User Manual - Ziploc® Vacuum Sealer System
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1. User Manual For V150 Series appliances Important Points for your Safety Read the instructions carefully Do not allow the appliance to be used as a toy This appliance should not be operated by children Do not operate the appliance with a damaged power cord or plug Before each use inspect power cord and plug for signs of damage A DD Do not use the appliance on a wet or hot surface or near a heat source Always use the appliance on a level surface Do not immerse any part of the appliance power cord or plug into water or other liquid To disconnect unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet Do not disconnect by pulling on the cord Always unplug the appliance before cleaning and when not in use 9 Do not operate the appliance if it malfunctions or is damaged in anyway If the cord or the machine is damaged it must be returned to our customer service department See warranty for more information 10 Use the appliance only for its intended use 11 Close supervision is required when this product is used near children 12 The Appliance is not for commercial use If sealing more than 20 bags or canisters continuously wait at least 20 minutes before resuming use of your appliance ONAN 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 ove2. Bacteria is not just a surface condition it can also be found deep within the mixture of meats and other foods Separate Foods that will be eaten uncooked and foods that will be cooked before eating MUST ALWAYS be kept separate Cross contamination can occur when raw foods such as meats or eggs come in contact with foods that will be eaten before or after cooking This has been known to be a major source of food poisoning Always use your Ziploc Vacuum Sealer Bags to ensure that juices won t drip onto fresh produce or other foods Clean Wash hands and work surfaces frequently when cooking Washing with soap and water for at least 15 seconds then dry with a paper towel Chill Chilling food is very important To help preserve foods safely do not allow food to stand at room temper atures for 2 hours or more set your refrigerator to 40 F 4 C or colder and your freezer to 0 F 17 C Freezing at 0 F does not kill microorganisms but stops them from growing For long term storage always freeze perisha ble foods that have been vacuum packaged and keep refrigerated after thawing Food Preparation Hints and Tips for Air tight Vacuum Sealing Cooking Thawing and Reheating Simmering in a Ziploc Vacuum Sealer Bag helps food retain it s flavor and it helps with the clean up as well No dirty sauce pans When reheating foods in the microwave using your Ziploc Vacuum Sealer Bags always puncture open the bag to allow
3. get sucked YOu plan and prepare healthy make ahead meals Check into the machine and cause enough damage to shorten out the recipes contained on our website for additional the life of the sealer ideas Vacuum Food Storage Guide Only use information on this table as a Food Stored In Normal Shelf Life Vacuum Shelf Life guideline Actual storage life may vary Check all food for spoilage before use Large cuts of meat beef Freezer 6 months 2 3 years poultry lamb and pork Ground meat beef poultry nent Freezer 4 months 1 year Fish Freezer 6 months 2 years Coffee beans Pantry 4 weeks 16 months Coffee beans Freezer 6 9 months 2 3 years Berries strawberries Refri t 1 3 d 1 k raspberries blackberries rds ao ays weg WHEN YOU ba T VACUUM SEAL erries cranberries huckleberries blueberries Refigerator UE RUES Cheese Refrigerator 1 2 weeks 4 8 months Cookies crackers Pantry 1 2 weeks 3 6 weeks Flour sugar rice Pantry 6 months 1 2 years Lettuce Refrigerator 3 6 days 2 weeks Nuts Pantry 6 months 2 years Oils with no preservatives like Pantry BG Wanthe 1 5 years safflower canola corn oil Wine Refrigerator 1 3 weeks 2 4 months Table adapted from Dr G K York Dept of Food Science amp Tech U of California Davis 3 www CTilndustries com Ziploc 1 888 723 5198 Features of your Ziploc Product Note some features may vary slightly by model Vacuum amp
4. E 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 have any questions or comments regarding the unit s operation or believe any repair is necessary please write to our Customer Service Department CTI Industries Corporation 22160 N Pepper Road Lake Barrington IL 60010 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY CTI Industries Corporation warrants that for a period of one year from the date of purchase this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship CTI 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 remanufac tured product or component If the product is no longer available 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 intended and valid solely for the original retail purchase and is not transferable Keep the original sales receipt Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance CTI dealers service centers or retail stores selling CTI 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 d
5. Seal Button Cancel Button Press to vacuum packages and seal food Immediately halts the current function airtight Appliance shuts off automatically Accessory Port Allows vacuum packaging with Canisters and Accessories Pulse Button Is used when extreme control of the vacuuming process is needed for delicate foods Press the button and the vacuum pump turns on release the button and it shuts off Seal Button This button has three uses 1 Press to create a seal when making bags from a Ziploc Vacuum Sealer Roll 2 Press to immediately stop the vacuum process and begin sealing the bag Preventing delicate foods from being crushed 3 Press to create a seal on Mylar bags such as a potato chip bag to keep food sealed airtight www CTilndustries com Ziploc 1 888 723 5198 4 How to make custom sized bags 1 Pull enough bag material to hold item to be vacuum packaged plus 2 inches With a pair of scissors or sharp knife cut desired bag length from bag roll Make sure to cut in a straight line Plug in power cord 2 Open lid Place one end of cut bag onto sealing strip don t worry if you accidently place any material onto the gasket area 3 Close lid firmly by pressing down firmly on both sides check to make sure that the lid will not open If the lid cannot be lifted then you have successfully locked the lid in place 4 Now that the lid has been locked press the SEAL button to create a custom sized bag Th
