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General| Brand | effenne |
|---|---|
| Model | Unika |
| Category | Kitchen Appliances |
| Language | English |
Position the appliance on a level surface, ensuring adequate working space and connecting the power cord.
Choose EFFENNE® bags of appropriate size for the food, ensuring they are at least 8 cm longer than the contents.
Cut bags from rolls using the Magic Cutter and seal one open end of the cut bag.
Place food in the bag, position it in the chamber, close lid, and start vacuum packing cycle.
Use the MAN SEAL button to initiate a sealing process independently for delicate foods.
Fill containers, lock lid, connect hose, and start vacuum packing cycle.
Use specific containers or Universal Caps with connection hose for vacuum packing.
Use Family containers for dry, fragile foods, ensuring adequate headspace before sealing.
Use cap attachments for glass jars with metal caps to create a vacuum seal.
Use Bottle Caps to seal bottles of wine or non-fizzy beverages to preserve freshness.
Check power connection, overheating, and cord/plug for faults.
Troubleshoot issues with initial seal, complete vacuum, and bag leaks or sealing.
Address issues with rectangular, Executive, Universal, and Family containers not maintaining vacuum.
Pre-freeze delicate foods, then vacuum pack and store in the freezer for extended freshness.
Prepare meals in advance, vacuum pack, and store in the fridge for easy access.
Protect dry goods from moisture, mould, and insects by vacuum packing for storage.
Defrost food slowly in the fridge or use bain-marie for liquids, consuming immediately after.
Use only approved containers suitable for freezer temperatures for freezing food.
Vacuum pack dry goods like pasta, rice, and biscuits in containers to maintain shape and freshness.
Vacuum pack marinated food in containers and refrigerate to enhance flavour and tenderness.
Use checked lids and ensure seals are in perfect condition for preserving food in jars.
Wash hands, use gloves, and maintain hygiene when handling and packing food.
Immediately refrigerate or freeze packed perishable food, avoid room temperature storage.
Consume perishable food immediately after warming or defrosting, avoid prolonged room temperature exposure.
Avoid boiling water or other heat sources for defrosting, except for liquids.
Vacuum packing extends the life of dried foods and prevents rancidity of high-fat content items.
Vacuum packing does not extend the life of most raw fruits/vegetables unless peeled.
Pre-freeze delicate foods like fish and berries before vacuum packing for the freezer.
Heat and freeze vegetables like broccoli before vacuum packing to prevent gas release.
Use only original EFFENNE® bags, containers, and accessories for safe vacuum packing.
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