Important Safeguards & Tips - FoodSaver FFS005-033 Owner's Manual

Important Safeguards & Tips
Important Safeguards
For your own safety, always follow these basic
precautions when using a FoodSaver appliance:
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1. Read the User Manual carefully for operating
instructions. Read all instructions in this manual
before use.
2. Do not use appliance on wet surfaces or outdoors.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse
any part of appliance, power cord or plug in water
or other liquid. Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning.
4. To disconnect, unplug power cord from electrical
outlet. Do not disconnect by pulling on cord.
5. Do not operate appliance with a damaged power
cord or plug. Do not operate appliance if it
malfunctions or is in any way damaged. For details,
contact Consumer Services at number listed below.
6. Use appliance only for its intended use.
7. Close supervision is required when this product is
used near children. Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
8. CAUTION ! An extension cord may be used when
marked electrical rating is no less than electrical
rating of this appliance. All cords should not drape
over counter or tabletop where cords can be
tripped over or pulled on unintentionally, especially
by children.
9. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner,
or heated oven. Extreme caution must be used
when moving products containing hot liquids.
POLARIZED PLUG
To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this
product has a polarized
plug (one blade is wider
than the other). This
plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only
one way. When the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. When it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature
or modify the plug in any way. If the plug fits
loosely into the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels
warm do not use that outlet.
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CAUTION: DO NOT IMMERSE IN ANY LIQUID.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Important Tips
1. Vacuum sealing is NOT a substitute for the heat
process of canning. Perishables still need to be
refrigerated or frozen.
2. For best results, use only with FoodSaver Bags,
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Rolls, Containers and Accessories.
3. During the vacuum sealing process, small
amounts of liquids, crumbs or food particles
can be inadvertently pulled into the Vacuum
Channel. Empty the Drip Tray after each use.
4. Avoid overfilling, always leave at least 3 inches
of bag material between bag contents and top
of bag. This allows room for the bag material to
cinch tightly against the food and prevents the
bag from pulling out of the Vacuum Channel
during the sealing process. Then leave at least
one additional inch of bag material for each time
you plan to reuse bag.
5. Do not create your own side seams for a
FoodSaver Bag. These bags are manufactured
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with a special side seam, which is sealed all the
way to the outer edge.
6. To prevent wrinkles in the seal when vacuum
sealing bulky items, gently stretch bag flat while
inserting bag into Vacuum Channel and continue
to hold bag until vacuum pump starts.
7. When you are vacuum sealing items with sharp
edges (dry spaghetti, silverware, etc.), 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.
8. When using accessories, remember to leave one
inch of space at top of canister or container.
9. Pre-freeze fruits and blanch vegetables before
vacuum sealing for best results. See Guidelines
for Vacuum Sealing, pages 9-10.
10. Wait 20 seconds between seals to allow appliance
to cool.
11. Never store lid in OPERATE position as gaskets
may become compressed.
For Household Use Only
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Congratulations...
You are about to enjoy the freshness
benefits of FoodSaver ® , The # 1 Selling
Brand of Vacuum Sealing Systems. For
years, the FoodSaver ® Vacuum Sealing
System has helped millions of households
keep food fresh longer in the refrigerator,
freezer and pantry. The FoodSaver ® system
is designed to remove air and extend
freshness up to five times longer than
conventional storage methods. Keep your
FoodSaver appliance on your counter top,
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and you'll soon discover its convenience
and versatility all through the year.
Questions?
Contact customer service:
1 (877) 804-5383
or visit us online:
www.FoodSaver.ca
Please do not return this product
to place of purchase.
Customer Service: 1 (877) 804-5383
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