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Food Vacuum Sealer User Manual Model No.: TARFSM16 220 - 240Va.c. 50Hz 150W Rev 1 Note: The specifications and/or components of this appliance are subject to change without prior notice...
Before First Use ..............4 Important Safeguards ............4 Functions and Features ............7 Food Preparation Tips for Air-tight Vacuum Sealing ....7 Preparation Hints for Meat and Fish ........7 Preparation Hints for Cheeses ..........7 Preparation Guidelines for Vegetables ........7 More on Vegetables ..............
1 Before First Use Read and follow all the instructions in this “Instruction Manual” even if you feel you are familiar with the product, and find a place to keep it handy for future reference. Your attention is drawn particularly to the sections concerning “IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS”, “FOR YOUR SAFETY”, and the “SERVICE”...
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To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse or expose the product or • flexible cord to rain, moisture or any liquid other than those necessary for correct operation of the product. • For indoor use only. This product should not be used in the immediate vicinity of water, such as •...
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Never leave the product unattended when in use. • • Keep the upper lid of the appliance unlocked when not in use. The appliance must only be used as intended in accordance with the enclosed • operating instructions. Do not allow babies or children to play with plastic bags. They are not a toy. •...
3 Functions and Features 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 important to vacuum package foods that are fresh.
NOTE : All vegetables (including broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, turnips) naturally emit gases, during storage. Therefore, after blanching, it’s best if they’re stored in the freezer. 3.5 More on Vegetables Vegetables are a great candidate for portion control ; when storing vegetables, try pre-freezing them for 1 to 2 hours, then separate them into meal portions within your vacuum bags.
5 Components “A” Vacuum & Seal Button. Press to vacuum package and seal food airtight. Appliance shuts off automatically. “B” Cancel Button. Immediately halts the current function. “C” Seal Only Button. This button has three uses: Press to create a seal when making bags from a roll. ...
6 Operating Instructions 6.1 How to make Custom Sized Bags Pull enough bag material to hold the item to be vacuum packaged, plus 5cm • more. With a pair of scissors or sharp knife, cut the desired bag length from the bag •...
6.2 Vacuum Sealing • Plug in to power point and switch on. Place the item(s) to be vacuum sealed into the pre-cut or custom sized bag. • Leave at least 5cm between the contents and the top of the bag to allow for bag contraction.
NOTE: If for some unknown reason the unit does not reach the required vacuum pressure, please check if the bag has a leak, or the bag has not been placed properly on the appliance, then re-try. 6.3 Hints For Best Vacuuming Performance Do not put too much food stuff inside the bag.
For vacuum sealing liquid-based foods, such as soups, casseroles or stews, first freeze the liquid in a dish (no bigger than the vacuum bag), then place the frozen liquid into the vacuum bag and vacuum seal, label and place in your freezer. To vacuum seal foods not frozen, allow an additional 50mm bag length expansion while freezing.
Refrigerate or freeze the perishable foods immediately, if you have vacuum- • sealed them, and do not leave them sitting at room temperature. • The shelf life of dry foods such as nuts, coconut or cereals will be extended in vacuum-sealed package, while stored in a cool, dark place.
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Refrigeration will slow the growth of yeast and freezing stops it completely. Bacteria can grow with or without air. One of the extremely dangerous type of bacteria is clostridium botulinum, and they can grow under the right conditions without air: in the temperature range of 4˚ to 46˚ Conditions for growth are foods lacking acid, low oxygen environment and temperatures greater than 4˚C for extended time.
10 Cleaning and Maintenance Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out, switch off and DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply. Allow the unit to cool if just finished using. 10.1 Vacuum Sealer • Always unplug the unit before cleaning. Do not immerse in water or any other liquid.
11 When the Appliance is Not in Use When the appliance is not in use or is not going to be used for a long period, disconnect from the electricity supply and store in a dry safe place. There is a cord storage on the underneath of the vacuum sealer. Do not pull the cord tight but instead, loosely wrap around the hooks.
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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. •...
13 Warranty Against Defect WHAT’S COVERED? replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation other reasonably 1.1. H.E. Group Pty Ltd (“us” “we” or “our”) warrants foreseeable loss or damage. You are also this good for a full replacement or refund for a entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if period of twelve months from the date of the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the...
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