Vesta Precision Imersa Tower User manual

Imersa Tower
User Manual
Precision Appliance Technology, Inc.
Website: www.vestaprecision.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION..................................................... 2
BENEFITS OF COOKING SOUS VIDE ..................................................... 3
OVERVIEW OF COOKING SOUS VIDE ................................................. 3
PRODUCT COMPONENTS..................................................................... 4
CONTROL PANEL................................................................................... 6
CONNECTING WI-FI .............................................................................. 9
COOKING SOUS VIDE......................................................................... 10
MAINTENANCE .................................................................................... 12
HOW TO DESCALE............................................................................... 14
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................ 15
TECHNICAL PARAMETERS................................................................... 16
LIMITED WARRANTY AND AFTER SALES SERVICE.............................. 17
Returns.............................................................................................. 17
Exchanges ....................................................................................... 17
Warranty Replacements................................................................ 18
Shipping Charges ........................................................................... 18
Damaged and Defective Items ................................................... 19
What Does This Limited Warranty Not Cover? ............................ 19

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
When using this electrical appliance, basic safety precautions
should always be followed including:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Operate the appliance indoors only on a dry, stable, hard
surface.
3. Connect to a grounded outlet of the correct rating only.
4. Do not use the appliance near a heat source, on a hot surface,
or in wet conditions.
5. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the upper
portion of the appliance in water or other liquid.
6. Do not use the appliance with water above the MAX line or
below the MIN line.
7. Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before removing
from the water bath or when not in use or before cleaning.
8. Always unplug the appliance using the plug and never pull on
the cord.
9. Do not operate the appliance if the cord or plug are
damaged.
10. Do not operate the appliance if it malfunctions or is damaged.
11. Children should not use this appliance. When in use around
children, close supervision by an adult is necessary and the
appliance should be kept out of their reach.
12. This appliance is not intended for use by people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or who lack experience
with cooking appliances.
13. Do not use an extension cord with this product.
14. Use caution as the metal parts of the appliance will become
hot and could cause injury.
15. Use this appliance for its intended use only.

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BENEFITS OF COOKING SOUS VIDE
Developed in France in the 1970s, sous vide is a culinary technique
in which food is vacuum-sealed and cooked in a water bath at a
consistent low temperature for an extended period of time. Ideal
for families with busy schedules and health-conscious lifestyles,
sous vide cooking delivers easy meal solutions that make
dinnertime virtually foolproof. Cooking sous vide provides
consistent results for cooking proteins, fruit and vegetables, grains
and starches, as well as desserts, sauces, and infusions.
OVERVIEW OF COOKING SOUS VIDE
There are several elements needed for successfully cooking sous
vide. First, determine the temperature and time required for
cooking your food item. The Vesta app has a wealth of time and
temperature values for many ingredients. Second, season and
vacuum seal the food item. Seasoning the ingredient before
vacuum sealing optimizes the flavor. Third, place the vacuum
sealed food item into the pre-heated water bath for the specified
amount of time. From the temperature and time information,
determine when you want to eat and then go about your day.

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PRODUCT COMPONENTS
1. Control Panel 2. Quick Screw
3. Main Body 4. Water Inlet
5. Pump Outlet
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6. Handle 7. Vents
8. Quick Screw 9. Screw Clamp
10. Water Inlet
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CONTROL PANEL
1. Power Button
When plugged in, all buttons and indicators will flash for 2 seconds
before the device enters power saving mode (with only the
“Power” button illuminated).
When the device is in power saving mode, press the “Power”
button to activate standby mode. When in standby mode, the
large numeric display shows the last water temperature set and
the small numeric display shows the last time. Pressing the “Power”
button again will enable the power saving mode.
2. Temperature Scale Selection Button (°C/°F)
Press the “°C/°F” button to toggle between Celsius and Fahrenheit
temperature measurements.

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3. Temperature and Timer Selection Button (Temp/Time)
Press the “Temp/Time” button to toggle between setting
temperature or time. When pressed once, the temperature
display blinks and pressing “+” or “–“ sets the target temperature.
When pressed a second time, the timer display blinks and pressing
the “+” or “-“ sets the target time.
After approximately 10 seconds with no change to the selected
option made, the device will exit the temperature/timer setting
mode. Press Temp/Time again to enter the setting mode.
Press and hold the “Temp/Time” button for 3 seconds to show the
currently set temperature and time.
4. Start/Stop Button
When in standby mode, press the “Start/Stop” button once to start
the heater and pump to pre-heat the water bath to the desired
temperature.
When the desired temperature is reached, the device will beep
three times. To start cooking, place the vacuum sealed item(s) into
the water bath and press the “Start/Stop” button to start the timer.
The timer will begin counting down to 00:00 and the flame icon will
still be illuminated to show the unit is actively maintaining the
desired temperature.
When the timer runs down to 00:00 and beeps or when finished
cooking, press the “Start/Stop” button to stop the device. The
timer will stop, and the flame icon will no longer be illuminated.

