OMG. Thank you. I was so cranky and tired today. I just wanted to figure out how to use this thing and get it done. But all the other videos had a bunch of yapping about why they use the Food Saver and what it is for. Like duh. It's obvious and we don't need all of that, LOL. So thank you for just giving the instructions and making it simple!!!
Thank You so much for this video. I had used my old seal/vac for over 30 years. When it finally "sealed its last bag", I had to buy a new one. I didn't want an appliance that would outlive me, so I bought one of the cheap ones. It knew how to seal but didn't have the"oomph" to do the vacuum. Back it went and when the saleslady showed me the Food Savers, I said, "why not?". Your video made me brave enough to open the box and get going!
I won't ever use the zip lock seal bags! I would like to see the hose unit on jar and marinade containers! Quick and simple demo of other operations of this unit though!
Thank you for the instructions on how to use this. Very thorough. FoodSaver on the other hand... well, they're pretty useless when it comes to their "instructional" videos on this product. So again, THANK YOU! They should pay you for doing this vid.
THANK YOU! Got a FoodSaver for Christmas and, as Punk Nugget mentioned, the instructions were pretty useless (let's just say they aren't first-time user friendly). After watching your video I'm going to unbox my FoodSaver and play!
Don't ever be a dummy like me...or get so frustrated to the point of wanting to slam this machine to the ground lol. If yours is not vacuuming well check the first seal that you made i also recommend sealing it twice before putting stuff in and vacuuming. Mine wasn't vacuuming right and I realized the other end had a gap in it. So I wanted to put that out for anyone who also may have that issue and to help avoid that issue for other folks.
@@gracie3174 Also I was stopping before the seal light stopped blinking. Make sure the light is completely off before removing the bag. Same when vacuuming, the vacuum light will blink and the seal one will after. If you have any more questions or anything let me know and I will try to help.
@@ambertaylor4554 awww Amber, how kind of you. Thanks for the tips! I’ll remember to watch for the light to go off! I saw another answer that said if you had your sealer locked when not in use it might need to sit 20 minutes until the gaskets can expand. Apparently your not supposed to keep it lock when not using. I’m going to try it again after 20 minutes! Thank you so much for offering to help! Blessings!
@@gracie3174 No problem! And that other comment makes sense too. I don't know if yours says it but on the right side of mine it where the latch is it has a position that says store, and try to put it there when it's not in use.
I just bought the food saver for the first time and is the attachment sealer when you close the bag and it vacuum does the vacuum automatically go off by itself help 🙏🏻
@@evolu5144 Actually I got it working. I tried an empty bag and it worked. I then determined my bag had too much food, even though it appeared to be ok. So I placed less food in the bag and it worked. It's been working ever since.
I think garlic is great for vacuum seal to add to your fridge but best not to freeze. I wouldn't recommend sprouts, cabbage, and mushrooms as they don't necessarily keep well in there and continue to brown etc
In your description, it's VS3000, but the item model number in your video review is VS3196. I couldn't find VS3000 nor VS3196, but it's pretty similar to VS3150 in Amazon(US). Why is that?
Hm, great question. I know that in Canada, it is advertised as the FoodSaver 3000. Here's an example www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/foodsaver-3000-vacuum-sealing-system-0432772p.html Maybe, this model has a different model number depending in the US vs Canada? Maybe reach out to them directly
Do you know how to use Food Saver attachments with this machine? My older machine just quit and I bought this machine at Sams. I can’t figure out how to use my jar sealer or my canisters with this machine. Thank you!
You can't use your FoodSaver jar lid accessories with this one - and they never bother to mention it on the box or in their advertising. You will have to buy a hand operated brake bleeder if you want to use your FoodSaver jar accessories.
@@MarysHappyBelly Thanks for confirming. It's definitely helpful to know it's not a defective machine. And yes that appears to be the only time it makes the sound. Yesterday I cooked salmon I had seasoned and vacuum sealed a few days prior. It really made such a difference in the flavors going all through the salmon.
@@MarysHappyBelly Where is that sold? There is no portal to plug in the accessory. I bought the regular accessories for wide mouth and regular jars - but neither of them will work with this machine.
