PowerXL HR0013SS Nutrisealer Food Sealer Machine User Guide

PowerXL HR0013SS Nutrisealer Food Sealer Machine

Safety Instructions

1. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
2. DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
3. DO NOT use this appliance on wet surfaces or outdoors.
4. The appliance will not seal if the Sealing Arm is not closed and locked.
5. To disconnect, remove the plug from the wall outlet. Do not disconnect by pulling on the cord.
6. DO NOT use this appliance for anything other than its intended use.
7. The vacuum sealer zipper bags are NOT MICROWAVE SAFE.
8. DO NOT touch the heating wire when hot.
9. NEVER pour liquid into the appliance.
10. NEVER connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote-control system.
11. DO NOT let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
12. USE CAUTION while vacuum sealing liquids.

Parts & Accessories

1. MAIN BODY
2. SEALING ARM
3. CONTROL PANEL
   • Power Light Indicator
     This light turns on when
     The appliance is plugged in.
   • Vacuum & Seal Button
     Press to vacuum and automatically seal a bag inside the appliance.
   • Seal Only Button
     Press to seal a bag without using a vacuum. Reseal cereal, snack, and potato chip bags.
   • Vacuum Only Button
     Press when using the Vacuum Tube Attachment after the attachment is securely fastened.
4. BUILT-IN BAG CUTTER
   Use to cut and customize resealable bags to any size.
5. LATCH LOCK
   Snaps shut after the Sealing Arm is closed.
6. POWER CORD NOTE: Accessories 7, 9–15 are both
   resealable and vacuum sealable.
7. VACUUM SEALER BAG ROLL
8. VACUUM TUBE ATTACHMENT (VTA)
9. BOTTLE STOPPER AND COVER
10. REGULAR CANNING JAR SEALER
11. WIDE-MOUTH CANNING JAR SEALER
12. 1.16-QT. CONTAINER
13. 2.32-QT. CONTAINER
14. VACUUM SEALER ZIPPER BAG (1 QT.)
15. VACUUM SEALER ZIPPER BAG (1 GALLON)

Instructions For Use

Making & Sealing a Bag from the Vacuum Sealer Bag Roll

1. Press the Latch Lock Button to open the Sealing Arm.
2. Pull a length of bag from the roll large enough to fit the contents being sealed. Include at least 3 inches of space in the bag to allow enough space for the material to be sealed and the bag to seal tightly.
3. Place the length of the bag material on the Sealing Platform. Align the edges of the bag material with the Alignment Guide.
4. Close the Sealing Arm and press down on the Sealing Arm near the Latch Lock Button until the Sealing Arm clicks into place. Only a little pressure applied to the end of the Sealing Arm is required to lock the Sealing Arm.
5. Starting at one end of the Sealing Arm, slide the Bag Cutter to the other side of the Sealing Arm to cut the bag material to your desired length (see Fig. C). Always return the Bag Cutter to one end of the appliance before cutting.
6. Plug the Sealer into a power outlet. The Power Indicator on the Control Panel will illuminate.
7. Press the Seal Only Button to seal the bottom of the bag. The light next to the selected button will illuminate. When the bag is sealed, the light will turn off.
8. Open the Sealing Arm to remove the bag. It is now ready for filling and sealing.

Vacuum Sealing Bags from the Vacuum Sealer Bag Roll

1. Plug the Sealer into a wall outlet. The Power Indicator on the Control Panel will illuminate.
2. Press the Latch Lock Button to open the Sealing Arm.
3. Pre-seal one edge of a bag. Fill the bag with the desired contents. Avoid overfilling the bag; leave at least 3 inches of flat bag material between the bag contents and the top of the bag. Additional space might be required to vacuum and seal properly if the item being sealed is thick.
4. Place the bag on the Sealing Platform. Center the bag between the Alignment Guide and slide the top edge of the bag underneath the Alignment Tabs with the textured side of the bag facing down.
5. Close the Sealing Arm and press down on the Sealing Arm near the Latch Lock Button until the Sealing Arm clicks into place. Only a little pressure applied to the end of the Sealing Arm is required to lock the Sealing Arm.
6. Press the Seal Only Button to seal a bag without vacuum sealing, or press the Vacuum & Seal Button to vacuum seal the bag. The light next to the selected button will illuminate when pressed and then turn off when the sealing cycle is complete. The appliance will vacuum most of the air out of the bag and automatically seal your bag.
7. Allow 10 seconds between Vacuum Sealing.

