FoodSaver VS5900 Series User manual

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Contents
Important Safety Instructions................................... 2
Product Features ...................................................... 5
“How To” .................................................................... 7
Install a FoodSaver®Roll
Make a Bag from a FoodSaver®Roll (Express Bag Making)
Vacuum Seal a FoodSaver®Bag
Use FoodSaver®Preserve & Marinate Containers
Vacuum Seal with FoodSaver®Accessories
Care & Cleaning .....................................................14
Guidelines ................................................................15
Vacuum Sealing and Food Safety
Food Preparation and Reheating Tips
Sealing Non-Food Items
Troubleshooting .......................................................21
Replacement Parts................................................. 23
Warranty.................................................................. 24
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For your own safety, always follow these basic precautions when using a
FoodSaver®appliance:
1. Read the Owner’s Manual carefully for operating instructions. Read all
instructions in this manual before use.
2. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions are required to
always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug
immediately from receptacle.
2. Do not use while bathing or in a shower.
3. Do not place or store appliance where it is able to fall or be pulled into a
tub or sink. Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
4. Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after
using.
5. Unplug this appliance before cleaning.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock:
1. Do not use appliance on wet surfaces or outdoors.
2. 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.
3. To disconnect, unplug power cord from electrical outlet. Do not
disconnect by pulling on cord.
4. 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.
1. Use appliance only for its intended use.
2. Closely supervise children when using any electrical appliance. Do not
allow appliance to be used as a toy.
3. For adult use only.
4. Caution: A short power cord is provided to 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.
5. No cords should drape over counter or tabletop, where cords can be
tripped over or pulled on unintentionally, especially by children.
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6. 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.
7. Lid closes down automatically with force. Do not obstruct the lid from
closing. Do not manually force the lid to close.
8. Do not put fingers or any foreign objects inside of Vacuum View
Window while vacuum sealing.
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, 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 (7.62 cm) 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 (2.54 cm) 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 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
FoodSaver®Container or Mason jar instead of a FoodSaver®Bag.
8. When using accessories, remember to leave one inch (2.54 cm) of
space at top.
9. Pre-freeze fruits and blanch vegetables before vacuum sealing for best
results. (See “Guidelines” for food storage safety, pg 15-20.)
10.Wait 20 seconds between seals to allow appliance to cool.
11. Never store lid in Operate position as gaskets may become compressed.
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POWER CORD INSTRUCTIONS:
A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is provided
to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords
are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a long
detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
a. The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or
extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the
appliance;
b. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a
grounding type 3-wire cord; and
c. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the
counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped
over unintentionally.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). As a safety feature to reduce the risk
of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit
fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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FEATURES
Product Features
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AControl Buttons and Indicator Lights
Indicate current setting and vacuum progress for added control or to call attention to an action.
BBag Cutter
Built-In to simplify making custom-sized bags from rolls.
CVacuum View Window
Provides visibility to vacuum channel, drip tray and sealing strip.
DVacuum Channel / Auto Bag Sensing
Simply insert open end of bag into the Vacuum Channel and the appliance will detect bag and
close the appliance lid.
EBuilt-In Retractable Handheld Sealer
For use with FoodSaver®Zipper Bags, Preserve & Marinate Containers, Bottle Stoppers, and
other accessories.
FUpper Gasket
Non-Removable.
GRemovable Drip Tray
Catches overflow liquids and is dishwasher-safe.
HLower Gasket
Non-Removable.
ISealing Strip
Creates extra secure, air-tight seal.
JAppliance Lid
Opens to access drip tray and to pull roll through appliance to make bags. Must be closed and
locked to Vacuum, Seal, or use Handheld.
KBuilt-in Roll Storage and Door
For storage of FoodSaver®Vacuum Sealing Rolls (Fits all widths and lengths).
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FEATURES
1Power Button
Press to turn appliance on and off. Once on and ready, the Power Button light will illuminate.
NOTE: The appliance will automatically power off after 12 minutes of inactivity.
