FoodSaver Food Saver V2420 User Manual

QuickStart  
V2420/V2440/V2460/V2480  
Shown V2420; V2440, V2460 and V2480 operate in the same manner except where noted.  
Features of Your FoodSaver Appliance  
Accessory Hose  
A
B
Accessory Hose  
Storage  
Appliance Control  
Panel  
C
D
Easy-lock Latch  
Pen Storage  
E
F
Roll Storage  
Compartment  
Bag Cutter and  
Cutter Bar  
G
Easy-Clean DripTray  
Vacuum Channel  
H
I
Foam Gasket  
J
Extra-wide Sealing Strip  
K
For important safety information and helpful tips, please refer to the FoodSaver Reference Guide  
included in your kit. Questions? Visit us at www.foodsaver.com or call 1-800-777-5452 (U.S.) or  
1-877-804-5383 (Canada), Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat 9am-6pm EST. Get tips on vacuum packaging  
and order FoodSaver accessories.  
 
Getting Started  
Registering your appliance is quick and easy at www.foodsaver.com. If you register on our website, you will be  
eligible for special bag and accessory introductory offers. Refer to the registration card in the box.  
How to Make a Bag from a FoodSaver Roll  
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4
5
Place Bag on Sealing Strip  
Close and Latch Lid  
Press Seal Button  
1. Open appliance lid and place roll into Roll  
Storage Compartment (F).  
7. You now have one sealed end and need to cut  
the bag to the length you need. Pull out enough  
bag material to hold item to be vacuum packed,  
plus 3 inches.  
2. Lift up Bag Cutter Bar (G).  
3. Pull bag material to the outer edge of the  
Sealing Strip (K) and lower the Cutter Bar (G).  
8. Gently press and slide Bag Cutter (G) across  
the length of the roll.  
4. Close and lock the lid using the Latch (D).  
5. Press Seal button (R).  
Now you are ready to vacuum package with your  
new bag (see below).  
6. When Seal Indicator Light (Q) turns off,  
sealing is complete. Unlock latch and lift lid.  
How toVacuum Package with FoodSaver Bags  
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3
6
Place Bag in Vacuum Channel  
Close and Latch Lid  
Press Vacuum & Seal Button  
1. Place item(s) in bag, allowing at least 3 inches of  
and all accessories or Fast for larger-sized bags and  
canisters. Appliance will default to Normal speed.  
space between bag contents and top of bag.  
2. Open appliance lid and place open end of bag  
into Vacuum Channel (I).  
6. Press Vacuum & Seal Button (O) to begin vacuum  
and sealing process. Motor will continue to run until  
bag is fully vacuumed, then will automatically seal.  
3. Close lid and use Latch (D) to lock.  
7. When Seal Indicator Light (Q) turns off, unlock  
latch, lift lid and remove bag. Refrigerate or freeze  
if needed. (See FoodSaver Reference Guide for food  
safety tips.)  
4. Press appropriate Food Setting Button (L) –  
Choose Moist for juicy foods or Dry for foods  
without liquid. Appliance will default to Dry setting.  
5. Press appropriate Speed Setting Button (N) –  
Choose Normal for average-sized bags, canisters  
Note: Let appliance cool down for 20 seconds after  
each use. Always store appliance with the Latch (D)  
in the unlocked position.  
 
FoodSaver Accessories  
Accessories include FoodSaver Vacuum Packaging Canisters, Universal Lids, Jar Sealers and Bottle Stoppers.  
FoodSaver Accessory Guidelines  
1. Always leave at least one inch of space between  
4. For accessories with a large knob on lid, turn knob  
to Vacuum. Vacuum package using instructions  
below. When vacuum process is complete, turn  
knob to Closed before removing Accessory Hose.  
contents and rim.  
2. Wipe rim of canister, container or bottle to  
ensure it is clean and dry.  
5. For accessories without a large knob on lid, vacuum  
3. Place lid on canister or container, or place stopper  
package using instructions below.  
in bottle.  
How toVacuum Package with FoodSaver Accessories  
1. Prepare container according to FoodSaver  
For model V2460, push the Vacuum & Seal  
Button (O). Motor will run until vacuum process  
is complete.  
Accessory Guidelines above.  
2. With lid closed, insert one end of Accessory  
Hose (A) into Port (M) on appliance. Insert other  
end into port on accessory. Twist gray tab while  
inserting to ensure a tight fit.  
6. When motor turns off, gently twist and remove  
Accessory Hose from accessory and appliance.  
Unlock Latch.  
3. Lock the Latch (D) on side of appliance  
7. To test vacuum, simply tug on accessory lid.  
before vacuuming.  
It should not move.  
4. If vacuum packaging in a large canister, push  
Fast Speed Setting (N) button.  
Note: For important tips on using accessories with  
different foods, please refer to the FoodSaver  
Reference Guide.  
5. For models V2420, V2440, V2480, push Canister  
Vacuum Button (P) to begin vacuum process.  
How to Open FoodSaver Accessories afterVacuum Packaging  
FoodSaverVacuum Packaging Canisters  
(without large knob on lid)  
FoodSaver Jar Sealer with Mason Jars  
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For use with Ball and Kerr brand Mason jars.  
To release vacuum and open, push gray rubber  
button on lid.  
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.  
Quick Marinators (with large knob on lid)  
and Universal Lids  
To release vacuum and open, turn knob on lid  
to Open.  
FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers  
To release vacuum and open, twist and pull up on  
Bottle Stopper.  
 
