Vacmaster PRO350 User manual

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User’s Manual

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Thank you for purchasing the VacMaster®PRO350 Vacuum Sealer.
You are about to use one of the most powerful suction vacuum sealers
available. With the help of the PRO350, you will now be able to keep
food fresh for longer in the refrigerator, freezer or pantry. The PRO350
effectively removes air and extends freshness up to five times longer
than traditional methods. Our versatile and convenient machine can also
be used to preserve and organize other items, like keepsakes, or small
and easy-to-lose items. Your PRO350 will quickly become invaluable to
all your packaging needs; it will never leave your countertop.
The PRO350 combines a clean and simple style with a strong, compact
design. This machine is fully automatic and features a variety of options
that will fulfil all your packaging needs. Our machines are constructed
with high-quality, fully tested, top-rated components which ensure
optimum performance. Easy-to-clean, stainless steel construction will
provide years of service.
For your safety and protection, carefully read and follow this guide. For
more information, please visit us at www.MyVacMaster.com.
Safeguards................................................................................................ 2
Tips ........................................................................................................... 3
Features ................................................................................................. 4-5
How To................................................................................................... 6-9
Troubleshooting....................................................................................... 10
Cleaning and Care................................................................................... 11
Vacuum Packaging Guidelines................................................................. 12
Notes ...................................................................................................... 13
Warranty and Registration ....................................................................... 14
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SAFEGUARDS
Important Safeguards
For your safety, always follow these basic precautions when using a
VacMaster®PRO350 Vacuum Sealer:
1. Read this User’s Guide carefully for operating instructions. Read
all instructions in this User’s Guide before use.
2. Do not use the PRO350 on a wet or hot surface, or near a heat
source.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse any part of
the vacuum sealer, power cord, or plug in water or any other
liquid.
4. Unplug the machine before cleaning or when not in use.
5. To disconnect, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
Do not disconnect by pulling on the cord.
6. Do not operate the PRO350 if it has a damaged cord or plug.
7. Do not operate the PRO350 if it malfunctions or is damaged.
Contact Customer Service at 800-821-7849.
8. Use the PRO350 only for its intended use.
9. Closely supervise children when using any electrical appliance.
Do not allow the PRO350 to be used as a toy.
10. The PRO350 (120V appliances only) has a grounded plug. Use
only a grounded electrical outlet. To reduce risk of electrical
shock, do not modify the plug in any way.
11. Do not use an extension cord.
12. The power cord should not drape over a counter or tabletop, as
the cord could be tripped over or pulled on unintentionally.
13. Do not place or operate near an electric or gas burner, or a
heated oven.
14. Extreme caution and care must be used when sealing or
handling any bags containing hot liquids.
15. Do not use outdoors.
For Household Use Only
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TIPS
Important Tips
• Vacuum packaging is not a substitute for canning. All
perishables still need to be refrigerated or frozen.
• Follow all food safety regulations as outlined by the FDA at
www.FDA.gov.
• Use only VacMaster®vacuum bags, rolls, containers and
accessories.
• Some fruits and vegetables may release gases, known as
outgassing. When packaging these fruits and vegetables,
outgassing can cause the vacuum to be gradually lost over time.
Blanching or freezing before vacuum packaging helps prevent
this from occuring.
• Delicate foods can be frozen prior to packaging to protect them
from getting crushed by the vacuum. If you are packaging fresh
meats without pre-freezing, first dry the meat. Place a folded
paper towel between the meat and the top of bag to help
absorb any moisture.
• To vacuum package liquids, pre-freeze in a dish, bowl, or ice
cube tray.
• Use VacMaster®Bone Guards to cover an item’s sharp edges to
prevent bag punctures.
• Allow foods and liquids to cool before vacuum packaging.
• Avoid overfilling the bag. Leave at least 3” of space between
the contents and the open end of the bag. This is called head
space. This allows room for the bag to tightly form around the
content and will prevent the bag from pulling out of the vacuum
chamber during the sealing process.
• To prevent wrinkles from forming in the seal, gently stretch the
bag flat along the seal bar before closing the lid.
• When using accessories, leave at least 1” of space between the
contents and the top of the container.
• Use a clean, damp cloth and mild soap to clean the PRO350.