2Mode Button
Press to select custom setting before beginning vacuum sealing process. Indicator light will
illuminate next to the custom setting that is pressed/desired.
2a. Dry - For optimal vacuuming and sealing of dry foods (default setting).
2b. Moist - For optimal vacuuming and sealing of moist or juicy foods.
2c. Liquid – For optimal vacuuming and sealing of liquid foods like soups, sauces, & salsas.
IMPORTANT: Make sure not to overfill bag with liquid. For quart bags recommend filling with max of
1 quart and for gallon bags ½ gallon of liquid. Liquids must have a viscosity of 1.39 mPa·s or higher
2d. Sous Vide – For optimal vacuuming and sealing of bags to use in Sous Vide cooking.
3Pulse Button
Press and hold to manually control the vacuum function. Press Seal Button when ready to seal bag.
NOTE: The appliance will only vacuum while holding down the Pulse Button.
4Vacuum Button
After selecting desired mode, and inserting bag, machine will automatically close. Button Light will blink
indicating ready. Press to begin vacuum sealing process. Appliance lid will automatically begin vacuuming
and sealing, stopping once complete. Button light will pulse during vacuuming.
5Seal Button
After appliance lid is closed, button light will blink indicating it is ready. Button light will pulse
during sealing and turn solid, then turn off when complete.
This button has three uses:
1. Create a seal when making bags using a FoodSaver®Roll.
2. Immediately stop the vacuum process (after Vacuum Button has been pressed) and begin sealing
the bag.
3. Create a seal on other general bags (such as a potato chip and cereal bags) to keep food sealed airtight.
6Cancel Button
Immediately stops the current function and opens the appliance lid.
7Bag Detection Indicator Light
Indicator light will illuminate once bag is inserted and appliance detects bag.
Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer
8Handheld Accessory Mode Button
Press to select desired setting. Indicator light will illuminate next to the custom setting that is chosen.
8a. Vacuum - For use with FoodSaver®Zipper Bags, Preserve & Marinate Containers, Bottle Stoppers,
and other accessories using Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer. Appliance will stop automatically
once complete.
8b. Marinate - For use with FoodSaver®Preserve & Marinate Containers using Built-In retractable
Handheld Sealer. Vacuum pulse sequence takes about 12 minutes allowing for optimum flavor
infusion in less time. Appliance will vacuum and release three times. Appliance will stop
automatically once complete.
9Handheld Accessory Button
Once desired Handheld Accessory Mode is chosen Press for use with FoodSaver®accessories using
Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer. Button light will illuminate once pressed, appliance lid will
shut and vacuum sealing process will begin. Button light pulses during vacuum or marinate process,
and once complete light goes steady then goes off.
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The user-friendly, intuitive control panel makes it easy
for you to get the most out of your FoodSaver®System:
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FEATURES
1Power Button
Press to turn appliance on and off. Once on and ready, the Power Button light will illuminate.
NOTE: The appliance will automatically power off after 12 minutes of inactivity.
2Mode Button
Press to select custom setting before beginning vacuum sealing process. Indicator light will
illuminate next to the custom setting that is pressed/desired.
2a. Dry - For optimal vacuuming and sealing of dry foods (default setting).
2b. Moist - For optimal vacuuming and sealing of moist or juicy foods.
2c. Liquid – For optimal vacuuming and sealing of liquid foods like soups, sauces, & salsas.
IMPORTANT: Make sure not to overfill bag with liquid. For quart bags recommend filling with max of
1 quart and for gallon bags ½ gallon of liquid. Liquids must have a viscosity of 1.39 mPa·s or higher
2d. Sous Vide – For optimal vacuuming and sealing of bags to use in Sous Vide cooking.
3Pulse Button
Press and hold to manually control the vacuum function. Press Seal Button when ready to seal bag.
NOTE: The appliance will only vacuum while holding down the Pulse Button.
4Vacuum Button
After selecting desired mode, and inserting bag, machine will automatically close. Button Light will blink
indicating ready. Press to begin vacuum sealing process. Appliance lid will automatically begin vacuuming
and sealing, stopping once complete. Button light will pulse during vacuuming.
