions, cuts, squashing and torsions.
Do not insert objects into any openings of the packer. They might come into contact with dangerous areas under
tension and put the internal parts in short circuit.
Do not fill containers and bags up to the rim.
Address the dealer if:
the power cord and/or the plug are damaged;
liquids have come into the packer;
the packer has fallen or its body is damaged;
the packer does not work properly or it shows performance changes.
Do not try to repair the packer. Address the dealer only.
Use S.I.C.O. KITCHENWARE® accessories and bags as they are suitable for vacuum packaging.

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LEGEND
1. General switch: if it is lighted, it indicates that the appliance is on and ready to be used.
2. Sealing time: it allows to set up the sealing time depending on the thickness of the bag to be sealed.
3. Sealing indicator light: when the light is on, the packer is sealing a bag. When the light goes out, the
sealing process is finished.
4. Vacuum indicator: it indicates level of vacuum.
5. Jars/Bags Selector: it allows to program the packer to vacuum pack in Bags (Position II) or in Jars
(Position I).
6. Sealing start button : press and release when the vacuum indicator becomes green
7. Upper airtight basket:. it guaranties that vacuum will be maintained in the chamber.
8. Lower airtight basket: it guaranties that vacuum will be maintained in the chamber.
9. Silicone gasket: it presses the bag on the sealing bar.
10. Lid
11. Sealing bar: When the light is on, the sealing bar is sealing bags. Avoid touching the bar after sealing
to prevent burnings.
12. Pump protection filter: the filter gathers possible liquids and/or dust which could damage the pump. It
can be drawn out, cleaned and inserted properly.
13. Vacuum release button: it allows to release the lid after finishing the sealing.
14. Plastic bracket: it is used to stop the bag during vacuum process. It is extractable to cleen vacuum
chanber
15. Accessory port.
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REMEMBER THAT:
The vacuum preservation technique does not replace the fridge or the freezer. It is necessary to use bags,
containers, lids suitable to vacuum packaging. When using bags to vacuum pack products with sharp corners or
points, remember to protect them with soft cushioning materials such as paper napkins, silver paper, to prevent
protrusions from piercing the bag. Fragile and soft products must be vacuum-packed in containers to prevent
them from being crushed as it would happen in case they were packed in bags. When using accessories,
remember not to fill the containers to prevent overflowing.
DON’T SUCK LIQUIDS
CORRECT USE OF THE PRODUCT
This appliance is intended for vacuum packaging according to the descriptions and instructions contained in this
manual. Any other use is regarded as incorrect and, as a consequence, dangerous. The producer cannot be
considered responsible for possible damages due to incorrect and wrong usage. You are requested to read this
manual carefully and to keep it handy for future reference. Follow this detailed procedure that shows you how to
use “S250 Basic“.
HOW IT WORKS WITH EMBOSSED BAGS
On the market it is possible to find different kinds of bags intended for the vacuum preservation of food. The
dealer must guarantee that these are embossed bags intended for vacuum packaging. We suggest choosing
S.I.C.O. KITCHENWARE® products and accessories.
Step 1. Position
the appliance on a
plane and strong
working surface.
Plug the appliance
in, lift the lid (10)
and position the
general switch on
position I (1).
Step 2. Set up the
sealing time (2)
according to the
thickness of the
bags used. It is
advisable to set up
high values at the
beginning and then
reduce them
opportunely to
prevent the packer
from melting and/or
cutting the bag.
Step 3.
Program
selector (5) on
BAGS position
to vacuum-pack
bags.
Step 5. Please push
energetically on the lid until the
vacuum indicator (4) gets to
green colour. Then you can
release the lid.
Step 4. Choose a bag whose size is
suitable to the food to be vacuum-
packed. Insert the bag into the
vacuum chamber under the plastic
bracket (14), the bag must be well laid
on the sealing bar. Be careful not to
dirty the area of the bag intended for
the sealing. Leave the bag empty for
at least 5 cm.
Step 6. When the vacuum indicator (4) is
green, it is possible to proceed to the sealing by
pressing and releasing the sealing start button
(6). At the end of the process, the sealing
indicator light (3) will turn off.
Step 7. Release the lid by
keeping the vacuum chamber
opening button pressed (13).
Check the homogeneity of the
sealing and preserve the
package from casual piercings
that would cause the loss of
vacuum. ADVICE: Wait a few
seconds before releasing the
lid so as to have a better
sealing.
