PolyScience VSCH-300AC User's Manual
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1. W PolyScience Innovative Culinary Technology 150 SERIES VACUUM SEALING SYSTEM USER S GUIDE 110 877 081913 CONTENTS Important Safeguards 3 INIFOGUGHON a a KG a od Oe ees 5 Controls amp Components 6 Controller Overview 7 DE GU Xa cee sca AG NG A 8 Electrical Power 22426 pa samba WG KAG 54 8 Making a Heat Seal Bag from a Roll 9 Opening amp Closing Vacuum Comparment Lid 10 Day to Day Operation 10 Turning the UN OM ssaa 10 Automatic Vacuuming amp Sealing 11 Manual Vacuuming amp Sealing 12 Extending the Seal Time 12 Canceling the Vacuum or Sealing Process 12 Vacuum Sealing Canisters amp Bottles 13 Cleaning amp Storage 14 Troubleshooting 000 es 15 Technical Specifications 16 Replacement Bags 8 Rolls 17 Bole AA 17 Warranty iaia ia ipa 18 www cuisinetechnology com IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 1 2 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Do not touch hot surfaces Do not operate this Vacuum Sealer with a damaged power cord or plug or if it has been dropped damaged or malfunctions Return the Vacuum Sealer to Poly2. A variety of heat seal bags and rolls are available for your 150 Series Vacuum Sealer Corrugated Bags Size WxL Count Part Number 6 x 10 in 15 25 x 25 4 cm 30 VBC 0610 8 x 12 in 20 3 x 30 5 cm 30 VBC 0812 11 x 16 in 28 x 40 6 cm 18 VBC 1116 Corrugated Rolls Size W x L Count Part Number 8 in x 20 ft 20 3 cm x 6 1 m 3 rolls VBR 0820 11 in x 20 ft 28 cm x 6 1 m 3 rolls VBR 1120 All can be ordered online at www cuisinetechnology com DISPOSAL This equipment is marked with the crossed out wheeled bin symbol to indicate it must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste It is your responsibility to correctly dispose of this equipment at lifecycle end by handing it over to an authorized facility for separate collection and recycling By doing so you will help to conserve natural and environmental resources and you will ensure that your equipment is recycled in a manner that protects human health For more information please contact PolyScience 17 PolyScience Vacuum Sealing Systems WARRANTY This limited warranty supercedes all previous warranties on this product This limited warranty is available for consumers only You are a consumer if you were the original purchaser of the product at retail for personal family or household use PolyScience agrees to correct for the consumer either by repair or at PolyScience s election by replacement any defects in material or workmanship which develop
3. Phone 1 800 229 7569 1 847 647 0611 Email culinary polyscience com Be sure to activate your new PolyScience Vacuum Sealer warranty at www cuisinetechnology com 5 PolyScience Vacuum Sealing Systems CONTROLS 8 COMPONENTS Accessory Port Seal Foam Upper Seal Gasket Lid Locks www cuisinetechnology com 6 CONTROLLER OVERVIEW Power LED This LED lights when the Vacuum Sealer is plugged into the electrical outlet It indicates that the unit is ready for use Auto Button Pulse Button Power LED PolyScience Seal Button Seal Plus Stop Button Button Auto Activates a vacuum cycle followed by a seal cycle The LED above this button is lit while this process is running Vacuum is released when the process is complete Pulse Manually controls the vacuum process Press and hold the button to apply vacuum release the button to pause the process The LED above this button lights when this function is selected Seal Immediately activates the sealing process when the unit is operating or in Pulse The LED above this button lights when the unit is sealing The normal sealing time is approximately 5 seconds T PolyScience Vacuum Sealing Systems Seal Plus This button lengthens the seal time to 10 seconds The LED above this button is lit while this process is running Stop This button immediately stops whatever process is running SET UP Your PolyScience 150 Series Vacuum Sealer is simpl
4. OF THE PRODUCT Some states do not allow A limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or B the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Be sure to activate your new PolyScience 150 Series Vacuum Sealer warranty at www cuisinetechnology com PolyScience Toll free USA and Canada 800 229 7569 6600 W Touhy Avenue Worldwide 1 847 647 0611 Niles IL 60714 USA Email culinary polyscience com 19 PolyScience Vacuum Sealing Systems W PolyScience Innovative Culinary Technology