5Seal Button
After appliance lid is closed, button light will blink indicating it is ready. Button light will pulse
during sealing and turn solid, then turn off when complete.
This button has three uses:
1. Create a seal when making bags using a FoodSaver®Roll.
2. Immediately stop the vacuum process (after Vacuum Button has been pressed) and begin sealing
the bag.
3. Create a seal on other general bags (such as a potato chip and cereal bags) to keep food sealed airtight.
6Cancel Button
Immediately stops the current function and opens the appliance lid.
7Bag Detection Indicator Light
Indicator light will illuminate once bag is inserted and appliance detects bag.
Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer
8Handheld Accessory Mode Button
Press to select desired setting. Indicator light will illuminate next to the custom setting that is chosen.
8a. Vacuum - For use with FoodSaver®Zipper Bags, Preserve & Marinate Containers, Bottle Stoppers,
and other accessories using Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer. Appliance will stop automatically
once complete.
8b. Marinate - For use with FoodSaver®Preserve & Marinate Containers using Built-In retractable
Handheld Sealer. Vacuum pulse sequence takes about 12 minutes allowing for optimum flavor
infusion in less time. Appliance will vacuum and release three times. Appliance will stop
automatically once complete.
9Handheld Accessory Button
Once desired Handheld Accessory Mode is chosen Press for use with FoodSaver®accessories using
Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer. Button light will illuminate once pressed, appliance lid will
shut and vacuum sealing process will begin. Button light pulses during vacuum or marinate process,
and once complete light goes steady then goes off.
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for you to get the most out of your FoodSaver®System:
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HOW TO
1. Install a FoodSaver®Roll
1. Pull open the built-in roll storage door in the back
of the appliance.
2. Insert the roll into the back of the appliance as
pictured.
3. Open up appliance lid fully so that it stays in place.
4. Thread end of roll forward through the opening on
the back between lid and appliance. pull through
the appliance until the end of roll is at the front
edge.
5. See next section for how to make a bag from a
FoodSaver Roll.
How to...
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2. Make a Bag from a FoodSaver®Roll (Express Bag Making)
HOW TO
1. Press Power Button to turn appliance on. Power
button and default mode selection will illuminate.
2. Once Roll is installed and appliance lid is fully
opened, thread end of roll forward through the
opening on the back between lid and appliance.
3. Pull roll down just past the Sealing Strip.
4. Using two hands, pull down appliance lid (from the
all the way up position) and with both hands firmly
press down both sides of lid until appliance begins
to automatically close and lock.
5. Press Seal Button, sealing the end of the bag will
begin. Button light will pulse until complete and
then light will turn off.
6. Appliance lid will automatically open once seal is
complete.
7. Pull out now sealed end of roll to length of bag
desired.
8. Again, using both hands firmly press down both
sides of lid, until appliance begins to automatically
close and lock.
9. Before using cutter bar to cut this first bag, press
Seal Button to seal end of next bag.
10.While appliance is sealing the next bag, cut first
bag by sliding the built-in Cutter Bar.
TIP: After making this first bag from the roll, if the
above steps are followed, the seal should already be
made for the next bag. Each time you seal, you are
making the seal for the next bag while using cutter
bar to cut the current bag.
11.After finished making bag(s) from roll, open built-
in roll storage door in the back of appliance and
manually roll up the excess roll that may still be
inside the appliance, so that no roll or material is
left inside the appliance.
12.Close Built-in Roll Storage and Door.
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3. Vacuum Seal a FoodSaver®Bag
1. Press Power Button to turn appliance on. Power button and
default mode selection will illuminate.
2. With both hands, slowly insert the open end of filled bag
through the bottom of the Vacuum View Window into Drip
Tray.
NOTE: The appliance lid should Not be completely open
HINT: If having trouble getting bag inside appliance, wiggle it
from side to side while inserting.
IMPORTANT TIP: When inserting open end of filled bag, center
the bag in the middle of the appliance for best results. The
Vacuum View Window allows you to easily see where the end
of the bag is when inserting. Continue to insert and hold
bag until appliance automatically detects and lid closes and
locks.
