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Operator’s Manual Vacuum Packing Machine with 12" Sealing Bar (For machines with serial numbers after and including J021-00414847)

2020 The Vollrath Company L.L.C. Part No. 26131-1 ml 2/27/20 Thank you for purchasing this Vollrath equipment. Before operating the equipment, read and familiarize yourself with the following operating and safety instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Save the original box and packaging. Use this packaging to ship the equipment if repairs are needed. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To ensure safe operation, read the following statements and understand their meaning. This manual contains safety precautions which are explained below. Please read carefully. Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause severe personal injury or death. Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor or major personal injury if the caution is ignored. NOTICE: Notice is used to note information that is important but not hazard-related. To reduce risk of injury or damage to the equipment:

• Unplug when not in use.

• Keep unit and power cord away from open flames, electric burners or excessive heat.

• Do not operate unattended.

• Do not operate if unit has been damaged or is malfunctioning in any way.

NOTICE: Never place the machine near a heat source. This can damage the lid.

• 6" (15 cm) clearance on all sides and 15½" (39.4 cm) above the machine for the lid to fully open.

• Ambient temperature must be between 41-86 °F (5-30 °C). WARNING CAUTION Item No. Model Description 40831 VP12 Vacuum Packing Machine with 12" Sealing Bar2 Vacuum Packing Machine with 12" Sealing Bar Operator’s Manual INSTALLATION NOTICE: Do NOT tilt the machine. Tilting could allow oil to flow out of the pump and cause damage to the machine. NOTICE: Using a voltage other than the nameplate rated voltage will cause damage to the unit. Incorrect voltage, modification to the power cord or electrical components can damage unit and will void the warranty. NOTICE: Running the machine without oil or insufficient oil will damage the machine and void the warranty.

1. Remove all packing material and tape, as well as any protective

plastic from the equipment.

2. Clean any glue residue left by the plastic or tape.

3. Place the vacuum pack machine on a flat, level surface.

4. Check the oil gauge window at the back of the machine. Verify the

oil level is between the minimum and maximum fill lines.

5. Plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet that matches

the nameplate rated voltage.

6. Run the Pump Conditioning program. See Run the Pump

Conditioning Program on page 4 in this manual.

A On/Off Button B Oil Cleaning Program Button C Function LEDs D Decrease/Cancel Button. Decreases vacuum pressure, vacuum plus or seal time. Also cancels the cycle. E Vacuum Gauge. A value of -1 bar is equivalent of 99% vacuum. F Increase/Stop Button. Increases vacuum pressure, vacuum plus or seal time. Also stops the vacuum. G Display H Function Select Button. Selects vacuum, vacuum plus or seal functions.

B C D E G F AVacuum Packing Machine with 12" Sealing Bar Operator’s Manual 3 OPERATION NOTICE: Never pack products that can be damaged by vacuum packaging. Avoid packing warm products to reduce condensation and corrosion risks for the pump. Special instructions apply for packing liquid products. See “Packing Liquid Products” on page 4. The machine is designed for a maximum use of five hours per day. This machine is not designed for continuous use. Allow 15 seconds between packing cycles. Do not exceed a vacuum time of 60 seconds. If the machine has been in use for one hour, stop the machine and allow it to cool to ambient temperature. Move or transport the machine in an upright position. Do NOT tilt the machine because it can cause damage to the pump. Turn On the Machine

2. If the machine has not been used for a while, run the Pump

Conditioning Program. See Run the Pump Conditioning Program on page 4. Place the Product in the Chamber NOTICE: If packing food, see important information under PACKING FOOD on page 4.

1. Place the food product in a vacuum sealing bag that fits completely

2. Place the bag in the chamber with the open end over the sealing

bar. Make sure the bag is smooth, without wrinkles or folds. Multiple vacuum bags can be placed over the sealing bars. Do NOT overlap vacuum bags. For small products, place one or more insert plates under the product. This fills empty space in the chamber, which reduces the cycle time. Set the Vacuum Percentage

1. Press until the Vacuum LED illuminates.

2. Press or to set a vacuum pressure.

• The recommended minimum is 50%.

• To use Vacuum Plus, Vacuum Pressure must be set to 99%.

3. Press to use Vacuum Plus or set the duration of sealing

time. Vacuum Plus Extends the vacuum cycle to enable air trapped in the food to escape the bag.

1. Make sure the pressure is 99%.

2. Set the duration.

Press or to set the number of seconds. A dot next to the number indicates Vacuum Plus mode. Set the Seal Time

1. Press until the Seal LED illuminates.

2. Press or to set the number of seconds. 2.0 to 2.5

seconds is recommended for most bags. Run the Program

NOTICE: Do NOT use the lid retainer. Using the lid retainer during a packing cycle will interfere with the cycle.

