Hamilton Beach HVC254 Chamber Vacuum Sealer User Manual

Hamilton Beach HVC254 Chamber Vacuum Sealer

Vacuum Sealer Safety

IMPORTANT: This operation manual should be reviewed with all equipment operators as part of your operator training program.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING – When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following: Read all instructions. This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. This appliance is not to be used by children. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Never let the vacuum sealer run unattended. Disconnect the vacuum sealer from the power source before leaving the work area. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or vacuum sealer in water or other liquid. To reduce the risk of electric shock and injury to persons, disconnect from power supply when not in use, before cleaning and before servicing. To provide continued protection against risk, do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Call the provided customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries. Do not use outdoors. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces, including stove. Do not disassemble this appliance beyond instructions provided. Doing so may result in personal injury. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven. Do not use for other than intended purpose. This appliance is designed for a maximum vacuum ON time of 60 seconds and a minimum OFF time of 10 seconds between cycles. Stop the appliance and allow it to cool to ambient temperature if the appliance has been in use for 60 minutes. This appliance is for commercial use only. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded outlet. Do not remove ground. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Disconnect power before cleaning, assembling, or disassembling. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Burn Hazard Seal bar is hot. Avoid touching it. Allow unit to cool 10 seconds before making or vacuum-sealing another bag. Never open the lid during use.

Parts and Features

Technical Services For assistance or replacement parts, call or e-mail Technical Services: 866-285-1087 or 910-693-4277 commercial.support@hamiltonbeach.com www.hamiltonbeachcommercial.com

ADDITIONAL PARTS

• Filler Plate
• Oil (Lubriplate Vacuum Pump Oil Light – L0944 recommended)
• Plastic Bottle With Spout
• Phillips-Head Screwdriver
• Wrench
• Heater Tape
• Extra Heater

Control Panel

Setup

Space Requirements
Unit must be placed on flat, sturdy (minimum 100 lb. capacity), and level surface with about 5″­7″ in clearance for side vents.

Before First Use

NOTE: This unit was shipped without oil. See “How to Add Oil” for instructions. Do not operate without oil or with low oil since this will damage the pump.

How to Add Oil

1. Unplug from outlet and from cord inlet.
2. Fill enclosed oil bottle with oil. Cut tip of spout.
3. Remove back panel of unit by removing four screws with the screwdriver.
4. Remove oil fill cap by twisting counterclockwise.
5. Insert spout of bottle into hole and empty bottle until level is between guides as shown.
6. Replace oil cap and back panel.
   

	Oil Fill Capacity
Model	(fl. oz.)	(ml)
HVC254	7.8	230
HVC305	11.2	330

Oil Preheating Program

The machine has a preprogrammed function that heats up and conditions the oil in the pump to ensure maximum performance and durability. It heats up the oil and separates impurities from the oil, prolonging the life of the pump. It is recommended to run this procedure if the unit has not been used for a while (24-plus hours). The procedure takes 15 minutes to run.

1. Plug into outlet.
2. Press ON (I)/OFF ( ) button. The unit will be in standby mode and display will show “oo.”
3. Press and hold PROGRAM SELECT button for 3 seconds until display shows “C.”
4. Close lid.
5. Unit will run 15 consecutive 1-minute cycles. Display will count down number of cycles until cycles are completed. When completed, lid will open and display will return to standby mode, indicating it’s ready for use.

Operation

1. Plug into outlet.
2. Press ON (I)/OFF ( ) button to turn on unit.
3. If unit has not been used in the last 24 hours, run preheating program (see above).
4. Place food in a vacuum-sealing pouch. Place pouch into chamber with open end positioned over sealing bar.
   NOTES:
   • If the contents are small, use insert plates to minimize space in chamber. This will reduce cycle time.
   • The pouch should not extend outside chamber and should be placed over sealing bar, free of folds.
   • Multiple pouches can be placed over sealing bar if sealing bar is longer than pouch openings. Do not overlap pouches.
5. Set the program and seal times (see page 7).
6. Close lid. Do not use lid retainer. Cycle begins automatically.
7. Lid opens automatically when cycle is complete.
8. Remove contents and wait 10 seconds before beginning another cycle.
   NOTES:
   • To stop vacuum process manually and move to sealing step, press +/STOP VAC button.
   • To stop and cancel the cycle, press the ­/STOP button.