3. The appliance will automatically detect bag insertion &
Appliance Lid will close and lock. Bag Detected indicator
light will blink then become steady to confirm the bag has
automatically been sensed. Vacuum and Seal Button Lights
will blink.
CAUTION: Lid closes down automatically. Remove hands or
any other objects that may be obstructing the lid before
closing. Do not manually force the lid to close.
4. Select desired Vacuum Mode (Dry, Moist, Liquid, or Sous
Vide) depending on the food that is being vacuum sealed by
pressing Mode Button. Indicator light will illuminate next to
selected mode.
5. Once desired mode is selected, press Vacuum Button to
begin vacuum sealing process. Vacuum Button light will
pulse until complete.
6. After vacuum is complete, Vacuum button light will go steady
and appliance will automatically begin sealing. Seal Button
light will pulse until complete.
7. Once vacuumed and sealed, vacuum and seal button lights
will go steady then turn off. Appliance lid will automatically
open and release the bag.
8. Refrigerate, freeze or store as needed. (See “Guidelines” for
food storage safety tips on pg 15.)
IMPORTANT TIP: At any time during vacuum sealing, the
Cancel Button can be pressed and the appliance lid will open
automatically. When Dry and Moist lights flash, the drip tray is
full. Please empty it. Vacuum and Seal function will function
normally after drip tray is emptied.
HOW TO
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3. Vacuum Seal a FoodSaver®Bag
1. Press Power Button to turn appliance on. Power button and
default mode selection will illuminate.
2. With both hands, slowly insert the open end of filled bag
through the bottom of the Vacuum View Window into Drip
Tray.
NOTE: The appliance lid should Not be completely open
HINT: If having trouble getting bag inside appliance, wiggle it
from side to side while inserting.
IMPORTANT TIP: When inserting open end of filled bag, center
the bag in the middle of the appliance for best results. The
Vacuum View Window allows you to easily see where the end
of the bag is when inserting. Continue to insert and hold
bag until appliance automatically detects and lid closes and
locks.
3. The appliance will automatically detect bag insertion &
Appliance Lid will close and lock. Bag Detected indicator
light will blink then become steady to confirm the bag has
automatically been sensed. Vacuum and Seal Button Lights
will blink.
CAUTION: Lid closes down automatically. Remove hands or
any other objects that may be obstructing the lid before
closing. Do not manually force the lid to close.
4. Select desired Vacuum Mode (Dry, Moist, Liquid, or Sous
Vide) depending on the food that is being vacuum sealed by
pressing Mode Button. Indicator light will illuminate next to
selected mode.
5. Once desired mode is selected, press Vacuum Button to
begin vacuum sealing process. Vacuum Button light will
pulse until complete.
6. After vacuum is complete, Vacuum button light will go steady
and appliance will automatically begin sealing. Seal Button
light will pulse until complete.
7. Once vacuumed and sealed, vacuum and seal button lights
will go steady then turn off. Appliance lid will automatically
open and release the bag.
8. Refrigerate, freeze or store as needed. (See “Guidelines” for
food storage safety tips on pg 15.)
IMPORTANT TIP: At any time during vacuum sealing, the
Cancel Button can be pressed and the appliance lid will open
automatically. When Dry and Moist lights flash, the drip tray is
full. Please empty it. Vacuum and Seal function will function
normally after drip tray is emptied.
HOW TO
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OPEN END
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3. Vacuum Seal a FoodSaver®Bag
1. Press Power Button to turn appliance on. Power button and
default mode selection will illuminate.
2. With both hands, slowly insert the open end of filled bag
through the bottom of the Vacuum View Window into Drip
Tray.
NOTE: The appliance lid should Not be completely open
HINT: If having trouble getting bag inside appliance, wiggle it
from side to side while inserting.
IMPORTANT TIP: When inserting open end of filled bag, center
the bag in the middle of the appliance for best results. The
Vacuum View Window allows you to easily see where the end
of the bag is when inserting. Continue to insert and hold
bag until appliance automatically detects and lid closes and
locks.