Step 8.Lift the lid, check the
homogeneity of the sealing and preserve
the package from casual piercings that
would cause the loss of vacuum.

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HOW IT WORKS WITH EMBOSSED ROLLS
The use of rolls allows to create bags of the length you need. Cut a piece of roll. It is necessary to place the side
to seal on the sealing bar, without wrinkles and without going beyond the inferior seal gasket. Set up the sealing
time on high values and proceed as described for the vacuum packing of embossed bags.
BAGS CARE
Before buying bags, make sure of their suitability to vacuum preservation. S.I.C.O. KITCHENWARE® assures
the suitability of its items to vacuum preservation. It is essential to take great care of the bags used before and
after vacuum-packing. Accidental piercing would make these bags useless. When vacuum-packing food with
points or acuminated protrusions, remember to wrap it in soft paper napkins and/or silver paper so as to protect
the whole bag. It is advisable to keep them far from children.
VACUUM PACKING IN CONTAINERS
S.I.C.O. KITCHENWARE offers different lids which allow to vacuum-pack by using containers characterized by
the capacity you need. Apart from the lids, you need another accessory called “vacuum handle“. Remember not
to fill the container and leave 3 cm. at least from the upper rim
WARNING: TEMPERATE GLASS, STEEL CONTAINERS ONLY BECAUSE THEY DO NOT
IMPLODE UNDER THE DEPRESSION CAUSED BY THE VACUUM PUMP.
TRITAN LIDS
Step 2. Program the
selector (5) on position JARS
to vacuum-pack containers.
The pump will be set in motion.
Insert the handle on the lid and
press after removing the
security screw.
Vacuum Handle
Step 1. Plug the
appliance in, lift the lid
(11) and position the
general switch (1) on
position ON. Put the
handle pipe into the
proper accessory port
(16). Check the presence
of the silicone valve on
the lid.
Step 3. When the vacuum gauge (4)
reaches the MAX value, it will be
possible to remove the vacuum handle
from the lid. It is possible to go on sealing
or positioning the selector (5) on 0 to
switch the pump off.
Step 4. To open a
vacuum-packing container,
use your fingers to remove
the silicone valve placed
where you had inserted the
handle to vacuum-pack so as
to allow the entry of air and
the opening of the lid. Always
leave the valve o the lid.
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ACCESSORIES CARE
All accessories must be cleaned carefully before being used. It is advisable to use warm water and mild
dishwashing soap.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
Even if the general switch (1)
is placed on position ON, it
does not lighten.
Make sure that the plug is properly inserted in the socket.
Make sure that the cable and/or the plug are not damaged.
Make sure that the plug supplies electric energy.
The packer works but it does
not suck air.
Make sure that the lid and the gasket of the filter (see the paragraph “
Maintenance of the pump protection filter“) are properly placed and cleaned.
If you are using bags, make sure that they are properly inserted under the
bracket (14) and there are not piercings.
If you are using containers, make sure that the valve and the gasket of the lids
are properly placed and cleaned.
Make sure that lids and containers do not present cracks or holes.
When the cycle
(suction+sealing) is finished,
air gets into bags and/or
containers.
Bags:
•make sure that they are not pierced.
•check the sealing because rests and/or wrinkles in the sealing area
could cause the loss of vacuum. In this case, open the bag and
repeat the suction and sealing cycle.
•When vacuum-packing food with points or protrusions, remember to
wrap it in soft paper napkins and/or silver paper to prevent
protrusions from piercing the bag.
•Fermentation and/or natural release of gas from the food vacum-
packed could reinflate the bag. Do not eat the food.
Containers:
•check that the valve and the gaskets are properly placed and
containers and lids do not present cracks or holes.
•check that the rim of the container is not damaged in the adherence
area of the lid.
The sealing bar melts and/or
cuts the bag.
Reduce the sealing time. The packer is designed for continuous use. However,
it is better to reduce the sealing time opportunely to avoid useless waste of
electric energy.
You cannot identify the
problem.
Do not try to repair the packer by yourselves. Adress the dealer.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Proper maintenance and cleaning are necessary. Firstly, you must unplug vacuum packer. Use mild, non-
abrasive and/or solvent detergents to clean external surfaces. Remove carefully any possible scraps of the bag
from the silicone gasket and the sealing bar. Pay great attention to the cleaning of the upper and lower foam
rubber gaskets and put them back correctly into their place.

