Manuals - ThermalRite - Tabletop Vacuum Sealers Operation and Care Manual PDF
Manuals - ThermalRite - Tabletop Vacuum Sealers Operation and Care Manual PDF
Manuals - ThermalRite - Tabletop Vacuum Sealers Operation and Care Manual PDF
Tabletop
Vacuum Sealing Machine
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To avoid electrical shock, this appliance MUST be adequately grounded in accordance
with local electrical codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the current edition of
the national Electrical Code ANSI/ NFPA no. 70. In Canada, all electrical connections
are to be made in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 or local
codes.
Warning!
This appliance is intended for use in commercial establishments where all operators are
familiar with the purpose, limitations, and associated hazards of this appliance.
Operating instructions and warnings must be read and understood by all operators and
users.
1. This appliance must be installed on a stable and level surface.
2. DO NOT install this appliance in any area where it may be affected by any adverse
conditions such as steam, grease, dripping water, high temperatures, etc.
3. DO NOT store or use any flammable liquids or allow flammable vapors in the vicinity
of this appliance or any other appliance.
4. This appliance must be kept free and clear of any combustible materials.
5. This appliance must be kept free and clear of any obstructions blocking access for
maintenance or service.
The sealing bar may reach high temperatures during and after the usage process.
It is recommended to watch out and avoid direct contact until the cooling process
is over.
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These appliances are heavier than they look and should be moved with proper
equipment and personnel.
To reduce the risk of electric shock and injury to persons, unplug from the power
supply before servicing.
This appliance has parts that can cause pinching and injury, please ensure that fingers
are kept away from these areas and proper attire is worn.
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CHAPTER 1 Regulatory references
The following manual CONFORMS TO
Operation and Care Manual ANSI/UL Std. 963 – CERT. TO CAN/CSA
Std.C22.2 No. 68 – CONFORMS TO NSF 169
The operation and care manual is a document
issued by the manufacturing company and is an Disposal of this appliance after its
integral part of the machine. This document is useful life.
adequately identified for easy tracing and/or
subsequent references. Electric and electronic appliances contain
All rights relating to the reproduction and dangerous substances that may have potentially
disclosure of the information contained in this harmful effects for people and the environment.
handbook and the documentation quoted and/or It is recommended to dispose of it properly, DO
attached are reserved. This handbook contains NOT DISPOSE OF ELECTRICAL OR
the information necessary for the customer and ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT WITH OTHER
assigned personnel, to ensure the correct MUNICIPAL WASTE.
installation, use and maintenance of the
appliance allowing it to be used safely.
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and conform by all statements and
CHAPTER 3 policies of the OneSolutionSupport
service.
WARRANTY 5. During the warranty period, we will
pay, not to exceed, one (1) hour
ThermalRite Inc. warrants to the original
travel and fifty (50) miles travel. All
purchaser only that any original part that is
warranty service will be performed by
found to be defective in material or
an authorized service center certified
workmanship will, at ThermalRite’s option,
by the manufacturer. All parts
subject to provisions hereinafter stated, be
replaced under warranty must be
replaced with a new or rebuilt part. For all
returned to the manufacturer for
other original parts, twelve (12) months from
inspection before any warranty is
the date of shipment of appliance. The labor
paid.
warranty period is twelve (12) months from
6. Any components considered defective
the shipping date. ThermalRite will bear
(pump, electronic control, etc.) and is
normal labor charges performed during
determined to be caused by misuse or
standard business hours, excluding
abuse during the warranty period
overtime, holiday rates or any additional
will not be considered under
fees. To be valid, a warranty claim must be
warranty. The end user will be
filed during the applicable warranty period.
responsible for any repairs or parts for
This warranty is not transferable.
repairs.
1. All machine components normally
7. Equipment modified in any manner
subject to wear and are considered
from original model, substitution of
consumables are not included in the
parts other than factory authorized
warranty: Teflon sealing bars, rubber
parts, removal of any parts including
gaskets , chamber opening pistons,
legs, or addition of any parts.
sealing gaskets ,air filters , oil filters ,
8. Any losses or damage resulting from
oil changes, pump blades.
malfunction, including loss of product,
2. If the vacuum pump of an appliance
food product, revenue, or
is replaced under warranty because of
consequential or incidental damages
aspiration problems, the
of any kind.
manufacturer has the right to inspect
9. Equipment damage caused by
whether any foreign bodies have
accident, shipping, improper
been aspirated (liquids, solids,
installation or alteration.
sauces, etc.). If this is the case, the
10. This warranty is exclusive and is in
repair (part and labor) will not be
lieu of all other warranties, express or
covered, since the problem is not due
implied, including the implied
to manufacturing defects, but to
warranties of merchantability and
customer negligence during use.
