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STATUS EV500
VACUUM PACKING MACHINE
USER MANUAL
EN

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1.1. OPERATING CONDITIONS
The machine has been designed for
use in a domestic environment at nor-
mal room temperature. Do not use or
store the machine in damp or humid
conditions.
Maximum ambient temperature in
normal use is +40°C; the average of
temperatures over a 24-hour period
should not exceed +35°C. Minimum
ambient temperature allowed is -5°C.
Surrounding air should be clean; rela-
tive humidity should not exceed 50% at
the maximum temperature of +40°C.
Higher relative humidity is allowed at
lower ambient temperature (e.g. 90%
at +20°C).
1.2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
a.) Working surface must be dry, nor-
mal temperature (not hot) and cle-
ar from obstructions.
b.) Check the power cable and elec-
trical outlet before you plug in the
appliance.
c.) Appliance should be cleaned only
with a dry or slightly damp cloth.
d.) Never touch the Sealing Strip when
using the appliance (Item 6 in Figu-
re 1) – it may be hot.
e.) Use the appliance only for the purpo-
ses described in the User Manual.
f.) If the electric cord or plug has been
damaged, have it replaced by the
manufacturer or an authorised ser-
vice facility to avoid any danger.
g.) The appliance is not intended for
use by children under 8 years or
persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities,
unless they are supervised by a
person responsible for their safety.
h.) Avoid leaving children unattended
to prevent them from playing with
the appliance.
i.) Warranty is invalid if:
•theappliancehasbeentampered
with,
•youusetheapplianceforuninten-
ded purposes,
•youdonotrespectsafetyregulati-
ons and do not follow the instruc-
tions in the User Manual.
The manufacturer will not accept
responsibility for any damage that may
occur as a result of not following the
User Manual or improper use.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INTRODUCTION

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1.3. TIME INTERVALS FOR USING STATUS EV500
For the appliance to work proper-
ly allow 120 seconds between each
vacuum packing operation. This pre-
vents the machine from overheating.
1.4. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
a.) Unplug the machine.
b.) Use a soft, damp cloth to clean
the machine. Do not use anything
which could scratch or damage
the surface. Never submerge the
appliance in water or place it under
running water. Never squirt
detergent directly onto or into the
machine.
c.) Before using the machine make
sure that it is completely dry.
d.) The Sealing Strip is covered with
Teon.Removeany plasticresidu-
es using a soft cloth. You can only
clean the Sealing Strip when the
appliance has cooled down. Never
try to clean the sealing strip using
a sharp object.
e.) If the black foam seals become
contaminated with grease or liquid,
then you can wash them in soapy
water, rinse and dry them before
replacing them. This will increase
the lifespan of the foam seals.

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STATUS EV500 Vacuum Appliance is a household
appliance intended for long term food storage in
vacuum and is designed to vacuum pack and seal bags
and vacuum containers. It has been developed and
manufactured by the Status d.o.o. Metlika company
from Metlika, Slovenia.
The most important advantages of vacuum packing:
• Vitamins,minerals,nutrientsandavourarepreserved.
• Multiplication of moulds and bacteria is suppres-
sed, which extends food shelf life.
• Storageinvacuumpreventsmixingofodoursinthe
refrigerator or freezer.
Products for extending freshness of foods also include
Status' vacuum containers, lids, stoppers and a jug,
which are vacuum packed with a manual or electric
vacuum pump. STATUS EV500 includes an adjustable
hose for vacuum packing all of the mentioned products.
1.5. GENERAL INFORMATION
Two sets of premade vacuum bags and two sets of foil
rolls are packed with the product. You can determine
the length of the bags according to your needs.
Before using the machine for the rst time, read the
User Manual carefully and follow the instructions. If
you have any questions, opinions or comments then
please call or email us.
For more detailed instructions watch the video about
the correct use of a vacuum packing machine at
www.status.si.
STATUS EV500 is simple to use and efcient. You
will be able to store food in a completely natural and
healthier way. It will stay fresh longer and you will save
time and money.
Dimensions Width: 340 mm
Depth: 170 mm
Height: 105 mm
Max Bag Width 280 mm
Weight Approx. 2.8 kg
Material ABS plastic (outer casing)
Pump Single-piston pump (self-oiling – no maintenance necessary)
Vacuum pressure -750 mbar
Motor 230 V AC, 5O Hz
Automatic cut-off in case of overheating.
Max RPM 2900
Transformer 220V AC, 50 Hz/24 V AC 0,8A
/12V AC 0,4A
Pump volume 14 litres/min
Appliance rated power 200W, 230 V AC
1.6. TECHNICAL DATA

