Rival Food Saver VS110 User Guide

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VS110  
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VACUUM FOOD SEALER  
Saving Families Food, Money, and Time  
for over 35 years...and counting!”  
Owner’s Guide  
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KNOW YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL VACUUM FOOD SEALER  
ABOUT YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL BAGS  
Seal-a-Meal® bags are provided in two different ways – on customizable  
Rolls (8" and 11" wide) and pre-cut bags (1-Quart and 1-Gallon sizes).  
Our durable bags are made of high-density material that can be frozen,  
boiled, are microwave safe and are reusable. The pattern that appears on  
the bag helps provide an airtight seal that lasts longer than standard zip  
or sandwich bags.  
UPPER LID  
SEAL BUTTON  
SEALER INDICATOR LIGHT  
SEALING SURFACE  
VACUUM INDICATOR LIGHT  
VACUUM BUTTON  
REMOVABLE DRIP TRAY  
BAG ROLL CHAMBER  
NOZZLE  
SPRING-LOADED BAG HOLDER  
BAG CUTTER  
PLUG - (BACK OF UNIT)  
MOUNTING KEY HOLES  
- (BEHIND UNIT)  
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HOW TO USE YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL VACUUM FOOD SEALER  
WITH THE INTEGRATED BAG ROLL  
1. Plug in the power cord.  
2. Open the lid.  
3. Place the open end of the Roll onto the  
sealer surface.  
4. Close lid until it locks into place.  
5. Press the SEAL BUTTON and The  
Seal-a-Meal® Vacuum Food Sealer will  
automatically start sealing that end of the  
bag.  
LID RELEASE BUTTONS  
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6. Once the sealing INDICATOR LIGHT goes off,  
open the lid by pressing the LID RELEASE  
BUTTONS located at the sides of the unit.  
MOUNTING YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL VACUUM FOOD SEALER  
1. Bore two holes (300 mm apart; 6 mm diameter) along a straight line  
on the wall.  
2. Hammer one screw anchor into each wall hole.  
7. Remove bag from unit.  
8. Cut a piece from the Roll that is long enough  
to cover the item you wish to seal, leaving  
extra room to allow for contraction when  
the item is sealed. Use the integrated BAG  
CUTTER located along the front of the unit to  
ensure a safe, even cut.  
9. Place item you wish to seal into bag. Make  
sure item is laying flat, or is placed how you  
want it to be stored.  
3. Screw the screws into screw anchors leaving 8 mm head outside of  
the wall.  
4. Hang sealer on the screw heads.  
Note: Mounting is for storage only.  
The item should not be used on  
the wall.  
10. Open the lid.  
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HOW TO USE YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL VACUUM FOOD SEALER  
HOW TO USE YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL VACUUM FOOD SEALER  
WITH THE INTEGRATED BAG ROLL (CONT.)  
WITH THE INDIVIDUAL BAGS (CONT.)  
11. Place the open end of the bag around the  
5. Close lid until it is locked into place.  
6. Press the VACUUM BUTTON and The Seal-a-Meal® Vacuum Food  
Sealer will now vacuum the air out of the bag. The VACUUM  
INDICATOR LIGHT will go ON. Once all of the air is removed, Seal-a-  
Meal® will automatically switch to sealing, making sure the bag is  
securely heat-sealed. The SEALING INDICATOR LIGHT will go ON.  
Once the bag is completely sealed both lights will go OFF and the  
motor stops automatically.  
Fig. 1  
NOZZLE so it is completely inside the bag  
(See Fig.1).  
Hint: Align the left side of the bag with the left  
edge of the NOZZLE.  
12. Close lid until it is locked into place.  
13. Press the VACUUM BUTTON and The Seal-a-  
Meal® Vacuum Food Sealer will now vacuum the air out of the bag.  
The VACUUM INDICATOR LIGHT will go ON. Once all of the air is  
removed, the unit will automatically switch to sealing, making sure  
the bag is securely heat-sealed. The SEALING INDICATOR LIGHT will  
go ON. Once the bag is completely sealed both lights will go OFF  
and the motor stops automatically.  
7. Once the lights go OFF, open the lid by pressing the LID RELEASE  
BUTTONS located at the sides of the unit.  
8. Remove bag from unit and store in the refrigerator, freezer, cabinet, etc.  
WARNING: Even though element is not powered when lid is opened, it  
may still be hot!  
14. Once the lights go OFF, open the lid by pressing the LID RELEASE  
BUTTONS located at the sides of the unit.  
Note: The unit has a cool down period between vacuuming cycles. This  
will last approximately 30 seconds. Your unit will not vacuum during this  
period. After 30 seconds the unit will be able to vacuum seal once again.  
WARNING: Even though element is not powered when lid is opened, it  
may still be hot!  
