OPM PATRIOT VAC-1 User manual

VAC-1 VACUUM SEALER
INSTRUCTIONS
OPM International Oy
Niinistonkatu 1 FI-05800 Hyvinkaa Finland
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using this electrical appliance, safety precautions
should always be observed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Carefully read all of the instructions before using this appliance and
save for future reference.
2. Before plugging cord into wall outlet, or disconnecting, make sure
that the cover of the machine is in unlocked condition, and unplug
from outlet when not in use or before cleaning.
3. This appliance is not a toy, when used by or near children, close
attention is necessary, and store this appliance to a safe place, out
of the reach of children.
4. Do not use any bags or attachments not recommended or appointed,
and don’t use this appliance for other purpose except its intended
use.
5. Stop using the machine immediately if the cord is damaged and
have it replaced by a professional.
6. Keep away from moving parts.
7. Do not contact the hot sealing element located on edge of the top
housing of this machine. It is hot and may get burn.
8. Do not try to repair this appliance by yourself.
9. Don't use the appliance if it has fallen or appeared to be damaged.
10. Avoid to do the following: pull or carry by the cord, use cord as a
handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not operate appliance over cord or cord / plug is wet.
11. Keep away from hot gas, heated oven, electric burner or any other
hot surfaces. Do not use this appliance on wet or hot surface or near
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a heat source.
12. It’s better not to use an extension cord with this unit. However, if one
is used, it must have a rating equal to or exceeding the fating of this
appliance.
13. When disconnect, to avoid any injury, please unplug by grasp the
plug, not the cord.
14. Before plugging appliance in or operating, make sure your hands are
dry and safe to do the actions.
15. When it In “ON” or working position, always be on a stable surface,
such as table or counter.
16. It’s no need to use any lubricant, such as lubricating oils or water, on
this appliance.
17. Do not immerse any part of this appliance, power cord or plug in
water or any other liquid.
18. Do not use this appliance outdoors or on a wet surface, it’s
recommended for household, indoor use only.
19. This appliance can’t be used by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards involved.
20. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
21. If the supply cord is damaged, It must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
22. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.

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CAUTION:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
AB:1MIN PER CYCLE
CONSTRUCTION AND FUNCTIONS
1. Vac&seal / Cancel:
This button has two functions depending on the machine status:
At stand-by condition, it starts the automatic operation of vacuuming
the bag and then automatically seals the bag when vacuum is
complete;
At working (vacuuming or sealing operations) condition, it stops the
machine.
2. Pulse vacuum : When this key is pressed, a vacuum is generated by pulsation:
air suction begins when the key is pressed and stops when the
key is released.
3.Sealing time : Three setting for choosing the best bag sealing time
Dry button : for dry bags and items without moisture, with a shorter
heat sealing time;
Moist button: for wet bags or foods with a little moisture, with an moist
heat sealing time.
Extended button: for wet bags or foods with very moisture, with an
extended heat sealing time.
Default setting is Normal setting for dry bags and shorter sealing time.
4. Pressure :Two buttons for choice of different vacuum pressure:
Normal button: for regular items storage in normal vacuum pressure ;
Gentle button: for some soft & crushable items storage where less

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vacuum pressure is desired.
Default setting is normal and high vacuum pressure.
5.Canister: To start vacuuming for canisters, jar lids, wine stoppers or other
accessories through a hose.
6. Manual Seal : This button provides two functions:
To seal the open end of a bag without vacuuming air suction, used to
make a bag from a bag roll;
When the automatic “Vacuum &seal” function is in operation, this button
stops the motor pump and immediately starts to seal the bag so that
less vacuum pressure inside the bag can be controlled by the operator
to avoid crushing for delicate items.
7.Marinate: Press to marinate food in a marinator bowl. Press this key , the
specific marinating cycle begins.
8. Hose port: To insert the hose for canister and wine stopper before “marinates”
or “canister” operations.
9. Progress : This button is the numeric display apparatus and provides two
functions
●show that the progress of vacuuming
●Shows that the device is on and the lid is closed. When the LED winkles,
please wait until it normally light, then you can start next operation.
10. Air intake: Air intake connects with vacuum chamber and pump. Do not
cover this intake when placing bag for vacuum&Seal operations.

