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- Page 2 You are about to use one of the most powerful vacuum sealers available. With the help of the VP321, you will now be able to keep food fresh for longer in the refrigerator, freezer or pantry. The VP321 effectively removes air and extends freshness up to five times longer than traditional methods.
- Page 3 For your safety, always follow these basic precautions when using a VacMaster® VP321 Vacuum Sealer: Read all instructions in this User’s Guide before use. Do not use the VP321 on a wet or hot surface, or near a heat source. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse any part of the vacuum sealer, power cord, or plug in water or any other liquid.
- Page 4 Oil must be added to the vacuum pump before using. ® VacMaster model VP321 uses an oil vacuum pump. For shipping purposes there is no oil in the pump. Oil must be added. Adding Oil to Vacuum Pump Turn off and unplug machine to prevent electrocution.
- Page 5 ▫ Delicate foods can be frozen prior to packaging to protect them from getting crushed by the vacuum. ▫ Use VacMaster® Bone Guards to cover an item’s sharp edges to prevent pouch punctures. ▫ Allow foods and liquids to cool before vacuum packaging.
- Page 6 When more space is occupied, there is less air to be removed from the chamber. VP321 Chamber Vacuum Sealer | User Guide ARY, Inc. | 5200 W 110th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211 | www.VacMasterFresh.com | 800-821-7849...
- Page 7 Use with the UP/DOWN buttons. UP/DOWN Buttons - Press to increase or decrease vacuum time, sealing time, or cooling time. VP321 Chamber Vacuum Sealer | User Guide ARY, Inc. | 5200 W 110th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211 | www.VacMasterFresh.com | 800-821-7849...
- Page 8 Do not use machine until oil has been added. Vacuum Pump Maintenance The VP321 vacuum pump requires periodic oil changes. Required oil change schedule: ▫ First oil change: after 25 hours of VP321 usage. ▫ Future oil changes: change oil after every 60 hours of machine usage.
- Page 9 "1" position. The LED Screen on the control panel will illuminate showing a symbol. Set Up - Adjusting the VP321 Timing Controls NOTE: All timing adjustments must be made with the lid lock off and the lid open. To adjust/set the timing controls, press the SET button on the control panel until the required label (Vacuum, Sealing or Cooling) is illuminated.
- Page 10 How to Use Set Up - Adjusting the VP321 Timing Controls Vacuum Time: To increase or decrease the vacuum time, press the SET button until VACUUM is illuminated and then use the UP/DOWN buttons to adjust the vacuum time accordingly. The time setting will display on the LED Screen on the control panel.
- Page 11 Allow 1" to 2" of extra headspace at the top of the pouch to ensure a quality, air-tight seal. The VP321 accepts vacuum chamber pouches up to 10"W x 13"L in size. Fill the pouch and place inside the chamber Fill the pouch with the product to be vacuum packaged and place the pouch inside the chamber.
- Page 12 If the product is vacuumed and sealed tightly, the process is complete. VP321 Chamber Vacuum Sealer | User Guide ARY, Inc. | 5200 W 110th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211 | www.VacMasterFresh.com | 800-821-7849...
- Page 13 Vacuum pouch loses vacuum after being sealed - ▫ Sharp items can poke small holes in pouches. To prevent this, cover sharp edges with a paper towel or VacMaster" Bone Guard and vacuum in a new pouch. ▫ Some fruits and vegetables can release gases (out-gassing) if not properly blanched or frozen before packaging.
- Page 14 Wipe the gasket clean. c. Wipe the seal area clean. ▫ DO NOT store the VP321 outside. ▫ DO NOT use any acetone-based or abrasive cleaners on the lid or other plastic parts. Only clean lid with a damp cloth and mild soap.
- Page 15 NOTE: Beef and other proteins may look darker after being vacuum packaged. This is due to the removal of oxygen and is not an indication of spoilage. ▫ All perishable foods must be refrigerated or frozen. VP321 Chamber Vacuum Sealer | User Guide ARY, Inc. | 5200 W 110th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211 | www.VacMasterFresh.com | 800-821-7849...
- Page 16 Lid Gasket Lower Platen for Lid 979352 Top Bar 979426 Seal Pad 979305 Teflon Tape 979306 VP321 Chamber Vacuum Sealer | User Guide ARY, Inc. | 5200 W 110th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211 | www.VacMasterFresh.com | 800-821-7849...
- Page 17 Seal Bar Tension Blocks Tension Block Screws Vacuum Chamber Piston Assembly 979380 Inlet Ring* Inner Inlet Ring* Exhaust Tube* VP321 Chamber Vacuum Sealer | User Guide ARY, Inc. | 5200 W 110th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211 | www.VacMasterFresh.com | 800-821-7849...
- Page 18 VP321 Part List - Interior VP321 Chamber Vacuum Sealer | User Guide ARY, Inc. | 5200 W 110th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211 | www.VacMasterFresh.com | 800-821-7849...
- Page 19 979159 Distribution Air Block Vacuum Pump 979320 Circuit Board Port Frame for Wire Holder Wiring Port VP321 Chamber Vacuum Sealer | User Guide ARY, Inc. | 5200 W 110th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211 | www.VacMasterFresh.com | 800-821-7849...
- Page 20 Buckle on Cover Rear Cover Power Switch Bracket 979137 Power Switch 979138 Decal, Instrument Panel 979122 VP321 Chamber Vacuum Sealer | User Guide ARY, Inc. | 5200 W 110th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211 | www.VacMasterFresh.com | 800-821-7849...
- Page 21 Register your product and get support at www.VacMasterFresh.com/warranty.htm VP321 Chamber Vacuum Sealer | User Guide ARY, Inc. | 5200 W 110th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211 | www.VacMasterFresh.com | 800-821-7849...
- Page 22 Notes VP321 Chamber Vacuum Sealer | User Guide ARY, Inc. | 5200 W 110th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211 | www.VacMasterFresh.com | 800-821-7849...
- Page 23 Notes VP321 Chamber Vacuum Sealer | User Guide ARY, Inc. | 5200 W 110th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211 | www.VacMasterFresh.com | 800-821-7849...
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