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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. GENERAL ..........................4 1.1. Revisions ........................4 1.2. Warnings ........................4 1.3. Waste management ....................... 5 1.4. Authorized technician ..................... 5 2. SPECIFICATIONS AND INSTALLATION ................6 2.1. Dimensions ........................6 2.2. Certifications ........................6 2.3. Electrical specifications ....................6 2.4.
  • Page 4 3.5.4.1. Program identification ..................16 3.5.4.2. Vacuum level by sensor .................. 17 3.5.4.3. Vacuum plus ....................17 3.5.4.4. Sealing time ..................... 18 3.5.5. Running a vacuum cycle ..................18 3.5.6. Diagnostic menu ....................19 3.5.7. Menus structure ..................... 19 3.5.7.1. Function mode ....................19 3.5.7.2.

  • Page 5: General

    1. GENERAL 1.1. Revisions Revision Date Modifications 14-05-2020 Original manual 1.2. Warnings • Clear the work area of any potential This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could source of danger such as electrical wires, endanger the personal safety and/or buckets, knives, etc.

  • Page 6: Waste Management

    1.3. Waste management • Use proper containers when draining the • Prior to disposal, determine the proper oil. Do not use food or beverage method to dispose of waste from your containers that may mislead someone into local office of Environmental Protection drinking from them.

  • Page 7: Specifications And Installation

    2. SPECIFICATIONS AND INSTALLATION 2.1. Dimensions Hauteur Depth Width Package (wood) 25" (635 mm) 32" (815 mm) 29" (740 mm) Appliance 17" (430 mm) 20.7" (525 mm) 17.2" (435 mm) Chamber area 4" (100 mm) 13.1" (335 mm) 12.5" (315 mm) 2.2.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    2.4. Specifications Built in stainless steel with clear lid Pouch cut-off Soft-air that allow a slow return to atmospheric pressure 8m³ pump Microprocessor Precision vacuum sensor Shims to adjust product height Silencer that reduce noise when returning at atmospheric pressure 2.5.

  • Page 9: Options

    Allow to place the product in the optimal angle every time, ideal for liquids. Product code: SMAAK_JAB_FILLER 2- JAB CART: Allow you to easily carry your appliance around while offering a work area at the ideal height. Product code: SMAAK_JAB_CART 3- JAB MAINTENANCE KIT: Everything you need to perform preventive maintenance on your appliance.

  • Page 10: Operating Instructions

    3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.1. Optimal use In order to optimize the efficiency of your appliance, please read the following advices carefully. Choosing the proper location to install your appliance is really important to maximize the output you can get from it. Take care of anticipating the area required to place the product to be packaged, the packaged product and the supplies (pouch) required beside the area required for the appliance itself.

  • Page 11: Solids Of Minimal Thickness

    3.3.1. Solids of minimal thickness Using two superposed shims is strongly recommended when dealing with thin products. This facilitate the pouch manipulation while filling the extra space in the vacuum chamber, reducing the required amount of time to get a proper vacuum level. 3.3.2.

  • Page 12: Liquids Or Solids With Liquids

    3.3.4. Liquids or solids with liquids Packaging using the inclined shim SMAAK JAB FILLER with or without an extra shim is strongly recommended. 3.4. Product particularities Depending on the product to be packaged, being meat, soup, sauce or anything else, some particularities will influence the method used to get a proper vacuum.

  • Page 13: Packaging Liquids

    3.4.2. Packaging liquids This appliance can be used to package liquids like soups and sauces, but in order to preserve your product quality, you must take care of not boiling it inside the vacuum chamber. It is really important to know that the boiling point of a liquid varies depending on the pressure around it.

  • Page 14: Products To Avoid And Products That Require Special Treatment

    3.4.1. Products to avoid and products that require special treatment Some products should not be vacuum packed at all to prevent botulism and other similar sicknesses. Those sicknesses are caused by anaerobic bacteria, which means that the thrive in an environment without air. These products should never be vacuum packed.

  • Page 15: Vacuum Packing

    (ex: a funnel). For a liquid, use the inclined SMAAK JAB FILLER accessory to keep the liquid level below the seal bar. The pouch must be laid flat without wrinkles.

  • Page 16: Basics

    3.5.2. Basics Tactile membrane Use the power key to turn the appliance ON and OFF. Once the appliance is turned on, the ident of the last program used is displayed on the display. To turn off the appliance, first turn off the appliance using the power key, and then remove the power cord from the wall outlet.

  • Page 17: Function Mode

    3.5.3. Function mode 3.5.3.1. Program creation When creating a program, the edition mode of the program is automatically accessed, starting by the program name selection. The initial identification “Pxx NO NAME” is given to the program and all parameters are set to 0. Program number is set automatically.

  • Page 18: Vacuum Level By Sensor

    3.5.4.2. Vacuum level by sensor For a selected program, set the desired vacuum level, in percent. The decimal point is set between the second and third characters. The entry validation is done once the third character is set and the value is rounded down to the closest 0.5% value.

  • Page 19: Sealing Time

    3.5.4.4. Sealing time For a selected program, set the sealing time to the desired value in seconds. The decimal point is set between the first and second characters. The entry validation is done once the third character is set and the value is rounded down to the closest 0.05 value.