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11.Vacuum chamber: Position the open end of the bag inside the chamber,
draws air out of bag and catches any liquid overflow from the bag.
12. Sealing strip:Place the bag to be sealed over this strip.,Clean and dry or
replace it when distorted or broken.
13. Lower gasket: Keep air away by forming vacuum chamber with upper gasket
in the vacuum chamber. Clean and dry or replace it when it is distorted or
broken.
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14. Sealing element:Teflon-coated heating element which is hot and seals the
bag.
15. Upper gasket:Keep air away by forming vacuum chamber with lower gasket.
Clean and dry or replace it when distorted or broken.
16.Bag Cutter: Press and slide in one direction or another to cut bags to a
desired size.
17. Cutter rack: Support the cutter to slide along
18.Front handle: Press down to lock the cover. And rock to open the cover.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
I. Making a bag with bag roll
1. Open the top cover . Fig.1
2. Make sure the bag cutter is on one end of the cutter rack, Then put the
cutter rack to the back– Fig.2
3.Pull out the bag to the suitable
length you want– Fig.3
5.Put down the cutter rack and make sure it is on the right place of the
bags, then slide the cutter from one end to the other end to cut the bag–
Fig.4
Fig.2
Fig.3
Fig.4
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6. Put one end of the bag on top of the sealing
Element into the bag fixture– Fig.5
7. Close the top cover and press tightly till you
hear it click in place on both sides– Fig.6
8. Press “Maunal Seal” button to start sealing
the bags -Fig.7
9.Press the handle to open the cover and take the bag
out of the machine. The bag is then done and is ready
for vacuum sealing -Fig.8
Fig.5
Fig.6
Fig.7
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II. Vacuum packaging with a bag
1. Put the items inside the bag. Use only the special designed vacuum
bags supplied by us with vacuum channels.
2. Clean and straighten the open end of the bag, make sure no dust,
wrinkle or ripples.
3. Place the open end of the bag within the vacuum
chamber area. Make sure the air intake is not
covered by the bag. – Fig. 1
4. Put the top cover down and press front handle to lock
the top cover.- Fig.2
5.Check the LED status of “Vac & Seal” and the “sealing time” to
confirm sealing time depending on the moisture status of packed items
(extended/moist/dry) and desired vacuum pressure (Normal/Gentle)
according to the type of food;
6.Then press Vac& Seal button, the unit start to vacuum and will seal the
bag automatically - Fig 3
NOTE: This product provides very high vacuum pressure during vacuum
packaging with a bag, in order to avoid crushing of the delicate item by
the high vacuum pressure, observe the status of the vacuum pressure
Fig.1
Fig.2
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inside the bag and switch the “ MANUAL SEAL” button immediately
when the desired vacuum pressure is achieved. The pump will stop and
change to heat-seal the bag.
7.The vacuum packaging is done. Rock the handle to open the cover
and take out the packed bags – Fig. 4
NOTE:
This unit can be vacuum and seal continuously more than 100
cycles without overheating. Wipe out any excess liquid or food
residue in the vacuum chamber after each bag packaged.
Do not seal one after another continuously to avoid overheat of
the sealing element. The machine will reject if this “seal”
button is activated within 15 seconds of the last activation.
Your appliance can work only on the specific bags provided by
us. Do not attempt to use other bags not intended for vacuum
packaging. .
Cut the bag straight across with scissors to open a sealed bag.
Ⅲ.Vacuum packaging with a bag using Pulse Vacuum
1. Press Pulse Vacuum button, the unit start to vacuum the bag ,
observe the status of the vacuum pressure inside the bag . loose the
Pulse Vacuum button immediately when the desired vacuum pressure is
achieved.-- Fig 1
Fg.4
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2. Press the Manual Seal button when the Vacuuming have been
completed, the unit start to seal the bag automatically—Fig.2
Ⅳ. Vacuum package in a Canister & Vacuum Bowl
1.Wipe canister cover, canister base and ensure they are clean and dry.
2.Put the items into the canister and do not fill up too full so that the
cover can be in good contact with the canister bowl rim. Clean the cover
rim of the canister and bottom seal gasket of the canister cover;
3. Insert one end of the hose into the air intake
and another end of the hose into the center
hole of the canister cover– Fig. 1
4. Check the LED status of “Vac & Seal” and make sure if it is in
“Normal” setting;
5. Press the canister button to start vacuuming– Fig. 2. To ensure there
is no air leaking between the cover and the canister, use your hand to
push down the cover at the beginning of the vacuuming work. The
machine will stop automatically when enough vacuum pressure is
achieved.
Fig.1
Fig.2
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6. Take out the hose tube from the canister or bowl immediately first after
the job is completed.
Note: When moist food are under vacuuming, moisture will be
stored in adaptor. Remember to clean up the adaptor if there is
water before vacumming.
Open Canister after vacuum packaging
In order to open the canister, you need to press the “Release “button on
the canister cover.
Note:
At the beginning of the vacuum packaging in a canister or a vacuum
bowl, slightly press down the cover or on the hose adaptor to ensure
no loose of the hose and to avoid air leaking through the gap
between the cover and the canister top rim for a few seconds.
To test vacuum, simply tug on the cover. It shall not move;
Different canisters are available in the market. The operation
procedure will be a little different. Please refer to the individual
manual for the specific canister.
Ⅴ. Marinate food with a marinate Bowl
1) Fill the container and connect it to the machine as described above.
2) Set the machine vacuum power according to the food being marinated.
3) Hook the lid onto the base of the machine by lowering the lock handle.
4) Press the “Marinate” button to start the marinate process. The machine
will vacuuming and release air by automatically with 5 cycles, around 6
minutes. Then, the quick marinate process is completed.
5) Remove the tube from the container and the machine.
The machine can be stopped at any time by pressing “Automatic/stop”.
If the marinate process needs to be repeated, the air will need to be
released from the container before reconnecting it to the machine.

