Seal-a-Meal FSSMSL0160 Vacuum Sealer System User Manual

Seal-a-Meal FSSMSL0160 Vacuum Sealer System

Specifications

• Brand: SEAL-A-MEAL
• Material: Plastic
• Color: Grey
• Item Dimensions LxWxH: 1 x 9.3 x 6.15 inches
• Item Weight: 1 Pounds
• Power Source: Battery Powered
• Operation Mode: Manual
• Wattage: 144

Description

In contrast to non-vacuum storage methods, vacuum sealing ensures that food not only takes up less room in the refrigerator, freezer, or pantry but also stays fresh longer. Vacuum sealing removes all the air from specially constructed bags before using heat to produce a secure seal. Store fresh produce with confidence, including fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, and more! Food is shielded from the deteriorating effects of air, which cause freezer burn and spoiling when air is evacuated from the bag and finished with an airtight vacuum seal. Spend less time grocery shopping by buying in bulk and storing extra food for later without worrying about freezer burn.

Prepare dishes or ingredients in advance for hassle-free weekday dinners that you can microwave or simmer in the bag. Simply use both hands to press down firmly on the lid and hold it there until the Hands-Free Indicator Light turns on. After that, you can safely take your hands off the Lid. The device will keep sucking up air and sealing the bag. You may store liquids and creams in your vacuum sealer for travel, guard priceless documents or photos from mildew or potential water damage, make your own refreezable ice packs, and much more. Compatible with 8″ x 11″ x 1 quart & 1-gallon FoodSaver’s Easy Seal & Peel vacuum seal rolls and Liquid Block vacuum seal bags, as well as Seal-a-Meal’s vacuum sealable bags and rolls.

Care And Cleaning

To Clean Appliance:

1. Remove the Power Cord from the electrical outlet. Do not immerse in liquid.
2. Check the Gaskets and around Drip Tray to make sure they are free from food materials and liquid. Wipe off the Gaskets and inside Drip Tray with warm, soapy water.
3. Gently remove and empty Drip Tray. Thoroughly wash Drip Tray (it is top-rack dishwasher safe).

Troubleshooting

is correctly plugged into the electrical outlet.

•     Make sure the power cord is not damaged in any way.

•     Make sure the electrical outlet is operative by plugging in another appliance. If it is not, please check the circuit breakers or fuses in your home.

•     Make sure the bag is positioned correctly down in the Drip Tray.

•     Press down firmly on both sides of lid.

•     Wait 20 minutes to allow appliance to cool off, and then try using again.

Air is not vacuumed from the bag| •     Check that there are not gaps, folds, wrinkles or holes in the pre-sealed bags.

•     Check for loose, worn or cracked Upper and Lower Sealing Gaskets.

•     Foods with high liquid contents may prevent the bag from sealing properly. Cut bag open and wipe top inside of bag and reseal.

•     Check to see if bag is properly inserted into the Drip Tray.

•     Make sure you’ve placed the bag in the proper place. When making a bag from a roll, make sure end of cut piece is on Sealing Strip, NOT over Lower Sealing Gasket or in Drip Tray.

Bag melts| •     The sealing strip may have been too hot during the sealing process. Allow the unit to cool for 20 seconds between uses. If the bag continues to melt, allow the unit to cool with the lid in the upright position for 25 minutes before using.
Air has seeped back into the vacuumed bag| •     Check the seal of the bag. There may be a hole or wrinkle that is allowing air to re-enter the bag. Carefully cut the bag open and re-seal it, or use an entirely new bag.

•     Make sure there is no moisture or liquid from the food present within the bag. You may need to cut open the bag and re-seal it in moist setting, or use an entirely new bag. Partially freeze foods with excess liquids, prior to vacuum sealing.

•     Make sure there were no food items with sharp edges that may have punctured the bag. If you find a puncture hole seal the item in an entirely new bag.

•     Make sure no liquids were drawn to the sealing strip area.

•     Check for loose, worn or cracked Upper and Lower Sealing Gaskets.