fitness for a particular purpose. In no
3. Possible conditions causing electronic
event shall ThermalRite be liable for
controls to fail include incorrect
loss of use, loss of revenue or profit,
electrical supply, environmental
or loss of product, or for any indirect,
elements, storms, lightning, water
special, incidental, or consequential
damage, could cause damages which
damages. No person except an officer
cannot be attributed to the
of ThermalRite Inc. is authorized to
manufacturing company and to the
modify this warranty or to incur on
manufacture of the product itself.
behalf of ThermalRite any other
4. During the warranty period, for any
obligation or liability in connection
defect in workmanship and material,
with ThermalRite equipment.
all parts and labor will be covered. All
warranty claims must be submitted to
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End User obligations Location
The end user must immediately inform the To ensure proper operation of this appliance and
manufacturer of any safety system defect and/or its components, this appliance must be installed
any malfunction he or she is aware of. on a stable and level surface, away from high
It is strictly forbidden for the end user and/or any humidity items and excessive heat producing
third parties (excluding duly authorized service equipment.
personnel of the manufacturer) to make
modifications of any kind to the appliance, its
functions or to this technical publication. In case
of malfunctions or defects due to the non-
observance of the above, the manufacturing
company cannot be held responsible for the
consequences. DO NOT store or use any flammable liquids
or allow flammable vapors in the vicinity of
this appliance or any other appliance.
CHAPTER 4
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Controls and inspections injection time (if the appliance is equipped
with this option.).
Before starting the appliance, check the oil level 4. Position the bag (or bags) with product in
through the sight glass located on the the chamber, the polyethylene shelves can
motor/pump. be used inside the vacuum chamber to level
(Fig. 5.1). In order to access the pump, unscrew the product with the sealing bar and position
the back panel of the appliance and remove it. the bag opening flat on the sealing bar. The
polyethylene shelves can be removed
depending on necessity. (Fig. 6.1).
5. Lower the clear bell-lid and press firmly on it
until it remains closed, thus permitting the
sealing cycle to begin.
6. The different cycle phases are automatic and
after a pre-set amount of time the clear bell-
lid opens thus enabling the product to be
(Fig. 5.1.) Pump oil level indicators removed and subsequent cycles to begin.
After checking the oil level and ensuring it is level Open end of bag Sealing
with the maximum oil level indicator, reinstall the Bar
back panel and secure it with the screws you
removed. Connect the plug to the proper outlet.
If it is not the correct outlet, the outlet must be
Sealing bag
replaced with the correct one by a qualified
electrician, as well as ensuring the fuse or
breaker is the correct current capacity for the
draw of the appliance. Do not use adapters,
multiple outlets and/or extension cords.
Do not plug in multiple appliances on the same
outlet that may exceed current capacity of the
outlet.
Cross Section of Chamber
(Fig. 6.1) Correct bag placement in chamber
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Gas Distribution sealing operation, the chamber should be wiped
Nozzle out with a damp cloth. Should it be needed (i.e.
Sealing bags inner product pours out of the bag), it is
Bar recommended to use a damp cloth and mild
detergent, rinsing thoroughly.
Sealing Bag
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Table 1. EXAMPLES OF PACKAGING WITH INERT GAS INJECTION OPTION
For the packaging of food with the inert gas injection option, make sure to use food
certified gases, not industrial gases.
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CHAPTER 7
1. Main Power Switch O-I
OPERATION 2. LCD display
3. ON/OFF: to switch on the Control and LCD
display.
7.1 Control and LCD Display 4. SET: to enter the program mode (vacuum,
Description. sealing and gas).
5. + or -: to select the desired program and to
To start a sealing cycle, push the main power increase or decrease the programs
switch on (1). Next push the ON/OFF on the parameters.
display board (3). Next push the SET button (4) 6. PUMP GASTRO: to activate the functions of
to enter the program mode, vacuum, seal or gas vacuum in GN trays, pump cleaning and
option, by using the + or – (5) to select which manual sealing.
mode you wish to use, push SET (4) to select 7. Vacuum gauge
the program and + or – (5) to increase or 8. Printer (OPTIONAL)
decrease the programs parameters. The cycle 9. Indicator Lite: indicates power supplied to
starts when the clear chamber bell-lid is closed, the printer and that the printer paper needs
which will then activate the vacuum pump. VAC replacing.
will appear on the display together with the 10. Button to scroll the printer paper.
countdown (in seconds) of vacuum time down to
0 (zero). Should the gas option be activated,
GAS will appear during the cycle, as it will be 7.1.2 Control and LCD Display
injected inside the chamber. Next, sealing will Descriptions (double sealing bar)
start as the SEAL appears on the display. At the
end of this process, the cooling of the sealing bar
starts, indicated by the COOLING on the
display. Finally, OPENING will appear on the
display and the clear chamber bell-lid will open
automatically.
