BS1442 - Vacuum packaging Salton - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Bag Sealer (Heat Sealer)
Brand	Salton
Model	BS1442
Power Source	2 AA alkaline batteries (not included)
Heat Element	Heat Wire
Preheat Required	Yes, hold press bar for 3 seconds before each use
Bag Cutter	Built-in with sharp blade (flip-open)
Magnetic Base	Yes, for storage on refrigerator
Portability	Yes, battery operated and compact
Safety Features	Manual activation; do not touch hot wire; keep away from children
Sealing Type	Heat sealing (not pressure sealing)
Compatible Bags	Most plastic and foil heat-sealable bags
Warranty	1 year limited warranty (Canada)
Dimensions (approx.)	6 x 2 x 2 inches (15.2 x 5.1 x 5.1 cm)
Weight (approx. with batteries)	0.3 lb (136 g)
Color	Gray
Housing Material	Plastic
Cleaning	Wipe with a damp cloth; do not immerse
Intended Use	Household use only
Manufacturer	Salton Canada
Included Items	Salton Smartsealer unit

Frequently Asked Questions - BS1442 Salton

How do I use the Salton BS1442 bag sealer?

Install 2 AA batteries. Place the bag edge inside the sealer. Hold the bag flat. Preheat by holding the press bar for 3 seconds, then slide the sealer across the bag with light pressure. For best results, seal from the bag's seam and cross over the edges.

What type of batteries does it require?

It requires 2 AA alkaline batteries (not included). Open the battery cover on the back to install.

Can this sealer be used to vacuum seal bags?

No, this is a heat sealer, not a vacuum sealer. It only seals the bag closed; it does not remove air.

How do I clean the bag sealer?

Unplug (remove batteries) and wipe the exterior with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in water. The heat wire can be gently wiped when cool.

Why is the seal not working properly?

Ensure the bag interiors are clean and touching. Preheat for 3 seconds. Use light pressure. For thicker bags, move slower. If still not sealing, replace batteries.

Is it safe to use around children?

Close supervision is required. The heat wire gets very hot and the bag cutter is sharp. Keep out of reach of small children.

How do I cut a bag open with the built-in cutter?

Flip open the bag cutter using your finger. Insert the bag edge into the slot and slide the cutter across to slit the bag open.

What bags can I use with the Smartsealer?

Most plastic and foil bags that are heat sealable. Avoid bags with food residue or oil on the seal area.

Does it come with a warranty?

Yes, a 1-year limited warranty from Salton Canada. Proof of purchase is required. The warranty does not cover shipping costs.

Can I store the sealer on the refrigerator?

Yes, the magnetic bottom allows it to be stored on the front of your refrigerator for convenience.

USER MANUAL BS1442 Salton

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salton®

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bag sealer

Instruction Booklet

Model BS1442

DESCRIPTION OF PARTS

1. Heat Pad
2. Heat Wire
3. Battery Cover
4. Battery Chamber
5. Bag Cutter
6. Press Bar

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

• Read all instructions.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. NEVER TOUCH THE HEATING WIRE OR TOUCH ANOTHER PERSON WITH THE HEATING WIRE. INJURY MAY OCCUR AS A RESULT.

- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

- Never store in a drawer or confined area when the batteries are installed in the Sealer. If the Heat Pad is depressed, the unit will turn-on and cause a potential fire hazard and will certainly be damaged.

- The Bag Sealer is equipped with a Bag Opener. The blade of the Bag Opener is very sharp. Be sure to keep the Bag Sealer out of the reach of small children whose small fingers might be able to reach the blade.

- This appliances is for Household Use Only. Do not use appliance for other than its intended use.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The Salton Smartsealer™ is portable as it can be operated by installing two 'AA' Alkaline batteries. Open the Battery Cover by sliding your thumb nail under the Battery Cover and lift. Install the batteries and snap the Battery Cover back on. The Salton Smartsealer™ has a built in magnetic bottom so it can be stored on the front of your refrigerator, convenient and ready to use.

