FoodSaver V3800 Owner's Manual
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VACUUM SEALING SYSTEM
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Important Safeguards & Tips
Welcome to FoodSaver
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Vacuum Sealing System
Important Safeguards
For your own safety, always follow these basic
precautions when using a FoodSaver
1. Read the User Manual carefully for operating
instructions. Read all instructions in this manual
before use.
2. Do not use appliance on wet or hot surfaces,
or near a heat source.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not
immerse any part of appliance, power cord or
plug in water or other liquid. Unplug from outlet
when not in use and before cleaning.
4. To disconnect, unplug power cord 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. For
details, contact Consumer Services at number
listed below.
6. Use appliance only for its intended use.
7. Closely supervise children when using any
electrical appliance. Do not allow appliance
to be used as a toy.
8. 120v Appliances Only: The FoodSaver
appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). To reduce risk of electrical
shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If plug does not fit fully in
the outlet, reverse plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify
plug in any way.
9. 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 marked electrical rating is no less
than 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.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric
burner, or heated oven. Extreme caution must
be used when moving products containing hot
liquids.
11. Wait 20 seconds between seals to allow
appliance to cool.
12. No user servicing
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appliance:
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For Household Use Only
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Important Tips
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 only with FoodSaver
Containers and Accessories.
3. During the vacuum packaging process, small
amounts of liquids, crumbs or food particles
can be inadvertently pulled into the Vacuum
Channel. Empty the Drip Tray after each use.
4. Avoid overfilling, always leave at least 3 inches
of bag material between bag contents and top
of bag. This allows room for the bag material
to cinch tightly against the food and prevents
the bag from pulling out of the vacuum channel
during the sealing process. Then leave at least
one additional inch of bag material for each time
you plan to reuse bag.
5. Do not create your own side seams for a
FoodSaver
with a special side seam, which is sealed all the
way to the outer edge.
6. To prevent wrinkles in the seal when vacuum
packaging bulky items, gently stretch bag flat
while inserting bag into vacuum channel and
continue to hold bag until vacuum pump starts.
7.
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.
8. When using accessories, remember to leave one
inch of space at top of canister or container.
9. Pre-freeze fruits and blanch vegetables before
vacuum packaging for best results. See
guidelines for Vacuum Packaging Section.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade
is wider than the other). As a safety feature,
this plug will 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 attempt to defeat
this safety feature.
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Bag. These bags are manufactured
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Bags,
Congratulations…
You are about to enjoy the freshness
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benefits of FoodSaver
, The #1 Selling
Brand of Vacuum Packaging Systems. For
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years, the FoodSaver
Vacuum Packaging
System has helped millions of households
keep food fresh longer in the refrigerator,
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freezer and pantry. The FoodSaver
system
is designed to remove air and extend
freshness up to five times longer than
conventional storage methods. Keep your
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FoodSaver
appliance on your countertop,
and you’ll soon discover its convenience
and versatility.
Questions?
Contact customer service at
877-777-8042
or visit www.foodsaver.com.
Do not return this product
to place of purchase.
Why Vacuum Package?
Exposure to air causes food to lose nutrition and
flavor, and also causes freezer burn and enables
bacteria, mold and yeast to grow. The FoodSaver
vacuum packaging system removes air and seals
in flavor and quality. With a full line of FoodSaver
Bags, Canisters and Accessories to expand your
options, you can now enjoy the benefits of a
scientifically proven food storage method that
keeps food fresh up to five times longer.
The FoodSaver
Time and Money.
• Spend less money. With the FoodSaver® system,
you can buy in bulk or buy on sale and vacuum
package your food in desired portions without
wasting food.
• Save more time. Cook ahead for the week,
preparing meals and saving them in FoodSaver
Bags.
• Marinate in minutes. Vacuum packaging opens
up the pores of food so you can get that great
marinated flavor in minutes instead of hours.
• Make entertaining a breeze. Make your
signature dish and holiday treats in advance
so you can spend quality time with your guests.
• Enjoy seasonal or specialty foods. Keep highly
perishable or infrequently used items fresh
longer.
• Control portions for dieting. Vacuum package
sensible portions and write calories and/or
fat grams on the bag.
• Protect non-food items. Keep camping and
boating supplies dry and organized for outings.
Protect polished silver from tarnishing by
minimizing exposure to air.
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Vacuum Packaging System Saves
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Features of Your FoodSaver® Appliance Features of Your FoodSaver® Appliance
A. Controls and Indicator Lights
To indicate current setting, vacuum
progress and for added control.
B. Vacuum Progress Display
Blue lights signal progression of
vacuuming and sealing process.
All lights extinguish when the full
process is finished.
C. Seal Button
CrushFree™ Instant Seal feature.
Prevents crushing delicate items.
D. Appliance Door
Opens to access Built-in Roll Holder
and Cutter.
E. Vacuum Channel
Simply insert bag and the FoodSaver
appliance does the rest.
F. Retractable Accessory Hose/
Accessory Port
Accessory hose can be used with all
FoodSaver® Brand Accessories.
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G. Built-in Roll Holder
For storage of FoodSaver
Vacuum Sealing Rolls.
H. Roll Cutter Bar
Simplifies making
custom-sized bags.
I. Auto Bag Sensing
Simply insert open end of bag
into the vacuum channel and the
machine will sense and grasp the
bag, vacuum, seal and shut-off
automatically.
J. Release Buttons
To open appliance
for cleaning.
K. Appliance Door
Opens to access Built-in
Roll Holder and Cutter.
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L. Lower Gasket (glued)
M. Extra-wide Sealing Strip with
Non-stick Coating
Provides extra secure, airtight
seal that’s two times wider.
N. Drip Tray
Catches overflow liquids
and contains Food Sensors
to detect liquid.
O. Upper Bag Detection Tray
P. Upper Gasket (glued)
Q. Rubber Seal Profile
* not available on all models
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