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The Original Home Vacuum Packaging System
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Vac800 Vac820
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Welcome Table of Contents You have just purchased an appliance that will soon Welcome have you wondering how you ever got by without 2 The FoodSaver Vac 800/Vac 820 it. The FoodSaver vacuum packaging system is so convenient and versatile, you’ll find yourself using 4 FoodSaver Accessories it every day. We guarantee that if you make room for it on your countertop, you will quickly see how 6 Important Safeguards indispensable it becomes in your k
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL The FoodSaver Vac 800/Vac 820 NOTE: The illustrations throughout this manual represent the Vac 800, but both the Vac 800 and the Vac 820 operate in the same manner. About Vacuum Packaging FoodSaver Bags and Rolls Air is left in most food storage con- FoodSaver Bags and Rolls are made tainers and plastic bags even when from a special 5-layer plastic Bag Cutter Sealing Adjustment they are sealed tightly. Oxygen is material with patented channels
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL FoodSaver Accessories FoodSaver Canisters Vacuum packaging in the FoodSaver Regular Jar Sealer FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers FoodSaver Square Canister is an There are three styles of FoodSaver The FoodSaver Regular Jar Sealer FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers allow excellent way to marinate foods Canisters – Designer, Square and allows you to vacuum package in you to vacuum package in bottles because the Bulk Storage. They are ideal for regular or standard
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Important Safeguards Important Tips For Your Own Safety, Always Follow These Basic Important Tips When Vacuum Packaging: Precautions When Using the FoodSaver Vac 800/Vac 820: 1 Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration. 1 Read the instructions carefully. 2 Use ONLY bags and rolls manufactured by FoodSaver. 2 Do not use the appliance on wet or hot surfaces, or near a 3 Do not allow the Vacuum Channel to fill up with liquids. This
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Make a Custom-Made Bag with FoodSaver Rolls When using FoodSaver Rolls you first need to make a bag. If you 6 With the palms of your hands, are using ready-made FoodSaver Bags, go to page 10. press down on the ridges on the lid and hold. The green light will 1 Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the power cord turn on indicating the bag is into a standard electrical outlet. being sealed. 2 Set the Sealing Adjustment 7 Wai
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Vacuum Package Using Ready-Made and Custom-Made FoodSaver Bags 1 Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the power cord 7 While continuously holding down the lid, the appliance will into a standard electrical outlet. vacuum and seal automatically. 2 Set the Sealing Adjustment 8 When all the air has been removed, and the bag has been Switch to “Vacuum & Seal.” sealed, the green light and the motor will turn off. The vacuum and
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Use the Sealing Adjustment Switch How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Designer Canisters This Three-Level Sealing Adjustment Switch lets you control the FoodSaver Designer Canisters are an excellent way to store length of the sealing process. The switch has three settings: delicate items in the refrigerator, pantry or on the countertop. • Seal Only 1 Place the item(s) to be vacuum packaged inside the canister. Leave Use this setting t
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bulk Storage Canisters and Square Canisters Bulk Storage Canisters are an excellent way to store food in the 6 Remove the Accessory Hose from the lid by gently twisting the refrigerator or pantry. The Square Canister is great for marinating gray hose fitting and pulling up. since vacuum packaging opens the pores of food and cuts 7 Turn the knob on the lid so the arrow points to “Closed.” marinating time dow
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How To Vacuum Package Using the FoodSaver Jar Sealer with Mason Jars Use the FoodSaver Jar Sealer to vacuum package food in Mason 5 Vacuum package as per instructions on page 10, steps 6-8. jars. There are two sizes of Jar Sealers: the FoodSaver Wide- 6 Remove the Accessory Hose from the Jar Sealer by gently Mouth Jar Sealer for wide-mouth Mason jars, and the FoodSaver Regular Jar Sealer for regular or standard-mouth Mason jars. twisting the gr
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How To Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Universal Lids The Universal Lid is ideal for keeping foods, such as sauces, 5 Once the vacuum takes hold on the container, both hands can be peanuts and coffee, fresh longer in their original containers. used to finish the vacuum process. Continue with vacuum pack- These lids work with metal cans, thick glass jars and rigid aging as you would a Square Canister or Bulk Storage Canister. plastic containers.
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers Care and Cleaning Instructions FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers are the best way to keep wine, oils and The FoodSaver Vac 800/Vac 820 non-carbonated bottled liquids fresh longer. You will keep their 1 Always unplug the appliance before cleaning. delicate taste from going stale by not exposing the liquids to air. 2 Do not immerse the appliance in water. FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers are not to be used w
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Food Preparation and Storage Guide Guidelines for Vacuum to grow, but can grow with or Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage Packaging Food without air. Refrigeration slows MEATS/FISH Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) the growth of yeast, and freezing Vacuum packaging is not a substitute stops it completely. for canning nor can it reverse deteri- Beef, Lamb, Pork Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 to 3
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Food Preparation and Storage Guide Blanching Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage VEGETABLES Times Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without LEAFY VEGETABLES Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) FoodSaver 1 Asparagus 1 ⁄2 to 3 mins. Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 to 3 years 8 months Lettuce, Spinach Refrigerator 2 weeks 3
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Food Preparation and Storage Guide Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage BAKED GOODS Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without COFFEE Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Bread, Rolls, Beans Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 to 3 years 6 to 9 months Freezer FoodSaver Bag 1 to 3 years 6 to 12 months Bagels, Pastries Ground Fre
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Food Preparation and Storage Guide Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage POWDERY FOODS Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without BOTTLED LIQUIDS Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Oils (with no preservatives Flour, Sugar, Dry milk, FoodSaver FoodSaver Bag, 1 such as safflower, canola, Pantry 1 to 1 ⁄2 years 5 to
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items Troubleshooting Your FoodSaver vacuum packaging Vacuum package your food and Nothing Happens When the Lid is Pressed: system also protects non-food items equipment for a boating or sailing 1 Make sure the power cord is firmly plugged into the electrical outlet. from oxidation, corrosion and outing. Food will stay dry in the 2 Make sure the power cord is not damaged in any way. moisture. Just follow the direction
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Troubleshooting Air Was Removed From the Bag, But Has Come Back The Bag Will Not Seal: Into the Bag: 1 Wait 20 minutes to allow the appliance to cool off, then try using 1 Check the seal of the bag. There may be a wrinkle in the bag along it again. The appliance will shut off automatically if it becomes the seal, which caused leakage and allowed air to come back into too hot. To help prevent the appliance from becoming too hot: the bag. Cut t
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Troubleshooting The FoodSaver Designer Canister Will Not Vacuum: The FoodSaver Bottle Stopper Will Not Vacuum: 1 Make sure the rubber gasket on the lid is free from food 1 Make sure the Bottle Stopper is fitting snugly inside the bottle. materials, crumbs, etc. If it is loose, air may leak in and prevent a vacuum from forming. 2 Make sure the rim of the canister does not have any cracks or 2 Make sure the neck of the bottle and tip of the Acc
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Warranty and Service Information ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY of law, including, but not limited This warranty is void outside North to, any implied warranties of America (the United States, its The following warranty policy c. Serviced or repaired by persons merchantability or fitness for a possessions, Canada and Mexico). applies only to the original consumer other than those authorized by particular purpose. This warranty of this product and is