I don't think so. Based on my research online, the Foodsaver mason jar sealer nossle is different. They have a dedicated sealer to use for the jars and containers
Don't buy this model - it won't accept FoodSaver jar accessories - there is no port in this machine to plug in accessories. Way too expensive even on 50% off sale.
Hello Nancye, It is not recommended for the game saver bags. However, for the resealable ones, I say that you can wash and reuse as long it was sealed vegetables rather than raw meat etc.
Appreciate your comment. You can press seal before cutting the bag. In this demo, I precut the bag size and sealed both ends instead so it's easier to place the items inside the bag
Hello,I believe I have the same as yours,the box says VS3170 but manual says VS3000 series..anyways I have a question…can it be used on mason jars? I believe it can be but I have no clue how to use it and it doesn’t show on manual or maybe it needs another attachment,do you know?
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I purchased this at Cosco on sale - assuming I could use accessories with it to vacuum seal mason jars that I use for dry goods - but this model at over $100 on sale doesn't seal jars with the FoodSaver jar accessories - there is no port in the machine and the handheld device is only for the prepared bags sold by FoodSaver. I am very disappointed and am forced to use a handheld brake bleeder tool to use my jars - what a horrible thing to sell - they should include a disclaimer that this machine, although not cheap, doesn't do the job unless you only use their supplies to seal your food.
This is a terrible video and not a true unboxing. Where's the tape or the other things you have to remove? You need a phone holder so you can use both hands. Also what back button? You never show it.
OMG. Thank you. I was so cranky and tired today. I just wanted to figure out how to use this thing and get it done. But all the other videos had a bunch of yapping about why they use the Food Saver and what it is for. Like duh. It's obvious and we don't need all of that, LOL. So thank you for just giving the instructions and making it simple!!!
Thank you! I don't like to read through complicated instructions too
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I appreciate this, Mary! This is far easier to understand than the written instructions. Thank you for making my latest kitchen tool easier to use!
Thank you for the feedback! I am happy to hear
Thank You so much for this video. I had used my old seal/vac for over 30 years. When it finally "sealed its last bag", I had to buy a new one. I didn't want an appliance that would outlive me, so I bought one of the cheap ones. It knew how to seal but didn't have the"oomph" to do the vacuum. Back it went and when the saleslady showed me the Food Savers, I said, "why not?". Your video made me brave enough to open the box and get going!
Wow, your first one lasted a very long time. I had mine for over a year and it's still in good conditio! Thank you for the kind words. Happy sealing!
Thanks Mary. Very informative video with easy to follow directions on how to use the food saver.
Much appreciated!
Thank you so much Rob!
I won't ever use the zip lock seal bags! I would like to see the hose unit on jar and marinade containers! Quick and simple demo of other operations of this unit though!
Thank you for the instructions on how to use this. Very thorough. FoodSaver on the other hand... well, they're pretty useless when it comes to their "instructional" videos on this product. So again, THANK YOU! They should pay you for doing this vid.
You're welcome and thank you for your kind words.
THANK YOU! Got a FoodSaver for Christmas and, as Punk Nugget mentioned, the instructions were pretty useless (let's just say they aren't first-time user friendly). After watching your video I'm going to unbox my FoodSaver and play!
That is great to hear. I agree with you that the instructions could have been much more clear!
Wow … Thank you Mary for a great tutorial. I just up graded to a new model and was a bit confused with there directions.
You're welcome! Thank you as well for watching. That is exciting you upgraded our model
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Don't ever be a dummy like me...or get so frustrated to the point of wanting to slam this machine to the ground lol. If yours is not vacuuming well check the first seal that you made i also recommend sealing it twice before putting stuff in and vacuuming. Mine wasn't vacuuming right and I realized the other end had a gap in it. So I wanted to put that out for anyone who also may have that issue and to help avoid that issue for other folks.
Thank you…my new food saver won’t vacuum out the air and customer service is closed. I’ll try your idea. Thank you.
@@gracie3174 Also I was stopping before the seal light stopped blinking. Make sure the light is completely off before removing the bag. Same when vacuuming, the vacuum light will blink and the seal one will after. If you have any more questions or anything let me know and I will try to help.
@@ambertaylor4554 awww Amber, how kind of you. Thanks for the tips! I’ll remember to watch for the light to go off!
