FOOD STORAGE COMPARISON CHART
Freezer
Beef (Steaks, Roasts)
Beef (Ground, Stew Meat)
Lean Fish (Cod, Haddock)
Fatty Fish (Salmon, Sea Trout)
Pork Chops
Poultry
Soups and Sauces
Vegetables
Refrigerator
Cheese
Deli Meats
Fruits (Berries)
Vegetables
Pantry
Cereal
Coffee (Ground)
Cookies (Homemade)
Flour
Nuts
Storage Time with
Conventional Bags &
Wraps
6 – 12 months
3 - 4 months
4 - 6 months
2- 3 months
4 – 6 months
6 – 12 months
2 - 4 months
6 – 9 months
2- 4 weeks
3 – 4 days
1 – 5 days
2 – 7 days
2 -3 months
2 weeks
1 -2 weeks
6 - 8 months
6 - 8 months
Storage Time with
Seal-a-Meal
®
Vacuum
Food Storage System*
2 – 3 years
1 year
2 years
1 year
2 – 3 years
2 – 3 years
1 – 2 years
2 – 3 years
4 – 8 months
7 – 10 days
7 - 14 days
7 – 14 days
6 – 12 months
1 – 2 years
3 – 6 weeks
1 – 2 years
1 - 2 years
Seal-a-Meal
®
Vacuum Food Storage System
Outperforms Conventional Bags & Wraps
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* Seal-a-Meal
®
storage time estimates depend on preparation, quality of food and storage conditions.
Follow the steps below to wall mount your Seal-a-Meal
®
Vacuum Food Sealer. This is for storage only;
do not operate the Vacuum Food Sealer from the wall. Anchors and screws included.
1. Bore two 1/4” holes (11 3/4" apart) along a straight line on the wall.
2. Hammer one screw anchor into each hole.
3. Screw the provided screws into the anchors leaving 3/8” head outside of the wall.
4. Hang Sealer on the screw heads.
NOTE: Mounting is for storage only. Always clean the Removable Drip Tray prior to storing in the wall
mounted position. The Vacuum Food Sealer should not be used while mounted on the wall.
WALL MOUNTING FOR STORAGE
REFILLING THE BAG ROLL
1. Pull out one end of spring loaded bag roll holder.
2. Remove cardboard from empty roll.
3. Slide replacement roll onto holder. Make sure roll is positioned to dispense from the bottom.
4. Place end of holder back into slot.
Replacement parts available at www.seal-a-meal.com or Call: 1-800-557-4825.
1. Place Sealer upside down on a clean, soft surface (such as a towel or cloth). This will protect
the finish from scratches.
2. Using a Phillips head screwdriver remove the two screws from the bottom panel.
3. Replace the old knife blade with the new one.
4. Close the Bottom Panel.
5. Tightly secure the two screws.
CAUTION: Sharp blade.
REPLACING THE BAG CUTTER BLADE
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CARE AND CLEANING (CONT.)
•
Allow bags to dry completely before using.
NOTE: DO NOT reuse bags if they have been used to store raw meats, fish, oily foods or have been
boiled or microwaved.
Cleaning Your Canister
•
Hand wash Canister with warm soapy water, rinse well, and dry thoroughly. Canister Base (NOT
the Lid) is dishwasher safe.
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