VD1611D - Vacuum storage drawer Atag - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Vacuum Storage Drawer
Brand	Atag
Model	VD1611D
Electrical Supply	230 V ~ 50 Hz, Class I with ground connection
Rated Power	Approximately 150 W (estimate)
Vacuum Levels	3 levels: low (delicate products), medium (soft products), high (solid products)
Sealing Time	3 settings depending on bag thickness (thin, medium, thick)
External Vacuuming	Yes, with supplied hose (accessories not included)
Dry Running Program	Yes, to remove moisture from pump oil
Front Material	Stainless steel or glass (scratch sensitive)
Dimensions (H x W x D)	Approximately 14 x 60 x 55 cm (built-in estimate)
Net Weight	Approximately 15 kg (estimate)
Installation Type	Built into a kitchen cabinet (niche)
Cleaning	Damp cloth and soapy water; do not use steam cleaners or abrasive products
Oil Filter	Installed upon first use (supplied with the appliance)
Supplied Accessories	Hose for external vacuuming, vacuum bags (quantity unspecified), oil filter
Energy Consumption	Low, automatic standby (estimate)
Warranty	Standard Atag (see terms)
Repairability	Authorized Atag after-sales service
Environmental Information	Recyclable packaging; appliance subject to selective collection (crossed-out bin)

Frequently Asked Questions - VD1611D Atag

How to start vacuum sealing?

Turn on the appliance with the on/off button. Open the lid, place the bag in the vacuum area. Close the lid. Adjust the vacuum level and sealing time, then press start and briefly press down the front of the lid.

Why does vacuum sealing fail?

Possible causes: the lid is not properly pressed down, the pump oil is humid, or a technical error. If the "vacuum failure" indicator lights up, press the lid correctly. If both the "failure" and "dry running" indicators light up, start the dry running program.

How to use the dry running program?

Press the dry running button, then briefly press down the front of the lid. The symbol flashes. The program lasts up to 20 minutes. If the humidity is not fully removed, the appliance enters cooling mode for 1 hour. Then restart the program.

What vacuum levels are available?

Three levels: low (delicate products like bread or berries), medium (soft products like fish or liquids), high (solid products like meat or hard vegetables).

How to adjust the sealing time?

Press the sealing time button several times. Three options: thin bags, medium bags, thick bags. The white indicator lights show the selected setting.

Can other brand bags be used?

Yes, as long as they are compatible with vacuum sealing. Ensure that the bag opening extends at least 2 cm beyond the sealing strip and does not cover the suction point.

How to clean the vacuum drawer?

Unplug the appliance. Clean the surfaces with a damp cloth and soapy water. For the vacuum area, use hot water and a cleaning product, then dry thoroughly. Avoid moistening the suction point. Never use a steam cleaner.

How to install the drawer in a cabinet?

Installation must be done by a professional. Remove the transport cover, install the oil filter. Plug into a grounded outlet. Slide the appliance into the niche, screw it on the left and right with the 4 supplied screws, then slide the decorative strips.

What to do if the appliance does not start?

Check that the plug is properly connected and the outlet is powered. Make sure the drawer is correctly pushed into the cabinet. If the problem persists, contact Atag after-sales service.

Where to find replacement bags?

Compatible vacuum bags are available in stores or from Atag after-sales service. Choose quality bags suitable for vacuum sealing to ensure a good seal.

USER MANUAL VD1611D 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.

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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