Vacmaster VP400 User manual
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USER GUIDE
Chamber Vacuum Sealer
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Contents
The VacMaster® VP400 Double Chamber Vacuum Sealer was designed
inch seal bars located in each chamber provides the option of sealing
four large chamber pouches at once or doubling up of smaller bags for
casters allow the VacMaster VP400 Double Chamber Vacuum Sealer to be
time. Bag locks on the seal bar gasket reduce bag movement during
processors.
For more information, please visit us at
www.VacMasterFresh.com
Welcome
Safeguards ............................................................................................................................................4
Tips...............................................................................................................................................................5
Features ...................................................................................................................................................6
Control Panel........................................................................................................................................ 7
How To........................................................................................................................................................8
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................. 15
Cleaning and Storage.................................................................................................................16
Vacuum Packaging Guidelines...........................................................................................17
Parts.......................................................................................................................................................... 18
Packaging Info................................................................................................................................. 21
More Resources............................................................................................................................ 22
Specs .................................................................................................................................................... 22
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Read and complete the following to prevent any damage.
Oil must be added to the vacuum pump before using.
VacMaster®model VP400 uses an oil vacuum pump.
For shipping purposes there is no oil in the pump. Oil must be added. First
Adding Oil to Vacuum Pump
Turn off and unplug machine to prevent electrocution.
1.
enclosed plastic oil bottle.
2. Locate the oil ll bolt (A) on the top of the vacuum pump.
4. Watching oil site glass (B) insert end of oil bottle into hole.
5.
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6. Replace and tighten bolt to vacuum pump.
YOU MUST ADD OIL
BEFORE USE!
FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DAMAGE THE PUMP!
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A. Oil Fill Bolt
B. Oil Site Glass
WARNING
persons, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2.
3.
4. Never let the vacuum sealer run unattended. Disconnect the vacuum sealer from
the power source before leaving the work area.
5. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or vacuum
sealer in water or other liquid.
6.
7.
order to avoid a hazard. Call the provided customer service number for information
8.
9. Do not use outdoors. Optimal operating temperature range is 65°to 75°.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces,
including stove.
11.
12. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
13. Do not use for other than intended purpose.
14. This appliance is designed for a maximum vacuum ON time of 70 seconds and
to cool to ambient temperature if the appliance has been in use for 45 minutes.
15.
Important Safeguards
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▫Vacuum packaging is not a substitute for canning. All perishables still
need to be refrigerated or frozen.
▫
www.FDA.gov.
▫®Vacuum Chamber Pouches and accessories.
▫
When packaging these fruits and vegetables, outgassing can cause
vacuum packaging helps prevent this from occurring.
▫Delicate foods can be frozen prior to packaging to protect them from
▫Use VacMaster®Bone Guards to cover an item’s sharp edges to prevent
pouch punctures.
▫Allow foods and liquids to cool to room temperature before vacuum
packaging.
▫"of space between the
contents and the open end of the pouch. This is called head space. This
will prevent spills during the vacuum sealing process.
▫
▫VacMaster®pouches are boilable, freezable, and microwavable. When
microwaving, it is important to pierce or make a small cut in the pouch.
Important Tips
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1. Lid Gasket
2. Power Switch
3. Vacuum Chamber
4. Control Panel
5. Seal Bars (Not Pictured) - Four (4) 16” Double Wire Seal Bars
(2 in each chamber)
VP400 Features
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VP400 Control Panel
1. Vacuum Gauge- Indicates the vacuum level inside the chamber.
2. Function Lights:
Vacuum -
using the UP/DOWN Buttons.
Gas -
Sealing -
the UP/DOWN Buttons.
Cooling -
UP/DOWN buttons.
3. Working Indicator Light - Illuminates to indicate the machine is
in use.
4. LED Screen (Time) -
measured in seconds.
5. STOP Button -
vacuum process.
6. SET Button - Press to select the vacuum time, sealing time, or
cooling time. Use with the UP/DOWN buttons.
7. UP/DOWN Buttons - Press to increase or decrease vacuum time,
sealing time, or cooling time.
8. Program Button - Use to program 10 unique vacuum and seal
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How to Change the Oil
1. Run vacuum process a couple of times to "warm up" the oil.
2. Turn off machine and unplug to prevent electrocution.
4. Locate drain bolt on underneath side of vacuum pump.
5. For access and ease of draining
the oil, position machine so the
oil can be captured.
6.
bolt is removed. Place catch cup
underneath before removing
drain bolt.
7. Capture oil from pump. When oil
and tighten bolt. (Dispose of old
local and state regulations.)
8. Follow the "Adding Oil to Vacuum
Do not use machine until oil has
been added.
Vacuum Pump Maintenance
The VP400 vacuum pump requires periodic oil changes. Required oil change
schedule:
▫First oil change: 1 week after use.
▫
▫Oil must remain between
and
of site glass.
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becomes discolored, change oil replacing with new VacMaster®vacuum oil.
How to Use
Set Up - Powering up the VP400
1. Attach the power cord and plug the machine into a grounded
power outlet on the back of the machine and then plug the cord
into the wall outlet.
