Secura VS6801H Vacuum Sealer User Manual

Secura VS6801H Vacuum Sealer

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Always ensure the appliance is operated on an electric power source matched to the rated voltage indicated on the appliance.
2. Do not operate the appliance with a damaged power cord or plug. Do not operate the appliance if it malfunctions or is in any way damaged.
3. To disconnect, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Do not disconnect by pulling on the cord.
4. When it is not in use or to be cleaned, unplug the cord from the outlet.
5. Do not use the appliance on wet or hot surfaces, or near heat sources.
6. Do not immerse any part of the appliance, or power cord, or plug in water or other liquids.
7. Use accessories or attachments recommended by the manufacturer only.
8. Use the appliance for its intended use only.
9. This appliance should not be used by children. Do not allow the appliance to be used as a toy.
10. Allow the appliance to cool for 60 seconds between uses to avoid activating the overheating protection.
11. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not change the plug in any way.
12. Unplug the appliance and allow it to cool completely before cleaning. Wipe the outer surface with a soft cloth. Wipe away any food or liquid in the vacuum chamber with a paper towel.
13. This appliance is for household use only.

• CAUTION: The Sealing Strip is hot during use. Do not touch.
• CAUTION: HOT SURFACES – This appliance generates heat during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or property damage.
• HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY DO NOT IMMERSE IN LIQUID SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS

Press both Release Buttons and lift the Upper Housing, the interior parts are shown as follows:

AC Power Cord, VAC Hose, and two Rolls (7.9×78.7 inches & 11.0×118.1 inches/ 20×200 cm & 28×300 cm) are included in the package.

1. Silicone Bar: Pressed against the Sealing Strip for sealing.
2. Foam Gasket: Makes the Vacuum Chamber airtight.
3. Upper Housing: Function Buttons are on the top of Upper Housing.
4. *Release Button2:** Used for lifting the Upper Housing by pressing both Release Buttons.
5. Vacuum Nozzle: Connects VAC Hose to remove air from food containers, canisters, storage bags, etc.
6. Sealing Strip: Works with Silicone Bar for sealing.
7. Vacuum Chamber: An airtight chamber for vacuuming.
8. VAC Button: Press this button to start vacuuming food containers, canisters, and storage bags.
9. Built-In Cutter: Pull out the bag roll in the desired length, hold the roll with one hand, and slide the cutter across the roll with another hand to obtain the desired bag length.
10. Roll Storage Compartment: For storage of bag rolls with a maximum size of 11.0×236.2 inches (28×600 cm).
11. Transparent Window: Helps users place the open end of the roll into the VACUUM CHAMBER. There are indicator lights at the left and right ends: slow flashing indicates vacuuming and fast flashing indicates sealing.
    • BUTTONS

• Note: If several indicator lights flash at the same time after continuous use, overheating protection is activated.
• Please allow the appliance to cool down for 5-10 minutes before using it again.

1. DRY Button: to vacuum & seal dry food.
2. MOIST   Button: to vacuum & seal moist food.
3. SEAL Button: to seal only or seal after using the PULSE vacuum button.
4. PULSE Button: to pulse vacuuming. Press and hold this button to start vacuuming, and release this button to stop vacuuming. This button is mainly used for vacuuming very delicate items that cannot be squeezed, such as cake, bread, potato chips, etc. The purpose of this function is to prevent the packed items from being crushed due to the unsuitable preset time. With this button, you can observe the vacuum effect in real-time and control the time accurately. After vacuuming, press the SEAL Button to seal.
5. STOP Button: Press this button to stop the current operation.
6. Sealing Countdown: Displaying the duration of the sealing process (heating the Sealing Strip first, then sealing the bag). Since the vacuuming time is highly variable, the countdown does not include the vacuuming time. When “O” is displayed, the machine will complete the entire operation.
7. Upper Housing: Press both Release Buttons, then lift the Upper Housing to prepare vacuuming and/or sealing.