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1.7. COMPONENTS AND FUNCTION BUTTONS
The Figure 1 below shows the vacuum packing machine.
The numbers in explanations of the operation of the
machine are used in the same manner as in the Figure.
Figure 1: STATUS EV500 – components are marked with numbers
1
23
710
7
8a
6
9
9
4
5
10
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1. Seal Button
Initiation of the sealing process (without vacuum packing). You can use this to seal the open end of
a roll.
2. Vacuum Packing of Bags Button
Initiationofvacuum packingand sealing process.The bagwill rst be vacuumpackedand then
automatically sealed.
Start/Stop
Initiation and interruption of vacuum packing process when storing sensitive
foods.
3. Vacuum Packing of Containers Button
Vacuum packing of containers with Accessory Port and Hose. Vacuum packing process automatically
terminates when the appliance reaches the set negative pressure of approx. -500 mbar.
4. On/Off Indicator
When the appliance is connected to electric mains, indicator light turns on. During the sealing pro-
cess, the light illuminates 100 %.
5. Accessory Port used for vacuum packing of containers
6 . Sealing Strip(coveredwithTeonfoil)
7. Vacuum Channel
When vacuum packing, the bag must be set to the point in the middle of the Channel.
8. Gasket on the upper part of the Lid
8a. Silicon Gasket - When sealing place the bag only as far as to Silicon Gasket.
9 . Space for Lock
10. Lock for Securing the Lid (manual operation or transportation)
1.8. FOIL ROLLS AND BAGS USED
FOR VACUUM PACKING
Foil roll 4 ply foil (PA/PE)
•length3000mmxwidth200mm
•length3000mmxwidth280mm
•length3000mmxwidth120mm(forsalami)
Bags 4 ply foil (PA/PE)
•length280mmxwidth200mm
•length360mmxwidth280mm
•length550mmxwidth120mm(forsalami)
Foil thickness 100 µm (smooth, unribbed part) /130 µm (structured, ribbed, part of the foil)
Foil quality Impermeable, 2 ply, germ-free, with neutral avour and odour, can be reused,
suitable for microwave and boiling.

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Use the machine according to the following
instructions:
2.2.1. PLUG IN THE MACHINE
AND PREPARE IT
FOR OPERATION
Every time you start working with EV500 you should
warm up the machine. Close the lid, press the Seal but-
ton (Item 1 in Figure 1) and press down on the lid. This
rstcyclewillwarmthesealingstrip.
2.2.2.
FIRST, MAKE A BAG
FROM THE ROLL
When using vacuum bags skip paragraph 2.2.2. and
continue with instructions in paragraph 2.2.3.
a.) Determine the length needed. A bag should be about
5 cm longer than the item to be vacuum packed. To
reuse the bag leave additional 2.5 cm of bag mate-
rial for each time you plan to reuse it or next time
usethebagforsmalleritems.Respectively,usethe
bag for other item as long as length enables reuse.
b.) Cut off the desired length with the included cutter.
c.) Place the roll on the Sealing Strip and extend it to the
gray Silicon Gasket (see Figure 2). Make sure that
the edge is straight and level.
d.) Close the lid.
e.) Press the Seal button (Item 1 in Figure 1) and
press down on the lid until the light (On/Off)
illuminates 100%. The lid will automatically stick
down and seal the bag. If the lid can be opened du-
ring the process, you didn’t press down hard enou-
gh, so repeat the procedure.
f.) When the sealing process is completed, the lid lifts
slightly. Open the lid completely and check the seal.
It should be smooth and transparent over its whole
width.
Figure 2: Place the roll on the Sealing Strip and extend
it to the gray Silicon Gasket to seal (see arrows).
WARNING: When using new vacuum appliance
or one that has not been in use for a while black
gasket can become stiff. Same can happen if va-
cuum appliance is stored below room temparatures
(in basement). Thus we propose that the lid is pushed
down with both hands or to lock vacuum appliance and
push with one hand. The push has to be energetic!
2.1. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
a.) When taking the machine out of its packaging
check that all components are included and
undamaged.
b.) Read the User Manual before you use the
machine for the rst time.
c.) STATUS EV500 is a professional machine with the
technology and capacity adjusted to be used in ho-
useholds. The machine is due to its functionality
suitable to be stored on the kitchen top where it can
be conveniently used every day. Place it on an even,
smooth surface with enough space for placing food
into bags.
2.2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
2. USAGE