Tips for Successful Vacuum Packaging  
For more usage tips and safety information, please refer to the FoodSaver Reference Guide or visit our website at www.foodsaver.com.  
Tips on Sealing a Bag  
Make sure you’ve securely latched the appliance lid.  
When making a bag from a roll, place bag material  
on Sealing Strip (K), close lid and make sure to use  
the Latch (D) to lock lid. Then press Seal Button (R).  
Make sure you give appliance time to cool down.  
Wait at least 20 seconds between seals. Under very  
heavy usage, appliance will shut off automatically to  
prevent overheating. If it does, wait 20 minutes to  
allow appliance to cool off.  
Prevent moisture or liquid from being pulled into  
theVacuum Channel or trapped in the seal. Either  
pre-freeze moist food such as raw meat for 1-2 hours  
before vacuum packaging, or place a folded paper  
towel between food and end of bag to absorb excess  
liquids. Just be sure to leave at least 3 inches between  
paper towel and end of bag so that bag seals properly  
with paper towel inside.  
Tips on Removing Air from a Bag  
Make sure you’ve securely latched the appliance lid.  
When vacuuming and sealing a bag or canister, make  
sure the Latch (D) is in the locked position.  
If motor runs for more than 30 seconds without  
stopping, you may need to adjust bag and try again.  
If you are making the initial seal on a piece of bag  
material with two open ends, make sure bag is  
placed on Sealing Strip. If you are vacuum packaging  
with a bag, make sure open end is placed down  
inside Vacuum Channel and make sure Accessory  
Hose is not attached. If you are vacuum packaging  
with an accessory, check Accessory Hose in appliance  
lid and in accessory to ensure a tight fit.  
Check for wrinkles in the bag along the Sealing  
Strip. Wrinkles in seal may cause leakage and allow  
air to come back into bag. Check for wrinkles in bag  
along Sealing Strip (K) before closing lid and vacuum  
packaging. If you find wrinkles after sealing bag, simply  
cut bag open and vacuum package again.  
Tips on Storage  
Always store appliance with the Latch in the  
unlocked position.  
 
Tips for Successful Vacuum Packaging  
(continued)  
GeneralTips  
1. Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for the  
heat process of canning. Perishables still need to  
be refrigerated or frozen.  
5. Do not create your own side seams for a  
FoodSaver Bag. These bags are manufactured  
with a special side seam, which is sealed all the  
way to the outer edge.  
2. For best results, use FoodSaver Bags, Canisters  
and Accessories.  
6. To prevent wrinkles in a seal when vacuum  
packaging bulky items, gently stretch bag flat  
along Sealing Strip before you close lid.  
3. During the vacuum packaging process, small  
amounts of liquids, crumbs or food particles can  
be inadvertently pulled into Vacuum Channel,  
clogging the pump and damaging your appliance.  
To prevent this, follow these tips:  
7. If you are unsure your bag was sealed properly,  
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simply reseal bag about 4 inch above first seal.  
8. When you are vacuum packaging items with sharp  
edges (dry spaghetti, silverware, etc.), protect  
bag from punctures by wrapping item in soft  
cushioning material, such as a paper towel. You  
may want to use a canister or Mason jar instead  
of a bag.  
a. For moist and juicy foods such as raw meats:  
Freeze first and avoid overfilling bags. You can  
also place a folded paper towel inside top of bag,  
but below seal area, before vacuum packaging.  
b. For soups, sauces and liquids: Freeze first and  
avoid overfilling bags. Or, use a canister in  
refrigerator.  
9. When using accessories, remember to leave one  
inch of space at top of canister or container, and  
make sure to lock Latch (D) before vacuuming.  
Unlock the Latch when finished.  
c. For powdery or fine-grained foods: Avoid  
overfilling bags or use a canister. You can also  
place a coffee filter or paper towel inside  
before vacuum packaging.  
10.Pre-freeze fruits and blanch vegetables before  
vacuum packaging for best results. See pages 2-3  
of FoodSaver Reference Guide for more information.  
d. If your appliance features a Drip Tray, empty it  
after each use.  
11.If appliance does not function and indicator light  
flashes, check to make sure the Latch is in the  
locked position.  
4. To avoid overfilling, always leave at least 3 inches  
of bag material between bag contents and top of  
bag. Then leave at least one additional inch of bag  
material for each time you plan to reuse bag.  
12.Always store appliance with the Easy-lock Latch  
in the unlocked position.  
Copyright © 2005 Tilia, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or redistributed in any fashion without the express written consent of Tilia, Inc.  
FoodSaver, CrushFree and the Freshness Shield logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Tilia Int’l, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other  
trademarks are property of their respective owners. Tilia, Inc. and Tilia Int’l, Inc. are Jarden companies. This product is protected by one or more of the following  
Patents: U.S. RE 34,929; 4,660,355; 4,941,310; 5,655,357; 6,058,998; 6,256,968; Canada 1,315,746; and their equivalent international patents.  
First Printing: 3/2005  
Item # T180-00233-000 (03/05)  
 

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