HOW TO USE

Vacuum and Seal Bag Roll

1. Pull out the bag roll and slide the cutter across the roll to get the needed bag length. Put the open end of the bag in the Vacuum Chamber. Press down both ends of the Upper Housing firmly until you hear a click. Please make sure that both ends are securely locked. Press the SEAL button to seal the bag. When the SEAL indicator light is off, the STOP indicator light will be on, indicating the sealing is finished. Press both Release Buttons and lift the Upper Housing to remove the one-side sealed bag.
2. Put the open end of the bag into the Vacuum Chamber. DO NOT block the vacuum nozzle.
3. Press down both ends of the Upper Housing firmly until you hear a click. Please make sure that both ends are securely locked. Then press the function button as desired:
   • a) To vacuum & seal dry food: Press the DRY button, and a DRY indicator light will be on. When the DRY button indicator light is off and “O” is displayed, the operation will be complete.
   • b) To vacuum & seal moist food: Press the MOIST button, and the MOIST indicator light will be on. When the MOIST indicator light is off and “O” is displayed, the operation will be complete.
   • Please note that the moist food must be only slightly wet. If it is very wet, the liquid will be drawn into the Vacuum Chamber, and the sealing effect will not be good. Wipe the liquid out from the Vacuum Chamber immediately if that happens.
   • c) To pulse vacuuming: Press and hold the PULSE button to vacuum, and release the PULSE button to complete vacuuming. After that, press the SEAL Button to seal.
   • d) To seal only: Press the SEAL button, SEAL indicator light will be on. When the SEAL indicator light is off and “O” is displayed, the operation will be complete.
4. Press both Release Buttons and lift the Upper Housing to remove the sealed bag.

• Note: The machine is still operating when the countdown number briefly stops changing. When “O” is displayed, the operation will be complete.
• The indicator lights at the left and right ends of the Transparent Window will be flashing during operation, slow flashing indicates vacuuming, and fast flashing indicates sealing.

Vacuum Food Container, Canister, Storage Bag

1. Press both Release Buttons and lift the Upper Housing.
2. Connect the Vacuum Nozzle to the stopper of food containers, canisters, storage bags, etc. with a VAC Hose.
3. Press VAC Button to start vacuuming. The indicator lights in the Transparent Window are flashing during vacuuming. After reaching a factory preset negative pressure, the machine will automatically stop vacuuming. You can also press the VAC Button again to finish vacuuming at any time.

Note:

• Food containers, canisters, and storage bags are not included in the package.
• To vacuum food containers or canisters, always leave 1 inch (2.5 cm) of space at the top.

Handy Tips

• Do not overfill the bag. Always leave at least 2-3 inches (6-8 cm) between bag contents and the sealing edge of the bag.
• Clean the inside and outside of the bag’s open end. Make sure the bag is dry. It is difficult to seal tightly if the bag is wet.
• Do not vacuum very wet items. Use paper towels to absorb water before vacuuming.
• For best results, perishable foods still need to be frozen or refrigerated after vacuuming.
• When vacuuming a large item, to prevent wrinkles in the seal, gently stretch the bag flat before placing it into the vacuum chamber.
• When vacuuming or sealing items with sharp edges (such as dry spaghetti, silverware, etc.), protect the bag from punctures by wrapping the item with soft materials. You may use a canister instead of a bag.
• Allow the appliance to cool for 60 seconds between uses to avoid activating the overheating protection. Keep the Upper Housing open to accelerate the dissipation of heat.
• If you are not sure whether your bag was sealed properly, simply reseal the bag.
• Do not reuse bags that have stored raw meat, fish, or greasy foods. Do not reuse the bags after simmering or microwaving.

Overheating Protection:

• NTC Thermistor smartly monitors the temperature of the appliance. In case of overheating, the protection mode will be automatically activated, and the indicator lights will flash.
• The appliance cannot operate at this time. Allow the appliance to cool down thoroughly before using it again.