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to be sealed free of grease.
WARNING: If the machine starts sucking liquid when
an item is vacuum packed, interrupt the process im-
mediately by pressing the Stop button (Item 2 in Figure
1). Stop button works only when the machine is in the
process of vacuum packing. When sealing, Stop button
does not work anymore.
2.2.4.
VACUUM PACKING
OF FOODS WHICH
ARE EASILY CRUSHED
When vacuum packing foods which are easily crushed
or contain a lot of water (fresh fruit, salads, mushrooms,
bread, pastry) less vacuum should be used (from 0 to
-300 mbar).
With manual vacuum packing you can interrupt the pro-
cess of removing air as soon as you assess that enough
air has been sucked out of the bag or that further remo-
val of air could damage foods which are easily crushed.
The process of manual vacuum packing is very similar
to the above described automatic vacuum packing only
with two main differences. Keep in mind that with soft
and moist foods you have to pay extra attention to what
is happening in the bag during vacuum packing.
a.) Place the items to be vacuum packed in the bag.
b.) Make sure that inner surfaces to be sealed are cle-
an, dry and free from food materials
c.) Placethelledbagontheworksurfaceinfrontof
the appliance and pull it to the middle of Vacuum
Channel (Item 7 in Figure 1).
d.) Make sure that the bag placed on the Sealing Strip
is completely smooth (not creased).
e.) Close the lid and secure it with side locks (Items 9
and 10 in Figure 1): press on one of the lid edges
and push the lock horizontally to set it in the allotted
space(seetheguresbelow).
Figure 4: Lock the appliance: press on the lid edges
(simultaneously or individually) and push side locks
inwards.
2.2.3.
WHEN THE BAG IS
MADE, PLACE FOOD
IN IT AND VACUUM PACK
The bag should be at least 5 cm longer than the space,
occupied by the item to be vacuum packed.
a.) Place the items to be vacuum packed in the bag.
b.) Make sure that inner surfaces (for the sealing edge)
are clean, dry and free from food materials.*
c.)Placethelledbagontheworksurfaceinfrontof
the appliance and pull it to the middle of the Va-
cuum Channel (see Figure 3 and Item 7 in Figure 1).
Figure 3: Place the lled bag in the middle of the Va-
cuum Channel (see arrows).
d.) Make sure that the bag placed on the Sealing Strip
is completely smooth (not creased).
e.) Close the appliance and activate the Vacuum
Packing of Bags button (Item 2 in Figure 1).
f.) Press on the lid and hold it down until indicator li-
ght begins to shine with its full power. The bag will
be vacuum packed and sealed automatically. Due
to high vacuum pressure the lid stays closed while
the machine operates. If the lid opens during this
processthenpresstheliddownrmly.
g.) When the sealing process is complete, wait for the lid
to release automatically and remove the bag. Check
the seal - it should be smooth and transparent over
its whole width.
*RECOMMENDATION: When vacuum packing greasy
products (especially bacon) it is strongly recommended
to reverse the outside edges of bag, put the item inside
and reverse the edges back again. This keeps the area

