FoodSaver V2222 user manual How to, Vacuum Package with FoodSaver Accessories, Trouble-Shooting

&care	How to
	Vacuum Package with FoodSaver® Accessories

Trouble-Shooting

1. Prepare container according to FoodSaver®

Accessory Guidelines.

will still go through sealing cycle even when vacuuming an accessory. You will hear Motor

Problem Solution

eaning

2.	Insert one end of Accessory Hose into Accessory
	Port on appliance. Insert other end into port on
	accessory. Twist tab on Accessory Hose while
	inserting to ensure a tight fit.
3.	Close lid, rotate Latch, press Vacuum & Seal
	Button.
4.	When motor and Indicator Light turn off, vacuum­
	process is complete. Note that the appliance

shut off and then the sealing cycle will begin.

5.Gently twist and remove Accessory Hose from accessory and appliance.

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

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

Reference Guide.

Red Seal LED Flashing

•Unit is overheated. Always allow 20 seconds between seals. Under heavy usage, appliance will shut off automatically and Red Light will flash. Wait for 20 min. for unit to cool off.

•Always wait 20 seconds between seals.

•Latch has been left closed position: Gaskets may be compressed. Unlatch and allow 10 to 20 minutes for Gaskets to expand.

•Vacuum pump running more than 120 seconds. Under heavy usage, appliance will shut off automatically and Red Light will flash. See next section Vacuum Pump is running, but bag is not evacuating.

-shooting

How to

Open FoodSaver® Accessories after Vacuum Packaging

Vacuum Pump is running, but bag is not evacuating

• If making a bag from a roll, make sure one end of bag is sealed. See How to

Make a Bag from a FoodSaver® Vacuum Sealing Roll.

• Adjust the bag and try again. Make sure the open end of the bag is in down

inside the vacuum channel.

trouble

FoodSaver Vacuum Packaging Canisters (without large knob on lid)

To release vacuum and open, push gray rubber button on lid.

FoodSaver Bulk Canisters and Quick Marinators (with large knob on lid) and Universal Lids.

To release vacuum and open, turn knob on lid to Open.

FoodSaver Jar Sealer with Mason Jars

For use with Ball® and Kerr® brand Mason jars.

Important: Do NOT use screw bands when vacuum packaging jars. To open, wedge spoon between Mason jar lid and highest part of threaded rim. Twist spoon gently to release vacuum.

FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers

To release vacuum and open, twist and pull up on Bottle Stopper.

• Check for wrinkles in bag along Sealing Strip. To prevent wrinkles in the seal,

gently stretch bag flat while inserting bag into Vacuum Channel.

• Open unit and make sure Gaskets are inserted properly and there are no

foreign objects, dirt or debris on the Upper or Lower Gasket (See Care and

Cleaning).

• Latch has been left closed position: Gaskets may be compressed. Unlatch and

allow 10 to 20 minutes for Gaskets to expand.

• Make sure the accessory hose is not attached to accessory port.

• Make sure the lid is latched down all the way. If the Latch does not catch the

lid and bring it down, there will be a leak between the Gaskets.

Care and Cleaning

Gasket is loose or has	• Take out the gasket, clean it and reinsert the Gasket into the Vacuum Channel
a tear	(See Care and Cleaning).
	• Call 877-777-8042 or visit website for replacement.

To Clean Appliance:

Remove Power Cord from electrical outlet. Do not immerse in liquid.

Check Gaskets and around Drip Tray to make sure they are free from food materials. Wipe off Gasket with warm soapy cloth if needed. Upper and Lower Gaskets may be removed for cleaning. Clean with warm, soapy water.

The Removable Drip Tray makes cleanup easy when small amounts of liquids are inadvertently pulled into the Vacuum Channel during vacuum process.

Empty Drip Tray after each use. Wash in warm soapy water or place in top rack of dishwasher. Dry thoroughly before re-inserting into the appliance.

Always leave lid latch in open position. Never store lid in latched position as gaskets may become compressed. When appliance is left in closed position, the Gaskets become compressed and the unit may not function properly.

Remove All Food Around Gaskets

Lift Drip Tray Out

Bag is not sealing	• Too much liquid in bag, freeze before vacuuming.
properly	• Check for food debris around seal area. If present, Take out the gasket, clean
	it and reinsert the Gasket into the Vacuum Channel (See Care and Cleaning).
	• Bag has wrinkles: To prevent wrinkles in the seal, gently stretch bag flat while
	inserting bag into Vacuum Channel.
No lights on the	• Make sure unit is plugged in.
control panel	• Make sure wall outlet is functional.
	• Make sure lid is all the way down, and the Latch is in the locked position.

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