Pro160 User Manual
1 Thank you for purchasing the VacMaster® Pro160 Vacuum Packaging Unit. You are about to revolutionize your home with one of the strongest vacuum packaging systems available. With the help of the Pro160, you will now be able to keep food fresher, longer in the refrigerator, freezer and pantry. The Pro160 system effectively removes air and extends freshness up to five times longer than normal preservation methods.
2 Table of Contents Pro160 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 6 Food Storage & Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Packaging with VacMaster® Bags . . . . .
3 VacMaster® Pro160 Features Accessory Port Vacuum Channel Seal Bar LED Screen Mode Indicator Lights Control Panel Vacuum Increase/Decrease Seal Now Button Seal Increase/Decrease
Safety For your safety, follow these precautions when using your Pro160: ▪ Read Owner’s Manual and QuickStart guide carefully before using the machine for the first time. ▪ Do not use the Pro160 on wet or hot surfaces, or near a heat source. ▪ Do not immerse machine or power cord in water or any other liquid. ▪ Plug Pro160 into grounded power sources only, do not use extension cord. ▪ To disconnect, unplug directly from power source. Do not disconnect by pulling on cord.
5 Operating Instructions Machine Setup ▪ Read all instructions before operating Pro160. ▪ Plug Pro160 into grounded electrical outlet. ▪ Turn Pro160 ON. Push the blue “ON/OFF” button at the top left corner of the control panel. **NOTE** Pro160 will be in AUTO MODE when first turned on. ▪ To switch between AUTO and MANUAL modes, press the blue MODE button to the right of the LED screen. Pro160 is now ready for use. Operating Machine in AUTO MODE 1.
6 Operating Machine in MANUAL MODE 1. Turn machine “ON” by pressing the blue “ON/OFF” button. 2. Press the blue MODE button to the right of the LED screen to switch between AUTO and MANUAL modes. Refer to the indicator lights labeled AUTO and MANUAL above the LED screen to check vacuum mode. The light will shine above the word MANUAL when in MANUAL mode. 3. Select proper size VacMaster® barrier vacuum bag & insert product to be packaged.
7 Food Storage and Safety Information The Pro160 will revolutionize the way you buy and store food. Because vacuum packaging works to eliminate freezer burn and slow food spoilage, you are now able to take advantage of buying food in bulk without the threat of food waste. Vacuum packaging with the Pro160 removes up to 90% of the air from the package. This will help keep food fresher up to 5 times longer than under normal circumstances.
Packaging with VacMaster® Bags & Rolls The following instructions apply to vacuum packaging foods and other items with pre-cut or roll bags. For best results, only use VacMaster® bags. Pre-Cut Bags Select the proper bag size for items being packaged. An assortment of pre-cut bags are available, including Pint, Quart and Gallon sizes. Be sure to allow 1”-2” of headspace for sealing, and an extra 1” for every time resealing is expected. Place item in bag and follow the AUTO or MANUAL function instructions.
9 Packaging with VacMaster® Canisters Your Pro160 is also equipped to vacuum package VacMaster® canisters specifically designed for vacuum packaging. The knob on the top of the lid controls vacuuming, closes and locks vents inside lid after vacuuming, and opens the vents to allow air back in the canister and releases the lid to access the contents. ▪ Place items to be packaged in canister. Make sure lid of canister is dry and free of food particles and debris. Do not overfill.
10 Canister Guidelines ▪ Use only canisters designed for vacuum packaging. Other containers can implode under the pressure of the Pro160 vacuum. ▪ Do not freeze vacuum canisters. ▪ Cool liquids in refrigerator before vacuum packaging. ▪ Hand wash canister lid. Do not put in dishwasher. The canister itself is dishwasher safe. ▪ If liquids are caught in the accessory hose, run warm water through hose. Be sure hose is not attached to accessory port when washing.
11 Vacuum Packaging Tips Vacuum packaging greatly extends the shelf life of foods, but your Pro160 can also be used in many other areas of the house besides the kitchen. Vacuum packaging is great for camping and outdoor activities! ▪ For a quick ice pack, fill a vacuum bag about half full with water and a few tablespoons of rubbing alcohol. Seal the bag - don’t vacuum it. **NOTE** To do this, use AUTO mode and simply press START and then immediately press SEAL NOW.
More Tips ▪ Package the freshest foods possible. The Pro160 allows you to maintain the food’s freshness up to five times longer than under properly stored conditions. ▪ Delicate foods, moist foods and foods that need to hold their shape require pre-freezing. Meats, berries and breads can be frozen for up to 24 hours without harm of freezer burn. Once food is hard, it is ready to be vacuum packaged.
13 Trouble Shooting Under the proper circumstances, your Pro160 will give you top-notch vacuum performance. In some instances, problems may arise. Please consult the trouble shooting menu before calling customer support. Pro160 will not turn on ▪ Ensure that the machine is properly plugged into a grounded outlet. ▪ Check the power cord for tears and frays. Do not use machine if power cord is damaged. ▪ Make sure the ON/OFF button was properly pressed.
Troubleshooting 14 ▪ Some fruits and vegetables can release gases (out-gassing) if not properly blanched or frozen before packaging. Open bag. If you think food spoilage has begun, discard food. If food spoilage has not yet begun, consume immediately. If in doubt, discard food. Trouble Shooting Pro160 is not sealing bag properly ▪ If using MANUAL mode, seal time may not be long enough. Increase seal time and try again.
Limited Warranty ARY, Inc. a distributor and manufacturer of vacuum packaging and other machines (collectively, the “Goods”), extends to the purchaser of the Goods a Limited One Year Warranty, from the receipt of the Goods, under terms and conditions set out herein. All Goods sold by ARY, Inc. are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of delivery to purchaser. Defective material may be returned to ARY, Inc. after inspection by an agent of ARY, Inc.
