tape and HeatIng element replacement InstructIOns
cautIOn! unplug sealer from socket before
proceeding.
1.
Remove screws along with the cover plates (A)
and top teflon cover (B). Remove element (c) from
terminal posts. (See Figure 1)
2. If bottom adhesive teflon tape (d) is worn, burned or
ripped, it needs to be changed. Teflon tape keeps
the element insulated from the sealer housing to
ensure proper sealer operation. (See Figure 1)
If this tape is not worn, go to step 5.
3. After removal of metal cover plates, teflon tapes
and element, clean sealing surface (E) with cleaner,
adhesive remover is recommended, until free of
glue and debris. (See Figure 2)
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B
C
D
Figure 1
Figure 2
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4. Peel off backing of adhesive teflon tape. Apply
evenly onto sealer. Excess tape should extend all
the way to the terminal posts (F). If the element
touches any metal, the sealer will short out.
(See Figure 2)
5. Attach new heating element.
6. Reassemble in reverse of step 1. Teflon cover must
be flush against the sealer before replacing cover
plates.
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