FoodSaver V3820 User Manual

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User Manual & Recipe Book
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FoodSaver V3820 Specifications

General

Brand	FoodSaver
Model	V3820
Category	Kitchen Appliances
Language	English

Summary

Important Safeguards and Tips

Important Safeguards

Essential safety precautions to follow when using the appliance.

Features of Your FoodSaver Appliance

Controls and Indicator Lights

Seal/Stop Button

Auto Bag Sensing

Extra-wide Sealing Strip

Appliance Controls and Operation

Power Button

Button to start the appliance and turn it off.

Tray Full Indicator

Speed Settings Button

Accessory Mode Button

Marinate Mode Button

Activates a special Quick Marinate Cycle for food.

Seal Indicator Light

Seal/Stop Button

Stops vacuum and seals the bag, or creates seals for bags.

Adjustable Food Settings Button

Removing Air from a Bag

Motor Operation Issues

Make a Bag from a FoodSaver Roll

Step-by-Step Bag Creation

Detailed steps for creating a sealed bag from a roll.

Vacuum Seal with FoodSaver Bags

Sealing Process

Instructions for vacuum sealing items using pre-made bags.

Vacuum Packaging and Food Safety

Principles of Vacuum Packaging

Explains how vacuum sealing extends food life and important safety reminders.

Food Preparation Guidelines

Guidance on preparing various foods like meat, vegetables, fruits, and liquids.

Storage Guide

Meat, Cheese, Vegetables, Fruits Storage

Recommended storage life and accessories for various foods.

Baked Goods, Coffee, Snacks, Liquids Storage

Storage recommendations and accessory use for pantry and freezer items.

Care and Cleaning

Appliance Cleaning Instructions

Drip Tray and Bag Detection Tray Cleaning

Marinating with your FoodSaver Appliance

Quick Marinate Cycle

Using the special cycle and canister for faster, flavorful marinating.

Trouble-Shooting

Red Seal LED Flashing

Solutions for issues related to the red seal LED light.

Vacuum Pump Not Evacuating

Troubleshooting steps when the vacuum pump is running but not evacuating.

Bag Not Sealing Properly

Solutions for problems with the bag not sealing correctly.

No Lights on Control Panel

Steps to take if there are no lights on the appliance's control panel.

Nothing Happens When Bag Inserted

Troubleshooting steps for when the appliance does not respond to bag insertion.

Moist LED Flashing