Program Selection

1. Press PROGRAM SELECT button. Display will show current program selected.
2. Press +/STOP VAC  button or ­/STOP button to select desired program.
3. Press PROGRAM SELECT  button. “oo” will show on display.

Changing Preset Vacuum and Sealing Times

Factory Default for All 10 Programs (P0 to P9)

Vacuum time: 30 seconds. Can be adjusted from 10 to 60 seconds.
Seal time: 2 seconds. Can be adjusted from 0.0 to 3.0 seconds.

Changing Vacuum and Seal Time

1. Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to select VACUUM. The VACUUM INDICATOR will illuminate.
2. The unit will display vacuum time. Press the +/STOP VAC button to increase time and the –/STOP button to decrease time.
3. Press FUNCTION SELECT button to select SEAL. The SEAL INDICATOR will illuminate.
4. The unit will display sealing time. Press +/STOP VAC button to increase time and –/STOP button to decrease time.
5. Press FUNCTION SELECT button to complete programming. Display will return to standby mode.

Programming and Storing

1. In standby mode, unit will show “oo.”
2. Press PROGRAM SELECT button. Unit will show current program number “PX” (X can be any number from 0 to 9).
3. Press +/STOP VAC button to increase program number and –/STOP button to decrease program number.
4. Press the FUNCTION SELECT button. “oo” will show on display.
5. Press FUNCTION SELECT button. VACUUM INDICATOR will illuminate to show selected vacuum time.
6. Press +/STOP VAC button or –/STOP button to change vacuum time.
7. Press FUNCTION SELECT button. SEAL INDICATOR will illuminate to show selected seal time.
8. Press +/STOP VAC button or –/STOP button to change seal time.
9. Press FUNCTION SELECT button to save new parameters.

How to Seal Food With Liquids

1. Cool foods before placing in vacuum-sealing pouch. Hot foods rapidly reach their boiling point which may result in an insufficient seal and shorten the life of the pump.
   NOTE: Hot foods create condensation, which may damage pump.
2. Monitor vacuum process through clear lid.
3. When you see a bubble appear in the vacuum-sealing pouch, press the +/STOP VAC button to stop the vacuum process and begin the seal process.

Change the Soft Air and Cooling Times

Cooling Time (F.1)
Your vacuum-sealing machine is equipped with a COOLING TIME feature that allows for sealing bar to cool off while setting a secure seal on the vacuum-seal pouch. It can be adjusted from factory setting of 3.0 seconds up to 9.9 seconds, allowing enough time to set seal in thicker pouches.

Soft Air (F.2)
Your vacuum-sealing machine is equipped with a SOFT AIR feature that allows for entry of air back into chamber at a slow rate to help prevent damage to pouches. Time can be adjusted from factory setting of 2.0 seconds up to 9.9 seconds.

FEATURE	CODE	UNIT	RANGE
Cooling Time	F.1	Seconds	3.0–9.9
Soft Air Bleeding Time	F.2	Seconds	2.0–9.9

Changing Cooling Time

1. In standby mode, display will show “oo.” Press and hold FUNCTION SELECT button for 3 seconds until “F.1” appears on the display.
2. Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to view the set time.
3. Press the +/STOP VAC and –/STOP buttons to adjust desired time.
4. Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to confirm time. Display will show “F.1” again.
5. Press and hold FUNCTION SELECT button for 3 seconds to save cooling time.
6. Unit will return to standby mode and display will show “oo.”

Changing Soft Air

1. In standby mode, display will show “oo.” Press and hold FUNCTION SELECT button for 3 seconds until “F.1” appears on the display.
2. Press the +/STOP VAC button to select “F.2.”
3. Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to view the set time.
4. Press the +/STOP VAC and –/STOP buttons to adjust desired time.
5. Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to confirm time. Display will show “F.2” again.
6. Press and hold FUNCTION SELECT button for 3 seconds to save cooling  time
7. Unit will return to standby mode and display will show “oo.”
   NOTE: Soft air and cooling times are applied to all programs. Regardless of which program is selected, the soft air and cooling times are the same.

Reset Functions to Factory Setting

In standby mode, display shows “oo.” Press and hold +/STOP VAC and –/STOP buttons at same time for 5 seconds until display shows “a.1.” All parameters will be reset to the factory setting.

