Sous Vide Stick 58905 - Steamer UNOLD - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Immersion Sous Vide Cooker
Brand	Unold
Model	Sous Vide Stick 58905
Category	Steam Cooker
Dimensions (L x W x H)	30 x 8 x 8 cm
Weight	1.2 kg
Power	220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 1000 W
Temperature range	25 °C to 95 °C
Temperature accuracy	±0.1 °C
Maximum tank capacity	20 liters
Main functions	Precise temperature maintenance, water circulation, cooking end alarm, timer
Body material	Stainless steel and food-grade plastic
Cable length	1.2 m
Fixation type	Clamp for container edge
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean the heating element with a damp cloth; descale regularly with white vinegar
Safety	Automatic shut-off in case of insufficient water level, overheat protection, double electrical insulation
Spare parts and repairability	Spare parts available via Unold after-sales service; repairable by a professional
Warranty	2 years
Package contents	Sous vide stick, fixation kit, quick start guide

Frequently Asked Questions - Sous Vide Stick 58905 UNOLD

How to use the Sous Vide Stick 58905?

Attach the stick to the edge of a water-filled container, immerse the heating element in water, plug in the appliance, set the desired temperature and time, then place your vacuum-sealed food in a bag and submerge it in the water.

What temperature for a rare steak?

For a rare steak, set the temperature to 54 °C. Cook for 1 to 2 hours depending on thickness. Finish with a quick sear in a pan for the crust.

Can I cook vegetables with this appliance?

Yes, vegetables are well suited for sous vide cooking. Set the temperature between 85 °C and 90 °C for firm vegetables, or lower if you want them softer.

How to clean the Sous Vide Stick?

Unplug the appliance and let it cool down. Wipe the heating element with a damp cloth. For descaling, heat a mixture of water and white vinegar (50/50) for 30 minutes, then rinse.

What to do if the appliance does not heat?

Check that the water level is sufficient (between the MIN and MAX marks). Make sure the appliance is properly plugged in. If the problem persists, contact customer service.

What containers can I use?

Use a container made of stainless steel, plastic, or heat-resistant glass, with a maximum capacity of 20 liters. Avoid aluminum or copper containers.

How long can I leave the appliance on?

The appliance can run continuously for long periods, up to 99 hours on the timer. Make sure the water does not evaporate completely.

Is it safe to leave the appliance unattended?

Yes, the appliance is equipped with overheat protection and automatic shut-off in case of water shortage. However, it is recommended not to leave the appliance unattended for very long periods.

Can I use reusable vacuum bags?

Yes, you can use reusable vacuum bags made of silicone or BPA-free plastic. Make sure they are suitable for sous vide cooking and seal tightly.

Where can I find spare parts?

Spare parts (gasket, clip, etc.) are available on the official Unold website or by contacting their customer service. Keep your proof of purchase for warranty.

USER MANUAL Sous Vide Stick 58905 UNOLD

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SOUS VIDE STICK

Bedienungsanleitung

Instructions for use I Notice d'utilisation Gebruiksaanwijzing I Istruzioni per l'uso Instrucciones de uso I Návod k obsluze Instrukcja obsługi

Modell 58905

Impressum:

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UNOLD®

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INHALTSVERZEICHNIS

Instructions for use Model 58905

Technical Specifications....20

Explanation of symbols....20

For your safety....20

What is sous vide? 23

Before using the appliance the first time....23

Operation....24

Cleaning and care....25

Descaling....26

Table of cooking times....26

Troubleshooting....27

Guarantee Conditions....28

Waste Disposal /

Environmental Protection 28

Service 19

1 Operating element with display
2 ON/OFF switch
3 Selection button °C/F
4 Temperature controller
5 Heating stick
6 Fixing clamp

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This appliance complies with the European Directives for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) 2004/108/EC and its revisions, as well as Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC and its revisions.

This appliance complies with the WEEE-Directive 2002/96/EC on the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).

The warranty period for this product is 24 months

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SCHWEIZ

MENAGROS AG

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CH 9517 Mettlen

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Telefax [phone]

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Internet www.bamix.ch

POLEN

Quadra-Net

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61-248 Poznań

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TSCHECHIEN

befree.cz s.r.o.

Škroupova 150

537 01 Chrudim

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Power: 1,300 watts, 220–240 V\~, 50/60 Hz

Dimensions: Approx. 36.7 x 13.5 x 8.8 cm (L/W/H)

Power cord: Approx. 1.5 m

Weight: Approx. 1.1 kg

Material: Plastic, stainless steel

Features: Illuminated display with Celsius and Fahrenheit, adjustable temperature, accuracy of the temperature display +/- 0.5°C

Accessories: Operating instructions

Equipment features, technology, colours and design are subject to change without notice. Errors and omissions excepted

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

This symbol denotes a possible hazard which could cause injury or damage to the appliance.

