Important Safeguards & Tips - FoodSaver V3460 FSFSSL3460-033 Reference Manual

Important Safeguards & Tips
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
For your own safety, always follow these
basic precautions when using a FoodSaver
appliance:
Read the QuickStart Guide carefully for
1.
operating instructions. Read all instructions in this
manual before use.
Do not use appliance on wet or hot surfaces, or
2.
near a heat source.
To protect against electric shock, do not immerse
3.
any part of appliance, power cord or plug in water
or other liquid.
To disconnect, unplug power cord from electrical
4.
outlet. Do not disconnect by pulling on cord.
Do not operate appliance with a damaged power
5.
cord or plug. Do not operate appliance if it
malfunctions or is in any way damaged. For
details, contact Consumer Services at number
listed at bottom of page.
Use appliance only for its intended use.
6.
Closely supervise children when using any
7.
electrical appliance. Do not allow appliance to
be used as a toy.
120v Appliances Only: The FoodSaver
8.
has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). To reduce risk of electrical shock, this plug
is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one
way. If plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not modify plug in any way.
A short power cord is provided to
9. Caution:
reduce risks from entanglement or tripping over
a longer cord. 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.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric
10.
burner, or heated oven.
Wait 20 seconds between seals to allow
11.
appliance to cool.
For Household Use Only
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Important Tips
Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for the
1.
heat process of canning. Perishables still need to
be refrigerated or frozen.
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For best results, use FoodSaver
2.
and Accessories.
During the vacuum packaging process, small
3.
amounts of liquids, crumbs or food particles
can be inadvertently pulled into the Vacuum
Channel, clogging the pump and damaging your
appliance. To prevent this, follow these tips:
a.
b.
c.
d.
appliance
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To avoid overfilling, always leave at least 3 inches of
4.
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.
Do not create your own side seams for a
5.
FoodSaver
a special side seam, which is sealed all the way to
the outer edge.
To prevent wrinkles in the seal when vacuum
6.
packag ing bulky items, gently stretch bag flat
along Sealing Strip before you close lid.
If you are unsure your bag was sealed properly,
7.
simply reseal bag about
When you are vacuum packaging items with
8.
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.
When using accessories, remember to leave one
9.
inch of space at top of canister or container.
Pre-freeze fruits and blanch vegetables before
10.
vacuum packaging for best results. See pages 3-4
for more information.
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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.
For soups, sauces and liquids: Freeze first and
avoid overfilling bags. Or, use a canister and
then place in refrigerator.
For powdery or fine-grained foods: Avoid
over filling bags or use a canister. You can also
place a coffee filter or paper towel on top of
the food before vacuum packaging.
If your appliance features a Drip Tray, empty
it after each use.
Bag. These bags are manufactured with
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1-800-777-5452 (U.S.) 1-877-804-5383 (Canada)
Bags, Canisters
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inch above first seal.