eta 176290000 Bag Sealer Instruction Manual

Bag sealer • INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

ETA176290000

Bag sealer

eta 1762

Dear customer, thank you for purchasing our product. Please read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep these instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the box with the internal packing.

The electric foil welder is a practical appliance for welding polypropylene and polyethylene foils at home. It is designed primarily for making packaging for food such as meat, fruit, vegetable and ready meals that we want to cook or keep them fresh by freezing. When using medically unsound foils, you may defrost frozen contents, heat up and cook in water in the package.The welder may further be used for making packages for laundry, flowers, presents and long-term storage of various objects.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

I. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

– Before first use, read the user manual carefully, look at the pictures and keep the manual for future reference. Consider the instructions in the manual to be a part of the appliance and pass them on to any other user of the appliance.
– Never use the appliance if the power cord or fork is damaged, if it is not working properly, if it has fallen on the ground and became damaged or if it has fallen in water. In such cases, take the appliance to a professional service centre to check its safety and proper functions.
– This product can be used by children at the age of 8 years and older and people with reduced physical or mental abilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or if they were instructed regarding use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand possible risks. Children must not play with the appliance. User cleaning and maintenance must not be performed by children if they are younger than 8 year and unsupervised. Children younger than 8 years must be kept out of reach of the appliance and its power cord.
– If left unattended, before maintenance or cleaning always disconnect the appliance from power by unplugging the fork from the socket.
– If the power cord of the appliance is damaged, disconnect it immediately from the power supply. The power cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service technician or a similarly qualified person to avoid an injury caused by the electric power or fire.
– The appliance is designed only for household use and similar applications (preparing food)! It is not designed for commercial use and for use in facilities such as kitchenettes for staff in shops, offi ces or farms, or in other work environments. The appliance is not intended for use by clients in hotels, motels, B&B facilities and other accommodation facilities.
– Keep it away from sources of heat, direct sunlight, humidity (never dip it into any liquid) and sharp edges. Do not use the appliance with wet hands. If the appliance is humid or wet, unplug it immediately, let the appliance dry thoroughly a have it checked by a professional before next use. Do not put it in water.
– Check the appliance and the cable for damage on a regular basis. Do not use the appliance if it is damaged.
– It’s better not to use an extension cord with this unit. However, if one is used, it must have a rating equal to or exceeding the fating of this appliance.
– Do not try to repair the appliance on your own. Always contact an authorized technician. To avoid the exposure to danger, always have a faulty cable be replaced only by the manufacturer, by our customer service or by a qualified person and with a cable of the same type.
– Use this appliance only for its intended purpose described in these instructions for use! Never use the appliance for any other purpose!
– Do not leave the appliance running without attendandce and check it during the whole process of welding!
– Use only genuine accessories. If you use other accessories, it may be dangerous.
– Pay careful attention to the following “Special Safety Instructions for this unit“.

SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS UNIT

– Make sure the power supply meets the voltage marked on the label before power on the appliance.
– The power cord plug has to be connected to the properly connected and grounded socket according.
– Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use.
– Use only as described in this manual.
– Do not vacuum seal liquids
– Do not do the following: pull or carry by the cord, use cord as a handle, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not operate appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surface.
– Do not use the appliance with a programmer, time switch or any other device that turns the appliance on automatically because there is a danger of fire, if the appliance is covered or improperly placed.
– It is not acceptable to adjust the surface of the appliance in any way (e.g. sticker wallpaper, foil, etc.)!
– When handling the appliance, be careful not to induce injuries (e.g. burning).
– The air openings must not be covered. Do not push or throw any objects into the openings.
– Do not plug or unplug the power cord fork with wet hands or by pulling at the cord.
– When it In “ON” or working position, always be on a stable surface, such as table or counter.
– It’s no need to use any lubricant, such as lubricating oils or water, on this appliance.
– Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
– WARNING: Appliance not far continuous use. Approved for one operating cycle per 2 minutes.
– The appliance has a hot surface. Persons insensitive to heat must be careful when using the appliance.
– Do not vacuum air when sealing liquids in bags.
– If the electric welder was stored in lower temperatures, leave it in room temperature whih will help keep the mechanical firmness of the parts.
– Prevent any liquid from getting into the nozzle of the exhauster!
– Never immerse the welder in water and do not wash in running water!
– The appliance is not designed for constant operation. Do not use the welder constantly for longer than 15 minutes, then leave it to cool down for approx. 30 minutes.
– The manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by misuse of the appliance (e.g. degraded food, injury, burning, fire) and is not liable under the warranty for the appliance in case of violating the above-mentioned safety cautions.
– Always turn the appliance off and disconnect it from power source by unplugging the power cord fork from the plug after finishing work.
– After completion of the vacuum process leave the cover of the appliance open for the welding part to cool down.

