. Power Light:
The
Power Light will remain illuminated when the Vacuum Sealer
is connected to the power supply.
. Normal / Extended Switch:
The Normal or Extended Switch is used for
adjusting the seal time when vacuum sealing thicker bags or bags with moisture.
. Vacuum & Seal Button:
The Vacuum & Seal Button starts the Vacuum
Pump
, which engages the air evacuation process and engages the Seal Bar Heating
Element.
. Seal Button:
This button will start the
Seal Bar
at any time. ONLY push this
button while the Vacuum Pump is running.
. Vacuum Only Button:
Press the Vacuum Only Button when using any
external accessories (sold separately), via the Vacuum Hose Port. It is also used
when vacuum sealing crushable or fragile items to monitor the amount of air being
removed from the vacuum bag.
. Cancel Button:
The Cancel Button
stops the vacuum/seal process at any time
in the cycle.
CONTROL PANEL
Figure 3
WARNING!
Before cleaning, assembling or disassembling the
Vacuum Sealer, make sure the Vacuum Sealer is OFF and the PLUG IS
REMOVED FROM THE OUTLET/POWER SOURCE!
Figure 3
NOTE:
The
Vacuum Sealer
is ONLY intended to be used with
VACUUM BAGS. For
best results, only use the recommended vacuum bags with an embossed or mesh lining.
DO NOT USE HOUSEHOLD BAGS!
Any other uses of the
Vacuum Sealer,
other
than the uses described in this booklet, could potentially damage the appliance and void
the warranty!
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Q: My Vacuum Sealer shut off and will not start again.
1.
The Thermal Overload Protector may have been activated. In this case, allow the
Vacuum Sealer to cool by opening the Vacuum Lid for approximately 20 minutes. Be
sure to leave the Vacuum Lid open between bag sealing.
Q: The Sealing Bar melts through the bag.
1. The Vacuum Sealer is only intended to be used with vacuum sealing bags. Vacuum
Bags should be used. DO NOT USE HOUSEHOLD BAGS with the Vacuum Sealer.
2. Check the condition of the Seal Bar Tape strips. Replace if needed.
3. Open the Vacuum Lid and allow the sealing bar to cool for 5-10 minutes. Always leave
the Vacuum Lid open between bags, and allow at least 20 seconds between cycles.
4. If none of the above steps remedy the situation, contact Customer Service.
Q: The bag seal pulls apart.
1. The seal of the bag may be incomplete. If the seal has a crease in it, or if a liquid
or powder has been trapped between the layers of the bag, the layers may not have
been welded together properly. Cut the seal off and wipe the inside of the bag clean.
Then, try to vacuum seal the package again. When sealing a moist or powdery food,
insert a paper towel into the bag above the food before vacuum packaging. The
paper towel will prevent the food from interfering with the seal. See the “Vacuum
Packaging Guidelines” in this booklet for helpful tips.
2. If none of the above steps remedy the situation, contact Customer Service.
Q:
The Vacuum Pump starts, but no air is being remove from the
vacuum bag.
1.
For the best results, always use vacuum
bags.
2.
Be sure that the bag is inserted
properly. The open end of the bag
should be centered within the Oval
Vacuum Seal. Be sure not to cover the
Vacuum Port opening (Figure 6).
3.
The bag may have a leak. If there is a
leak in the bag, air will be pulled into the
bag from the outside. Check for tears or
punctures. If you are using a bag that was
made from a roll of material, double check
that the seal on the end of the bag is welded
closed.
4. Slight pressure on the Vacuum Lid may be necessary to create a seal at the begin-
ning of the vacuum process.
5. If none of the above steps remedy the situation, contact Customer Service.
Figure 6
Leave 2”
Seal
Space
Vacuum
Ports
