Getting Started - FoodSaver V2040-I Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide V2040-I.qxd 8/15/07
Features
The user-friendly, control panel makes it easy for you to get the most out of your FoodSaver
Packaging System.
I Vacuum Indicator Light
Monitors the vacuum and
sealing process.
L Seal Indicator Light
Constant light indicates
sealing process is engaged.
J Accessory Port
Attach accessory
hose here and use
to vacuum package
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with FoodSaver
Canisters and
Accessories.
M Canister Vacuum Button
Press to achieve best vacuum
for canisters and accessories.
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Vacuum
Vacuum & Seal Button
K
This button has two uses:
Press to vacuum package and seal
1.
your food air-tight with a single
touch. Shuts off automatically.
Press to cancel process at any point.
2.
N Crush Free Instant Seal Button
This button has three uses:
Press to immediately stop the vacuum process
1.
and begin sealing the bag. Use to prevent crushing
delicate items such as bread, cookies and pastries.
Press to create a seal when making bags from
2.
a FoodSaver ® Roll.
Press to create a seal on Mylar bags (such as a
3.
crisp packet) to keep food sealed air-tight.
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Getting Started

How to Make a Bag from a FoodSaver
Place Bag on Sealing Strip
Pull out enough bag material to hold item to be
1.
vacuum packaged, plus 7.5 cm.
Place one end of bag material across Sealing Strip
2.
(G) and close lid. Press lid until latches click.
How to Vacuum Package with FoodSaver
Place Loaded Bag on Sealing Strip
1. Place item(s) in bag, allowing at least 7.5 cm
of space between bag contents and top of bag.
Open appliance lid and place open end of bag
2.
down into Vacuum Channel .
(E)
Close lid.
3.
To begin vacuum process, press down firmly on
4.
lid with both hands until latches click.
Press Vacuum & Seal Button .
5. (K)
Roll
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Press Lid and Push Seal Button
Press Seal Button. When the seal indicator light
3.
(L) turns off, open lid and remove bag.
Now you are ready to vacuum package with your new
bag (see below).
® Bags
Press Lid and Push Button
6. When motor and Indicator Lights (I) turn off, open
lid and remove bag. Refrigerate or freeze if needed.
(See FoodSaver ® Reference Guide for food safety tips.)
Let appliance cool down for 20 seconds
Note:
after each use.
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