ABOUT THE SALTON SMARTSEALER™

The Salton Smartsealer™ is easy to use. However, it does take a little practice to get used to the ‘feel of the seal’. So take the time to read the instructions below and learn about how the Salton Smartsealer™ works. You’ll quickly get the ‘feel of the seal’. Always use light pressure, just enough pressure to depress the Heat Pad using the Press Bar. The Salton Smartsealer™ is a heat sealer, not a pressure sealer. So press, don’t squeeze.

HOW TO USE

Install 2 'AA' batteries. Take the heat sealable bag and smooth out the top of the bags edges evenly to eliminate wrinkles. The insides of the bag's edges must be able to touch one another. No food, dirt, or oil should be between the inner walls of the bag where the seal is to be made. Place the open bag to be sealed into the Salton Smartsealer™. Hold the bag in one hand and the Sealer in the other hand. Preheat the Smartsealer™ by holding down the Press Bar until it engages the Heat Pad. Hold the Press Bar in this position for 3 seconds, before you start to move the sealer across the bag to be sealed as this preheats the Heat Wire, then begin to make the seal. The Salton Smartsealer™ only needs to be preheated one time per use. Use light pressure. Press don't squeeze.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

While virtually all plastic and foil bags are heat sealable, a few are not. The Salton Smartsealer™ can be operated equally easy by either a right or left handed person. Most plastic or foil bags used by manufacturers to store food have a seam running vertically on the backside of the bag from the top to the bottom. Start the seal so that the initial seal line runs across the seam moving in the direction of the seam. HINT: Position the bag either to the left or right of center and initiate the sealing point so that you slide the Sealer in the same direction as the seam of the bag to be sealed, not against the seam. Applying light pressure slide the Sealer over the bag on a line where you want the bag sealed. Be sure to seal from your starting point, then across the edge of the bag. Now turn the bag over. Start to seal the open side of the bag by crossing the initial seal line with the second seal line then continue across the other edge of the bag. The time you take to move the Sealer across the bag should be determined by the thickness of the bag. For example, thin sandwich bags can be sealed by moving the Sealer quickly across the bag while thicker bags used for frozen foods or snack foods may require a slower motion. Have patience when first using the Salton Smartsealer™. It takes some practice to become comfortable with the sealing motion. If any part of the bag is not sealed entirely when the sealing motion is complete, simply re-apply the Salton Smartsealer™ to the unsealed spot and move it over the area until a seal is achieved. Make sure that the interior walls of the bag are clean and that the opposite interior walls of the bag are touching one another.

ABOUT THE BAG CUTTER

This feature makes the Salton Smartsealer™ a very versatile appliance. While holding the Sealer in your hand, use the tip of the index finger on your other hand to fl ip-open the Bag Cutter. Open all the way. Smooth the bag to be opened and insert the edge of the bag into the slot of the Bag Cutter. Move the Bag Cutter across the bag slitting it open as required.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

**The original sales receipt is the only acceptable proof of purchase**

Salton Canada warrants that this appliance shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. Salton Canada, at its sole discretion during this warranty period, will repair or replace a defective product or issue a refund. Any refund to the purchaser will be at a pro-rated value based on the remaining period of the warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. This warranty covers normal domestic usage and does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failure which results from alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, glass breakage, neglect, improper maintenance, use contrary to the operating instructions or commercial use. This warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners.

This warranty does not include the cost of shipping, which is to be borne by the customer.

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TO OBTAIN PROMPT WARRANTY SERVICE:

Contact one of our many Service Centers found on our website www.salton.com/customer-care

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Securely package and return the appliance to us. Please enclose:

• Original proof of purchase
- The completed form below with a \$7.50 Return Shipping & Handling fee – either a cheque, money order or credit card (A personal cheque will delay return shipping by 2-3 weeks)

For added protection, we suggest that you use an insured delivery service with tracking information when returning your product. Salton Canada will not be held responsible for in-transit damage or for packages that are not received.

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