Caution:

• If the bag melts, the Sealing Strip may be overheated. Allow the appliance to cool for 60 seconds before using it again.
• Do not heat-sealed food in a microwave. A sealed bag will likely burst when heated in the microwave, creating a burn hazard.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If after reviewing the troubleshooting guide, the problem is not resolved, do not attempt to repair or disassemble the unit yourself. Please contact us at CustomerCare@thesecura.com for assistance.

1. The device cannot vacuum:
   • a) Make sure both ends of the Upper Housing are securely locked.
   • b) Make sure the open end of the bag is placed into the vacuum chamber.
   • c) Check whether the bag is punctured.
   • d) Check whether the Foam Gasket is deformed or damaged.
2. Air has been removed from the bag, but now air re-entered the bag:
   • a) Check whether the bag is punctured by sharp items. Use a new bag if necessary.
   • b) Check the sealed edge. Any wrinkle along the sealed edge may cause air re-entering. If that’s the case, simply cut the sealed edge and re-seal.
   • c) If there is moisture or liquid at the open end, cut the bag and wipe it away. Then press the MOIST Button to vacuum and seal.
   • d) If the food has been stored for a long time and the bag is full of gas, the food may have spoiled. It is recommended to discard it.

STORAGE GUIDE

In Refrigerator (37 to 45°F)| Normal Storage Life| Storage Life after Vacuum Sealing
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Meats| 1-2 Days| 3-5 Days
Seafood and Fish| 1-2 Days| 3-5 Days
Cooked Meats| 4-6 Days| 10-14 Days
Vegetables| 3-5 Days| 7-10 Days
Eggs| 10-15 Days| 30-50 Days
In the Freezer (3 to minus 4 °F)| Normal Storage Life| Storage Life after Vacuum Sealing
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Meats| 3-5 Months| 1 Year
Seafood and Fish| 3-5 Months| 1 Year
Room Temperature (73 to 81°F)| Normal Storage Life| Storage Life after Vacuum Sealing
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Bread| 1-2 Days| 6-8 Days
Rice/ Flour| 3-5 Months| 1 year
Peanuts / Beans| 3-6 Months| 1 year
Tea| 5-6 Months| 1 year

The above data is for reference only.

SPECIFICATIONS

DISPOSAL

• When this appliance has reached the end of its life, please dispose of the unit properly. This and other electrical appliances contain valuable materials that can be recycled.
• Electronic waste may be harmful to our environment if not disposed of properly. We ask that you follow your governing agency’s rules and regulations when disposing of electronic appliances. Please find an authorized recycling facility near you.

CONTACT

• If you have any problems with this unit, please contact our Customer Service Department at 888-792-2360 or email us at CustomerCare@thesecura.com.
• Please read the operating instructions before using this product.
• Please keep the original box and packaging materials if service is required.

Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty

• The Manufacturer of this product warrants to the original purchaser of this product that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for 2 years from the date of purchase.
• Manufacturer will, at its option, repair or replace with a new or refurbished product. Providing a replacement product does not renew or extend the warranty period from the original date of purchase.
• The Manufacturer reserves the right, before having any obligation under this limited warranty, to inspect the product, and all costs of shipping the product for inspection and warranty service shall be borne solely by the purchaser.
• For the fastest processing of a warranty claim, the Purchaser should e-mail CustomerCare@thesecura.com and include the product name and model #, proof of original purchase, complete contact information, and detailed information about the issue, including pictures when applicable.

The manufacturer’s limited warranty is valid only under the following conditions:

1. The product is purchased directly from the manufacturer or an authorized reseller or distributor.
2. Only the original purchaser is covered by this warranty. This warranty is not transferable.
3. The product is for personal use only. This warranty is void if the product is used in a commercial or institutional establishment.
4. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, or damage caused by misuse, abuse, negligence, accident, acts of nature, or unauthorized modification or repair.
5. Purchaser must present acceptable proof of purchase for the product.
6. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

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