3. The appliance will automatically detect bag insertion &
Appliance Lid will close and lock. Bag Detected indicator
light will blink then become steady to confirm the bag has
automatically been sensed. Vacuum and Seal Button Lights
will blink.
CAUTION: Lid closes down automatically. Remove hands or
any other objects that may be obstructing the lid before
closing. Do not manually force the lid to close.
4. Select desired Vacuum Mode (Dry, Moist, Liquid, or Sous
Vide) depending on the food that is being vacuum sealed by
pressing Mode Button. Indicator light will illuminate next to
selected mode.
5. Once desired mode is selected, press Vacuum Button to
begin vacuum sealing process. Vacuum Button light will
pulse until complete.
6. After vacuum is complete, Vacuum button light will go steady
and appliance will automatically begin sealing. Seal Button
light will pulse until complete.
7. Once vacuumed and sealed, vacuum and seal button lights
will go steady then turn off. Appliance lid will automatically
open and release the bag.
8. Refrigerate, freeze or store as needed. (See “Guidelines” for
food storage safety tips on pg 15.)
IMPORTANT TIP: At any time during vacuum sealing, the
Cancel Button can be pressed and the appliance lid will open
automatically. When Dry and Moist lights flash, the drip tray is
full. Please empty it. Vacuum and Seal function will function
normally after drip tray is emptied.
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automatically. When all lights ash, the drip tray is full. Please
empty it. Vacuum and Seal function will function normally after
drip tray is emptied.
When using liquid mode, if vacuum sealing
thicker sauces, soups, or creams (i.e. cream of mushroom)
keep inside walls of bag above liquid clear from food debris or
drips as much as possible.
IMPORTANT TIP:

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HOW TO
4. Use FoodSaver®Preserve & Marinate Containers
a. To Vacuum Seal
i. Prepare Container according to Guidelines, included
with container purchase (turn valve on container to
vacuum).
ii. Press Power Button to turn appliance on. Power button
and default mode selection will illuminate.
iii. Pull out the Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer to
desired length. CAUTION: When pulling hose Do Not
extend beyond red line marked on hose.
iv. Place end of Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer over
container valve.
v. On right side of appliance press Mode Button for Built-
In Retractable Handheld Accessory once. Vacuum
Mode is the default. Vacuum Mode indicator light will
illuminate and Handheld button will blink.
vi. Press Handheld Button to begin vacuum. Appliance lid
will automatically close. Hold Handheld sealer in place
on container. Handheld Button light will pulse until
complete.
vii. Appliance will automatically stop vacuuming once all air
has been removed from container and Appliance Lid will
automatically open.
viii. To put Handheld sealer back in appliance, gently pull
out & it will automatically retract.
IMPORTANT TIP: At any time during vacuum sealing, the
Cancel Button can be pressed and the appliance lid will open
automatically.
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HOW TO
4. Use FoodSaver®Preserve & Marinate Containers
a. To Vacuum Seal
i. Prepare Container according to Guidelines, included
with container purchase (turn valve on container to
vacuum).
ii. Press Power Button to turn appliance on. Power button
and default mode selection will illuminate.
iii. Pull out the Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer to
desired length. CAUTION: When pulling hose Do Not
extend beyond red line marked on hose.
iv. Place end of Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer over
container valve.
v. On right side of appliance press Mode Button for Built-
In Retractable Handheld Accessory once. Vacuum
Mode is the default. Vacuum Mode indicator light will
illuminate and Handheld button will blink.
vi. Press Handheld Button to begin vacuum. Appliance lid
will automatically close. Hold Handheld sealer in place
on container. Handheld Button light will pulse until
complete.
vii. Appliance will automatically stop vacuuming once all air
has been removed from container and Appliance Lid will
automatically open.
viii. To put Handheld sealer back in appliance, gently pull
out & it will automatically retract.
IMPORTANT TIP: At any time during vacuum sealing, the
Cancel Button can be pressed and the appliance lid will open
automatically.
