How to fix a Vacuum Sealer Cheap and Easy

[@mgultra5613]

3:14 START of video for folks who need to save time. Thank you to this channel you're awesome!

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

Thanks.....was headed to a different channel because of all the wasted time 😏

[@candy-janes6934]

Thanks. Thought this guy was hammered.

[@mgultra5613]

@@candy-janes6934 🤣

[@tammycalhoun3953]

I just picked up a food saver 1075 for $24. With containers and bag rolls at goodwill. Vacuums not working but bag sealer does. I need a new seal that you just showed. Top black seal looks fine, bottom not good wt all. 17 various containers came with it. Figured it was worth the containers at least.

[@lindaolson8877]

My Foodsaver has glued-in gaskets. The box of replacements said not to remove old gaskets if they are glued in. I removed one anyway. With much patience I removed the upper gasket and glue residue, installed one new gasket and it vacuumed again like new.

[@carolcassada9512]

I AM a girl and I fixed it!! Mine had a different kind of seal and it was just a little out of place. Pushed it back in and FIXED!! Thank you!

[@Dragonorder18]

What about if it's the sealing element that's not heating to seal it? Any suggestions for that issue?

[@DavidiVideos]

Amazon has a kit depending on the vacuum sealer model

[@Santa77Clara77]

Mine is not heating/ sealing the plastic, any tips or tricks?

[@tammypol4182]

I used my foodsaver 2 weeks ago and it worked just fine. I've been sealing jars. Today, I'm not getting it to turn on. I've tried a few outlets, no luck. Any ideas what I could do?

[@dougc3086]

Do use a screw driver and open it up to discover that you have crud in the vacuum which is the real reason that it doesn't suck. Also add a touch of grease to the piston after you have soaked and cleaned all the parts; be careful when removing the first cap on the vacuum it has a peace of rubber that only goes in one way. Keep this in mind when taking it apart.

[@Shoshana41]

Hi, when I am sealing something the 'seal' light does not come on; however it does vacuum the bag but the machine runs until I finally stop it manually, As soon as I release the latch the bag fills up with air---it did not seal. Per FS's advice I purchased a new heat tape...actually got 3 of them for $7 from Amazon. That did not fix the problem. I read about removing the 2 foam gaskets, rinsing them in water, etc, but that did not help either. Do you have an other suggestions or an answer. FoodSaver is NO help. After several phone calls to FS and not getting anywhere I finally bought another FS....but I'm having a hard time wanting to throw the old one away because it does seal containers; it just won't seal bags. I'm still hoping to fix it. Can you help?

[@JACK-wh6jl]

Take all the screws out & snap it apart !. Can't fig it out, buzz-me 👍🏻😎

[@Collinormous]

Just got one of these at goodwill today - already got the seals ordered. Thanks!

[@stevieg4201]

I’m going to replace mine as well, I’m waiting for the gaskets to come in, but for now if you have to have it work like right now, take the gaskets out and soak them in warm water with some dish soap for a few minutes, ring them out and off you go.

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

I did the same thing for a while and it does work temporarily.

[@ssnydess6787]

Thank you so much! I have a nice 4400 food saver that I was going to throw away untill I saw your video. Mine is a little different with the top oval seal hidden inside. Well, when I checked those seals out, they were really dirty. I was able to clean the upper seal with a microfiber and a fork to reach and just pulled the bottom tray out and cleaned the lower one, easy peasy. So I then fired it up and it works better than the day I got it! Didn't even need to replace thos pesky seals and saved almost $200!

[@prissykrissy8928]

I couldn’t get mine to adhere to the base. Is there some sort of adhesive they’re supposed to come with?

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

They should friction fit

[@talon501]

Have you ever had to try & replace the Heat Strip? Some say it can't be done but I bet it can. Thanks

[@DavidiVideos]

There are kits to do so on Amazon that have replacement heat strips depending on your model

[@bethechange4934]

A very common cause for this is storing the machine in the fully locked down position.

