SousVide SV96 User manual

Operating Manual
Vacuum Cooking Machine SV96

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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS..............................................................................3-5
Technical Specifications......................................................................................... 5
Advantages of Sous-vide Cooking ......................................................................5-6
Preparing for Sous-vide Cooking........................................................................... 6
Product Functions… ........................................................................................... 6-7
Product Features......................................................................................................8-9
Operation..........................................................................................................9-10
Troubleshooting...............................................................................................11-12
Maintenance...................................................................................................12-13
How to Assemble and Disassemble Quickly...................................................13-14
Cleaning..........................................................................................................14-15

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using the electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be
followed including the following:
1. Read all the instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces, use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or control
box in water or other liquids.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return the
appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors (this item may be omitted if the product is specifically
intended for outdoor use).
9. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or
other hot liquids.
12. Always attach the plug to the appliance first, then plug the cord into the wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn any control OFF, then disconnect the plug from the
walloutlet.
13. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
14. Operate the machine according to the user manual only, otherwise the machine
may be damaged.
15. Connect the power supply shown on the rating label only.

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CAUTION - To ensure continued protection against risk of electric shock,
connect to properly grounded outlets only.
16. Do not directly touch the liquid to check the temperature, please use a
temperature display or thermometer
17. During use of the machine, put the needed food for heating in the water bath
and make sure the water level is controlled between the lowest water level MIN
and the highest water level MAX to avoid damaging the machine.
18. In order to avoid the liquid to flow back inside the machine after using the
machine, make sure to place it vertically, NOT horizontally or upside down.
19. If there is liquid on the upper PART of the machine (above the MAX water level),
please cut off the power and dry it before use.
20. Keep the machine and its cord out of reach of children to avoid hazards.
21. Children shall not play with theappliance.
22. Appliances can be used by people with reduced physical, sensory, or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way, and
understand the hazardsinvolved.
23.Save these instructions
a) A shot power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) should be used
to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord.
b) Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and
may be used if care is exercised in theiruse.
c) If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord isused:
1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be
at least as great as the electrical rating of theappliance.
2) The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter
top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
If the appliance is of grounded type, the extension cord should be a
grounding-type three-wire cord.

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Note: Surfaces may get hotduring use, donot touch.
Technical Specifications
Temperature reaction scope: 0°C - 100°C（32°F - 212°F）
Temperature setting scope: 5°C - 95°C（41°F - 203°F）
Temperature setting and display precision: 0.1°C（0.1°F）
Voltage: 100-120 Volt 60 Hz
Power: 900 W
Thermic overload protection: Reset fixed temperature relay
Advantages of Sous-vide Cooking
By using the SV96 method to cook, it will keep much more of the nutritional content
and use less additional fat than foods prepared traditionally due to the reduced
oxygen environment and low cooking temperature.
Flavours can penetrate into food thoroughly, saving flavours and reducing
harmful contents.
Because of the low cooking temperatures, food cannot be overcooked or dried
out. Meat can be tenderized completely, perfect for medium-rare cooking.
Sous-vide cooking and vacuum sealing will provide excellent cuisines.
Sous-vide cooking can precisely control cooking time and temperature,
providing the same perfect meals and the same cooking effect each time the
food is prepared.
The consistency of sous-vide cooking can save you time and effort in cooking in
traditional ways because after the food is prepared, simply let it cook in the
sous-vide machine without any supervision. When you are back, a perfectly
cooked meal awaits you.

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Preparing for Sous-vide Cooking
Vacuum sealing machine ---- To remove most of the oxygen from the bags and to
ensure an airtight seal, preventing air or liquid going in. You can use a chamber
vacuum sealer or small suction vacuum sealer for different needs. We supply both
kinds of vacuum sealers.
Vacuum sealing bags ---- To pack foods in and thoroughly sealed, ensuring
that no air or liquid can go inside. Please also ensure that the vacuum sealing
bags can bear temperatures up to 100°C (212°F).
Cooking water tank or sous-vide water bath---- To fill with enough water to
cover the food and control the cooking temperature. For the immersion
circulator, ensure that the water tank can bear temperatures up to 100°C
(212°F). The sous-vide water bath is equipped with a thermostat controller inside.
Fill the bath with water first, then control the temperature and time.
Control panel
Product Functions
D F
G
E
A B C

