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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
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My vacuum sealer shut The thermal overload protector may have been activated. In this case, allow the vacuum sealer to cool
off and won't turn on by opening the vacuum lid for approximately 20 minutes. Be sure to leave the vacuum lid open between
again. vaccum sealing.
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The sealing bar melts The vacuum sealer is only intended to be used with vacuum-sealing bags. Only heat-seal bags should be used.
through the bag. DO NOT USE PLASTIC HOUSEHOLD BAGS with the vacuum sealer.
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Check the condition of the seal bar tape strips. Replace if needed.
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Open lid and allow the sealing bar to cool for 5–10 minutes. Always leave the lid open between bags, and
allow at least 20 seconds between cycles.
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The bag seal pulls apart. The seal of the bag may be incomplete. If the seal has a crease in it, or if a liquid or powder has been trapped
between the layers of the bag, the layers may not have been welded together properly. Cut off the seal and
wipe the inside of the bag clean. Then, try to vacuum-seal the bag again. When sealing a moist or
powdery food, insert a paper towel into the bag above the food before vacuum-packaging. The paper
towel will prevent moisture from interfering with the seal.
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The vacuum pump Be sure you are either pushing down throughout the vacuum-sealing process or using the storage locks.
starts, but no air is
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For best results, use Hamilton Beach heat-seal bags.
being removed from
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Be sure the bag is inserted properly. The open end of the bag should be centered within the vacuum chamber.
the heat-seal bag.
Be sure not to cover the vacuum ports.
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The bag may have a leak. If there is a leak in the bag, air will be pulled into the bag from the outside. Check for
tears or punctures. If you are using a bag that was made from a roll of material, double-check that the end of
the bag is sealed.
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Storage locks will not Be sure to push down firmly on both corners while attempting to engage latches.
engage.
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Lid will not open. Press down on front lid corners to release.
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