I changed the heating strip but it still won't seal the cellophane bags. It still opens right after I seal it. Any ideas how I can make it work?
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A wire inside has come loose and it is not heating. This is an easy fix as heaters are very simple. 1. Unscrew the bottom 2. Look inside and slip the loose wire back onto the tab 3. Put the bottom back on 4. Happy sealing.
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Does it seal the bottom of the bag (if you are using a roll) or will in seal an empty bag? If it won't toss it if it is over a year old(See answer from Kelley). Otherwise, it may be operator error.
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Simply cut bag to desired length, place one end partially in(over the heating strip but not in the vacuum chamber) press and hold until hands free illuminates, then release when light goes out. That seals one end and the other is done once item is in bag, insert that end all the way into vacuum chamber, press and hold, wait for hands free, then once light extinguishes release. Hope that helps
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That was the issue I was having with this order. I have a food saver sealer and had a heck of a time trying to seal them. Finally gave up and enclosed with my food saver bags. I blew it and failed to mention that in my rating... Will try the iron method next time.
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Actually, there is a way to do it: cut strips of Foodsaver bags about 1" x 6" and discard the smooth side. Insert the checkered strip lengthwise into the bag, leaving about 1/2" sticking out. Seal as usual (with oxygen absorbers), making sure the strip is pushed down into the vacuum chamber. The checkered strip serves as a pathway for the air to be pulled out of the bag.I have an almost 100% success rate using my $30 Rival vacuum sealer. Never had a problem with the sealer not being hot enough.
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This smartvac Powerful, compact vacuum system seals food in ZIP-bags. There is a spot (hole if you will) where it vacuums and then seals it, but the bags are reusable, so I am not sure if the sealer just plugs the hole or heats it. I would think plugs the hole. I can find out more on Monday when the customer service department is here.
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I simply re-seal the original bag with my foodsaver. You can't vac-pack it since the material has no texture but you just need to remove as much air as possible and seal the bag. Works great!
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I solved that problem by putting the maker in the freezer overnight. Don't know why that worked, but it did--the low temperature broke the vacuum seal(?)
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I've had some problems with the quart jar sealer. I've tried using two lids but that doesn't work well either. I would appreciate someone telling me what to do.
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Mine lined up just fine, so I think there may be an issue with your lid not being on properly. I never had the problem with the lid not lining up when I replaced the bags. I would contact the manufacturer about the issue, or talk to a person where you bought it. Hope I helped. Thanks!
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I heat seal bags all the time...especially chips/pretzels, etc. It's easy and I find my chips stay fresh much longer. Hope this answer helps you.
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This is an inherent problem since mine does the same thing. I usually seal it twice. Once with the vacuum suction on then immediately with just the seal on like you are making a bag this works most of the time, but not 100% of the time.
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Make sure the black tape is still in place, after getting the bag off, then reduce the amount of time for sealing. Also, allow some cooling down time in-between seals. This is not a commercial machine and it is made for domestic use.
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A hot iron works great. Place the end of the bag on a flat surface, we used a wooden cutting board, make sure it is smooth and run the iron over it. Seals easily.
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Hi there! To answer your question: When we first used this Ziploc unit, we did have a slight problem making it latch on both sides! However, after calling the ZIPLOC company and speaking to a customer service rep., he advised me to apply EQUAL pressure to both sides of this unit at the SAME TIME. We did as he said, and so far, we have had no more problems with the latching issue! We do like this machine and it does do a great job, and we do not use the Ziploc brand bags. We buy the bags already sealed on one end from ebay for roughly 3 cents each! I hope my answer was able to help you enjoy your ziploc sealer unit! Thank you! Randy Brossette, Pineville, LA. Hi there! To answer your question: When we first used this Ziploc unit, we did have a slight problem making it latch on both sides! However, after calling the ZIPLOC company and speaking to a customer service rep., he advised me to apply EQUAL pressure to both sides of this unit at the SAME TIME. We did as he said, and so far, we have had no more problems with the latching issue! We do like this machine and it does do a great job, and we do not use the Ziploc brand bags. We buy the bags already sealed on one end from ebay for roughly 3 cents each! I hope my answer was able to help you enjoy... » Read More Hi there! To answer your question: When we first used this Ziploc unit, we did have a slight problem making it latch on both sides! However, after calling the ZIPLOC company and speaking to a customer service rep., he advised me to apply EQUAL pressure to both sides of this unit at the SAME TIME. We did as he said, and so far, we have had no more problems with the latching issue! We do like this machine and it does do a great job, and we do not use the Ziploc brand bags. We buy the bags already sealed on one end from ebay for roughly 3 cents each! I hope my answer was able to help you enjoy your ziploc sealer unit! Thank you! Randy Brossette, Pineville, LA. « Show Less
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It is always best to replace the adhesive. You are heating, prying and pushing the thin adhesive strips during opening. Undamaged, reusable adhesive would be a real blessing.
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I tried it on a bag of M&Ms; and it sealed it but didn't vacuum seal it. It made the noise like it was trying to suck the air out but didn't.