Deni FRESHLOCK 1631 Instructions Manual

INSTRUCTIONS

FOR PROPER USE AND CARE

IMPORTANT!

Please keep these instructions and

your original box packaging.

FRESHLOCK

®

Vacuum Sealer

Model #1631

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■ To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse plug, cord

or motor top in water or any other liquid.

■ Do not use an extension cord with this ice cream maker.

However, if one is used, it must have a rating equal to or
exceeding the rating of this appliance.

■ This unit is for household use only.

■ The Freshlock Vacuum Sealer has a polarized plug (one

blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polar­ized outlet only one way, as a safety feature. Reverse the
plug if the plug does not fit fully in the outlet. Contact a qual­ified electrician if it still does not fit. Do not attempt to defeat
this safety feature.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using this electrical appliance, safety precautions
should always be observed, including the following:

■ Read all of the instructions before use.

■ Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the work space or

touch any hot surfaces.

■ Place the oven securely in the center of the counter or work

space.

■ Close adult supervision must be provided when this

appliance is used by or near children.

■ Avoid any contact with moving parts. Fingers, hair, clothing,

etc. should be kept away during operation.

■ Using attachments not recommended or sold by

Deni/Keystone Manufacturing Co., Inc. may cause hazards.

■ Do not operate with a damaged cord. Return the unit to a

repair center or have it repaired by a licensed electrician.

■ Always unplug before cleaning and removing parts.

■ For indoor use only.

■ Do not place near hot gas or electric burner.

■ Do not clean with metal scrubbing pads. Pieces can break

off the pad and short-circuit electrical parts, creating a
possibility of an electrical shock.

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FRESHLOCK

™

Vacuum Sealer

FEATURES

COVER

OPERATING PRESSURE PAD

RED VACUUM
INDICATOR

GREEN SEAL
INDICATOR

AIR EXTRACTOR NOZZLE

SEALING WIRE

HOUSING

ROLL OF
PLASTIC FILM

Use your vacuum sealer to preserve food and
so much more:

• Freeze fruits, vegetables, soups, casseroles, left overs and more.

• Boil-in-the-bag cooking.

• Microwave cooking.

• Keeps bulk foods dry, avoiding spillage, seals in flavor.

• Packed lunches are kept fresh and moist.

• Keep bandages clean and dry.

• Protect photos from crumbled corners and fingermarks.

• Seal small bottles and jars in bags when traveling, to avoid spillage and
leakage. Also keeps shoes isolated to prevent soiling other items.

• Portion out shampoos and soap liquids and seal in bags.

• Keep small articles clean and moth free during the summer months.

• Opened packs of flower and vegetable seeds may be kept fresh and
airtight.

• Keep recipes clean during usage.

• Keep matches and other items dry in wet weather.

• Maps and charts are kept watertight and protected.

• Keep lace, ribbon, buttons, etc. clean and easy to find.

• The list is endless. You will discover many more applications.

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HOW TO OPERATE

To make a bag:

1. Place the bag sealer on a firm, level surface.

2. Insert the roll of plastic film in the trough in the sealer. Position the
film so it is pulled off the roll from the underside as shown. (Fig. 1)

3. Plug into an AC electric socket.

4. To start a new roll, lift the cover and pull out enough film to project

an inch or so outside the casing. Close the lid.

5. Press the lid down firmly on both sides of the lid. (Fig. 2) Both

indicator lights will light up. In about 6 seconds the seal indicator
light will go out and the seal is complete (Note that the vacuum
indicator light (red) will stay on during the operation.) Before
lifting the cover, peel off the projecting strip of film.

NOTE: When closing the lid and applying pressure, two distinct clicks
will be heard. These are switches which operate the two functions of
the bag sealer.

First Click—(press left side) operates the air extraction motor—
Vacuum Light ON.

Second Click—(press both sides) activates the sealing wire—Seal and
Vacuum Lights ON. Allow 1 minute to elapse between each sealing
operation.

6. After the roll is started, you only need to seal one side of the

bag, since the first side will be sealed from the previous sealing.
Pull out the film to the desired bag width and seal again by closing
the lid and pressing down firmly.

When the seal light goes out, peel off the finished bag, ensuring no
film adheres to the sealing wire.

Fig. 1

Fig. 3

Fig. 2

Sealing a filled bag (without vacuum action)

1. Make sure that no food or liquid remains in the portion of
the bag close to where the seal will be made, as this may
inhibit the effectiveness of the seal.