  WARNING: HOT SURFACE

II. DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROLS

P1   Lid
P2   Buttons for releasing the lid
P3   Welding part
P4   The sucking area
P5   Sealing gasket
P6   Airproof loop of sponge

A Seal Only
B Indicator Lamp (for Seal)
C Cancel
D Indicator Lamp (For Vacuum)
E Vacuum + Seal

SKETCH FOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 1: Put The Bag Opening To Below of The air Portal

STEP 2: Press for lock

STEP 3: Press for Release

III. FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES

Vacuum/Seal (E) : For draw air out of bag and automatically switch to seal the bag after vacuum is completed;
Seal Only (A) : For sealing bag without vacuum so that the vacuum can be formed.
Cancel (c) : For switch off the vacuuming and sealing action whenever the operator wants to stop the operation.
Cover lock (P2) : For unlock the cover. On the left side and right side of the cover one key-press.
Indicator lamp (B,D) : For indicate the status of vacuum or seal process.
Sealing strip (P3) : Contains a heating wire covered with Teflon which allows the bag to seal but not stick to the strip.
Sealing gasket (P5) : Presses the bag onto the sealing strip.
Vacuum surface: (P4) Draws air out of bag and catches any liquid overflow.
Airproof loop of sponge (P6) : Airproof the vacuum area and prevent no vacuum leaking.

Notice
Proper functionality of the appliance is assured only when using the foils supplied by the manufacturer. Request these foils at your retailer. Do not use plastic bags. At the same time you can re-weld many foods in their original packaging (eg bags of potato chips).

OPERATING YOUR VACUUM SEALER

Making a bag using the bag roll

1. Plug the unit into 220-240V ~ power Source, and turn the switch “ON”;
2. Unroll the bag and put one end of the bag on top of the black rubber strip, then close the cover (See sketch 1);
3. Press the cover down heavily on both sides by the lines areas using two hands – until two click sounds heard. (See sketch 2);
4. Press the “Seal Only” button and you will find the red LED will light;
5. When the LED light disappears, the bag seal is done;
6. When the above is done, press the two ”Cover Lock” buttons and the process is completed. (see sketch 3).
7. Then pull out the bag roll and cut to your desired bag length. The bag is ready.

Preserve stuff with vacuum:

1. Put the stuff that you want to preserve inside the bag;
2. Clean and Straighten the open end of the bag, make sure no wrinkle or ripples on the panels of the open ends;
3. Make sure that both panels of the bag are located within the rippled area (vacuum plate), but below the round post which is the vacuum pump hole to ensure no vacuum leaking (see sketch 2);
4. Close the cover and then press heavily on both sides of the cover in the lines areas until two click sounds heard!
5. Press the “vacuum/seal” button then the bag will be automatically vacuumed and sealed.
6. When the above is done, press the two” Cover Lock” buttons and the process is completed. (see sketch 3)

Note:
Maximum time of suction operation is 1 minute.

‘BOIL-IN-BAG’ REHEATING:

Foods cooked with the boil-in-bag method retain a high level of flavor and nutrients. As an added precaution, it is recommended that food in a f bag be placed inside a second, larger bag and vacuum sealed before cooking, boil –in- bag cooking is great for vegetables, fruits, casseroles, soups, slews, and fish.

