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Press Food button (4) to decide between dry and moist food.
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Press Stop button (2) for one second, the button light switches on.
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Press the Seal/Vacuum button (3), the button light switches on; when it turns off, the processes are
completed. Press the release buttons (10) to open the lid.
3. HINTS FOR A BETTER USE
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Do not put too much food in the bag and leave at least 5cm empty space before sealing.
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Do not wet the open end of the bag since this would cause difficulties during sealing.
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There are many non-food uses for vacuum packaging (store camping items such as matches, first aid kit or
keep clean and dry clothing, protect from dust some collectors items etc...).
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Clean and straighten open end of bag before sealing. Foreign materials can cause difficulties while sealing.
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Do not leave too much air inside the bag: press the bag before vacuuming.
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Do not store anything with sharp points (such as fish bones, hard shells etc...), sharp points can penetrate
and tear the bag!
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Fill a bag with about 2/3 of water, seal the end (no vacuum), freeze it and use the ice bag for body injuries,
muscle aches etc...
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To seal and put vacuum food intended to be frozen, it is necessary to leave two inches longer gaps to allow
the expansion during freezing. We recommend that you put the meat or fish on a paper towel and vacuum
with the paper towel in the bag since this will help to absorb the moisture from foods.
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Before storing in the freezer foods such as pancakes or burgers, it is advisable to divide them using
parchment paper and stack the pieces before you close and vacuum the bag.
4. GENERAL SAFETY RULES IN FOOD STORAGE
Before using the vacuum machine, you must thoroughly wash your hands, all utensils and surfaces used for
cutting and preparing food.
Refrigerate or freeze perishable foods immediately and do not leave them at room temperature.
The shelf life of dried foods such as nuts or grains stored and vacuumed will increase if stored in a dry place
away from direct light.
The oxygen and heat can cause rancidity of high-in-fat foods, so it is advisable to vacuum, seal and stored
them if you do not want to eat them soon. Before vacuuming fruits and vegetables (such as apples, bananas,
potatoes and root vegetables), it is recommended to peel them.
If you want to vacuum, seal and store some vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower and fresh cabbage, you
need to blanch and freeze these foods before to keep them cool.
If perishable foods have been heated, thawed or non-defrosted, you need to consume them immediately.
The most suitable way to defrost food is to put it in the refrigerator until thoroughly unfrozen. It is not
advisable to defrost food in hot water, in the oven or in the microwave oven.
Will be harmful if you consume foods that have been left at room temperature for more than a couple of
hours, especially if they have been prepared with a thick sauce, vacuumed or stored in some oxygen-poor
environment. To cool the temperature of the food quickly, evenly distribute the vacuum bags throughout the
refrigerator or freezer.
CLEANING
Unplug the unit and wait until the complete cooling down of each part before starting cleaning
operations
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Do not use abrasive cleaners as this may scratch the surface of the unit. Clean the exterior with a damp
cloth or sponge and mild soap. To clean the inside of the unit, wipe away any food with a paper towel.
Thoroughly dry all parts before using the appliance again.
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The vacuum bags can be washed by hand or in the top rack of the dishwasher to be used multiple times.
Dry thoroughly before using.
TECHNICAL FEATURES
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Power supply: AC 220-240V, 50-60Hz. Power 110W
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Automatic safety power-off
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