VD1674M - Vacuum packaging machines Atag - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Vacuum packaging machine (vacuum drawer)
Brand	Atag
Model	VD1674M
Power supply	230 V, class I, earth connection, accessible power plug
Main functions	Vacuum (3 levels: low, medium, high), sealing time (3 settings), external vacuum, dry run program
Control panel	Keys: on/off, vacuum level, sealing time, external vacuum level, start, stop, dry function with indicator lights
Packaging capacity	For standard vacuum bags (not specified)
Approximate dimensions (W x D x H)	Approximately 60 x 50 x 15 cm (built-in drawer)
Approximate weight	Approximately 15 kg
Included accessories	Hose for external vacuum, oil filter, decorative profiles, fixing screws
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean surfaces with damp cloth and soapy water; vacuum space cleanable with hot water (avoid wetting the suction point); do not use steam cleaner, abrasive products, alcohol or solvent
Safety	Lid must be briefly pressed to start vacuum; indicators for vacuum failure and dry run; earth connection mandatory
Spare parts and repairability	Replaceable oil filter, hose for external vacuum, vacuum bags; after-sales service recommended in case of error
Installation	Built into kitchen cabinet, electrical connection by professional, fixing screws supplied
General information	Declaration of conformity to European standards; recycling of packaging and appliance at end of life

Frequently Asked Questions - VD1674M Atag

How to set the vacuum level on the Atag VD1674M?

Press the vacuum level key several times to choose from 3 levels: low (fragile products), medium (soft products) or high (solid products). The white indicator lights show the selected setting.

What to do if vacuuming fails (failure indicator on)?

Check that the lid is properly pressed onto the front rubber during vacuuming. If failure persists, the dry run indicator lights up: start the dry run program (dedicated key). If the problem persists, contact after-sales service.

How to use the external vacuum function?

Connect the external vacuum accessory to the connection point in the vacuum space using the supplied hose. Select a vacuum level (low, medium, high) with the dedicated key, then press start. Caution: connection parts for external accessories are not supplied.

How to clean the vacuum drawer?

Unplug the appliance. Clean all surfaces with a damp cloth and soapy water, then wipe with a soft cloth. The vacuum space can be cleaned with hot water, but avoid wetting the suction point. Do not use a steam cleaner, abrasive products, alcohol or solvent.

What are the symbols on the control panel?

The keys are: on/off, vacuum level, sealing time, external vacuum level, start, stop and dry function. White indicator lights show the active setting, orange ones indicate a function in progress.

What does the dry run program mean?

This program removes accumulated moisture from the vacuum pump oil. Start it by pressing the dedicated key, then briefly press the lid. If moisture is not extracted within 20 minutes, the appliance switches to cooling mode for 1 hour.

How to adjust the sealing time?

Press the sealing time key several times to choose from 3 durations suitable for the bag thickness: thin, medium or thick. The indicator lights show the setting.

Can I use non-Atag bags?

Yes, as long as they are quality vacuum bags. Make sure the bag opening is placed at least 2 cm beyond the sealing strip and does not cover the suction point.

How to install the drawer in a cabinet?

Slide the appliance into the cabinet niche and screw it onto the front panel with the 4 supplied screws (left and right). For model VD1674M, slide the decorative profiles from the top. Ensure the cabinet can support the weight and the plug remains accessible.

What to do with the appliance at end of life?

Do not dispose of the appliance with household waste. Take it to a specialized collection service or municipal recycling center for material recycling (cardboard, polyethylene, polystyrene). Consult local authorities for more information.

USER MANUAL VD1674M Atag

Instructions for use vacuum drawer

External vacuuming 8

Vacuuming failure 8

Start Dry Run Function 9

Maintenance and cleaning 10

Installation

General 11

Connection 11

Building in 12

Your appliance and the environment

Disposal of the appliance and packaging 13

Congratulations on choosing this ATAG appliance. This product is designed with simple operation and optimum comfort in mind.