1. Put the bag in boiling water and bring to a boil again. Do not cover. Do not puncture.
2. Reduce heat and maintain low boil.
3. Cooking time is measured from the second boil. The time taken to cook will be reduced by approximately one third compared with the usual cooking methods. Do not boil for longer than approximately 20 minutes. Foods can be cooked straight from the freezer, but it is recommended that large quantities are defrosted prior to cooking.

MICROWAVE COOKING:

1. Place bag on a microwave safe plate or dish.
2. Puncture bag several times with a knife or fork to allow steam to escape during microwave cooking. Consult your microwave instruction booklet on heating commercially prepared boil boil-in-bags for times.

HINTS AND TIPS.

– Do not put too much stuff inside the bag: leave enough empty length in the open end of the bag so that the bag can be placed on the vacuuming plate more positively;
– There are many non-food uses for vacuum packing. Keep camping supplies such as matches, first aid kits and clothing clean and dry. Keep flares for auto emergencies ready. Keep silver and collectibles untarnished.
– Do not leave too much air inside the bag. Press the bag to allow extra air to escape from the bag before vacuuming it. Too much air inside the bag increases the vacuum pump loading and may cause the motor insufficient power to draw away all the air inside the bag!
– Do not vacuum packaging objects with sharp points like fish bones and hard shells! Sharp points may penetrate and tear the bag!
– Fill a bag about 2/3 full with water, seal the end (don‘t vacuum). Freeze the bag and use for ice in the cooler, or ice packs for sports injuries.
– Suggest to vacuum seal one bag within 1 minute, to let the appliance resume enough.
– If it’s not reach the required vacuum for some unknowable reason, the vacuum system will shut automatically after 60 seconds, in this situation, please check if the bag with leak, or the bag not placed properly or any other reason.
– Boil-in-bag foods retain their flavor, the saucepan remains cleaner, cooking odors are reduced, and it saves energy.
– The vacuum removes the air from the bag, prolonging storage life, and retaining food color. It also saves space in the freezer or cupboard.
– To achieve an efficient seal, ensure that the area to be sealed is completely clean and dry.
– Also ensure that there are no creases or wrinkles in the bag which would prevent a perfect seal.
– Allow approximately 11/2’’ margin between the food and seal to allow for expansion when freezing and cooking.
– Do not use the vacuum sealer on cling film, as the heat will melt this type of film.
– The while stripe on the bag is for labeling.
– When packing boiling foods, allow them to cool for 5 minutes before packing.
– Remember that seasonings and flavorings alter or intensify during storage, so reduce the amount of salt, pepper and spices in dishes to be frozen.

THE SEALER HAS MANY USE:

Food Storage:
– Buy food in bulk volume or on sale at low cost and then package for storage.
– Package meat , fish and poultry to freeze or to refrigerate
– Package ingredients of special recipes.
– Save time by pre-cooking meals on weekends and then packaging individual servings. Food is then ready to reheat during the busy week. Cook by microware, boil-in-bag or open and cook by conventional methods.
– Pack lunches for school or work.
– Save luncheon meat, cheese and salad fresh from the deli.
– Pack food for picnics, barbecues, boating and camping.
– Save garden fresh vegetables.
– Preserve coffee beans,
– Prepare after school snacks.
– Package vitamins or medication for daily dosage.

General storage
– Protect valuable documents such as insurance policies
– Preserve treasured photographs.
– Keep matches, maps and other items safe and dry when boating, an picnics or camping.
– Seal cosmetics, lotions, etc. against spills in cosmetic cases, travel bags and suitcases.
– Also wrap shoes separately to protect clothing.
– Preserve newspaper articles.
– Protect rare and valuable books.
– Prevent silver ware from tarnishing.
– Keep seeds and bulbs safe and dry for planting next year.
– Protect hockey card and stamp collections.
– Pack bandages and other first aid items for travel.
– Seal and freeze ice for use in coolers and as a cold compress for bumps, bruises, aches and pains.
– Protect small items of clothing against math infestation.
– Protect jewelry and family heirlooms.
– Keep computer disks dust free.
– Store and organize countless items around the home such as paper clips, rubber bands, buttons and sewing items. etc.

