FoodSaver VAC550 - Manual (Page 8)

How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver
Bulk Storage and Square Canisters
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7 Close 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.)
8 Press 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.
9 Turn the knob on the canister lid so the arrow points to “Closed.”
1 0 Vacuum packaging is complete.
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.
IMPORTANT: Remember to remove the accessory hose from the
accessory port on the Vac 550 before you vacuum package in
FoodSaver Bags.
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.
1 Place the Vac 550 on a flat, dry surface and plug the power cord
into a standard electrical outlet.
2 Place the item(s) to be vacuum packaged inside the canister. Leave
at least one inch between the contents and the rim of the canister.
3 The canister lid is labeled “Open,”
“Vacuum,” and “Closed.” Turn the
knob on the canister lid so the arrow
points to “Vacuum.”
4 Place 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.