6. amage 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 CTI or authorized CTI service center Further the warranty does not cover damage to the unit caused by immersion in water or liquid or from dropping What are the limits on CTI s liability Except to the extent prohibited or limited by applicable law and except as expressly provided herein CTI DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Except the extent prohibited or limited by applicable law CTI shall not be liable or responsible for loss injury or damage of any kind arising from the purchase use misuse or inability to use the product or the breach of any warranty provided herein including without limitation incidental exemplary special or consequential damages or loss of profits and the sole remedy of the purchaser of the product with respect to any breach of warranty shall be the remedy specifically provided for herein How to Obtain Warranty Service In the U S A If you have any questions regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service please call 1 888 723 5198 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you In Canada If you have any questions regarding this warranty or wou
7. button The unit will continue to vacuum and then seal once air has been removed Vacuum d Seol 5 Once the indicator light has turned off the machine will automatically unlock and release the bag How to use Ziploc Vacuum Sealer with a canister 1 Wipe canister cover canister base and ensure they are clean and dry Place food into canister and leave at least one inch of space between food and cover 3 Place cover onto canister insert one end of accessory hose into port on appliance Put the other end onto ma chine canister port pressing down firmly to ensure a tight fit 4 Close lid firmly by pressing down firmly on both sides check to make sure that the lid will not open If the lid cannot be lifted then you have successfully locked the lid in place 5 To begin the vacuum process press the Vacuum amp Seal button The unit will continue to vacuum and then seal once air has been removed 6 Once the indicator light has turned off it is safe to remove accessory hose from machine and canister www CTilndustries com Ziploc 1 888 723 5198 6 Care and Cleaning Always unplug the unit before cleaning Do not immerse in water Do not use abrasives to clean the unit Wipe the outer surfaces with a soft damp cloth and soap To clean the inside of the unit wipe away any food or liquid with a paper towel Dry all parts thoroughly before you plug in and operate the unit again Vacuum channel may trap liquids tha
8. e indicator light illuminates during the seal process 3 5 The machine will briefly start the vacuum pump once completed the lid will pop open and the indicator light will turn off it is now safe to take out the newly created bag 6 The custom sized bag is now ready for vacuum sealing NOTE Make sure you give the appliance time to cool down Wait at least 20 seconds between seals Under very heavy usage appliance will shut off automatically to prevent overheating If it does wait 20 minutes to allow appliance to cool off The appliance is not for commercial use If sealing more than 20 bags or canisters continuously wait at least 20 minutes before resuming use of your appliance IMPORTANT In the rare instance that the automatic bag release mechanism does not function just press down on the lid over the unlocked side to release bag 5 www CTilndustries com Ziploc 1 888 723 5198 How to vacuum seal with Ziploc Vacuum Sealer Bags 1 Place the item s to be sealed into the pre cut or custom sized bag Leave at least 2 inches between the contents and the top of the bag to allow for bag contraction 2 Open lid and place the open end of the bag down into the Vacuum Channel 3 Close lid firmly by pressing down firmly on both sides check to make sure that the lid will not open If the lid cannot be lifted then you have successfully locked the lid in place 4 To begin the vacuum process press the Vacuum amp Seal
9. hot air to escape You can also reheat foods in Ziploc Vacuum Sealer Bags by placing them in water at a low simmer below 170 F 75 C IMPORTANT Always thaw foods in either refrigerator or microwave do not thaw perishable foods at room temperature Preparation Hints for Meat and Fish Try pre freezing meats and fish for 1 2 hours before vacu um packaging This helps retain the juice and shape and provides for a better seal If you can t place a folded paper towel between the food and top of the bag but below seal area Leave paper towel in bag to absorb excess moisture and juices during vacuum packaging process Preparation Hints for Cheeses Buy fresh and keep fresh that s our motto vacuum package cheese after each use If you make your bag just a little longer than needed you can re seal the bag after each use IMPORTANT Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria soft cheeses should never be vacuumed packaged Preparation Guidelines for Vegetables Mom always said eat your vegetables we say blanch them Blanching is a process that should be done before vacuum packaging This process stops the enzyme action that could lead to loss of flavor color and texture To blanch vegetables place them in Simmering water or in a microwave until they are cooked but still crisp Blanching times can range from 1 to 2 minutes for leafy greens and peas 3 to 4 minutes for snap peas sliced zucchini or broccoli give your carr