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5. Temperature and Timer Adjusting Buttons (-+)
Press the “Temp/Time” to select which value to set, then press “+”
or “-” to adjust to the target temperature or time.
6. Current Temperature Display (Upper)
7. Target Temperature Display (Lower)
8. Timer Display
When in standby mode, the target time is displayed.
When the device is active, the remaining time on the timer is
displayed.
9. Wireless icon
The wireless icon illuminates when the device is connected to the
wireless network.
10. Flame icon
The flame icon pulses when the device is heating to or maintaining
the desired temperature.
11. Fan icon
The fan icon rotates when the device is heating to or maintaining
the desired temperature.

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CONNECTING WI-FI
Before connecting to your wi-fi network…
1. Be sure to have the Vesta app installed from either Google
Playstore for Android or Apple AppStore for Apple/iOS phones.
2. Connect to your 2.4 GHz network and have the SSID and
network password available.
3. Open the Vesta app and register or login to your account.
4. Plug in the Imersa Tower and press the Power button to switch
to standby mode.
While logged in to the app with the Imersa Tower in standby
mode…
1. Select “Manage Devices” or “Connect Devices” from the
lower right-hand corner of the app.
2. Click the “+” to add a new device.
3. Select the SSID in use (the app will populate it by default) for
the 2.4 GHz wireless network and enter the password before
pressing “Next”.
4. When prompted, press and hold the “°C/°F” and “Start/Stop”
buttons until the Wireless icon on the Control Panel begins to
flash.
5. Click “Next” in the app to begin the pairing process.
6. Keep the phone and the device in proximity to each other until
the pairing process is complete, approximately 15 to 60
seconds.
7. If the pairing process fails, check that the phone is connected
to a 2.4 GHz network, verify the password is correct, and keep
the phone and device in close proximity before trying a
second time. Additional troubleshooting tips are available in
the Troubleshooting section.

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COOKING SOUS VIDE
1. Select an appropriate sized container and fit the Imersa Tower
to the side.
a) Secure the device to the side of the container by pressing
the Control Panel Release button (Product Component
④) to rotate the Control Panel up (open the gap
between it and the main body).
b) Insert the device into the container placing the control
panel outside the container.
c) Press the Control Panel down to clamp against the outside
of the container.
2. Add water to the container, to a level above the MIN line and
below the MAX line on the back of the device. NOTE: Take into
consideration the displacement of the food items to be
cooked.
3. Set the container on a suitable heat protection mat (cork, etc.)
and plug in the device. The Control Panel display will illuminate
for 2 seconds and beep before entering power saving mode
4. Press the Power button to enter Stand By mode.
5. Press "°C/°F" to select the temperature display unit for the
device. The initial default is °C. The selected value will be
stored in memory for the next time you turn on the device.
6. Click “Temp/Time” to set the temperature. While the
Temperature value is flashing, adjust the value with the “+” and
“-” keys.
7. Click “Temp/Time” to set the timer. While the Timer is flashing,
adjust the value with the “+” and “-” keys.
8. After the temperature and timer settings are complete, click
“Start/Stop” to start heating cycle. The Flames icon will pulsate
while the heater and pump are active.

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9. When the water reaches the target temperature, the device
will beep for 3 times. Place the vacuum-packed food into the
water.
10. Press the “Start/Stop” button to start the timer. The Flames icon
will continue to glow signifying the heater and pump are
running.
11. When the timer reaches 00:00, the machine will beep to notify
you that the food is cooked. Press "Start/Stop" to stop the pump
and heater. NOTE: If there is no action taken after the timer
reaches 00:00, the device will maintain the set temperature.
12. Remove the food item from the water bath and finish
preparing the dish as desired.
13. When finished using the device, press the Power button to
enter power saving mode and unplug the device. Allow it to
cool before draining, drying, and storing.

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MAINTENANCE
To avoid possible injury from hot surfaces, please power off the
appliance and allow it to cool down before performing any
maintenance.
1. Place the device vertically after cleaning to allow it to drain
completely, do not place it horizontally or upside down.
2. Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads to clean the
machine to avoid scratching the surface.
3. Clean the outside of the machine with a soft, damp cloth or
sponge, using mild dish soap and warm water when necessary.
4. Dry the machine gently, but thoroughly, with a soft, clean
cloth.
5. When disassembled, take care cleaning the components
inside the device. If you believe damage has occurred,
contact Vesta Customer Care. Do not attempt unauthorized
repairs. See steps on disassembly below.
6. Depending on the hardness or softness of your water,
descaling the device may be necessary. If you notice a
decrease in the pump flow, please follow the steps outlined in
How to Descale.