FUNCTIONS

General rules for food safety
From scientific study and common sense, we can learn the following food safety rules, and it will lead you to improved safety and optimal food storage.

1. If perishable foods have been heated, defrosted or un-refrigerated, consume the mimmediately.
2. To re-vacuum the vacuum-packed foods after they been opened, and follow the instructions to refrigerate after opening and store re-vacuumed packages properly.
3. The suitable way to defrost your food is to place in refrigerator until defrosted, or use microwave oven.
4. Food left in room temperature generally deteriorate and its consumption may induce health problems.
5. To cool down food temperature quickly, please spread vacuum packages evenly throughout the refrigerator or freezer.

We advise the following when packaging large volumes of meat, fish, or any food products.

1. Before vacuum sealing, it’s necessary to clean your hands, and all utensils and surfaces to be used for cutting and vacuum sealing foods.
2. Refrigerate or freeze the perishable foods immediately, if you have vacuum- sealed them,and do not leave them sitting at room temperature.
3. The shelf life of dry foods such as nuts, coconut or cereals will be extended in vacuum sealed package, while store them in a cook, dark place. Oxygen and warm temperature will cause high-fat content foods fat to rancidity.

IV. CARING FOR YOUR VACUUM SEALER

Before attempting any cleaning operation, disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging the power cord from a socket. Do not clean appliance if is hot. After each use, wipe the outer parts with a damp soft cloth. To clean the inner parts of the appliance, wipe all pieces of food and liquids with a paper cloth. Leave to dry properly before next use. The welder can not be immersed in water. Do not use abrasive and agressive cleaning agents! Do not dry the diecast parts over a source of heat (e.g. heater, el./gas stove).

If the power cord becomes stained, wipe it with a damp cloth. The colour change of the surface in time is normal. This change does not change the qualities of the surface in any way and is not a reason to return this appliance! Wind the power cord on the holder in the lower part. Store the welder in a safe and dry place, out of reach of children and persons not sui juris.

If particles of plastic adhere to the sealing wire, wipe them off carefully to avoid damage to the wire. If can help to carry out a sealing operation the lid and pressing fully down without a bag in position. This will heat the wire and soften any plastic adhering to it.

Preservation bags
Washing the bagging material in warm water with a mild dishwashing soap, then rinse the bags well and allow drying thoroughly before reusing.

Storing bags:
Keep the unit in a flat and safe place, out of the reach of children.

VACUUM BAG GUIDElINES

Vacuum sealing for the refrigerator
For the busy family, on-the-go meals can be prepared ahead and vacuum-sealed in individual servings, and ready to heat anytime.

Preparing food for the freezer

• With appliance you will keep food fresh. Try to start with the freshest food possible.
• To freeze the foods which need to hold its shape or fragile, then vacuum seal in a vacuum bag and return to freezer.
• Blanch the vegetables by cooking briefly in boiling water or microwave oven, cool them down in crunchy position, then vacuum seal in convenient portions.
• To vacuum seal the foods not frozen, two extra inches is required for bag length to allow for expansion while freezing.
• Before storing the foods such as tortillas, crepes or hamburger patties, use wax or kitchen paper between them to stack the pieces, this will be convenient to remove some of the food, reseal the rest and immediately replace in the freezer.

FOOD STORAGE SAFETY INFORMATION

This Vacuum Sealer will change the way you purchase and store foods. Once you are accustomed to vacuum packing, it will become an indispensable part of your food preparation. To follow the certain procedures to ensure food quality and safety, when use this appliance to vacuum seal foods: Store the bag in a cold, dry and dark place. The storage time extends 2-3 times in temperatures below 10°C. Use all the contents at once after opening. Check the stored food at least once a month. Do not use metal containers or containers with metal lids for storing.

