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Page 2 - Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s; W e l c o m e

You have just purchased an appliance that will soonhave you wondering how you ever got by withoutit. The FoodSaver vacuum packaging system is soconvenient and versatile, you’ll find yourself usingit every day. We guarantee that if you make roomfor it on your countertop, you will quickly see howindis...

Page 3 - About Vacuum Packaging; FoodSaver Bags and Rolls are made; T h e F o o d S a v e r Va c 1 2 0 0

T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 3 About Vacuum Packaging Air is left in most food storage con-tainers and plastic bags even whenthey are sealed tightly. Oxygen isone of the main reasons that foodgoes bad. It starts a chemicalchange – robbing food of its nutri-tional value, texture, color...

Page 4 - FoodSaver Canisters; F o o d S a v e r A c c e s s o r i e s; FoodSaver Regular Jar Sealer; and Kerr; FoodSaver Wide - Mouth Jar Sealer; or call

FoodSaver Canisters ◗ There are three styles of FoodSaverCanisters – Designer, Square andBulk Storage. They are ideal forstoring delicate items and liquids,as well as dry goods and cookingstaples. The canisters come in avariety of sizes and all can be usedin the refrigerator and pantry.Canisters are...

Page 5 - I m p o r t a n t T i p s; Impor tant Tips When Vacuum Packaging:; I m p o r t a n t S a f e g u a r d s; For Household Use Only • Please Save These Instructions

I m p o r t a n t T i p s T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 7 Impor tant Tips When Vacuum Packaging: 1 Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration. 2 Use ONLY bags and rolls manufactured by FoodSaver. 3 Do not allow the Vacuum Channel to fill up with liquids. This will render th...

Page 6 - H o w t o M a k e a C u s t o m - M a d e B a g w i t h F o o d S a v e r R o l l s; Set the Sealing Time Adjustment Switch to “2.”

H o w t o M a k e a C u s t o m - M a d e B a g w i t h F o o d S a v e r R o l l s T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 9 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 8 7 Close the lid. 8 Press on the lid with the palmsof your hands then release. Thesolid green light will turn on. 9 When the ...

Page 8 - Place the items to be vacuum packaged into the bag.

H o w t o U s e t h e E x t e n d e d Va c u u m B u t t o n H o w t o U s e t h e I n s t a n t S e a l B u t t o n T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 13 Use the Instant Seal Button when you want to seal a FoodSaverBag before a complete vacuum has been created. This feature isuseful when v...

Page 9 - Place the lid on top of the canister.; How to Open the FoodSaver Designer Canister

H o w t o Va c u u m P a c k a g e U s i n g F o o d S a v e r B u l kS t o r a g e C a n i s t e r s a n d S q u a r e C a n i s t e r s H o w t o Va c u u m P a c k a g e U s i n g F o o d S a v e rD e s i g n e r C a n i s t e r s T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 15 Bulk Storage Canist...

Page 10 - Turn the knob on the lid so the arrow points to “Closed.”; How to Open the FoodSaver Bulk Storage or Square Canister; Freezer; Lids in Microwave; Lids in Dishwasher

H o w To Va c u u m P a c k a g e U s i n g t h e F o o d S a v e rJ a r S e a l e r w i t h M a s o n J a r s H o w t o Va c u u m P a c k a g e U s i n g F o o d S a v e r B u l kS t o r a g e C a n i s t e r s a n d S q u a r e C a n i s t e r s T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 17 Use ...

Page 11 - H o w To Va c u u m P a c k a g e U s i n g F o o d S a v e r U n i v e r s a l L i d s; How to Open the FoodSaver Universal Lid; How to Open the Mason Jar; Vacuum packaging is not a substitute for canning.

H o w To Va c u u m P a c k a g e U s i n g F o o d S a v e r U n i v e r s a l L i d s H o w To Va c u u m P a c k a g e U s i n g t h e F o o d S a v e rJ a r S e a l e r w i t h M a s o n J a r s T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 19 The Universal Lid is ideal for keeping foods, such as ...

Page 12 - FoodSaver Bags; How to Remove the FoodSaver Bottle Stopper

H o w t o Va c u u m P a c k a g e U s i n g F o o d S a v e r B o t t l e S t o p p e r s C a r e a n d C l e a n i n g I n s t r u c t i o n s T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 21 The FoodSaver Vac 1200 1 Always unplug the appliance before cleaning. 2 Do not immerse the appliance in wate...

Page 13 - F o o d P r e p a r a t i o n a n d S t o r a g e G u i d e; Ground meat; For best results pre-freeze; Preparation Guidelines for Hard Cheeses:; Easy to identify because of

F o o d P r e p a r a t i o n a n d S t o r a g e G u i d e T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 23 Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage M E A T S /F I S H Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Beef, Lamb, Pork Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 to 3 years...

Page 14 - Preparation Guidelines for Leafy Vegetables:; Preparation Guidelines for Fruits:; Preparation Guidelines for Vegetables:

F o o d P r e p a r a t i o n a n d S t o r a g e G u i d e T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 25 Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage L E A F Y V E G E TA B L E S Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) FoodSaver Lettuce, Spinach Refrigerator C...

Page 15 - Beans; Preparation Guidelines for Cof fee:; Sunflower seeds; Preparation Guidelines for Baked Goods:

F o o d P r e p a r a t i o n a n d S t o r a g e G u i d e T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 27 Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage P R E P A R E D L I Q U I D S Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Soups, Stews,Sauces, Other liquids Freez...

Page 16 - Dried coconut; Preparation Guidelines for Powdery Foods:; Wine; Preparation Guidelines for Bottled Liquids:

F o o d P r e p a r a t i o n a n d S t o r a g e G u i d e T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 29 Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage S N A C K F O O D S Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Crackers, Chips, Cookies Pantry FoodSaver 3 to 6 w...

Page 17 - Nothing Happens When the Lid is Pressed:; Make sure the power cord is not damaged in any way.; Air Is Not Removed From the Bag:

Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g Va c u u m P a c k a g i n g N o n - F o o d I t e m s T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 31 Nothing Happens When the Lid is Pressed: 1 Make sure the power cord is firmly plugged into the electrical outlet. 2 Make sure the power cord is not damaged in any way. 3...

Page 18 - Air Was Removed From the Bag, But Has Come Back; Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g; The Bag Will Not Seal:; Keep the lid open before vacuuming and/or sealing another bag.; The Mason Jar Will Not Vacuum:; Make sure the metal lid of the mason jar is not bent.

Air Was Removed From the Bag, But Has Come Back Into the Bag: 1 Check the seal of the bag. There may be a wrinkle in the bag alongthe seal, which caused leakage and allowed air to come back intothe bag. Cut the bag open and vacuum package it again. 2 Moisture or food material (i.e. juices, grease, c...

Page 19 - The FoodSaver Bottle Stopper Will Not Vacuum:; The FoodSaver Designer Canister Will Not Vacuum:

T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 35 The FoodSaver Bottle Stopper Will Not Vacuum: 1 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. 2 Make sure the neck of the bottle and tip of the Accessory Hoseare free...

Page 20 - W a r r a n t y a n d S e r v i c e I n f o r m a t i o n; Some states do not; I F Y O U N E E D S E R V I C E; Evidence of original purchase is required, so; it is impor tant to hold onto; Services Suppor t; O N E - Y E A R L I M I T E D W A R R A N T Y

W a r r a n t y a n d S e r v i c e I n f o r m a t i o n T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 37 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 36 of law, including, but not limited to, any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a par ticular purpose. This warranty does not cover ...