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You are about to enjoy the freshness benefits of FoodSaver
Handheld Vacuum System. 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
FreshSaver
Handheld Vacuum System is designed to remove air from specially
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designed FoodSaver
®
vacuum zipper bags and containers. The FreshSaver
Handheld Vacuum System is compact and convenient for everyday use.
Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging
Vacuum Packaging &
To preserve foods safely, it is critical
Food Safety
that you maintain low temperatures.
It is important to note that vacuum
The vacuum packaging process extends
packaging is NOT a substitute for
the life of foods by removing most of
canning and it cannot reverse the
the air from sealed zipper bags and
deterioration of foods. It can only slow
containers, thereby reducing oxidation,
down the changes in quality. It is difficult
which affects nutritional value, flavor
to predict how long foods will retain
and overall quality. Removing air can
their top-quality flavor, appearance or
also inhibit growth of microorganisms,
texture because it depends on age
which can cause problems under
and condition of the food on the day
certain conditions:
it was vacuumed packaged.
Mold – Easily identified by its fuzzy
Food Safety Warning
characteristic. Mold cannot grow in a low
oxygen environment, therefore vacuum
Use fresh, perishable foods soon after
packaging can slow the growth of mold.
purchase. Even under proper storage
Yeast – Results in fermentation,
conditions, foods lose freshness and
which can be identified by smell and
nutritive value if they are stored too long.
taste. Yeast needs water, sugar and a
Food Preparation Tips
moderate temperature to grow. It can also
survive with or without air. Slowing the
Hard Cheeses:
growth of yeast requires refrigeration,
To keep cheese fresh, vacuum package
while freezing stops it completely.
it after each use.
Bacteria – Results in an unpleasant
IMPORTANT: Soft cheeses should
odor, discoloration and/or soft or slimy
never be vacuum packaged.
texture. Under the right conditions,
Baked Goods:
Clostridium botulinum (the organism that
To vacuum package soft or airy
causes Botulism) can grow without air
baked goods, we recommend using
and sometimes cannot be detected by
a FoodSaver
smell or taste. Although it is extremely
will hold their shape.
rare, it can be very dangerous.
Instructions
Charging Your Handheld Vacuum Appliance: Before using the appliance for the first
FreshSaver
®
®
time please charge it for at least 24 hours. Failure to do so will reduce the product's battery life.
Charge Indicator Light remains illuminated when appliance is plugged in. After initial charge,
use product until battery is low. Then, plug in for 20 hours to recharge.
IMPORTANT:
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Step 1
Fill and Seal Bag
Place food in FoodSaver
Vacuum Zipper Bag. Lay
Zipper Bag flat with green
circle facing upwards press
zipper firmly to start seal. Slide fingers
across zipper to close bag.
Step 1
Fill and Close
With FoodSaver
Container on flat surface
– Place food in
Container. Set lid on top
and apply pressure with both hands to
snap into place to prepare for vacuum
sealing.
Step 2
Attach FoodSaver
Container Adapter to
bottom of Vacuum
Nozzle by pushing
into bottom as shown.
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Container so they
*Bags not intended for liquids.
Should liquid be collected in the reservoir,
stop vacuuming once liquid fills to the Max fill line.
Sealing FoodSaver
Vacuum Zipper Bag
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Step 2
Remove Air from Bag
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Press FreshSaver
Sealer over green circle on
bag and GENTLY press
"Start" button.
Step 3
Refrigerate
Place bag with food into
refrigerator or pantry.
Sealing FoodSaver
Deli Containers
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Step 3
Evacuate Air
With the FoodSaver
®
Deli
Adapter attached, place the
Vacuum Nozzle tip
FreshSaver
®
over gray valve on container lid.
Press "Start" Button on unit and
evacuate for 10 seconds.
The Container is now ready to be
stored.
Look for the "Dimple of Freshness"
– it tells you that air has been
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removed from the container.
Step 4
Release Vacuum
To release the vacuum in the
Container, simply release the
Vacuum Valve/Air Release Flap
by gently lifting the tab.
Care, Cleaning & Troubleshooting
Container Adapter Storage
1. Conveniently store
Container Adapter on
bottom of Charging
Base as shown.
**ONLY AVAILABLE
IN SELECT MODELS
Care & Cleaning
1. Always unplug appliance before
cleaning.
Vacuum
2. Do not immerse appliance in water.
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3. Avoid using abrasive products or
materials to clean any appliance
components. These cleaners can
scratch the surface and damage
the black foam rubber pads.
4. Use a mild dish washing soap and a
warm, damp cloth to wipe away food
residue inside or around components.
5. Empty Reservoir after each use.
Wash in warm soapy water. Air dry
before replacing.
IMPORTANT:
To remove Reservoir
from Vacuum Nozzle:
™
Container
while holding Vacuum
Nozzle with one hand
pull clear Reservoir
away from Nozzle.
FoodSaver
Containers
®
1. The Container Base can be safely
washed in the top rack of the
dishwasher. You can also wash both
pieces in warm, soapy water; rinse
well and dry thoroughly.
2. Do Not attempt to remove gray rubber
sucker.
3. FoodSaver
Container bases are top
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rack dishwasher safe.
4. FoodSaver
Containers are
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microwave safe.
Troubleshooting
Vacuum sealer does not start when
ON Button is pressed:
1. Ensure vacuum sealer is charged.
Vacuum Sealer starts but bag does
not tighten around food:
1. Ensure zipper is firmly closed.
Slide fingers across entire zipper.
2. Air valve is not on flat surface. Reposition
bag so the Air Valve lies flat on counter
with no food under Air Valve.
3. Do not overfill bag.
4. Do not use excessive force when opening
the bag. This could damage the zipper.
Vacuum Nozzle and Air Valve
are not making secure contact:
1. Ensure Vacuum Nozzle is centered over
the green circle and placed flat on Air
Valve. GENTLY PRESS – pressing too
hard will result in a failure to remove air
from the bag.
Air was removed from the bag,
but now air has re-entered:
1. Examine zipper and valve of bag.
Food debris in zipper or valve may cause
leakage and allow air to enter.
2. Sometimes moisture or food material along
seal edges of the zipper or beneath the
valve prevents bag from sealing properly.
Wipe the inside of bag around zipper and
beneath value and attempt to reseal.
3. If you are vacuum packaging sharp food
items, bag may have been punctured. Use
a new bag if there is a hole. Cover sharp
food items with a soft cushioning material,
such as a paper towel, and reseal.
The FoodSaver
®
Container
will not vacuum:
1. Make sure rubber gasket on inside of lid is
free from food materials.
2. Examine rim of container for cracks or
scratches. Any gaps can prevent containers
from vacuuming properly. If You Need
Assistance: 1-877-777-8042 (U.S.)
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