Weston Pro 2300 Vacuum Sealers - Manual (Page 6)

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VACUUM CHAMBER SEALS
There are two factory-installed Oval Vacuum Chamber Seals on the Vacuum
Sealer. When the Vacuum Lid is closed and downward force applied, they form an
airtight seal so the Vacuum Chamber can be evacuated.
The Oval Vacuum Chamber Seals may wear over time and require replacement.
See the “Service Instructions” section of this manual for information on replacing the
Oval Vacuum Chamber Seals, if necessary.
COOLING FAN
The Vacuum Sealer has an Internal Cooling Fan that runs whenever the unit
is plugged in and turned on. To save energy, turn the unit “OFF” and unplug
the Power Cord when not in use.
THERMAL OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
The Vacuum Sealer will automatically shut down if it overheats. If this occurs, turn
the unit off and open the Vacuum Lid. Resume normal operation after the unit cools
about 20 minutes.
To help prevent overheating, wait at least 20 seconds between cycles with the
Vacuum Lid open. Avoid touching the Seal Bar Tape. The Seal Bar Tape will
remain hot for a brief period of time after each sealing cycle.
LIMIT SWITCH
The Vacuum Sealer is equipped with a switch to prevent actuation of the Seal Bar
Heating Element in manual mode when the Vacuum Lid is open. When the Vacu-
um Lid is closed, heat made by the Seal Bar Heating Element is absorbed by the
vacuum bag and Vacuum Lid Seal.
When the Vacuum Lid is open, there is no means to dissipate the heat and unit
damage may occur.
6. Set a new Oval Vacuum Chamber Seal on the groove in the Plastic Vacuum
Chamber. Work the seal into the groove.
7. Position a new
Oval Vacuum Chamber Seal near the groove in the Vacuum Lid.
Work the seal into the groove.
REPLACING THE SEAL BAR TAPE:
*NOTE one extra piece of Seal Bar Tape is included with the original unit as a spare.
1. Turn “OFF” the Vacuum Sealer and remove the Power Cord from the electrical
outlet.
2. Make sure the unit is completely cool.
3. Open the Vacuum Lid.
4. Pick at either end of the Seal Bar Tape covering the Seal Bar Heating Element
until it lifts slightly. Grasp the loose end and slowly pull the Seal Bar Tape back over
itself until fully removed.
5. Repeat step 4 for the Seal Bar Tape covering Vacuum Lid Seal. DO NOT remove
the Seal.
6. Remove the backing from a new wide strip of Seal Bar Tape for the Seal Bar Heating
Element. Be careful not to allow the Seal Bar Tape to contact anything including itself
while the adhesive side is exposed.
7. Hold one end of the Seal Bar Tape in each hand. Stick the left end of the Seal Bar
Tape to the flat area on the Plastic Vacuum Chamber just left of the Seal Bar Heating
Element. Apply the Seal Bar Tape from left to right over the Seal Bar Heating Element
until done. Make sure there are no wrinkles or folds in the Seal Bar Tape once applied.
The Seal Bar Tape should fully cover the Seal Bar Heating Element.
8. Remove the backing from a new narrow strip of Seal Bar Tape for the Vacuum Lid
Seal. Stick the left end of the Seal Bar Tape onto the left end of the Seal. The Seal Bar
Tape and Seal ends should be flush. Apply the Seal Bar Tape from left to right over the
Vacuum Lid Seal until done. Make sure there are no wrinkles or folds in the Seal Bar
Tape once applied. The Seal Bar Tape should fully cover the Vacuum Lid Seal.
REPLACING THE FUSE
If the Vacuum Sealer does not operate when it is plugged in and
turned on, try any or all of the following:
1. Make sure the
Fuse is not blown. The Fuse is located on the right
side of the unit directly above the Power Cord Port. Turn “OFF” and
unplug the Vacuum Sealer. Twist off and remove the Fuse Cap.
Remove and check the Fuse. The thin metal band in the center of
the Fuse should be clean and unbroken. If it is burned and/or broken,
replace it with a new Fuse (10 Amp). Replace the Fuse Cap.
2. Make sure the Connector at the end of the Power Cord is
plugged completely into the Power Cord Port.
3. Make sure the Power Cord is not damaged. DO NOT use
a damaged Power Cord. Call the Customer Service line for
information on part replacement.
4. Try connecting the Power Cord Plug to another electrical outlet.
Figure 5
NOTE: The Vacuum Sealer is ONLY intended to be used with VACUUM BAGS. For
best results, only use the recommended vacuum bags with an embossed or mesh lining.
DO NOT USE HOUSEHOLD BAGS! Any other uses of the Vacuum Sealer, other
than the uses described in this booklet, could potentially damage the appliance and void
the warranty!