PRO200/260
Quick Start Guide & User Manual
ank you for purchasing the VACMASTER® PRO200/260 Vacuum Packaging
Machine. You are about to revolutionize your kitchen with one of the best vacuum
packaging systems available. With the help of the PRO200/260, you will now be able
to keep food fresher longer in the refrigerator, freezer and pantry. e PRO200/260
eectively removes air and extends freshness up to ve times longer than normal
methods. Beyond that, the PRO200/260 can be used to preserve and organize household
items like keepsakes, small toys and easy-to-lose items. Your new VACMASTER®
will soon become so versatile and convenient, it will never leave your countertop.
e PRO200/260 is lightweight, with a countertop-friendly compact design. Its features
and design make it easy to use and ensures a positive seal every time. Our machines
are constructed with high-quality, fully tested, top-rated components to ensure optimum
performance.
By using VACMASTER® vacuum bags and canisters, you can extend food life, maintain
food quality, and reduce freezer burn. Less wasted food means lower grocery bills. Use
VACMASTER® bags and accessories and you will benet from years of trouble-free and
cost-eective vacuum packaging.
Carefully read and follow usage and maintenance directions. VACMASTER®…Smart
solutions for every situation.
For more information on your PRO200/260, recipes and warranty registration, please
visit us at http://www.aryvacmaster.com
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Features of Your PRO200/260
Note some features may vary slightly by model
Roll Storage
Two-Way Roll Cutter
Hose Storage Compartment
Built-in Fan
Model Pro260 Only
Control Panel
Machine Lid
Chamber Seal Gasket
Seal Foam
Seal Wire
Vacuum Chamber
Release Button
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Vacuum packaging is not a substitute for canning. Any perishable foods that
require refrigeration or freezing must still be refrigerated or frozen after packaging.
Only use VACMASTER® vacuum bags, rolls, accessories, and attachments.
Read this manual carefully before using your PRO200/260 for the rst time.
Do not use the PRO200/260 on a wet or hot surface or near a heat source.
Do not immerse machine or power cord in any liquid.
Only use grounded power sources. Do not use with an extension cord.
Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord.
Only use the PRO200/260 for its intended uses.
Unplug machine before cleaning your PRO200/260 with a clean damp cloth and mild soap.
Never vacuum package garlic or fungi, like mushrooms. A dangerous chemical reaction
takes place when the air is removed.
Vegetables should be blanched or frozen prior to packaging.
Delicate foods can be frozen prior to packaging to help them hold their shape.
If packaging fresh meats without pre-freezing, place a folded paper towel between
the meat and the top of the bag to help absorb the moisture.
To vacuum liquids, pre-freeze in a dish or an ice cube tray.
A VACMASTER® Bone Guard Sheet can be used to cover sharp edges to
prevent bag punctures.
VACMASTER® vacuum bags are boilable, freezable and microwavable.
Only use canisters designed for vacuum packaging. Other containers may implode
under pressure.
Allow foods and liquids to cool prior to vacuum packaging.
Hand wash canister lids. Do not put in dishwasher. e canister itself is dishwasher safe.
Tips for Successful Vacuum Packaging
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Tips for Troubleshooting (Continued)
Unit comes equipped with an automatic shut o. After a period of inactivity, machine will
shut o.
During the vacuum cycle, the digital display may stay at 2 until the proper vacuum is achieved.
Some fruits and vegetables may release gases (out-gases). e vacuum may be lost when
packaging these fruits and vegetables. Blanching or freezing before vacuum packaging helps
prevent this.
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Vacuum Packaging with Canisters
Tips for Troubleshooting
If your machine will not turn on, ensure the machine is properly plugged into a grounded
outlet. Check the power cord for tears or frays.
If your Digital Display reads “E”, your machine will stop operating to prevent overheating.
Press “On/O” button and allow the machine to cool down for 20 minutes.
If the vacuum is lost after sealing, check for small puncture holes in the bag, then cover any
sharp edges with a VACMASTER® Bone Guard Sheet, and vacuum package in a new bag.
If your bag is not pulling a complete vacuum:
• Make sure the open end of the bag is across the seal gasket and within the vacuum chamber.
• Make sure the bag is laid at across the sealing area. Wrinkles and bulges may result in an
insucient seal.
• Inspect the seal. A successful seal will look clear. If the seal is spotty, incomplete, wrinkled,
white or milky, cut the seal and restart the sealing process.
If your canister will not properly vacuum:
• Make sure that the accessory hose is inserted into the lid.
• Make sure the canister lid is set to the “Vacuum” setting. (In Marinate Mode to the
“Open” setting.)
• Check the canister for cracks or damage.
• Always leave at least 1 inch of head space between the contents and the rim of the canister.
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Place the items into the canister and close
the lid. Ensure the rim of the canister is
clean and dry, and no food or liquid has
been spilled on the lid. Leave some head
space between the contents and the top
of the canister.
Turn the knob on the canister lid to the
“Vacuum” position.
Pull the hose out of the hose
storage compartment by pressing the
compartment door.
