· If the seal is not fully welded, increase the sealing time.
· If the sealing material sticks to the sealing pad, decrease the
congealing time.
· If the width of the seal is not perfect or does not match the
size of the element, increase the congealing time. When
sealing/timer light turns off, keep pressing the sealing arm
down for an additional 2-3 seconds. For a high quality seal,
seals must cool under pressure. We usually recommend a
congeal setting of at least 2x that of the heat setting but every
bag will have variations. Thicker materials will require a
longer cool (congealing) time.
· Always keep the sealer clean. Remove any residue found on
the platform and PTFE cover. Silicone spray may be used for
this purpose.
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When replacing the heating elements, always replace the
PTFE adhesive under the heating element. A worn PTFE
adhesive can cause the heating element to break prematurely.
The PTFE adhesive works as a barrier between the body of
the sealer and the element. Never allow the element to come
in direct contact with the sealer body as that will damage the
timer.
· Occasionally check the condition of the silicone sponge/com
pression foam for wear or burns. A damaged silicone rubber
will affect the quality of the seal.
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Be sure to unplug the unit before replacing any parts.
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The following maintenance procedures should be followed to
ensure the longevity of your hand sealer.
Inspection and Cleaning
Inspect your machine daily.
· Use a clean cloth to remove any plastic residue remaining on
the top PTFE cloth.
· When replacing the elements, always check the condition of
the bottom PTFE adhesive.
· Check the condition of the silicone rubber for wear and burns.
· A damaged silicone rubber will affect the quality of the seal.
Replacement Kit Instructions
Our hand sealers will require new heating elements and PTFE
from time to time. Heating elements will break through wear
and tear. A good rule of thumb is to replace the bottom PTFE
adhesive every time you change your heating element. The top
PTFE cover prevents the plastic or other thermoplastic
material you are sealing from sticking to the heating element.
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