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T RO U B L E S H O OT I N G
Problem
Troubleshooting
The appliance
vacuums the
bag but does
not seal
The bag
inflates after
vacuuming
The appliance
seals but does
not vacuum
The bag melts
•
Check that the sealing time is set. If not, please set the sealing time.
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Check the heating element for damage. If damaged, take it to be repaired by an
approved engineer.
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Check the sealing strip for damage. If damaged, please exchange the sealing strip,
ensuring it is correctly installed.
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Check that the edge of the bag is free from liquid. Remove and try again.
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Foods which corrode easily must be frozen or refrigerated after vacuuming to prolong
its shelf life (vacuuming does not guarantee that foods will never spoil).
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Does the vacuum package contain fresh fruit, vegetables or seeds? Fresh fruit,
vegetables and seeds are not suitable for room-temperature storage after vacuuming.
They should be stored in the refrigerator.
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Check that the vacuuming time is set. If not, please set the vacuuming time.
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Check the bag for sharp or bulky angles. Please pack any sharp edges with safe paper
before vacuuming the food
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Check that the edge of the bag is free from liquid. Remove and try again
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Check the sealing strip for damage. If damaged, please exchange the sealing strip,
ensuring it is correctly installed.
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Check that the sealing time has not been set for too long.
D I S P O S A L O F T H E D E V I C E
Protection of the Environment
At the end of the life of your product, it should go to a specially adapted waste-recycling centre.
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as
household waste. Instead it should be taken to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for
the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more detailed information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local council
office or your household waste disposal service.
Sealing bar/Lid gasket/Rubber strip replacement is not covered under warranty.