2. Open the machine lid - Release the lid lock, located on the right
side of the machine, and allow the lid to lift and remain open.
Do not stand over the lid
4. To power ON, rotate switch to the
“ON” position.
5. To power OFF, rotate switch to the
“OFF” position.
IMPORTANT:
Set Up - Adjusting the VP400 Timing Controls
NOTE: All timing adjustments must be made with the lid lock off and the lid open.
control panel
until the required label (Vacuum, Sealing or Cooling) is illuminated. For
For initial testing, the time settings should be:
Vacuum Time - 40 seconds
Sealing Time - 2 seconds
Cooling Time -
To change the settings, please read the instructions for each control on
Page 9.
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Set Up - Adjusting the VP400 Timing Controls
Vacuum Time:
button until VACUUM is illuminated and then use the UP/DOWN buttons to
Screen on the control panel.
Sealing Time:
pouch.
NOTE:
Cooling Time:
button until COOLING is illuminated and then use the UP/DOWN buttons to
NOTE: The VP400 settings will always default to the most recently used settings
on the machine
cooling time to twice the sealing time.
TIP:
NOTE: After setting the timing controls, press the SET button until the function
lights on the control panel are no longer illuminated. The machine will not start
until all function lights are off.
1. Select a vacuum chamber pouch
are packaging. Make sure that the mouth of the pouch does not exceed
to 16”W x 20”L in size.
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2. Fill the pouch and place inside the chamber
Fill the pouch with the product to be vacuum packaged and place the
pouch inside the chamber. Keep pouches that contain liquids or wet
chamber, with the opening of the pouch across the seal bar. Make sure
Note: The entire pouch, including the opening, must remain inside the
chamber.
3. Close the machine lid to vacuum and seal
gauge begins to move.
4. Inspect the pouch
When the lid opens, remove and inspect the pouch.
Vacuum conrmation -
the tightness of the pouch and the product. Look for air pockets or air
Seal conrmation – Inspect the pouch seal. A positive seal will appear
application, vacuum and seal again. If the product is vacuumed and
5. ED Code -
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Vacuum Cycle
Runs for a set time - counting down to zero
Sealing Cycle
Runs for a set time - counting down to zero
Cooling Cycle
Runs for a set time - counting down to zero
Lid Release
Indicates the end of the process.
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Air Filter Maintenance
with oil, large amount of liquid getting into the chamber and into the
pump, etc...
To Change the Air Filter:
1. Remove back cover from machine and locate the air lter housing
on the pump (see “Figure 1” below)
2. Remove the 4 corner screws from end cap.
3. Catch the gasket and spring from behind the end cap.
4. Remove the old lter from housing.
5. Insert new lter into housing.
6. Replace the spring and gasket, making sure the gasket is still in
good condition.
7. Re-attach the end cap with the 4 screws.
8. Filter re-assembly is complete.
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Programmable Vacuum Cycle Instructions
This VacMaster chamber vacuum sealer is now equipped with a new
settings. Changing from liquids to solids to delicate items has never
been easier to get that perfect amount of vacuum and a double seal for
CO Code - This stands for change oil.
seconds. This will reset and clear this code.
Mpa
12345
Instructions
1. Press the program button on the right side of the control panel to
2.
4.
cooling time over sealing time.
5.
6.
7. To create a new preset, press the program button to change to P1 and
repeat the process stated above.
8. Set up and save up to 10 unique settings.
9.
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Tips & Suggestions for Program Settings
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•Suggested vacuum time should be set to
•18-20 for liquids/powders.
•
Please scan the QR code for an instructional video on the
programmable functions.
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VP400 will not turn on -
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▫
the power cord is damaged.
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illuminated when on.
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function, make sure the lid is open and turn the power off. Turn the
machine back on and it should return to working order.
VP400 does not pull a complete vacuum with pouch -
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higher and vacuum again.
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the vacuum chamber. For detailed instructions, refer to "How To Use
the VacMaster®VP400 Chamber Vacuum Sealer".
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free of debris for the vacuum process to be successful. Wipe surface
Vacuum pouch loses vacuum after being sealed -
▫Sharp items can poke small holes in pouches. To prevent this, cover
sharp edges with VacMaster"Bone Guard and vacuum in a new pouch.
▫Some fruits and vegetables can release gases (outgassing) if not
think food spoilage has begun, discard the food. If food spoilage has
High elevation may cause the gauge to not go all the way green.
VP400 is not sealing pouch properly -
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again.
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present in the seal area. Wipe the inside of the pouch clean and
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entire pouch is over the seal bar and there are no wrinkles in the
pouch material.
If problems persist, contact customer support at
(800) 821-7849 or T[email protected]
for further assistance.
Troubleshooting
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▫unplugging it. DO
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free of debris. If needed, use a clean, damp cloth with mild soap.
a. Wipe the vacuum chamber clean.
b. Wipe the gasket clean.
c. Wipe the seal area clean.
▫Do not store the VP400 outside. 65°to 75°recommended.
