how do you vacuum seal it, just with the pump or with my food saver?
1935741
It isn't a compete vacuum system. Pressing the button on the top seals the cover itself. I love my containers. Best investment yet. Excellent Oxo quality
1935742
There is no vacuum seal with this container. It seals, period. Sealing and vacuum sealing are quite different. E.g. Putting the lid back on a paint container seals the paint in, air and all.
1935743
With the button on top of the container. You need a different type of container to use with a food saver.
1935744
Pushing down the button on the lid once it is in place is what creates the seal.
1935745
You push the top down once and it pushes out the air and creates a vacuum seal. It works very well.
1935746
I suppose it isn't a vacuum seal, but it definitely seals tightly. i never expected a vacuum seal. That is not something I need. By the way, I bought one at Kohl's that was faulty. The button on top pops back up, so it doesn't really seal, but it is still tight. I still haven't taken care of getting it exchanged. Hope this helps.
1935747
You seal this one with the button on top of the container. You need a different type of container to use with a food saver.
1935748
See the button on top? You push it down. It's simple. Easy to push. I'm not sure if they are like a food saver.
1935749
You just push the large button on top down and it creates the seal. They work great!
2168987
You need a vacuum sealing machine. They are really fantastic for any use. You can seal cooked food or fresh food, freeze the pouches or keep in refrigerator for a bit longer than otherwise. They even make a vacuum sealer with a hand unit as part of the kit. Check it out and do your research. The Sous Vide machine requires using these pouches for the water bath cooking.
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Yes, I always pull out the sealed bag a bit, maybe 1/4 or 1/2 inch, and seal again to make sure it is sealed for sure. I've had just one seal not heat well and there goes the vacuum and the food!
1255140
I don't know if the seal-a-meal will work. I use a vacuum sealer but I remember reading that other bags can be used but make sure and get out as much air as possible.
2030581
The unit comes with the vacuum hose to seal foodsaver jars and containers. The deli meat container comes with an attachment that hooks to the end of the vacuum seal to seal the deli containers. The hand held foodsaver vaccum won't work on the jars.
1430507
Yes, you can use a VACUUM-type sealer that sucks all the air out of the jar -- I do it all the time. Food Saver brand does it very well, as long as the unit is capable of sealing 'cannisters'.
1255139
You just need to get as much air out of the bag as possible to improve contact between it and the water. I just happen to already own a Food Saver machine so use it to vacuum and seal my food that I cook. The material I have read says a heavy duty ziplock bag work well also.
841397
I use my vacuum sealer to seal chopped chicken meat I purchase large amounts and it is great to put them in portion sizes and freeze... been doing this since I purchased the unit and have had no problem whatsoever! Great machine.
1741497
The best way to vacuum seal liquids or soups like chili is to freeze it in a flexible plastic container. Once frozen you can pop the frozen block out and vacuum seal it in a pre-made or customized FoodSaver bag. The best way to store all vegetables is to blanch them first, then cool, dry, vacuum package and freeze.
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1. Make sure edge of container and lid are clean, and the seal is well tucked in place.2. Place lid onto container. Press till it clicks in place.3. Use the small gray attachment. Apply vacuum till you hear pump sounds high .Vacuum should be maintained for at least 10 days. I have around 30 of these containers and have been using them for around 1 year.. With great success and satisfaction. These are the best and most convenient low priced products in the market. The only problem is that they are small. I wish they could make larger units.Enjoy this great product. 1. Make sure edge of container and lid are clean, and the seal is well tucked in place.2. Place lid onto container. Press till it clicks in place.3. Use the small gray attachment. Apply vacuum till you hear pump sounds high .Vacuum should be maintained for at least 10 days. I have around 30 of these containers and have been using them for around 1 year.. With great success and satisfaction. These are the best and most convenient low priced products in the market. The only problem is that they are small. I wish they could make larger units.Enjoy this great... » Read More 1. Make sure edge of container and lid are clean, and the seal is well tucked in place.2. Place lid onto container. Press till it clicks in place.3. Use the small gray attachment. Apply vacuum till you hear pump sounds high .Vacuum should be maintained for at least 10 days. I have around 30 of these containers and have been using them for around 1 year.. With great success and satisfaction. These are the best and most convenient low priced products in the market. The only problem is that they are small. I wish they could make larger units.Enjoy this great product. « Show Less
1404678
You need to buy a vacuum sealing machine or buy a kit with a sealeing in it. Check the bags you use for BPA considerations. The bags I use are.
