Open lid of the device.
Loose the clips on the right and left of the sealing bar gently with a knife. Carefully take the
sealing bar out of device by using a blunt object.
Grasp one end of the telfon tape with your fingernail and pull it off.
Place the new teflon tape on the sealing bar. Be careful not to touch antything with the not
even the teflon tape itself.
Pressthe adhesive surface on the sealing bar and swipe the tape from left to right corner
firmly. Make sure that the telfon tape is straight and free of kinks and wrinkles. The teflon
tape must completely cover the welding wire and placed roudn the corners to the rear.
Press the sealing bar into the trough again and check the position. Replace the clips on
left and right side.
20 Cleaning and Maintenance
This chapter provides important information on properly cleaning and maintaining your
vacuum sealer.
20.1 Safety information
DANGER
Please observe the following safety notices, before cleaning the unit to avoid damage to
the unit or personal injury:
► To ensure optimum performance, the unit must be cleaned regularly. Failure to clean
the unit regularly can lead to potential malfunctions, as well as safety and health risks.
► Turn off and unplug the unit prior to cleaning.
► The sealing strip remains hot after use. Wait a few minutes until the strip has cooled
before cleaning.
► Clean the unit after every use as soon as it has cooled. Leaving the unit uncleaned for
long periods can make it very difficult to remove leftover food and grime and may even
damage the unit.
► If moisture penetrates the unit's housing, it can damage the electronic components.
Please ensure that no moisture enters the device.
► Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaning agents.
► Do not attempt to scrape off stubborn grime with hard or abrasive tools.
► Dry all parts thoroughly before using after cleaning.
► Do not immerse the unit in water or other liquid.
20.2 Cleaning
Outside of the unit
Wipe with a damp cloth or sponge and mild dish soap.
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