Hints  
15. Remove bag from unit and store in the refrigerator, freezer,  
cabinet, etc.  
Liquids should be frozen prior to vacuum sealing.  
Freeze foods that are soft, such as cakes, pies, dips, mashed potatoes,  
etc. so they maintain their shape when sealed.  
Remove excess juices before sealing when possible.  
Be sure to empty and clean drip tray prior to storing your food sealer.  
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HOW TO USE YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL VACUUM FOOD SEALER  
WITH THE INDIVIDUAL BAGS  
1. Plug in the power cord.  
2. Place item you wish to seal into bag. Make sure item is flat, or is  
placed how you want it to be stored.  
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HOW TO USE YOUR SEAL-A-MEAL VACUUM FOOD SEALER TO  
SEAL BAGS WITHOUT VACUUMING  
3. Open the lid.  
1. Place item in bag.  
2. Load bag on sealing surface.  
3. Close lid.  
4. Place the open end of the bag around  
the NOZZLE so that it is completely inside  
the bag (See Fig.1).  
4. Press SEAL BUTTON.  
Hint: Align the left side of the bag with the left edge of the NOZZLE.  
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CARE AND CLEANING  
REPLACING THE INTEGRATED ROLLS  
1. The bag holder is spring-loaded. Place your  
hand on one end of the holder, using your  
other hand to push one end of the holder  
into the other until it is no longer connected  
in the slot.  
2. Pull open end of holder away from BAG ROLL  
CHAMBER, while simultaneously pulling the  
holder out of the slot located on the opposite  
end of the BAG ROLL CHAMBER.  
CLEANING THE FOOD SEALER  
Always unplug the unit before cleaning.  
Always remove from wall mounted position prior to cleaning.  
Do not immerse in water.  
Do not use abrasives to clean the unit.  
Wipe the outside of the unit with a damp cloth and soap.  
To clean the inside of the unit, wipe away any food or liquid with a  
paper towel.  
3. Slide bags onto the holder.  
Dry thoroughly before using again.  
4. Place one end of holder back into the slot  
located within the BAG ROLL CHAMBER.  
Note: Make sure bags are positioned to roll out  
from the bottom of the roll rather than the top.  
5. Push in open end of holder so that it retracts into the other end.  
6. Align the holder with the slot on the open end.  
7. Release open end of holder until it connects into the open slot.  
CLEANING THE REMOVABLE DRIP TRAY  
The Seal-a-Meal® Vacuum Food Sealer is equipped with a REMOVABLE  
DRIP TRAY that allows you to thoroughly clean it between uses. When  
storing foods such as beef or chicken, juices tend to collect on the drip  
tray. Follow these simple instructions to do so:  
Lift tab on one end of the REMOVABLE DRIP TRAY to release it from  
the drip tray compartment.  
Note: Take care not to spill inside the drip tray compartment.  
REPLACING THE BLADE IN YOUR INTEGRATED BAG CUTTER  
Clean the tray with soap and warm water.  
Thoroughly dry the REMOVABLE DRIP TRAY prior to placing back into  
the drip tray compartment.  
1. Unscrew the three screws from the  
bottom panel.  
2. Remove the bottom panel.  
3. Replace the old knife blade with the  
new one.  
4. Close the bottom panel.  
Align the center of the REMOVABLE DRIP TRAY with the vacuum port  
in the center of the drip tray compartment, so that the tab is on the  
right and the drip tray is beneath the NOZZLE.  
Press down on the center until it is securely fastened in the drip tray  
compartment.  
5. Use screw driver to screw tightly the  
three screws.  
HINT: The REMOVABLE DRIP TRAY can be placed in the dishwasher  
for thorough cleaning if desired.  
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CARE AND CLEANING (CONT.)  
TIPS AND TRICKS (CONT.)  
PREPARE MEALS IN ADVANCE  
NOTE: The NOZZLE and REMOVABLE DRIP TRAY contains Microban  
antimicrobial protection, which inhibits the growth of stain and odor  
causing bacteria and keeps the unit cleaner between cleanings.  
Normal cleaning practices should be maintained. Does not protect  
user from food borne illnesses.  
Prepare large quantities of food, and then divide into meal-size  
portions. Seal in bags for tomorrow, next week, next month, etc.  
KEEP LEFTOVERS AS FRESH AS THE DAY THEY WERE PREPARED  
After dinner, store leftovers in a Seal-a-Meal® bag, and keep in  
refrigerator or freezer for a later date.  
CLEANING THE BAGS  
Wash bags in warm, soapy water.  
Bags can be washed in the dishwasher if desired. Turn bags inside out  
and spread them over the top rack.  