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MAINTENANCE OF THE PUMP PROTECTION FILTER
S250 Basic is equipped with a filter protecting the pump from dust and/or possible liquids which could be
accidentally sucked. It is advisable to control its cleaning state periodically.
The filter is extractable, but we advice to start the cleaning by keeping it in its place. If its extraction should be
necessary, please follow this procedure:
Unplug vacuum packer and place it on a plane and firm working surface;
Remove the lid of the filter by paying attention not to lose the rectangular rubber gasket;
Pull the filter out energetically by paying attention not to lose the two small gaskets below and clean the filter with
water and mild soaps;
Insert the filter with the lid again in its place by pushing energetically.
TECHNICAL FEATURES:
Before leaving the production laboratory, our appliances are submitted to severe checks and tests. BISVA SRL
will reserve the authority to introduce any technical and structural change it will consider necessary, without any
obligation of notice.
S-250 BASIC
BARRA SALDANTE /SEALING BAR
SINGLE 250MM
SALDATURA /SEALING
MANUALE/ MANUAL
ASPIRAZIONE/SUCTION
AUTOMATICA /AUTOMATIC
INDICATORE SALDATURA / SEALING INDICATOR
SI /YES
TEMPO DI SALDATURA/ SEALING TIME
REGOLABILE /ADJUSTABLE
INDICATORE VUOTO /VACUUM INDICATOR
SI /YES
POMPA AUTOLUBRIFICANTE/ AUTOLUBRICATING PUMP
15LIT . /MIN(APPROX)
VALORE DI VUOTO /VACUUM VALUE
-0. 80bar (APPROX)
APERTURA CAMPANA VUOTO/OPENING VACUUM
CHAMBER
MANUALE/MANUAL
ATTACCO PER ACCESSORI /ACCESSORY PORT
SI /YES
CORPO/HOUSING
ABS
PIEDINI ANTI SCIVOLAMENTO /ANTI-SLIDING FEET
SI /YES
TENSIONE / VOLTAGE
220/240v 50 Hz
POTENZA /POWER
MAX 400W
DIMENSIONI / DIMENSIONS
370mm x 255mm x mm110

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LIMITED WARRANTY
This equipment is covered by a 2-year warranty starting from the purchase date, which has to be proven by
means of the stamp or signature of the dealer and by the fiscal payment receipt that shall be kept enclosed to
this document. This warranty period complies with the laws in force and applies only in case the consumer is
an individual. Bisva Srl products are designed for domestic use only; therefore, their use for commercial
purposes is forbidden. The warranty covers only production defects and does not apply, if the damage is
caused by accidental events, misuse, negligence or improper use of the product. Use the supplied accessories
only; the use of other accessories invalidate the warranty cover. Do not open the equipment for any reason
whatsoever; the opening or the tampering of the equipment, definitely invalidate the warranty. Warranty
does not apply to parts subject to tear and wear along the use. Warranty decays after 2 years from the
purchase date.. In case of faults, refer to the dealer; DO NOT send anything directly to Bisva Srl. All
interventions covered by warranty (including product replacement or the replacement of any of its parts)
shall not be meant to extend the duration of the original warranty period of the replaced product. The
manufacturer cannot be made liable for any damages that may be caused, directly or indirectly, to people,
things and pets resulting from the inobservance of the provisions contained in the suitable user manual,
especially with reference to the instructions related to installation, use and maintenance of the equipment.
Being constantly involved in improving its own products, Bisva Srl reserves the right to modify its product,
totally or partially, with reference to any production need, without that this involves any responsibility
whatsoever by Bisva srl or its dealers.
Disposal: In conformity with Directive 2002/96/EC, the symbol shown on the appliance to
be disposed of indicates that this is considered as waste and must therefore undergo
“sorted waste collection”. The user must therefore take (or have taken) the above waste to
a pre-sorted waste collection centre set up by the local authorities, or else give it back to
the dealer when purchasing a new appliance of the same type. Pre-sorted waste collection
and the subsequent treatment, recovery and disposal operations favour the production of
appliances made of recycled materials and limit the negative effects of any incorrect waste
management on the environment and public health. The unlawful disposal of the product
by the user could result in administrative fines as provided by the laws transposing
Directive 2002/96/EC of the European member state in which the product is disposed of.