Seal-a-Meal Vacuum Food Storage System Reference Manual page 2

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1. Read the instructions carefully.
2. Do not use the Vacuum Food Sealer on wet or hot surfaces, or near a heat source.
3. Always use the Vacuum Food Sealer on a level flat surface.
4. Do not immerse any part of the Vacuum Food Sealer, power cord or plug into water or other liquid.
5. To disconnect, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Do not disconnect by pulling on the cord.
Always unplug the Vacuum Food Sealer before cleaning and when not in use.
6. Do not operate the Vacuum Food Sealer with a damaged power cord or plug.
7. Use extreme caution when using hot liquids. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
8. Do not operate the Vacuum Food Sealer if it malfunctions or is in any way damaged. If the cord or the machine
is damaged, it must be returned to an authorized service center. See warranty for more information.
9. Use the Vacuum Food Sealer only for its intended use.
10. Close supervision is required when this product is used near children.
11. This appliance should not be operated by children.
12. Do not allow the Vacuum Food Sealer to be used as a toy.
13. The Vacuum Food Sealer is not for commercial use. Wait 20 seconds between each cycle. If sealing more than
30 bags in a row, wait at least 25 minutes before continuing to use your vacuum food sealer.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
Do not attempt to service this product. Service should be performed by an authorized service representative.
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord. Extension cords are available and are not prohibited from being used when care is exercised in their
use. When an extension cord is used the marked electrical rating of the extension cord shall be no less than the
marked electrical rating of the appliance. The longer cord shall be arranged so that it does not drape over the
counter-top or tabletop where it is capable of being tripped over, snagged, or pulled on unintentionally, especially
by children.
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. If the plug fits loosely into the AC outlet or if the
AC outlet feels warm do not use that outlet.
START ENJOYING THE BENEFITS OF YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL
VACUUM FOOD STORAGE SYSTEM
Thank you for purchasing this Seal-a-Meal Vacuum Sealer.
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To use your new Seal-a-Meal ® Vacuum Sealer, firmly press down on the lid and when the Hands-Free Indicator Light
illuminates simply remove your hands and let your vacuum sealer do the rest! The machine continues to vacuum and
then automatically seals the bag.
Your unit includes the following:
• Food Sealer
• Starter Bags
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
• Seal-a-Meal Vacuum Sealer makes it easy to close the lid and start the vacuum function.
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• Vacuums and Seals preserving the taste and nutritional value of stored foods.
• Hands-free Indicator Light illuminates when it is safe to remove hands from the lid.
• Sealing Indicator Light illuminates when the appliance is sealing the bag.
• Open/Cancel Button cancels the vacuum and seal process or releases the lid once the vacuum and sealing process are
complete.
KNOW YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL VACUUM FOOD
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STORAGE SYSTEM
Hands-Free Indicator Light
Upper Sealing Gasket
Sealing Indicator Light
Lower Sealing
Gasket
Removable Drip
Tray
Sealing Strip
PREPARING YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL VACUUM FOOD STORAGE
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SYSTEM FOR USE
Carefully unpack your Seal-a-Meal ® Vacuum Sealer and place it on a level surface. Be sure to remove all packing
materials from the inside of the machine.
Clean all parts according to the CARE AND CLEANING section in this manual before first use.
HOW TO MAKE CUSTOM SIZED BAGS
1. Pull enough bag material to hold item to be vacuum packaged, plus 3 inches. With a pair of scissors, cut desired
bag length from Bag Roll. Make sure to cut in a straight line. Plug in Power Cord.
2. Open the Lid. Place one end of cut bag between Sealing Strip
and Lower Sealing Gasket. DO NOT place open end of bag
in the Drip Tray.
3. Close Lid. Position hands on both sides of the Lid. Press firmly
on both sides of the Lid and hold until the motor starts.
NOTE: Sealer will not operate if Lid is not properly closed,
or if open end of bag is placed in the Drip Tray.
4. Continue to hold the Lid. When the Hands-Free
Indicator Light illuminates, it is safe to remove your
hands from the Lid. The unit will continue to vacuum
Open/Cancel Button
and then starts sealing. The Sealing Indicator Light
illuminates when the unit begins sealing the bag.
5. When the motor stops and the Sealing Indicator Light
is no longer illuminated, press the Open/Cancel button.
6. The custom sized bag is ready for vacuum sealing.
NOTE: The Open/Cancel button can also be used to cancel the process mid-cycle and open the Lid. The bag will not
be sealed when doing this.
CAUTION: Make sure you give the appliance time to cool down. Wait at least 20 seconds between seals.
Under very heavy usage, appliance will shut off automatically to prevent overheating. If it does so, wait
20 minutes to allow appliance to cool off.
HOW TO VACUUM SEAL WITH SEAL-A-MEAL
1. Place the items to be sealed into a pre-cut or custom sized bag. Leave at least 3 inches between the contents and
the top of the bag to allow for bag contraction.
2. Open the lid and place the open end of the bag down into the
Drip Tray.
3. Close Lid.
4. To begin the vacuum process, press down firmly on Lid with
Hands-Free Indicator Light
both hands and hold until the Hands-free Indicator Light
illuminates. It is then safe to remove your hands from the Lid.
The unit will continue to vacuum and seal the bag.
5. When the motor stops and the Sealing indicator light is no
longer illuminated, press the Open/Cancel button to release
the lid.
Please Note: Lid will automatically release after several seconds
if you do not push the button.
6. Lift the lid and remove the bag.
7. Gently remove and clean Drip Tray. Drip Tray is top rack dishwasher safe.
BAGS
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