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2.2.5. VACUUM PACKING
USING VACUUM
CONTAINERS AND LIDS
Basic equipment of EV500 also includes an Accessory
Hose and Port used for vacuum packing of Status’ va-
cuum containers and lids.
a.) Insert the opening of the Accessory Hose into the
Accessory Port (see Figure 7) on the right side of the
Vacuum Channel.
b.) Attach the Accessory Hose and Port to the valve of
the chosen vacuum container.
c.) Press the Container button (Item 3 in Figure 1) to
vacuum the container. When the correct negative
pressure is reached, the process stops automati-
cally.
When vacuum packing liquid foods (soups, sauces, etc)
there should be at least 1.5 cm between the surface of
the liquid and the lid.
Figure 7: Vacuum packing using containers
2.2.6 HAVE YOU VACUUM
PACKAGED AN ITEM
CONTAINING A LOT OF LIQUID?
A liquid trap is incorporated in the appliance. Its task is
to prevent serious damages when the liquid from foods
enters the appliance. The liquid trap can be emptied if
necessary.
This small container is designed to collect small amo-
unts of excess liquid from foods. The liquid trap is loca-
ted on the bottom of the machine.
If you need to empty it, follow the instructions:
a.) Unplug the machine.
f.) Activate the Start button (Item 2 in Figure 1) and
press on the lid.
g.) Whenyouaresatisedwith theamountoftheair
removed or when the liquid starts pouring towards
appliance, press the Stop button (Item 2 in Figure
1). The pump stops immediately and the sealing
process begins.
h.) During sealing, the light (On/Off) illuminates 100%.
i.) Unlock the appliance: press on the lid edges to open
the lock. You can press both edges simultaneously
or individually.
j.) Check the seal, it should be transparent and uni-
form. If it is not, repeat the sealing process only on
the rim of the bag (as in the procedure for making
a bag from a foil roll). It is recommended to follow
these instructions each time you vacuum package
manually.
Figure 5: Unlocked vacuum sealer
Figure 6: Locked vacuum sealer
TIP: Vacuum appliance can be locked by every function
(sealing, automatic or manual vacuum packing). In both
cases the vacuum appliance will work in the same way
only the lid will not have to be pushed so hard anymore.
We recommend you to use the »manual vacuum
packing« function also when vacuum packing fresh
meat which you intend to store in the refrigerator.

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b.) Remove the container by twisting it anticlockwise,
and pulling out.
c.)Drainliquid,cleanthecontainer,cleantheltertho-
roughly (dark pad) and dry it.
d.) Insert the container back into the machine and
make sure you twist fully clockwise.
WARNING: The container is only intended for collec-
ting a small quantity of liquid (a few drops). If a larger
quantity of liquid enters the machine then switch the
machine off immediately and consult an authorised
repair service.
Figure 8: Container for excess liquid
3. VACUUM PACKING DIFFERENT TYPES OF FOOD
Vacuum packing is not a substitute for freezing or refri-
geration. Despite being vacuum packed foods still have
to be stored in the refrigerator or freezer or in a cool
place (e.g. dried meat products in a cellar).
Do not use bags or rolls for packing foods which
contain a lot of liquid!
Soups, sauces and liquids should be either pre-frozen
before packing in a vacuum bag or vacuum packed in
an acrylic container.
Boiled meat, raw meat and sh: For best results we
recommend you to pre-freeze meat and sh for 1-2
hours prior to vacuum packing to ensure the retenti-
on of juices and shape, and to help guarantee a good
seal. If pre-freezing is not possible, place a folded paper
towel between the meat and the top of the bag, avoi-
ding the area to be sealed. Leave the paper towel in the
bag when vacuum packing to absorb excess moisture
and juices.
Note: Beef may appear darker after vacuum packing
due to the removal of oxygen. However, this does not
indicate it is spoiled.
Vegetables: Vegetables should be blanched prior to
vacuum packing. The process of blanching stops the
enzymeactionandpreservesavour,colourandtextu-
re. One to two minutes in boiling water is enough for
fresh leaf vegetables or beans. For chopped zucchini or
broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables allow 3 to 4
minutes, for carrots allow 5 minutes and 7 to 11 mi-
nutes for cereals. After blanching, submerge the vege-
tables in cold water to stop the process then dry them
with a paper towel prior to vacuum packing.
We recommend you to store leaf vegetables in vacuum
containers.Theyshouldrstbewashedanddriedwith
a paper towel, and then stored in a vacuum container.
This way, spinach and lettuce will stay fresh up to 2 we-
eks when refrigerated.
Mushrooms, raw garlic and raw potatoes: We do
not recommend vacuum packing. If you want to do it
anyway, strictly follow the instructions in paragraph 9.3.
Thawing of vacuum packaged foods: Foods should
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PROBLEM: WHAT TO DO:
EV500 does not
respond when I press
the buttons.
• Makesurethemachineisswitchedonandpluggedin.
• Ifsocketisonbutyouhavenopower,checkthesocketwithanotherappliance
that you know works.
• Checkthepowercordforanydamage–cracksorsplitting.
• Yourmachinemayswitchoffautomaticallytoavoidoverheating.Allowittocool
down for 45 minutes and then carry on as normal. We strongly recommend you
take into account 20 seconds between each vacuum packing.
• Pressing a function button must last at least one second for the machine
to react.
Air remains in the bag. • MakesureyouhavefullyplacedopenendofthebaginthemiddleofVacuum
Compartment.
• Ensurethatthebagsyouareusinghaveatleast100/130µmthickness.
• Checkyourbagforanydamage–splits,perforationsorbubbles.
Test: Seal bag and submerge it in water. On the places where bag is damaged,
bubbles will appear.
• Whenusingcontinuousrollsmakesurethattherstsealingedgeisrmlysealed.
• Makesureyouhavepressedonbotharrowsontherimsofthelidtightlyenough
before vacuum packing. You must hear two clicks.
4. WARRANTY
This warranty is valid for two years from the date of
purchase. Evidence of original purchase is required for
warranty services, so it is important to keep your sales
receipt.
This warranty only covers breakdown caused by electri-
cal or mechanical failure. It does not cover damage ca-
used by liquid entering the machine or breakdown cau-
sed by failure to follow the manufacturers instructions.
If you have any comments or questions concerning the
functioning of the machine or warranty, please contact us:
STATUS d.o.o. Metlika
Ulica Belokranjskega odreda 19, 8330 Metlika
e-mail: [email protected]
For more information visit our website www.status.si.
5. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The machine complies with all European directives:
a.) Directive on electrical equipment designed for use
withincertain voltagelimits (OJof theRepublicof
Slovenia, no. 27/04)
Directive 73/23/EEC, 93/68 EEC and its
amendments
b.) Regulationon electromagnetic compatibility(OJof
theRepublicofSlovenia,no.132/2006)
Directive 2004/108 EC and its amendments
EC declaration of conformity guarantees that the
machine is safe and has been inspected and tested to
meet all the requirements specied in the applicable
standards, directives and regulations.
6. TROUBLESHOOTING

