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FOOD STORAGE COMPARISON CHART

Freezer
Beef  (Steaks, Roasts)
Beef (Ground, Stew Meat)
Lean Fish (Cod, Haddock)
Fatty Fish (Salmon, Sea Trout)
Pork Chops
Poultry
Soups and Sauces
Vegetables 
Refrigerator
Cheese 
Deli Meats
Fruits (Berries)
Vegetables 
Pantry 
Cereal
Coffee (Ground)
Cookies (Homemade)
Flour
Nuts

Storage Time with

Conventional Bags &

Wraps

6 – 12 months
3 - 4 months
4 - 6 months 
2- 3 months 
4 – 6 months 
6 – 12 months
2 - 4 months
6 – 9 months

2- 4 weeks
3 – 4 days
1 – 5 days
2 – 7 days

2 -3 months 
2 weeks
1 -2 weeks 
6 - 8 months
6 - 8 months

Storage Time with

Seal-a-Meal

®

Vacuum

Food Storage System*

2 – 3 years
1 year
2 years
1 year
2 – 3 years
2 – 3 years
1 – 2 years
2 – 3 years

4 – 8 months
7 – 10 days
7 - 14 days
7 – 14 days

6 – 12 months
1 – 2 years
3 – 6 weeks
1 – 2 years
1 - 2 years

Seal-a-Meal

®

Vacuum Food Storage System 

Outperforms Conventional Bags & Wraps 

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* Seal-a-Meal

®

storage time estimates depend on preparation, quality of food and storage conditions.

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Follow the steps below to wall mount your Seal-a-Meal

®

Vacuum Food Sealer. This is for storage only;

do not operate the Vacuum Food Sealer from the wall. Anchors and screws included. 

1. Bore two 1/4” holes ( 8 3/8" apart) along a straight line on the wall, either vertically or horizontally.
2. Hammer one screw anchor into each hole. 
3. Screw the provided screws into the anchors leaving 3/8” head outside of the wall.
4. Hang Sealer on the screw heads.  

NOTE: Mounting is for storage only. Always clean the Removable Nozzle/Drip Tray prior to storing in
the wall mounted position. The Vacuum Food Sealer should not be used while mounted on the wall. 

WALL MOUNTING FOR STORAGE

REFILLING THE BAG ROLL 

1. Pull out one end of spring loaded bag roll holder.
2. Remove cardboard from empty roll.
3. Slide replacement roll onto holder. Make sure roll is positioned to dispense from the bottom. 
4. Place end of holder back into slot. 

Replacement parts available at www.seal-a-meal.com or Call: 1-800-557-4825.

1. Open bag roll cover. 

2. With a Phillips head screwdriver, unscrew the Replacement Blade door.

3. Remove the blade door.
4. Replace the old knife blade with the new one.
5. Replace the door.
6. Tightly secure the screw. 

CAUTION: Sharp blade.

REPLACING THE BAG CUTTER BLADE

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Summary of Contents for Seal-a-Meal VS120

Page 1: ...ranteed for a period of 1 year as follows 1 Within the first 30 days from date of purchase the store from which you purchased your product should replace this product if it is defective in material or workmanship provided the store has in stock replacement If you intend to assert any claim in connection with the product please follow the instructions in paragraph F 2 Within the first twelve months...

Page 2: ...s not fit fully into the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way If the plug fits loosely into the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm do not use that outlet START ENJOYING THE BENEFITS OF YOUR SEAL A MEAL VACUUM FOOD STORAGE SYSTEM No more creative packaging to protect your food stop double wrapping squeezi...

Page 3: ... ready for vacuum sealing HOW TO MAKE A CUSTOM SIZED BAG Vac uum Sea l Your Seal a Meal Vacuum Food Sealer can be used with pre cut bags bag rolls and accessories Seal a Meal multi layer bags can be frozen refrigerated boiled are microwave safe and reusable NOTE DO NOT reuse bags if they have been used to store raw meats fish oily foods or have been boiled or microwaved KNOW YOUR SEAL A MEAL VACUU...

Page 4: ... use If sealing more than 30 bags or canisters in a row wait at least 25 minutes before continuing to use your Vacuum Food Sealer Food Muffins Bread Bagels Berries Quantity 1 4 4 Slices 8 Slices 1 4 1 Pint Bag Size Quart Gallon Quart Gallon Quart Gallon Quart If making a custom sized bag use these dimensions Quart 8 x 11 5 Gallon 11 x 14 5 If you are sealing very delicate foods or see that the foo...

Page 5: ...dry 5 Replace Lock n Seal Nozzle Cleaning the Bags Wash bags in warm soapy water Bags can be washed in the dishwasher if desired Turn bags inside out and spread them over the top rack Allow bags to dry completely before using NOTE DO NOT reuse bags if they have been used to store raw meats fish oily foods or have been boiled or microwaved CARE AND CLEANING 9 SEALING MOIST FOODS 8 When sealing mois...

Page 6: ...r storage only do not operate the Vacuum Food Sealer from the wall Anchors and screws included 1 Bore two 1 4 holes 8 3 8 apart along a straight line on the wall either vertically or horizontally 2 Hammer one screw anchor into each hole 3 Screw the provided screws into the anchors leaving 3 8 head outside of the wall 4 Hang Sealer on the screw heads NOTE Mounting is for storage only Always clean t...

Page 7: ...e sealing strip region Note In the event the bag does not seal the seal button can be manually pressed during the vacuum process at any time by pressing the seal button to seal the bag 12 PREPARE MEALS IN ADVANCE Prepare large quantities of food and then divide into smaller portions that work for you and your family Seal in bags for tomorrow next week next month etc Easily reheat by placing bag di...

Page 8: ... fresh lemon juice Combine all ingredients in a food processor using the pulse button or the low speed or mix ingredients in a bowl Do not over process visible pieces of rosemary should remain Works best with lamb chicken or pork CITRUS MARINADE Zest of 1 lemon reserve the juice 2 tbs Ginger root chopped Zest of 1 orange reserve the juice 4 garlic cloves 1 4 cup of Soy sauce 1 4 cup of honey Combi...

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