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How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver
Designer Canisters
FoodSaver Designer Canisters are both functional and attractive and an excellent way to store delicate items in the refrigerator, pantry, or on the countertop. FoodSaver Designer Canisters cannot be stored in the freezer, and unlike the Bulk Storage and Square Canisters, cannot be used in the microwave. The bases can be put in the dishwasher for cleaning. However, do not put the lids in the 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.
3Place the lid on top of the canister. 
4 | Insert one end of the accessory |
| hose into the accessory port on |
| the Vac 550. |
5Insert the other end of the accessory
hose into the hole on the top of the canister.
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6Close 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.)
7Press 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 turns off before releasing the lid.
8Vacuum packaging is complete.
IMPORTANT: Remember to remove the accessory hose from the accessory port on the FoodSaver Vac 550 before you vacuum package in FoodSaver Bags.
How to Open the FoodSaver Designer Canister
To open the FoodSaver Designer Canister, press and hold down the grey rubber button in the center of the lid. This will release the vacuum and you should be able to remove the lid.
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