2. The cycle automatically starts.

3. The lid opens automatically when the cycle is complete.

4. Remove the packed product.

5. Wait 15 seconds before packing another product.

1. To stop the vacuum step and move to seal step, press .

2. To stop and cancel the entire cycle, press .

CAUTION Burn Hazard Sealing bar may become hot after repeated use. Do not touch the sealing bar when placing vacuum bags in the chamber. vacuum seal vac stop stop vac stop stop vacuum seal vac stop stop vac stop stop4 Vacuum Packing Machine with 12" Sealing Bar Operator’s Manual Packing Liquid Products Special care must be taken when packing liquids.

1. Cool food before packing. Hot food quickly reaches the boiling

point, which can lead to an insufficient seal. NOTICE: Hot products create condensation, which can damage the pump.

2. Watch the vacuum process through the clear lid.

3. Press as soon as bubbles appear in the product.

This stops the vacuum and starts the seal step. NOTICE: Do not let products boil. Boiling will increase the amount of moisture that enters the pump, which can lead to corrosion.

4. Run the Pump Conditioning Program at the end of the work day.

CLEANING NOTICE: Do NOT tilt the machine. Tilting could enable oil to flow out of the pump and cause damage to the machine. NOTICE: If the machine will be idle for more than one month, the oil should be drained from the pump. Moisture in the oil could corrode the pump. Daily Run the Pump Conditioning Program The Pump Conditioning Program removes any moisture that may have accumulated in the pump. During the program, the pump and oil reach operating temperature, which evaporates any moisture in the pump.

4. The program starts. Moving dots appear on the display.

5. The program runs for approximately 15 minutes. Do not interrupt

the program. If the program is interrupted, it must be run again to ensure completion. Clean the exterior and interior NOTICE: Do not use cleaners containing ammonia, alcohol, acetone or dry cleaning products. Cleaners with these chemicals will damage Plexiglas

, acrylic and other plastics. These will damage the finish. NOTICE: Do not use paper towels, abrasive materials, scratching cleansers, razor blades, brushes, steel wool or scouring pads, such as Scotch Brite™ pads.These will damage the finish. NOTICE: Do not use WD-40

or petroleum, industrial or commercial cleaning products. These will damage the finish.

1. Unplug the machine. Allow it to cool.

2. Wipe the vacuum chamber, lid, sealing bar, silicone holder and

exterior with a soft, lint free or microfiber cloth and warm water, or a mixture of warm water and a small amount of mild dish detergent.

3. Thoroughly wipe off any mild soap or chemical cleaners. Residue

could corrode the surface of the unit. vac stop WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Keep water and other liquids from entering the inside of the equipment. Liquid inside the equipment could cause an electrical shock. Do not spray water or cleaning products. Liquid could contact the electrical components and cause a short circuit or an electrical shock. CAUTION Burn Hazard Allow equipment to cool before moving or cleaning.Vacuum Packing Machine with 12" Sealing Bar Operator’s Manual 5 MAINTENANCE NOTICE: All maintenance must be performed by a qualified service technician. NOTICE: Do NOT tilt the machine. Tilting could enable oil to flow out of the pump and cause damage to the machine. The following maintenance schedule is only a guideline. Actual maintenance needs will vary depending on machine use. Inspect your machine regularly. Replace the Sealing Wires and Teflon

Tape Check the sealing bar for damage. Replace the Teflon tape or sealing wires if the seal quality is no longer sufficient or if the Teflon tape or seal wires are worn. Tools Needed:

• Phillips screwdriver

• Lint-free cleaning cloth

1. Pull up on the sealing bar to remove it from the machine.

2. Remove the Teflon tape that protects the sealing wires.

3. Remove the screws on the bottom side of the seal bar.

4. Remove the sealing wires.

5. Remove the Teflon tape from the sealing bar.

6. Clean the sealing bar with a lint-free cloth.

7. Cut a piece of replacement Teflon tape to the same length as the

8. Apply the replacement tape to the sealing bar.

9. Cut new sealing wires to the length of the sealing bar, plus about 6"

10. Attach one wire to one side of the seal bar by tightening the screw.

11. Pull the wire across the sealing bar straight and tight.

12. Attach it by tightening the screw.

13. Repeat steps 10 through 12 for the second wire.

15. Cut a piece of Teflon tape the same length of the sealing bar, plus

16. Apply the tape smoothly over the sealing wires on the sealing bar.

18. Place the sealing bar back in the machine. Verify that the sealing

bar is properly snapped into the holder. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug unit before servicing. Interval Procedure Weekly Check the oil by viewing the Oil Inspection Window. Inspect the seal bar for wear. Inspect the seal pad under the lid for wear. Inspect the lid gasket and lid. Every six months Replace the oil in the vacuum pump. Contact Vollrath Technical Services. Replace the sealing wires and Teflon

tape. Replace the seal pad under the lid. Replace the lid gasket. Yearly Inspect the oil exhaust filter. Contact Vollrath Technical Services. Every four years Replace the lid, gas springs and seal cylinder membranes. Contact Vollrath Technical Services.6 Vacuum Packing Machine with 12" Sealing Bar Operator’s Manual MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) Replace the Seal Pad Inspect the pad for roughness. Replace if areas of the pad are rough. Tools Needed:

• Replacement seal pad

1. Remove the worn pad from the holder.

2. Cut a new piece of seal pad the same length as the old one. A pad

that is too short or too long will cause sealing problems.

