Vacmaster Vacmaster Pro90 User manual

Pro90
User Manual

Thank you for purchasing the VacMaster®Pro90 Vacuum
Packaging Unit. You are about to revolutionize your home with one of
the strongest vacuum packaging systems available. With the help of the
Pro90, you will now be able to keep food fresher, longer in the refrigerator,
freezer and pantry. The Pro90 system effectively removes air and extends
freshness up to ve times longer than normal preservation methods.
Beyond that, the Pro90 can be used to preserve and organize household
items like keepsakes, small toys and easy-to-lose items. You will soon
nd your Pro90 to be so versatile and convenient, it will never leave your
countertop.
By using VacMaster®vacuum bags and canisters, you can
signicantly extend food life, maintain food quality, reduce freezer burn and
food waste and keep your food costs down.
The style of the Pro90 is clean and simple with a lightweight, compact
design. Its unique slanted layout design and wide vacuum trough makes it
easy to load bags and ensure a positive seal every time. Only high quality,
fully tested and rated components have been used in the construction in
order to ensure the best performance.
Readandfollowalldirectionsforusageandmaintenancecarefullyandyou’ll
benet from years of trouble-free and cost effective vacuum packaging.
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Table of Contents
Pro90Features....................................................3
Safety & Maintenance ..............................................4
OperatingInstructions...........................................5-6
PackagingwithVacMaster®Bags.............................7-8
PackagingwithVacMaster® Canisters .......................9-10
Food Storage & Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1
VacuumPackagingTips ..........................................12
Troubleshooting..............................................13-14
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VacMaster®Pro90 Features
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Locks
Seal Bar
Chamber Ring
Indicator Light
Accessory Port
“Seal Now”
“Vacuum & Seal”

For your safety, follow these precautions when using your Pro90:
▪ Read Owner’s Manual and QuickStart guide carefully before using the
machine for the rst time.
▪ Do not use the Pro90 on wet or hot surfaces, or near a heat source.
▪ Do not immerse machine or power cord in water or any other liquid.
▪ Plug Pro90 into grounded power sources only, do not use extension
cord.
▪ To disconnect, unplug directly from power source. Do not disconnect
by pulling on cord.
▪ Do not operate appliance with damaged power cord.
▪ Only use the Pro90 for its intended use.
▪ Only use VacMaster®bags, accessories and attachments.
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Safety
▪ Unplug before cleaning.
▪ Regularly clean appliance with damp cloth and mild soap to remove
crumbs, dust, debris.
▪ Chamber Ring is removable to clean any liquids that may have
escaped from VacMaster®bag during process.
Maintenance

Machine Setup
▪ Read all instructions before operating Pro90.
▪ Plug Pro90 into grounded electrical outlet.
▪ Pro90 automatically comes on when plugged in, indicator light will turn green.
▪ Pro90 is now ready for use.
Using the “Vacuum & Seal” Function
1. Select proper size VacMaster®barrier vacuum bag and insert product to
be packaged.
2. Allow minimum of 1”-2” of extra
headspace at top of bag to ensure
a quality, positive seal.
3. Lay open end of bag across
Sealing Strip, keeping opening within
the perimeter of the Chamber Ring.
4. Close lid.
5. While pressing lid down with thumbs,
press in latches on both sides of machine base with index ngers and lock.
6. Press “Vacuum & Seal” button.
7. Indicator light will turn red.
8. Vacuum pump will engage and suction will pull lid and seal bar down causing lid
to unlock (popping sound indicates latches unlocking).
9. Vacuum level sensor knows when it achieves proper vacuum level and will
automatically go into seal mode.
10. When in seal mode, indicator light will change slightly in color.
11. Lid will raise slightly and green light will illuminate.
Operating Instructions
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12. Sealing cycle is complete.
13. Remove bag and inspect bag and seal.
(Note: A positive seal will look clear upon inspection. If the seal is spotty, incomplete,
wrinkled, white or milky, remove sealed portion and run vacuum and seal process again.)
14. Store bag properly. All perishable foods will need to be refrigerated or frozen
to prevent spoilage.
15. To abort process, press “Vacuum & Seal” button again. Machine will
automatically go into sealing mode. When complete, remove seal and start
again.
Using the “Seal Now” Function
1. Lay open end of bag across Sealing Strip, keeping opening within the
perimeter of the Chamber Ring.
2. Close lid.
3. While pressing lid down with thumbs, press in latches on both sides of machine
base with index ngers to lock lid in place.
4. Press “Seal Now” button.
5. Indicator light will turn orange. Vacuum pump will engage and suction will pull
lid and seal bar down causing lid to unlock (popping sound indicates latches
unlocking).
7. Lid will raise slightly and green light will illuminate.
8. Sealing cycle is complete.
9. Remove bag and inspect seal.
(Note: A positive seal will look clear upon inspection. If the seal is spotty, incomplete,
wrinkled, white or milky, remove sealed portion and run vacuum and seal process again.)
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The following instructions apply to vacuum packaging foods and other items with
pre-cut bags or roll material. For best results, only use VacMaster® bags
and canisters.
Pre-Cut Bags
Select the proper bag size for items being packaged. Pre-cut bags come in Pint,
Quart and Gallon sizes. Be sure to allow enough space, 1”-2”, for sealing.
Roll Bags
Before cutting bag to t item, seal open end of roll by following Seal Now
instructions. After end is sealed, measure bag to size of item, allowing 1”-2” of
space and cut roll. Place item in bag and follow Vacuum and Seal instructions.
Packaging with VacMaster® Bags

