Target TARFSM16, User Manual

Page 1: ...Food Vacuum Sealer User Manual Model No TARFSM16 220 240Va c 50Hz 150W Rev 1 Note The specifications and or components of this appliance are subject to change without prior notice ...

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Page 3: ...ts for Liquids 8 4 Features 8 5 Components 9 6 Operating Instructions 11 6 1 How to make Custom Sized Bags 11 6 2 Vacuum Sealing 12 6 3 Hints For Best Vacuuming Performance 13 6 4 To Open a Sealed Bag 13 6 5 Resealing 13 7 Preparing Food for the Freezer 13 8 General Rules For Food Safety 14 9 Food Storage Safety Information 15 10 Cleaning and Maintenance 17 10 1 Vacuum Sealer 17 10 2 Preservation ...

Page 4: ...re electrical shock or injury to persons or property Always operate the product from a power source of the same voltage frequency and rating as indicated on the product identification plate This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instructi...

Page 5: ...d by the product distributor may cause personal or property hazards or injuries This product is intended for normal domestic household use only If sealing more than 20 bags continuously wait at least 30 40 minutes for the appliance to cool down before resuming use This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system Do not reach for an appli...

Page 6: ...lastic Bags out of reach of babies and children Take care to avoid a burns injury when sealing as the heating strip may be hot If this appliance is used by a third party please supply the instruction manual with it No liability can be accepted for any damage caused by non compliance with these instructions or any other improper use or mishandling of appliance This product has not been designed for...

Page 7: ...wave do not thaw perishable foods at room temperature 3 2 Preparation Hints for Meat and Fish Try pre freezing meats and fish for 1 2 hours before vacuum packaging This helps retain the juice and shape and provides for a better seal If you can t place a folded paper towel between the food and top of the bag but below seal area Leave paper towel in bag to absorb excess moisture and juices during va...

Page 8: ...t s best to use their original packaging inside of the vacuum bags The fine powder could get sucked into the machine and cause enough damage to shorten the life of the sealer 3 7 Preparation Hints for Liquids Before you vacuum package liquid such as soup stock pre freeze in a casserole dish loaf pan or ice cube tray until solid Remove frozen liquid from pan and vacuum package in the vacuum bags Yo...

Page 9: ...This button has three uses Press to create a seal when making bags from a roll Press to immediately stop the vacuum process and begin sealing the bag preventing delicate foods from being crushed Press to create a seal on Mylar bags such as a potato chip bag to keep food sealed airtight D Release Button one on the left and one on the right Press to open lid after sealing process is completed A C B ...

Page 10: ...Page 10 of 20 E Rubber Sealing Strip F Sealing Gaskets Top and Bottom G Vacuum Chamber Drip Tray H Sealing Heated Strip E F F G H ...

Page 11: ...TE The sealing strip will NOT work properly unless you lock the lid Ensure that the lid has been locked on both sides for proper sealing Now that the lid has been locked press the Seal Only button to create a custom sized bag The Red indicator light illuminates during the seal process Once completed the Red indicator light will turn off press the release buttons on both sides of the machine it is ...

Page 12: ...the lid has been locked on both sides for proper sealing Now that the lid has been locked press the Vacuum Seal button Unit will start to pump out the air and the Green indicator light will illuminate When enough air has been withdrawn the Green indicator light will turn off the Red indicator light will illuminate and the sealing process will begin Once completed and the Red indicator light has tu...

Page 13: ...t Too much air inside the bag increases the vacuum pump load and may cause the pump motor to overwork and thus not removing all the air Do not vacuum pack objects with sharp points like fish bones and hard shells Sharp points may penetrate and tear the bag 6 4 To Open a Sealed Bag Cut the bag straight across with scissors or a sharp knife just below the seal line 6 5 Resealing You can reseal many ...

Page 14: ...rn the following food safety rules and it will lead you to improved safety and optimal food storage If perishable foods have been heated defrosted or un refrigerated consume them immediately To re vacuum foods after the vacuum bag has been opened follow the instructions on Vacuum Sealing and then refrigerate or freeze as desired The safest way to defrost your food is to place the frozen food in th...

Page 15: ...he certain procedures to ensure food quality and safety when using this appliance to vacuum seal foods Chemical reactions in the food to air temperature moisture and enzyme action growth of microorganisms or contamination from insects will cause food spoilage The main element to cause food to lose nutritive value texture flavour and overall quality is oxygen in the air Most microorganisms growth r...

Page 16: ...ied foods such as flour and cereals may contain insect larvae if you do not vacuum seal larvae may hatch during storage and contaminate the foods To prevent weevils and other insects from hatching store these foods in vacuum sealed packages Avoid spoilage foods should be stored at low temperatures for few of the microorganisms can grow without air If Temperatures in the refrigerator are greater th...

Page 17: ...clean the inside of the unit wipe away any food or liquid with a paper towel Dry thoroughly before using again There is a removal drip tray in the lower section of the unit This can be removed for ease of cleaning Grasp the two tabs and pull up and out as shown Do not place in a dishwasher Only clean with mild dishwashing detergent and warm water Rinse off and dry thoroughly and refit before using...

Page 18: ...re no gaps folds wrinkles or holes in the pre sealed bags Check for loose worn or cracked Upper and Lower sealing gaskets Foods with high liquid contents may prevent the bag from sealing properly Cut bag open and wipe top inside of bag and reseal Check to see if bag is properly inserted into the vacuum chamber Make sure you ve placed the bag in the proper place When making a bag from a roll make s...

Page 19: ...t bag open and wipe top inside of bag and reseal Bag will not seal Check that there aren t any gaps folds wrinkles or holes in pre sealed edges Moisture of foods with high liquid content will prevent the bag from sealing properly Cut bag open and wipe top inside of bag and reseal Make sure you ve placed the bag in the proper place When making a bag from a roll make sure end of cut piece is on the ...

Page 20: ...y and the failure does not amount to a major failure If you require further information on the Australian Consumer Law please visit the Australian Consumer Law website at http www consumerlaw gov au 5 3 Notwithstanding 5 1 except as provided for in this warranty all express and implied warranties and conditions under statute or general law as to the merchantability description quality suitability ...