TECHWOOD TSV-3066i User manual

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ELECTRIC VACUUM SEALER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
❑Please read these instructions carefully before use.
❑Keep present instructions for future references.
❑Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on
the appliance.
❑Only use the appliance for domestic purposes and household
or similar applications such as:
-staff kitchen areas, in shops, offices and other working
environments;
-by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
- Environment type like :
• Farm Houses • Bed and Breakfast.
❑Only use the appliance in the way indicated in these
instructions.
❑Never use this unit near bathtub, shower, wash-hand basins or
other containers with water.
❑Never use this apparatus near water projections.
❑Never use this apparatus with the wet hands.
❑If, unfortunately the apparatus is wet, immediately withdraw the
cord of the socket-outlet.
❑Inform potential users of these instructions.
❑Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use.
❑The appliance must be used only for its intended purpose. No
responsibility can be taken for any possible damage or injury
caused by incorrect use or improper handling.
❑Children and persons with disabilities are not always aware of
the danger posed by the use of appliances.
❑This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
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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 hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
❑Always disconnect the appliance from the supply if it is left
unattended and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning
❑Regarding the instructions for cleaning surfaces in contact with
food or oil, thanks to refer to the below paragraph "cleaning and
maintenance" in manual.
❑In order to ensure your children‘s safety, please keep all
packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their
reach.
❑Caution ! Do not allow small children to play with the foil :
THERE IS A DANGER OF SUFFOCATION !
❑From time to time check the cord for damages. Never use the
appliance if cord or appliance shows any signs of damage.
❑Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid for
any reason whatsoever.
❑Never place it into the dishwasher.
❑Never use the appliance near hot surfaces.
❑Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance has been damaged in any manner.
❑If the supply cord or appliance is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.
❑Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of
cleaning of maintenance and accessories assembly.
❑Never use the appliance outside and always place it in a dry
environment.
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❑Never use accessories, which are not recommended by the
producer. They could constitute a danger to the user and risk
to damage the appliance.
❑Never use any other connector than the one provided.
❑Never move the appliance by pulling the cord. Make sure the
cord cannot get caught in any way.
❑Never wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it
❑Ensure that the power cord does not come into contact with hot
parts of this unit.
❑Make sure the appliance has cooled down before cleaning and
storing it.
❑The temperature of accessible surfaces may be very high when
the appliance is operating. Never touch these parts, of
apparatus, to avoid burning itself.
❑Make sure the appliance never comes into contact with
flammable materials, such as curtains, cloth, etc... & the power
cord and plug do not come in contact with water.
❑Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the power
supply and let it cool down.
❑This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external timer or separate remote-control system.
❑Always place the unit on a flat surface. Ensure, also, not to
cover the device and not to put anything on it.
❑Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the
appliance is not in use.
❑When using an extension lead always make sure that the entire
cable is unwound from the reel. Use solely CE approved
extension leads. Input power must be at least 16A, 250V,
3000W.
❑Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the appliance
and cause injury to the user.
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❑This device, designed for home use, complies with standards
relating to this type of product.
❑The appliance must be used and rested on a table or flat &
stable surface.
❑The item must not be left unattended when it is connected to
main supply.
❑The item is not to be used, if it has been dropped or if there are
visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
❑This appliance is only intended for household use.
SPECIAL WARNINGS FOR THIS APPLIANCE
Wait at least 40 seconds between two sealing operations.
Check that the machine is open before heating to prevent
deformation of the seal.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The symbol "OPEN BOOK" means a recommendation to
read important things contained in the record.
The symbol "BIN" crossed out, abbreviation WEEE
(Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) means
that at the end of life, it should not be discarded with
household waste, but filed to the sorting of the locality.
Waste recovery can help preserve our environment.
The symbol "CE" is the guarantee of compliance with
harmonized European standards, voluntary, reflecting
the essential requirements into technical specifications.
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These standards are not mandatory but are guarantees
of compliance with essential requirements.
The symbol ROHS (Restriction of use of some Hazardous
Substances) on the Environmental Protection, certifies
that for each of the five hazardous substances • Lead •
Mercury • (hexavalent) chromium • products for
protection against flames PBB and PBDE, the peak
concentration is equal to or less than 0.1% of the weight
of homogeneous material, and 0.01% for the 6th •
cadmium.
The symbol "DOUBLE SQUARE" means a double
insulated. A basic insulation and supplementary
insulation. This device requires no connection to the
mass of a protective conductor grounded. The
materials are said : double insulation class II.
The symbol "GLASS / FORK" means that the device is
compatible and can come into contact with foodstuffs.
The symbol "TRIMAN" indicates that the consumer is
invited to dispose the product as part of a separate
collection (eg recycling bin, waste, voluntary intake
point).
For more information : http://www.quefairedemesdechets.fr
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Always switch off the appliance, disconnect the apparatus and let
it cool before cleaning.
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Clean the outside of the apparatus with a sponge or slightly wet
linen.
The parts (removable) in contact with food like bowl, forks,
Spatula etc. can be washed in hot water with sponge and soft
detergent or put in the dishwasher.
Never plunge the apparatus in water or all other liquid!
Do not use abrasive cleaners, gritting, or metal brush or another
cutting object.
FIRST USE
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• remove the appliance and all accessories carefully.
• Clean the outside of the appliance with a damp sponge or cloth and wipe it.
• Install the appliance on a table or flat, stable and horizontal surface. Make sure
there is enough space to operate the machine properly.
• Unwind the power cord completely.
• Check that the voltage in the country where you are, corresponds to that indicated
on the device.
• Connect the appliance to a good electrical outlet, (earthed if the appliance is class
I), to avoid any danger.
• Never modify the device.
