FoodSaver V2490BC Quick Start

Tips for Successful Vacuum Packaging
Reference Guide or visit our website at www.foodsaver.com.
For more usage tips and safety information, please refer to the FoodSaver
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Tips on Using PulseVac Control Feature
™
Use the PulseVac™ Control feature to manually control 5. Push and hold the Pulse Button
the vacuum process and avoid crushing delicate items. pump will run when the Pulse Button is held down.
Release the Pulse Button to stop the vacuum
1. Place item(s) in bag, allowing at least 3 inches of
process. Repeat pushing the Pulse Button until
space between bag contents and top of bag.
desired amount of air has been removed.
2. Open appliance lid and place open end of bag
into Vacuum Channel (I) . Close lid and use NOTE: If the vacuum pump stops engaging after several pushes
Latch to lock. of the Pulse Button, it means the maximum vacuum has been
(D)
reached. Do not continue to push the Pulse Button.
3. Press appropriate Food Setting Button —
(M)
6. Press Seal Button
Moist or Dry.
Pulse mode.
4. Press appropriate speed setting button (O)
7. When the Progress Lights
Normal or Fast.
Latch
(D)
freeze if needed.
Tips on Sealing a Bag
Make sure appliance lid is securely latched. absorb excess liquids. Just be sure to leave at least 3
When making a bag from a roll, place bag material inches between paper towel and end of bag so that
on Sealing Strip , close lid and make sure to use bag seals properly with paper towel inside.
(K)
the Latch to lock lid.Then press Seal Button .
(D) (T)
Make sure appliance has time to cool down.
Wait at least 20 seconds between seals. Under very
Prevent moisture or liquid from being pulled
heavy usage, appliance will not operate to prevent
into the Vacuum Channel (I) or trapped in the
Either pre-freeze moist food such as raw meat overheating. If it does, wait 20 minutes to allow
seal.
for 1-2 hours before vacuum packaging, or place a appliance to cool off.
folded paper towel between food and end of bag to
Tips on Removing Air from a Bag
Make sure appliance lid is securely latched. If motor runs for more than 30 seconds with-
When vacuuming and sealing a bag, make sure the
out stopping, consider the following:
Latch is in the locked position. vacuum packaging with a bag, make sure open end is
(D)
placed down inside Vacuum Channel
Check for wrinkles in the bag along the Sealing
sure Accessory Hose
.Wrinkles in seal may cause leakage and allow
Strip
packaging with an accessory, check Accessory Hose
air to come back into bag. Check for wrinkles in bag
in appliance lid and in accessory to ensure a tight fit.
along Sealing Strip (K) before closing lid and vacuum
packaging. If you find wrinkles after sealing bag, simply
cut bag open and vacuum package again.
Tips on Storage
Always store appliance with the Latch (D) in
the unlocked position.
Tips for Successful Vacuum Packaging
General Tips
.The vacuum
(Q)
1. Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for the
heat process of canning. Perishables still need to
be refrigerated or frozen.
For best results, use FoodSaver
2.
and Accessories.
During the vacuum packaging process, small
3.
(T) to seal the bag and end the amounts of liquids, crumbs or food particles can
be inadvertently pulled into Vacuum Channel
(S) turn off, unlock clogging the pump and damaging your appliance.
lift lid and remove bag. Refrigerate or
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 in
refrigerator.
c. For powdery or fine-grained foods: Avoid
overfilling bags or use a canister.You can also
place a coffee filter or paper towel inside
before vacuum packaging.
If your appliance features a drip tray
d.
empty after each use.
To avoid overfilling, always leave at least 3 inches
4.
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.
If you are
5. Do not create your own side seams for a
FoodSaver Bag.These bags are manufactured
®
and make
(I)
with a special side seam, which is sealed all the
is not attached. If vacuum
(A)
way to the outer edge.
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6. To prevent wrinkles in a seal when vacuum
packaging bulky items, gently stretch bag flat
along Sealing Strip before you close lid.
(K)
Bags, Canisters If you are unsure your bag was sealed properly,
7.
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simply reseal bag about inch above first seal.
1
⁄
4
When you are vacuum packaging items with
8.
sharp edges (dry spaghetti, silverware, etc.),
(I) , 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.
When using accessories, remember to leave one
9.
inch of space at top of canister or container, and
make sure to lock Latch before vacuuming.
(D)
Unlock the Latch when finished.
10. Pre-freeze fruits and blanch vegetables before
vacuum packaging for best results. See pages
2-3 of FoodSaver Reference Guide for more
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information.
If appliance does not function, check to make
11.
sure the Latch is in the locked position.
(H),
Always store appliance with the Latch in the
12. (D)
unlocked position.
Item # T180-00120 (12/06)
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Features of Your FoodSaver Appliance
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J Foam Gasket
K Extra-wide Sealing Strip
For important safety information and helpful tips, please refer to the FoodSaver
® Reference Guide
included in your kit. Questions? Visit us at www.foodsaver.com or call 1-800-777-5452 (U.S.) or
1-877-804-5383 (Canada). Get tips on vacuum packaging and order FoodSaver accessories.
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QuickStart
V2490BC
A Accessory Hose
B Accessory Hose
Storage
Touchpad Control
C
Panel
D Easy-lock Latch
E Pen Storage
F Roll Storage
Compartment
G Bag Cutter and
Cutter Bar
Easy-clean Drip Tray
H
I Vacuum Channel