  • Page 20: Diagnostic Menu

    While running a cycle, it is possible to edit a program. First press the 1 key to skip the vacuum process and go to the sealing process, then press the key to access the program edition to modify it. The new program will not be active until the next cycle.

  • Page 21: Return To Atmospheric Pressure Speed Adjustment (Soft Air)

    SYSTEM MONITOR: System monitor SOFTWARE: R x.xx: Software version WORK HRS: xxxxx: Running hours counter CYCLES: xxxxxxx: Amount of cycles counter since the beginning 3.6. Return to atmospheric pressure speed adjustment (soft air) To protect delicate products or for products with sharp edges, it might be necessary to adjust the speed at which the air is let back into the vacuum chamber.

  • Page 22: Daily Maintenance

    4. DAILY MAINTENANCE 4.1. Cleaning For proper hygiene, it is imperative to clean the vacuum chamber, shims and inclined shims daily. Make sure to clean the lid seal thoroughly to get a proper seal. Also make sure to clean the seal bars and bellows to obtain the best result possible, to do so you must disconnect the power connectors and remove the seal bars.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    5. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) The lib is in the low position (closed) when starting the Raise the lid and wait The error « COVER DOWN appliance ERROR » is displayed The signal coming from the lid Check the switch adjustment position switch was lost during a Replace the switch cycle.
  • Page 24 PROBLEM CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Let the product cool down before packaging The product is too hot Lower the required vacuum level (Ex: Sauce) and add some time to the Vacuum The appliance can’t reach the plus setting required vacuum level (boiling If possible, freeze the product product) before packing...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    6. MAINTENANCE 6.1. Maintenance schedule The advanced maintenance on this appliance should be done by a local service technician in order to keep your appliance in a perfect operating shape. Your appliance maintenance schedule Tasks Owner Tech. Period ✓ Clean the appliance Daily ✓...

  • Page 26: Vacuum Pump

    6.2. Vacuum pump 6.2.1. Parts identification 3- Oil level glass sight 4- Oil fill plug 5- Air exhaust 6- Air exhaust filter cover (Air exhaust filter is located behind it) 7- Drain plug 6.2.2. Oil change 6.2.2.1. Draining the oil For draining the oil please follow these steps (Refer to section 6.2.1 for part identification): 5- Run the pump until normal operating temperature is reached, the oil...

  • Page 27: Filling Up The Vacuum Pump

    15- Unscrew the drain plug again (5) 16- Drain the rest of the oil 17- Inspect the drain plug seal for any sign of wear or damage, replace if needed 18- Firmly screw the drain plug back in place (5) 19- Dispose of the used oil appropriately and following local regulations 6.2.2.2.

  • Page 28: Seal Bars

    6.3. Seal bars 6.3.1. Parts identification 1- Teflon™ tape 2- Lower seal bar 3- Upper seal bar (lid) 4- Power connector 5- Cut-off element 6- Sealing element 7- Cut-off element set screw 8- Sealing element set screw 9- Elements excess length 10- Silicone strip 6.3.2.

  • Page 29: Replacing The Elements

    6.3.3. Replacing the elements For replacing the elements, please follow these steps (Refer to section 6.3.16.2.1 for part identification): 1- Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet 2- Remove the Teflon™ tape (1) 3- Using long-nose pliers, straightened the element excess at each end of the seal bar (9) 4- Take note of the order of the elements on the seal bar, make sure to distinguish the seal and cut-off elements.
  • Page 30 13- Cut the Teflon™ tape to the needed length (1) 14- Put the Teflon™ tape in place making sure to have it properly centered 15- Put the clear tape in place on each side of the seal bar to seal the Teflon™ tape, making sure to cut it around the nuts as required (1) Note: This is easier to do outside of the appliance, it is strongly recommended to remove the lower seal bar to carry out these steps.

  • Page 31: Sales Conditions And Warranty

    7. SALES CONDITIONS AND WARRANTY Orders - Acceptance of our proposals implies acceptance without reserve of these present Conditions of Sale prevail nevertheless upon any contrary stipulations that may appear on the Buyer's order forms, general conditions of purchase or any other document originating from the Buyer.

  • Page 32: Appendix

    8. APPENDIX 8.1. Electrical schematics Owner’s manual...
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  • Page 35 NOTE 106-00201 VALVE 2WAY 24V 1/2'' NPT60HZ (SMC) 1.000 UN 106-00701 VALVE 3WAY 24VAC 1/4'' NPT WITH BRACKET (SMC) 1.000 UN 033-0009 MEMBRANE SMAAK 1.000 UN MEMBRANE 032-0510 PRESSURE TRANSDUCER 0-15 PSIA 1.000 UN VACUUM SENSOR 039-0230 REFLEX BAND ELEMENT 2.5MM 0.380 M...

  • Page 36: Pneumatical Schematics

    8.2. Pneumatical schematics Owner’s manual...

  • Page 37: Mechanical Schematics

    8.3. Mechanical schematics Owner’s manual...
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  • Page 44 CONTACT INFORMATION sales@smaakstore.com • 819 395-5151 1-855-395-5252 819 395-5343 smaakstore.com 2555 Alfred-Nobel, Drummondville (QC) Canada J2A 0L5...

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