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How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver
Bulk Storage and Square Canisters
FoodSaver Bulk Storage and Square Canisters are a great way to store food in your refrigerator and pantry. The Square Canister is also ideal for marinating.
FoodSaver Canisters cannot be stored in the freezer. The Bulk Storage and Square Canister bases can be used in the microwave to reheat foods and put in the dishwasher for cleaning. Do not put the lids in the microwave or dishwasher.
1Place the Vac 550 on a flat, dry surface and plug the power cord into a standard electrical outlet.
2Place the item(s) to be vacuum packaged inside the canister. Leave at least one inch between the contents and the rim of the canister.
3The canister lid is labeled “Open,”
“Vacuum,” and “Closed.” Turn the knob on the canister lid so the arrow points to “Vacuum.”
4Place the lid on top of the canister.
5 | Insert one end of the accessory |
| hose into the accessory port on |
| the Vac 550. |
6 | Insert the other end of the accessory |
| hose into the hole on the top of |
| the canister. |
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7Close the lid. Lock the lid by pressing in the locks on both sides.
(You may need to press down lightly on the stars while pressing in the locks.)
8Press and hold down the On button. The light will turn on as
the Vac 550 starts the vacuum cycle and air is removed from the canister.
Wait until the sound stops and the light goes off before releasing the lid.
9Turn the knob on the canister lid so the arrow points to “Closed.”
10Vacuum packaging is complete.
IMPORTANT: Remember to remove the accessory hose from the accessory port on the Vac 550 before you vacuum package in FoodSaver Bags.
How to Open the FoodSaver Bulk Storage or Square Canister
To open the FoodSaver Bulk Storage or Square Canister, turn the knob on the canister lid so the arrow points to “Open.” This will release the vacuum and you should be able to remove the lid.
NOTE: Do NOT attempt to vacuum seal any contents that are warmer than room temperature, since the vacuum may cause the contents to bubble out of the canister or jar.
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