FoodSaver FSFRSH0055 Reference Manual

MODEL/MODÈLE/MODELO FSFRSH0055

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Reference Guide to the Rechargeable Handheld Vacuum System

Guide de référence pour le système de mise sous vide portable et rechargeable

Guía de referencia del sistema de sellado al vacío manual y recargable

Guia de referência do embalador a vácuo potátil e recarregável

Important Safeguards

For your own safety, always follow
these basic precautions when using a
FoodSaver

®

appliance:

1. Read the Instructions Guide carefully
for operating instructions. Read all
instructions in this manual before use.

2. Do not use appliance on wet or hot
surfaces or outdoors.

3. CAUTION: To prevent against electric
shock, do not immerse any part of
appliance, power cord or plug in water
or other liquid.

4. To disconnect, unplug charger adaptor
from electrical outlet. Do not disconnect
by pulling on cord.

5. Do not operate appliance with a
damaged power cord or plug. Do not
operate appliance if it malfunctions
or is in any way damaged. Take it to
the nearest Authorised Service Centre
for examination, repair or electrical or
mechanical adjustment.

6. Use appliance only for its intended use.
Use only the Charger Adapter supplied
with this product.

7. 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 the marked electrical
rating is no less than the electrical rating
of this appliance. All cords should not
drape over counter or tabletop where
cords can be tripped over or pulled on
unintentionally, especially by children.

8. Keep Charger Adapter, power cord and
handheld appliance away from heated
surfaces.

9. The appliance has Nickel-cadmium
batteries. The unit must be recycled or
disposed per national and local laws
and regulations. DO NOT incinerate
batteries or expose to high temperatures
or liquids.

10.This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.

11. Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children, or
incapacitated individuals.

Important Tips

1. Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for

the heat process of canning. Perishables
still need to be refrigerated.

2. For best results, use only with FoodSaver

®

Brand Vacuum Zipper Bags and
Containers.

3. When vacuum packaging zipper bags,

small amounts of liquid, crumbs or food
particles can be pulled inadvertently into
the 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 fine-grained foods: Avoid

overfilling bags or use a container. You
can also place a coffee filter or paper
towel on top of the food beneath the
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.

4. Reservoir must be in place during

operation. Do not attempt to use without
the Reservoir affixed to the Vacuum
Nozzle.

5. When using containers, remember to

leave one inch of space at the top of the
container.

For Household Use Only

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Important Safeguards & Tips (English)

1. Ergonomic Design

2. Charge Indicator Light

3. “Start” Button

4. Charging Base

5. Charger Adaptor

6. Charger Plug

7. Deli Container

8. Container Adapter

9. Reservoir

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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, flavour and overall quality.
Removing air can also inhibit growth of micro­organisms, which can cause problems under
certain conditions:

Mould – Easily identified by its fuzzy

characteristic. Mould cannot grow in
a low oxygen environment; therefore
vacuum packaging can slow the growth
of mould.

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 odour,

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.

It is important to note that vacuum packaging
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 flavour, appearance
or texture because it depends on the 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.

Guidelines for vacuum packaging

Charging Your Handheld Vacuum
Appliance: Before using the appliance for

the first time please charge it for at least
24 hours. Failure to do so will reduce the
product’s battery life. The charge Indicator
Light remains illuminated when the appliance
is plugged in.

IMPORTANT: Should liquid be collected in
the reservoir, stop vacuuming once the liquid
reaches the Max fill line.

Sealing FoodSaver®
Vacuum Zipper Bag

Step 1: Fill and Seal Bag

Place food in FoodSaver

®

Vacuum Zipper
Bag. Lay the Zipper Bag flat with the green
circle facing upwards press zipper firmly to
start seal. Slide fingers across the zipper to
close the bag.

Step 2: Remove Air from Bag

Press FoodSaver

®

Vacuum Sealer over the
green circle on the bag and gently press the
“Start” button.

Step 3: Refrigerate

Place the bag with food into the refrigerator
or pantry.

*Bags not intended for liquids.

Sealing FoodSaver®
Deli Containers

Step 1: Fill and Close

With FoodSaver

®

Deli Container on a 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.

Step 3: Evacuate Air

With the container adapter attached, place
the vacuum nozzle tip over the grey 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
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.

Instructions

Container Adapter Storage

1. Conveniently store Container Adapter
on the bottom of the Charging Base as
shown.

**ONLY AVAILABLE IN SELECT MODELS

Care & Cleaning

1. Always unplug appliance before
cleaning.

2. Do not immerse appliance in water.

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 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:
while holding the Vacuum Nozzle with one
hand pull the Reservoir cleanly 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 grey rubber
sucker.

3. FoodSaver

®

Container bases are top

rack dishwasher safe.

