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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 Vac 550 is so convenient andversatile, you’ll find yourself using it every day. Weguarantee that if you make room for it on you...

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 5 5 0; Va c 5

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 - F o o d S a v e r A c c e s s o r i e s; FoodSaver Canisters; FoodSaver Wide - Mouth Jar Sealer

F o o d S a v e r A c c e s s o r i e s T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 4 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. TheCanisterscome...

Page 5 - Wait until; 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 7 6 Close the lid. Lock the lid bypressing in the locks on both sides.(You may need to press downlightly on the stars while pressingin the locks.) 7 Press and hold down the Onbutton. The light will go on as theVac 550 seals the bag. Wait until the sound st...

Page 6 - Vacuum packaging is complete.; down into

T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 9 5 Close the lid. Lock the lid bypressing in the locks on both sides.(You may need to press downlightly on the stars while pressingin the locks.) 6 Press and hold down the Onbutton. The light will go on as theVac 550 seals the bag. Wait until the sound st...

Page 7 - Wait until the sound; How to Open the FoodSaver Designer Canister; the lids in the dishwasher.; Place the lid on top of the canister.

T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 11 6 Close the lid. Lock the lid bypressing in the locks on both sides.(You may need to press downlightly on the stars while pressingin the locks.) 7 Press and hold down the Onbutton. The light will turn on asthe Vac 550 starts the vacuumcycle and air is r...

Page 8 - Wait until the sound stops and; Turn the knob on the canister lid so the arrow points to “Closed.”; How to Open the FoodSaver Bulk Storage or Square Canister; Do not

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 rB u l k S t o r a g e 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 12 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 13 7 Close the lid. Lock the lid bypressing in the locks on both sides.(You may need to p...

Page 9 - How to Open the Mason Jar

T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 15 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 14 7 Close the lid. Lock the lid bypressing in the locks on both sides.(You may need to press down...

Page 10 - Wait until the sound stops; Turn the knob on the universal lid so the arrow points to “Closed.”; 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 17 6 Close the lid. Lock the lid bypressing in the locks on both sides.(You may need to press downlightly on the stars while pressingin the locks.) 7 Press and hold down the Onbutton. The light will turn on asthe Vac 550 starts the vacuum cycleand air is r...

Page 11 - 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; Remove the accessory hose from the bottle stopper.; How to Remove the FoodSaver Bottle Stopper

T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 19 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 T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 18 5 Close the lid. Lock the lid bypressing in the locks on both sides.(You may need to press downlightly on the stars...

Page 12 - 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; 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; The FoodSaver Vac 550

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 21 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 20 The FoodSaver Vac 550 1 Always unplug the Vac 550 before cleaning. 2 Do not immerse the Vac ...

Page 13 - For best results pre-freeze; Preparation Guidelines for Hard Cheeses:; Preparation Guidelines for Leafy Vegetables:

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, and pork Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 to 3 years 6 months Ground meat Freezer FoodSaver Bag 1 year 4 mon...

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

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 Blanching Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage V E G E T A B L E S Times Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Asparagus 1 1 ⁄ 2 to 3 mins. Freez...

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

T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 27 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 26 Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage B A K E D G O O D S Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Bre...

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

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 B O T T L E D L I Q U I D S Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Oils (with no preservatives such as safflower, canola, Pantry Bottle Stopper 1 to 1 1 ⁄ 2 years 5 to 6...

Page 17 - I m p o r t a n t S a f e g u a r d s; Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g; Nothing Happens When the On Button Is Pressed:

I m p o r t a n t S a f e g u a r d s T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 30 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 31 For Your Own Safety, Always Follow These Basic Safety Precautions When Using the FoodSaver Vac 550: 1 Read the instructions carefully. 2 Do...

Page 18 - The Mason Jar or FoodSaver Canister Will Not Vacuum:; Make sure the metal lid of the mason jar is not bent.; The FoodSaver Universal Lid Will Not Vacuum:; Keep the lid open before vacuuming and/or sealing another bag.

T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 33 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 32 The Mason Jar or FoodSaver Canister Will Not Vacuum: 1 Make sure the jar sealer is centered and pressed firmly over the lidon the mason jar. 2 Make sure the rubber gasket on the...

Page 19 - M a r i n a t i n g R e c i p e s; S p i c y C i t r u s M a r i n a t e d C h i c k e n

T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 35 Broiling /Grilling Baking Pork Closest to heat source. Not recommended 12 mins. per inch – turn once. Beef Closest to heat source. Not recommended 10 mins. per inch – turn once. Shrimp Closest to heat source. Bake at 400˚ for 3-4 mins. per side. 6-10 mi...

Page 20 - I n d o n e s i a n M a r i n a t e d F l a n k S t e a k

T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 37 M a r i n a t i n g R e c i p e s T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L 36 I n d o n e s i a n M a r i n a t e d F l a n k S t e a k Serves 4-6 Ingredients needed: 1 1 ⁄ 2 to 1 2 ⁄ 3 lbs. flank steak 2 tablespoons chunky peanut butter3 tablespoons...

Page 21 - 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; S a l s a M a r i n a t e d S h r i m p

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 39 Your FoodSaver Vac 550 also protectsnon-food items from oxidation, cor-rosion, and moisture. Just follow thedirections for vacuum packaging usingthe FoodSaver Bags or accessories. ◗ Vacuum package y...

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 allow this; Evidence of original purchase is required, so; 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 40 The following warranty policyapplies only to the original con-sumer of this product and is nottransferable. Evidence of originalpurchase is required for warrantyservice (this could be the salesre...

Page 23 - User Manual; The Original Home Vacuum Packaging System; Vac

© 2000 by Tilia, Inc. All Rights Reser ved. This material may not be copied or reproduced in any fashion without written permission from the publisher. FoodSaver ® is a registered trademark of Tilia, Inc. First printing, June 2000Printed in the United States of America FoodSaver Patent 4,941,310Food...