Globe GVP20, Instruction Manual

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This equipment is designed to provide safe and productive packaging of food products as long as the equipment
is used in accordance with the instructions in this manual and is properly maintained. Importantly, unless the
operator is adequately trained and supervised there is a possibility of serious injury. Owners of this equipment
bear the responsibility to make certain that this equipment is used properly and safely, to strictly follow all the
instructions contained in this manual and the requirements of local, state or federal law.
Owners should not permit anyone to touch this equipment unless they are over 18 years old, are adequately
trained and supervised, and have read and understand this manual. Owners should also ensure that no
customers, children, visitors or other unauthorized personnel come in contact with this equipment. Please
remember that we cannot anticipate every circumstance or environment in which our equipment will be operated.
It is the responsibility of the owner and the operator to remain alert to any hazards posed by the function of this
equipment and all moving parts. If you are ever uncertain about a particular task or the proper method of operating
this equipment, ask your supervisor.
To prevent illness caused by the spread of food-borne pathogens, it is important to properly clean and sanitize the
entire vacuum packaging machine as any surface of the vacuum packaging machine can become contaminated. It
is the responsibility of the vacuum packaging machine owner/operator to follow all guidelines, instructions and laws
as established by your local and state health departments and the manufacturers of chemical sanitizers.
When cleaning your vacuum packaging machine, pay particular attention to cracks, broken seams and any area
that may collect food debris. If your vacuum packaging machine, or any of its parts, are damaged or broken, it may
become more difficult to properly clean and sanitize the unit. If your vacuum packaging machine is damaged or
needs repair, contact an experienced service individual immediately to ensure the vacuum packaging machine can
be properly sanitized. If you have any questions, please contact Globe at 866-260-0522.
Throughout the manual you will see warnings to help alert you to potential hazards and to help promote safe use of
this equipment.
Warnings affecting your personal safety are indicated by:
Warnings related to possible damage to the equipment are indicated by:
Make certain that the instruction manual is available for easy reference by any operator. English and French
language warning labels have been placed on the vacuum packaging machine. If the warning labels or this
manual are misplaced, damaged, or illegible, or if you require additional copies, please contact your nearest
representative or the factory directly for these items at no charge.
Please remember that neither this manual nor the warning labels replace the need to be alert, to properly train and
supervise operators, and to use common sense when using this equipment.
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