[@BlueRidgeMarine]

On a salmon trip in mich, mine did the same thing. I turned the seals over and put paper matches (cut the heads off) and used for shims. hell, i think they are still in there. It works if you are in the field. Nice Video.

[@tonyedward6909]

Mine seals on the seal only mode but not on the vac & seal mode? I have the vac 500.

[@benrodriques]

I'm going to try replacing my single gasket. I have the v3825. Stopped finishing the suck job. I tried all the hacks, none worked.

[@JJ-yh9kf]

This is fine,if you have a model that you can find cheap gaskets.That is mostly for Food Saver.For other brands,not so cheap.I'm thinking,if I can put something under the gaskets to make the seal tighter,that might work.Was hoping to find someone who had done that.

[@allanpaulley2437]

I recently bought a foodsaver mini plus from someone but it won't seal the ends of an empty, clean and dry bag. I had read the manual online first to see if I could figure it out. The light doesn't come on either. I've never used one of these machines before so I could use advice on how to fix it.

[@karikraft700]

I was just going to throw mine out and saw your video so I ordered seals and yes, it works. However my food saver won’t go from vacuum to seal so I have to hit the seal button and results in some air getting in. Any suggestions? Thank you for video.

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

Still have a leak somewhere. Try wetting the seals with a rag and try. If it works after that, check to make sure that the seals are clean and installed properly.

[@VSE4me1]

I have a Foodsaver Vac 540. It seems to work OK, but I can’t get the lid open so I can’t put the bag on the heating element. Anyone got any ideas on what to do?

[@claudiaivonnefranco7497]

Mine was doing the same thing and I almost threw out the window I did buy the gaskets but it's still doing the same thing with the new gaskets from Amazon.

[@bryanadams256]

Do you not flip it upside down first before buying new ones?

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

These seal get compressed over time. Flipping will not help. Fix cost $8, so why not just fix it right. I did the over 2 years ago and it still works great. Thanks for watching.

[@bandman1967]

I should have read your comment. I did it and it works!

[@ldmoss1]

Good video As an alternative I just wash my gaskets in warm soapy water. After rinsing thoroughly and squeezing the water out, I set them in the sun to dry. They work like new.

[@leonardpoissant2357]

Your sausages don't look sealed at all.

[@darrenw.5237]

They were not, typically you can see that bag shrinking right up around the contents like its trying to squeeze the life out of the contents. I did not see that at all.

[@averyshenan958]

@@darrenw.5237 oh no what will he do lol

[@TheStrayOutdoors]

Good job sir, I just took mine out and flipped them. Works like new now.

[@wandamino2167]

What Brand and model number machine is this?

[@kattor4]

That did not look at all like it was sealing. It looked like there was air still in the bag. The sausages should not have been able to move and they were.

[@bandman1967]

View my fix in replies above.

[@elcomandantedelacocina8902]

how do i buy this part i have food saver v4880 and the link doesnot work please resent me the link thanks from panama

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

The lit I used does not fit the 4880. Search it using the link provided in the video description.

[@elcomandantedelacocina8902]

@@BackwoodsGourmetChannel thank you my friend

[@elcomandantedelacocina8902]

what is the name of that part ?

[@utkf16]

For anyone with life to live make your way to 3.30 mins. Or just check your upper and lower seals, mine were not seated correctly and once I put them back into place it works great. If not then do what this guy did and replace them. Just peel off the old ones and put the new ones on. Its cheaper than buying new unit. So thanks Mr Backwoods Gourmet for pointing me in the right direct but FFS mate I dont think I could spend a full night in the woods listening to you

[@utkf16]

I feel a bit cruel about that last comment just take it with a punch on the arm and a cheeky grin and wink. At least you took time out to show us how to solve a problem

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

I just about deleted your comment. KZbin don't pay us for 2 minute videos.