NOTE: Should there be a need to interrupt the
cycle for any reason, press the ON/OFF button
(3) for 3 seconds. The appliance will
automatically allow air to enter the chamber and 1. Main Power Switch
allow the lid open. 2. LCD Display
During the normal vacuum cycle, press the 3. ON/OFF: to switch on the control and LCD
button PUMP GASTRO (6) for 3 seconds to display.
start heating the sealing bar for manual sealing. 4. Set: to enter the program mode (vacuum,
sealing and gas).
5. + or -: to select the desired program and to
7.1.1 Control and LCD Display 110V increase or decrease the programs
parameters.
6. PUMP GASTRO: to activate the functions of
vacuum in GN trays, pump cleaning and
manual sealing.
7. Vacuum Gauge.
8. Printer (OPTONAL)).
9. Indicator Lite: indicates power supplied to
the printer and that the printer paper needs
replacing.
10. Button to scroll the printer paper
11. Sealing bar selector knob ( 1 or 2 bars)
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7.1.3 User setting menu 7.1.4_Program setting
To enter the user setting mode, first turn on the Switch the machine on by pressing the button
main power switch and then push and hold both ON/OFF. The following will appear in the
the ON/OFF button and the SET button for 5 screen:
seconds. The display will show the following;
--- Program 1
1. Language Setting (Lang)
Use + or – buttons to choose the desired
language: English, Italian, Spanish, German The number 1 indicates which program is being
and French. used. By pushing the + or – buttons it is possible
Press the SET button to confirm the to change to another program (20 programs).
selection and move to the next option.
1. Vacuum time setting
2. Vacuum Mode Setting (Vac Type) By pressing the SET button for 5 seconds in
It is possible to select the percentage of each program, the following will appear:
vacuum desired within the chamber or
length of time. By using the + or – buttons
to make the selection.
Vacuum 30
0: time in seconds
1: vacuum percentage By using the + or – buttons it is possible to
Press the SET button to confirm the increase or decrease the seconds (between
selection and move to the next option. 0 and 50) of vacuum.
By pressing the SET button it will confirm
3. Display Setting (Display) the selection and move to the next option.
It is possible to set the display mode
(PRINTER OPTION). By using the + or – 2. Vacuum Percentage Setting
buttons to make the selection. (VACUUM MODE OPTION)
0: fixed: hour/date By pressing the SET button for 5 seconds in
1: intermittent: hour/date each program, the following will appear:
Press the SET button to confirm the
selection and move to the next option. Vacuum 99%
4. Time/Date Setting
It is possible to set time and date by using By using the + or – buttons it is possible to
the buttons + or –. Press the SET button, increase or decrease the percentage (between 0
to move the cursor to the next segment. and 99) of vacuum.
Time is set in 24h format and date is By pressing the SET button it will confirm the
DD/MM/YY i.e. 07th September 2016 selection and move to the next option.
appears as 07/09/16.
Press the SET button to confirm the 3. Intermittent Pump Setting
selection and move to the next option. (Liquids and Creams)
SOFT VACUUM OPTION)
5. User Name Setting This option allows the pump to run
It is possible to insert the user name by intermittently when vacuuming liquids and
following method: creamy products.
Press + or – buttons to choose
characters, then press SET to move to the Vacuum Type 1
next segment. By pressing the SET button,
it is possible to pass over the empty
positions and then confirm the set By pressing the + or – buttons it is possible to
parameters to close this menu. Afterward set the type of vacuum the pump will deliver.
the user’s name will appear. When this cycle is selected, the cycle will
consist of 4 seconds of vacuum and 7 second
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pause, until the time set has elapsed. When set
to 0, the pump will run continuously for the
time set. 4. Printer Label Settings
Vacuum Type 0: standard vacuum. (PRINTER OPTION)
Vacuum Type 1: soft vacuum with By pressing the SET button, the following
intermittent pump activated. will appear:
By pressing the SET button it will confirm
the selection and move to the next option.
Stamp 3/ 1
2. Sealing Time Setting
By pressing the SET button, the following By using the buttons + or – it is possible to
will appear: set the first number, indicating the number
of product labels to be printed (between 1
Sealing 2.0 and 9). NOTE: Setting this number to 0, will
cause the printer to not print any labels.
2.0
By using the + or – buttons it is possible to By pressing the SET button the cursor will
increase or decrease the time of sealing move to the second number, indicating the
(tenths of seconds, between 0 and 4 number of days the product can be held
seconds). (between 1 and 183). By pressing the SET
By pressing the SET button it will confirm button it will confirm the selection and move
the selection and move to the next option. to the next option.
