Welcome
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL
You have just purchased an appliance that will soon
have you wondering how you ever got by without
it. The FoodSaver Vac 550 is so convenient and
versatile, you’ll find yourself using it every day. We
guarantee that if you make room for it on your
countertop, you will quickly see how indispensable
it becomes in your kitchen.
Foods Will Keep Their “Just Bought” Freshness,
Flavor, and Nutritional Value 3 to 5 Times Longer.
◗ Meats, poultry, fish, and produce stay fresh and
flavorful in your freezer.
◗ No more freezer burn.
◗ Foods stay fresh longer in your refrigerator.
◗ Dry ingredients stay fresh and insect-free in
the pantry.
You’ll Save Money, Time, and Effort.
◗ Buy in bulk to reduce your grocery bills.
◗ Repackage your purchases in portions sized for
your family’s needs.
◗ Prepare meals in advance so when you don’t have
time to cook, you and your family will still have
great-tasting homemade meals.
◗ Take bags right from the freezer or refrigerator
and boil or microwave.
◗ Reduce waste and spoilage.
◗ Prepare your own healthy frozen dinners. You
control serving portions, calories, and nutritional
content.
◗ Make and deliver home-cooked meals to those
who can’t get out.
◗ Keep non-food items dry and free of dust and mold.
◗ Stop silver from tarnishing because the metal is
not exposed to air.
Table of Contents
THE FOODSAVER USER MANUAL
1
Welcome
2 The FoodSaver Vac 550
4 FoodSaver Accessories
Operating Instructions: How to...
6 Make a Bag with FoodSaver Rolls
8 Vacuum Package Using Ready-Made and
Custom-Made FoodSaver Bags
10 Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Designer Canisters
12 Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bulk Storage and
Square Canisters
14 Vacuum Package Using the FoodSaver Jar Sealer with Mason Jars
16 Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Universal Lids
18 Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers
20 Care and Cleaning Instructions
21 Food Preparation and Storage Guide
30 Important Safeguards
31 Troubleshooting
34 Marinating Recipes
39 Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items
40 Warranty and Service Information