I saw another answer that said if you had your sealer locked when not in use it might need to sit 20 minutes until the gaskets can expand. Apparently your not supposed to keep it lock when not using. I’m going to try it again after 20 minutes!
Thank you so much for offering to help! Blessings!
@@gracie3174 No problem! And that other comment makes sense too. I don't know if yours says it but on the right side of mine it where the latch is it has a position that says store, and try to put it there when it's not in use.
@@ambertaylor4554 yes Amber…I’m praying that is the problem. I just bought it so it’s no a wear issue…it just might be that! 🙏
Rather than fighting the lid, open it a little further and it will stay in place.
Thank you for this great review. After watching this I am now confident I can use it properly!😁👍🏼👍🏼
That is wonderful to hear!
I wonder the difference between this one and the more expensive one that’s bigger?
I just bought the food saver for the first time and is the attachment sealer when you close the bag and it vacuum does the vacuum automatically go off by itself help 🙏🏻
It shouldn't start vacuum sealing by itself unless you press the seal button
Thank you! Have this one and now I know how to work it.
Oh Mary great demo 😉
Thank you!
Thank you. Their instructions suck. I needed this!
Great Vid! Thanks for your assistance.
Brand new out of the box and I can't get the vacuum to work. Motor makes noise for minutes but no air is removed from the bag
Oh shoot. I hope you can get a replacement
@@MarysHappyBelly I contacted Foodsaver yesterday so hopefully someone will get back to me. Thanks for your video.
@@puglydoodle same experience. How is it going with your issue?
@@evolu5144 Actually I got it working. I tried an empty bag and it worked. I then determined my bag had too much food, even though it appeared to be ok. So I placed less food in the bag and it worked. It's been working ever since.
Thank you so very much you made my life so much easier I can just plug-in go by watching your video thank you so much so appreciative!👏👏😊
You're so welcome!!
The handheld sealer did not seal the bag?
Can we use this machine for packaging and long shelf life of peeled garlic and sprouts . Please reply
There are great Foodsaver bags that are great for packaging. You can seal or vacuum seal your products
I think garlic is great for vacuum seal to add to your fridge but best not to freeze. I wouldn't recommend sprouts, cabbage, and mushrooms as they don't necessarily keep well in there and continue to brown etc
Thank you.... Mary's
@@MarysHappyBelly Thank you for sharing.
@@jnorth9702 You're welcome!
In your description, it's VS3000, but the item model number in your video review is VS3196. I couldn't find VS3000 nor VS3196, but it's pretty similar to VS3150 in Amazon(US). Why is that?
Hm, great question. I know that in Canada, it is advertised as the FoodSaver 3000. Here's an example www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/foodsaver-3000-vacuum-sealing-system-0432772p.html
Maybe, this model has a different model number depending in the US vs Canada? Maybe reach out to them directly
To turn to operate position, is it tight to turn?
Not too tight but it is not loose. Hope that helps
Just bought one and doing as you show, but it's still not sucking the air out
Do you know how to use Food Saver attachments with this machine? My older machine just quit and I bought this machine at Sams. I can’t figure out how to use my jar sealer or my canisters with this machine. Thank you!
You can't use your FoodSaver jar lid accessories with this one - and they never bother to mention it on the box or in their advertising. You will have to buy a hand operated brake bleeder if you want to use your FoodSaver jar accessories.
When using the handheld tool with a ziploc bag food saver bag does the light automatically turnover when finished? Or you control it?
Great question. It automatically turns off and if it's not enough time, you press the button again to activate the suction
@@MarysHappyBelly Thank you - Mine doesn’t seem to shut off. I will look into.
When I press vacuum after placing the items in the bag, it's making a loud sound. Is that normal? Or am I doing something wrong?
There is a loud sound for when it is vacuuming but not when the machine is plugged in. Hope this helps
@@MarysHappyBelly Thanks for confirming. It's definitely helpful to know it's not a defective machine. And yes that appears to be the only time it makes the sound. Yesterday I cooked salmon I had seasoned and vacuum sealed a few days prior. It really made such a difference in the flavors going all through the salmon.
@@lisubuf8608 Sounds yummy. This machine is definitely a must-have!
Does it make a loud noise when you vacuum seal it???
