Does this vacuum AND seal? It's unclear if it provides both functions.
524879
The bags have a Ziploc type top. You then vacuum out the air. It works great for me, but I have had one bag that would not vacuum seal. Probably a tiny hole in it some where. Figured it was a factory defect which will happen.
524880
Yes, it both vacuums and seals...you seal the bag first and then vacuum the air out. If you are freezing something, be sure that you leave extra space when you close the bag (per instructions).
524881
This smartvac Powerful, compact vacuum system seals food in ZIP-bags. There is a spot (hole if you will) where it vacuums and then seals it, but the bags are reusable, so I am not sure if the sealer just plugs the hole or heats it. I would think plugs the hole. I can find out more on Monday when the customer service department is here.
524882
The bags have a special contraption on them where the tip of the vacuum is placed. The bags are zipped tightly (like a ziplock only way better), and then you put the tip of the vacuum on the seal spot and hold the trigger until it is sealed. The bags are reusable, washable, boilable, etc., and cost about $1/bag on Amazon for the smaller size.
1150331
HiI've used other vacuum bags when I wanted to rewrap cheeses and meats that I received from friends with different machines. I assume that would apply to the bags you're asking about. Vacuum and heat seal worked good on other bags. I hope that helps.
1905982
We have not found that to be the case with this vacuum cleaner. I know what you are talking about, but the answer is no, it does not.
128108
They will remove some of the air and will seal them but don't really work for anything that that you really want to vacuum seal. I use it only for things I'm going to use in a few days. That's the best I can help.
877920
Yes, but the unit only vacuums if it is underwater. Turn it on out of the water and then immerse it. Take it out of the water before you turn it off. The vacuum running creates internal pressure which helps seal the unit when immersed.
315515
Yes for cleaning. But the seal is tight and designed only to be taken on and off for cleaning & maintenance.
811872
I don't know anything about seal-a-meal. the machine vacuum packs. I only useDeni bags.
121556
It slides on and off when you hold the button that opens the air valve. It does not create a vacuum seal regardless of what the description says.
1209483
Yes it has a built-in sealer. I do not recommend this device. You will have to pump it 50 times (yes 50) in order for it to remove the air. I have not checked, but I would bet that there are other devices that work just as good and that you do not need to pump so many times. The feature that convinced me to buy it was the food grade silicone. If not for the number of times to pump, it would be a good device. I would guess that this is the reason they are selling it so cheaply. Again, I would look to other such devices. Best of luck.
873839
It can clean up anything a regular vacuum can , but will not handle as much volume. And no it does not have blowing capability.
10652
Most of the foodsaver models allow you to seal before it vacuums all the air out. Be sure to get a model with the drip tray. it comes with a good instruction book. Ours is much older and we love it.
1537231
There is a stop button, but to be honest, with previous vacuum sealers (I have not tried with this one) my luck with finding that perfect point between nearly sealed and very squished is tough. YMMV.
1653187
This will not do that. It is a light vacuum. You need to be a sealer to do that.
888618
This machine is a suction-type vac sealer so requires a bag / roll with a pattern (like VacMaster) or embossment (like Foodsaver). Smooth bags will collapse not letting the air to be sucked out. Altho some ppl will tell you to put a wrinkle or a banding strip down the middle, I find this not worth the time. Stick with the suction bags / rolls and all will be good! (speaking of experience)
1841126
There is an accessory that allows you to vacuum seal jars. I bought it but have not used it yet. However, if it works as well as the rest of the unit and accessories, it should be fine.
356535
Yes. I tested mine and the seal is complete. I find this accessory to be of good quality and functional. Have had no problems and use it often
1357218
Yes, you can. But just push the seal button and open the unit after about 5 to 7 seconds. No vacuum.