Monoprice 21596 User Manual

MONOPRICE

Vacuum Food Sealer

User's Manual

P/N 21596

CONTENTS

SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES ................................................................................................................... 3

INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................................................ 5

CUSTOMER SERVICE ................................................................................................................................................................ 6

PACKAGE CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................................................. 6

PRODUCT OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................................. 7

Top Panel .................................................................................................................................................................................. 7

Main Body ................................................................................................................................................................................ 8

OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Creating Custom-Sized Vacuum Bags............................................................................................................. 9

Vacuuming and Sealing a Bag .............................................................................................................................. 10

Vacuuming an External Canister ......................................................................................................................... 11

Auto Marinate Function ............................................................................................................................................ 12

CARE AND CLEANING .......................................................................................................................................................... 13

HELPFUL TIPS AND HINTS ................................................................................................................................................ 13

TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................................................................................. 15

Nothing Happens When Trying to Vacuum Seal ................................................................................. 15

Air is Still in the Bag After Vacuuming .......................................................................................................... 15

STORAGE GUIDE ....................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Refrigerated (+41° ±3.5°F) ......................................................................................................................................... 16

Room Temperature (+77° ±3.5°F) ....................................................................................................................... 16

Frozen (+0° ±3.5°F) ........................................................................................................................................................... 17

SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................................................................................... 18

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE .......................................................................................................................................... 18

Notice for FCC .................................................................................................................................................................... 18

Notice for Industry Canada ..................................................................................................................................... 19

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SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES

Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra

attention to these safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual

in a safe place for future reference.

 This device is intended for indoor use only.
 Do not use this device on wet or hot surfaces.
 Do not immerse any part of this product in water. If it falls into

water, immediately unplug it from its power source and allow it to

fully dry before plugging it in again.

 Do not touch the device, the power cord, or any other connected

cables with wet hands.

 Do not expose this device to excessively high temperatures. Do

not leave it in direct sunlight.

 Prior to operation, check the unit and power cord for physical

damage. Do not use if physical damage has occurred.

 Before plugging the unit into a power outlet, ensure that the

outlet provides the same type and level of power required by the

device.

 Unplug this device from the power source when not in use and

before cleaning.

 Take care to prevent damage to the power cord. Do not allow it to

become crimped, pinched, walked on, or become tangled with

other cords. Ensure that the power cord does not present a

tripping hazard.

 Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp

the connector head or adapter body.

 Clean the drip tray after each use. The drip tray is dishwasher safe.

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 Do not expose this device to corrosive materials. Do not clean

using abrasive materials. Clean using a damp cloth or sponge with

mild soap, if necessary. Allow it to fully dry before using it again.

 Allow the device to rest for at least 40 seconds between each

sealing or vacuuming action.

 Allows the device to cool for 5 minutes after performing a sealing

action.

 To avoid possible illness, do not reuse bags that have been used to

store meats, fish, or greasy foods. Do not reuse bags that have

been microwaved or boiled.

 Allow hot foods to cool to room temperature before vacuum

packaging, otherwise the contents may bubble up out of the

container.

 Do not vacuum package carbonated or sparkling beverages as gas

removal will cause them to go flat.

 Always remove the lid from a canister before microwaving the

contents.

 Before attempting to open a vacuum sealed external container,

turn the knob on the lid to equalize the pressure inside the

container with the air outside it.

 When using external containers, leave 1" of space at the top of the

container to prevent food or liquid from being vacuumed out of

the container.

 For best results, pre-freeze fruits and blanch vegetables before

vacuum sealing.

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this Vacuum Food Sealer! Exposure to air can

cause food to lose flavor and nutritional value and can lead to the growth

of bacteria, mold, and yeast, which can cause the food to spoil. Vacuum

sealing food removes air and seals in the flavor and freshness, allowing

food to remain fresh and unspoiled for up to 7 times longer than normal.

Some of the additional benefits of vacuum sealing food are:

 Saves Money: You can buy food in bulk or when it is on sale, then

vacuum seal it for use at a later time.

 Saves Time: You can cook ahead for the week with pre-prepared

meals, then microwave them at mealtime.

 Marinate in Minutes: Vacuum sealing food opens the pores and

allows marinade to more easily penetrate the food, so you can get

that great marinated taste in as little as 20 minutes, rather than

overnight.

 Makes Entertaining Easier: Prepare your favorite dishes and holiday

feasts ahead of time, so you can spend time with your guests

instead of in the kitchen.

 Portion Control: You can vacuum package sensible portions of

food and write the calories or fat content on the bag, allowing you

to more easily control calorie intake.

 Sous Vide Cooking: Sous Vide cooking involves cooking food by

placing a sealed plastic bag in boiling water.

 Organizing Non-Food Items: You can put non-food items in sealed

plastic bags, allowing for easier organization, particularly with

items with many small parts, such as board games or spare

hardware for a wall mount.

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 Protecting Non-Food Items: By vacuum sealing non-food items in

sealed plastic bags, you can protect them from exposure to air. For

example, you can polish your silver, then seal it to keep it from

tarnishing between uses.

CUSTOMER SERVICE

The Monoprice Customer Service department is dedicated to ensuring that

your ordering, purchasing, and delivery experience is second to none. If you

have any problem with your order, please give us an opportunity to make it

right. You can contact a Monoprice Customer Service representative

through the Live Chat link on our website www.monoprice.com during

normal business hours (Mon-Fri: 5am-7pm PT, Sat-Sun: 9am-6pm PT) or via

email at [e-mail]

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the

items listed below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact

Monoprice Customer Service for a replacement.

1x Vacuum Food Sealer

1x 8" x 79" Vacuum Roll

5x 8" x 11" Vacuum Bags

1x Accessory Hose

1x User's Manual

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