T h e F o o d S a v e r U s e r M a n u a l
6
Nothing Happens When I
Try to Vacuum Package:
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Check to see that the appliance is plugged in.
Test electrical outlet by plugging in another
appliance.
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The appliance will shut off automatically if
overheated. Allow to cool down for 20 minutes
and try again.
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Check power cord and plug for damage. If
damaged, do not use the appliance.
Air is Not Removed from the Bag:
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To seal properly, open end of bag should be
resting entirely inside vacuum channel area.
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Check sealing strip and gasket beneath the lid
for debris. Wipe off and then smooth back into
place.
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Bag may have a leak. To test, seal the bag with
some air in it, submerge in water, and apply
pressure. Bubbles indicate a leak. Reseal or use
another bag.
Air Was Removed From the Bag, But Has
Come Back Into the Bag:
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Leaks along the seal can be caused by wrinkles,
crumbs, grease or liquids. Reopen bag, wipe
the top inside of the bag and smooth it out
along the sealing strip before resealing.
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The release of natural gases or fermentation
from foods, (such as fresh fruits and vegetables)
may have occurred. Open bag, if you think
food has begun to spoil, discard food. Lack of
refrigeration or fluctuating temperatures in the
refrigerator can cause food to spoil.
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Check the bag for a puncture or hole, which
may have released the vacuum. Cushion sharp
edges in the contents of the bag with paper
towels.
The Bag Melts:
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Should sealing strip overheat and melt the bag,
it may be necessary to lift the lid and allow
sealing strip to cool for a few minutes.
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Built-in safety shut-off may shut the appliance
off if it becomes overheated. Allow the unit to
cool down for 20 minutes and try again.
The FoodSaver Canister Will Not Vacuum:
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Make sure the rubber gasket on the canister lid
is free from food materials, crumbs, etc.
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Make sure the rim of the canister does not
have any cracks or scratches. Any gaps can
prevent a vacuum from forming.
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Make sure you aren’t filling the canister too
full prior to vacuum packaging. Always leave at
least 2.5 cm between the contents and the lid.
The FoodSaver Bottle Stopper Will Not
Vacuum:
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Make sure the Bottle Stopper is fitting snugly
inside the bottle. If it is loose, air may leak in
and prevent a vacuum from forming.
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Make sure the neck of the bottle and tip of the
Accessory Hose are free from food materials,
crumbs, etc. Any gaps will prevent a vacuum
from forming.
Note: For all accessories, make sure Accessory
Hose is completely inserted into appliance and
lid of accessory. Twist gray tab on Accessory
Hose while inserting to ensure a tight fit.
If you Cannot Fix the Problem:
Call your distributor at the number listed at
the back of this manual. Evidence of original
purchase is required, so it is important to hold
onto your sales receipt or packing slip.
Troubleshooting
