The Original Home Vacuum Packaging System®
Vac800/Vac820
User Manual
Copyright © 2003 Tilia, Inc. All rights reserved.
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FoodSaver, Tilia and The Original Home Vacuum Packaging System are trademarks or registered trademarks of Tilia Int’l, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Tilia, Inc. and Tilia Int’l, Inc. are Jarden companies.
This product is protected by one or more of the following Patents:
U.S.RE 34,929; 4,660,355; 4,941,310; 5,655,357; 6,058,998; 6,256,968;
Canada 1,315,746; and their equivalent international patents.
Third Printing: June 2003
Printed in the United States of America
Item # 18-0161 (6/03)
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Welcome
You have just purchased an appliance that will soon have you wondering how you ever got by without it. The FoodSaver vacuum packaging system is so convenient and versatile, you’ll find yourself using it every day. We guarantee that if you make room for it on your countertop, you will quickly see how indispensable it becomes in your kitchen.
Foods Will Keep Their “Just Bought” Freshness,
Flavor and Nutritional Value 3 to 5 Times Longer.
Meats, poultry, fish and produce stay fresh and flavorful in your freezer.
No more freezer burn.
Foods stay fresh longer in your refrigerator.
Dry ingredients stay fresh and insect free in the pantry.
...to the world of FoodSaver.
You’ll Save Money, Time and Effort.
Buy in bulk to reduce your grocery bills.
Repackage your purchases in portions sized for your family’s needs.
Prepare meals in advance so when you don’t have time to cook, you and your family will still have great-tasting homemade meals.
Take bags right from the freezer or refrigerator and boil or microwave.
Reduce waste and spoilage.
Prepare your own healthy frozen dinners. You control serving portions, calories and nutritional content.
Make and deliver home-cooked meals to those who can’t get out.
Keep non-food items dry and free of dust and mold.
Stop silver from tarnishing because the metal is not exposed to air.
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Table of Contents
Welcome
2 The FoodSaver Vac 800/Vac 820
4 FoodSaver Accessories
6Important Safeguards
7Important Tips
Operating Instructions: How to...
8Make a Custom-Made Bag with FoodSaver Rolls
10Vacuum Package Using Ready-Made and Custom-Made FoodSaver Bags
12Use the Sealing Adjustment Switch
13Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Designer Canisters
14Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bulk Storage Canisters and Square Canisters
16 Vacuum Package Using the FoodSaver Jar Sealer with Mason Jars
18 Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Universal Lids
20Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers
21Care and Cleaning Instructions
22Food Preparation and Storage Guide
30Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items
31Troubleshooting
36 Warranty and Service Information
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The FoodSaver Vac 800/ Vac 820
NOTE: The illustrations throughout this manual represent the Vac 800, but both the Vac 800 and the Vac 820 operate in the same manner.
Sealing Adjustment |
Bag Cutter |
Switch
Accessory Port
Sealing Strip |
Vacuum Channel |
Roll Storage |
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Compartment |
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About Vacuum Packaging
Air is left in most food storage containers and plastic bags even when they are sealed tightly. Oxygen is one of the main reasons that food goes bad. It starts a chemical change – robbing food of its nutritional value, texture, color, flavor and overall quality. The FoodSaver vacuum packaging system removes the air from FoodSaver Bags and then seals the bags so that air cannot re-enter. It is also designed to be used with a wide range of FoodSaver accessories that will keep a variety of foods fresh longer. Finally, you can maintain the same freshness at home that you get with professionally vacuum-packaged items you purchase at the grocery store.
FoodSaver Bags and Rolls
FoodSaver Bags and Rolls are made from a special 5-layer plastic material with patented channels that remove the air. The outer layer of nylon seals freshness in, while locking air and moisture out.
Patented 3-Layer Design
Patented FoodSaver Bags are designed to remove air and seal in freshness.
FoodSaver Bags and Rolls can go straight from the freezer and refrigerator to the microwave or boiling water.
FoodSaver Bags and Rolls are washable (including in the dishwasher) and reusable.*
FoodSaver Bags come in readymade pint, quart and gallon sizes to offer convenient, one-step storage.
Your Vac 800/Vac 820 also works with 8-inch and 11-inch wide FoodSaver Rolls, which allows you to make custom-sized bags for the items that you are vacuum packaging.
Most FoodSaver users like to keep both bags and rolls handy for the greatest packaging convenience.
*IMPORTANT: To avoid possible illness, do not reuse bags after storing raw meats, fish or greasy foods.
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FoodSaver Accessories
FoodSaver Canisters
There are three styles of FoodSaver Canisters – Designer, Square and Bulk Storage. They are ideal for storing delicate items and liquids, as well as dry goods and cooking staples. The canisters come in a variety of sizes and all can be used in the refrigerator and pantry. Canisters are not to be used in the freezer.
FoodSaver Designer Canisters are especially attractive for use on your countertop.
Vacuum packaging in the FoodSaver Square Canister is an excellent way to marinate foods because the
process opens the pores of the food and seals in the flavor. With
the FoodSaver vacuum packaging system you can marinate food in 20 minutes so you don’t have to wait all day or overnight for that special taste. All FoodSaver Canisters work for marinating, but we recommend the Square Canister because less marinade will be needed.