TO KNOW THE DEVICE
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1. Locking system
2. Sealing rubber band (connect with
ribbon)
3. Manual suction button
4. Gasket
5. Air evacuation during vacuum
6. Air release buttons
7. Anti-slip feet
8. Vacuum chamber
9. High temperature tape for sealing
10. Base of the device
11. Opening upper part of the device
FUNCTIONS
Mode
Press this key to select the desired vacuum mode. Normal or Soft and the
corresponding indicator will light.
Normal mode is good for general foods.
Mild mode is suitable for fragile foods.
Note : Normal mode is the default mode when power is turned on. If the power
supply is interrupted, the unit returns to normal mode. (Default mode).
Food adjustment key
This function is to be selected according to the type of dry or wet food. Press this key
to select 1. Dried foods 2. Moist foods.
Seal function key (Scellage)
Use this key to seal the bag only. (without vacuum function).
"Vacuum + Seal" function key. (Sous-Vide + Scellage)
Press this button to evacuate air from the bag by vacuuming.
When the defined vacuum level is reached, the bag will be automatically sealed.
Unlock / Stop button
Two functions for this button.
Unlocking
- Press and hold this key for 2 seconds to unlock the device when in standby mode.
Stop
- Press this key to stop the device at any time, even during the working process.
Note: The time interval between two seals must be at least 40 seconds.
METHOD FOR OPERATING VACUUM SEALING
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Notes : Vacuum bags, striped, less than 30 cm wide may be used with this device.
Use good quality vacuum bags to get better sealing result.
In all cases, use striped vacuum bags.
USE
1.Place the food in a vacuum bag (the opposite side to the opening must be sealed).
Note : Leave at least 5 cm between
openness and foods for able to seal
the bag.
2. Open the top cover.
3. Place the bag in the vacuum chamber and
ensure that the opening of the bag is flattened.
Note : The opening side of the bag must touch the two vertical pins located inside the
vacuum chamber. (see below).
4. Close the top cover and press both sides until you hear a "Click" which ensures
that the hood is completely locked to the base.
5.Press and hold the "Unlock" button for 2
seconds until the Unlock button icon turns
on.
6. Press the "vacuum + seal" key to start the vacuum operation.
Notes : The bag will be automatically sealed as soon as vacuum level is reached.
If the device continues to empty air, it is because the device is not
hermetic. In this case, press the top cover with your hand to increase the
pressure between the 2 parts of the device and make it waterproof.
7. When the sealing process is complete, the indicator goes off.
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8. Press the 2 Air Release Buttons (6) (located on each side) to unlock the unit and
to be able to open the top cover.
9. Check the bag to see if the seal is complete, smooth and leak-free.
Note : Fragile foods such as cookies can not support a degree of high vacuum. It
is recommended to use the seal function alone to seal only the bag but not
to empty the air inside.
CAUTION
To prevent the seal joint from deforming, do not close the top cover with the
locking latch when not in use. This would affect the quality of depression during
the next use.
STORAGE
-Ensure the unit is completely cool and dry.
-Do not wrap the cord around the appliance, as this will cause damage.
-Keep the appliance in a cool, dry place.
GUARANTEE
Before being delivered, all our products are subjected to a rigorous control.
This apparatus is guaranteed 24 months starting from the date of purchase by the
consumer.
The documents in proof of guarantee are :
• The invoice and
• The filled and stamped warrantee plate (located on side or bottom of the gift box).
Without these documents in proof, no free replacement, nor no free repair, can be
carried out.
During the warranty period, we deal for free, the defects of the apparatus or the
accessories, rising from a defect of materials or manufacture by repair or,
replacement. The services within the framework of the guarantee do not involve any
extension of the warranty period and does not give right to a new guarantee !
In the event of recourse to the guarantee, bring back the complete apparatus to your
retailer, in its original packing, accompanied by the proofs of purchase.
The breakage of parts out of glass or plastic is, in all the cases, not warranted.
Defects on the accessories or the wearing parts (for example: coals of engines,
hooks, drive belts, remote control of replacement, teeth brushes of replacement,
webs etc) as well as cleaning, maintenance or it replacement of wearing parts are
not guaranteed and are thus to pay !
In the event of foreign intervention, the guarantee becomes null and void.
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After flow of the warranty period, repairs can be carried out, against payment, by a
specialized trade or a repair service.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem
Possible cause
Solutions
1. Something wrong
with the air pump and it
cannot work.
2. The vacuum bag is
placed on incorrect
position.
1. Contact with after service to change the air
pump.
2. Make sure the bag opening side is placed
in the vacuum seal chamber and cannot
exceed the two lugs.
Unit
Cannot
vacuum
seal
3. The vacuum bag is
not compatible.
4. The sealing sponge
get deformed
3. Replace to compatible bag
4. Press the top cover with your hands
when working to check if it can vacuum seal.
5. The vacuum bag leaks
6. Something wrong with
the heating wire and it
cannot heat up
5. Replace the bag
6. Contact after service to replace the heating
wire
SPECIFICATIONS
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Power supply 220-240V~ 50-60Hz
Power 110W
Norm Class II
Made in PRC
The characteristics can change without prior notice.
CAUTION: In order to minimize the risks of electric shock, In the event of breakdown,
not to open the case but to call upon a qualified technician for repairs.
This apparatus satisfied EC directives, it was controlled according to all the
European current directives, like: electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and low
tension (LVD).
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This apparatus was designed and manufactured in respect of the last safety
regulations and technical specifications.
Imported by Sotech International
" LE PERIPOLE " N°A-107
33, Avenue du Marechal de Lattre de Tassigny
94120 Fontenay sous-bois - France
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