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A. Setting button (SET)
-In standby mode, press the SET button to select the setting (temperature and
time).
- In working mode, press and hold the SET button to display the setting
temperature (D).
*In standby mode, press and hold ˄and ˅simultaneously to display the
temperature in °C or °F.
*The SV96 default setting is °C, temperature is 60°C, and time is 24 hours;
customers can reset according to their actual needs. The device has a memory
function, saving your latest setting temperature and time. If there is any change,
please reset.
B. Adjust button (˄ and ˅)
Press the SET button to make D or E flash and adjust the temperature (flashing
D) and time (flashing E) by pressing the ˄and ˅buttons.
C. Start/Stop button（）
- In standby mode, press this button to start the machine.
- In working mode, press this button to stop the machine.
D. Temperature display screen
- In standby mode, the latest settingtemperature is displayed.
-In working mode, the current setting temperature (pressing and holding
the SET button will display the current setting temperature) is displayed.
E. Time display screen
- The machine is powered ON and in standby mode, displaying the latest setting
temperature.
-When setting, flashing setting temperature and time are displayed.
- In working mode, the remaining workingtime is displayed.
F. Celsius degree（°C）
Illuminates when the machine temperature control and display mode are
displayed in °C.
G. Fahrenheit degree（°F）
Illuminates when the machine temperature control and display mode are
displayed in °F.

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Back cover
Slide plate
Fixing hook
Fixing handle
Housing
Filter
Product Features
Upper cover
Side cover
Front cover
Connection sleeve

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Adjustable fixed clamp
In order to make SV96 fit for different
water baths of different sizes or
depths, the SV96 fixed clamp was
designed to be adjustable.
Operation
Hold the fixing hook tightly, push the
slide plate with your thumb, and
press firmly. Leave some space
between the connection sleeve and
the machine (relaxed state) and
adjust the clamp to the desired
position. Then loosen your thumb to
let the connection sleeve attach to
the machine.

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Notes:
The bottom of the clamp must be higher than the water level line.
The water tank must be at least 14 cm (5.5 in.)
The water level must be greater than the minimum water level line (14 cm (5.5 in.).
Lower the clamp if the water level is over the maximum water level line (the
machine is immersed in more than 16.5 cm (6.5 in.) of water).
To ensure proper cooking, the water tank volume should not exceed 30 L.
Detachable filter
Minerals and scale may block the pump and cause the machine to malfunction. In
order to remove minerals and scale easily, the pump is innovatively designed with a
detachable filter. In order to keep the machine in good working condition and
cleaning it properly, simply take out the filter.
Note: Check the filter before each use. If the filter is blocked with minerals and scale,
please clean it.
Operation
1. Choose a suitable water bath measuring at least 14 cm (5.5 in.).
2. Adjust the clamp to the proper position.
3. Rotate the fixing handle anticlockwise to make some space between the fixing
handle and the water tank.
4. Put the machine in the water bath.
Note: The body of the machine should be placed inside the water bath and the
fastening handle put outwards.
5. Add water to the water bath.
Note: After filling the water bath with water, shake the machine a few times to
release the air from the propeller of the pump. Otherwise the propeller of the pump
may run without water, causing high decibel noise. Running without water for a
long time will shorten the machinelife.

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6. Rotate the fastening handle clockwise at the back of the machine to secure the
machine to the water bath.
Note: The water level (after inserting the food) should be higher than the MIN
marking, but lower than the MAX marking on the machine.
7. Plug the power cord into the grounded socket.
8. Set the desired temperature and time (refer to the SV96feature--control panel -A.
setting button).
9. Put the food in the water bath.
Note: Before sous-vide cooking, the food must be vacuum packed first.
10. Press the Start/Stop button to start the machine.
To pause cooking, press the Start/Stop button and press again to restart. Note:
The machine will recount cooking time from the beginning.
11. After cooking, the machine will beep.
Note: The machine will beep again after 20 seconds and so on until the button
is pressed, and the preset water temperature will be maintained.
12. Take out the food from the water bath; the food is now ready for the next process.
13. After using the machine, cut off the power supply and take out the machine from
the water bath. Place the machine vertically. After the machine is dried and cool
down, keep out of reach of children.
Notes:If the cooking bag ripped while cooking, food may come out of the bag
and block the circulating channel of the machine. If this occurs, remove
the food from the water bath, change the water, and clean the filter if it is
blocked.
To avoid the machine from aging, do not immerse the machine in
water for a long time.

