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T H E F O O D S AV E R U S E R M A N U A L

Welcome

You have just purchased an appliance that will soon have you wondering how you ever got by without it. The FoodSaver Vac 550 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.

Foods Will Keep Their “Just Bought” Freshness,

Flavor, and Nutritional Value 3 to 5 Times Longer.

Meats, poultry, fish, and produce stay fresh and flavorful in your freezer.

No more freezer burn.

Foods stay fresh longer in your refrigerator.

Dry ingredients stay fresh and insect-free in the pantry.

You’ll Save Money, Time, and Effort.

Buy in bulk to reduce your grocery bills.

Repackage your purchases in portions sized for your family’s needs.

Prepare meals in advance so when you don’t have time to cook, you and your family will still have great-tasting homemade meals.

Take bags right from the freezer or refrigerator and boil or microwave.

Reduce waste and spoilage.

Prepare your own healthy frozen dinners. You control serving portions, calories, and nutritional content.

Make and deliver home-cooked meals to those who can’t get out.

Keep non-food items dry and free of dust and mold.

Stop silver from tarnishing because the metal is not exposed to air.

T H E F O O D S AV E R U S E R M A N U A L

Table of Contents

Welcome

2The FoodSaver Vac 550

4FoodSaver Accessories Operating Instructions: How to...

6Make a Bag with FoodSaver Rolls

8Vacuum Package Using Ready-Made and Custom-Made FoodSaver Bags

10Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Designer Canisters

12Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bulk Storage and Square Canisters

14Vacuum Package Using the FoodSaver Jar Sealer with Mason Jars

16Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Universal Lids

18Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers

20Care and Cleaning Instructions

21Food Preparation and Storage Guide

30Important Safeguards

31Troubleshooting

34Marinating Recipes

39Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items

40Warranty and Service Information

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