3. Place the new pad in the holder. Ensure that the pad is completely

and evenly placed in the groove. Replace the Lid Gasket The lid gasket ensures the vacuum chamber is completely sealed during the packing cycle. This is essential to achieve maximum vacuum. The lid gasket wears due to the extreme pressure differences and must be replaced regularly. Tools Needed:

1. Remove the worn gasket.

2. Cut a new piece of gasket slightly longer than the old one. Position

the new gasket so the lip faces downward and outward.

3. Press the gasket into the slot evenly.

4. Trim the gasket so the ends come tightly together to prevent

leakage. The ends must be cut off straight. If the lid gasket is too short or too long, it can cause problems when closing the lid or leakage may occur. Seal pad Lid gasketVacuum Packing Machine with 12" Sealing Bar Operator’s Manual 7 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Might be Caused By Course of Action The control panel does not illuminate. The machine is not connected to an electrical outlet. Connect the machine to the power supply.

• The main fuse is burned out.

• The circuit board fuse is burned out. Contact Vollrath Technical Services. The control panel is on but there is no activity after closing the lid.

• The lid micro switch may need to be adjusted.

• The control transformer fuse is burned out. Contact Vollrath Technical Services. The lid does not open automatically. The gas spring is damaged. Contact Vollrath Technical Services.

• The lid micro switch may need adjusting.

• The pump may require technical services. Contact Vollrath Technical Services. The lid may have not opened correctly. Check the lid. The machine use has reached a scheduled oil change. Contact Vollrath Technical Services. The pump conditioning program needs to be run. See the instructions on page 4. Final vacuum is not sufficient. The set vacuum time is too short. Extend the vacuum time. There is too little oil in the vacuum pump. Contact Vollrath Technical Services. The extraction hole at the back of the vacuum chamber is partially covered by the vacuum bag during extraction. Place the vacuum bag closer to the sealing bar. The lid gasket is worn. Replace the lid gasket. The oil is contaminated. Contact Vollrath Technical Services. The oil exhaust filter is saturated. Contact Vollrath Technical Services. The machine extracts air too slowly. The oil exhaust filter is saturated. Contact Vollrath Technical Services. The pump’s extraction filter is blocked. Contact Vollrath Technical Services. Vacuum bag is not sealed correctly. The vacuum bag is being placed incorrectly on the sealing bar. Place the vacuum bag neatly and smoothly on the sealing bar. Ensure that the opening of the bag is always within the vacuum chamber. The sealing time is too long or too short. Adjust the sealing time longer or shorter. The seal pad under the lid is damaged or worn. Replace the seal pad. The Teflon tape is damaged. Replace the Teflon tape. The vacuum bag opening is not clean. Clean the vacuum bag’s opening.© 2020 The Vollrath Company L.L.C. Part No. 26131-1 ml 2/27/20 www.vollrath.com The Vollrath Company, L.L.C. 1236 North 18th Street Sheboygan, WI 53081-3201 U.S.A. Main Tel: [phone] or 920.457.4851 Main Fax: [phone] or 920.459.6573 Customer Service: 800.628.0830 Canada Customer Service: 800.695.8560 Technical Services [e-mail] Induction Products: 800.825.6036 Countertop Warming Products: 800.354.1970 All Other Products: 800.628.0832

Serviceable parts are available on Vollrath.com. To avoid serious injury or damage, never attempt to repair the unit or replace a damaged power cord yourself. Do not send units directly to The Vollrath Company LLC. Please contact Vollrath Technical Services for instructions. When contacting Vollrath Technical Services, please be ready with the item number, model number (if applicable), serial number, and proof of purchase showing the date the unit was purchased. WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE VOLLRATH CO. L.L.C. This warranty does not apply to products purchased for personal, family or household use, and The Vollrath Company LLC does not offer a written warranty to purchasers for such uses. The Vollrath Company LLC warrants the products it manufactures or distributes against defects in materials and workmanship as specifically described in our full warranty statement. In all cases, the warranty runs from the date of the end user’s original purchase date found on the receipt. Any damages from improper use, abuse, modification or damage resulting from improper packaging during return shipment for warranty repair will not be covered under warranty. For complete warranty information, product registration and new product announcement, visit www.vollrath.com.Manuel d'utilisation Appareil à emballer sous vide avec barre de soudage 12" (30,5 cm) (Pour les machines avec des numéros de série après et y compris J021-00414847)