FoodSaver VS1199 Series User manual

GCDS-FSV420745-LD P.N. 197996 Rev A
VS1199 Series_19EM2 (UK)
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Reference Guide
Keeps food Fresh
Longer*
*Compared to other non-vacuum storage methods.
Handheld Vacuum Sealer
JCS (Europe) Ltd
SK8 3GQ, UK
e-mail: [email protected]
Tel: [phone]
For Customer Service details, please see the website.
www.foodsaver.co.uk
© 2019 Jarden Consumer Solutions (Europe) Limited.
All rights reserved. Imported and distributed by JCS (Europe) Ltd
SK8 3GQ, UK
Jarden Consumer Solutions (Europe) Limited is a subsidiary of Newell Brands
Inc. (NASDAQ: NWL).
The product supplied may differ slightly from the one illustrated due to
continuing product development.
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clean reservoir empty and
wash in warm soapy water.
Air dry before replacing (see
Cleaning Section).
3. This appliance can be used
by children aged 8 years
and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and
knowledge if they have
been given supervision or
instruction concerning use
of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the
hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not
be made by children without
supervision.
4. Unplug from outlet before
putting on or taking off parts
and before cleaning. To
disconnect, unplug power
cord from outlet. Do not
disconnect by pulling on cord.
5. If the supply cord is
damaged, it must be
replaced by a special cord
Do not use with
any accessory not
recommended by the
appliance manufacturer
as this may result in
fire, electric shock or
injury to persons.
When using electrical
appliances, basic safety
precautions should
always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and/
or injury to persons
including the following:
1. Read all instructions before
using this product.
2. To protect against electric
shock, do not place or
immerse cord, plugs,
or charging dock and
Handheld Vacuum Sealer
in water or other liquid. To
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
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or assembly available
from the manufacturer
or its service agent. This
appliance is only to be used
with the charger adaptor
provided with the appliance.
6. Do not operate the
appliance if it malfunctions
or has been damaged in
any manner.
7. Do not use this appliance
out doors. Do not use for
commercial purposes.
Household use only. Only
use the appliance for its
intended use.
8. Do not let cord hang over
edge of table or counter, or
touch hot surfaces.
9. Place cord where it cannot
be tripped over, pulled on,
cause user to become
entangled with, especially
by children, or cause the
appliance to be overturned.
10.Do not place on or near wet
surfaces, or heat sources
such as a hot gas or electric
burner, or heated oven.
Always use appliance on a
dry, stable, level surface.
11. Always attach plug to
appliance rst, then plug cord
into outlet (for appliances with
detachable cords).
12.Vacuum packaging is
NOT a substitute for
refrigeration or freezing. Any
perishable foods that require
refrigeration must still be
refrigerated or frozen after
vacuum packaging. To avoid
possible illness, do not reuse
bags after storing raw meats,
raw sh or greasy foods.
1. For best results, use only
with FoodSaver®Brand
Vacuum Zipper Bags and
Fresh Containers.
2. When vacuum packaging
zipper bags, small amounts
of liquids, crumbs or
food particles can be
inadvertently pulled into the
IMPORTANT
TIPS
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Valve, creating a possible
air leak. To prevent this,
follow these tips:
a. For soups, sauces and
liquids:
use a container and
then place in refrigerator.
Sealing liquid in
Zipper Bags is NOT
recommend.
b. For powdery or ne-
grained foods:
Avoid overlling bags
or use a container. You
can also place a coffee
lter or paper towel on
top of the food beneath
valve before vacuum
packaging.
c. Ensure the zipper is
closed securely and no
food debris is trapped in
the zipper. Food trapped
in the zipper can create
a leak which may
cause the bag to loose
vacuum over time.
3. Reservoir must be in
place during operation of
FoodSaver®Zipper Bags
and Fresh Containers.
For use with FoodSaver®
Bottle Stoppers, Canisters
and other accessories,
remove reservoir and seal
using the accessory port.
4. When using containers,
remember to leave one
inch of space at top of
container.
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You are about to enjoy the freshness
benets of FoodSaver® Handheld
Vacuum System. For years, the
FoodSaver®Vacuum Sealing System
has helped millions of households keep
food fresh longer in the refrigerator, and
cupboard. The Handheld Vacuum
System is designed to remove air from
specially designed FoodSaver® vacuum
zipper bags and containers. The
Handheld Vacuum System is compact
and convenient for everyday use.
Congratulations…
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Guidelines for Vacuum
Packaging
Vacuum Packaging & Food Safety
The vacuum packaging process extends the life of
foods by removing most of the air from sealed zipper
bags and containers, thereby reducing oxidation, which
affects nutritional value, avor and overall quality.
Removing air can also inhibit growth of
microorganisms, which can cause problems under
certain conditions:
Mold – Easily identied by its fuzzy characteristic.
Mold cannot grow in a low oxygen environment,
therefore vacuum packaging can slow the growth of
mold.
Yeast – Results in fermentation, which can be
identied 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, 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.
Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration
or freezing 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 avor, appearance or texture because it
depends on age and condition of the food on the day it
was vacuumed packaged.
Food Safety Warning
Use fresh, perishable foods soon after purchase. Even
under proper storage conditions, foods lose freshness
and nutritive value if they are stored too long.
Food Preparation Tips
Hard Cheeses:
To keep cheese fresh, vacuum package it after each
use.
IMPORTANT: Soft cheeses should never be
vacuum packaged.
Baked Goods:
To vacuum package soft or airy baked goods, we
recommend using a FoodSaver®Container so they will
hold their shape.