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Bag Guidelines
▪ Package the freshest foods possible. The Pro90 allows you to
maintain the food’s freshness up to ve times longer than under
properly stored conditions.
▪ Delicate foods, moist foods and foods that need to hold their shape
require pre-freezing. Meats, berries and breads can be frozen for up to
24 hours without harm of freezer burn. Once food is hard, it is ready to be
vacuum packaged.
▪ If packaging fresh meats without pre-freezing, place a folded paper
towel between the meat and the top of the bag. This will help
absorb moisture.
▪ To vacuum liquids like soups, stews and casseroles, pre-freeze in a
dish or ice cube tray. Once frozen, vacuum package, label and stack
in your freezer.
▪ For objects with sharp points or edges (bones, pastas, rices) pad the
edges with paper towels to prevent the bag from puncturing.
▪ VacMaster®bags are boilable and microwavable.
▪ Vegetables must be blanched before being packaged. Place in
boiling water or microwave until heated through but still crunchy.
Vacuum package as normal.
**Never vacuum package mushrooms or garlic.**

**Canister colors subject to change.**
Your Pro90 is also equipped to vacuum package VacMaster®canisters
specically designed for vacuum packaging. The knob on the top of the lid
controls vacuuming, closes and locks vents inside lid after vacuuming, and opens
the vents to allow air back in the canister and releases the lid to access the
contents.
▪ Place items to be packaged in canister. Make sure lid of canister is
dry and free of food particles and debris. Do not overll.
▪ Place lid on top of canister. **Lid sits on rim of canister until vacuum
process begins.** Turn knob so arrow points at “vacuum”.
▪ Attach accessory hose to canister port on lid of machine.
▪ Begin “vacuum and seal” packaging process.
▪ When process is complete, remove hose from canister lid and turn
knob to “lock” position. Store canister in refrigerator. DO NOT FREEZE.
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To open vacuum canister, twist knob to “open”
position. With proper care, your designer
vacuum canisters may be reused many times.
Packaging with VacMaster® Canisters

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Canister Guidelines
▪ Use only canisters designed for vacuum packaging. Other containers can
implode under the pressure of the Pro90 vacuum.
▪ Do not freeze vacuum canisters.
▪ Cool liquids in refrigerator before vacuum packaging.
▪ Hand wash canister lid. Do not put in dishwasher. The canister itself is
dishwasher safe.
▪ If liquids are caught in the accessory hose, run warm water through hose. Be
sure hose is not attached to accessory port.
▪ Powdered or granulated foods should be covered with a paper towel before
vacuuming to prevent food from traveling into the vacuum mechanism.
▪ Vacuum packaging is not a substitute for canning. Perishable foods still need
to be refrigerated or frozen.
▪ Hot foods should be cooled before vacuuming; the vacuum effect will be
inuenced if not cooled.
▪ Because of the different air pressure, the canister lid should be removed when
putting the canister in the microwave.
▪ Foods in canister should be thawed or at room temperature before heating in
the microwave.

The Pro90 will revolutionize the way you buy and store food. Because vacuum
packaging works to eliminate freezer burn and slow food spoilage, you are now
able to take advantage of buying food in bulk without the threat of food waste.
Vacuum packaging with the Pro90 removes up to 90% of the air from the
package. This will help keep food fresher up to 5 times longer than under normal
circumstances. Dry foods like pasta, cereals and our will stay fresh from start to
nish. Plus vacuum packaging prevents weevils and other insects from infesting
dry goods. Package only the freshest foods possible.
However, please keep in mind that not all foods benet from vacuum packaging.
Never vacuum package garlic or fungi like mushrooms. A dangerous chemical
reaction takes place when air is removed, causing these foods to be dangerous if
ingested. Vegetables should be blanched before packaging to kill any enzymes
that may cause deterioration of out-gassing when vacuumed.
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Foods Vacuum Freezer
Storage Vacuum Fridge Storage Typical
Storage
Fresh Beef & Veal 1-3 years 1 month 1-2 weeks
Ground Meat 1 year 1 month 1-2 weeks
Fresh Pork 2-3 years 2-4 weeks 1 week
Fresh Fish 2 years 2 weeks 3-4 days
Fresh Poultry 2-3 years 2-4 weeks 1 week
Smoked Meats 3 years 6-12 weeks 2-4 weeks
Fresh Produce, Blanched 2-3 years 2-4 weeks 1-2 weeks
Fresh Fruits 2-3 years 2 weeks 3-4 days
Hard Cheeses 6 months 6-12 weeks 2-4 days
Sliced Deli Meats not recommended 6-12 weeks 1-2 weeks
Fresh Pasta 6 months 2-3 weeks 1 week
Food Storage and Safety Information

