This is a top quality sealer that I use for bulk sealing of holiday foods that we cook so we can enjoy them on special occasions throughout the year.
It actually is easier to use than the instructions indicate, so you are probably better off watching an online video so you can see what they are talking about, once you see the video then you will be expert.
Essentially you will lay the vacuum bag inside the machine so that its opening is simply laying anywhere over the vacuum chamber (the empty well just past the heating element. Lower the lid and swing down the handle to lock it in place and press the Vac&Seal button twice (on mine I press it twice to get it going, I don't know if all models require than).
You will see the numerical countdown start (9, 8, 7, 6, etc.) and you will hear the pump vacuum the air out, then it gets quiet as the sealing happens, just leave it alone until you see that it is finished.
That is basically all you do. It's easier than it sounds.
Tips:
The vacuum chamber has two plastic protrusions over it, I suggest that you slip the end of the bag under the protrusions so that you ensure that the vacuum chamber will draw all the air out of the bag.
The bag cutter simply cuts bags, if you use rolls then you can place the roll in the empty space inside the back of the device, it is for storage only, lift the cutter bar and slide the bag under it, pull out the amount of bag that you need (more is better) then lower the cutter bar onto the bag and slide the small cutter knob across the bag and it gets cut cleanly. Now you have a bag that needs to be sealed at one end, you will not use the roll anymore, hold the bag so one open end is in the vacuum chamber area below the two plastic protrusions, you will hold the rest of the bag outside the machine, close/lock the lid, then press the manual seal button.
Now you have a bag that has one closed end, open the machine remove the bag, fill the bag with food (leave several inches so you can inter the bag into the machine, insert the bag so the opening is in the vacuum chamber area, place the open end below the two plastic protrusions, make sure that it is wrinkle free, close and lock the lid, press the Vac&Seal button twice and you will hear and see it vacuum the air out, wait until the sealing operation is finished then unlock and remove.
Look to see that you actually sealed it and you are done.
If you cut the bag too short then you might have to hold the food up in the air so the open part of the bag reaches all the way into the vacuum chamber, this is OK, just hold it evenly and keep it steady for the whole operation (this is why we cut the bags a little bit longer than needed.
If you are using pre-made bags then obviously you don't cut them, just fill them and place them into the machine for sealing and press the Vac&Seal button.
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NESCO, VS-12, Deluxe Vacuum Sealer
The NESCO VS-12 Deluxe Vacuum Sealer offers all the versatility and performance you could ever need from a vacuum sealer. Choose from 3 “Seal” settings—Dry, Moist, and Double— then choose your vacuum pressure—Normal or Gentle—to keep softer foods safe. The built-in bag cutter and roll storage compartment with clear viewing window make this an all-in-one stop for keeping food fresh up to 5 times longer than traditional methods. This sealer can accommodate up to an 11.8” width bag providing the versatility needed for a wide range of sealing jobs. Two rolls are included to get you started, one 8.6” x 9.85’ roll and one 11.8”x 9.85 roll. The NESCO Deluxe Vacuum Sealer is compatible with any brand of vacuum sealer bags.
Features
Built-In Storage & Bag Cutter
Conveniently store rolls and bags in unit and bag cutter creates custom bag sizes.
Variable Settings & Sealing Choices
Allows user to choose the best sealing options.
Optional Double Heat Seal
Double seals for added strength and tab guides for better positioning.
How to Vacuum Seal:
Step 1
Put items inside your vacuum seal bag.
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Open the lid and place in vacuum sealer.
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Press the vacuum and seal button!
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I bought this to replace one, from a major brand, that was performing poorly. I am pretty pleased with this one. Here are the pros & cons;Pro;It's easy to use.It does a good job on anything I have sealed with it, even chicken, with is very moist. It is not unduly noisy. All vacuum sealers will make some noise, but this one isn't excessive. (My last one was so loud I think it registered on the Richter Scale. ) It is also easy to clean.Con;It doesn't have an on/off switch, so it's powered on any time it's plugged in.. That seems rather wasteful, so I added an in-line on/off switch-see pics. BTW, you can get one on Amazon.You can add an external hose, to use with vacuum-seal zip bags. But you can't find it on anyone's website. I contacted the company & was told that the hose & replacement gaskets can be ordered from the company, but only over the phone. Seems silly in this day & age. The amount they charge for the hose is only about $9.00 So I would have been just as happy for them to charge a couple of bucks more & just include it.Having said all of this, I am pleased with the product.
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- Ben MReviewed in Canada on November 21, 2023
Paid for itself in weeks.
With the price of groceries these days it’s really expensive feeding a family of 5. After realizing how much more costly it is to buy meat that’s been broken down and packaged we started to buy whole chickens or bone in skin on breasts as well as whole pork loins.Ben MPaid for itself in weeks.
Reviewed in Canada on November 21, 2023
Basically on Saturday/Sunday I breakdown whatever large cuts or chicken I found at a decent price, come up with some basic marinades and special dinners and then vacuum seal them and freeze for use. This means at any given time we have lots of options for what to have for dinner without really having to make a meal plan.
The nesco vacuum sealer is fantastic. There is a learning curve on bag placement, vacuum sealing with marinades and so on but after the first couple uses I got the hang of it. Its pretty quiet and does a great job, I only ever use the double seal function and typically only use it on auto vac/seal.
The drip tray is not removable which makes it a little harder to clean but it’s honestly not a big deal at all for me. Once you get a hang of how much liquid you can put in the bag and what length to cut the bag you’ll find you don’t get any liquid suctioned into the tray (also helps to fold the open end of the bag over itself a minimum of 3” so you have a clean section where it will go into the sealer.
I wish it came with the vacuum container hose but I’ve seen the hoses come with sets of containers.
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- Robert J DaviesReviewed in the United Kingdom on January 2, 2025
Excellent product
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- B. MatthewsReviewed in the United Kingdom on January 8, 2025
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