2. Place the open end of the bag over the sealing wire, making
sure that the film is flat, with no folds or creases along the line
of the seal. (Fig. 3)

3. Close the lid and depress firmly, just as when making the bag.

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FRESHLOCK

™

Vacuum Sealer

Vacuum Sealing

1. After filling the bag and making sure that the sealing area is
free from liquid or food particles, place the open end of the
bag over the sealing wire as if preparing to seal the bag.
Ensure that the central air-extractor nozzle is positioned inside
the bag opening.

2. Depress the left side of the lid gently for vacuum—and hold
on this position. The air extractor motor will start to run, and
the red vacuum indicator will light up and the air will be
automatically extracted from the bag.

3. When the air extraction is complete, press the lid firmly
down. A second click will be heard and the green seal
indicator will light up. When the 'seal' light goes out, the bag
is sealed

NOTE: IT IS NOT ADVISABLE TO EXTRACT AIR FROM BAGS
CONTAINING LIQUID—the liquid can be easily drawn into the

working mechanism and cause damage.

Microwave cooking

1. Place bag on a plate or dish.

2. Poke holes in the bag to allow steam to escape during
microwave cooking. Consult your microwave instruction
booklet on heating commercially prepared boil-in-the-bags
for timing.

'Boil-in-bag' reheating

For vegetables, fruits, casseroles, soups, stews, fish.

1. Put the bag in boiling water and bring water to a boil again.

2. Cooking time is measured from the second boil. The time
taken to cook will be reduced by approximately one third
compared with the usual cooking methods. Do not boil for
longer than approximately 20 minutes. Foods can be cooked
straight from the freezer. But it is recommended that large
quantities are defrosted prior to cooking.

CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE

1. Before attempting any cleaning operation—ENSURE THAT THE
PLUG IS REMOVED FROM THE SOCKET.

2. Simply wipe the casing with a soft damp cloth. DO NOT
IMMERSE IN WATER. DO NOT USE ANY ABRASIVE
CLEANERS.

3. If particles of film adhere to the sealing wire, wipe them off
carefully to avoid damage to the wire. It may help to carry out
a sealing operation (closing the lid and pressing down) without
a bag in position—this will heat the wire and soften any plastic
film adhering to it.

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HINTS AND TIPS

1. Boil-in-the-bag foods retain their flavor, the saucepan remains
cleaner, cooking odors are reduced, and it is fuel saving.

2. The vacuum removes the air from the bag, prolonging storage life,
and retaining food color. It also saves space in the freezer or cup­board.

3. Ensure that the area to be sealed is completely clean and dry to
achieve an efficient seal.

4. Also ensure that there are no creases or wrinkles in the film which
would prevent a perfect seal.

5. Allow approximately 11/2" margin between the food and seal to
allow for expansion when freezing and cooking.

6. Do not use the bag sealer on cling film, as the heat will melt this type
of film.

7. The white strip on the bag is for labeling.

8. When packing boiling foods, allow them to cool for 5 minutes before
packing.

9. Do not use the vacuum air extraction when sealing liquids in bags.

10.When filling a bag for freezing the contents should lie evenly, not
more than 1" thick. Freeze flat.

11.Remember that seasonings and flavorings alter or intensify during
storage, so reduce the amount of salt, pepper and spices in dishes to
be frozen.

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©2001 Keystone Manufacturing Company, Inc.

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Your Freshlock Vacuum Sealer is warranted for one year from date of purchase or
receipt against all defects in material and workmanship. Should your appliance prove
defective within one year from date of purchase or receipt, return the unit, freight pre­paid, along with an explanation of the claim. If purchased in the U.S.A. or other coun­try, please send to: Keystone Manufacturing Company, Inc. 33 Norris Street, Buffalo, NY

14207. If purchased in Canada, please send to: Keystone Manufacturing Company,
Inc., 151 Cushman Road, St. Catharines, Ontario L2M 6T4. (Please package your
appliance carefully in its original box and packing material to avoid damage in transit.
Keystone is not responsible for any damage caused to the appliance in return shipment.)
Under this warranty, Keystone Manufacturing Company, Inc. undertakes to repair or
replace any parts found to be defective.

This warranty is only valid if the appliance is used solely for household purposes in
accordance with the instructions. This warranty is invalid if the unit is connected to an
unsuitable electrical supply, or dismantled or interfered with in any way or damaged
through misuse.

We ask that you kindly fill in the details on your warranty card and return it within
one week from date of purchase or receipt.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which
vary from state/province to state/province.

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®

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CUSTOMER SERVICE

If you have any questions or
problems regarding the operation of

your Deni Freshlock Vacuum Sealer, call
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