Vacuum Packing in Bags
Place the machine on a flat level work surface. You will need to allow enough space in front of the
machine to lay the bag flat and you may find it easier to place a one inch high cutting board or
something similar underneath the bag to keep it as flat as possible.
1. Plug-in the machine and switch it on using switch (C). The switch should light-up red. If not then
check both the power supply and fuse.
2. You should choose a bag that is the correct size. Allow an inch or so on either side of the item
you want to pack and at least 2-3 inches at the top of the bag.
3. Set the vacuum pump control switch (R) to “II”.
4. Set the rotary switch (L) which controls the bag sealing time to 5.
5. Place the item in the bag and place the bag with the rough/embossed side down. Lift the front
of the machine and place the top of the bag into the bag locator (F).
K. Liquid trap with pressure release valve
L. Duration of bag sealing time
M. Light indicator bag sealing
N. Vacuum pressure indicator
P. Bag sealing switch
R. Control of vacuum pump
I =
Vacuum pump ON for use with pump attachment
O =
Vacuum pump OFF
II =
Automatic engagement vacuum pump when lid is closed
Operation manual – January 2014 – © by la.va
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It is vital that the top of the bag is correctly located with the full width of the bag
inside the bag
locator. Failure to locate the bag properly is the most common cause of problems with Lava
machines.
Bag
Locator
Side View
K
M
N
L
P R