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PROBLEM: WHAT TO DO:
The vacuum doesn’t hold
on the bags.
• Checkthesealingareasofthelidarefreefromanydirt,greaseorfoodparti-
cles,andthattheyarermlyinplace.
• Ensurethatthebagistotallycleanontheedges–thoroughlyremoveanyfood
particles or liquid and ensure the bag is completely dry.
• Ifyouaresealinganythingwithsharpedges(e.g.bones)makesuretheycannot
pierce the bag during the vacuum process.
• Note:coversharpedgeswithapapertowel,orsimilar,priortosealing.
Bag melts or cannot be
sealed completely.
• Makesureyouareusingbagsthatareatleast100/130µmthicknessand2ply.
• Beforesealingensureth at the edges of the bag are clean and dry.
The vacuum doesn’t hold
when using a container.
• EnsurethatyourHoseiscorrectlyinsertedasshowninFigure7.
• Makesureyourcontainerlidiscleananddryandinthecorrectposition.
• Makecertainthatyourcontainervalveiscleananddry.
STATUS EV500 sealed
several bags (up to 5
items) and it seems it is
not working anymore.
Important note about
vacuum bags:
• Westronglyrecommendvacuumbagsofthicknessatleast100/130µm.The-
re are many different types of vacuum bags available on the market so put
special attention on quality. Our recommendation is to use original vacuum
bags from Status, which are 2 ply and 100/130 µ thick.
I’ve sealed several bags
(up to 5) and it stopped
working.
• Makesureyouareusingbagsthatareatleast100/130µthicknessand2ply.
• Beforesealingensurethattheedgesofthebagarecleananddry.
• Checkthelidsealsarermlyinplaceallthewayaround.
7. BENEFITS OF VACUUM PACKING
Oxygen provokes a chemical change on food and is an
important factor in the formation of moulds and bacte-
ria. As a consequence, grease can go rancid, food colo-
urchanges,mouldsandbacteriamultiply,andavour,
vitamins, aroma and minerals are lost. Vacuum packing
holds up such undesired effects, prolongs shelf life and
preserves food quality. Only with the help of vacuum
packing, i.e. removing air from packing using manual or
pump, a suitable environment required to extend food
freshness can be established. The process of vacuum
packing in containers or bags creates negative pressure.
Vacuum machine, containers and universal lids are
indispensable in every kitchen. They are intended for
natural storing of food and extending shelf life of raw
and boiled food without losing its quality. Storing in the
refrigerator, pantry or packaging that extends food fre-
shness does not prevent the oxygen coming in contact
with food.
We also have to mention that Status' EV500 helps you
save money, since you can buy in bulk, repackage your
purchase in portions and then vacuum package. Food
can be divided into smaller serving portions, vacuum
packaged and stored in the refrigerator for a longer
period of time.