1975869
Contact food saver directly for the gasket but the vacuum issue is probably the pump which they are suppose to fix free of charge
1716245
I solved that problem by putting the maker in the freezer overnight. Don't know why that worked, but it did--the low temperature broke the vacuum seal(?)
1607605
cut the plastic to size> seal one end with the heat seal to form a bottom> fill the bag with food and seal and vacuum to close
128110
I don't know the answer to that one. I only bought the item. I wouldn't use anything besides the Food Saver bags and the bags are available in a lot of places. I bought the roll at Sears where you can cut the bags to the right size according to the food you are putting in. You seal one side, put the food in and then vacuum and seal the other side. I saw the bags also at Walmart. The Food Saver bags have a different texture than Ziploc bags and I think the Ziploc bags probably wouldn't vacuum seal. I would call Food Saver direct or email them to answer your question 1 (877)777-8042 or www.foodsaver.com. I don't know the answer to that one. I only bought the item. I wouldn't use anything besides the Food Saver bags and the bags are available in a lot of places. I bought the roll at Sears where you can cut the bags to the right size according to the food you are putting in. You seal one side, put the food in and then vacuum and seal the other side. I saw the bags also at Walmart. The Food Saver bags have a different texture than Ziploc bags and I think the Ziploc bags probably wouldn't vacuum seal. I would call Food Saver direct or email them to answer your question 1 (877)777-8042 or... » Read More I don't know the answer to that one. I only bought the item. I wouldn't use anything besides the Food Saver bags and the bags are available in a lot of places. I bought the roll at Sears where you can cut the bags to the right size according to the food you are putting in. You seal one side, put the food in and then vacuum and seal the other side. I saw the bags also at Walmart. The Food Saver bags have a different texture than Ziploc bags and I think the Ziploc bags probably wouldn't vacuum seal. I would call Food Saver direct or email them to answer your question 1 (877)777-8042 or www.foodsaver.com. « Show Less
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I just go by the container we have the food in. When the absorbers are not working, you will not have a vacume seal. Just add a new one. I feel the lids to be sure they are all sucked inwards. I'm new to this so please let me know if there is a different way to tell :)Linda Russell
2035212
No problem..I only use the "seal only" feature..to seal my packaging (Not the vacuum). You dont need to turn anything off.. just follow the instructions placing the edge of the bag against the gold strip inside and press n seal! People that use the "vaccum" feature place the end of the bag inside the hollowed out portion inside which is a different place from where you do the "sealing".. The instructions will give you clarity and illustrations on how just to "seal" ( not vaccume).. Oh and to my delight.. this sealer will seal my own product bags so that youre not limited to just using the " seal o meal" bags! good luck! No problem..I only use the "seal only" feature..to seal my packaging (Not the vacuum). You dont need to turn anything off.. just follow the instructions placing the edge of the bag against the gold strip inside and press n seal! People that use the "vaccum" feature place the end of the bag inside the hollowed out portion inside which is a different place from where you do the "sealing".. The instructions will give you clarity and illustrations on how just to "seal" ( not vaccume).. Oh and to my delight.. this sealer will seal my own product bags so... » Read More No problem..I only use the "seal only" feature..to seal my packaging (Not the vacuum). You dont need to turn anything off.. just follow the instructions placing the edge of the bag against the gold strip inside and press n seal! People that use the "vaccum" feature place the end of the bag inside the hollowed out portion inside which is a different place from where you do the "sealing".. The instructions will give you clarity and illustrations on how just to "seal" ( not vaccume).. Oh and to my delight.. this sealer will seal my own product bags so that youre not limited to just using the " seal o meal" bags! good luck! « Show Less