Ginnys 787984 User manual

FOOD SEALER
User Guide
Item: 787984
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safeguards 3
Electrical Safety and Specicaons 4
Get to Know Your Sealer 5
How to Operate 6–8
Cleaning & Care 9
Troubleshoong 10
Notes 11
Warranty 12
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Thank you for purchasing a Ginny’s Brand Food Sealer.
Vacuum-sealed foods last longer and stay fresher than
foods kept in tradional storage bags and containers.
You’ll save money and prepare meals ahead of me
by buying foods in bulk and sealing in preporoned
amounts before freezing or storing. Enjoy!
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
• FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE FOR OTHER
THAN ITS INTENDED USE.
• Remove all packaging materials and labels before rst use.
• A short cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulng from tripping
or entanglement. DO NOT drape the cord over a counter or tabletop
where it can be pulled on or tripped over. DO NOT wrap the cord ghtly
around the appliance, as this could cause the cord to fray or break.
• We DO NOT recommend using an extension cord with this appliance.
However, if an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rang should
be at least as great as the electrical rang of this appliance.
• CLOSE SUPERVISION IS NECESSARY WHEN USING THIS APPLIANCE NEAR
CHILDREN.
• A re may occur if this appliance is used near ammable materials,
including curtains, towels, walls, etc. DO NOT place the appliance or its
cord on or near a heated surface or in a heated oven.
• Always use this appliance on a stable, dry, heat-resistant surface.
• DO NOT use near water.
• DO NOT use an accessory or aachment not recommended by Ginny’s,
as this may cause injury or damage the appliance.
• Keep hands, hair and clothing clear of this appliance when in operaon.
• DO NOT seal or vacuum seal bags or containers containing ammable
substances such as alcohol, solvents, etc.
• Stop sealing and unplug the sealer if liquids are sucked into the vacuum
chamber! Ensure the vacuum port and chamber are completely clean
before resuming sealing.
• The heang and sealing bars get hot during operaon.
• DO NOT use outdoors.
• Unplug this appliance when not in use.
• THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS APPLIANCE.
• DO NOT USE AN APPLIANCE WITH A DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG, OR
AFTER THE APPLIANCE MALFUNCTIONS OR HAS BEEN DAMAGED IN ANY
MANNER.
• Appliances contain valuable materials that can be recycled. Dispose of
old appliances using appropriate collecon systems in accordance with
federal and local regulaons.
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY
SPECIFICATIONS
This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug in which 1 prong is wider
than the other. This is a safety feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
The plug will t into a polarized outlet only 1 way. If you are unable to
insert the plug into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If it sll does not t
contact a qualied electrician. DO NOT aempt to modify the plug in any
way. Ginny’s cannot accept any liability for damage or injury resulng from
failure to observe these safety procedures.
POWER RATING 120V, 60Hz, 175W
CORD LENGTH 36" +/-5"
VACUUM DEGREE -0.6 ~ -0.8 BAR
DIMENSIONS 13.38" W x 2.5" H x 5.87" D
MODEL VS99-N
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GET TO KNOW YOUR SEALER
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1. Housing
2. Upper Sealing Gasket
3. Release Buon (2)
4. Heang Bar
5. Lid
6. Sealing Bar (silicone)
7. Lower Sealing Gasket
8. Vacuum Chamber
9. Bag
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A. Seal: Seals the bag (with a melng seal) without vacuum.
B. Cancel: Stops the sealing process at any me.
C. Vacuum Seal: Vacuums the bag then automacally seals the bag.
D. Sealing Indicator Light
BC A
D

HOW TO OPERATE
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Ne: The maximum bag width that ts this sealer is 11".
MAKING A BAG FROM A SEALING BAG ROLL
1. Plug the sealer into an electrical outlet. Open the sealer lid.
2. Cut the desired bag length from the roll (in a straight line).
3. To seal one end of the bag, place either open end of the bag on the
sealing bar so the open end to be sealed rests in the vacuum chamber.
4. Close the lid and press down on both sides of the lid (on the hand icons)
unl two click sounds are heard (BOTH SIDES MUST LOCK).
5. Press SEAL.
6. When the indicator light turns to green, sealing is complete.
7. Press both release buons (le and right), open the lid and take out the
bag.
8. When nished sealing, unplug the sealer.
SEALING A FILLED BAG
1. Plug the sealer into an electrical outlet. Open the sealer lid.
2. Clean and straighten the open end of the bag and make sure there are no
wrinkles in the bag where the seal will be made. Leave 2" between food
and end of bag.
3. Place the open end of the bag on the sealing bar so it extends above the
vacuum chamber.
4. Close the lid and press down on both sides of the lid (on the hand icons)
unl two click sounds are heard (BOTH SIDES MUST LOCK).
5. Press SEAL.
6. When the indicator light turns to green, sealing is complete.
7. Press both release buons (le and right), open the lid and take out the
bag.
8. Wipe out any excess liquid or food residue from the vacuum chamber
aer each use.
9. When nished sealing, unplug the sealer.