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The advantage of storing deep frozen food is in
preserving its essence – vitamins, minerals and
taste. Besides, at temperatures between -30° C
and -40° C the texture of raw food changes only to a
minimum extent (e.g. meat). Freeze food as quickly as
possible.
Reason: When you are freezing food slowly, big ice
crystals are formed on the surface. They overgrow
food cells and subsequently damage their structure.
When you are freezing food quickly, small ice crystals
are formed, which do not damage the food to such an
extent. If possible, freeze food at constant temperature
(–18 °C at the most). Only food of the highest quali-
ty should be frozen. Some foods have to be blanched
(scalded) in order to avoid unwanted changes when
freezing or deeply refrigerating (enzyme activation,
ceased germination). Blanched or in any other way heat
treated foods must be chilled before freezing. Otherwi-
se, already stored food can start thawing and become
damaged or vacuum can be lost when storing food in
vacuum containers. To ensure better quality of stored
fruit, use sugar as additive. This also preserves aroma
and colours. In the freezer, containers should be kept
together as close as possible. The rest of them can be
kept in the refrigerator.
8.2. WHAT IS FREEZER BURN?
Signs of freezer burn are rancid meat, rotten vegeta-
bles and tasteless fruit. Freezer burn appears, when the
packaging is permeable to air (common 1 ply PE bags)
and frozen food comes into contact with oxygen. Con-
sequently, water evaporates and the surface of frozen
food dries out. Oxygen penetrates through the porous
cracks and initiates oxidation. As a consequence, food
loses its aroma and fresh taste. We can recognize free-
zer burn by the white and dun stains on the food.
8.3. DEEP FROZEN OR CHILLED
8. USEFUL ADVICE
Thawing should be a slow (the most suitable way of
thawing is in the refrigerator) and natural process. It
should not be forced (as it is when putting a bag into
hot water or thawing food in the microwave). Once the
food is defrosted, it should not be refrozen. When refre-
ezing, mechanical damages occur and food can perish
more quickly. Taste, colour and aroma are decompo-
sed. Micro-organisms (bacteria, mould) multiply much
faster. These consequences cannot be eliminated by
refreezing. It is therefore recommended that once the
foods are thawed, they should be used as soon as pos-
sible.
8.4. THAWING
Vacuum packing is also suitable for picnics, sailing and
camping. Food, equipment and documents stay dry and
protected. Batteries, mobile phones and cameras can
also be vacuum packaged to keep them from getting
wet. Vacuum packing prevents mixing of odours and
keeps food from perishing due to moisture. This is
particularly important in small spaces.
8.5. SAILING, CAMPING AND PICNICKING
8.1. WHAT IS VACUUM?
Vacuum or negative pressure is removal of oxygen from
a closed space, in our case from a bag or vacuum cani-
ster.Reducingtheoxygenlevelinthepackaginglowers
the risk of harmful oxidation reactions. Oxygen is an
important factor in the formation of moulds and
bacteria. Oxygen pumping (vacuuming) from a closed
canister or bag prevents or slows down spoilage of food.