This symbol indicates a potential burning hazard. Please be especially careful at all times here.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Please read the following instructions and keep them on hand for later reference.

Instructions for persons in the household

1. The appliance can be used by children 8 years and older and by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities or with lack of experience or limited knowledge, if they are supervised by a person who is responsible for their safety or they have been instructed with regard to safe use of the appliance and have understood

the dangers that can result from use of the appliance. The appliance is not a toy. Children should only clean and maintain the appliance under supervision.

1. Children under the age of 3 should stay away from the appliance or they must be under constant supervision.

2. Children between 3 and 8 years of age should neither connect or operate the appliance, nor should they clean or maintain the appliance.

3. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Electrical safety

1. Connect the appliance only to an AC power supply with voltage as specified on the rating plate.
2. Do not connect the appliance to an extension cord.
3. Only use the appliance indoors.
4. This appliance must not be operated with an external timer or a remote control system.
5. After use, before cleaning or if there are faults during operation, always unplug the mains plug.
6. The power cord must be protected against moisture.
7. Never immerse the control element of the appliance in liquids.
8. Only the heating rod (stick) of the appliance can be immersed in water. The control element and the power cord must always be kept away from water.

9. If the appliance should fall completely into the pot filled with water, or if the control element gets wet, immediately unplug the plug from the electrical outlet and have our customer service department test it before using it again, otherwise there is danger of electric shock.

10. The appliance is intended for household use only, or for similar areas of use, such as, ■ kitchenettes in businesses, offices or other workplaces, ■ agricultural enterprises, ■ for use by guests in hotels, motels or other lodgings, ■ in private guest houses or holiday homes.

11. The appliance is not dishwasher safe.
12. For safety reasons, never place or operate the appliance on or in the vicinity of hot surfaces.
13. Carefully and completely unwind the cable before use.
14. The power cord must not hang down over the edge of the work surface.
15. Ensure that the power cord does not rest on the hot appliance.
16. Never leave the appliance unattended when the mains plug is plugged in.
17. Check the plug and the power cord regularly for wear or damage. If the power cord or other parts are damaged, send the appliance to our customer service department for inspection and repair. Unauthorised repairs can result in serious risks for the user and void the warranty.

Instructions for set-up and safe use of the appliance

1. Place the appliance on a free, level and heat-resistant surface.

2. Ensure that the appliance does not come into contact with hot surfaces.

3. The appliance must only be used to heat water. Other fluids can damage the appliance.
4. Comply with the maximum and minimum fill levels to prevent appliance damage.
5. Hygiene is particularly important for sous vide cooking. Consequently, comply with all basic instructions for safe processing of food and comply with the temperature instructions, cooking times and recommendations for further processing.
6. During and after operation only touch the appliance on the handle – danger of burn injuries!

7. Always unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet before cleaning, moving or putting it away for storage.

8. Allow the appliance to cool before cleaning it, touching it or putting it away for storage.

9. The heated water can cause burn injuries – use pot-holders to move the pot and heat-resistant tongs, or similar items for the food in the pot.
10. For safety reasons, never cover the appliance with foil, cloths, etc. when it is in operation.
11. Do not put the appliance away for storage when it is still hot.
12. Donot operate the appliance in the vicinity of other heat sources, such as gas stoves, or inside of other appliances, such as electric ovens.
13. Never operate the appliance with accessories of other appliances.

CAUTION:

The appliance is very hot during and after operation! Likewise, the heated water is very hot – danger of burn injuries! Only touch the food in the pot with tongs!

Never open the housing of the appliance. This can result in electric shock. Never completely immerse the appliance in water!

The manufacturer will not be liable in the event of incorrect assembly, improper or incorrect use or if repairs are carried out by unauthorized third parties.

WHAT IS SOUS VIDE?

Food, such as meat, fish or vegetables vacuum-sealed in a bag is gently cooked at relatively low, constant temperatures under 100^ C over a longer period of time. With sous vide cooking temperature and cooking time are precisely controlled so that overcooking is basically no longer possible. Thanks to the bags that are used fluid cannot escape; meat particularly cooks in its own juices and hardly loses any weight. Food prepared in this manner retains its full flavour.

Temperatures in the range between 55^ C and 65^ C are ideal. At 62^ C the cooked food is pasteurised. However, for pasteurisation the desired effect (killing off microorganisms) is only achieved through the right combination of time and temperature. Food that is cooked in the sous vide process and then stored, must be placed in ice water and cooled immediately after it is cooked. Thereafter the bag can either be frozen or stored for several days in the refrigerator at a temperature below 3^ C. In this regard, please see the appropriate recipes and recommendations for the individual dishes.