HOW TO OPERATE
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VACUUM SEALING A FILLED BAG
1. Plug the sealer into an electrical outlet. Open the sealer lid.
2. Clean and straighten the open end of the bag and make sure there are no
wrinkles in the bag where the seal will be made. Leave 2" between food
and end of bag.
3. Place the open end of the bag on the sealing bar so it extends above the
vacuum chamber
4. Close the lid and press down on both sides of the lid (on the hand icons)
unl two click sounds are heard (BOTH SIDES MUST LOCK).
5. Press VACUUM SEAL. The bag will be vacuumed, then sealed.
6. When the indicator light turns to green, the process is completed.
7. Press both release buons (le and right), open the lid and take out the
bag.
8. Wipe out any excess liquid or food residue from the vacuum chamber
aer each use.
9. When nished sealing, unplug the sealer.
Ne: If vacuum sealing mulple bags, let the sealer cool down
a minimum of 20–30 seconds between seals. If it overheats,
the sealer will shut o automacally. If this happens, unplug
and allow to cool for at least 25 minutes before resuming
sealing.
WARNING:
During the vacuum sealing process, small amounts of liquids,
crumbs or food parcles can be inadvertently pulled into the
vacuum chamber. To avoid this, freeze moist and juicy foods
before sealing bags or place a folded paper towel near the
inside top of the bag. For powdery foods, allow extra space at
the top of the bag.

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HOW TO OPERATE
Tips:
• DO NOT overll bags; leave enough space at the open end of the
bag so it can easily be placed on the sealing bar without contents
spillng out.
• Wet bags may be dicult to seal; ensure the opening is dry.
• DO NOT vacuum seal objects with sharp points like sh bones and
hard shells (sharp points may penetrate and tear the bag).
• Vacuum packaging is NOT a substute for refrigeraon or freezing.
Any perishable foods that require refrigeraon must sll be
refrigerated or frozen aer vacuum packaging.
• For best results, vacuum seal fresh foods.
• Vacuum sealing does not prevent the growth of mold.
• When reheang foods in the microwave using your vacuum bags,
always puncture the bag to allow hot air to escape. You can also
reheat foods in the vacuum bags by placing in water at a low
simmer below 170° F.
• Always thaw foods in a refrigerator or microwave. DO NOT thaw
perishable foods at room temperature.
• Freezing meats and sh for 1–2 hours before vacuum sealing helps
retain their juice and shape and provides for a beer seal.
• When sealing cheeses, make the bag just a lile longer than
needed so you will have excess and be able to easily reseal the bag
aer each use. Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria, so cheeses
should never be vacuum packaged.
• Blanch vegetables by placing them in simmering water or in a
microwave unl they are cooked, but sll crisp. Aer blanching,
immerse vegetables in cold water to stop the cooking process
before sealing.
• When vacuum sealing powdery items like our, use the original
packaging inside of the vacuum bag. Powders can get sucked into
the sealer and damage it.
• Freeze liquids solid before sealing. Liquids can get sucked into
the sealer and damage it.

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CLEANING & CARE
1. Turn o and unplug the sealer.
2. Always allow the appliance to cool completely before cleaning.
3. Clean the sealer with a damp sponge. Use a mild dish soap, as needed.
Handle gaskets and sealing bars carefully!
4. DO NOT use abrasive brushes, pads or cleaning soluons.
5. Dry thoroughly before using again.
6. Sealing bags can be washed in warm water with dish washing soap. Rinse
the bags well and allow to dry thoroughly before reusing. DO NOT reuse
bags that have stored raw meat or greasy foods.
7. DO NOT IMMERSE ANY CORD, PLUG OR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE INTO
WATER.
8. DO NOT lock the sealer lid when not in use or during storage (to prevent
deforming of the gaskets).

TROUBLESHOOTING
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SEALER HAS NO POWER
• Make sure the vacuum sealer is plugged in.
• Check the power cord and plug for damage. If damaged, DO NOT use the
sealer.
• Test the electrical outlet by plugging in another appliance.
• The vacuum sealer will shut o automacally if overheated (lights will
ash). Allow the sealer to cool down for 25 minutes before trying again.
SEALER DOES NOT PERFORM FIRST SEAL ON THE BAG
• Make sure the bag cut from the roll is properly posioned as described on
page 6.
SEALER DOES NOT COMPLETELY VACUUM AIR FROM BAGS
• To seal properly, the open end of the bag should be dry and resng enrely
inside the vacuum chamber.
• Check the bars and gaskets for debris or signs of wear. Wipe clean, if
needed and smooth them back into place.
• Bag may have a leak. To test, seal the bag with some air in it, submerge it
in water and apply pressure. Bubbles indicate a leak. Reseal to close o the
leak or use another bag.
BAG IS NOT SEALING PROPERLY
• Ensure both sides of the lid are properly closed.
• The heang bar may overheat and melt the bag. If this happens, li the lid
and allow the bar to cool for a few minutes.
BAG LOSES VACUUM AFTER BEING SEALED
• Leaks along the seal can be caused by wrinkles, crumbs, grease or liquids in
the sealed area. Reopen the bag. Wipe the top inside of the bag and
smooth it out along the sealing bar before resealing.
• Check the bag for punctures or holes.

NOTES
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WARRANTY
Ginny’s warrants this product free from defects in material and
workmanship for one year from provable date of purchase.
Within this warranty period, Ginny’s will repair or replace, at its opon,
defecve parts at no charge provided the product is returned freight
prepaid with proof of purchase to Ginny’s. Allow 2–4 weeks for return
shipping.
This warranty does not cover improper installaon, misuse, abuse or neglect
on part of the owner. Warranty is also invalid in any case that the product is
taken apart or serviced by an unauthorized service staon.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and they may vary from
state to state.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND
CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Ginny’s, Inc.
1112 7th Avenue
Monroe, WI 53566
Customer Service: 800-544-1590
8:00 a.m. to Midnight CST, Monday through Friday
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