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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
1.Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the Warranty.
2.If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store where you purchased it. If you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase, please see the enclosed Warranty.
3.If you have any questions or comments regarding this unit’s operation or believe any repair is necessary, please write to our Consumer Service Department or visit our website at www.seal-a-meal.com.
SUNBEAM PRODUCTS, INC. DOING BUSINESS AS JARDEN CONSUMER SOLUTIONS 303 NELSON AVENUE
NEOSHO, MO 64850
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions or if in Canada, Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, (collectively “JCS”) warrants that for a period of one year from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. JCS, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this product. Doing so will void this warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. JCS dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling JCS products do not have the right to alter, modify or in any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions and disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than JCS or an authorized JCS service center. Further, the warranty does not cover: Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes.
What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?
JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express, implied or statutory warranty or condition.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty.
JCS disclaims all other warranties, conditions or representations, express, implied, statutory or otherwise.
JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability to use the products including incidental, special, consequential or similar damages or loss of profits, or for any breach of contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for any claim brought against purchaser by any other party.
Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from province to province, state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
How to Obtain Warranty Service In the U.S.A.
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call 1 (800) 557-4825 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you. Visit www.seal-a-meal.com for further information.
In Canada
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call 1 (800) 557-4825 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you. Visit www.seal-a-meal.com for further information.
Canisters, containers, bags, rolls, and other accessories: JCS makes no warranty, express or implied, written or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to canisters, containers, bags, rolls, and any other accessories.
In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions located in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In Canada, this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business Jarden Consumer Solutions located at 20B Hereford Street, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0M1. If you have any other problem or claim in connection with this product, please write our Consumer Service Department. PLEASE DO
NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.
www.seal-a-meal.com
© 2007 Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions. All rights reserved. Distributed by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, Boca Raton, Florida 33431.
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Vacuum Food Sealer
Space Saving Design
Vacuum Food Storage System
Reference Guide
Preserves the taste and nutritional value of stored foods!
www.seal-a-meal.com
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
6.Do not operate the Vacuum Food Sealer with a damaged power cord or plug.
7.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.
8.Use the Vacuum Food Sealer only for its intended use.
9.Close supervision is required when this product is used near children.
10.This appliance should not be operated by children.
11.Do not allow the Vacuum Food Sealer to be used as a toy.
12.The Vacuum Food Sealer is not for commercial use. If sealing more than 30 bags or canister 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
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. Seal-a-Meal® products have been helping families save food, money and time for over 35 years. Now we are introducing the new Press/Hold and Release system.
With the new Press/Hold and Release system, you firmly press down on the lid and when the Hands-Free Indicator Light illuminates you can remove your hands and let your vacuum sealer do the rest! The machine continues to vacuum and then seals the bag.
Your unit includes the following:
•Food Sealer
•Starter Bags
•Accessory Hose
•Accessory Hose Adapter
By preparing foods and meals in advance and storing with the Seal-a-Meal® Vacuum Storage System, you save time and money.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
•Press/Hold and Release System makes it easy to close the lid and start the vacuum function.
•Vacuums and Seals preserving the taste and nutritional value of stored foods.
•Dishwasher Safe Drip Tray System can be removed from your vacuum sealer and cleaned in the top rack of your dishwasher.
•Accessory Port allows vacuum packaging with accessories.
•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.
SEAL-A-MEAL® ACCESSORIES
•Seal-a-Meal® Vacuum Food Storage Canisters:
-Stackable round canisters save space in the fridge or pantry.
-Easy to use - Accessory Hose connects directly to lid
-Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning
-Protect delicate foods and more
Visit the Seal-a-Meal® web site at www.seal-a-meal.com, for additional Hints and Tips, Questions and Answers, Recipes, and Updates.
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KNOW YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL® VACUUM FOOD STORAGE SYSTEM
Hands-Free Indicator |
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Open/Cancel Button |
Sealing Indicator |
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Upper Sealing
Gasket
Accessory Port
Sealing Strip
Lower Sealing
Gasket
Removable Drip
Tray
Accessory Hose
Accessory Hose Adapter
PREPARING YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL® VACUUM FOOD STORAGE 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 |
Press firmly on both sides of the Lid and hold |
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NOTE: Sealer will not operate if Lid is not properly closed.
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 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: This sealer is not for commercial use. If sealing more than 30 bags or canisters in a row, wait at least 25 minutes before continuing to use your vacuum food sealer.
CAUTION: The unit has a cool down period between cycles. Wait 20 seconds before using again.
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