Getting the Most Out of Your Pac ‘N Vac Products
The benefits of Pac N’ Vac vacuum food storage containers
Using your Pac ‘n Vac vacuum food storage containers
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1. Place food in container
![clip_closed](https://www.pacnvac.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/clip_closed-300x300.jpg)
2. Close lid and fold down lid clips
![1_3_lever_closed](https://www.pacnvac.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/1_3_lever_closed-300x300.jpg)
3. Press the unique vacuum button closed
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4. Push down on either side of the vacuum button 2 or 3 times
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5. Store as per normal
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6. Before opening box, open the vacuum button
![valve_open](https://www.pacnvac.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/valve_open-300x300.jpg)
Microwaving? Ensure vacuum button is OPEN.
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Dishwashing? Always wash lids on top rack of dishwasher and ensure vacuum button is CLOSED.
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Safety and cleaning
- Fresh and perishable foods should always be stored in a fridge or freezer.
- Always abide by the product’s expiry date and handling recommendations.
- Do not use containers in conventional ovens, under a grill, in a broiler, on a hob or in a convection oven.
- Caution – containers may retain heat when cooking in a microwave.
- Allow foods to cool before vacuum sealing.
- Before first use, wash with warm, soapy water, rinse and dry all parts completely.
- If dishwashing, place lids on top rack of dishwasher and ensure vacuum button is closed
- Do not use abrasive cleaners
WARNING: contains small parts (button valve) which may present choking hazard to children.
Troubleshooting
Mending the seal
Mending the valve
If the container won’t maintain a seal:
- Make sure vacuum button is in closed position.
- Check silicone vent and vacuum indicator are seated properly and check for holes, cracks or tears. Replace if necessary.
- Check silicone seal around outer edge of lid making sure it is aligned correctly, clean and fits snugly in place.
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Silicone vent and vacuum indicator seating properly
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Silicone vent and vacuum indicator not seating properly
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Top: lid seal corner not seating properly – ensure it fits exactly within the corner cutouts (bottom picture)
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Top: lid seal not seating properly – ensure it fits smooth and flush in its channel (bottom picture)
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