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9.1. COMPARATIVE TABLE OF FOOD STORAGE
IN THE REFRIGERATOR
9. COMPARATIVE STORAGE TABLES
Source: Status' Development Dept. manufacturer
Type of food Regular storage Vacuum storage
Boiled food 2 days 10 days
Fresh meat 2 days 6 days
Fresh poultry 2 days 6 days
Boiled meat 4-5 days 8-10 days
Freshsh 2 days 4-5 days
Cold meats 3 days 6-8 days
Smoked sausages 90 days 365 days
Hard cheeses 12-15 days 50-55 days
Soft cheeses 5-7 days 13-15 days
Fresh vegetables 5 days 18-20 days
Fresh herbs 2-3 days 7-14 days
Washed lettuce 3 days 6-8 days
Fresh fruit 3-7 days 8-20 days
Desserts 5 days 10-15 days
Tip: Before vacuum packing properly chill the food.
9.2. COMPARATIVE TABLE OF FOOD STORAGE
IN CUPBOARDS AND ON SHELVES
Type of food Regular storage Vacuum storage
Bread/rolls 2-3 days 7-8 days
Pastry 120 days 300 days
Dried food 10-30 days 30-90 days
Rawrice/pasta 180 days 365 days
Coffee/tea 30-60 days 365 days
Wine 2-3 days 20-25 days
Non-alcoholic drink (sealed) 7-10 days 20-25 days
Non-alcoholic drink in a vacuum jar 2-3 days 7-10 days
Baking goods 2-3 days 7-10 days
Hazelnuts, walnuts etc. 30-60 days 120-180 days
Crackers/potato chips 5-10 days 20-30 days

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9.3. COMPARATIVE TABLE OF FOOD STORAGE
IN THE FREEZER
(1)
Blanch before freezing or wash food before storing it in the refrigerator. Chopped food containing a lot of water is
not suitable for vacuum packing (cucumbers, zucchini etc.).
(2)
If you want to properly vacuum package coffee or other ground food with SmartVac, leave the items in their original
packaging and place them into the Status' bag. If you do not have the original packaging, use a regular bag and
insert it in the Status' bag. This way you can prevent beans or ground items from being sucked into the machine.
(3)
Mushrooms: We strongly recommend the "manual vacuum packing" function. Only hard, meaty and fresh
mushrooms are suitable for vacuum packing and freezing. First wash and dry the mushrooms, then chop them
with a ne knife and store them in small quantities. Almost all types of mushrooms should be blanched. We recom-
mend that you put them in the freezer for half an hour before vacuum packing. Do not thaw the mushrooms before
preparing them. Boil frozen mushrooms in hot salty water or add them to sauces.
(4)
Herbs containing a high portion of essential oils, such as sage, thyme, rosemary or peppermint are not suitable for
vacuum packing but only for drying. Basil, tarragon, garden dill, parsley and chive should be frozen. If dried, they
lose too much avour.
Type of food Regular storage Vacuum storage
Fresh meat 6 months 18 months
Ground meat 4 months 12 months
Poultry 6 months 18 months
Fish 6 months 18 months
Fresh vegetables (remark number 1) 8 months 24 months
Mushrooms (remark number 3) 8 months 24 months
Herbs (remark number 4) 3-4 months 8-12 months
Fruit 6-10 months 18-30 months
Cold meats 2 months 4-6 months
Baking goods 6-12 months 18 months
Coffee beans 6-9 months 18-27 months
Ground coffee (remark number 2) 6 months 12-34 months
Bread/rolls 6-12 months 18-36 months
Only approximate time of duration is indicated in the tables, as it depends on the initial state (freshness) and
way of preparing food. We have considered storage of food at +3 °C / +5°C in the refrigerator and at –18 °C
in the freezer.

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11. STATUS EV500 SET
The set includes:
a.) 1 STATUS EV500 machine
b.) 1FoilRoll–200mm(W)X1500mm(L)
c.) 1FoilRoll–280mm(W)X1500mm(L)
d.) 3 Small Bags – 200 mm (W) x 280 mm (L)
e.) 3 Large Bags – 280 mm (W) x 360 mm (L)
f.) 1 Connector used for vacuum packing of containers
g.) 1 Manual Cutter used for cutting foil
h.) 1 User Manual
10. CORRECT DISPOSAL OF YOUR VACUUM
MACHINE
The symbol on the product or
its packaging indicates that at
the end of its life, the product
may not be treated as ordinary
household waste and must be
disposed of in accordance with
your local authority’s instructions
and at properly designated sites.
YoucanalsouseanofcialWEEE
collection service provider in accordance with directive
2002/96/EC.
Separate collection of individual components of EE
equipment prevents negative effects of environmental
pollution and minimizes danger to human health, which
may occur as a result of improper product disposal. In
addition, it enables reuse and recovery of the mate-
rial, thus saving energy and raw materials. For detailed
information on collecting, sorting, reuse and recycling
of the product contact the provider of WEEE collection
services or the shop where you bought the equipment.
The date of manufacture can be found on the
warranty sheet which you received at purchase.