FoodSaver V2040 Vacuum-Packaging System, White
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: FoodSaverBrand: FoodSaver
Release Date: 2007-06-01
Model: T000-36020
Color: White
Product features:
- Vacuum-packaging system keeps food fresh longer
- Push-and-lock latch; hands-free operation; crush-free instant seal
- Canister mode and accessory port; anti-bacterial drip tray
- Includes bags and bag material, accessory hose, and hose storage clips
- Measures 14-3/4 by 9 by 3-1/2 inches; 1-year limited warranty
- FoodSaver T01-0029-01 8-Inch Roll, Single Pack
- FoodSaver 3-Quart Open Stock Canister
- FoodSaver 1.5-Quart Designer Canister
- FoodSaver 2.5-Quart Designer Canister
- FoodSaver 1-Quart Designer Canister
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of FoodSaver V2040 Vacuum-Packaging System, White
Customer Review: Worked great. Exactly once.
Summary: 1 Stars
My old Food-saver died, so I replaced it with this model.
The first time I used it-to seal about 10 bags- it worked great. The lid latches when you put a bag into it, and that makes the whole process hands-free and much easier. It pulled a pretty good vacuum, and I got good seals on a collection of new and re-used bags.
It does seem to take more space at the top- 2" or so- to get a seal. There doesn't seem to be any reason for this gap other than to sell more bags-but that was a minor irritation.
It also came with two little foam inserts that prevent the lid from resting on the base when you store it. This was supposedly a major problem with the older units, resulting in a deformed gasket which didn't allow for good seals.
The second time I tried to use this product, it wouldn't pull a consistent vacuum. On some bags it would have a great vacuum, while on others it would barely pull any air out of the bag at all before it sealed. It didn't seem to matter whether they were new or reused bags, how far into the trough I put the top of the bag, what side of the bag was up, how full the bag was, or anything else I could determine.
It took forever to get 10 bags sealed. I ended up trying most of them multiple times, tossing some bags away, and saying "good enough" to a number of bags that still had air in them. I could have done better with a straw and a ziploc bag.
Lucky it was only 3 weeks since I bought it, and I was able to return it for a refund to BiMart. After seeing the other reviews, and my own experience, I did not take an exchange. Not sure what I will try next, as the FoodSaver products seem to set new standards for expensive, cheaply made junk.
Update: I just bought a Kenmore (Sears) sealer for about $100. It doesn't look to be of much higher quality, and in fact looks like the same company built it. But for another $13, Sears will give you a 3 year warranty (that I will no doubt need) which makes the quality of this product their problem.
Description of FoodSaver V2040 Vacuum-Packaging System, White
FoodSaver Products, America's #1 Selling Brand of Home Vacuum Packaging Systems, has helped millions of households keep food fresh longer in the refrigerator, freezer and pantry. The FoodSaver system is designed to remove air and extend the freshness of food up to five times longer than conventional storage methods. The new V2040 Vacuum sealer kit includes (1) 11" x 10" roll, (1) 3-quart size bags, (2) 1-gallon size bags, accessory hose and hose storage clips. This item has a push and lock latch, with an easy to clean antibacterial drip tray. This full sized vacuum channel has a crsuh free instant seal and hands free operation.Vacuum Sealers
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