FoodSaver V2240-IUK quick start Features, Getting Started, FoodSaver Accessories

How to Open FoodSaver®

FoodSaver® Vacuum Packaging Canisters To release vacuum and open, push grey rubber button on lid.

6. To test vacuum, simply tug on lid. It should not move.

3. Lock the Latch (D) on side of appliance before vacuuming.

1. Prepare canister according to FoodSaver® Accessory Guidelines above.

2. With lid closed, insert one end of Accessory Hose (A) into Port (K) on appliance. Insert other end into canister port. Twist grey tab while insert- ing to ensure a tight fit.

How to Vacuum Package with FoodSaver® Canisters

FoodSaver® Accessory Guidelines

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Features

The user-friendly control panel makes it easy for you to get the most out of your FoodSaver® Vacuum Packaging System.

J Adjustable Food Settings	L Vacuum & Seal Button
Select food type to optimise	This button has two uses:
the seal – Dry (normal seal time)	1.	Press to vacuum package and seal
for foods without liquid; Moist		your food air-tight with a single
(longer seal time) for juicy foods		touch. Shuts off automatically.
	2.	Press to cancel process at any point.

Getting Started

How to Make a Bag from a FoodSaver® Roll

2	3	4
Place Bag on Sealing Strip	Close and Latch Lid	Press Seal Button

FoodSaver® Accessories

Accessories include FoodSaver® Vacuum Packaging Canisters, Universal Lids, Jar Sealers and Bottle Stoppers.

1.Always leave at least 2.5 cm of space between contents and rim.

2.Wipe rim of canister to ensure it is clean and dry.

3.Place lid on canister.

KAccessory Port Attach accessory hose here and use to vacuum package with FoodSaver® Canisters and Accessories

MCanister Vacuum Button Press to achieve best vacuum for canisters and accessories.

N Seal Indicator Light

Constant light indicates sealing process is engaged. (Flashing

light indicates error.)

O Crush Free Instant Seal Button		Features
This button has three uses:
1.	Press to immediately stop the vacuum process
	and begin sealing the bag. Use to prevent
	crushing delicate items such as bread,
	cookies and pastries.
2.	Press to create a seal when making bags from
	a FoodSaver® Roll.
3.	Press to create a seal on Mylar bags (such as a
	crisp packet) to keep food sealed airtight.

1.	Cut enough bag material from roll to hold item,	5. When Seal Indicator Light (N) turns off,
	plus 7.5 cm. Be sure to cut straight.	sealing is complete. Unlock Latch, lift lid and
2.	Open appliance lid and place one end of bag	remove bag.
	material across Sealing Strip (I).	Now you are ready to vacuum package with your
	Close and lock the lid using the Latch (D).
3.		new bag (see below).
4.	Press Seal Button (O).

How to Vacuum Package with FoodSaver® Bags					Rolls
	2		3		5
					&
Place Bag in Vacuum Channel		Close and Latch Lid		Press Vacuum & Seal Button
1.	Place item(s) in bag, allowing at least 7.5 cm of		5. Press Vacuum & Seal Button (L) to begin vacuum
	space between bag contents and top of bag.		and sealing process. Motor will continue to run until
2.	Open appliance lid and place open end of bag		bag is fully vacuumed, then will automatically seal.
	into Vacuum Channel (G).		6. When Seal Indicator Light (N) turns off, unlock
3.	Close lid and use Latch (D) to lock.		Latch, lift lid and remove bag. Refrigerate or
4.	Press appropriate Food Setting Button (J) –		freeze if needed. (See FoodSaver® Reference Guide
			for food safety tips.)
	Choose Moist for juicy foods or Dry for foods
	without liquid. Appliance will default to Dry		Note: Let appliance cool down for 20 seconds after
	setting after each use.		each use. Always store appliance with the Latch in
			the unlocked position.		Bags

5. When motor turns off, gently twist and remove Accessory Hose from canister and appliance. Unlock Latch.

Note: For important tips on using accessories with different foods, please refer to the FoodSaver® Reference Guide.

4. Push Canister Button (M) to begin vacuum process. Motor will run until vacuum process is complete.

Accessories after Vacuum Packaging

Accessories