Read this manual to learn how to get the most out of your appliance. In addition to information about operating the appliance, you will also find background information that may be useful when using the appliance.

Read the separate safety instructions before using the device!

Read this manual before using the appliance and keep it in a safe place for future use.

Before first use

Make sure that during installation, the transport cover was removed, the oil filter was installed and that the appliance was mounted according to the installation instructions.

Description

1. Lid
2. Vacuum chamber
3. Suction point
4. Control panel
5. Hose for external vacuuming
6. Vacuum sealer bag
7. Sealing strip

Control panel

1. On/Off touch key
2. Vacuum Level touch key
3. Sealing Time touch key
4. External Vacuum Level touch key
5. Start touch key
6. Stop touch key
7. Dry Run Function touch key with indicator
8. Vacuuming Failure indicator

Operation

Operate the vacuum drawer with the control panel on the top of the drawer.

1. Push the drawer in somewhat and slide it out of the cupboard.
2. Switch on the drawer with the On/Off touch key. Press the On/Off touch key until the device is switched on.
3. Open the lid and place a vacuum sealer bag in the vacuum chamber (see 'Positioning a vacuum sealer bag').
4. Close the lid.
5. Set the vacuum level with the Vacuum Level touch key (see 'Vacuuming'). The 3 indicator lights display the vacuum level. The lights flash and diminish during vacuuming.
6. Set the vacuum closure time (sealing time) with the 'Sealing Time' touch key (see 'Vacuuming'). The 3 indicator lights display the sealing time. The lights flash and diminish during sealing.
7. Press the Start touch key to start the vacuuming process.
8. Immediately afterwards, shortly press on the front of the lid so that the vacuum chamber can vacuum.

Note! Vacuuming only works if the lid on the front is quickly pushed into the rubber gasket!

Vacuuming stops automatically if the vacuum sealer bag has been vacuumed and sealed.

• Orange indicator lights and orange lighted keys mean that a function is active.
• White indicator lights display the chosen setting and white lighted keys may be operated.

Vacuuming

Positioning a vacuum sealer bag

1. Open the lid and place the vacuum sealer bag with the food in the vacuum chamber.
2. Place the opening of the bag at least 2cm outside the sealing strip.

Note! The bag may not cover the suction point in the vacuum chamber!

Vacuuming

• Press the Vacuum Level touch key a number of times to select a vacuum level. The white indicator lights display the level.

Select from 3 vacuum levels:

Low: for delicate products (bread, soft fruit/vegetables)

Middle: for soft products (liquids, fish, prepared products)

High: for firm products (firm vegetables, meat, dry products)

• Press the Sealing Time touch key a number of times to select a closure time (sealing time). Select from 3 sealing times. The proper sealing time depends on the thickness of the vacuum sealer bag. The white indicator lights display the level.

Select from 3 sealing times:

Thin vacuum sealer bags

Medium vacuum sealer bags

Thick vacuum sealer bags

External vacuuming

Vacuuming failure

1. Press the On/Off touch key until the device is switched on.
2. Use the included hose to connect the external vacuuming accessory with the connection point in the vacuum chamber.
3. Use the External Vacuum Level touch key to select a low, middle or high level.
4. Press the Start touch key to start the vacuuming process. Vacuuming stops automatically when the vacuum level has been reached.

Note! Fittings to connect external vacuuming accessories to the hose for use in external vacuuming are not included with the vacuum drawer. These are dependent on the type of vacuuming accessory.

If the vacuum drawer cannot vacuum the vacuum chamber, this can be caused by the following issues:

• The lid is not or insufficiently pushed in when starting vacuuming. The Vacuuming Failure indicator lights up.

Push the lid on the front into the rubber gasket properly.

• The oil of the vacuum pump necessary for vacuuming contains moisture.

The Vacuuming Failure indicator and the Dry Run Function indicator light up.

