FoodSaver Vac1050 - Manual (Page 20)

Troubleshooting
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The Mason Jar Will Not Vacuum:
1 Make sure the Jar Sealer is centered and pressed firmly over the
lid on the Mason jar.
2 Make sure the rubber gasket on the Jar Sealer lid is free from
food materials, crumbs, etc.
3 Make sure the rim of the Mason jar does not have any cracks or
scratches. Any gaps can prevent a vacuum from forming.
4 Make sure you aren’t filling the Mason jar too full prior to
vacuum packaging. Always leave at least one inch (1")
between the contents and the lid.
5 Make sure the metal lid of the Mason jar is not bent.
6 Make sure the Accessory Hose is securely in the Accessory Port on
the appliance and on the Jar Sealer.
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The Bag Melts:
1 The Sealing Strip may have become too hot. Always wait at least
20 seconds for the appliance to cool down before vacuuming
and/or sealing another bag.
The Bag Will Not Seal:
1 Wait 20 minutes to allow the appliance to cool off, then try using
it again. The appliance will shut off automatically if it becomes
too hot. To help prevent the appliance from becoming too hot:
a. Wait at least 20 seconds for the appliance to cool down after
vacuum packaging and/or sealing before attempting to vacuum
and/or seal another bag.
b. Keep the lid open before vacuuming and/or sealing another bag.
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