VACMASTER SV1 Sous Vide Immersion Circulator User Manual

VACMASTER SV1 Sous Vide Immersion Circulator User Manual

Important Safeguards

For your safety, always follow these basic precautions when using a VacMaster® SV1 Immersion Circulator:

1.  Read all instructions carefully.
2. Use this circulator for only the intended use of food preparation.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. It is important to let circulator cool before handling.
4.  Do not let power cord touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of table or counter.
5. Do not operate this circulator with a damaged cord or plug. If it has been damaged, dropped, or malfunctions, return circulator to VacMaster for examination and / or repair.
6. Unplug from electrical outlet when not in use.
7.  To protect against the risk of electrical shock, submerse only the pump / stainless steel portion of this circulator in water. The maximum water depth is indicated on the stainless housing. If the circulator or power cord falls into water, immediately unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
8.  Do not use an extension cord with this circulator. Use grounded power sources only.
9.  To avoid the possibility of personal injury, always unplug the circulator from the electrical outlet before handling or cleaning.
10. For indoor use only. Do not use outdoors.

SIMPLE STEPS

Simple Steps to Sous Vide
Remove uncertainty from the kitchen and make preparing food as easy as pressing a button with sous vide! Sous vide is a unique process of cooking where the food is packaged under vacuum in a sealed bag, and then cooked at very low and consistent temperatures in a water bath. The idea behind sous vide is that food should be cooked at the exact temperature you want it to reach. Traditional cooking methods do not cook food evenly, either under cooking the middle or overcooking the outside. The low, controlled temperatures used in sous vide means that your food can’t be overcooked! Rather than pan cooking or microwaving your meat, try cooking it sous vide. Sous vide is perfect for meats, tenderizing and evenly cooking the entire piece for the perfect temperature, texture and doneness.

 FEATURES

1. Control Panel
2. Reset Switch (under cover)
3.  Water Level Indicator
4. Pump (inside)
5. Power Switch
6.  Cooling Fan (inside)
7.  Adjustable Up/Down
8.  Adjustable Clamp
9.  Heating Element (inside)

Control Panel

1. Water Temperature Display: Indicates the current water temperature.
2. Water Heating Icon and Display: Indicates water heating and preset temperature.
3.  Water Circulating Icon and Display: Indicates the water circulating and time count.
4. Temp Button: Press to increase or decrease the water temperature.
5. Time Button: Press to increase or decrease the cooking time.
6. °C/°F Button: Press to change the current water temperature display to either Celcius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).
7. Start Button: Press to begin heating and circulating the water. Once the water has reached the correct temperature, press again to start cooking timer.
8.  Stop Button: Press to stop the operation.

Operate the SV1

Please read all of the instructions before operating the SV1.

1. Select a water container:
   Select the water container in which you plan to cook. Make sure that the container will accommodate the SV1 in length, width and height, while also allowing enough space for your product. The SV1 heats and circulates up to 30 liters.
2. Attach the circulator to the water container:
   Position the SV1 on the side of your water container, using the adjustable clamp to secure the circulator in place. The clamp will adjust both up and down for height, as well as in and out for the width of the water container. Make sure the circulator is fastened firmly to the side of the container.
3. Fill the container with water:
   Fill the container with water, using the water level indicator on the SV1 as a guide. The water level should be between the MIN and MAX indicated on the front of the circulator.
4.  Plug the machine in, then turn the power on:
   Properly insert the electrical cord into a grounded electrical outlet, then press the power switch to the ON ( l ) position. The LCD display screen will light up once the power switch is turned ON.
5. Heat water:
   Press the Start button to begin heating the water. Once the set temperature is achieved, the SV1 will “beep” until the cooking timer is started.
6. Cook your food:
   Place pouch in water. Press the Start button to start the cooking timer. Upon completion of the cooking time, the SV1 will “beep”.

Note: Please follow all food safety guidelines outlined by the FDA when preparing sous vide.

Troubleshooting

The SV1 will not turn ON:

• Make sure the machine is properly plugged into a grounded outlet.
• Make sure the outlet is working.
•  Check the power cord for tears and frays. Do not use the machine if the power cord is damaged.
•  Make sure the power switch is turned ON. The LCD display screen will illuminate when the machine is turned on.

 The LCD display screen reads error code “E01”:

•  Make sure the water level is between the MIN and MAX shown on the SV1. The machine will alarm and power off if the water level drops below the MIN required for operation.

 The machine is plugged in and turned on, but circulator will not heat:

• Turn OFF power.
• Unplug electrical cord.
•  Open the plastic cover (using a flat head screwdriver or similar item) on the front of the machine and press the
  RESET button.
•  Plug unit into power supply.
•  Turn ON to test.

 There is a loud noise from pump and minimal or no circulation:

• Turn OFF power.
•  Unplug electrical cord.
• Remove circulator from water to remove possible air bubble.
•  Clean pump filter.

Cleaning & Storage

Always clean and dry your VacMaster® SV1 immersion circulator before storing. It is important to protect it from contact with objects or equipment that could damage the digital control panel.

 Routine Cleaning:

•  Turn circulator OFF and unplug from electrical outlet.
• Keeping the unit upright, wipe the housing clean and dry with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners.

 Cleaning Pump Filter:

•  To minimize water contaminants and scale from entering and damaging the circulating pump, the SV1 pump
  includes an easy-to-clean pump filter. Simply remove and clean with a soft brush, removing any lodged particles. DO NOT use abrasive pads or hard tools to remove trapped debris. Once clean, reinstall the pump filter. Inspect pump filter periodically.

Mineral or Water Scale Deposits:

•  Depending on the frequency of use and your water hardness, minerals and scale may build up on your circulator’s heater, pump and other components. If deposits are noticed or after 200 hours of use, use your water tank to run the circulator in either a 15% white vinegar in water solution or a 10% food safe calcium & lime remover in water solution at 80°C or 176°F for 3 hours or until minerals or scale is removed. Wipe clean and dry throughly when done.

ES Sous Vide Guidelines

• Follow all food safety regulations as outlined by the FDA at www.FDA.gov.
• Sous Vide Cooking Blog – www.sousvidecooking.org
• Society for the Culinary Arts & Letters Forums – http://forums.egullet.org

Limited Warranty

ARY, Inc. a distributor and manufacturer of vacuum packaging and other machines (collectively, the “Goods”), extends to the purchaser of the Goods a Limited One Year Warranty, from the receipt of the Goods, under terms and
conditions set out herein. All Goods sold by ARY, Inc. are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of delivery to purchaser. Defective material may be returned to ARY, Inc. after inspection by an agent of ARY, Inc. and upon receipt from ARY, Inc. of shipping instructions specific to the defective Goods authorized by ARY, Inc. to be returned. ARY, Inc. at its sole option, may either

1. replace or repair any defective materials and workmanship (and return the Goods to purchaser without charge),
2. refund the purchase price,
3. grant a reasonable allowance with the foregoing procedure.

REFERENCE LINK

https://www.vacmasterfresh.com/