It is important to keep your vacuum food sealer clean, especially if you use it a lot.
Since you have to handle food near it, it is essential that you keep it always free from bacteria.
Here are some tips which will definitely assist you in keeping it clean.
Use antibacterial soaps or cleansers.
You may want to choose a mild cleaner that kills germs but make sure that it is not toxic.
Using a bleach product may not be a good idea, since you will be using this appliance to help you store your food.
Use gentle soaps or cleansers that won't make you sick.
Always unplug your equipment before you clean it.
Don't submerge it in water, either, as this may damage the inner electronics.
Use a damp rag, sponge, or paper towel to wipe down the machine.
Make sure that you clean the buttons, the vacuum channel (which catches the fluids), and the entire surface.
All of these areas can collect dust and germs, and you don't want those things near your food.
Once you have cleaned all of the parts with water and a mild soap, go over each area again with just water.
This will wash away any soap residue that can make the appliance sticky.
Remember, not to use too much water.
Put just enough on a rag or sponge to rinse away left over soap.
Now that you have thoroughly cleaned your vacuum food sealer, it is time for the next step.
Don't plug it back in just yet.
Take a dry cloth or a paper towel and dry the vacuum channel and other surfaces of the appliance.
Make sure that all parts of it are completely dry before you attempt to use it again.
You could get an electric shock if you use it while it is wet.
That is the final step.
Now that you have gotten rid of all of the dust, germs, and food juices left on it, both inside and outside, you can put it back to use.
After a good wash in soap and water, and a thorough wipe for dryness, your vacuum food sealer will be as good as new.
Make sure that you give it a thorough cleaning often, so there is not too much build up over time.
The more often you use it, the more you should clean it.
Take good care of it, and it will take good care of your food.