1. Place item(s) in bag, allowing at least 7.5 cm of space between bag contents and top of bag. 2. Open appliance lid and place open end of bag into Vacuum Channel (J). Close lid and use Latch (E) to lock. 3. Press appropriate Food Setting Button (N) – Moist or Dry. 4. Press appropriate Speed Setting Button (P) – Fast, Normal or Gentle. 5. Push and hold the Pulse Button (R). The vacuum pump will run when the Pulse Button is held down. Release the Pulse Button to stop the vacuum process. Repeat pushing the Pulse Button until desired amount of air has been removed. NOTE:If the vacuum pump stops engaging after several pushes of the Pulse Button, it means the maximum vacuum has been reached. Do not continue to push the Pulse Button. 6. Press Seal Button (U) to seal the bag and end the Pulse mode. 7. When the Progress Lights (T) turn off, unlock Latch, lift lid and remove bag. Refrigerate or freeze if needed. 1. Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for the heat process of canning. Perishables still need to be refrigerated or frozen. 2. For best results, use FoodSaver® Bags and Canisters. 3. During the vacuum packaging process, small amounts of liquids, crumbs or food particles can be inadvertently pulled into Vacuum Channel (J), clogging the pump and damaging your appliance. To prevent this, follow these tips: a. 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. b. For soups, sauces and liquids: Freeze first and avoid overfilling bags. Or, use a canister in refrigerator. 6. To prevent wrinkles in a seal when vacuum packaging bulky items, gently stretch bag flat along Sealing Strip (L) before you close lid. 7. If you are unsure your bag was sealed properly, simply reseal bag about 0.5 cm above first seal. 8. When you are vacuum packaging items with sharp edges (dry spaghetti, silverware, etc.), protect bag from punctures by wrapping item in soft cushioning material, such as a paper towel. 9. When using accessories, remember to leave 2.5 cm of space at top of canister or container, and make sure to lock Latch (E) before vacuuming. Unlock the Latch when finished. 10.Pre-freeze fruits and blanch vegetables before vacuum packaging for best results. See pages 4-5 of FoodSaver® Reference Guide for more information. Features of Your FoodSaver® Appliance E D C B A Accessory Hose Accessory Hose Storage Flip-up Release Button Touchpad Control Panel Easy-lock Latch Tips on Sealing a Bag Make sure appliance lid is securely latched. When making a bag from a roll, place bag material on Sealing Strip (L), close lid and make sure to use the Latch (E) to lock lid. Then press Seal Button (U). paper towel between food and end of bag to absorb excess liquids. Just be sure to leave at least 7.5 cm between paper towel and end of bag so that bag seals properly with paper towel inside. Prevent moisture or liquid from being pulled Make sure appliance has time to cool down. c. For powdery or fine-grained foods: Avoid into the Vacuum Channel (J) or trapped in the Wait at least 20 seconds between seals. Under very heavy seal. Either pre-freeze moist food such as raw meat for usage, appliance will not operate to prevent overheating. If 1-2 hours before vacuum packaging, or place a folded it does, wait 20 minutes to allow appliance to cool off. Tips on Removing Air from a Bag Make sure appliance lid is securely latched. If motor runs for more than 30 seconds without When vacuuming and sealing a bag, make sure the stopping, consider the following: If vacuum packaging Latch (E) is in the locked position. with a bag, make sure open end is placed down inside Vacuum Channel (J) and make sure Accessory Hose (A) Check for wrinkles in the bag along the Sealing is not attached. If vacuum packaging with a canister, Strip (L). Wrinkles in seal may cause leakage and allow check Accessory Hose in appliance lid and air to come back into bag. Check for wrinkles in bag canister to ensure a tight fit. along Sealing Strip before closing lid and vacuum packaging. If you find wrinkles after sealing bag, simply 4. Raise the front of appliance until it’s in the upright 6. When ready to use again, press Release Button and 3 4 cut bag open and vacuum package again. Tips on Storage To utilize flip-up storage: 1. Close the lid. 2. Turn Latch (E) halfway to secure for storage (the halfway position locks appliance lid for storage without compressing the foam gasket and creating unnecessary wear and tear). position and it clicks. 3. Push and hold Release Button (C) on the right side 5. Let go of the Release Button. of appliance. lower front of appliance. overfilling bags or use a canister. You can also place a coffee filter or paper towel inside before vacuum packaging. d. If your appliance features a Drip Tray (I), empty after each use. 4. To avoid overfilling, always leave at least 7.5 cm of bag material between bag contents and t...