FoodSaver V3835 Vacuum Food Sealer with SmartSeal Technology

Manufacturer: Jarden Consumer Solutions
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Introducing the innovative and easy to use FoodSaver® Vacuum Sealer with SmartSeal™ Technology. The Automatic Bag Sensing feature takes all the guesswork out of vacuum packaging. Plus the new vertical profile keeps your kitchen counter clutter-free!

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Automatic vacuum-packaging system with SmartSeal technology keeps food fresh longer
2 vacuum speeds; 2 seal levels; pulse function; canister mode; marinade mode for marinating in minutes
Space-saving upright design; LED meter progress lights; auto liquid detection; built-in bag-roll storage
Includes 11-inch roll, 3 quart-size bags, 2 gallon-size bags
Measures approximately 5 by 16 by 10 inches

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V3840 A Step Forward

Review Date: October 21, 2009

Reviewer: Alfred J. Reitenbach, Largo, Florida USA

I have been using a foodsaver product for many years. The oldest is a V2480 and the newest the V3840. I have read many reviews on the products and I agree with some and disagree with others. The new V3840 is a wonderful machine. From opening the box to trying it out was simple and straight forward. I did not experience any problems inserting the bag, cutting, opening or vacuuming food items. One of the largest complaints I heard was the fantastic amount of waste with the new SmartSeal Technology. Well I made two bags of equal length and sealed one on the V2480, which allows me latitude in where the seal for the bottom and the vacuuming seal goes. The bottom line is that the V3840 uses an extra inch of the bag in sealing. Now an 18ft.roll of 11" packaging, assuming a 10" bag avg., can make 21 bags in one roll.In using 10 rolls of 11" packaging, the total extra used by the V3840 in packaging is 210" or approximately one roll. I buy a 6 roll pkg from Sams Club for 39.00. Assuming $7.00 per roll, the V3840 costs about 3.3 cents extra per pkg. The convenience of the V3840 and vacuuming food stuffs purchased in quantity far outweighs the extra cost per package for me. Every person must make their own decision as to what is best for them. For me I take the V3840 over my V2480 any time.

worth every penny

Review Date: January 21, 2009

Reviewer: Debra Brownawell, Tampa, Florida

I've tried other brands and was'nt impressed ! I recieved the new foodsaver , and I believe it has been the best purchase I've made in along time !!!! If you want a really good food saver this is the one !!! It is very easy to use , and works great !!!!

This model works perfectly and WOW, big change from older models!

Review Date: July 5, 2010

Reviewer: H. R. Tucker, New York, USA

First - a comment on some of the previous negative ratings as they ALMOST caused me to change my mind about buying this. I'm glad we ignored them and bought anyway. You have to remember, lots of people buy items and don't rate them at all, but love the item, I sometimes think people are more likely to rate when they have a problem, such as slow or no shipping or before they read the manual. Sometimes, people don't realize a product is defective or don't call the company if they have a problem (They will offer suggestions) Because of this, and other good ratings elseware, we bought this FoodSaver V3835 Vacuum Food Sealer with SmartSeal Technology. We have used it since it arrived and it now has a PERMANENT place on our counter. There have been some BIG advances in this model Foodsaver. First off, it looks classy and upscale. That has nothing to do with how it works, but it would be under the counter if it was clunky looking. It's heavier than older models and better made. It can be mounted on a wall I believe and there is a bag cutter easily accessible by opening the bottom part of the cover. This means you can make your own bags much easier and even store the roll inside still. There's a bag cutter for when it's time to cook and open the bag. The old tubing connection for cannisters and the instant marinade container is right inside and pulls out and retracts with ease! No fumbling through drawers looking for the old seperate one. Everything is RIGHT THERE. Now, as for waste - we don't see it. We sealed up 4th of July BBQ, sauces for the freezer, even a damaged jar of spoiled ham stock we bought and are mailing back to the company. We then tried non food items like parts for all those kits that you put together and then have leftover parts. Worked great - took all the air out and sealed each time perfectly. No waste and all the parts are now labled and in our storage area. We sealed up a lot of meat from the store (we buy in bulk and have a deep freeze)as well. Not one bag was sealed improperly (unlike the older models).

Not to appear non appreciative for those older models but we had a lot of problems and annoyances with them such as having to press the top down till the motor kicked in (Try doing that with a bag of sauce in one hand). We had NO problems with sauce with this model. There's even a gentle mode and wet mode so it doesn't pull the air out too fast and get sauce in the tray. Which keeps it cleaner longer! That tray never did get anything in it. I always had to clean that tray in the older models. It also has a fast marinade where it cycles through pulling out air and pumping in air (and marinade), and if you just want to marinade overnight you can just use your container (or bag for that matter) and seal normally. Then you take your bag with marinated meat right out to the grill! Please give this model a try, if it doesn't work for you, then 1st reread the manual and then call the company, they will walk you through things and give you tips for getting those bags in the insert area the 1st time. We had NO trouble with this because if the bag is curled we simply opened the unit and zipped off that spot- not much in the way of waste- no more than 1/8" and that was only one time. If the bag curves, put it in curve down. It's designed to go into the drip channel. The reason the slot is activated by the bag (and the on and off switch) is that kids may try to insert other things so it's sort of a safety device. Also, this model turns itself off after about 10 minutes of not being used. We can't say enough about this product. Give it a chance and return it if it doesn't work, it has a 1 yr guarantee. It's always possible to get something that's defective in stores and on line so if it doesn't work, return it - then write up a review on the one that works. Lets face it, it doubles most freezing times and no freezer burn and that alone is worth it. Try that with a Ziploc bag. We are thrilled with this product

Food Saver

Review Date: April 9, 2009

Reviewer: R. D. Meyers, South West Florida

This is the second Food Saver I have owned. The first lasted for 12 years. The new model is much easier to use due to the upright position during use. The vacuum time is shorter and the end result is excellent.
I'm very pleased with the product and the price I paid through Amazon.

Works for Me!

Review Date: October 20, 2009

Reviewer: Fred Baginski, Hammond IN

This is my second Foodsaver and I'm very happy with it. My first one was 7 years old and I sold it to one of my employees. I really like the bag storage and the pull out hose. I've figured out that by inserting the bag slowly, I can have the seal 1.5" from the end of the bag and save a little there. I'd definately buy this one again!

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