1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INTRODUCTION 1.1. OPERATING CONDITIONS The machine has been designed for ambient temperature allowed is -5°C. use in a domestic environment at nor- Surrounding air should be clean; rela- mal room temperature. Do not use or tive humidity should not exceed 50% at store the machine in damp or humid conditions.
1.3. TIME INTERVALS FOR USING STATUS EV500 For the appliance to work proper- vacuum packing operation. This pre- ly allow 120 seconds between each vents the machine from overheating. 1.4. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING a.) Unplug the machine. Teflon. Remove any plastic residu- b.) Use a soft, damp cloth to clean es using a soft cloth.
• Storage in vacuum prevents mixing of odours in the www.status.si. refrigerator or freezer. STATUS EV500 is simple to use and efficient. You Products for extending freshness of foods also include will be able to store food in a completely natural and Status' vacuum containers, lids, stoppers and a jug, healthier way.
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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...
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Seal Button Initiation of the sealing process (without vacuum packing). You can use this to seal the open end of a roll. Vacuum Packing of Bags Button Initiation of vacuum packing and sealing process. The bag will first be vacuum packed and then automatically sealed. Start/Stop Initiation interruption vacuum packing process when storing sensitive foods. Vacuum Packing of Containers Button Vacuum packing of containers with Accessory Port and Hose.
Read the User Manual before you use the smooth surface with enough space for placing food machine for the first time. c.) STATUS EV500 is a professional machine with the into bags. 2.2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Use the machine according to the following gh, so repeat the procedure.
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WHEN THE BAG IS to be sealed free of grease. MADE, PLACE FOOD 2.2.3. WARNING: If the machine starts sucking liquid when IN IT AND VACUUM PACK an item is vacuum packed, interrupt the process im- mediately by pressing the Stop button (Item 2 in Figure The bag should be at least 5 cm longer than the space, 1).
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Stop button (Item 2 in Figure Basic equipment of EV500 also includes an Accessory 1). The pump stops immediately and the sealing Hose and Port used for vacuum packing of Status’ va- process begins. cuum containers and lids.
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b.) Remove the container by twisting it anticlockwise, and pulling out. c.) Drain liquid, clean the container, clean the filter 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).
It does not cover damage ca- used by liquid entering the machine or breakdown cau- For more information visit our website www.status.si. sed by failure to follow the manufacturers instructions. 5. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY b.) Regulation on electromagnetic compatibility (OJ of...
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Our recommendation is to use original vacuum not working anymore. bags from Status, which are 2 ply and 100/130 µ thick. Important note about vacuum bags: I’ve sealed several bags • Make sure you are using bags that are at least 100/130 µ thickness and 2 ply.
8. USEFUL ADVICE 8.1. WHAT IS VACUUM? Vacuum or negative pressure is removal of oxygen from important factor in the formation of moulds and a closed space, in our case from a bag or vacuum cani- bacteria. Oxygen pumping (vacuuming) from a closed ster. Reducing the oxygen level in the packaging lowers canister or bag prevents or slows down spoilage of food.
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9. COMPARATIVE STORAGE TABLES Source: Status' Development Dept. manufacturer 9.1. COMPARATIVE TABLE OF FOOD STORAGE IN THE REFRIGERATOR Type of food Regular storage Vacuum storage Boiled food 2 days 10 days Fresh meat 2 days 6 days Fresh poultry 2 days...
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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.
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The date of manufacture can be found on the warranty sheet which you received at purchase. 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 –...
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