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Ⅵ.Cord storage box
1.Put the power cord into the storage box when not use the machine
which is in the back of the machine. Do not wrap the cord around the
appliance.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Vacuum sealer
1. Always unplug the unit before cleaning.
2. Do not immerse in water or any other liquid.
3. Avoid using abrasive products or material to clean the unit, for
they will scratch the surface.
4. Use a mild dishwashing soap and a warm, damp cloth to wipe
away food residue or around components.
5. Dry thoroughly before using again.
Note: The foam gaskets around the vacuum chamber should be
dried thoroughly before re-assembling, when re-assembling,
is careful to prevent any damage, and assemble as original
position to ensure no vacuum leaking.
Vacuum bags
1. Wash bags in warm water with a mild dish-washing soap
2. When wash bags in dishwasher, turn bags inside out and spread
them over top rack of dishwasher, so entire surface is exposed to
the washing water.
3. Dry thoroughly before reusing.
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible illness, do not reuse bags after
storing raw meats, raw fish or greasy foods. Do not reuse bags
that have been microwaved or boiled.

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Accessories
Washing all vacuum accessories in warm water with a mild dishwashing
soap, But do not immerse cover in water.
1. Canister bases (not lids) are top rack dishwasher safe. But
canister cover should be wiping down with a damp cloth.
2. Ensure the accessories to be dry thoroughly before reusing.
3. Canister and cover is not allowed to use in microwave or freezer.
Storing Your Vacuum Sealer:
1. -Keep the unit in a flat and safe place, out of the reach of
children.
2. Do remember to make sure the lid of appliance is unlocked
when not in use and in storage. Keep the cover locked will
distort the foam gaskets causing leaking.
Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
Vacuuming
but seal
function is
not good
Check if the edge of the bags has liquid, oil stain or any
chippings?
If yes, please clean the edge of bags and try again.
Check if the heating element damage and good setting or
not?
If damaged, please exchange the heating element and make sure i
t
is well installed.
Check if the sealing strip damage or well installed?
If damaged, please exchange the sealing strip and make sure it is
well installed.
Check if the edge of the bag has wrinkled?
If yes, please take out some foods so that the bags have enough
space for sealing and smooth the bag mouth and try again.

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Seal function is
good but can not
vacuuming
Check if the gasket is deformed?
If deformed, replace it and try again.
Check if the bags is placed into the vacuum chamber?
If not, please put the edge of bags into the vacuum chamber.
Check if the food with sharp angel?
If yes, please packing the angel with safe paper before vacuuming
the food
Check if the edge of bag covered the suction hole?
If yes, please put the bag into the correct position.
Bag inflation after
vacuuming
Check if the good is belong to easy corrosion foods?
All the easy corrosion goods are need to be frozen or refrigerated
after vacuuming so that it can prolong it’s shelf life. But
vacuuming doesn’t guarantee the foods will never spoil.
Check if you packed the fresh vegetables or fruit and seed
food?
All fresh vegetables or fruit and seed are not suitable to storage
under room temperature after vacuumed, they have
photosynthesis and respiration. Suggest to storage them in
refrigerated.
The bag melts Check if the sealing time is too long?
If yes, please reset the sealing time.
The canister will not vacuum:
1. Make sure the adaptor was well connected both to the appliance
and the canister firmly.
2. Check if the knob of the canister was on the position of “seal”.
3. Press the lids OR on the hose adaptor at the very beginning of
vacuuming to avoid leaking from the cover seal...
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change it for a new one.
5. Check the function of the vacuum sealer.
6. Make sure the rim of the canister is clean enough. If all the
above situations are excluded, please contact with the appointed
service agency.
DISPOSAL OF THE DEVICE
PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
At the end of the life of your product, it should go to a specially
adapted waste-recycling centre.
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION FIRST
1. The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that
this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it
should be handed over to the applicable. Collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
2. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
waste handling of this product .For more detailed information about
the recycling of this product, Please contact your local council
office or your household waste disposal service.