If sensitive persons or persons at risk (immuno-compromised individuals, pregnant women, small children, etc.) will eat the prepared food, always ensure that the food has been heated for an adequate period of time and at as high a temperature as possible. This is the only way to ensure that any existing germs have been killed off.

When choosing the vacuum bags, note that they must be suitable for heating as well as freezing, to avoid damaging the bag.

Extensive literature regarding sous vide is available, on the Internet you can also find many video instructions and informative websites. We recommend that you first spend some time familiarising yourself with the details and then with patience and fun implement the knowledge you have acquired in practice.

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE THE FIRST TIME

1. Remove all packaging materials and any transport safeguards. Keep packaging materials away from children – danger of suffocation!

2. Clean the appliance to remove any production residues.

OPERATION

Caution: Use minimal amounts of spices and herbs to season your food. Certain herbs or aromatic plants, such as rosemary or garlic give off a very intense taste that is reinforced through the sous vide cooking method. Note: Certain types of green vegetables can turn brown through sous vide cooking, this includes broccoli and green asparagus.

If you want to put several vacuum bags in the pot at the same time, mark the bags beforehand with a waterproof marker. Thus, you will always know which foods are in which bags, and you can precisely comply with the cooking time required for each food. The appliance can heat up to 20 liters of water.

1. Fill the pot with tap water. The water should be lukewarm to achieve an ideal result. In this regard, pay attention to Minimum indicator and the Maximum indicator on the front of the appliance. The water level should

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be precisely between the two indicators. When placing the food in the pot, the water level will increase, please keep this in mind when filling the pot with water.

1. Open the fixing clamp by pressing it. Fasten the appliance on the pot; the wall of the pot must be between the appliance and fixing clamp. This ensures that the appliance is fastened and cannot tip over. If the pot height is sufficient to fix the appliance in place with the clamp, you can simply place the appliance in the pot. However, in so doing, always ensure that it cannot fall over.

2. Plug the mains plug of the appliance into an electrical outlet (220–240 V \~ 50/60 Hz).

1. Press the ON/OFF switch on the operating display and keep it depressed for at least five seconds. In the upper right the display shows the set temperature, below it shows the actually measured temperature.

2. Tip: Press the button to change between Celsius and Fahrenheit temperature display as needed.

3. Use the temperature regulator to set the desired temperature. The maximum temperature that can be set is 95^ C or 203^ F.

1. Press the ON/OFF switch again. The appliance will start to circulate and heat the water.

2. Caution: The water evaporates through the heating process. The appliance is equipped with a safety function that automatically switches it off if the water level is too low. In this case add water and switch on the appliance again.

3. When the water has reached the temperature you have set, place the vacuum-sealed food in the

pot. Ensure that the bags are always surrounded by water.

1. As soon as the cooking time of each food has elapsed, remove the bags. Switch off the appliance when the cooking process has been completely concluded, by pressing the ON/OFF button for five seconds.

2. To detach the appliance from the pot, press the fixing clamp and carefully lift out the appliance.

After cooking

1. After the cooking process, pieces of meat or fish can be seared briefly to obtain the typical roasted flavour through the so-called Maillard reaction. Take the pieces of meat or fish out of the bag and sear them briefly at the highest possible temperature for a maximum of one minute. In professio-

nal kitchens, to do this the meat is often brushed with a little oil and seared with a butane gas burner.

1. Alternatively you can immediately cool the bags in ice water and then store them in the refrigerator or freezer compartment at a temperature under 3^ C. To thaw, warm up food in the closed vacuum bag, at a temperature of at least 55^ C and then immediately serve the food, or if desired, first sear it as described in point 12.

CAUTION:

The appliance is very hot during and after operation!

CLEANING AND CARE

Before cleaning or maintenance, switch off the appliance and unplug it from the electrical outlet. Wait until the appliance has completely cooled.

Never completely immerse the appliance in water!

1. Do not – under any circumstances – use scouring pads or similar cleaning tools. Do not use any abrasive scouring agents, steel wool, metal objects, hot cleaning agents or disinfectants, since these items can damage the appliance.

2. Clean the pot with water and washing-up liquid as usual.

3. Wipe off the heating stick of the appliance with a damp cloth, and then dry it thoroughly.

4. Select a dry, dust-free location for storage. Tip: Keep the appliance packaging and store the appliance in this box when the appliance is not in use.

DESCALING

Before cleaning or maintenance, switch off the appliance and unplug it from the electrical outlet. Wait until the appliance has completely cooled. Never completely immerse the appliance in water!

1. Regularly descale the appliance depending on water hardness. We recommend descaling the appliance at least once a month.
2. Place the appliance in a pot and fill the pot with water to the Maximum mark of the appliance.
3. Plug the mains plug into an electrical outlet, switch on the

appliance via the ON/OFF switch and set the appliance to 70°C.