5. with equipment or other objects that could damage its control panel WARNING Always disconnect your Vacuum Sealer from the electrical power outlet before cleaning Turn the Vacuum Sealer Off by disconnecting the unit from the electrical outlet Use a damp cloth and mild soap to clean dust crumbs and spilled liquids from exterior surfaces Use a soft brush to gently remove crumbs or other materials from the unit s Chamber Seal Gaskets and Seal Wire To clean the vacuum hose user supplied detach from Accessory Port and run warm water through hose Dry hose completely before using www cuisinetechnology com 14 TROUBLESHOOTING Vacuum Sealer will not turn On e Unit not plugged in Check that the electrical cord is plugged into a working grounded electrical outlet Damaged or worn electrical power cord DO NOT USE UNIT RETURN FOR REPAIR Vacuum Sealer does not pull a complete vacuum with bags Edge of bag not across Seal Wire Properly position bag Open end of bag not inside the Vacuum Channel Make sure that open end of bag is completely in Vacuum Channel e Wrinkles in bag along Seal Wire Smooth out bag Sealed end of bag from roll not completely sealed Check for gaps or flaws in seal Crumbs or other debris on bag Seal Wire or Chamber Seal Gasket Clean as required Heat seal bag loses vacuum after being sealed Bag punctured Sharp items can put small holes in bags Cover sharp edge
6. within twelve 12 months after delivery of this product to the consumer for parts and labor In the event of replacement the replacement unit will be warranted for A ninety 90 days from the date of delivery of the replacement or B the remainder of the original warranty period whichever is longer If this product should require service contact PolyScience for instructions When return of the product is necessary a return authorization number is assigned and the product should be shipped transportation charges pre paid to the indicated service center To insure prompt handling the return authorization number should be placed on the outside of the package A detailed explanation of the defect must be enclosed with the product Notwithstanding the above this warranty shall not apply if the defect or malfunction was caused by accident neglect unreasonable use improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in material or workmanship THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION AND PERIODS SET FORTH HEREIN www cuisinetechnology com 18 POLYSCIENCE S SOLE OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF A DEFECTIVE PRODUCT AND POLYSCIENCE SHALL NOT IN ANY EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM USE OR POSSESSION
7. Science for examination and or repair Do not let power cord touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of table or counter Unplug from electrical outlet when not in use To avoid the possibility of personal injury always unplug the Vacuum Sealer from the electrical outlet before cleaning the unit Do not immerse Vacuum Sealer or power cord in water or any other liquid Do not touch the vacuum chamber lid vacuum chamber or seal bar while the unit is operating Do not use an extension cord with this Vacuum Sealer This Vacuum Sealer is intended for indoor use only do not use outdoors Do not let this Vacuum Sealer come in direct contact with food All foods should be placed in FDA approved boilable bags or canisters Carefully review the safety section in included literature This appliance should not be used by children To avoid accidental injury close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used where children may be present Do not operate in the presence of explosive and or flammable fumes Do not use this Vacuum Sealer for other than the intended purpose Do not use this Vacuum Sealer on wet or hot surfaces or near a heat source To disconnect turn any control Off then unplug directly from electrical outlet do not disconnect by pulling on the power cord Household use only This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental cap
8. abilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a responsible person responsible for their safety Use only heat seal bags accessories and attachments Read all instructions carefully PolyScience Vacuum Sealing Systems SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING The Vacuum Sealer is equipped with a two prong polarized power cord Connect the appliance only to earthed grounded power sockets Do not use appliance with a grounding adapter Contact a qualified electrician if the plug does not fit into the electrical outlet you intend on using WARNING Be careful not to touch or come in contact with the Seal Bar when the Vacuum Compartment Lid is open as it may be hot Never press the Seal button when the Vacuum Compartment Lid is open as this will apply heating power to the Seal Wire and can present a burning hazard WARNING 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 Vacuum packaging is not a substitute for canning WARNING Never vacuum package garlic or fungi such as mushrooms A dangerous chemical reaction takes place when air is removed causing these foods to be dangerous if ingested WARNING As with any storage container it is important to inspect food that has been vacuum packaged for spoilage prior to c