4. FoodSaver

®

Containers are 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. PRESS GENTLY – 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 the 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.

Care, Cleaning & Troubleshooting

Importantes mesures de sécurité

Pour sa propre sécurité il faut toujours
observer ces précautions de base quand
on utilise l’appareil FoodSaver

®

:

1. Lire soigneusement le mode d’emploi. Lire
toutes les instructions contenues dans ce
manuel avant l’utilisation.

2. Ne pas utiliser l’appareil sur des surfaces
chaudes ou mouillées ou à l’extérieur.

3. PRUDENCE : Pour réduire le risque de
choc électrique, ne pas plonger le cordon
électrique, la fiche ou toute partie de cet
appareil dans l’eau ou tout autre liquide.

4. Pour débrancher, retirer le chargeur
adaptateur de la prise électrique. Ne
pas débrancher en tirant sur le cordon
électrique.

5. Ne pas faire fonctionner un appareil avec
un cordon ou une fiche endommagé,
ou si l’appareil fonctionne mal ou s’il
est endommagé. Apporter l’appareil
au Centre de Réparation Agréé le plus
proche pour tout contrôle, toute réparation
ou tout réglage électrique ou mécanique
nécessaire.

6. Utiliser l’appareil uniquement pour
l’usage auquel il est destiné. N’utiliser
que le chargeur adaptateur fourni avec
cet appareil.

7. Les enfants doivent être surveillés
attentivement lors de l’utilisation d’un
appareil électrique, afin de s’assurer qu’ils
ne jouent pas avec l’appareil.

8. Avertissement : Un cordon électrique de
courte taille est fourni de façon à éviter
de faire trébucher, comme pourrait le faire
un cordon plus long. Une rallonge peut
être utilisée lorsque la capacité nominale
électrique n’est pas moindre que celle de
cet appareil. La rallonge ne doit pas pendre
d’un plan de travail ni d’un dessus de table
où elle pourrait être tirée par inadvertance et
faire trébucher des enfants en particulier.

9. Eloigner le chargeur adaptateur, le cordon
électrique et l’appareil portable des surfaces
chaudes.

10. Les piles au nickel-cadmium doivent être
recyclées ou jetées en respectant les lois
et règlements locaux et nationaux. NE PAS
incinérer les piles et NE PAS les exposer
à des températures élevées ou à des
liquides.

11. Cet appareil n’est pas destiné à être utilisé
par des personnes (enfants y compris)
dont les capacités physiques, sensorielles

ou mentales sont diminuées, ou qui ne
disposent pas des connaissances ou de
l’expérience nécessaire, à moins qu’elles
n’aient été formées et encadrées pour
l’utilisation de cet appareil par une personne
responsable de leur sécurité. Les enfants
doivent être surveillés pour s’assurer qu’ils
NE jouent PAS avec l’appareil.

12. Les enfants et personnes handicapées
doivent être surveillés lorsqu’ils utilisent
l’appareil ou que l’appareil est utilisé à côté
d’eux. électrique et l’appareil portable loin
de surfaces chaudes.

Conseils importants

1. LL’emballage sous vide NE remplace PAS le
traitement thermique de mise en conserve.
Les produits périssables doivent toujours
être réfrigérés.

2. Pour obtenir les meilleurs résultats
possibles, n’utiliser qu’avec des sacs
alimentaires sous vide à glissière et des
récipients de la marque FoodSaver

®

.

3. Quand l’air est extrait des sacs alimentaires
à glissière, une petite quantité de liquide,
de miettes ou de particules d’aliments peut
accidentellement être attirée dans la valve,
pouvant créer une fuite d’air. Pour éviter
ce problème, suivre ces conseils:

a. Pour des soupes, sauces et liquides:

Utiliser un récipient puis mettre au
réfrigérateur. Sceller des liquides dans les
sacs alimentaires à glissière N’EST PAS
recommandé.

b. Pour des aliments en poudre ou finement

moulus: Éviter de trop remplir les sacs ou
utiliser un récipient. On peut aussi placer un
filtre à café ou une serviette en papier sur
les aliments sous la valve avant d’extraire
l’air.

c. Vérifier que la fermeture à glissière est

bien fermée et qu’aucun débris d’aliment
n’y est coincé . Les aliments collés dans
la fermeture à glissière pourraient causer
un mauvais scellage entraînant une entrée
d’air avec le temps.

4. Le réservoir doit être en place durant le
fonctionnement de l’appareil. Ne pas
essayer d’utiliser si le réservoir n’est pas
attaché à la pompe d’aspiration.

5. Quand on utilise les récipients, ne pas
oublier de laisser 2,5 cm d’espace au
dessus des aliments.

Usage domestique uniquement.

CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS

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