Buffalo GF439 - Cleaning, Care & Maintenance; Troubleshooting Guide

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6. At anytime during vacuum cycle pressing the Seal button will override timer and complete the
vacuuming and sealing cycle.
7. After the vacuum process the machine automatically goes to sealing cycle.
8. When sealing, seal time will be shown on the Digital Display and count down from default setting to 0.
(Note: Seal time is adjustable from 0-6 seconds, default setting is 3 seconds. If the
setting time is 0, the machine will not seal.)
9. Take out the bag and check the vacuum and seal. (Note: A good seal will look clear upon inspection.
If the seal is spotty, incomplete, wrinkled, white or milky, remove sealed portion and run vacuum and
seal process again.)
10. Press “ON/OFF” button to stop the machine at any time.
Please store the vacuumed items properly. All perishable foods must be
refrigerated or frozen to prevent spoilage.
Cleaning, Care & Maintenance
Always allow to cool before cleaning.
WARNING: Do not allow any water to spill into the appliance when cleaning.
• Use warm, soapy water and a damp cloth to clean the appliance.
• Dry thoroughly after cleaning.
• A BUFFALO dealer or qualified technician should carry out repairs if required.
Troubleshooting
Fault Probable Cause Solution
The appliance is
not working
The unit is not switched on Check the unit is plugged in correctly and
switched on
Plug and lead are damaged Call BUFFALO agent or qualified Technician
Fuse in the plug has blown Replace the plug fuse
Power supply Check power supply
Internal wiring fault Call BUFFALO agent or qualified technician
Appliance does
not remove all
the air from the
bag
Bag not correctly positioned Open lid and reposition bag
Open end of bag is dirty Clean bag
Bag may be punctured Replace bag
Incorrect bags used Call Vacuum Pack machine supplier
Bags are not
sealing correctly
Moisture in bag under the sealing
bar
Ensure inside of the bag is dry and free from
moisture where it is to be sealed
Incorrect bags used Call Vacuum Pack machine supplier
End of bag not placed above sealing
bar
Move end of bag over sealing bar
Heat sealing foam bar missing or
incorrectly aligned
Replace or re-position (Spare part code:AE931)
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