9. acuum Compartment Seal Gasket making certain that the Open end is within the Vacuum Channel Close the Vacuum Compartment Lid 4 Press Auto The vacuum pump will turn On and the Auto Pulse LED will light the Seal LED will also light during the sealing step When the entire process is complete vacuum will be released and the Vacuum Compartment Lid will unlatch 5 Remove the bag and check for proper vacuum and seal NOTE A positive seal will look clear upon inspection If the seal is spotty incomplete wrinkled white or milky cut the seal and restart the vacuuming and sealing process WARNING Be sure to store vacuum packaged items properly after sealing All perishable foods must be refrigerated or frozen to prevent spoilage Vacuum packaging is not a substitute for canning 11 PolyScience Vacuum Sealing Systems Manual Vacuuming amp Sealing Delicate foods such as seafood berries peas etc may be crushed or damaged if packaged using automatic vacuuming and sealing Manual vacuuming and sealing gives you precise control over the vacuum process to prevent these foods from being ruined It is also useful for packaging some juicy foods helping prevent liquids from being drawn out of the bags 1 Place the food item in a heat seal bag position the bag properly in the Vacuum Channel and close the Vacuum Compartment Lid 2 Press and hold Pulse The vacuum pump will turn On until the butt
10. e to set up and operate Electrical Power 1 Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet The Power LED will light indicating that you can now begin vacuum packaging with your Vacuum Sealer WARNING Make sure that the electrical outlet is the same voltage and frequency as your Vacuum Sealer The correct voltage and frequency are indicated on a label on the bottom of the unit The use of extension cords is not recommended www cuisinetechnology com 8 Making a Heat Seal Bag from a Roll CAUTION When making heat seal bags from a roll we recommend that you allow at least 20 seconds between each seal When the unit is used for an extended period of time without allowing sufficient time between sealing it may overheat and shut down See Troubleshooting for more information 1 Pull out a length of roll sized to fit the item you wish to vacuum package Be sure to allow for at least 1 75 inch 4 5 cm of space at the top and the bottom of the food item Cut the roll to size Place the open end of the roll across the Seal Wire in the Vacuum Compartment making sure the Seal Wire spans the entire width of the roll 4 Close the Vacuum Chamber Lid Press Seal The vacuum pump will turn On pulling the Lid tight against the Seal Wire Vacuum will release when the sealing process is complete 6 Remove the bag and check for proper seal Note A positive seal will look clear upon inspec
11. em with a paper towel before vacuuming to prevent the food from traveling into the vacuum system When sealing bottles allow at least 1 inch 2 5 cm space between the bottom of the stopper and the liquid in the bottle 1 Place the canister lid on the canister or the vacuum bottle stopper in the bottle 2 Attach the vacuum hose to the vacuum port on the canister lid or bottle stopper 3 Canisters Only Place the canister s vacuum port in the Vacuum position 4 Close the Vacuum Compartment Lid completely Locked position 5 Insert the vacuum hose into the External Vacuum Port on the Lid of your Vacuum Sealer 6 Press Auto The vacuum pump will turn On and the Auto Pulse LED will light After the vacuum cycle the unit will stop automatically 7 Canisters Only Remove the vacuum hose from the canister and place the vacuum port in the Closed or Locked position 8 Bottles Only Remove the vacuum hose from the bottle stopper 9 Remove the vacuum hose from the Accessory Port on the Lid of your Vacuum Sealer IMPORTANT Please see Troubleshooting on page 15 for information on the safe use and care of canisters Note Store vacuum sealed bottles vertically making sure that the liquid is not in contact with the stopper 13 PolyScience Vacuum Sealing Systems Cleaning 8 Storage Always clean and dry your Vacuum Sealer completely before storing Be sure to protect it from contact
12. on is released allowing you to observe and control the amount of air removed from the bag The shorter the pulses the greater your control 3 Press Seal to seal the bag and complete the process NOTE If the Seal button is not pressed the unit will automatically end the process approximately 7 seconds after the Pulse button is released 4 Remove the bag and check for proper vacuum and seal NOTE A positive seal will look clear upon inspection If the seal is spotty incomplete wrinkled white or milky cut the seal and restart the vacuuming and sealing process WARNING Be sure to store vacuum packaged items properly after sealing All perishable foods must be refrigerated or frozen to prevent spoilage Vacuum packaging is not a substitute for canning Extending the Sealing Time The standard seal time of 5 seconds should be sufficient for most bag thicknesses If you are using thicker bag materials or seals are weak or incomplete you can extend the seal time to 10 seconds by pressing Seal Plus prior to pressing Auto Pulse or Seal Canceling the Vacuum or Sealing Process Pressing Stop at any time automatically stops whatever process is running www cuisinetechnology com 12 Vacuum Sealing Canisters amp Bottles Your Vacuum Sealer features an Accessory Port that allows you to vacuum seal canisters as well as bottles with vacuum bottle stoppers If sealing powdered or granulated foods cover th