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4. Use FoodSaver®Preserve & Marinate Containers Continued
b. To Marinate
i. Prepare FoodSaver®Preserve & Marinate Container
according to Guidelines, included with container purchase
(turn valve on container to marinate).
ii. Press Power Button to turn appliance on. Power button
and default mode selection will illuminate.
iii. Pull out the Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer to
desired length. CAUTION: When pulling hose Do Not
extend beyond red line marked on hose.
iv. Remove clear bottom portion of Retractable Handheld
Sealer from top handle by pulling apart with two hands.
Insert the tip of the top half into container valve.
v. On right side of appliance press Mode Button for Built-In
Retractable Handheld Accessory two times for Marinate
Mode. Marinate Mode indicator light will illuminate solid
and Handheld button will blink.
vi. Press Handheld Button to begin. Appliance lid will
automatically close and begin marinating process.
Appliance lid will automatically open during process and
then close and lock again. Handheld Button light will
pulse until complete.
vii.Reconnect the bottom of Handheld Sealer and to put
Handheld sealer back in appliance, gently pull out & it
will automatically retract.
IMPORTANT TIP: Appliance will run for about 12 minutes. The
appliance will vacuum, then stop vacuuming & appliance lid will
open, then close again and begin vacuuming a total of 3 times.
Do not interrupt this process, even if you think that appliance
has canceled.
IMPORTANT TIP: At any time during vacuum sealing, the
Cancel Button can be pressed and the appliance lid will open
automatically.
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During marinating, ensure the handheld
accessory hose stays clear of lid (When appliance lid opens and
closes during marinating do not let hose get caught in between
lid and appliance).
IMPORTANT TIP:

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5. Vacuum Seal with FoodSaver®Accessories
a. For Zipper Bags
i. Prepare zipper bags according to FoodSaver®Accessory
Guidelines, included with accessory purchases (Ensure
bag is thoroughly zipped shut).
IMPORTANT TIP: Make sure no food is under the valve
and press zipper closed while bag is lying down on a
flat surface.
ii. Press Power Button to turn appliance on. Power button
and default mode selection will illuminate.
iii. Pull out the Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer to
desired length. CAUTION: When pulling hose Do Not
extend beyond red line marked on hose.
iv. Place end of Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer over
zipper bag valve.
v. On right side of appliance press Mode Button for Built-
In Retractable Handheld Accessory once. Vacuum
Mode is the default. Vacuum Mode indicator light will
illuminate solid and Handheld button will blink.
vi. Press Handheld Button to begin vacuum. Appliance
lid will automatically close. Hold Handheld sealer in
place on bag. Handheld Button light will pulse until
complete.
vii. Appliance will automatically stop vacuuming once
all air has been removed from zipper bag and lid will
automatically open.
viii. To put Handheld sealer back in appliance, gently pull
out & it will automatically retract.
IMPORTANT TIP: At any time during vacuum sealing, the
Cancel Button can be pressed and the appliance lid will open
automatically.
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b. For Jar Sealers & Bottle Stoppers
i. Prepare accessory according to FoodSaver®Accessory
Guidelines, included with accessory purchases.
ii. Press Power Button to turn appliance on. Power button
and default mode selection will illuminate.
iii. Pull out the Built-In Retractable Handheld Sealer to
desired length. CAUTION: When pulling hose Do Not
extend beyond red line marked on hose.
iv. Remove clear bottom portion of Retractable Handheld
Sealer from top handle. Insert the tip of top into the
port on the Jar Sealer or Bottle Stopper.
v. Repeat steps aV-aViii above.
NOTE: FoodSaver®Jar Sealers are for use with Ball®and Kerr®
brand Mason jars only. This is not a replacement for traditional
canning methods and if food is perishable will need to be
refrigerated.
IMPORTANT TIP: Do not include screw bands when vacuum
sealing jars. To open, wedge spoon between Mason jar lid and
highest part of threaded rim. Twist spoon gently to release
vacuum. FoodSaver®Bottle Stoppers: To release vacuum and
open, twist and pull up on Bottle Stopper.