1. Per litre of water used, add 5 g of citric acid (food-grade, in powder form) to the pot.
2. Let the water circulate for approx. 20 minutes at 70^ C.
3. Switch off the appliance and unplug it from the electrical outlet.
4. When the appliance has cooled, rinse off the heating stick with clean, cold water and then dry it off.

TABLE OF COOKING TIMES

Please note that the following values are guide values. Please adapt the specified times appropriately to suit your personal taste. If you are preparing very cold or frozen ingredients, or if you fill the pot with extremely cold tap water, the times can be extended by another 20-30%. Also very tough meat the preparation time must be extended accordingly.

	Thickness 10mm20 mm 30 mm 40 mm 50 mm 60 mm
Food/temperature
Meat 58-62 °C 30 min 45 min 95 min 120 min 180 min 250 min Fish 55-58 °C 10 min 20 min 30 min 40 min 50 min 60 min Poultry 63-65°C	min 45 min 95 min 120 min 180 min 250 min Fish 55-58 °C 10 min 20 min 30 min 40 min 50 min 60 min Poultry 63-65°C	min 45 min 95 min 120 min 180 min 250 min Fish 55-58 °C10 min 20 min 30 min 40 min 50 min 60 min Poultry 63-65°C	min 45 min 95 min 120 min 180 min 250 min Fish 55-58 °C10 min 20 min 30 min 40 min 50 min 60 min Poultry 63-65°C	20 min 40 min 75 min 90 min	min 45 min 95 min 120 min 180 min 250 min Fish 55-58 °C10 min 20 min 30 min 40 min 50 min 60 min Poultry 63-65°C	min 45 min 95 min 120 min 180 min 250 min Fish 55-58 °CC10 min 20 min 30 min 40 min 50 min 60 min Poultry 63-65°C	min 45 min 95 min 120 min 180 min 250 min Fish 55-58 °C10 min 20 min 30 min 40 min 50 min 60 min Poultry 63-65°C

Vegetables 80-85°C

Potatoes 70 min
Asparagus 40 min
Carrots, etc. 90 min

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Solution

The appliance cannot be switched on.

Ensure that the appliance is plugged into an electrical outlet.

Check whether the power cord is damaged. If the power cord is damaged, for safety reasons do not continue to operate the appliance. Have the appliance inspected by our customer service organisation.

Check whether the appliance has been switched on via the ON/OFF switch (keep the button depressed for at least five seconds!).

The appliance shows the error code E05.

Ensure that the water level is precisely between the Minimum and Maximum mark. If not, switch off the appliance and add water or remove some of the water. Switch on the appliance again.

The appliance shows the error code E02.

The digital thermostat is defective. Contact our customer service department.

GUARANTEE CONDITIONS

We grant a 24 months guarantee, and in case of commercial use a 12 months guarantee, starting from the date of purchase for any damage demonstrably due to manufacturing defects and when the appliance has been used according to its intended use. Within the warranty period we will remedy defective materials or workmanship through repair or replacement, at our option. Our warranty terms apply only to appliances sold in Germany and Austria. For other countries, please contact the responsible importer. In the event of a claim for remedy of defects, please send the appliance to our after sales service, properly packaged and postage paid, together with a copy of the automatically generated sales receipt, which must show the date of purchase, and a description of the defect. If the defect is covered by the warranty, the customer will be reimbursed for the shipping costs only in Germany and Austria. The warranty does not cover damage from normal wear, improper handling and failure to comply with the maintenance and care instructions. The warranty is void if repairs or modifications are made to the appliance by third parties. Any claims of the end consumer vis-à-vis the retailer are not limited by this warranty.

WASTE DISPOSAL / ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Our appliances are produced on a high quality level for a long lifetime. Regular maintenance and expert repairs by our after-sales service can extend the useful life of the appliance. If an appliance is defective and repair is not possible we ask you to follow the following instructions for disposal. Do not dispose this appliance together with your standard household waste. Please bring this product to an approved collection point for recycling of electric and electronic products. By separate collection and disposal of waste products you help to protect natural resources and ensure, that the product is disposed in an adequate way to protect health and environment.

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The instruction booklet is also available for download: www.unold.de

The authors have thoroughly considered and tested the recipes included in these operating instructions. Nevertheless, a guarantee cannot be accepted. The authors, respectively UNOLD AG and their assignees shall not be liable for personal injuries, material damages and financial loss.

NOTICE D'UTILISATION MODÈLE 58905

SPÉCIFICATION TECHNIQUE

Puissance : 1 300 Watts, 220–240 V\~, 50/60 Hz

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CONDITIONS DE GARANTIE

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