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can this seal mylar bags?
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<div class="bvseo-author">Asked by: Minon Bob</div>
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Hello, Thank you for your inquiry regarding our FM5200 2-in-1 Automatic Vacuum Sealer Machine. Our vacuum sealers have been tested and proven to work effectively with FoodSaver bags and rolls. However, we do not have information regarding compatibility with mylar bags. If you have more questions, please reach out to us directly. You can do so via the 'Contact Us' page on our official website. We're available Monday to Friday from 9am - 5pm. Thank you, FoodSaver Consumer Care.
<div class="bvseo-author">Answered by: FoodSaver Brand</div>
<div class="bvseo-pubdate">Date published: 2025-06-12</div>
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Does the 5200 have an accessories port to can jars?
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<div class="bvseo-author">Asked by: Topher89117</div>
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Hello, Thank you for reaching out. Yes, the FoodSaver FM5200 does have an accessory port that allows you to vacuum seal jars using a jar sealer attachment (sold separately). You can use it to seal mason jars, marinate food, or vacuum-seal containers. If you have any additional questions, please don&rsquo;t hesitate to contact us on Messenger, at https://www.foodsaver.com/support/contact-us, 1-877-777-8042, or through LiveChat. Our team is available Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm Eastern Time. Thank you! FoodSaver Consumer Care
<div class="bvseo-author">Answered by: FoodSaver Consumer Care</div>
<div class="bvseo-pubdate">Date published: 2025-02-25</div>
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Is it very noisy?
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<div class="bvseo-author">Asked by: Aida</div>
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Hello! It's hard to tell if they are &quot;very&quot; noisy - they make sounds of course, but not too loud. Should you require any further assistance, please kindly reach out to us directly via our official &quot;Contact Us&quot; page. Thank you! FoodSaver Consumer Care
<div class="bvseo-author">Answered by: FoodSaver Consumer Care</div>
<div class="bvseo-pubdate">Date published: 2024-10-29</div>
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I am currently using a V3240 which I have had for 8 years. Recently it has begun to not seal some of my bags as tightly as it used to. Is it starting to wear out? How long can I expect it to last?
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<div class="bvseo-author">Asked by: Desertgirl</div>
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Hello, In order to assist you further with your inquiry, we would like to kindly ask you to contact us directly. You can reach us via https://www.foodsaver.com/support/contact-us or through LiveChat. We&rsquo;re available Mon.-Fri. 9am -5pm Eastern Time. Thank you!&nbsp; FoodSaver&reg; Consumer Care
<div class="bvseo-author">Answered by: FoodSaver Consumer Care</div>
<div class="bvseo-pubdate">Date published: 2024-08-22</div>
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What Food Saver unit replaced the V3460
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<div class="bvseo-author">Asked by: Treefarmer</div>
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Hello! Our newer models have expanded on the functionally. However, the V4440 is comparable to V3460. If you have any more questions, please reach out to us via https://www.foodsaver.com/support/contact-us or through LiveChat. We&rsquo;re available Mon.-Fri. 9am -5pm Eastern Time. Thank you! FoodSaver&reg; Consumer Care
<div class="bvseo-author">Answered by: FoodSaver Consumer Care</div>
<div class="bvseo-pubdate">Date published: 2024-05-27</div>
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Work well for sous vide? I see there is no specific setting for sous vide like other Food Saver models.
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<div class="bvseo-author">Asked by: OhMy</div>
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Hello! All of our bags and rolls are sous vide safe, so if you vacuum seal them with this unit, you can use them for this type of cooking safely. If you have any more questions, please reach out to us via https://www.foodsaver.com/support/contact-us or through LiveChat. We&rsquo;re available Mon.-Fri. 9am -5pm Eastern Time. Thank you! FoodSaver&reg; Consumer Care
<div class="bvseo-author">Answered by: FoodSaver Consumer Care</div>
<div class="bvseo-pubdate">Date published: 2024-03-28</div>
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should food be frozen before sealing with food saver?
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<div class="bvseo-author">Asked by: RHPInc</div>
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Hello RHPInc, We recommend you pre-freeze meats and other moist foods for 1-2 hours before vacuum sealing. Excess liquids from moist foods can cause the unit not to vacuum, and permanent damage can occur. Thank you! FoodSaver&reg; Consumer Care
<div class="bvseo-author">Answered by: FoodSaver Consumer Care</div>
<div class="bvseo-pubdate">Date published: 2023-07-21</div>
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I have had FSavers for over 25 yrs.I now have your poorly designed FM5480.I'm having problems with hit-or-miss sealing.I think I need a new heating strip, but of course, I cannot find a replacement on your website.So sad your quality has gone down so much
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<div class="bvseo-author">Asked by: No Longer a Foodsaver Fan</div>
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Hello, We are sorry to hear about your sealing experience with your FM5480. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this has caused while reiterating our commitment to serving you better. We will like the opportunity to turn around this experience for you. Please reach out to us via https://www.foodsaver.com/support/contact-us or through LiveChat. We&rsquo;re available Mon.-Fri. 9 am -5 pm Eastern Time. Thank you! FoodSaver&reg; Consumer Care
<div class="bvseo-author">Answered by: FoodSaver Brand</div>
<div class="bvseo-pubdate">Date published: 2024-04-18</div>
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