Your Seal-a-Meal® Vacuum Food Sealer is equipped to work with external  
canisters and mason jars. Please visit our website to purchase a  
Seal-a-Meal® accessory kit and to learn more about our products.  
Allow bags to dry completely before using.  
PERFECT FOR FISHING AND HUNTING  
Note: If bags have been used to store chicken, meat, etc. it is not  
recommended to reuse them.  
Keep your catch fresh for when youre ready to prepare them as a  
meal. Seal-a-Meal® Vacuum Food Sealer keeps them fresh and  
prevents freezer burn during extended periods of time in the freezer.  
TIPS AND TRICKS  
BUY IN BULK AND KEEP IT FRESH FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF  
IT’S NOT JUST FOR FOOD  
TIME WITH SEAL-A-MEAL® VACUUM FOOD SEALER  
Store clothing in Seal-a-Meal® bags to prevent potential damage  
when stored in an attic or closet.  
Buying in bulk can save you thousands of dollars per year. See this  
chart below…  
Protect valuable documents, photos, etc. by sealing them in an  
Save over 20 times your initial investment in the Seal-a-Meal®  
Vacuum Food Sealer  
airtight Seal-a-Meal® bag.  
Place cardboard or some stiff material on both sides of your  
documents or photos to ensure that they maintain their continuity  
and shape.  
BULK FOOD COMPARISON CHART  
ITEM  
APPROXIMATE  
STANDARD  
PKG PRICE /LB  
APPROXIMATE  
BULK  
PKG PRICE/LB  
%
$
APPROXIMATE  
POUNDS PURCHASED  
PER YEAR (4 people)  
TOTAL FOOD  
SAVINGS  
SAVINGS  
PER LB  
SAVINGS  
PER LB  
Keep your belongings clean and dry during boating or camping  
outings. Simply seal your clothing or materials prior to your trip for an  
airtight seal when packed.  
Beef(USDA Choice)  
Poultry(Chicken Breasts)  
Pork  
$5.99  
$4.49  
$4.69  
$6.99  
$4.49  
$4.99  
$1.99  
$8.99  
$4.49  
$3.37  
$3.52  
$5.59  
$3.14  
$3.74  
$1.49  
$5.99  
25  
25  
25  
20  
30  
25  
25  
33  
%
%
%
%
%
%
%
%
$1.50  
$1.12  
$1.17  
$1.40  
$1.35  
$1.25  
$0.50  
$3.00  
225  
225  
100  
50  
$336.94  
$252.56  
$117.25  
$69.90  
Fish  
Cheeses  
125  
500  
1,000  
15  
$168.38  
$623.75  
$497.50  
Fruits  
Vegetables  
Coffee(Beans)  
$45.00  
$2,111.28  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT.)  
NOTHING HAPPENS WHEN I PRESS THE VACUUM BUTTON  
1) Make sure the power cord is correctly plugged into the electrical  
outlet.  
3) Make sure there were no food items with sharp edges that may  
have punctured the bag. If you find a puncture hole seal the item in  
an entirely new bag.  
THE BAG MELTS  
2) Make sure the power cord is not damaged in any way.  
1) The sealing strip may have been too hot during the sealing process.  
Allow the unit to cool for 30 seconds between uses. If the bag  
continues to melt, allow unit to cool with the lid in the upright  
position for 1-2 minutes before using.  
3) Make sure the electrical outlet is operative by plugging in another  
appliance. If it is not, please check the circuit breakers or fuses in  
your home.  
4) The unit is equipped with a cool down period between vacuum  
cycles. Please wait 30 seconds and try again.  
THE BAG WILL NOT SEAL  
See “Air Was Initially Removed from Bag” section on previous page.  
Note: In the event the bag does not seal, the seal button can be  
manually pressed during the vacuum process to seal the bag.  
AIR IS NOT REMOVED FROM THE BAG  
1) Make sure the NOZZLE is completely inside the bag (refer to the  
"How to Use Your Food Sealer" section of the manual to determine if  
you are doing it correctly).  
2) Check that the bag is sealed at one end and has no holes. Seal the  
bag with air in it and put it in water. Apply pressure to the bag. If  
there are bubbles present there is a leak, and a new bag should be  
used.  
3) Verify that the REMOVABLE DRIP TRAY is in the drip tray  
compartment and seated properly (refer to "How to Clean the  
Removable Drip Tray" section of the manual).  
MARINATING IDEAS  
The Food Sealer can be used to quickly marinate foods more thoroughly  
than standard marinating methods. Simply prepare a marinade (see  
suggestions below), and vacuum seal it along with the food in a Seal-a-  
Meal® Bag.  
ZESTY LIME MARINADE  
1
2
cup of fresh lime juice  
4) Make sure lid is completely latched into place.  
