17.4 Bags and rolls
Please only use specified bags and rolls designed for vacuum sealing. Do not use other
materials such as plastic wrap. All vacuum rolls and bags delivered by CASO are
appropriate for cooking under vacuum (sous vide). Furthermore the vacuum rolls and bags
can be used for defrosting and heating in the microwave at up to 70° C.
Please make sure when vacuum rolls and bags of other producers are used, whether they
are also microwaveable and suitable for cooking under vacuum. Please note that a bar
vacuumsealer as this device can only be used with structured bags. You can buy a wide
range of different bags and rolls from CASO.
17.5 Opening a sealed bag
Cut the bag straight across with scissors just inside the seal.
17.6 Storage
Store the unit in its upright position, out of the reach of children.
► Always unplug the appliance from its outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
► For the correct storage, please slightly close the cover, do not lock, it will deform the
gaskets and affect the machine function.
18 Cleaning and Maintenance
This chapter provides important information on properly cleaning and maintaining your
vacuum sealer.
18.1 Safety information
Attention
Please observe the following safety notices, before cleaning the unit to avoid damage to
the unit or personal injury:
► To ensure optimum performance, the unit must be cleaned regularly. Failure to clean
the unit regularly can lead to potential malfunctions, as well as safety and health risks.
► Turn off and unplug the unit prior to cleaning.
► The sealing strip remains hot after use. Wait a few minutes until the strip has cooled
before cleaning.
► Clean the unit after every use as soon as it has cooled. Leaving the unit uncleaned for
long periods can make it very difficult to remove leftover food and grime and may even
damage the unit.
► If moisture penetrates the unit's housing, it can damage the electronic components.
Please ensure that no moisture enters the device.
► Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaning agents.
► Do not attempt to scrape off stubborn grime with hard or abrasive tools.
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