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5. Vacuum Seal with FoodSaver®Accessories Continued
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CARE & CLEANING
Of your Vacuum Sealer
Care & Cleaning
To Clean Appliance:
Remove Power Cord from electrical outlet. Do not immerse in liquid.
Check Gaskets and around Drip Tray to make sure they are free from
food materials. Wipe off Upper and Lower Gasket with warm soapy
cloth if needed. Also wipe off underneath the two black tabs on the
underside of Appliance Lid (automatic bag detection sensors).
The Removable Drip Tray makes cleanup easy when small amounts of
liquids are pulled into the Vacuum Channel during vacuum process.
Empty Drip Tray after each use. To remove, push in the tabs on each
side of the drip tray and lift up and out. Wash in warm soapy water
or place on top rack of dishwasher. Check for food residues in Drip
Tray Slot. Clean if needed. Dry thoroughly before reinserting into
appliance.
To Clean Retractable Handheld Sealer Reservoir:
Empty Reservoir after each use. Wash in warm soapy water. Air dry
before replacing. To remove Reservoir from Handheld sealer, holding
top portion firmly, pull lower reservoir down and off.
NOTE: Always clean after each use when fluid is visible.
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Vacuum Sealing and Food Safety
Guidelines
The vacuum sealing process extends the life of foods by removing most of the air from the sealed container,
thereby reducing oxidation, which affects nutritional value, flavor and overall quality. Removing air can also
inhibit growth of microorganisms, which can cause problems under certain conditions:
Mold – Easily identified by its fuzzy characteristic. Mold cannot grow in a low oxygen environment; therefore
vacuum sealing can slow the growth of mold.
Yeast – Results in fermentation, which can be identified by smell and taste. Yeast needs water, sugar and a
moderate temperature to grow. It can also survive with or without air. Slowing the growth of yeast requires
refrigeration, while freezing stops it completely.
Bacteria – Results in an unpleasant odor, discoloration and/or soft or slimy texture. Under the right
conditions, anaerobic bacteria such as Clostridium Botulinum (the organism that causes Botulism) can grow
without air and sometimes cannot be detected by smell or taste. Although it is extremely rare, it can be very
dangerous.
To preserve foods safely, it is critical that you maintain low temperatures. You can significantly reduce the
growth of microorganisms at temperatures of 40°F (4°C) or below. Freezing at 0°F (-17°C) does not kill
microorganisms, but stops them from growing. For long-term storage, always freeze perishable foods that
have been vacuum sealed, and keep refrigerated after thawing.
It is important to note that vacuum sealing is NOT a substitute for canning and it cannot reverse the
deterioration of foods. It can only slow down the changes in quality. It is difficult to predict how long foods
will retain their top-quality flavor, appearance or texture because it depends on age and condition of the food
on the day it was vacuum sealed.
IMPORTANT:
Vacuum sealing is NOT a substitute for refrigeration or freezing.
Any perishable foods that require refrigeration must still be refrigerated or frozen after vacuum sealing.
GUIDELINES
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Food Preparation & Reheating Tips
Thawing and Reheating
Vacuum-Sealed Foods
Always thaw foods in either refrigerator or microwave — do not thaw perishable foods at room
temperature.
To reheat foods in a microwave in a FoodSaver
®Bag, always cut corner of the bag before placing
it on a microwave-safe dish. However, to avoid hot spots, do not reheat bone-in meat or greasy
foods in microwave within a FoodSaver
®Bag. You can also reheat foods in FoodSaver ®Bags by
placing them in water at a low simmer below 170°F (75°C).
Preparation Guidelines
for Meat and Fish:
For best results, pre-freeze meat and fish for 1-2 hours before vacuum sealing in a FoodSaver
®
Bag. This helps retain the juice and shape, and guarantees a better seal.
If it’s not possible to pre-freeze, place a folded paper towel between meat or fish and top of
bag, but below seal area. Leave paper towel in bag to absorb excess moisture and juices during
vacuum sealing process.
NOTE: Beef may appear darker after vacuum sealing due to the removal of oxygen. This is not an
indication of spoilage.