[@Inp3erp3tuity]

Video starts at 3:45. Your welcome... (Edit) looks like someone stored it in the lock position. Ladies don't watch the last minute... 🤦‍♀️

[@kaleb9388]

You're*

[@Inp3erp3tuity]

@@kaleb9388 FUCK YOU KALEB! 🖕

[@kaleb9388]

@@Inp3erp3tuity A bit triggered are we?

[@mikex1384]

Thanks. I wish I had seen your comment before I wasted too much of my time watching this video. Only 20 seconds of this 7:48 video is worth watching.

[@tikofann5884]

@@mikex1384 when a video starts, I immediately open up comments and read them while waiting for the helpful parts of the video to begin!

[@SuzieqNC2606]

My food saver's heat strip is not heating up, to seal. Where can I order parts for it?

[@Shoshana41]

Amazon....you get 3 seals for $7.....

[@DoctorNOS]

I usually kick mine and that works. But sometimes I pull a hammie when I life my leg that high. haha. thanks for the tips.

[@wardscleaver9189]

make sure you store it unlatched and the seals will last a lot longer

[@lovepugs05]

Hi my two sealers ate not 1. Sealing the bag fully 2. Will not suck the air out at all. I will try this cross your fingers

[@kmcg6444]

I always dampen the seals before using. No problems for 15 years.

[@bigk2080]

I didn't even watch the video,went straight to the comments and thier it was 😱 Thank you so much.

[@HS-pm7gt]

Thank you for the video. I was ready to throw my Foodsaver out. I took it apart to check the vacuum pump and tubing. After watching your video, I ordered new seals and sure enough, I have a "works like new" unit.

[@fjqtaxch9]

Still looked like there was some air left.

[@jwst143]

Thanks for the video. Got seals from Amazon and my 15 yr old food saver works like new again. 😊

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

We have them here too in the St. Johns. Haven't caught one in a long time. My grandmother loved them.

[@bajonivideos]

Name of this thing ? I can not find IT ?

[@celiem4352]

My Black n Decker Fresh Guard USED ONCE WHEN BRAND NEW. I CLEANED IT AND PUT IT BACK IN THE BOX. GOT IT OUT OF MY STORAGE WENT TO USE IT. IT WON'T VACUUM THE AIR NOR WILL IT GET HOT ENOUGH TO SEAL THE BAGS!! THIS ONE COST ME $89 ON SALE. THIS ONE YOU HAVE TO PLACE YOUR HANDS ON IT WHILE IT VACCUMES AND SEALS. OH, THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT INFORMATIONAL VIDEO.

[@ruthdoyle3572]

Thank you useful information. Can you tell me is that foodsaver v2240

[@ggazzara1115]

Thanks for posting this! I just fixed mine by simply pulling out the seals, flipping them around and re-installed them. Works like a champ!

[@jamesrubin9079]

Yup. They get compressed overtime, but if you flip them, they’ll last a good while. Eventually, you’re gonna have to bite the $10 bullet though 😂

[@supersheashea11]

I’m a girl that fixed it too!!!! Didn’t even have to order new seals. Not yet anyway.😂 Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@CaptKeo]

After throwing 2 machines away the third did the same as above. What happened was the gasket dried out and became porous. I took a paper towel and wiped down the gasket with cooking oil, water will also work until it dries up. Will get you through until you can buy a new seal.

[@mysterymark1766]

I had a feeling that was the problem just needed a second opinion..... I bought the exact same food saver that's in this video for 1dollar.... I'm glad they thought it was actually broke 😂 I buy things for hecka cheap & fix them myself it saves alot of money in the long run..... Thanks again for this video

[@billdavey6864]

Just flipped the old gaskets over and working good as new

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

That will work for about 2-3 uses. The problem is that the gaskets are compressed. Thanks for watching.

[@lizprazeres]

Worked like a charm, thanks!

[@janegrant4396]

Please help I’m having 1 heck of a time trying to find gasket assembly shown in this video from amazon. Help!!!

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

amzn.to/39Z1gxA Left you the link right in the video description.