V. TROUBlEShOOTING

The device is not working
– Check that the mains connection cable is firmly plugged in.
– Check the right function of outlet. Test outlet with other electrical appliances.
– Check the supply cord to ensure no damaged is evident.

repeat welding
welds follow too fast after each other| keep the 30 second break between individual welds
food leftovers or moisture in the weld| remove the food leftovers and dry the foil
not keeping the time necessary for processing the weld| wait until the control light turns off
pressing only one side of the lid| press the lid tight with both hands
the welder does not suck air| the bag is not in the sucking area| place the bag correctly
the bag is stuck together before the nozzle| lift the bag slightly and stretch
the sucking nozzle of the exhauster is clogged| clean the nozzle
the weld is melted too much| the welding part is too hot| leave the welder open to cool down for a few minutes
use of a plastic bag| use foils supplied by the manufacturer
the air is not properly sucked out| the sucking is insufficient| there is a hole in the foil
use of a plastic bag| use foils supplied by the manufacturer
improper placement of the bag into the sucking area| insert the whole open part into the sucking area

VI. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Bag sealer for home-use
• Easy to use
• Fully automatic: upon closing the sealer, the foil gets securely positioned, air is vacuumed out and the joint sealed.
• superb quality of sealed joint
• Stand-alone seal function
• Keeps the food fresher and usable for longer period of time
• Bagged food can be frozen or reheated
• Package includes 5 pieces of special bags size 22 cm x 30 cm and 4 pieces of special bags size 28 cm x 40 cm
• Light indicators for vacuuming and sealing
• Power input: 110 W
• Power supply: 220 – 240 V ~ 50 Hz
• Size: 35,5 x 9 x 15 cm
• Weight: 1,36 kg

VII. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

If the dimensions allow, there are labels of materials used for production of packing, components and accessories as well as their recycling on all parts. The symbols specified on the product or in the accompanying documentation mean that the used electric or electronic products must not be disposed of together with municipal waste. For proper disposal of the product, hand it over at special collection places where it will be taken over free of charge. Suitable disposal of the product can help to maintain valuable natural resources and to prevent possible negative impacts on the environment and human health, which could be the possible consequences of improper waste disposal. Ask for more details at the local authorities or in the nearest collection site. Fines can be imposed for improper disposal of this type of waste in agreement with the national regulations. If the appliance is to be put out of operation for good, after disconnecting it from power supply we recommend cutting off the power cord and thus it will not be possible to use the appliance again.

More extensive maintenance or maintenance requiring intervention in the inner parts of the appliance must be carried out by professional service! failure to comply with the instructions of the manufacturer will lead to expiration of the right to warranty repair!

The product has received ES declaration of conformity according to Act as amended. The product matches the requirements of the below statutory order as amended:
– Committee Regulation No. 2006/95/ES as amended, setting the technical requirements of the electrical appliance as low.
– Committee Regulation No. 2004/108/ES as amended, setting the technical requirements of products in terms of their electromagnetic compatibility.

The product is in conformity with the European Parliament and European Committee Regulation No. 1935/2004/ES re. Materials and objects designed for contact with food.

The manufacturer reserves the right for any insignificant deviations from the standard finished product which do not have any effect on the functioning of the product.

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS. TO AVOID DANGER OF SUFFOCATION, KEEP THIS PLASTIC BAG AWAY FROM BABIES AND CHILDREN. DO NOT USE THIS BAG IN CRIBS, BEDS, CARRIAGES OR PLAYPENS. THIS BAG IS NOT A TOY. DO NOT USE THIS BAG IN CRIBS, BEDS, CARRIAGES OR PLAYPENS.

PRODUCER: ETA a.s., Zelený pruh 95/97, 147 00 Praha 4-Bráník, Czech Republic.

References

• Elektroeko - Organizacja Odzysku Sprzętu Elektrycznego i Elektronicznego
• Úvod | ELEKTROWIN, a.s.
• Úvod - Envidom
• ETA - tady je doma
• ETA - tu je doma

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