Preparation Guidelines for Hard Cheeses:
To keep cheese fresh, vacuum seal it after each use. Make your FoodSaver
®Bag extra long,
allowing one inch (2.54 cm) of bag material for each time you plan to open and reseal in
addition to the three inches (7.62 cm) of extra space you normally leave between contents and
seal edge. Simply cut sealed edge and remove cheese. When you’re ready to reseal the cheese,
just drop it in bag and reseal.
IMPORTANT:
Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria, soft cheeses should never be vacuum sealed.
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Food Preparation & Reheating Tips
IMPORTANT:
Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria, fresh mushrooms, onions and garlic should never be
vacuum sealed.
Preparation Guidelines
for Vegetables:
Vegetables need to be blanched before vacuum sealing. This process stops the enzyme action
that could lead to loss of flavor, color and texture.
To blanch vegetables, place them in boiling water or in the microwave until they are cooked, but
still crisp. Blanching times range from 1 to 2 minutes for leafy greens and peas; 3 to 4 minutes
for snap peas, sliced zucchini or broccoli; 5 minutes for carrots; and 7 to 11 minutes for corn
on the cob. After blanching, immerse vegetables in cold water to stop the cooking process.
Finally, dry vegetables on a towel before vacuum sealing.
NOTE: All vegetables (including broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, turnips)
naturally emit gases during storage. Therefore, after blanching, they must be stored in freezer
only.
When freezing vegetables, it is best to pre-freeze them for 1-2 hours or until solidly frozen.
To freeze vegetables in individual servings, first place on a baking sheet and spread them out
so they are not touching. This prevents them from freezing together in a block. Once they are
frozen, remove from baking sheet and vacuum seal vegetables in a FoodSaver
®Bag. After they
have been vacuum sealed, return them to the freezer.
Preparation Guidelines
for Leafy Vegetables:
For best results, use a FoodSaver
®Container to store leafy vegetables. First wash the vegetables,
and then dry with a towel or salad spinner. After they are dried, put them in a container and
vacuum seal as normal. Store in refrigerator.
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IMPORTANT:
When vacuum sealing apples, they must be sliced, and put a small bit of lemon juice on
the slices to prevent them from browning.
Because of their natural ripening, bananas may actually decay faster under a vacuum seal.
Food Preparation & Reheating Tips
Preparation Guidelines for Fruits:
When freezing soft fruits or berries, it is best to pre-freeze them for 1-2 hours or until solidly
frozen. To freeze fruit in individual servings, first place on a baking sheet and spread them out
so they are not touching. This prevents them from freezing together in a block. Once they are
frozen, remove from baking sheet and vacuum seal fruit in a FoodSaver
®Bag. After they have
been vacuum sealed, return them to the freezer.
You can vacuum seal portions for baking or in your favorite combinations for easy fruit salad all
year round. If storing in the refrigerator, we recommend using a FoodSaver
®Container.
Preparation Guidelines
for Baked Goods:
To vacuum seal soft or airy baked goods, we recommend using a FoodSaver
®Container so they
will hold their shape. If using a bag, pre-freeze for 1-2 hours or until solidly frozen. To save time,
make cookie dough, pie shells, whole pies, or mix dry ingredients in advance and vacuum seal
for later use.
Preparation Guidelines for
Coffee and Powdery Foods:
To prevent food particles from being drawn into Vacuum Pump, place a coffee filter or paper
towel at top of bag or container before vacuum sealing. You can also place the food in its
original bag inside a FoodSaver
®Bag to vacuum seal.
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Food Preparation & Reheating Tips
Preparation Guidelines for Make-ahead
Meals and Leftovers:
Efficiently store your make-ahead meals and leftovers in the stackable, lightweight
FoodSaver
®Containers. These convenient FoodSaver ®Containers are nestable, crack and shatter
resistant, dishwasher safe, and bases are microwave safe for reheating only.
Preparation Guidelines
for Snack Foods:
Your snack foods will maintain their freshness longer when you vacuum seal them. For best
results, use a FoodSaver
®Container for crushable items like crackers.
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