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Problem  

Solution

Troubleshooting

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 in On position: Gaskets may be compressed. 

Turn Latch to Open or Store position 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.

• 

If Latch was left in On position for 5 minutes and not being 

used reminding user to turn Latch to Open or Store position.

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 down inside the Vacuum Channel. 

• 

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 on pg 10).

• 

 Latch has been left in On position: Gaskets may be compressed. 

Turn Latch to Open or Store position and allow 10 to 20 

minutes for Gaskets to expand.

• 

 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.

Gasket is 

loose or 

has a tear

• 

Take out the gasket, clean it and re-insert the Gasket into the 

Vacuum Channel (See Care and Cleaning on pg 10).

• 

If Gasket has minor damage remove, flip over and reinstall.

• 

Call customer service team for replacement.

Bag is not 

sealing 

properly

• 

Too much liquid in bag, freeze before vacuuming.

• 

Check for food debris around seal area. If present, take out 

the gasket, clean it and re-insert the Gasket into the Vacuum

 Channel (See Care and Cleaning on pg 10).

• 

 Bag has wrinkles: To prevent wrinkles in the seal, gently stretch 

bag flat while inserting bag into Vacuum Channel. 

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Summary of Contents for VS7850

Page 1: ...VS7850 User Guide...

Page 2: ...www FoodSaver com...

Page 3: ...odSaver Bag Vacuum Seal a FoodSaver Bag Vacuum Seal with FoodSaver Accessories Care Cleaning Storage Guide Guidelines Vacuum Sealing and Food Safety Food Preparation and Reheating Tips Sealing Non Foo...

Page 4: ...he temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating Never leave an appliance unattended while in use Do not use an appliance for any purpose other than its intended use D...

Page 5: ...n external timer or separate remote control system This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops offices and other working environmen...

Page 6: ...actable Accessory Adaptor Accessory Button Upper Foam Gasket Roll Cutter Bar Extra Wide Sealing Strip Removable Drip Tray Vacuum Channel Marinate Button Roll Storage Lower Foam Gasket Appliance Lid Up...

Page 7: ...ocess is finished 5 Vacuum Seal Button This button has two uses 1 Press to vacuum seal food airtight Appliance shuts off automatically 2 Press to pause vacuum process at any point 6 Moist Food Setting...

Page 8: ...l illuminate indicating unit is ready 4 Press Seal Button D to seal open end of bag Wait until Seal Indicator Light turns off CAUTION To reduce risk of burns do not touch sealing strip while using app...

Page 9: ...on G Power On Indicator Light will illuminate indicating unit is ready 7 Press Seal Button H to make seal for next bag While sealing you can slide bag cutter across I to remove bag G Open Store On Acc...

Page 10: ...open end of bag into Vacuum Channel B and close lid 3 Turn Latch to On position C 4 Press Vacuum Seal Button D to begin vacuum and sealing process of open end of bag Motor will continue to run until...

Page 11: ...and pull Retractable Accessory Adaptor A from appliance 2 Disassemble Accessory Adaptor to remove clear bottom portion from top handle Insert tip into port on Quick Marinator E 3 Press Marinate Butto...

Page 12: ...Channel during vacuum process Empty Drip Tray after each use Wash in warm soapy water or place in top rack of dishwasher Check for food residues in Drip Tray Slot Clean if needed Dry thoroughly before...

Page 13: ...e from being applied to internal sealing Gaskets of unit Always leave Latch in Store position when not in use Never store Lid in On position as Gaskets may become compressed and unit will not vacuum b...

Page 14: ...m Botulinum the organism that causes Botulism can grow without air and sometimes cannot be detected by smell or taste Although it is extremely rare it can be very dangerous To preserve foods safely it...

Page 15: ...ossible to pre freeze place a folded paper towel between meat or fish and top of bag but below seal area Leave paper towel in bag to absorb excess moisture and juices during vacuum sealing process NOT...

Page 16: ...nching they must be stored in freezer only IMPORTANT Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria Fresh mushrooms onions and garlic should never be vacuum sealed Preparation Guidelines for Leafy Vegetables F...

Page 17: ...seal soft or airy baked goods we recommend using a FoodSaver Container so they will hold their shape If using a bag pre freeze for 1 2 hours or until solidly frozen To save time make cookie dough pie...

Page 18: ...er at a low simmer below 75 C Preparation Guidelines for Make ahead Meals Leftovers and Sandwiches Efficiently store your make ahead meals leftovers and sandwiches in the stackable lightweight FoodSav...

Page 19: ...ake a spout for drinking or pouring Boating If you re going sailing or boating you can vacuum seal your food extra batteries memory cards cash identification cards boating license and a dry change of...

Page 20: ...el 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 a...

Page 21: ...d be discarded Faulty bag Bag could be punctured Try another bag Bag melts Sealing Strip may have become too hot Always wait at least 20 seconds for appliance to cool down before you vacuum seal anoth...

Page 22: ...20 Notes...

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