Gas 0.0
By using the + or – buttons it is possible to
increase or decrease the time of gas By using the + or - buttons, it is possible
injection (tenths of seconds, between 0 and to insert a text of up to 16 lines with 16
9.9 seconds). characters each allowing the printing on
By pressing the button SET it will confirm the labels (i.e. food name, ingredients…).
the selection and move to the next option.
If there are no further options, the display
will show the number of the program
modified. This means that all parameters
are properly set.
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CHAPTER 8
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
Pump heating The pump maintenance is not strictly
linked to the 10,000 cycles, but more
If the ambient temperature is below 60 degrees dependent on the product used (i.e. flour,
F, it is advisable to pre-heat the pump in the breading, liquids, the oil check must be
morning in order to liquefy the oil before it done monthly). Also, for heavy usage of
circulates throughout the machine. the appliance, pump cleaning must be
When the chamber lid is open press and hold the done every 6 months.
PUMP GASTRO button for 3 seconds and let the
pump work for about 15 to 20 seconds, and after
that, press PUMP GASTRO button to stop the Internal components
pump.
Access to the appliances internal components
must be performed by a qualified service
technician, authorized by the manufacturer. In
the case of unauthorized service, doing so will
be at he/she own risk and the manufacturer
Do not allow the pump to run continuously cannot be held liable for possible damage or
for more than 30 seconds or damage will injury.
occur, as the pump is not designed for
continuous operation.
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THE MACHINE WORKS PROPERLY BUT
CHAPTER 9 THE BAG IS NOT SEALED OR IS NOT
SEALED CORRECTLY AT LID OPENING
PROBLEMS SOLVING
1. Unplug appliance from power
AFTER SWITCHING ON THE MAIN 2. Lift the Teflon sealing bar up to ensure the
POWER SWITCH, THE SWITCH DOES 2 cables are firmly attached.
NOT LIGHT UP 3. Verify that the distance between the
Teflon sealing bar and the silicone sealing
1. Check outlet and make sure there is bar gasket is at least .125 inches (4-
power. 5mm).
2. Check breaker or fuse to make sure it 4. Verify that the Teflon sealing bar is dry
is not blown. and there are no creases in the surface.
3. Check to make sure the appliance is 5. Verify that sealing bar gasket is not worn
plugged in. or damaged.
4. Check appliance in another known 6. Verify that the sealing time is long enough
good outlet. for a proper seal.
5. Call service. 7. Verify that you have the correct bags.
AFTER SWITCHING ON THE MAIN THE MACHINE DOES NOT ATTAIN THE
POWER SWITCH, THE CONTROL WILL OPTIMUM VACUUM
NOT POWER UP.
1. With the control on and a program selected,
1. Make sure the main power switch lights close the clear chamber bell-lid to start a
up. cycle. Allow the pump to produce a vacuum
2. If main power switch lights up but the of at least 70/cm HG. If the pump will not
control will not power up, call service. achieved that vacuum, then there is an
issue with the pump, blocked, worn,
THE MAIN SWITCH AND CONTROL damaged.
2. Watch the needle on the gauge and ensure
POWER UP, BUT APPLIANCE WILL NOT
it stays at that vacuum. If it starts dropping
START WHEN THE SEALING BAG IS there is a leak.
PLACED IN THE CHAMBER. 3. Check the clear chamber bell-lid silicone
seal and if damaged, replace it.
1. Make sure there is a program selected. 4. Check the bad to make sure it is flat on the
2. Make sure the clear chamber bell-lid is sealing bar and there are no wrinkles.
firmly pushed closed. 5. Verify that the distance between the
3. The micro-switch is either defective or Teflon sealing bar and the silicone sealing
out of adjustment and you need to call bar gasket is at least .125 inches (4-5mm).
service. 6. Verify that you have the correct amount of
vacuum time or percentage for the product
THE MACHINE STOPS UNEXPECTEDLY you are sealing.
WHILE IT IS RUNNING 7. Verify that you have the correct pressure if
using the Gas Flush.
1. Make sure you have power, the main
power switch is on and the control is lit DO NOT LIFT THE LID ON OR RAISE A
up. LITTLE
2. Make sure the clear chamber bell-lid is
still pressed down. 1. Verify the proper operation of the clear
3. Call service. chamber bell-lid pistons.
2. Call service.
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CHAPTER 10 CONFIGURATION AND
NAME PLATE AND TECHNICAL CONSUMPTION
DETAILS
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CHAPTER 11
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EXPLODED VIEWS AND PART
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LISTS.
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CHAPTER 12
WIRING DIAGRAMS
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Thermalrite
15600 37° Avenue N
Suite 100
Plymouth, MN 55446
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