Connect the hose to the vacuum port on
the canister lid.
Press “Accessory” button, while slightly
pressing down on the canister lid for 3-5
seconds to start the vacuum cycle.
When the vacuum cycle is complete,
the machine will stop automatically and
beep. Remove the hose from the canister
and turn the knob to “Lock” position. e
canister is ready for storage.
To open the canister, twist the knob to the
“Open” position.
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Features of Your PRO200/260
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Power Indicator Light
Light illuminates when unit is turned on.
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On/O Button
Turns machine on and o.
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Start Button
Press for hands-free automatic
vacuuming. is button is only used for
vacuum bags
Seal Button
Press to stop the vacuum process and
begin sealing. is prevents crushing
delicate items. Also used to make custom
sized bags.
Digital Display
Displays the progress of the vacuum
cycle. See “Tips for Troubleshooting”
section if “E” is displayed.
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Seal Time Adjusting Button
Press to adjust the seal time. Increase
the seal time if the seal is incomplete or
spotty; reduce the seal time if the seal is
white or milky. When value is adjusted
to zero, machine will not seal. Last used
seal time is stored in memory.
Marinate Mode Button
Press to choose marinating option.
See “Marinating Food” section.
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Accessory Mode Button
Press to vacuum canisters. See “Vacuum
Package with Canisters” section.
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Pulse Vacuum Button
Used to prevent crushing of delicate
items. Press and hold to control the
vacuum process.
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How to Vacuum with Vacuum Bags
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Choose a suitable vacuum bag size,
and place item(s) to be vacuum
packaged in bag.
Allow at least 3 inches of head
space between contents and top of
the bag.
Put the open end of the bag across
the seal bar. Make sure that the
open end is within the vacuum
chamber.
Press the “Start” button, and the following
sequence will occur:
e machine will beep, noting that the process
is complete.
How to Make a Bag
Press the release button to open
the roll storage door.
Insert roll(s).
Pull out the required bag length,
plus 3 inches for head space.
Close lid.
Press the “Seal” button, and the following
sequence will occur:
e machine will beep noting that the
process is complete.
Inspect the seal. A successful seal will look
clear. If the seal is spotty, incomplete,
wrinkled, white or milky, cut the seal and
restart the sealing process.
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Close the lid.
• Lid locks
• Vacuum cycle begins
• Seal cycle starts
• Lid unlocks
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Take the bag out and inspect the vacuum and
seal. A successful seal will look clear. If the
seal is spotty, incomplete, wrinkled, white,
or milky, cut the seal and restart the vacuum
sealing process.
Cut the roll by sliding the bag
cutter on the lid across the roll.
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Place one end of the bag across the
seal bar and close the machine lid.
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• Lid locks
• Seal cycle starts
• Lid unlocks
To vacuum package, follow “How to
Vacuum with Vacuum Bags” section.
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Packaging Delicate Items
Delicate items, such as fresh fruit, baked goods, etc., can be crushed during vacuum
packaging. To prevent this from occurring, use the “Pulse” vacuum function. When
packaging liquid-rich items, you can use this function to prevent liquid from being drawn
into the machine.
Follow the instructions 1-4 under “How to Vacuum with Vacuum Bags”.
Press the “Pulse” button once to lock the lid. Press and hold “Pulse” button to
begin the vacuum process. Watch the bag and release the “Pulse” button to
stop the vacuum process before the item is crushed.
Press the “Seal” button to seal the bag.
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Marinating Food
Your PRO200/260 has a special marinating
feature that allows foods to achieve optimum
avor infusion in the least amount of time.
ere are two marinating modes: Quick
Marinate (15 min) and Normal Marinate
(27 min). While in marinating mode, the
PRO200/260 will alternate back and forth
between a state of vacuum and a state of rest.
Important Note: When using canister for
marinating, the knob on the canister lid
should be set to “Open.”
Place the food and marinade in the
canister. Ensure the rim of the canister
is clean and dry, and no food or liquid has
been spilled on the lid.
Ensure the knob on the canister lid is
set to the “Open” position, then connect
the hose to the vacuum port on the
canister lid.
Pull the accessory hose out of the hose
storage compartment by pressing on the
compartment door.
Press the “Marinate” button once for
Quick Marinate (15 min) and twice for
Normal Marinate (27 min). Either a 1,
for Quick Marinate, or a 2, for Normal
Marinate will be displayed.
Press the “Start” button and then press
down slightly on the canister lid for a few
seconds. Your PRO200/260 will alternate
between vacuuming and releasing air.
is process will take either 15 or 27
minutes depending on your selection. A
series of numbers will be shown on the
digital display to indicate the marinating
process is in progress.
When complete, a zero will appear on the
digital display and the machine will beep
continuously until the “On/O” button is
pressed.
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For immediate use, disconnect hose. For
storage, under vacuum, turn knob on
canister lid to “Lock” before disconnecting
the hose.
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ARY, Inc.
P.O. Box 412888
Kansas City, MO 64141
www.aryvacmaster.com
800.821.7849
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