10. iploc Vacuum Sealer System includes the following e 150 Series Food Sealer e Registration Card e Starter Bags e Accessory Hose 1 www CTilndustries com Ziploc 1 888 723 5198 Vacuum Sealing Guidelines Food Storage amp Safety IMPORTANT Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration or freezing Any perishable foods that require refrigeration must still be refrigerated or frozen after vacuum packaging For best result in extending the life of foods it is im portant to vacuum package foods that are fresh Once food has begun to deteriorate vacuum packaging may only slow the deterioration process Vacuum sealing cannot prevent the growth of mold Other disease causing microorganisms can still grow in low oxygen environments and may require further measures to be eliminated Yeast The development of yeast can be slowed by refrigeration and completely stopped by freezing food at OoF 180C Yeast causes fermentation which will give food an identifiable smell Bacteria Bacteria can grow rapidly in the Danger Zone the temperatures between 40 F and 140 F Pathogenic bacteria cause illness and do not generally affect the taste smell or appearance of food Although it is extremely rare it can be very dangerous There are basic rules to follow when handling food These are COOK SEPARATE CLEAN and CHILL Cook It is crucial to cook food to a safe internal temperature to destroy bacteria that is present
11. it to cool with the lid in the upright position for 20 minutes before using Air has seeped back Check the seal of the bag There may be a hole or wrinkle that is allowing air to re into the vacuumed bag 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 seal You may need to cut open the bag and re seal it or use an entirely new bag Partially freeze foods with excess liquids prior to vacuum sealing Make sure there are 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 e 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 the Sealing Strip Make sure you ve given the appliance time to cool down Wait 20 seconds between seals 7 www CTilndustries com Ziploc 1 888 723 5198 SERVIC
12. ld like to obtain warranty service please call 1 888 723 5198 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you Bags and Rolls CTI makes no warranty expressed or implied written or oral including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to bags and rolls www CTilndustries com Ziploc 1 888 723 5198 8 In the United States this warranty is offered by CTI Industries Corporation located in Lake Barrington Illinois 60010 If you have any other problem or claim in connection with this product please write our Customer Service Department PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE ADDRESS LISTED ABOVE OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE Questions Contact customer service at 1 888 723 5198 Or visit www C Tilndustries com Ziploc SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Refer to them often 2011 CTI Industries Corporation All rights reserved Ziploc is a trademark of S C Johnson and Son Inc used under license Distributed by CTI Industries Corporation Lake Barrington Illinois 60010
13. ots about 5 minutes and 7 to 11 minutes for corn on the cob After blanching immerse vegetables in cold water to stop the cooking process NOTE All vegetables including broccoli brussels sprouts cabbage cauliflower kale turnips etc natu rally emit gases during storage Therefore after blanching it s best if they re stored in the freezer www CTilndustries com Ziploc 1 888 723 5198 2 Vacuum Sealing Guidelines More on Vegetables Preparation Hints for Liquids Vegetables are a great candidate for portion control Before vacuum packaging liquids such as soup stock when storing vegetables try pre freezing them for 1to2 pre freeze in a casserole dish loaf pan or ice cube tray hours then separate them into meal portions within your until solid Remove the frozen liquid from the pan and Ziploc Vacuum Sealer Bags After they have been vacuum package in a Ziploc Vacuum Sealer Bag Then vacuum packaged return them to the freezer store in the freezer When ready to use simply cut the corner of the bag and place with the cut corner up in either a microwave dish or drop into water at a low simmer below 170 F 77 C Preparation Hints for Powdery Foods Preparation Guidelines for Healthy Make Ahead When vacuum packaging powdery items like flour it s Meals best to use their original packaging inside of the Ziploc Ziploc Vacuum Sealer Bags are very effective in helping Vacuum Sealer Bags The fine powder could
14. r a longer cord Extension cords 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 counter top 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 electrical 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 the outlet Start enjoying the benefits of your Ziploc Vacuum Sealer System Thank you for purchasing this Ziploc Vacuum Sealer With the new Ziploc Vacuum Sealer just close the lid firmly by pressing down on both sides check to make sure that the lid will not open If the lid cannot be lifted then you have successfully locked the lid in place press the vacuum seal button and let the vacuum sealer do the rest The machine will continue to vacuum out air and then seal the bag once it s done it even releases the bag automatically Your new Z
15. t were drawn from the bag use a mild dish washing soap and a warm damp cloth to wipe away any left behind liquid from the vacuum channel Dry thoroughly Troubleshooting PROBLEM SOLUTION Nothing happens when e Make sure the power cord is correctly plugged into the electrical outlet press the Vacuum amp Make sure the power cord is not damaged in any way Seal button f ee f 4 Make sure the electrical outlet is operative by plugging in another appliance If it s not please check the circuit breakers or fuses in your home Make sure the bag is positioned correctly down in the vacuum channel Press down firmly on both sides of the lid and make sure it is locked in place Wait 20 minutes to allow appliance to cool off and then try using again NOaORWN gt Air is not vacuumed e Check that there are no gaps folds wrinkles or holes in the pre sealed bags from the bag 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 in to the Vacuum Channel 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 the Sealing Strip 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 un
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