It does make noise but it is not loud like a blender. Hope that helps
I would like to see how to use this model with your jar sealer.
I think the jar sealer is a different attachment sealer for it
@@MarysHappyBelly Where is that sold? There is no portal to plug in the accessory. I bought the regular accessories for wide mouth and regular jars - but neither of them will work with this machine.
Are you able to use the mason jar vacuum attachment with this model?
Did you ever figure this out for the mason jars?
I don't think so. Based on my research online, the Foodsaver mason jar sealer nossle is different. They have a dedicated sealer to use for the jars and containers
I WANT to buy one on amazon. My question is...can I just buy any plastic rollls?
Yes, there are many Foodsaver bags on Amazon. The box comes with some already
Don't buy this model - it won't accept FoodSaver jar accessories - there is no port in this machine to plug in accessories. Way too expensive even on 50% off sale.
@@sylviasmart818 You are right, the vacuum accessory doesn't work for jars
What do they mean dry or moist? Would the lemongrass be considered dry?
You're right! 😊
Thank You Mary!
Hi, can the Foodsaver bags (the ones you used with the handheld) be washed and reused?
Hello Nancye, It is not recommended for the game saver bags. However, for the resealable ones, I say that you can wash and reuse as long it was sealed vegetables rather than raw meat etc.
Can you use it to seal jars?
no
You're missing a step, you should press the seal button before cutting the bag, this will prep the bottom for your next bag.
Appreciate your comment. You can press seal before cutting the bag. In this demo, I precut the bag size and sealed both ends instead so it's easier to place the items inside the bag
The FS lid will open all the way and stay up while you roll you bags.
Thank you for letting me know!
Great video Mary 👏
Thank you Dao! It was challenging to tape with one hand while the other one presses buttons but I did it! 😊
Thaaaaaanks!!! Great tutorial!
Hello is this stainless steel? Or a painted grey?
It is grey coloured plastic so it's pretty light. Not stainless steel
@@MarysHappyBelly thank you!
Big fail no port for other products such as mason jars returned mine and getting the cheaper model
Me, too. I was very disappointed.
is the voltage 110V and 220/230V? (dual use) ?
Thanks
Hello,I believe I have the same as yours,the box says VS3170 but manual says VS3000 series..anyways I have a question…can it be used on mason jars? I believe it can be but I have no clue how to use it and it doesn’t show on manual or maybe it needs another attachment,do you know?
How does the food tastes after opening it up from the freezer? Does it taste like plastic? Just wondering I heard someone say that. Thank you.
No, the food doesn't taste like plastic...at least I have never noticed that before
Mine is not sucking all the air out
Hm... is that the case every time, or just sometimes? It sounds like trial and error for now to figure out why
Wish you would have walked through every single step, such as the latch turning.
Thank you for the feedback for when I do future appliance videos
its very hard to hear what youre saying
Needs a much longer power cord. Way, way to short
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Are you lost, cause I don't think you're in Ohio anymore..
Amen!
She does not say how to put and place the roll
I purchased this at Cosco on sale - assuming I could use accessories with it to vacuum seal mason jars that I use for dry goods - but this model at over $100 on sale doesn't seal jars with the FoodSaver jar accessories - there is no port in the machine and the handheld device is only for the prepared bags sold by FoodSaver. I am very disappointed and am forced to use a handheld brake bleeder tool to use my jars - what a horrible thing to sell - they should include a disclaimer that this machine, although not cheap, doesn't do the job unless you only use their supplies to seal your food.
You cant use it on jars fool,all food sealers only use bags.you sure have detelligence
@@mikemills8568 you are the fool...the other models DO allow you to seal jars. Get a life
You are so right! Nit one word about not having the ability to vacuum jars and other previous containers they sold! That's dishonest!
@@mikemills8568 Always a chuckle to hear from the completely ill-informed numbnuts faction. And the arrogance on top; nice bonus. Thank you.
This is a terrible video and not a true unboxing. Where's the tape or the other things you have to remove? You need a phone holder so you can use both hands. Also what back button? You never show it.
Buy a tripod as well, so it wouldn’t be frustrating to watch you struggling!
Thank you for the feedback!
"Lets look at the controlls at the top" So you can say that part in english, did you suddenly forget how to english with the following sentence???