Vacuum Sealing Delicate Foods 

When sealing delicate foods, such as pastries and bread, do not fully vacuum-seal the bag. Otherwise, the food might be damaged by the process. Instead, remove only some of the air from the bag before sealing:

1. Push the Vacuum & Seal Button to start the vacuum-sealing process.
2. When some of the air has been removed from the bag, press the Vacuum & Seal Button again to stop the vacuum-sealing process.
3. Press the Seal Only Button to finish sealing the bag.

Vacuum Sealing Liquids

1. . Follow the instructions in the “Vacuum Sealing Bags from the Vacuum Sealer Bag Roll” section. You will need to leave more free space in the bag when sealing liquids compared to sealing solids (at least 7 inches of free space).
2. As you vacuum seal the bag, hold the appliance above the bag so that the liquid falls toward the bottom of the bag.
3. As the bag is vacuum sealed, liquid will rise toward the appliance. If the liquid gets close to the appliance, press the Vacuum & Seal Button to cancel the sealing process. Press the Seal Only Button to finish sealing the bag.

Sealing Liquids (No Vacuum) 

1. Follow the instructions in the “Making & Sealing a Bag from the Vacuum Sealer Bag Roll” section. Leave at least 4 inches of space in the bag.
2. As you seal the bag, hold the appliance above the bag so that the liquid falls toward the bottom of the bag.

Creating Individual Packs from the Vacuum Sealer Bag Roll

1. Refer to the “Making & Sealing a Bag from the Vacuum Sealer Bag Roll” section for information on how to seal the bottom of the bag. The bag should be a maximum of 11 inches long to fit inside the appliance.
2. Position a bottom-sealed bag horizontally on the Sealing Platform, dividing it in half.
3. Close the Sealing Arm and press down on the Sealing Arm near the Latch Lock Button until the Sealing Arm clicks into place. Only a little pressure applied to the end of the Sealing Arm is required to lock the Sealing Arm.
4. Press the Seal Only Button to seal the bag down the middle and create two long vertical compartments.
5. Remove the bag and fill the compartments one-third of the way full with contents. Return the bag to the Sealing Platform, leaving at least 3 inches of free space above the bag’s contents. Use the Seal Only Button to seal the first two compartments.
6. Remove the bag and fill the next row of compartments one-third full. Return the bag to the Sealing Platform, leaving at least 3 inches of free space above the bag’s contents. Use the Seal Only Button to seal the third and fourth compartments.
7. Remove the bag and fill the final row of compartments one-third full. Return the bag to the Sealing Platform, leaving at least 3 inches of free space above the bag’s contents. Use the Seal Only Button to seal the fifth and sixth compartments.
8. Use scissors to cut the multipacks into separate packs by cutting down the middle of the seams.

Separate each pack by cutting in the middle of the double seal lines.

Connecting the Vacuum Tube Attachment

The Vacuum Tube Attachment (VTA) is the accessory that connects to your Vacuum Sealer Zipper Bags, jars, containers, and bottles and vacuums out the air. It consists of four pieces (see Fig. K).

The VTA to VacuumSealable Containers

1. Attach the VTA without the Sealer Cap. Push the small end of the accessory tubing onto the Vacuum Port on the inside of the appliance (see Fig. L).
2. Place and hold firmly the large end of the VTA onto the Air Valve of the container (see Fig. M).
3. Press the Vacuum Only Button to vacuum air out of the container.
4. The Indicator Light will turn off when completed.
5. The Vacuum-Sealable Containers feature a date indicator on the top of the containers’ lids.
6. You can set the month (1–12) and the day (1–31) to note when the container was sealed.
7. Setting the date when a container was sealed helps you keep track of the freshness of the food stored in the container.

The VTA to Bottles and Vacuum Sealer Zipper Bags

1. Push the small end of the accessory tubing onto the Vacuum Port on the inside of the appliance.
2. Place and firmly hold the large end of the VTA onto the Air Valve of the Bottle Stopper,or Vacuum Sealer Zipper Bag (see Fig. P). Be sure to include the Sealer Cap with the VTA.
3. Press the Vacuum Only Button to vacuum out the air of the bottle or the Vacuum Sealer Zipper Bag.
4. The Indicator Light will turn off when completed.

