Ratek SVR7100 Professional Sous Vide Circulator - User Manual
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Routine Cleaning And Maintenance
To maintain the Professional Sous Vide Circulator in good, safe working order and ensure maximum product lifespan, regular cleaning
and general maintenance is required. The Professional Sous Vide Circulator should be cleaned at least once every month for a unit being
used on a daily basis, for infrequently used Professional Sous Vide Circulators a cleaning frequency of once every 3 months is
recommended. On each occasion, the general maintenance routine should be employed following cleaning with the exception of the
over-temperature safety cutout test which need only be conducted every 2 years of normal operation.
Cleaning
CAUTION
If the Professional Sous Vide Circulator has been operated recently the heating element may be hot enough to create
a hazard sufficient to burn or scald if contact is made. Ensure the Professional Sous Vide Circulator element is cold
before cleaning.
Allow the Professional Sous Vide Circulator to cool for at least 10 minutes after it has last been operated
prior to starting the cleaning procedure.
CAUTION
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents on the Professional Sous Vide Circulator as these may break down certain
components of it’s construction, reducing it’s life and potentially creating a hazardous situation. Use only a mild
household detergent or laboratory sterilization agent when cleaning the Professional Sous Vide Circulator.
CAUTION
If the Professional Sous Vide Circulator has been used with any dangerous, chemical or biological substances it should
be decontaminated prior to cleaning. Decontaminate the Professional Sous Vide Circulator using a decontamination
procedure appropriate to the contaminant, however in all cases ensure the following :
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No decontamination or cleaning agents are used which could cause a hazardous situation to arise as a result
of a reaction with parts of the Professional Sous Vide Circulator or with any materials contained in it. For
example, substances that may compromise the integrity or function of electrical insulation, electrical
components, stainless steel components or water seals.
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Ratek are consulted prior to decontamination or cleaning being undertaken if there is any doubt about the
compatibility of decontamination or cleaning agents with parts of the Professional Sous Vide Circulator or
with any materials contained in it.
CAUTION
When cleaning the unit, only use a damp sponge.
Do not use a sodden wet sponge.
Do not make any part of the
control panel, any exposed control or receptacle or any part of the Professional Sous Vide Circulator excessively wet.
If these receptacles and controls remain wet once electrical power is restored they can create a hazardous situation
sufficient to cause serious injury or risk to life due to electrical shock. Always ensure the unit and in particular all
controls and switches are completely dry before restoring electrical power.
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Turn off the Mains Power Switch
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Unplug the equipment from the mains power supply outlet.
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Using a mild detergent and damp sponge, clean around the element and pump being careful not to knock the over-
temperature safety capillary bulb which is clipped to the element. Pay particular attention to any loose particles
that may lead to or accelerate corrosion.
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The bottom plate of the pump head may be removed by loosening 3 screws with a phillips head screwdriver to allow
access to remove any debris from around the pump impellor. Do not remove the impellor. Refit the pump cover
once clean.
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Once the Professional Sous Vide Circulator is clean, use a soft dry cloth to dry all surfaces of the Professional Sous
Vide Circulator paying particular attention to any controls or switches.
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Once cleaning has been completed, it may be re-installed and operated in accordance with this User Manual.
