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Vacuum Sealing System

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Control Panel

1.   Seal/Cancel    

This button performs two functions:

i. 

Vacuuming and sealing bags - press this 
button to begin operation

ii. 

Cancelling current operation of 
the appliance 

2. Pressure 

This button offers the choice of two different 
vacuum pressures:

i. Normal:

 for items that will not crush or 

damage easily such as meat, coffee beans, 
nuts and hard vegetables

ii. 

 

Gentle:

 for delicate items such as 

strawberries, soft cheese, pastries
and cakes

NOTE:

 

Default setting is NORMAL. Check settings 

are suitable for bag contents before vacuum 
sealing. Once settings are changed, appliance will 

NOT

 revert back to default settings during use

3. Food

This button is used for adjusting the heat 
sealing timing 

Setting options:

• Dry:

 suitable for dry contents and items 

without moisture (e.g. coffee beans, nuts). 
This setting has a shorter sealing time

• Moist:

 suitable for moist foods 

(e.g. cheese, pastries) This setting has 
a longer sealing time

Below is an indication of vacuum pressures 
applied based on settings selected:

•  normal (pressure) and dry (food) settings: 

-80Kpa (maximum)

•  gentle (pressure) and dry (food) settings:  

-41Kpa(maximum)

•  normal (pressure) and moist (food) settings: 

-82Kpa (maximum)

•  gentle (pressure) and moist (food) settings: 

-44Kpa (maximum)

NOTE:

 

Default setting is DRY setting with shorter 

seal time

4. Canister

This function allows the vacuuming of canisters 
using a hose attachment (canisters and hose 
attachment sold separately) 

5. Marinate

This function provides a pre-determined sequence 
of vacuuming pulses that create optimum fl avor 
infusion in a quick and effi cient manner - for use 
with canisters only 

6. Seal Only 

This button performs two functions:

i. 

 Manually seals the open end of a bag without 
vacuuming; use this button when making 
a bag

ii. 

Allows the operator to control the vacuum 
pressure to avoid crushing delicate items 
during vacuuming

NOTE:

 

When the automatic “ Seal” 

function is in use, pressing the “Seal Only” button 
stops the motor pump and immediately starts to 
seal the bag

7. LED 

Indicators 

Indicates the status of vacuum or seal process 
and the current appliance settings selected

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3

5

2

1

7

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Summary of Contents for PRI5500

Page 1: ...User Manual and Product Specifications Part No PRI5500 Vacuum Sealing System ...

Page 2: ...use burns to skin Keep vacuum bags and rolls away from children If power cord or plug becomes damaged stop using the appliance immediately and have it repaired by a professional repairer only Do not use vacuumed bags in microwaves or for boil in bag cooking Any repairs required to the appliance are to be completed by a professional repairer only DO NOT attempt to repair this appliance yourself Do ...

Page 3: ...owledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance or vacuum bags Do not use the appliance for a long continuous period as this may cause over heating and potential damage to it Allow appliance to cool before continuing BENEFITS OF VA...

Page 4: ... time Below is an indication of vacuum pressures applied based on settings selected normal pressure and dry food settings 80Kpa maximum gentle pressure and dry food settings 41Kpa maximum normal pressure and moist food settings 82Kpa maximum gentle pressure and moist food settings 44Kpa maximum NOTE Default setting is DRY setting with shorter seal time 4 Canister This function allows the vacuuming...

Page 5: ...n airtight vacuum chamber The lower gasket must be free of any damage in order for the appliance to operate correctly Contact our Sales Department for replacement part if required 7 Sealing Element Teflon coated heating element may become hot during use avoid contact during use 8 Bag Cutter Allows bag to be cut from enclosed bag roll Slide cutter across in order to cut bag to required length Can a...

Page 6: ...to place 5 Select vacuum pressure normal or gentle and food type dry or moist If food type or vacuum pressure is not selected default settings will be activated NOTE Check settings are suitable for bag contents before vacuum sealing Once settings are changed appliance will NOT revert back to default settings during use 6 Press Vacuum and Seal button to commence sealing process Appliance will vacuu...

Page 7: ...ghly after each use TO MARINATE FOOD To be used in conjunction with canisters 1 Prepare enough marinade to fully cover food 2 Leave enough space between food and top of canister so it can be sealed properly 3 Appliance lid MUST be closed and locked in place before continuing 4 Select Marinate button on control panel 5 Appliance will begin the marinade process and stop once it has been completed 6 ...

Page 8: ...ean before vacuum sealing Refrigerate or freeze perishable foods immediately after vacuum sealing Vegetables such as broccoli cauliflour or cabbage emit gases when refrigerated Blanch or freeze these vegetables before vacuum sealing Some fruits and vegetables such as apples bananas or potatoes will have longer shelf lives if they are peeled before vacuum sealing Factors such as temperature moistur...

Page 9: ...long period of use you may need to rest the appliance for about 15 minutes before continuing Check for and remove any liquid spillage or food residue in the vacuum chamber after each use sealing strip and lower gasket can easily be removed from unit for cleaning Warm soapy water may be used to carefully wipe away spillage or food residue To remove cutter rack press one side of cutter in and lift o...

Page 10: ... damage Appliance does not seal after vacuuming Check gaskets and sealing strips for any damage Wipe clean and retry Check bag for any leaks Vacuum is released This may depend on contents of bag Some foods such as garlic or onions release gas which may expand the bag Check bag is free of holes try a new bag The following spare parts are available Lower gasket and sealing strip set contains 1 x low...

Page 11: ... 2 C 3 5 months 1 year Peanut Legume 25 2 C 3 6 months 1 year Medical Material 25 2 C 3 6 months 1 year Tea 25 2 C 5 6 months 1 year Note The above information is for guideline purposes only Check condition of food before cooking or consumption 5320 Warranty Statement Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law You are entitled to a replacement or refun...

Page 12: ...Distributed by PRIMUS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD Bundoora Victoria 3083 www primusaustralia com au PRI6641 ...

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