www.foodsaver.ca
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1-800-777-5452 (U.S.) 1-877-804-5383 (Canada)
www.foodsaver.ca
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1-800-777-5452 (U.S.) 1-877-804-5383 (Canada)
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
For your own safety, always follow these
basic precautions when using a FoodSaver
®
appliance:
1.
Read the QuickStart Guide carefully for
operating instructions. Read all instructions in this
manual before use.
2.
Do not use appliance on wet or hot surfaces, or
near a heat source.
3.
To protect against electric shock, do not immerse
any part of appliance, power cord or plug in water
or other liquid.
4.
To disconnect, unplug power cord from electrical
outlet. Do not disconnect by pulling on cord.
5.
Do not operate appliance with a damaged power
cord or plug. Do not operate appliance if it
malfunctions or is in any way damaged. For
details, contact Consumer Services at number
listed at bottom of page.
6.
Use appliance only for its intended use.
7.
Closely supervise children when using any
electrical appliance. Do not allow appliance to
be used as a toy.
8.
120v Appliances Only: The FoodSaver
®
appliance
has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). To reduce risk of electrical shock, this plug
is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one
way. If plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not modify plug in any way.
9.
Caution:
A short power cord is provided to
reduce risks from entanglement or tripping over
a longer cord. An extension cord may be used
when marked electrical rating is no less than
electrical rating of this appliance. All cords should
not drape over counter or tabletop where cords
can be tripped over or pulled on unintentionally,
especially by children.
10.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric
burner, or heated oven.
11.
Wait 20 seconds between seals to allow
appliance to cool.
For Household Use Only
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Important Tips
1.
Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for the
heat process of canning. Perishables still need to
be refrigerated or frozen.
2.
For best results, use FoodSaver
®
Bags, Canisters
and Accessories.
3.
During the vacuum packaging process, small
amounts of liquids, crumbs or food particles
can be inadvertently pulled into the Vacuum
Channel, clogging the pump and damaging your
appliance. To prevent this, follow these tips:
a.
For moist and juicy foods such as raw meats:
Freeze first and avoid overfilling bags. You
can also place a folded paper towel inside
top of bag, but below seal area before
vacuum packaging.
b.
For soups, sauces and liquids: Freeze first and
avoid overfilling bags. Or, use a canister and
then place in refrigerator.
c.
For powdery or fine-grained foods: Avoid
over filling bags or use a canister. You can also
place a coffee filter or paper towel on top of
the food before vacuum packaging.
d.
If your appliance features a Drip Tray, empty
it after each use.
4.
To avoid overfilling, always leave at least 3 inches of
bag material between bag contents and top of bag.
Then leave at least one additional inch of bag
material for each time you plan to reuse bag.
5.
Do not create your own side seams for a
FoodSaver
®
Bag. These bags are manufactured with
a special side seam, which is sealed all the way to
the outer edge.
6.
To prevent wrinkles in the seal when vacuum
packag ing bulky items, gently stretch bag flat
along Sealing Strip before you close lid.
7.
If you are unsure your bag was sealed properly,
simply reseal bag about
1
⁄
4
inch above first seal.
8.
When you are vacuum packaging items with
sharp edges (dry spaghetti, silverware, etc.),
protect bag from punctures by wrapping item in
soft cushioning material, such as a paper towel.
You may want to use a canister or Mason jar
instead of a bag.
9.
When using accessories, remember to leave one
inch of space at top of canister or container.
10.
Pre-freeze fruits and blanch vegetables before
vacuum packaging for best results. See pages 3-4
for more information.
Important Safeguards & Tips
Congratulations…
You are about to enjoy the freshness benefits
of FoodSaver
®
, The #1 Selling Brand of
Vacuum Packaging Systems. For years, the
FoodSaver
®
Vacuum Packaging System
has helped millions of households keep
food fresh longer in the refrigerator, freezer
and pantry. The FoodSaver
®
system
is designed to remove air and extend
freshness up to five times longer than
conventional storage methods. Keep your
FoodSaver
®
appliance on your countertop,
and you’ll soon discover its convenience
and versatility.
Why Vacuum Package?
Exposure to air causes food to lose nutrition and
flavor, and also causes freezer burn and enables
bacteria, mold and yeast to grow. The FoodSaver
®
vacuum packaging system removes air and seals in
flavor and quality. With a full line of FoodSaver
®
Bags,
Canisters and Accessories to expand your options,
you can now enjoy the benefits of a scientifically
proven food storage method that keeps food fresh
up to five times longer.
The FoodSaver
®
Vacuum Packaging System
Saves Time and Money.
Spend less money.
With the FoodSaver
®
system,
you can buy in bulk or buy on sale and vacuum
package your food in desired portions without
wasting food.
Save more time.
Cook ahead for the week,
preparing meals and saving them in FoodSaver
®
Bags.
Marinate in minutes.
Vacuum packaging opens
up the pores of food so you can get that great
marinated flavor in minutes instead of hours.
Make entertaining a breeze.
Make your
signature dish and holiday treats in advance so
you can spend quality time with your guests.
Enjoy seasonal or specialty foods.
Keep
highly perishable or infrequently used items fresh
longer.
Control portions for dieting.
Vacuum package
sensible portions and write calories and/or
fat grams on the bag.
Protect non-food items.
Keep camping and
boating supplies dry and organized for outings.
Protect polished silver from tarnishing by
minimizing exposure to air.
Welcome to FoodSaver
®
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