Instructions
Charging Your Handheld Vacuum
Appliance: Before using the appliance for the rst
time please charge it for at least 24 hours. Failure to
do so will reduce the product’s battery life. Charging
Indicator Light remains illuminated when appliance is
plugged in and does not indicated charge level.
Note: Unit should be charged for 24 hours every 6
months to maintain battery life.
IMPORTANT: Should liquid be collected in the
reservoir, stop vacuuming and remove the reservoir to
empty and clean it.
Sealing FoodSaver®Vacuum Zipper
Bags
Step 1
Fill and Seal Bag
Place food in FoodSaver®Zipper Bag. Lay Zipper Bag
at with gray circle facing upwards and slide ngers
across zipper to close bag.
Step 2
Remove Air from Bag
Press Handheld Vacuum Sealer over grey circle on bag
and press the vacuum button until air is removed from
bag. Release the button to stop vacuum.
Step 3
Store
Place bag with food into refrigerator or cupboard.
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Sealing FoodSaver®Fresh Containers
Step 1
Fill and Close
Set FoodSaver®Fresh Container on a at surface and
place food in tray. Place lid on top and apply pressure
with both hands to secure into place.
Step 2
Remove Air
Press Handheld Vacuum Sealer over green valve on
container lid. Press Vacuum Button on unit and vacuum
for 10 seconds after the dimple has been depressed.
Step 3
Store
Place Container with food into refrigerator, or cupboard.
Sealing FoodSaver®Accessories
Step 1
Connect Accessory
Remove clear reservoir from the main housing of the
unit. Attach accessory port to the accessory.
Step 2
Remove Air
Press Vacuum Button and vacuum for 10-20 seconds.
Step 3
Store
Place accessory in the refrigerator or cupboard.
Features of your Handheld
Vacuum System
Reservoir
(Removable for easy cleaning)
Vacuum Button
Charging
Indicator Light
Ergonomic Design
Accessory Port
Charging Contacts
Charging
Dock
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Troubleshooting
Vacuum sealer does not start when start
Button is pressed:
1. Ensure vacuum sealer is charged.
Vacuum Sealer starts but bag does not
tighten around food:
1. Ensure zipper is rmly closed.
Slide ngers across entire zipper.
2. Air valve is not on at surface. Reposition bag so
the Air Valve lies at on counter with no food under
Air Valve.
Vacuum Nozzle and Air Valve
are not making secure contact:
1. Ensure Vacuum Nozzle is centered over the Gray
circle and placed at on Air Valve. Apply moderate
pressure.
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®Fresh Container
will not vacuum:
1. Ensure the gasket on inside of lid is free from food
and debris. Remove the valve cover and check to
see if there is any debris in the valve. Clean the valve
thoroughly periodically after usage. Ensure lid is
rmly pressed down onto the base tray.
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0800 525 089 (UK)
Care, Cleaning &
Troubleshooting
Care & Cleaning
1. Always unplug appliance before cleaning.
2. Do not immerse the charging dock, power cord and
charger or the Handheld Vacuum Sealer in water or
any other liquid.
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 FoodSaver®: while holding
Handheld Vacuum Sealer with one hand pull clear
Reservoir away from main housing of unit.
The FoodSaver®Fresh Zipper Bags should be used for
fresh storage only (in the refrigerator or cupboard) and
not in the freezer. Do not use to vacuum seal liquids.
If vacuuming moist foods, ensure that the liquid does
not reach the zipper bag valve and check and clean the
appliance reservoir when needed.
FoodSaver®Fresh Containers
1. The Container Base and Lid 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. The Vacuum Valve Cover and
Gasket can be washed in warm, soapy water; rinse
well and dry thoroughly.
2. FoodSaver®Containers are microwave safe for
reheating only, not for cooking.
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Waste electrical products should not be disposed of
with Household waste. Please recycle where facilities
exist. E-mail us at [email protected]
for further recycling and WEEE information.
JCS (Europe) Ltd
SK8 3GQ, UK
Please keep your receipt as this will be required for
any claims under this guarantee.
This appliance is guaranteed for 2 years after your
purchase as described in this document.
During this guaranteed period, if in the unlikely event
the appliance no longer functions due to a design or
manufacturing fault, please take it back to the place
of purchase, with your till receipt and a copy of this
guarantee.
The rights and benets under this guarantee are
additional to your statutory rights, which are not
affected by this guarantee. Only Jarden Consumer
Solutions (Europe) Limited (“JCS (Europe)”) has the
right to change these terms.
JCS (Europe) undertakes within the guarantee period
to repair or replace the appliance, or any part of
appliance found to be not working properly free of
charge provided that:
• you promptly notify the place of purchase or JCS
(Europe) of the problem; and
• the appliance has not been altered in any way
or subjected to damage, misuse, abuse, repair
or alteration by a person other than a person
authorised by JCS (Europe).
Faults that occur through, improper use, damage,
abuse, use with incorrect voltage, acts of nature,
events beyond the control of JCS (Europe), repair or
alteration by a person other than a person authorised
by JCS (Europe) or failure to follow instructions for
use are not covered by this guarantee. Additionally,
normal wear and tear, including, but not limited to,
minor discoloration and scratches are not covered by
this guarantee.
The rights under this guarantee shall only apply
to the original purchaser and shall not extend to
commercial or communal use.
If your appliance includes a country-specic
guarantee or warranty insert please refer to the terms
and conditions of such guarantee or warranty in place
of this guarantee or contact your local authorized
dealer for more information.
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