Start the Dry Run Function*.

• A failure has occurred.

Call a service organisation.

• If the vacuuming fails a number of times, then the Vacuuming Failure indicator and the Dry Run Function indicator light up. It is then advised to perform the Dry Run Function.

Note! If the Vacuum Failure indicator and Dry Run Function indicator are ignored, the drawer can no longer be operated after a certain number of warnings (except the Dry Run Function). It is then necessary to start the Dry Run Function to be able to use the drawer again.

Starting Dry Run Function

After using the vacuum drawer for a period of time, there will be moisture in the oil of the vacuum pump. Because of this, the device may vacuum insufficiently. It is then advised to perform the Dry Run Function. If vacuuming does not work, then the Vacuuming Failure indicator and the Dry Run Function indicator light up. After a number of warnings (Vacuuming Failure indicator and Dry Run Function indicator lighting up), it is advised to perform the Dry Run Function.

1. Press the Dry Run Function touch key to start the Dry Run Function.
2. Immediately afterwards, shortly press on the front of the lid so that the vacuum chamber can vacuum.

The Dry Run Function symbol flashes during drying.

Note! If the Dry Run Function does not completely remove the moisture from the oil after a maximum of 20 minutes, then the drawer switches to a 'cool off' setting. The vacuum drawer can then not be used for a period of one hour. The Dry Run Function indicator is visible in the display. After that, start the Dry Run Function again!

Regular use of the Dry Run Function is part of the normal operation of the vacuum drawer.

Disconnect the appliance before starting with cleaning.

All surfaces should be cleaned only with a damp cloth and some soapy water. Then dry with a soft cloth.

Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.

Using abrasive products, alcohol or solvents is not recommended; these can damage the appliance.

The front is stainless steel or glass and is susceptible to scratching. Use special non-abrasive cleaning products suitable for stainless steel.

The vacuum chamber can be cleaned with warm water and washing-up liquid. Then dry with a soft cloth. Avoid to moisten the suction point!

General

This appliance should be connected to the mains power by a registered fitter, who knows and applies the correct safety specifications.

Connection

Electrical connection

This appliance is manufactured in Class I; this means the device must be grounded.

Check whether the power of the electrical mains corresponds to the power on the identification plate on the appliance.

Before connecting to the electrical mains, check whether the power socket is grounded.

The device is equipped with a plug. When installing the appliance, remember that this plug must remain accessible.

Note!

If you want to make a fixed connection, make sure a multi-polar switch with a contact separation of at least 3mm is fitted in the supply line.

Install oil filter

• Remove the transport cover
  Install oil filter

Building in

1. Put the plug of the device in a grounded wall socket.

Slide the appliance in the kitchen cupboard opening. Check whether the casing fits correctly.

1. Screw the drawer securely to the cupboard at the left and right front using the 4 screws supplied.

1. Slide the decorative strips over the draw profiles on the left and right, starting from the top (only for model VD1674M).

Note! When sliding out the drawer, it can tip forward if it is not securely screwed to the kitchen cupboard.

Disposal of the appliance and packaging

This product is made from sustainable materials. However, the appliance must be disposed of responsibly at the end of its useful life. The government can provide you with information about this.

The appliance packaging is recyclable. The following materials have been used:

cardboard
polyethylene wrapping (PE)
CFC-free polystyrene (hard PS foam)

Dispose of these materials responsibly in accordance with legal provisions.

The product has a pictogram of a crossed-out waste container. This indicates that household appliances must be disposed of separately. This means that the appliance may not be processed via the regular waste flow at the end of its useful life. You should take it to a special municipal waste depot or a sales outlet that offers to do this for you.

Collecting household equipment separately prevents harm to the environment and public health. The materials used in manufacturing this appliance can be recycled, which provides considerable savings in energy and raw materials.

Declaration of conformity

We hereby declare that our products comply with the relevant European directives, standards and regulations as well as all requirements referred to in the standards.

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