▫
Cleaning & Storage
Maintenance Kit
1. Double Sided Tape: Used for adhering the
top bar that holds the seal pad in the lid.
2. 15-Amp Fuses (2x): Can be used for
replacing fuses located on the control
transformer and the cord receptacle.
NSF models will have a fuse on the seal
transformer.
3. Seal Wire: Used to replace seal wire that
discoloration.
4. Seal Tape: Used to replace seal tape the
or is starting to lose the adhesive.
5. Oil Fill Bottle:
6. Hex/ Allen Wrench: Used to removed
tension blocks that hold the seal wire to
the base of the seal bar.
7. #1 Screwdriver: Used to un-thread screws
on the cabinet of the machine and the
screws to move the chamber.
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▫
www.FDA.gov.
▫Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for canning.
▫Vacuum packaging cannot reverse the deterioration of foods.
▫Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration or freezing.
▫
When packaging these fruits and vegetables, outgassing can cause
vacuum packaging helps prevent this from occurring.
NOTE:
▫It is critical that food handling and storage are maintained at
low temperatures. You can reduce the growth of microorganisms
ºF or less. Freezing at 0ºF will not kill
microorganisms, but reduces the chances of them growing. For long-
packaged.
NOTE:
▫All perishable foods must be refrigerated or frozen.
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Parts Information
LID ASSEMBLY
Part # Part Name Qty
1Dome 1
2979933 O ring 4
3Short shaft 4
4Connection rod 4
5Bearing 4
6Circle clip for holes 4
7Circle clip for shaft 4
8Handle 2
9Handle seat 4
10 Screw 4
11 Clip 2
12 Wire joint 2
13 Rubber tube .05 meter
Part # Part Name Qty
14 979033 Airbag seat 2
15 Airbag assembly 2
16 Seal bar seat 2
17 Guide sleeve 4
18 Sping 4
19 Wash 4
20 Nut 4
21 Pin 2
22 979123 Seal bar assembly 2
23-24 979925 Pin/Clip Set 2 sets
25 Limit plate 2
26 Nut 2
27 979941 Lid gasket 1
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Parts Information
CHAMBER ASSEMBLY
Part # Part Name Qty
1Chamber Assembly 1
2Connection Rod 4
3Plate 4
4Circle-C Level 4
5Hexagonal bolt 8
6Cotter 4
7Adjusting hook component 4
8910312 Springs 4
9Hexagonal bolt 8
10 Cone 8
11 Platform Circle-C Level 8
12 979934 Silicone strip 4
13 Spring shaft 2
14 Circlip 4
15 Long shaft 2
16 Bearing 4
17 Plate 1
18 Key 2
19 O ring 1
20 979926 Silencer 2
21 921780 Valve, combined (solenoid) 1
22 O ring 1
23 M10x1 Joint 1
24 O ring 1
Part # Part Name Qty
25 M14x1 Joint 1
26 979935 Rubber tube 0.6 meter
27 979156 Hose, solenoid valve 1
28 Clip 2
29 T type connector 1
30 Valve seat 1
31 Rubber tube 0.05 meter
32 Pull rod 2
33 Shaft 2
34 Bearing 4
35 921310 Limit switch 1
36 920320 Hose Lid 0.85 meter
37 Clip for shaft 4
38 Clip for hole 2
39 Block 1
40 Plug 4
41 O ring 8
42 Left p late 4
43 979101 Sealing pad 4
44 979936 Press strip 4
45 Joint 2
46 Clip 1
47 Circle-C Level 1
48 Right plate 4
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Parts Information
MACHINE HULL
Part # Part Name Qty
1Hull assembly 1
2979126 Vacuum Gauge 1
3Hull front cover assembly 1
4PVC panel outer frame paper 1
5979125 Panel, Instrument 1
6-7 977504 Stickers, Green panel decal stickers 1 set
8977511 Sticker, Single green panel decal 1
9921241 Power switch 1
10 977502 Circuit board (Green) 1
921650A Circuit board (Blue) 1
11 Color line 1 meter
12 979395 Wheel, Caster Assembly (locking) 2
13 Rack installation board 4
14 979804 Brake Plate universal caster (4" locking) 2
15 Copper cable joint 1
16 Case side door assembly 2
17 Power cable 1
18 Door Latch 4
19 Door buckle double couplet 4
20 Cross-headed screw 4
Part # Part Name Qty
21 Straight handle 2
22 Electrical box cover 1
23 979135 Relay, timer 1
24 Hull rear cover assembly 1
25 979690 Contactor, AC relay 1
26 979927 Small Circuit Breaker 1
27 Guide rail 1
28 980100 Relay spacer 4
29 Terminals 1
30 Rubber coil 3
31 Left/Right Trunking 2
32 Upper trunking 3
33 Electrical wire board 1
34 Electrical box assembly 1
35 921702 Transformer, control 1
36 921710 Transformer, heating 1
37 979320 Pump (includes motor) 1
38 977264 Tubing 2 ft
39 Steel wire binding tool 2
40 Stainless steel nameplate 1
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