folded paper towel near the inside
top of the bag. For powdery or
fine-grained foods avoid overfilling
bags.
•
Pre-freeze fruits and blanch
vegetables before vacuum sealing
for best results.
•
Liquids need to be cooled before
vacuum sealing. Hot liquids will
bubble up and over the top of the
bag or jar when vacuum sealed.
Note: A jar attachment is
necessary for sealing jars.
•
Store perishable foods in the
freezer or refrigerator. Vacuum
sealing extends the shelf life of
foods, but does not preserve them.
•
Pantry items such as flour, rice, mixes
for cakes and pancakes, all stay
fresher longer when vacuum packed.
Nuts and condiments maintain their
flavor while rancidity is kept out.
•
Vacuum sealers can keep camping
supplies (such as matches, first aid
kits and clothing) clean and dry,
keep flares for auto emergencies
ready, and keep silver and
collectibles untarnished.
•
Frozen bags can be use for ice in
the cooler, or ice packs for sports
injuries. Fill a bag about 2/3 full
with water, seal the end (don’t
vacuum) then freeze.
• Your appliance works best with
bags that are made specifically for
vacuum sealing. The appliance can
seal other bag types, such as
packaging for potato chips.
USE
WITH CAUTION WHEN TRYING
OTHER BAG TYPES. THIN PLASTIC
IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
TROUBLESHOOTING
VACUUM SEALER HAS NO POWER
• Check to see that the vacuum
sealer is plugged in. Test electrical
outlet by plugging in another
appliance.
• Vacuum sealer will shut off
automatically if overheated. Allow
to cool down for 15 minutes and
try again.
• Check power cord and plug for
damage. If damaged, do not use the
vacuum sealer.
VACUUM SEALER DOES NOT
PERFORM FIRST SEAL ON THE BAG
• Make sure bag or roll is properly
positioned as described on page 4
of the operating instructions.
VACUUM SEALER DOES NOT PULL A
COMPLETE VACUUM IN BAGS
• To seal properly, open end of bag
should be resting entirely inside
vacuum chamber area.
• Check seal bar and gaskets for
debris and position. Wipe clean and
smooth them back into place.
• Vacuum sealer bag may have a leak.
To test, seal the bag with some air
in it, submerge in water, and apply
pressure. Bubbles indicate a leak.
Reseal or use another bag.
VACUUM SEALER NOT SEALING
BAG PROPERLY
• Should bag seal melt, it may be
necessary to lift the Lid and allow
the Seal Bar to cool for a few
minutes. Remove seal area and
repeat process.
• If seal is not fully melted, remove
seal area and repeat process.
VACUUM SEALER LOSES VACUUM
AFTER BEING SEALED
• Leaks along the seal can be caused
by wrinkles, crumbs, grease or
liquids. Reopen bag, wipe the top
inside of the bag and smooth it out
along the sealing strip before
resealing.
• Check the bag for a puncture or
hole which may have released the
vacuum. Cushion sharp edges in the
contents of the bag with paper
towels.
ONE YEAR LIMITED
WARRANTY
Your product warranty is good for
one year from date of purchase
against all defects in material and
workmanship. Should your product
prove defective within one year
from date of purchase or receipt,
return the unit, freight prepaid,
along with an explanation of the
claim. Please package your product
carefully in its original box and
packing material to avoid damage
in transit. We are not responsible
for any damage caused to the
product in return shipment. Under
this warranty, we undertake to
repair or replace any parts found to
be defective.
This warranty is only valid if the
product is used solely for household
purposes in accordance with the
instructions. This warranty is invalid
if the unit is connected to an
unsuitable electrical supply, or
dismantled or interfered with in any
way or damaged through misuse.
We ask that you kindly fill in the
details on your warranty card and
return it within one week from date
of purchase. Send warranty card to
:
BD8173
• Premium Vacuum Sealer
C/O MW
PO Box 237
Two Rivers, WI 54241-0237