PROGRAM NUMBER	VACUUMING TIME	HEAT SEALING TIME	SOFT AIR TIME	COOLING TIME
0	30	2.0	2.0	3.0
1	30	2.0	2.0	3.0
2	30	2.0	2.0	3.0
3	30	2.0	2.0	3.0
4	30	2.0	2.0	3.0
5	30	2.0	2.0	3.0
6	30	2.0	2.0	3.0
7	30	2.0	2.0	3.0
8	30	2.0	2.0	3.0
9	30	2.0	2.0	3.0

Troubleshooting Guide

Control panel does not illuminate.

• Unit is not connected to an electrical outlet. Plug into outlet.
• Circuit breaker is tripped. Reset circuit breaker.

Unit is on but is not functioning once the lid is closed.

• Lid microswitch needs to be adjusted. Contact Technical Services.
• Pump is damaged. Contact Technical Services.

Lid does not open automatically.

• Gas spring is damaged. Contact Technical Services.

Display shows “F.1.”

• Lid microswitch needs adjusting. Contact Technical Services.
  Pump requires maintenance. Contact Technical Services.

Display shows “–.”

• Lid does not open correctly. Inspect lid.

Display shows “CO.”

• Unit needs a scheduled oil change. Contact Technical Services.

Final vacuum is insufficient.

• Set vacuum time is too short. Extend vacuum time.
• There is not enough oil in the vacuum pump. Add oil or change oil.
• Extraction hole in back of chamber is partially covered by vacuum pouch during extraction. Place pouch closer to the sealing bar.
• Lid gasket is worn down. Replace lid gasket.
• Oil is contaminated. Change oil.
• Oil exhaust filter is wet. Contact Technical Services.

Unit extracts air too slowly.

• Oil exhaust filter is wet. Contact Technical Services.
• Vacuum pump’s extraction filter is blocked. Contact Technical Services.

Vacuum pouch is sealed improperly.

• Vacuum pouch is being placed on sealing bar incorrectly. Place pouch neatly on the sealing bar ensuring that the opening of the pouch is inside the chamber.
• Sealing time is either too short or too long. Adjust sealing time accordingly.
• Sealing pad beneath lid is worn or damaged. Replace seal pad.
• Sealing wire needs replacement. Replace sealing wire.
• Vacuum pouch opening is soiled. Clean pouch opening.

Maintenance

Inspect vacuum sealer and its various parts and replace as follows:

Weekly

• Check oil by looking at the oil inspection window.
• Check seal pad under lid for wear.
• Check lid gasket and lid.
• Check seal bar for wear.

Every 6 Months

• Replace oil in vacuum pump. Contact Technical Services.
• Replace seal pad under lid.
• Replace lid gasket.
• Replace sealing tape and sealing wires.

Yearly

• Check oil exhaust filter. Contact Technical Services.

Visit http://www.hamiltonbeachcommercial.com/en/technical-services-how-to-videos.html for directions on changing oil and replacing parts.

Cleaning

Electrical Shock Hazard. Before cleaning, assembling, or disassembling the vacuum sealer, make sure the vacuum sealer is unplugged.

Inspect vacuum sealer and its various parts and clean as follows:

Run the Preheating Procedure

• Run the Preheating Procedure daily. See page 6.

Clean Inside and Outside

• Unplug unit.
• Let unit cool completely before cleaning.
• Wipe vacuum chamber, lid, sealing bar, silicone holder, and exterior with a clean, moist cloth.
• Do not use abrasive materials, scratching cleansers, or scouring pads to clean since these may damage the finish.
• Wipe off all mild soap and chemical cleansers since residue may corrode the finish.

Tips

Vacuum Confirmation

• To check quality of vacuum, check tightness of the pouch and its contents. Check for air leaks and pockets. If you find that contents are not tightly vacuumed, increase the vacuum time by 5 seconds and run the vacuum again.

Seal Confirmation

• A complete seal will appear clear while an incomplete seal will appear bubbly. If the seal is incomplete, increase seal time by 0.1 second. If the seal appears white, decrease seal time by 0.1 second. After determining the appropriate time adjustments, vacuum and seal again.

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Documents / Resources

Hamilton Beach HVC254 Chamber Vacuum Sealer [pdf] User Manual HVC254, HVC305, Chamber Vacuum Sealer, Vacuum Sealer, Chamber Sealer, Sealer, HVC254

References

• Commercial Foodservice Products | Hamilton Beach Commercial
• Technical Services | How-To Videos
• User Manual