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How to Disassemble
1. Loosen two knobs on each side.
Undo each side
2. Carefully slide the stainless steel housing down to expose the
pump, heating coil, and temperature probes.
3. Clean any scale and build up from the exposed components
with a mild detergent and soft sponge or brush. Rinse well with
clean water.
4. Reassembly is the reverse of disassembly.

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HOW TO DESCALE
Dissolved minerals in water can adhere to the metal components
inside your Imersa Tower and over time will adversely impact its
performance. Periodic cleaning and descaling will keep your
device in top working order.
1. Fill a container with 75% water/25% vinegar mixture up to the
“MAX” line of the machine.
2. Turn on the device, set the working temperature to 80°C/(176°
F), set the timer to 3 hours (03:00), and click “Start/Stop”. When
the target temperature is reached, press ‘Start/Stop” to start
the timer.
3. When the timer reaches 00:00, stop the device and power it
down. Unplug it from the outlet and allow it to cool.
4. Drain the container and rinse the device in clean water.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Error Code Cause Troubleshooting Steps
E01
The water level is
lower than the
Minimum level or
higher than the
Maximum level
If the water level is too low,
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dd the appropriate
amount of water to the
container. If the water level is
too high, remove some
water from the container.
E02
Possible
obstruction of the
water inlets or
pump.
Verify the water inlets are
unobstructed. If the error
persists, contact Vesta
Customer Care.
LP
Loss of power
during operation
Follow safe food guidelines
on handling any food items
impacted by this condition
** If any other problems or errors occur, please contact Vesta
Customer Care. Do not attempt unauthorized repairs.

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TECHNICAL PARAMETERS
Rated voltage: 110-120 V~ / 220-240 V~
Rated frequency: 60HZ / 50HZ
Rated power: 1800 W / 2300 W
Temperature Range: 5 - 95 °C / 41 - 203 °F
Time Range: 5 min to 99 hours
Accuracy: ±.1 °F
Size: 2.9x4.8x13.5 in (73x122x344mm)
Weight: 1.7 lb. / .79 kg

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND AFTER SALES SERVICE
Returns
If you are not fully satisfied, our products come backed with a 30
day, no questions asked, money-back guarantee. To be eligible
for a full refund, you must:
•Have purchased your product in the last 30 days directly
from Vesta Precision
•Have the original order number or email that was used
during your purchase
•Email your request for your return and full refund
Full refunds can only be provided within 30 days of purchase
directly from Vesta Precision. Devices purchased through resellers,
retail partners, or other websites are not eligible for a return and
full refund. Please consult their return policies for more information.
We cannot provide a full refund for any damaged devices not
covered under our limited warranty.
Exchanges
We provide products with a few different options. Retail
exchanges are eligible within 30 days of original date of purchase.
To be eligible for an exchange, you must:
•Have purchased your product in the last 30 days directly
from the Vesta Precision
•Have the original order number or email that was used
during your purchase
•Email us to request an exchange

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Retail exchanges can only be provided within 30 days of purchase
directly from Vesta Precision. Products purchased through
resellers, retail partners, or other websites are not eligible for a retail
exchange. Please consult their exchange policies for more
information. We cannot provide a retail exchange for any
damaged devices not covered under our limited warranty.
Warranty Replacements
Our products come with a 2-year limited warranty. Warranty
replacements are eligible within 2 years of original date of
purchase. To be eligible for a warranty replacement, you must:
•Have purchased the product within the last 2 years
•Have the original order number or email that was used
during your purchase. If purchased through a reseller, retail
partner, or other website, you must provide a copy of your
original receipt
•Email us to request warranty service
Warranty replacements can only be provided within 2 years of
original purchase date. We cannot provide a warranty
replacement for any damaged devices not covered under our
limited warranty.
Shipping Charges
Shipping charges incurred in connection with the return,
exchange, or warranty replacement are paid for by Vesta via
prepaid waybill issued by the support team.

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Damaged and Defective Items
If you received a damaged or defective product, notify us
immediately for assistance via phone, email, or web support.
Please note that if we do not have an exact replacement for your
unit, we will replace it with a similar unit of equal or greater value.
What Does This Limited Warranty Not Cover?
This limited warranty does not cover damages directly or indirectly
arising or resulting from or during
•non-intended use of the product for any purpose not
described in the user manual, and
•non-intended use with another product or other damage
or loss suffered by such use or in combination with any
other item
•accident, misuse, abuse, vandalism, power surges or acts
of God (including lightning and other weather conditions)
•improper or inadequate maintenance
•unauthorized disassembly or modification
•repairs by an unauthorized service technician
WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR AND THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES
NOT EXTEND TO ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING
TO THE UNIT. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation may not apply to you. This limited warranty is not
transferable and is limited to the original purchaser.