FoodSaver VS9000, User Manual

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Problem

Solution

Air was removed 
from the bag, but 
has come back into 
the bag

•   Leaks along the seal can be caused by wrinkles, crumbs, grease or liquids. 

Reopen bag, wipe the top inside of the bag and smooth it out along the 
sealing strip before resealing.

•   The release of natural gases or fermentation from foods, (such as fresh 

fruits and vegetables) may have occurred. Most vegetables require 
blanching prior to vacuum packing. See page 14 for more details. Open 
bag, if you think food has begun to spoil, discard food. Lack of refrigeration 
or fluctuating temperatures in the Refrigerator can cause food to spoil.

•   Check the bag for a puncture or hole, which may have released the 

vacuum. Cushion sharp edges in the contents of the bag with paper towels.

The Bag Melts:

•   Should sealing strip overheat and melt the bag, it may be necessary to lift 

the lid and allow sealing strip to cool for a few minutes.

•   Built-in safety shut-off may shut the appliance off if it becomes overheated. 

Allow the unit to cool down for 20 minutes and try again.

The FoodSaver

®

Container will not 
vacuum:

•   Make sure the rubber gasket on the container lid is free from food materials, 

crumbs, coffee grinds, etc.

•   Make sure the rim of the container does not have any cracks or scratches. 

Any gaps can prevent a vacuum from forming.

•   Make sure you aren’t filling the container too full prior to vacuum packaging. 

Never fill container past the MAX line marked.

NOTE:

 For all accessories, make sure the Accessory Hose is completely 

inserted into appliance and lid of accessory. Twist grey tab on Accessory Hose 
while inserting to ensure a tight fit.

The vacuum indicator 
bar lights are flashing 
on and off:

•  This mean the vacuum/sealing process has been stopped midway.
•  Either resume the vacuum/sealing process until complete or open the latch.