15 Care & Cleaning 17 Guarantee SAGE RECOMMENDS ® SAFETY FIRS At Sage we are very safety conscious. ® We design and manufacture appliances with your safety foremost in mind. We also ask that you exercise a degree of care when using any electrical appliance and adhere to the following precautions.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE & SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE • A downloadable version of this document is also available at sageappliances.com • Remove and discard any packaging materials safely, before first use. • This appliance is for household use only. Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended purpose.
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• Always turn the appliance off when not in use. • Do not use the appliance if it becomes damaged in any way. If damaged and maintenance other than cleaning is required please contact Sage ® Customer Service or go to sageappliances.com •...
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batteries. Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity. • Use 4 x AA (1.5V alkaline) batteries only. Do not use rechargeable batteries. • Always remove the batteries if the Vacuum Pump will not be used for six (6) months or longer. •...
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• Different types of batteries, or new and used batteries, are not to be used together. • Do not use the appliance on a sink drain board. • Do not use the appliance for anything other than food and/or beverage preparation. •...
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Failing to follow ® this instruction may cause product malfunction, product damage or even pose safety risk. • For optional accessories authorised by Sage ® to be used on this product, please read all instructions supplied with the accessory in...
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The symbol shown indicates that this appliance should not be disposed of in normal household waste. It should be taken to a local authority waste collection centre designated for this purpose or to a dealer providing this service. For more information, please contact your local council office.
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To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the appliance in water or any liquid. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
Functions BEFORE FIRST USE Remove and safely discard any packaging material or promotional labels before using the attachment for the first time. 1. Open the battery compartment cover by twisting the Vacuum Pump housing to the right side while holding the Vacuum Pump Base.
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USING THE VACUUM PUMP Applying a vacuum pressure within the blender jug before blending green smoothies and vegetable dips can enhance flavours, change the texture and improves the overall taste experience. We do not recommend using the Vacuum Pump for all blending processes.
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4. Press the POWER Button to turn on the Vacuum Pump. The Vacuum Pump will automatically stop once a vacuum pressure is reached. 5. Remove the Vacuum Pump from the blender lid. 6. Operate blender as per manual. 7. Press the Vacuum Valve to release vacuum pressure from the blender jug.
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WARNING • Always wait until the Vacuum Pump has stopped before turning on the blender. Do not blend any ingredients while the Vacuum Pump is operating, as this could cause damage to the pump. • Do not use the Inner Cap with Vacuum Valve for non-vacuum blending.
Care & Cleaning INNER CAP WITH VACUUM VALVE • Can be cleaned in dishwasher. • For thorough cleaning remove the Vacuum Valve from Inner Cap for hand-cleaning. VACUUM PUMP • Always ensure the Vacuum Pump is kept clean after each use. •...
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STORAGE Store the Vacuum Pump on a flat, dry surface. Always remove the batteries if the Vacuum Pump will not be used for six months or longer. WARNING KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN Dispose of used batteries immediately and safely. If swallowed, they can be life-threatening.
Guarantee 2 YEAR LIMITED GUARANTEE Sage Appliances guarantees this product for domestic use in specified territories for 2 years from the date of purchase against defects caused by faulty workmanship and materials. During this guarantee period Sage Appliances will repair, replace, or refund any defective product (at the sole discretion of Sage Appliances).
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BRG Appliances Limited. Unit 3.2, Power Road Studios, 114 Power Road, London, W4 5PY Freephone (UK Landline): +44 (0)808 178 1650 | Mobile Calls (National Rate): 0333 0142 970 www.sageappliances.com Registered in England & Wales No. 8223512. Due to continued product improvement, the products illustrated or photographed in this document may vary slightly from the actual product.
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