User Manual
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Accessories
1. Canister bases (not lids) are top rack dishwasher safe. Alternatively wash the canister
bases in warm water with a mild dishwashing soap.
2. Canister lids can be wiped down with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in water.
3. Wash the canister hose in warm water with a mild dishwashing soap.
4. Ensure the accessories are dried thoroughly before re-using.
5. Canisters are freezer safe.
Storing Your Vacuum Sealer:
1. Keep the unit in a dry and safe place, out of the reach of children.
2. When not in use, place the power cord into the storage section on the underside of the
appliance. Do not wrap the cord around the appliance.
3. After completing your vacuum packaging, always leave the lid down, but not locked into
place. This will keep the foam gaskets in good condition to ensure vacuum packaging
eectiveness.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Nothing happens when I try to vacuum seal:
1. Check the power cord to see if it is rmly plugged into a power outlet.
1. Examine power cord for any damage.
2. See if the power outlet is operative by plugging in another appliance.
3. Check the settings to make sure it is set to the correct mode. Refer to the above
operating instructions.
4. Make sure the bag is placed correctly inside the vacuum chamber and not over the
air intake.
Air is not removed from the bag completely:
1. To seal properly, the open end of bag should be resting entirely inside vacuum chamber
area.
2. Check the sealing strip and the foam gaskets for debris and positioning. Make sure there
is no breakage or distortion on both foam seal gaskets. Wipe clean and secure them
back into place.
3. The vacuum bag may have a leak. To test for a leak, seal the bag with some air in it,
submerge in water, and apply pressure. Bubbles indicate a leak. If there is a leak, re-seal
or use another bag.
4. Use only the specic vacuum bags/rolls with vacuum channels provided by Russell
Hobbs.
5. There may be leaks along the seal caused by wrinkles, debris crumbs, grease or liquids.
Open the bag, wipe along the sealing area on the inside of the bag and smooth it out
along the sealing strip before re-sealing.
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