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™
The Original Home Vacuum Packaging System
Vac1200
User Manual
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The Original Home Vacuum Packaging System is a
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First printing, July 2002
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FoodSaver Patent 4,
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Welcome Table of Contents You have just purchased an appliance that will soon Welcome have you wondering how you ever got by without 2 The FoodSaver Vac 1200 it. The FoodSaver vacuum packaging system is so convenient and versatile, you’ll find yourself using 4 FoodSaver Accessories it every day. We guarantee that if you make room for it on your countertop, you will quickly see how 6 Important Safeguards indispensable it becomes in your kitchen.
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL The FoodSaver Vac 1200 Instant Seal Button About Vacuum Packaging FoodSaver Bags and Rolls Extended Vacuum Button Sealing Time Air is left in most food storage con- ◗ FoodSaver Bags and Rolls are made Cancel Button Adjustment Switch tainers and plastic bags even when from a special 3-layer plastic Accessory Port they are sealed tightly. Oxygen is material with patented channels one of the main reasons that food that remove the air. The outer go
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL FoodSaver Accessories FoodSaver Canisters ◗ Vacuum packaging in the FoodSaver Regular Jar Sealer FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers FoodSaver Square Canister is an ◗ There are three styles of FoodSaver ◗ The FoodSaver Regular Jar Sealer ◗ FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers allow excellent way to marinate foods Canisters – Designer, Square and allows you to vacuum package in you to vacuum package in bottles because the Bulk Storage. They are ideal for regular or
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Important Safeguards Important Tips For Your Own Safety, Always Follow These Basic Important Tips When Vacuum Packaging: Precautions When Using the FoodSaver Vac 1200: 1 Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration. 1 Read the instructions carefully. 2 Use ONLY bags and rolls manufactured by FoodSaver. 2 Do not use the appliance on wet or hot surfaces, or near a 3 Do not allow the Vacuum Channel to fill up with liquids. This heat so
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Make a Custom-Made Bag with FoodSaver Rolls When using FoodSaver Rolls you first need to make a bag. If you 7 Close the lid. are using ready-made FoodSaver Bags, go to page 10. 8 Press on the lid with the palms 1 Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the power cord of your hands then release. The into a standard electrical outlet. solid green light will turn on. 2 Set the Sealing Time Adjustment Switch to “2.” 9 When the g
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Vacuum Package Using Ready-Made and Custom-Made FoodSaver Bags 1 Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the power cord 7 When all the air has been removed the green light will into a standard electrical outlet. turn off. The vacuum and sealing process is complete. Open the lid and remove the bag. 2 Set the Sealing Time Adjustment Switch to “2.” NOTE: Let the appliance cool down for at least 20 seconds before 3 Open the lid
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Use the Sealing Time Adjustment Switch How to Use the Instant Seal Button This Three-Level Sealing Time Adjustment Switch lets you control Use the Instant Seal Button when you want to seal a FoodSaver the length of the sealing process. It can be set from 1 to 3. Set the Bag before a complete vacuum has been created. This feature is Sealing Time Adjustment Switch to “1” when vacuum packaging useful when vacuum packaging fragile items such
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bulk Designer Canisters Storage Canisters and Square Canisters FoodSaver Designer Canisters are an excellent way to store Bulk Storage Canisters are an excellent way to store food in the delicate items in the refrigerator, pantry or on the countertop. refrigerator or pantry. The Square Canister is great for marinating since vacuum packaging opens the pores of food and c
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How To Vacuum Package Using the FoodSaver How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bulk Jar Sealer with Mason Jars Storage Canisters and Square Canisters 6 Remove the Accessory Hose from the lid by gently twisting the Use the FoodSaver Jar Sealer to vacuum package food in mason gray hose fitting and pulling up. jars. There are two sizes of jar sealers: the FoodSaver Wide- Mouth Jar Sealer for wide-mouth mason jars, and the FoodSaver 7 Turn the kno
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How To Vacuum Package Using the FoodSaver How To Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Universal Lids Jar Sealer with Mason Jars 5 Set the Sealing Time Adjustment Switch to “1.” Vacuum package The Universal Lid is ideal for keeping foods, such as sauces, as per instructions on page 10, steps 5-7. peanuts and coffee, fresh longer in their original containers. These lids work with metal cans, thick glass jars and rigid 6 Remove the FoodSaver Jar Sealer
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers Care and Cleaning Instructions FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers are the best way to keep wine, oils and The FoodSaver Vac 1200 non-carbonated bottled liquids fresh longer. You will keep their 1 Always unplug the appliance before cleaning. delicate taste from going stale by not exposing the liquids to air. 2 Do not immerse the appliance in water. FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers are not to be used with pla
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Food Preparation and Storage Guide Guidelines for Vacuum to grow, but can grow with or Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage Packaging Food without air. Refrigeration slows MEATS/FISH Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) the growth of yeast, and freezing Vacuum packaging is not a substitute stops it completely. for canning nor can it reverse deteri- Beef, Lamb, Pork Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 to 3
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Food Preparation and Storage Guide Blanching Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage VEGETABLES Times Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without LEAFY VEGETABLES Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) FoodSaver 1 Asparagus 1 ⁄2 to 3 mins. Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 to 3 years 8 months Lettuce, Spinach Refrigerator 2 weeks 3
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Food Preparation and Storage Guide Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage BAKED GOODS Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without COFFEE Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Bread, Rolls, Beans Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 to 3 years 6 to 9 months Freezer FoodSaver Bag 1 to 3 years 6 to 12 months Bagels, Pastries Ground Fre
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Food Preparation and Storage Guide Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage Where to Recommended Vacuum Normal Storage POWDERY FOODS Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without BOTTLED LIQUIDS Store FoodSaver Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Oils (with no preservatives Flour, Sugar, Dry milk, FoodSaver Bag, 1 such as safflower, canola, Pantry Bottle Stopper 1 to 1 ⁄2 years
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items Troubleshooting Your FoodSaver vacuum packaging ◗ Vacuum package your food and Nothing Happens When the Lid is Pressed: system also protects non-food items equipment for a boating or sailing 1 Make sure the power cord is firmly plugged into the electrical outlet. from oxidation, corrosion and outing. Food will stay dry in the 2 Make sure the power cord is not damaged in any way. moisture. Just follow the directi
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Troubleshooting Air Was Removed From the Bag, But Has Come Back The Bag Will Not Seal: Into the Bag: 1 Wait 20 minutes to allow the Vac 1075 to cool off, then try using Check the seal of the bag. There may be a wrinkle in the bag along 1 it again. The appliance will shut off automatically if it becomes the seal, which caused leakage and allowed air to come back into too hot. To help prevent the appliance from becoming too hot: the bag. Cut th
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Troubleshooting The FoodSaver Designer Canister Will Not Vacuum: The FoodSaver Bottle Stopper Will Not Vacuum: 1 Make sure the rubber gasket on the lid is free from food 1 Make sure the Bottle Stopper is fitting snugly inside the bottle. materials, crumbs, etc. If it is loose, air may leak in and prevent a vacuum from forming. 2 Make sure the rim of the canister does not have any cracks or 2 Make sure the neck of the bottle and tip of the Acc
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THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Warranty and Service Information ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY of law, including, but not limited This warranty is void outside North to, any implied warranties of America (the United States, its The following warranty policy c. Serviced or repaired by persons merchantability or fitness for a possessions, Canada and Mexico). applies only to the original consumer other than those authorized by particular purpose. This warranty of this product and is
