3. Clean and straighten the open end of the bag before sealing. Make sure nothing is left on
the open area of the bag. No wrinkles or creased lines should appear on the open panel.
Foreign objects or creases may cause difficulty when sealing.
4. Before the vacuum process begins, press the bag to allow extra air to escape. Too much
air inside the bag increases the vacuum pump load and may result in insufficient motor
power to draw away all the air inside the bag.
5. Do not vacuum-package items with sharp points like bones and hard shells which may
penetrate the bag. Wrap pointy or hard items with a paper towel first.
6. Let the machine rest for 1 minute between sealing jobs.
7. If the required vacuum power is not achieved, the machine will shut automatically after
60 seconds. Please check the bag for improper placement or any leaks.
8. Make sure the foam gaskets around the vacuum chamber are clean and free of any
obstructions, cracks, or deformities. When this happens, take it out and wash and dry it
thoroughly, or replace it with a new one.
9. During the vacuum packaging process, small amounts of liquids, crumbs or food particles
can inadvertently be pull into the vacuum chamber, clogging the pump and damaging your
appliance. To avoid this, freeze moist and juicy foods first before sealing bags, or place
a folded paper towel near the inside top of the bag. For powdery or fine-grained foods,
avoid overfilling bags. You may also place a coffee filter inside before vacuum packaging.
10. Refrigerate or freeze perishable foods properly, and consume them immediately
after
heating.
11. Pre-freeze fruits and blanch vegetables before vacuum packaging for best results.
12. Liquids need to be cooled before vacuum packing.
13. Store perishable foods in the freezer or refrigerator.
14. Fill a bag about 2/3 with water. Seal the bag (don't vacuum). Freeze the bag and use it in
a cooler, or for ice packs for sports injuries.
15. Many foods, such as cheese and deli meats, are sold pre-packed in commercial vacuum
bags. Now you can maintain the taste and freshness of these foods by re-packaging
them with vacuum-sealed bags after the original food packaging has been opened.
16. Panty 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.
17. Do not put a sealed bag into a microwave oven or into hot water to heat.
18. Cook foods in advance for parties, picnics or camping trips and vacuum-seal individual
portions or entire meals.
19. Package dry foods, such as beans, nuts, and cereals, to last longer.
20. The vacuum sealer can also be used to store and protect other items such as photos,
important documents, stamp collections, jewelry, cards, and medicines. Keep small
clothing items, bandages, and first aid items dry and clean.
Note: After vacuum-sealing, always keep the machine cover open. Failure to do will
damage the gaskets.
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