FoodSaver V2830 Get Started

Features
Advanced Design Features
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The user-friendly control panel makes it easy for you to get the most out of your FoodSaver
Design Vacuum Packaging System, and the touchpad design allows you to easily wipe it clean.
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M Vacuum & Seal Button Q Canister Vacuum Button
This button has two uses: Press to achieve best vacuum for
1. Press to vacuum package and seal food canisters and accessories.
airtight. Appliance shuts off automatically.
R Seal Indicator Light
2. Press to cancel process at any point.
Constant light indicates sealing
N Adjustable Food Settings process is engaged. (Flashing light
indicates error.)
Select food type to optimize the seal — Dry
(normal seal time) for foods without liquid;
Moist (longer seal time) for juicy foods.
O
Accessory Port
Attach Accessory Hose here to
(A)
vacuum package with FoodSaver Canisters
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and Accessories.
P T wo Speed Settings S Progress Lights
Select speed to optimize vacuum — Show progress of vacuum and seal process.
Normal for average-sized bags, All three lights shut off when the full process
canisters and all accessories; High is finished.
for larger-sized bags and canisters.
T CrushFree
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This button has three uses:
1. Press to immediately stop the vacuum
process and begin sealing the bag.This
prevents crushing delicate items such as
bread, cookies and pastries.
2. Press to create a seal when making bags
from a FoodSaver
3. Press to create a seal on Mylar bags
Flip-up Storage
(such as a potato chip bag) to keep food
sealed airtight.
The V2830 model flips upright for convenient,
space-saving storage. See Tips section for detailed
flip-up directions.
Getting Started
Registering your appliance is quick and easy at www.foodsaver.com. If you register on our website, you will have the
How to Make a Bag from a FoodSaver
Advanced
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Place Bag Material on Sealing Strip
1. Open appliance lid and place roll into Roll
Storage Compartment
Lift up Bag Cutter Bar
2.
Pull bag material to the outer edge of the
3.
Sealing Strip
(L)
Close and lock the lid using the Latch
4.
Press Seal Button
5.
6. When Progress Lights
complete. Unlock Latch and lift lid.
How to Vacuum Package with FoodSaver
Place Bag in Vacuum Channel
Place item(s) in bag, allowing at least 3 inches of
1.
Instant Seal Button
space between bag contents and top of bag.
Open appliance lid and place open end of bag
2.
into Vacuum Channel
Close lid and use Latch
3.
4. Press appropriate Food Setting Button
Choose Moist for juicy foods or Dry for foods
without liquid. Appliance will default to Dry
Roll.
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setting after each use.
Press appropriate Speed Setting Button
5.
Choose Normal for average-sized bags, canisters
and all accessories; or High for larger-sized bags
opportunity to receive special bag and accessory introductory offers. Refer to the registration card in the box.
Roll
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3 4
Close and Latch Lid Press Seal Button
7. You now have one sealed end and need to cut
. the bag to the length you need. Pull out enough
(G)
. bag material to hold item to be vacuum packed,
(H)
plus 3 inches.
and lower the Cutter Bar. Gently press and slide Bag Cutter across the
8.
. length of the roll.
(E)
.
(T)
Now you are ready to vacuum package with your
(S) turn off, sealing is
new bag (see below).
Bags
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2 3
Close and Latch Lid Press Vacuum & Seal Button
and canisters. Appliance will default to Normal
speed after each use.
Press Vacuum & Seal Button
6. (M)
. automatic vacuum and sealing process.
(J)
to lock. When Progress Lights turn off, unlock Latch,
(E) 7. (S)
(N) — lift lid and remove bag. Refrigerate or freeze if
needed. (See FoodSaver Reference Guide for food
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safety tips.)
Note: Let appliance cool down for 20 seconds after
—
(P)
each use. Always store the appliance with the Latch
halfway to secure for storage.
FoodSaver Accessories
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Accessories include FoodSaver
How to Prepare FoodSaver
Always leave at least one inch of space between
1.
contents and rim.
Wipe rim of canister, container or bottle to
2.
ensure it is clean and dry.
Place lid on canister or container, or place
3.
stopper in bottle.
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How to Vacuum Package with FoodSaver
Prepare container according to FoodSaver
1.
Accessory Guidelines above.
With lid closed, insert one end of Accessory
2.
Hose into Port on appliance. Insert
(A) (O)
other end into port on accessory.Twist black
tab while inserting to ensure a tight fit.
Insert Accessory Hose into Port
6
How to Open FoodSaver
FoodSaver Vacuum Packaging Canisters
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to begin
(without large knob on lid)
To release vacuum and open, push gray rubber
button on lid.
Quick Marinators (with large knob on lid)
and Universal Lids
To release vacuum and open, turn knob on lid
to Open.
Vacuum Packaging Canisters, Universal Lids, Jar Sealers and Bottle Stoppers.
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Accessories for Vacuum Packaging
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For accessories with a large knob on lid,
4.
turn knob to Vacuum.Vacuum package using
instructions below. When vacuum process is
complete, turn knob to Closed before removing
Accessory Hose (A) .
For accessories without a large knob on lid,
5.
vacuum package using instructions below.
Accessories
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Lock the Latch on side of appliance
3. (E)
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before vacuuming.
If vacuum packaging in a large canister, push
4.
High Speed Setting Button.
(P)
Push the Canister Vacuum Button . Motor will
5. (Q)
run until vacuum process is complete.
When motor turns off, gently twist and remove
6.
Accessory Hose from accessory and appliance.
Unlock Latch.
To test vacuum, simply tug on accessory lid.
7.
It should not move.
For important tips on using accessories with
Note:
different foods, please refer to the FoodSaver
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Reference Guide.
Accessories after Vacuum Packaging
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FoodSaver Jar Sealer with Mason Jars
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For use with Ball ® and Kerr brand Mason jars.
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To release vacuum and open, wedge spoon between
Mason jar lid and highest part of threaded rim.Twist
spoon gently to release vacuum.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT use screw bands when
vacuum packaging jars.
FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers
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To release vacuum and open, simply pull up on
Bottle Stopper.