13. onsumption It is important to note that vacuum packaging cannot reverse the deterioration of foods it can only slow down changes in quality It is difficult to predict how long foods will retain their flavor appearance or texture since it depends on the age and condition of the food when it was vacuum packaged www cuisinetechnology com 4 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the PolyScience 150 Series Vacuum Sealer It is one of the easiest to use vacuum packaging systems available With this Vacuum Sealer you will now be able to keep food fresher and for longer periods of time in your freezer refrigerator and pantry You can also use your Vacuum Sealer to quickly marinate meats poultry and fish or pickle fruits and vegetables The PolyScience 150 Series Vacuum Sealer effectively removes air and extends freshness up to five times longer than normal preservation methods As a result it significantly extends food life maintains food quality reduces freezer burn and decreases food waste and costs Compact and lightweight your Vacuum Sealer s sleek design and intuitive operation makes it extremely easy to use and ensures a tight positive seal every time We recommend that you begin operating your Vacuum Sealer immediately to confirm that it is operating properly In the unlikely event that the unit was damaged during shipping or does not operate properly contact PolyScience 6600 W Touhy Avenue Niles IL 60714 USA
14. s with a paper towel and vacuum package in new bag Out gassing Some fruits and vegetables can release gases if not properly blanched or frozen before packaging Open bag and check for spoilage If spoilage has not yet begun consume immediately WARNING If spoilage has begun or if in doubt discard immediately DO NOT CONSUME 15 PolyScience Vacuum Sealing Systems Canisters not vacuuming properly e Accessory hose not properly attached Make sure vacuum hose is completely inserted into the lid of the canister and inserted properly in the Accessory Port on the Vacuum Sealer e Port on canister in incorrect position port should be in the Vacuum position Insufficient head space in canister Allow at least 1 inch 2 5 cm of space between the surface of the items in the canister and the lid Damaged canister lid or body Check canister lid and seal for damage CAUTION When the unit is used for an extended period of time without allowing sufficient time between sealing it may overheat and shut down Allow at least 20 seconds between each seal TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Requirements Overall Dimensions Weight Maximum Bag Roll Width www cuisinetechnology com Model VSCR 150AC1B 120 VAC 60Hz Model VSCR 150AC2E 240 VAC 50Hz 15 4 L x 6 3 W x 3 8 D inches 39 0 x 16 0 x 9 75 cm 4 Ibs 1 8 kg 12 6 inches 32 0 cm 16 REPLACEMENT BAGS amp ROLLS
15. tion If the seal is spotty incomplete wrinkled white or milky cut the seal and restart the sealing process 9 PolyScience Vacuum Sealing Systems Opening amp Closing the Vacuum Compartment Lid Dual press and release locks keep the Vacuum Compartment Lid closed during storage They also latch automatically during the vacuum sealing process To open the Lid push down on the left and right front corners until you hear a click it may take some force Use the tabs at the two front corners to lift the Lid open when the locks release Reverse the process to close the Lid Note It is not necessary to lock the Lid during operation The vacuum created during the vacuum packaging process pulls the Lid completely closed DAY TO DAY OPERATION Turning the Unit ON Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet The Power LED will light indicating that you can now begin vacuum packaging with your Vacuum Sealer Automatic Vacuuming amp Sealing Automatic vacuuming and sealing allows you to package food items with the touch of a single button It is ideal for packaging multiple or commonly stored items quickly and conveniently 1 Place the food item in a suitably sized heat seal bag Allow at least 1 75 inch 4 5 cm of space between the top of the food item and the open end of the bag to ensure the best vacuum www cuisinetechnology com 10 2 Place the open end of the bag across the V
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