• VacMaster®bags and rolls are boilable, freezable, and
microwavable.
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FEATURES
Features of the VacMaster®PRO350
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1. Seal Pad - Provides pressure against the seal bar for a positive seal.
2. Roll Cutter - Cuts rolls to the desired length.
3. Control Panel - Controls machine functions.
4. Seal Bar - Provides wide, positive seals on bags and rolls up to 12”
wide.
5. Vacuum Chamber - Area where the vacuum packaging process
takes place and captures any overflow liquids.
6. Gasket - Seals out air between the vacuum chamber and lid.
7. Accessory Port - Use with the accessory hose to seal VacMaster®
storage containers.
8. Roll Storage Compartment - Stores VacMaster®rolls up to
12” x 50’.
9. Built-in Cooling Fan - For cooler, more efficient operation.
10. Handle - Use to open and close lid.
11. Transparent Lid - Allows for easy bag placement.
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Control Panel of the VacMaster®PRO350
FEATURES
1. Digital Display - Displays the function settings and progress of the
working cycle.
2. Arrow Buttons - Press up or down to adjust the “Vacuum Level”,
“Seal Time” and “Marinate Time” functions.
3. “Set” Button - Press to select desired function:
a. Seal Time - Adjust the length of seal time from 0.5 to 9.0.
When value is adjusted to zero, the PRO350 will not seal.
The last used seal time is stored in memory.
b. Marinate Time - Adjust the length of the marinating time
from 9 to 99 minutes.
4. “Vacuum Level” Button - Press to set desired vacuum level.
a. 23hg - minimum vacuum setting.
b. 25hg - medium vacuum setting.
c. 27.5 - maximum vacuum setting.
d. Adjustable - manually control the vacuum level from a
minimum setting of 20hg to a maximum of 27.5hg.
5. “Power” Button - Turns the machine ON/OFF.
6. “Start” Button - Begins the vacuum packaging process.
7. “Pulse” Button - Use to prevent crushing delicate items. Press
once, “P” will display. Press and hold to achieve desired vacuum.
8. “Seal” Button - This button has two functions:
a. Press to interrupt the vaccum cycle and begin sealing the bag.
b. Press to create a seal on poly, other types of bags or rolls.
9. “Accessory” Button - Press to vacuum seal canisters. See
“Vaccum Seal with Canisters” section.
10. “Stop” Button - Press to cancel any function in process.
NOTE: When “Stop” is pressed the seal feature will not function.
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HOW TO
Vacuum Package Precut Bags
Follow these steps when using precut vacuum packaging bags with
your VacMaster®PRO350 Vacuum Sealer:
1. Choose a suitable-sized vacuum packaging bag, and place the
item(s) inside.
2. Allow at least 3” of head space between the contents and the
top of the bag.
3. Using the handle, open the lid and place the open end of the
bag across the seal bar, keeping the opening within the gasket
area.
4. To ensure a complete seal make sure the bag is flat across the
seal bar, smoothing out any wrinkles.
5. Close the lid.
6. Press the “Start” button to begin the vacuum process. Press
and hold down the lid until the vacuum engages.
NOTE: To prevent crushing delicate items, press the “Seal” button anytime to
start the sealing process.
7. Once the the bag is sealed, the machine will beep letting you
know that the process is complete.
8. Open the lid.
NOTE: DO NOT touch the Seal Bar area, as it may be hot after use.
9. Take the bag out and inspect the seal. A successful seal will look
clear. If seal is spotty, incomplete, wrinkled, white or milky, cut
the seal and repeat the vacuum sealing process.
Recommended seal time setting is 1.5.
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HOW TO
Make a Bag from a Vacuum Roll
1. Place the vacuum roll into the roll storage compartment. Press
the buttons located on both sides of the machine to release the
roll compartment lid. Insert the roll with the open end of material
on top.
2. Pull the roll material across the control panel.
3. Close the lid and lower the roll cutter.
4. Pull out the desired bag length. Leave at least 3” of space
between the contents and open the end of the bag.
5. Press down on the roll cutter and slice bag to desired length.
6. Open the lid and place the open end of the bag across the seal
bar, keeping the opening within the gasket area.