The Bulk Storage Canisters are designed to store pantry items such as cereal, chips, rice and baking goods.
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FoodSaver Regular Jar Sealer
The FoodSaver Regular Jar Sealer allows you to vacuum package in regular or standard-mouth Mason jars. Note:
FoodSaver Jar Sealers are designed to fit Mason jars, such as
Ball,® Kerr® and Bernardin® brands.
FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers
FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers allow you to vacuum package in bottles to protect the taste and extend the life of liquids such as wine, liquor and cooking oils.
FoodSaver Wide-Mouth Jar Sealer
The FoodSaver Wide-Mouth Jar Sealer allows you to vacuum package in wide-mouth
Mason jars.
FoodSaver Universal Lids
With this great kitchen accessory, you don’t have to transfer many foods out of their original containers. Vacuum package and extend the life of foods in their original glass jars and metal cans.
Available in two sizes – 4 inches and 51⁄2 inches in diameter.
Purchasing FoodSaver Bags,
Rolls and Accessories
To find the nearest retailer, visit our website at www.foodsaver.com or call our Consumer Services Department at the number listed at the back of this manual.
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Important Safeguards
For Your Own Safety, Always Follow These Basic Precautions When Using the FoodSaver Vac 800/Vac 820:
1Read the instructions carefully.
2Do not use the appliance on wet or hot surfaces, or near a heat source.
3Do not immerse any part of the appliance, power cord or plug in water or other liquid.
4To disconnect, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Do not disconnect by pulling on the cord.
5Do not operate the appliance with a damaged power cord or plug. Do not operate the appliance if it malfunctions or is in any way damaged. If the cord or the appliance is damaged, it must be returned to an authorized service center.
6Do not use an extension cord with the appliance.
7Use only accessories or attachments recommended by Tilia, Inc.
8Use the appliance only for its intended use.
9Closely supervise children when using any electrical appliance. Do not allow the appliance to be used as a toy.
10120v Machines Only: The Vac 800/Vac 820 has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). 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 in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.
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Important Tips
Important Tips When Vacuum Packaging:
1Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration.
2Use ONLY bags and rolls manufactured by FoodSaver.
3Do not allow the Vacuum Channel to fill up with liquids. This will render the appliance unusable. To prevent it, avoid overfilling the bags and freeze liquids first.
4You can prevent liquids from being drawn into the appliance by placing a folded paper towel at the top of the bag, but below the seal area, before vacuum packaging.
5Do not attempt to create your own side seams for a FoodSaver Bag. These bags are manufactured with special side seams which are sealed all the way to the outer edge. Creating your own side seams can actually leave air channels exposed which will cause leakage and prevent a vacuum from being formed.
6Always make sure you leave at least one extra inch of bag material for each time you plan to reuse the bag.
7If you are not sure whether you have achieved a complete seal, simply seal the bag again about 1⁄4 inch above the first seal.
8Bulky items sometimes make it difficult to achieve a smooth sealing surface. Gently stretch the bag flat along the Sealing Strip before closing the lid.
9When packaging products with sharp edges (dry spaghetti, silverware, etc.), protect the bag from punctures by wrapping the products in a cushioning material, such as paper towels, styrofoam, tissue, etc. Products can also be vacuum packaged in canisters or Mason jars to avoid any possibility of puncturing a bag.
10Avoid drawing powdery or fine-grained products into the appliance. This will inhibit the vacuuming and sealing process and may clog the unit, preventing it from drawing a good vacuum. To prevent this from occurring, avoid overfilling the bags.
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How to Make a Custom-Made Bag with FoodSaver Rolls
When using FoodSaver Rolls you first need to make a bag. If you are using ready-made FoodSaver Bags, go to page 10.
1Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the power cord into a standard electrical outlet.
2Set the Sealing Adjustment Switch to “Seal Only.”
3Open the lid and place the FoodSaver Roll into the roll storage
compartment so that the end of the roll comes up from the back and can be pulled over the top of the roll toward the front of the appliance. Make sure the roll is centered so that an even cut will be achieved.
4Lay the item(s) you want to vacuum package near the appliance so you can see where to cut the bag material. Pull the end of the roll out to the desired length. IMPORTANT: Leave at least 3 extra inches at one end of the bag, and more if you want to reseal or reuse the bag (one inch per reseal).
5 Close the lid.
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6With the palms of your hands, press down on the ridges on the lid and hold. The green light will turn on indicating the bag is being sealed.
7Wait until the green light turns off before releasing the lid.
When the light turns off, the sealing process is complete.
8While applying pressure to the front indentation of the lid, slide
the bag cutter completely across the sliding channel to cut the bag. Make sure you return the bag cutter to the extreme left or right side of the sliding channel.
9Open the lid and remove the bag.
10Make sure the extra bag material is rolled back into the roll storage compartment and is not down in the Vacuum Channel.
NOTE: Let the appliance cool down for at least 20 seconds before using it again.
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