The Original Home Vacuum Packaging System® PROFESSIONAL II/ PROFESSIONAL II TURBO User Manual Copyright © 2003 Tilia, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or redistributed in any fashion without the express written consent by Tilia, Inc. 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.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Welcome THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Table of Contents 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.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL The FoodSaver Professional II / Professional II Turbo Manual Seal Button Indicator Lights Sealing Adjustment Switch Bag Sensor Switch Vacuum Override Button Accessory Port Automatic On/Off Button Safety Knife Blade Safety Precision Bag Cutter Sealer Pressure Bar About Vacuum Packaging FoodSaver Bags and Rolls Air is left in most food storage containers and plastic bags even when they are sealed tightly.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL FoodSaver Accessories FoodSaver Canisters ◗ Vacuum packaging in the FoodSaver Regular Jar Sealer FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers ◗ There are three styles of FoodSaver 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.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Important Safeguards THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Important Tips For Your Own Safety, Always Follow These Basic Safety Precautions When Using the FoodSaver Professional II /Turbo: 1 Read the instructions carefully. 2 Do not use the appliance on wet or hot surfaces, or near a heat source. 3 Do not immerse any part of the appliance, power cord, or plug into water or other liquid. 4 To disconnect, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
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 are using ready-made FoodSaver bags, go to page 10. 1 Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the power cord into a standard electrical outlet. 2 Set the Sealing Adjustment Switch to “3.” 3 Open the lid and place the FoodSaver Roll into the roll storage compartment.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Vacuum Package Using Ready-Made and Custom-Made FoodSaver Bags 1 If you have not already done so, place the appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the power cord into a standard electrical outlet. 2 Set the Sealing Adjustment Switch to “3, ” “4” or “5,” depending on the contents of the bag.. 3 Open the lid. 4 Place the items to be vacuum packaged into the bag. 5 Place the open end of the bag down into the Vacuum Channel.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Use the Sealing Adjustment Switch THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Use the Vacuum Override Button This Five-Position Sealing Adjustment Switch lets you control the length of the sealing process. Seal times increase according to the dial, with “1” being the shortest seal time and “5” being the longest seal time. • Set the Sealing Adjustment Switch to “1” or “2” for vacuum packaging with FoodSaver accessories.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Use the Manual Seal Button Use the Manual Seal Button when you want to seal a FoodSaver Bag before a complete vacuum has been created. This feature is useful when vacuum packaging fragile items such as bread, baked goods and berries so they don’t get crushed. 1 Open the lid. 2 Place the items to be vacuum packaged into the bag. 3 Place the open end of the bag down into the Vacuum Channel. 4 Close the lid. 5 Press and release the On button.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bulk Storage and Square Canisters FoodSaver Bulk Storage Canisters are an excellent way to store food in your refrigerator and pantry. The Square Canister is great for marinating since vacuum packaging opens the pores of food and cuts marinating time down to 20 minutes. Both styles of canisters work the same way. 1 Place the item(s) to be vacuum packaged inside the canister.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How To Vacuum Package Using the FoodSaver Jar Sealer with Mason Jars Use the FoodSaver Jar Sealer to vacuum package food in Mason jars. There are two sizes of Jar Sealers: the FoodSaver WideMouth Jar Sealer for wide-mouth Mason jars, and the FoodSaver Regular Jar Sealer for regular and standard-mouth Mason jars. If you wish to store Mason jars in the freezer, make sure to use straight-walled (no shoulders), freezer-safe Mason jars.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How To Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Universal Lids FoodSaver Universal Lids are ideal for keeping foods, such as sauces, peanuts and coffee, fresh longer in their original containers. These lids work with metal cans, thick glass jars and rigid plastic containers. Remember, perishable goods should still be refrigerated.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers are the best way to keep wine, oils and non-carbonated bottled liquids fresh longer. You will keep their delicate taste from going stale by not exposing the liquids to air. FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers are not to be used with plastic bottles. Also, do not use with any carbonated or sparkling beverages. Carbonation happens under pressure.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Care and Cleaning Instructions The FoodSaver Professional II/Turbo 1 2 3 4 5 Always unplug the appliance before cleaning. Do not immerse the appliance in water. Do not use abrasive products or materials to clean any of the appliance components. Such cleaners can scratch the surfaces and damage the black foam rubber pads, preventing a vacuum from forming. Clean using a mild dishwashing soap and a warm, damp cloth.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Food Preparation and Storage Guide M E AT S /F I S H Where to Store Recommended FoodSaver Container Vacuum Packaged Storage Life Normal Storage Life (without vacuum packaging) V E G E TA B L E S Blanching Times Where to Store Recommended FoodSaver Container Vacuum Packaged Storage Life Normal Storage Life (without vacuum packaging) Beef, Lamb, Pork Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 to 3 years 6 months Asparagus 11⁄2 to 3 mins.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Food Preparation and Storage Guide L E A F Y V E G E TA B L E S Lettuce, Spinach Where to Store Refrigerator Recommended FoodSaver Container Vacuum Packaged Storage Life Normal Storage Life (without vacuum packaging) FoodSaver Canister 2 weeks 3 to 6 days BAKED GOODS Bread, Rolls, Bagels, Pastries Where to Store Freezer Recommended FoodSaver Container Vacuum Packaged Storage Life Normal Storage Life (without vacuum packaging) FoodSaver
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Food Preparation and Storage Guide COFFEE Where to Store Recommended FoodSaver Container Vacuum Packaged Storage Life Normal Storage Life (without vacuum packaging) FoodSaver Bag 2 to 3 years 6 to 9 months B OT T L E D L I QU I D S Ground Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 years 6 months Oils (with no preservatives such as safflower, canola, corn oil) Beans Pantry FoodSaver Bag, Canister 1 year 3 months Wine Ground Pantry FoodSaver Bag, Cani
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Food Preparation and Storage Guide P OW D E RY F O O D S Flour, Sugar, Dry milk, Brown sugar, Dried coconut Where to Store Pantry Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items Recommended FoodSaver Container Vacuum Packaged Storage Life Normal Storage Life (without vacuum packaging) FoodSaver Bag, Canister 1 to 2 years 6 months ◗ Vacuum package your silver.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Troubleshooting Nothing Happens When the On Button Is Pressed: 1 Make sure the power cord is firmly plugged into the electrical outlet. 2 Make sure the power cord is not damaged in any way. 3 Make sure the electrical outlet is operative by plugging in another appliance. 4 Wait 20 minutes to allow the appliance to cool off, and then try using it again. The appliance will shut off automatically if it becomes too hot.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Troubleshooting Air Was Removed From the Bag, But Has Come Back Into the Bag: 1 Check the seal of the bag. There may be a wrinkle in the bag along the seal, which caused leakage and allowed air to come back into the bag. Cut the bag open, and vacuum package it again. 2 Moisture or food material (i.e. juices, grease, crumbs, powders, etc.) along the seal may have caused leakage and allowed air to come back into the bag.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Troubleshooting The Mason Jar Will Not Vacuum: 1 Make sure the Jar Sealer is centered and pressed firmly over the lid on the Mason jar. 2 Make sure the rubber gasket on the Jar Sealer is free from food materials, crumbs, etc. 3 Make sure the rim of the Mason jar does not have any cracks or scratches. Any gaps can prevent a vacuum from forming. 4 Make sure you aren’t filling the Mason jar too full prior to vacuum packaging.
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL Warranty and Service Information ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The following warranty policy applies only to the original consumer of this product and is not transferable. Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service (this could be the sales receipt or packing slip, etc). Elements of Warranty Tilia, Inc.