Connecting the VTA to a Canning Jar

1. Push the small end of the accessory tubing onto the Vacuum Port on the inside of the appliance (see Fig. L).
2. Set the Canning Jar Lid onto the jar opening, and then fully cover the top of the Canning Jar Lid with the Canning Jar Sealer.
3. Place and firmly hold the large end of the VTA onto the air valve of the Jar Sealer. Be sure to include the Sealer Cap of the Vacuum Tube Attachment (see Fig. Q).
4. Press the Vacuum Only Button to vacuum out the air from the jar. The Indicator Light will turn off when completed.
5. Carefully remove the Jar Sealer and VTA, taking care not to break the seal.
6. Screw on the Canning Jar Ring.

Vacuum Sealing and Food Safety

• The vacuum-sealing process extends the life of foods by removing most of the air from the sealed container, thereby reducing oxidation, which affects the nutritional value, flavor, and overall quality of food. Removing air can also inhibit the growth of microorganisms, including mold, yeast, and bacteria.
• Vacuum sealing is not a substitute for refrigerating or freezing food. You can significantly reduce the growth of microorganisms at temperatures of 40° F/4°C or below.
• Freezing food at 0° F/–17° C does not kill microorganisms but does stop them from growing. For long-term storage, always freeze perishable food that has been vacuum sealed and keep the food refrigerated after thawing. Vacuum sealing is also not a substitute for canning and cannot reverse the deterioration of food.
• Vacuum sealing can only slow the changes PowerXL HR0013SS Nutrisealer Food Sealer Machine in food quality. It is difficult to predict how long foods will retain their top-quality flavor, appearance, or texture because these characteristics depend on the age and condition of the food on the day it was vacuum sealed.

Re-Sealing Bags

1. Plug the Sealer into a wall outlet. The Power Indicator on the Control Panel will illuminate.
2. Press the Latch Lock Button to open the Sealing A
3. Place the ag on the Sealing Platform. Center the bag between the Alignment Guide and slide the top edge of the bag underneath the Alignment Bar Tab.
4. Close the Sealing Arm and press down on the Sealing Arm near the Latch Lock Button until the Sealing Arm clicks into place.
5. Press the Seal Only Button to seal the bag.
6. Allow 10 seconds between vacuum sealing.

Cleaning & Storage

• Always unplug the appliance before cleaning.
• Wipe clean with a damp cloth.
• Ensure that the Vacuum Port is free PowerXL HR0013SS Nutrisealer Food Sealer Machine of debris.
• After vacuum sealing with liquids that contain raw fish, meat, or poultry, clean and sanitize the entire appliance.
• Pull the Alignment Tabs up to remove the cover over the Vacuum Channel.
• Use a damp sponge or cloth to wipe out any liquid or debris from the Vacuum Channel.
• Replace the Vacuum Channel’s cover after cleaning.
• For best results, hand-wash all accessories.

Storing the Appliance

• Store the appliance in a clean, dry place.

Specifications

Troubleshooting

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• Proof of purchase is required. Refunds will include the purchase price, less processing, PowerXL YJ-701A 8 Quart Air Fryer, and handling.

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Customer Service

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FAQs

Q: What types of food can I seal with the PowerXL Nutrisealer?

Ans: Foods such as fresh vegetables, meats, seafood, dry products, leftovers, and liquids can all be well sealed. It’s ideal for avoiding freezer burn and prolonging freshness.

Q: Can I use the Nutrisealer with any vacuum bags?

Ans: Use PowerXL brand hoover bags or rolls made especially for this equipment for optimal results. For the best Hoover performance, compatible bags should be textured on one side and double-sealed.

Q: How do I know when the sealing process is complete?

Ans: When sealing is complete, the machine’s indication light will either change colour or turn off. In order to alert you, the majority of models also beep.

Q: Can I seal jars or containers with this machine?

Ans: Yes, but only in the event that you have the hose attachment (which is available separately). It enables you to vacuum-seal jars or containers that have been specially made.

Q: Is there a manual seal function?

Ans: Indeed! For resealing or sealing fragile things, the Manual Seal button lets you seal bags without vacuuming.

Q: Can I seal liquids or wet foods?

Ans: Yes, but if at all feasible, freeze liquids before closing and use the Moist Mode. To prevent a mess when sealing, use special liquid vacuum bags or freeze semi-liquid items.

Q: How long does it take to vacuum and seal a bag?

Ans: Depending on the size and contents of the bag, the vacuum and sealing cycle usually takes 10 to 20 seconds.

Q: What size bags can I use?

Ans: The machine can roll up to 12 inches (30 cm) broad and accept Hoover bags.