Page 2 - W e l c o m e; Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s
W e l c o m e T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 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 ro...
Page 3 - About Vacuum Packaging; FoodSaver Bags and Rolls are made; T h e F o o d S a v e r P r o S p o r t / G a m e S a v e r / Va c 1 5 0 0; Instant Seal Button
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; 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:; To prevent it, avoid overfilling; 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; Make sure the roll is rewound completely into; Open the lid and remove the bag.; IMPORTANT: Leave at least 3 extra inches
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 6 Apply pressure to the front of thelid and slide the bag cutter com-pletely across the sliding channelto cut the bag. Make ...
Page 7 - Place the
H o w t o Va c u u m P a c k a g e U s i n g R e a d y - M a d ea n d C u s t o m - M a d e F o o d S a v e r B a g s T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 11 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 10 6 Place your hands on the lid where itsays “PRESS HERE.” Press down onthe lid, then rele...
Page 8 - 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; H o w t o U s e t h e S e a l i n g A d j u s t m e n t S w i t c h; How To Use The Sealing Adjustment Switch
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 vacuum packaging fragile items such as bread, bakedgoods and b...
Page 9 - Set the Sealing Adjustment Switch to the “Accessory” position.; Place the lid on top of the canister.; How to Open FoodSaver Designer Canisters; The green light will turn off and the process will stop.
H o w t o U s e t h e C a n c e l B u t t o n H o w t o U s e t h e R e m o v a b l e Va c u u m C h a n n e l 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 FoodSaver Designer Canisters are an excellent ...
Page 10 - Turn the knob on the lid so the arrow points to “Closed.”; How to Open FoodSaver Bulk Storage or Square Canisters; Freezer; Lids in Microwave; Lids in Dishwasher; Vacuum package as per instructions on page 11, steps 6 and 7.
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 16 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 17 7 Remove the Accessory Hose from the lid by gently twisting thegray ...
Page 11 - How to Open the Mason Jar; Place the Mason jar lid on the top of the Mason jar.
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 6 Vacuum package as per instructions on page 11, steps 6 and 7. 7 Remove the Accessory Hose from the Jar Sealer by gently twist-ing the gray h...
Page 12 - 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
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 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 21 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 20 The Universal Lid is ideal for keeping foods, such as sauces,peanuts and coffee, fresh longer in their original contai...
Page 13 - The FoodSaver Pro Spor t; 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 23 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 22 The FoodSaver Pro Spor t / GameSaver / Vac 1500 1 Always unpl...
Page 14 - 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 25 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 24 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...
Page 15 - 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 27 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 16 - 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 29 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 28 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 pack...
Page 17 - Dried coconut; Preparation Guidelines for Powdery Foods:; Oils; 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 31 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 30 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) Cra...
Page 18 - 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; Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g; Nothing Happens When the Lid is Pressed:; Make sure the power cord is not damaged in any way.
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 32 Your FoodSaver vacuum packagingsystem also protects non-food itemsfrom oxidation, corrosion andmoisture. Just follow the directionsfor vacuum packaging using theFoodSaver Bags or accessories. ◗ Vacu...
Page 19 - Air Is Not Removed From the Bag:
Air Is Not Removed From the Bag: 1 Make sure the open end of the bag is resting entirely inside theVacuum Channel. Make sure you are not putting the edge of thebag beyond the Vacuum Channel. 2 Make sure the Sealing Adjustment Switch is in the "1", "2" or"3" position. 3 Check ...
Page 20 - The Mason Jar Will Not Vacuum:; Make sure the metal lid of the Mason jar is not bent.; The Bag Will Not Seal:; Keep the lid open before vacuuming and/or sealing another bag.
Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 37 The Mason Jar Will Not Vacuum: 1 Make sure the Jar Sealer is centered and pressed firmly over thelid on the Mason jar. 2 Make sure the rubber gasket on the Jar Sealer lid is free fromfood materials, crumbs, etc. 3 Make sure ...
Page 21 - 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 39 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 22 - 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; Evidence of original purchase is required, so; it is impor tant to hold onto; Services Suppor t
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 41 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 40 of law, including, but not limited to, any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a par ticular purpose. This warranty does not cover ...