7. Close the lid. Press the “Seal” button to create a seal. Hold
down the lid until the vacuum engages.
8. Follow instructions 3 – 9 under “How to: Vacuum Package
Precut Bags” on page 6.
Package Delicate Items with Pulse
Delicate items, such as baked goods, fresh fruits, etc., can be
crushed during the vacuum packaging process. To prevent this from
occurring, use the “Pulse” vacuum function. When packaging liquid-
rich items, you can also use this function to prevent liquid from being
drawn into the machine.
1. Follow instructions 1 – 4 under “How to: Vacuum Package
Precut Bags”
2. Press the “Pulse” button once to activate this function.
NOTE: The letter “P” will be displayed in the display window.
3. Close and hold down the lid and press the “Pulse” button to
begin the vacuum process. Watch the bag and release the
“Pulse” button to stop the vacuum process before the contents
are crushed or liquid is pulled into the machine.
4. Press the “Seal” button to seal the bag.
5. The machine will finish the cycle and then beep, indicating the
sealing cycle is complete.

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HOW TO
Vacuum Seal with Canisters
Follow these steps when using storage canisters with your
VacMaster®PRO350 Vacuum Sealer:
1. Place the items to be sealed in the canister. Make sure the lid
of the canister is dry and free of any food particles and debris.
Do not overfill. Leave a minimum of 1” head space between the
canister contents and the top of the canister.
2. Place the lid on top of the canister. Turn the lid knob so the
arrow points to “Vacuum”.
NOTE: The lid sits on the rim of the canister until the vacuum packaging
process begins.
3. Insert one end of the Accessory Hose into the lid port and insert
the other end into the Accessory Port on the PRO350.
4. Press the “Accessory” button.
5. When the vacuum process is complete the machine will “beep”.
Turn the lid knob to “Lock” position.
6. Gently twist and remove the Accessory Hose from the canister
and machine.
7. To test the vacuum, tug on the canister lid. It should not move.
8. Store the canister.
NOTE: Do not freeze the canister. Long term freezer storage in canisters will
result in a loss of vacuum.
Seal Only
To seal a bag without vacuuming it, use the “Seal” button on the
Control Panel.
1. Using the handle, open the lid and place the open end of the
bag across seal bar.
2. To ensure a complete seal make sure the bag is flat across the
seal bar, smoothing out any wrinkles.
3. Close and hold down the lid until the seal engages.
4. Press “Seal”.
5. Once the bag is sealed, the PRO350 will beep letting you know
that the seal cycle is complete.
6. Open the lid and remove the bag.

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HOW TO
Marinate Food with Canisters
Your PRO350 has a special marinating feature that allows foods to
quickly achieve the optimum flavor infusion. While in the Marinate
cycle, the PRO350 will alternate back and forth between a state of
vacuum and state of rest.
NOTE: One cycle is 9 minutes (8 minutes vacuum and 1 minute rest with no
vacuum). Each cycle after will add an additional 9 minutes. Marinate cycle can
range from 9 minutes (one cycle) to 99 minutes (11 cycles) based on desired
intensity of flavor.
1. Place the food and marinade in the canister. Ensure the rim of
the canister is clean and dry, and no food or liquid has been
spilled on the lid.
2. Turn the lid knob to “Open”.
NOTE: During the Marinate cycle the knob on the canister must be in the
“Open” position.
3. Insert one end of the Accessory Hose into the lid port and insert
the other end of the Accessory Hose into the Accessory Port on
the PRO350.
4. Press the “Set” button to select Marinate Time.
5. Using the arrow buttons to adjust Up or Down, set the
marinating time (9 to 99 minutes).
6. With the lid in the closed position, press the “Start” button. With
the vacuum pump running, push down on the canister to ensure
the vacuum is engaged.
7. Your PRO350 will alternate between vacuuming and releasing
air.
NOTE: The display will show both the remaining cycle time and a blinking light
signaling the cycle is in process.
8. When the Marinate cycle is complete, the machine will “beep”
and release the vacuum.
9. Gently twist and remove the Accessory Hose from the canister
and the machine.
NOTE: The Marinate cycle can be cancelled by pressing the “Stop” button.
For storage reference, follow the “How to: Vaccum Seal with
Canisters” on page 8.
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