FoodSaver V2240-CN User Manual

Features

For important safety information and helpful tips, please refer to the FoodSaver®Reference Guide included in your kit. Questions? Visit us at www.foodsaver.com or call 1-800-777-5452 (U.S.) or 1-877-804-5383 (Canada), Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat 9am-6pm EST. Get tips on vacuum packaging and order FoodSaver®accessories.

Accessory Hose

Accessory Hose Storage

Appliance Control Panel

Easy-lock Latch

Pen Storage (under lid)

Easy-clean Drip Tray

Vacuum Channel

Foam Gasket

Extra-wide Sealing Strip

Features of Your FoodSaver®Appliance

QuickStart

V2240-CN

General Tips

Tips for Successful Vacuum Packaging

(continued)

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, Canisters

and Accessories.

3. During the vacuum packaging process, small

amounts of liquids, crumbs or food particles can be inadvertently pulled into Vacuum Channel

(G),

clogging the pump and damaging your appliance. To prevent this, follow these tips:

a. For moist and juicy foods such as raw meats:

Pre-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 and store in the refrigerator.

c. For powdery or fine-grained foods: Avoid

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 (F),

empty after each use.

4. To a void overfilling, always leave at least 3 inches

(7.5 cm) of bag material between bag contents and top of bag. Then leave at least one additional inch (2.5 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 a seal when vacuum

packaging bulky items, gently stretch bag flat along Sealing Strip

(I) before you close lid.

7. If you are unsure your bag was sealed properly,

simply reseal bag about

⁄4inch (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. You may want to use a canister or Mason jar instead of a bag.

9. When using accessories, remember to leave one

inch (2.5 cm) of space at top of canister or container, and make sure to lock Latch

(D) before

vacuuming. Unlock the Latch when finished.

10.Pre-freeze fruits and blanch vegetables before

vacuum packaging for best results. See pages 2-3 of FoodSaver

Reference Guide for more

information.

11.If appliance does not function, check to make sure

the Latch

(D) is in the locked position.

12.Always store appliance with the Easy-lock Latch (D) in the unlocked position.

13.CAUTION: THIS SEALER IS NOT FOR

COMMERCIAL USE. IF SEALING MORE THAN 30 BAGS OR CANISTERS IN A ROW, WAIT AT LEAST 25 MINUTES BEFORE CONTINUING TO USE YOUR VACUUM FOOD SEALER.

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Vacuum & Seal Button

This button has two uses:

1. Press to vacuum package and seal

your food air-tight with a single touch. Shuts off automatically.

2. Press to cancel process at any point.

Canister Vacuum Button

Press to achieve best vacuum for canisters and accessories.

Features

Advanced DesignTMFeatures

Adjustable Food Settings

Select food type to optimize the seal – Dry (normal seal time) for foods without liquid; Moist (longer seal time) for juicy foods

Accessory Port

Attach accessory hose here and use to vacuum package with FoodSaver

Canisters and Accessories

The user-friendly control panel makes it easy for you to get the most out of your FoodSaver®Advanced Design

Vacuum Packaging System.

CrushFree

™

Instant Seal Button

This button has three uses:

1. Press to immediately stop the vacuum process

and begin sealing the bag. Use to prevent crushing delicate items such as bread, cookies and pastries.

2. Press to create a seal when making bags from

a FoodSaver

Roll.

3. Press to create a seal on Mylar

bags (such as a

potato chip bag) to keep food sealed airtight.

Seal Indicator Light

Constant light indicates sealing process is engaged. (Flashing

light indicates error.)

Bags & Rolls

1. Place item(s) in bag, allowing at least 3 inches (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

(G).

3. Close lid and use Latch (D) to lock.

4. Press appropriate Food Setting Button (J) –

Choose Moist for juicy foods or Dry for foods without liquid. Appliance will default to Dry setting after each use.

5. Press Vacuum & Seal Button (L) to begin vacuum

and sealing process. Motor will continue to run until bag is fully vacuumed, then will automatically seal.

6. When Seal Indicator Light (N) turns off, unlock

Latch, lift lid and remove bag. Refrigerate or freeze if needed. (See FoodSaver

Reference Guide

for food safety tips.)

Note: Let appliance cool down for 20 seconds after

each use. Always store appliance with the Latch in the unlocked position.

1. Cut enough bag material from roll to hold item,

plus 3 inches (7.5 cm). Be sure to cut straight.

2. Open appliance lid and place one end of bag

material across Sealing Strip

(I).

3. Close and lock the lid using the Latch (D).

4. Press Seal Button (O).

5. When Seal Indicator Light (N) turns off,

sealing is complete. Unlock Latch, lift lid and remove bag.

Now you are ready to vacuum package with your new bag (see below).

Getting Started

Registering your appliance is quick and easy at www.foodsaver.com. If you register on our website, you will be

eligible for special bag and accessory introductory offers. Refer to the registration card in the box.

How to Make a Bag from a FoodSaver®Roll

How to Vacuum Package with FoodSaver®Bags

Place Bag on Sealing Strip Close and Latch Lid Press Seal Button

Place Bag in Vacuum Channel Close and Latch Lid Press Vacuum & Seal Button

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