WARING COMMERCIAL WVS50 Handheld Vacuum Sealing System Instruction Manual

: June 6, 2024
: WARING COMMERCIAL

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
BATTERY AND CHARGING GUIDE
PARTS AND ASSEMBLY
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
GUIDELINES FOR VACUUM SEALING
PREPARING FOOD FOR THE FREEZER
GENERAL RULES FOR FOOD SAFETY
CLEANING, CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
Documents / Resources

THE PISTOL VAC
VAC U U M SEALING SYSTEM

WVS50
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product,
always read the instruction book carefully before using.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
Note: It is important to follow food safety guidelines when using the Waring Commercial Vacuum Sealer System.

This appliance is not for use by children. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair, or adjustment.
Do not attempt to open The Pistol Vac or charging base, as there are no user-serviceable parts.
The use of attachments not recommended or sold by Waring may result in fire, electrical shock, or injury.
To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse The Pistol Vac, charging base, or charger in water or other liquids.
Do not use outdoors or for other than intended use.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven; to avoid battery leakage, overheating, smoking, and/or other damage, do not put the appliance or charger in a microwave.
Do not vacuum seal objects with sharp points like fish bones and hard shells. Sharp points may penetrate and tear the bags.
Do not use bags to vacuum seal soups or other liquids.
Do not drop the appliance.
Do not use in the presence of volatile gas or fire.
To avoid degradation of its performance and loss of battery life, do not store the appliance in a high-temperature, high humidity, or dusty place.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage, always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.
Stop use immediately if the appliance is abnormally hot during charging.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY

BATTERY AND CHARGING GUIDE

This appliance is for 120 volts only and should not be used with a converter.

Before first use, charge the battery for 2 uninterrupted hours. LED light will turn green when The Pistol Vac is charged and ready to use.
Use the provided battery charger base, model number YLS0301A-T075250 only to charge this unit.
To avoid short circuits, do not connect the terminals of the battery with the clips or electric wires.

To prolong the battery life always store this appliance in a cool, dry place – away from sunlight – with a temperature under 77°F.

PARTS AND ASSEMBLY

The Pistol Vac
Bags (50 quart-size & 50 gallon-size included)*
Zip tool
Trigger
Suction cup
Suction base (removable)
Inner suction nozzle
Charging stand/storage base
Charger adapter (not shown)

Additional bags can be purchased online at waringcommercialproducts.com.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Place food in a bag (2) and close with the zip tool (3).
When vacuum sealing foods that contain some liquid (e.g., chicken or marinated foods), seal the bag while it is in a vertical position. Do not lay it flat on a counter as the liquid may interfere with the valve. (If liquid does get into the valve, follow the cleaning instructions on page 8.)
Position The Pistol Vac on the red valvon the bag and pull the trigger (4) to remove air.
The vacuum sealing process takes only seconds. If it is taking longer, it could mean that the bag has not been properly closed. Close fully using the zip tool, then resume pulling the trigger.
If The Pistol Vac battery is depleted, you can plug the adapter directly into The Pistol Vac to use.
Sealing is complete when the bag has shrunk tightly around the food. press the red valve on the bag after sealing to ensure it is completely sealed.
Store bags in the refrigerator or freezer to keep food fresher longer.
Keep food in the proper storage place, following food safety guidelines. If storing for a long period of time, it may be necessary to check to see if the vacuum seal is still completely tight. If not, use the sealer to remove any air that may have entered over time.

GUIDELINES FOR VACUUM SEALING

IT IS IMPORTANT TO FOLLOW FOOD SAFETY GUIDELINES WHILE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOT overfill the bag; leave enough empty space for The Pistol Vac to come in contact with the valve.
Do not leave too much air inside the bag. Press the bag to allow extra air to escape before closing and vacuum sealing it.
Do not vacuum seal objects with sharp points (e.g., fish bones or hard shells). Sharp points may penetrate and tear the bags.
Do not use a vacuum sealer system to store soups or other liquids.
During the sealing process, small amounts of liquids, crumbs, or food particles can inadvertently enter into the suction cup, clogging the pump and potentially damaging
your appliance. If this happens, immediately release the trigger and follow the cleaning instructions on page 8.
To prevent this, follow these tips:
a) For moist and juicy foods such as raw meats:
Seal the bag closed while it is in a vertical position.
b) F or powdery or fine-grained foods: avoid overfilling bags.
You can also place a paper towel inside before vacuum sealing it.

NOTE: Bags are meant for one-time use. This will eliminate the possibility of contracting a food-borne illness.

PREPARING FOOD FOR THE FREEZER

To vacuum seal unfrozen foods that will go in the freezer, leave two extra inches of space to allow for expansion during freezing. Before storing foods such as tortillas, crêpes or hamburger patties, use wax or parchment paper to separate them. This will make it easy to remove only the amount of food needed at a time. Re-seal the rest of the food immediately and replace in the freezer.

GENERAL RULES FOR FOOD SAFETY

Begin with the freshest food possible. Vacuum sealing extends the life of foods by removing air from the bags that they are stored in. Removing air can also stop the growth of microorganisms, which under certain conditions can cause problems. Even under proper storage conditions, food may lose freshness if stored for too long. To preserve food safely, it is important to store food at recommended temperatures.
The suitable way to defrost sealed food is to place it in the refrigerator until defrosted or place it under cold running water. Never defrost foods in hot water or a microwave oven.
If you open a previously vacuum-sealed bag and remove only some food, immediately re-vacuum seal the bag and store it in the proper place.

COOK
Boil or microwave right in the bag!
The vacuum bags are approved for freezing, boiling, and microwaving. FDA approved for food contact, and BPA-free bags are food safe. (Cooking time varies.)

CLEANING, CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Always unplug the appliance before performing any cleaning and maintenance operations.
NOTE: Be sure to wash all parts thoroughly to avoid food-borne illness.

Rotate the suction base to the unlock position and pull it outward to remove. Rinse the suction base with warm soapy water.
The rubber inner suction nozzle is removable for cleaning. Wash with warm soapy water.
Clean The Pistol Vac charging base and the suction base with a non-abrasive cloth.
Ensure that parts are completely dry before reassembling.

TROUBLESHOOTING

NOTE: If the appliance has not been used for a long time, you will need to recharge it before use.
If nothing happens when you pull the trigger, you may need to do the following:

Be sure that the unit is charged.
Check the appliance parts to be sure that they are not loose. If they are loose, tighten them and resume the sealing process.

The unit will not charge:

Check that the unit is properly connected with the charging base so that the LED is illuminated.
Be sure that the electric outlet is working properly.
Be sure you are using the provided battery charger, model number YLS0301A-T075250, to charge the unit.

It does not work right after being charged:

Make sure the LED lights are illuminated during charging.
If not, properly connect The Pistol Vac to the charging base so that the lights are illuminated.
If the LED indicator lights are on, make sure that The Pistol Vac has been charged long enough (1.5 – 2 hours for fully charged battery).

Air is not removed from the bag completely:

Bags are not sealed: re-align the zipper and be sure the entire zipper is closed.
Make sure the valve is clean. You may need to replace the zip bag.
Extend the vacuum sealing time.

The LED lights go out during charging:

The battery is too hot; when it cools down the LED lights will return to normal.
The battery is damaged; you need to replace it.

The LED lights blink during charging:

Take off The Pistol Vac and reset it on the charging base.
Rub the conductor plates on The Pistol Vac with a dry cloth and reset The Pistol Vac on the charging base, making sure it is in proper contact with the conductor plates on the charging base.

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