Q: THE VACUUM PUMP STARTS, BUT NO AIR IS BEING
REMOVE FROM THE VACUUM BAG.
1. For the best results, always use
Weston brand vacuum bags.
2. Be sure that the bag is inserted
properly. Be sure not to cover the
Vacuum Port opening (Figure 12).
3. 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.
using a bag that was made from a roll
of material, double check that the seal
on the end of the bag is welded closed.
Q: THE SEALING BAR MELTS THROUGH THE BAG.
1. The Vacuum Sealer is only intended to be used with vacuum sealing
bags. For best results, Weston Vacuum Bags should be used. DO NOT USE
HOUSEHOLD BAGS with the Vacuum Sealer.
2. Check the condition of the Seal Bar Tape strips. Replace if needed.
3. Open the Vacuum Lid and allow the sealing bar to cool for 5-10 minutes.
Always leave the Vacuum Lid open between bags, and allow at least 20 seconds
between cycles.
4. The Sealing Bar time may need to be lowered. Adjust the Seal Time Down
(-) in one second increments and try the test process again. Refer to the "Initial
Testing of the Bag Seal" instructions in this booklet for more information.
Q: THE BAG SEAL PULLS APART.
1. If the seal has not fully welded the bag closed, trim off the bad seal with
scissors and adjust the Seal Time Up (+) in one second increments and try the
test process again.
2. The Vacuum Sealer is only intended to be used with vacuum sealing
bags. For best results, Weston Vacuum Bags should be used. DO NOT USE
HOUSEHOLD BAGS with the Vacuum Sealer.
3. 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 the seal off and wipe the
inside of the bag clean. Then, try to vacuum seal the package 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 the food from
interfering with the seal. See the "Vacuum Packaging Guidelines" in this
booklet for helpful tips.
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If you are
FIGURE 12
Leave 2"
Seal
Space