Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Vac 550 FoodSaver
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© 2000 by Tilia, Inc. All Rights Reser ved. This material may not be copied or reproduced in any fashion without written permission fr om the publisher .
W elcome THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL Y ou have just purchased an appliance that will soon have you wondering how y ou ever got by without it. The F oodSaver V ac 550 is so convenient and versatile, you ’ ll find yourself using it every day .
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 3 About V acuum Packaging Air is left in most food storage con- tainers and plastic bags even when they are sealed tightly . Oxygen is one of the main reasons that food goes bad. It starts a chemical change – robbing food of its nutri- tional value, texture, color , flavor , and overall quality .
FoodSaver Accessories THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 4 FoodSaver Canisters ◗ There are thr ee styles of F oodSaver Canisters – Designer , Square, and Bulk S torage. They are ideal for storing delicate items and liquids, as well as dry goods and cooking staples.
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 7 6 Close the lid. Lock the lid by pressing in the locks on both sides. (Y ou may need to press down lightly on the stars while pressing in the locks.) 7 P ress and hold down the On button. The light will go on as the V ac 550 seals the bag.
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 9 5 Close the lid. Lock the lid by pressing in the locks on both sides. (Y ou may need to press down lightly on the stars while pressing in the locks.) 6 P ress and hold down the On button. The light will go on as the V ac 550 seals the bag.
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 11 6 Close the lid. Lock the lid by pressing in the locks on both sides. (Y ou may need to press down lightly on the stars while pressing in the locks.) 7 P ress and hold down the On button. The light will turn on as the V a c 550 starts the vacuum cycle and air is removed fr om the canister .
How to V acuum Package Using FoodSaver Bulk Storage and Square Canisters THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 12 THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 13 7 Close the lid. Lock the lid by pressing in the locks on both sides. (Y ou may need to press down lightly on the stars while pressing in the locks.
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 15 How T o V acuum Package Using the FoodSaver Jar Sealer with Mason Jars THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 14 7 Close the lid. Lock the lid by pressing in the locks on both sides. (Y ou may need to press down lightly on the stars while pressing in the locks.
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 17 6 Close the lid. Lock the lid by pressing in the locks on both sides. (Y ou may need to press down lightly on the stars while pressing in the locks.) 7 P ress and hold down the On button. The light will turn on as the V ac 550 star ts the vacuum cy cle and air is r emoved from the can or jar .
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 19 How to V acuum Package Using FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 18 5 Close the lid. Lock the lid by pressing in the locks on both sides. (Y ou may need to press down lightly on the stars while pressing in the locks.
Food Preparation and Storage Guide THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 21 Care and Cleaning Instructions THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 20 The FoodSaver V ac 550 1 Always unplug the V ac 550 before cleaning. 2 Do not immerse the V ac 550 in water . 3 Do not use abrasive products or materials to clean any of the V ac 550 components.
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 23 Where to Recommended V acuum Normal S torage M EA TS /F ISH Store F oodSaver P ackaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Beef, lamb , and pork F reez.
Food Preparation and Storage Guide THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 25 Blanching Where to Recommended V acuum Normal S torage V EGET ABLES Times Store F oodSaver P ackaged Life (without Container S torage Life vacuum packaging) Asparagus 1 1 ⁄ 2 to 3 mins.
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 27 Food Preparation and Storage Guide THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 26 Where to Recommended V acuum Normal S torage B AKED G OODS Stor e FoodSaver P ackaged Life (without Conta.
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 29 Where to Recommended V acuum N ormal Storage B O TTLED L IQUIDS Stor e FoodSav er Packaged Life (without Container Storage Life vacuum packaging) Oils (with no preservati.
Important Safeguards THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 30 T roubleshooting THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 31 For Y our Own Safety , Always Follow These Basic Safety Precautions When Using the FoodSaver V ac 550: 1 Read the instructions carefully . 2 Do not use the V ac 550 on wet or hot surfaces, or near a heat source.
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 33 T roubleshooting THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 32 The Mason Jar or FoodSaver Canister Will Not V acuum: 1 Make sure the jar sealer is center ed and pressed firmly over the lid on the mason jar . 2 Make sure the rubber gasket on the canister/mason jar lid is free from food materials, crumbs, etc.
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 35 Broiling /G rilling Baking Po r k Closest to heat source. N ot recommended 12 mins. per inch – turn once. Beef Closest to heat source. N ot recommended 10 mins. per inch – turn once. Shrimp Closest to heat source. Bake at 400˚ for 3-4 mins.
THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 37 Marinating Recipes THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 36 Indonesian Marinated Flank Steak Serves 4-6 Ingredients needed: 1 1 ⁄ 2 to 1 2 ⁄ 3 lbs.
V acuum Packaging Non-Food Items THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 39 Y our F oodSaver V ac 550 also protects non-food items from oxidation, cor- rosion, and moisture. J ust follow the directions for vacuum packaging using the F oodSaver B ags or accessories.
W arranty and Service Information THE FOODSA VER USER MANUAL 40 The following warranty policy applies only to the original con- sumer of this product and is not transferable. E vidence of original purchase is requir ed for warranty service (this could be the sales receipt or packing slip , etc).
© 2000 by Tilia, Inc. All Rights Reser ved. This material may not be copied or reproduced in any fashion without written permission fr om the publisher .
An important point after buying a device FoodSaver Vac 550 (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought FoodSaver Vac 550 yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data FoodSaver Vac 550 - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, FoodSaver Vac 550 you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get FoodSaver Vac 550 will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of FoodSaver Vac 550, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime FoodSaver Vac 550.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with FoodSaver Vac 550. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device FoodSaver Vac 550 along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
