10
Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Overheat warning light
O
comes on The unit has overheated. Wait until the overheat warning light goes out before using.
Pump operates for more than 2
minutes without air being removed.
Make sure the open end of the bag is inserted into the drip tray.
Check to make sure both gaskets are fitted properly.
Check to make sure that at least one end of the bag is sealed.
Open the unit and check to make sure that there are no foreign objects, dirt or debris on the upper or
lower gaskets.
Make sure there is enough room at the top of the bag (75 mm) so it will fit into the drip tray with lid
closed and latched.
Make sure the accessory hose is not attached.
Make sure the lid is fully closed (the green band is showing around the latch and the green power
light is on).
Bag is not sealing properly.
There is too much liquid in the bag. Freeze the bag contents before vacuuming.
To prevent wrinkles in the seal, gently stretch the bag flat while inserting the bag into the drip tray
and continue to hold bag until vacuum pump starts.
Create a second seal above the first seal on the bag to ensure a proper seal when sealing moist
foods.
Nothing happens when latch is
closed and Vacuum and Seal button
or Seal Only button is pressed.
Make sure the lid is fully closed (the green band is showing around the latch and the green power
light is on).
Care and Cleaning
Never immerse the unit or power cord and plug in water or any
other liquid. Always unplug the unit before cleaning.
Wipe over the body of the appliance with a soft, dry cloth.
Remove and empty the drip tray
B
after each use. Wash it in warm
soapy water or place it in the top rack of a dishwasher. Dry thoroughly
before refitting.
Check the upper gasket
A
, lower gasket
D
and around the drip
tray to make sure they are free from food debris. Wipe the gaskets
with a warm soapy cloth if needed. The gaskets may be removed for
cleaning. Clean them with warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly then
carefully refit.
Storage
Close the lid to the first ‘click’ until the latches catch but don’t pop out
and reveal the green band. This is enough to secure the lid but avoids
compressing the gaskets (which may cause incorrect functioning of
the unit).
Wrap the cable around the cleats underneath the unit. The unit can
be stored stood upright as shown.