2 tbs. grated lime peel  
1
2
cup of olive oil  
AIR WAS INITIALLY REMOVED FROM THE BAG, BUT SOME HAS  
SINCE ENTERED THE BAG  
1) Check the seal of the bag. There may be a hole or wrinkle that is  
allowing air to re-enter the bag. Carefully cut the bag open and re-  
seal it, or use an entirely new bag.  
2 cloves of garlic- minced  
1
4
cup of cilantro – chopped fresh  
2 tsp. of red pepper flakes  
Salt & pepper to taste  
In a bowl, stir all ingredients until well blended. This is enough marinade for 2 pounds  
and works well with chicken, beef, fish or shrimp.  
2) Make sure there is no moisture or juices from the food present  
within the bag. You may need to cut open the bag and re-seal it,  
or use an entirely new bag. Foods with excess liquids should be  
frozen prior to vacuum sealing. Please refer to the “Hints” section  
on page 7.  
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MARINATING IDEAS (CONT.)  
MARINATING IDEAS (CONT.)  
JERK MARINADE  
CITRUS MARINADE  
1 white onion, chopped  
Zest of 1 lemon – reserve the juice  
3
4
cup of scallions, chopped  
Zest of 1 orange – reserve the juice  
1
2 tsp. of thyme  
4
cup of Soy sauce  
3 tsp. of brown sugar  
2 tbs. Ginger root – chopped  
1 tsp. of allspice  
4 garlic cloves  
1
1
4
tsp. of ground nutmeg  
4
cup of honey  
1 tsp. black pepper  
2 tsp. of red pepper flakes  
Combine the juice of the orange and lemon with the soy sauce in a bowl. Add the  
remaining ingredients into the bowl. Use a whisk to mix all of the ingredients. This is  
enough marinade for 2 pounds and works best with pork or chicken.  
1
4
cup of light soy sauce  
cup of vegetable oil  
1
4
3 tbs. of balsamic vinegar  
1
4
tsp. of Tabasco sauce  
BOURBON MARINADE  
1
2
cup sugar, brown  
cup Dijon mustard  
cup bourbon  
Combine all ingredients in a food processor. Using the pulse switch or low speed mix  
ingredients until completely blended. This is enough marinade for 2 pounds and  
excellent with all food, especially chicken and beef.  
1
2
1
2
1
3
cup soy sauce  
1 clove of garlic chopped  
2 tbs. Worcestershire sauce  
1 medium onion chopped  
Pepper to taste  
GARLIC ROSEMARY MARINADE  
1
4
cup of fresh rosemary, chopped  
5 cloves of garlic, chopped  
1
2  
cup of fresh lemon juice  
cup of extra virgin olive oil  
1
2
In a bowl whisk the sugar, mustard, bourbon and soy sauce. When well blended stir  
the remaining ingredients in. This is enough marinade for 2 pounds and can be used  
for any beef, chicken, pork or shellfish.  
Salt & pepper to taste  
Combine all ingredients in a food processor using the pulse button or the low speed  
or mix ingredients in a bowl. Do not over process; visible pieces of rosemary should  
remain. Works best with lamb, chicken or pork.  
SPICY RUM MARINADE  
2 Jalapeno pepper- stems and seeds removed  
3
4
cup of dark rum  
1
2
cup of lime juice  
3
4
cup of vegetable oil  
cup tbs. of cilantro, chopped  
1
4
4 cloves of garlic minced  
1 tsp. of red pepper flakes  
In a food processor or blender puree the pepper, rum and lime juice. Then add the  
remaining ingredients. This is enough marinade for 2 pounds and works best with  
shrimp, chicken or beef.  
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LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY  
Rival® warrants this product to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one (1) year from date of  
original purchase. If you have a claim under this warranty please follow these procedures:  
1) Within the first 45 days from date of original purchase, defective product should be returned to original  
place of purchase for replacement (with proof-of-purchase).  
2) Within the first 12 months from date of purchase Rival will repair or replace (at no charge) the defective  
product if it is delivered freight prepaid during that period to an authorized service station. To obtain warranty  
service visit:  
www.rivalproducts.com  
Or, you may write to Rival c/o The Holmes Group, attention: Consumer Returns, 32 B Spur Drive, El Paso, TX  
79906. Proof of purchase is required when requesting warranty service - SAVE YOUR SALES RECEIPT. This  
warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and does not apply to commercial use, unreasonable use,  
or to damage to the product (not resulting from defect or malfunction) while in the possession of the  
consumer. Rival disclaims all responsibility for consequential, incidental, or commercial losses caused  
by the use of this product. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or  
consequential losses, so the foregoing disclaimer may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal  
rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.  
©2003, Rival®  
A Division of The Holmes Group  
MICROBAN is a registered trademark of  
Microban Products Company.  
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