•     Moisture of foods with high liquid content will prevent the bag from sealing properly. Cut bag open and wipe top inside of bag and reseal.

Bag will not seal| •     Check that there aren’t any gaps, folds, wrinkles or holes in pre-sealed edges.

•     Moisture of foods with high liquid content will prevent the bag from sealing properly. Cut bag open and wipe top inside of bag and reseal.

•     Make sure you’ve placed the bag in the proper place. When making a bag from a roll, make sure end of cut piece is on Sealing Strip, NOT over Lower Sealing Gasket or in Drip Tray.

•     Make sure you give the appliance time to cool down. Wait at least 20 seconds between seals.

Bags| •     Do not dishwash bags.

•     Do not re-use bags after simmering or microwaving.

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 sealameal.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, a 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 the 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) 363-8144 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.

In Canada

If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call

1(800) 363-8144 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.

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 20 B 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.

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 countertop 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.

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.
• Vacuums and Seals preserve the taste and nutritional value of stored foods.
• Hands-free Indicator Light illuminates when it is safe to remove hands from the lid.
• The sealing Indicator Light illuminates when the appliance is sealing the bag.
• The open/Cancel Button cancels the vacuum and seal process or releases the lid once the vacuum and sealing process is complete.

Know Your Seal-A-Meal® Vacuum Food Storage System

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 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 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.

How To Vacuum Seal With Seal-A-Meal® Bags

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 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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the power source for the Seal-a-Meal FSSMSL0160 Vacuum Sealer System?

The power source for the Seal-a-Meal FSSMSL0160 Vacuum Sealer System is battery-powered.

What size vacuum seal bags are compatible with this system?

The Seal-a-Meal FSSMSL0160 Vacuum Sealer System is compatible with 8″ x 11″ x 1 quart & 1-gallon FoodSaver’s Easy Seal & Peel vacuum seal rolls and Liquid Block vacuum seal bags, as well as Seal-a-Meal’s vacuum sealable bags and rolls.

Can I store liquids and creams in the vacuum sealer for travel?

Yes, you can store liquids and creams in your vacuum sealer for travel.

Can I make my own refreezable ice packs with this system?

Yes, you can make your own refreezable ice packs with the Seal-a-Meal FSSMSL0160 Vacuum Sealer System.

Can I put the bags in the dishwasher?

No, you cannot put the bags in the dishwasher.

Can I reuse bags after simmering or microwaving?

No, you cannot reuse bags after simmering or microwaving.

What should I do if nothing happens when I press down on the lid?

Make sure the power cord is correctly plugged into the electrical outlet, the bag is positioned correctly down in the Drip Tray, and press down firmly on both sides of the lid. If it still doesn’t work, wait 20 minutes to allow the appliance to cool off, and then try using it again.

What should I do if the air is not vacuumed from the bag?

Check that there are no gaps, folds, wrinkles, or holes in the pre-sealed bags, check for loose, worn, or cracked Upper and Lower Sealing Gaskets, and make sure you’ve placed the bag in the proper place. Foods with high liquid contents may prevent the bag from sealing properly. Cut the bag open and wipe the top inside of the bag and reseal.

What should I do if the bag melts?

Allow the unit to cool for 20 seconds between uses. If the bag continues to melt, allow the unit to cool with the lid in the upright position for 25 minutes before using.

What should I do if air has seeped back into the vacuumed bag?

Check the seal of the bag, make sure there is no moisture or liquid from the food present within the bag, make sure there were no food items with sharp edges that may have punctured the bag, and check for loose, worn, or cracked Upper and Lower Sealing Gaskets.

What should I do if the bag will not seal?

Check that there aren’t any gaps, folds, wrinkles, or holes in pre-sealed edges. The moisture of foods with high liquid content will prevent the bag from sealing properly. Cut the bag open and wipe the top inside of the bag and reseal.

Can I repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit?

No, you cannot repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit as doing so will void the warranty.

What should I do if I need to exchange the unit?

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.

What is covered under the 1-year limited warranty?

The 1-year limited warranty covers 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.

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