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Vacuum packaging greatly extends the shelf life of foods, but your Pro90 can also
be used in many other areas of the house besides the kitchen.
Vacuum packaging is great for camping and outdoor activities!
▪ For a quick ice pack, fill a vacuum bag about half full with water and a few
tablespoons of rubbing alcohol. Seal the bag - don’t vacuum it - and place in
the freezer. The alcohol keeps the water from freezing completely, resulting
in a flexible ice pack to wrap around sore joints and minor injuries.
▪ If you are going camping, vacuum package pre-made meals in advance for
quick and easy dinners in the great outdoors.
▪ Vacuum package meats and other items for scent-free storage.
▪ Create your own dry packs by vacuum packaging essentials like matches, dry
socks and a map for emergencies.
Around The House
▪ Organize ‘junk’ drawers and keep easy to lose items like nails and screws
safe by vacuum packaging them in a vacuum bag. That way, items are clearly
visible and organized within the bag.
▪ Don’t worry about polishing silver ever again! Simply vacuum package rarely
used silverware in vacuum bags to prevent the oxidation that causes
tarnishing. **Hint: place a folded paper towel between sharp edges of the
silverware and the vacuum bag to prevent puncturing.
Vacuum Packaging Tips

Under the proper circumstances, your Pro90 will give you top-notch
vacuum performance. In some instances, problems may arise.
Please consult the trouble shooting menu before calling customer
support.
Note: To protect the machine, a 4 second delay has been programmed
in between each time the seal wire heats. For every 10 times of
continuous heating, there must be a total of 135 seconds non-working
time. Otherwise, the machine will go into a protective mode, the
indicated light will illuminate and the machine cannot be used. After
resting at least 2 minutes, the indicated light will return to normal, and
the machine can begin use again.
Pro90 won’t turn on
▪ Ensure that the machine is properly plugged into a grounded outlet.
▪ Check power cord for tears and frays. Do not use if power cord is damaged.
Pro90 doesn’t pull a complete vacuum with bag
▪ To vacuum and seal properly, the edge of the bag must be within the sealing
strip. Make sure the bag is inside the chamber ring and there are no wrinkles
in the bag along the seal bar.
▪ If packaging from a roll bag, make sure first seal is complete and there are no
gaps in either seal.
▪ Pro90 and vacuum bag need to be clean, dry and free of debris for the
vacuum process to be successful. Wipe surface of seal bar and inside of bag
and try again.
Vacuum bag loses vacuum after being sealed
▪ Sharp items can puncture small holes in bags. To prevent this, cover sharp
edges with paper towel and vacuum in a new bag.
▪ Some fruits and vegetables can release gases (out-gassing) if not properly
blanched or frozen before packaging. Open bag. If you think food spoilage has
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begun, discard food. If food spoilage has not yet begun, consume immediately.
If in doubt, discard food.
Pro90 is not sealing bag
▪ The Pro90 features a heat temperature controller. If the sealing component
achieves a high temperature, the seal bar will no longer function, allowing
it to cool down. In this situation, unplug machine and allow it to cool for 3
minutes. Then plug in and resume packaging.
▪ Bags will not seal if any moisture, debris or food particles are present in
the seal area. Wipe the inside of the bag clean and try again.
▪ Bags must be properly placed along the seal bar. Make sure
the entire bag is over the seal bar and there are no wrinkles in bag
material.
Pro90 is not vacuuming canister properly
▪ The accessory hose may not be properly attached. Ensure the hose is
completely attached to the lid of the canister and the accessory port and try
again.
▪ Make sure the canister lid is turned to the “vacuum” setting.
▪ Leave adequate head space at the top of the canister.
▪ Make sure there isn’t any damage to the canister and lid. Sometimes hairline
cracks can develop in canisters. When this happens the canister is no longer
air tight and should be discarded.
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If problems persist, contact customer support at 800.821.7849 for further
assistance. Thank you for purchasing the all-new VacMaster®Pro90.
Happy Vacuuming!
Trouble Shooting

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