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Troubleshooting
Problems Reasons Remedy:
The machine does not
work. 1. The power cord is not plugged in
well.
2. Problem from the
power supply.
1.Plug in, turn on the
machine.
2.Check if the other
machines work normally.
The water
temperature does
not increase
1.Set the temperature
below or close to the
water temperature.
2.The set heating
time is too short.
1.Check the setting.
2.Extend the heating
time.
The water goes on
heating after the set
temperature
is reached.
1.The program is wrong.
2.The temperature
sensor is invalid.
3.The circulator does
not rotate.
1. Restart the power switch.
2. Repaired by the specialist.
3. Repaired by the specialist.
E01 appears on the
display. 1.The machine is not in water.
2.The water level
is too low.
1.Put the machine into water
and restart the power
switch.
2.Add water, make sure the
water level is between the
MIN and MAX lines.
The m
achine plugs in
and turns on, but there
is no display o
n the
LCD.
1.The thermic overload
is cut off.
2. The machine is
wrong.
1. Repaired by the specialist.
2. Repaired by the specialist.

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High decibel noise from
the pump
1. Air inside the pump.
1. After filling the water bath
with water a few times to
release the air from the
propeller of the pump.
2. Debris inside the
pump.
3. Clean the machine and
pump according to “How to
Clean” section in the
manual (or ask a specialist
to clean the machine).
**If any problems arise during the use of the machine, please ask a specialist to
check the machine. Do not attempt unauthorized repairs to avoid accidents.
Maintenance
To avoid burning, make sure that the machine is OFF and cooled down to room
temperature before cleaning.
Place the machine vertically after cleaning, do not place it horizontally or upside
down.
During cleaning, do not damage the components inside the machine. Once the
components are damaged, please ask a specialist to check and repair. Do not
attempt unauthorized repairs to avoidaccidents.
Dispose of old water after each use and fill with fresh water for next time. If the
water is reused many times, some mineral substances may subside or adhere
to the surface of the components, which may affect the machine performance.
When the discharged capacity is significantly reduced, or when the machine
components have too much ash or dirt, disassemble the stainless-steel
housing (refer to the "How to Assemble and Disassemble Quickly" section) to
clean the heat tube and probe. It is recommended to clean the machine after
being used 20 times or every 100 hours of use.

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Floating switch
Protective tube
Temperature probe Heater
l It is not recommended to use a hot machine in cool water. Let the machine
cool down to room temperature, put in cool water. Failure to do so will affect
the proper operation and lifetime of the machine. Inversely, do not put a cooled
down machine in hot water.

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How to Assemble and Disassemble Quickly
1. Remove the filter from the machine.
2. To disassemble the fixing clamp, hold the fixing hook tightly, push the slide
plate with your thumb, and press firmly. Leave some space between the
connection sleeve and the machine (relaxed state) and push down to release
the clamp.
3. To disassemble the fixing screw, remove the fixing screw using a cross
screwdriver.
Note: The screw is above the grounding mark, connecting the machine shell
and back cover.
4. To disassemble the stainless-steel housing, hold the plastic cover and housing
with your hands and rotate 15 degrees anticlockwise, then remove the housing.
5. Clean inner components and deposits on the protective tube, heat tube, and
probe with a soft web cloth.
6. Assemble in reverse order of disassembly.
7. Dry and store the assembled machine properly for later use.

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Cleaning
Preparation:
A container higher than 18 cm (7 in.) and food grade vinegar (white vinegar, apple
vinegar, etc.).
Why it needs to be cleaned:
Tap water normally contains minerals. When the water is heated to a certain
temperature, scale will build up on the heater or surface of the machine. In this case,
the scale will affect the performance and the outside appearance of the machine. To
avoid this, it is recommended to clean the machine after every 20 uses, with an
accumulated working time of less than 200 hours. The machine can also be cleaned
according to your current needs based on the type of water in different places.
How to clean:
1. Put the machine in the container. Pour water in the container up to the MAX
line of the machine. Add 5 g of vinegar per 10 L of water.
CAUTION: Rinse the eyes with a lot of water if vinegar comes in contact with
them. See medical attention as required.
2. Turn on the machine, set the working temperature at 80°C (176°F) for 3 hours
(03:00), and press Start. After 3 hours, when the machine beeps, turn it OFF and
cut off power.
3. Check if the machine is clean enough. If not, add vinegar again in the
container and run the machine as indicated above in Step 2. If the machine is clean
enough, drain the vinegar from the container, wash the machine and container with
fresh water, dry them and store them appropriately.