[@bapekar02]

Holy cow! Came here because mine was doing the same thing! THANK YOU

[@jdplus3]

“C’mon you piece of junk!” 😂

[@sharonboyce7246]

Thanks. I discovered Mine quit working this season. I'm glad to know this easy quick fix.

[@tonyedward6909]

Go to goodwill they have lots of bread machines, waffle makers and vacuum sealers.

[@Birdy281]

What I did was just turned the oval seals and it worked! Didn’t have to buy seals

[@doughamilton9194]

OMG. Thanks. To check if it’s the seal just press down on the door to form a tighter seal. That will tell you if the vacuum pump still works.

[@the1plantguy]

Thanks! I just got an old one and it seems to need seals. I appreciate this video! Ordered today on Amazon. We will see!

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

Mine still working fine to this day 5 + years after this video.

[@coderbond]

Lube them with your favorite cooking oil. Much more affordable, but yes. When they're torn or damaged, then replace. Why do they seal early. That's what I wanna know

[@tiredlawdog]

one minute and fifty three seconds to get to what we were actually needing to know.

[@1965nterp]

I just watched your video, I have a FoodSaver got it from a resale store paid $10.00 it was still in the box and packed as if it had never been used it included a vhs tape that had never been opened the suction works but the seal bar does not. I viewed your amazon page, i saw the gaskets but none for the model number of my machine it only has 1 foam gasket on the bottom and 1 rubber gasket on the top, what would you suggest i do ?

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

I would go back to our store and use the search bar at the top and search for your model number gaskets. The foam gasket is probably the issue. You could try the kit on our store for that. It's only $7. I doubt that the rubber one is bad.

[@stewarts7347]

If you don't mind the extra work, pull the gaskets and run them under the faucet. Put them back in and it will seal. Temporary fix, so when they dry out you will need to do the same thing again. Been running mine that way for a year.

[@1965nterp]

so if i understand i need to put them in wet and run it while they are soaked?

[@jackwatkins7382]

Simply call FoodSaver and tell them you need a set of gaskets and they will ask you how many I'd only buy two sets at a time for mine and it's a v2440

[@jackwatkins7382]

By the way, anytime you're vacuum sealers not in use, raise the lid and turn the leaver down as you were going to lock it. Then just said to lay it down on top of that and the lid won't eventually way the gaskets down and cause them to shrink as fast I've had mine for probably 20 something years and replace gaskets only twice

[@bandman1967]

This is a wonderful video and it saved me a lot of money! I pulled my seals out and reinstalled upside down to find the fresh side worked even better. You do have to push in the sides first and then work your work to the center because it seems more material is present than was in before! Anyway, this time, I didn't have to buy anything and now it works. Again thanks for the great tip. Saved me a hundred dollars!

[@birdieloo6168]

I was wondering if that might work. I had mentioned earlier that I found out my sealer wasn’t working properly when I was ready to seal the bags of 8 steaks. I’m going to try it now!! Thank you!!😃

[@talon501]

@@birdieloo6168 Hi. Did flipping the seals over work?

[@nokomentsEVH]

I've hit the like button right after you started smashing and insulting it, haha

[@gregors42]

Thank you from Canada. I was having the same problem you mentioned and while I was waiting for new gaskets to arrive I had a thought. I simply took the gaskets out and flipped them over put them back in and the machine is working great again. So I will get a little more life out of the old ones lol. Thought you might like to share my idea.

[@mkia7350]

Doesn’t look completely sealed to me 🤔

[@NorthtoHopeDesert_Hues]

I bought a similar food saver for $60. .. used.. It doesn't vacuum and the guy I bought it from is blowing me off.. So looks like I'm stuck with it and out $60. ... So hoping it can be fixed.. I hope that's the problem with mine.. I can hear it running , it just won't vacuum the air out of the bag.. thanks for this.. wish me luck!

[@bandman1967]

Pull the seal out and reinstall upside down. I just did it. Worked great for free!

[@NorthtoHopeDesert_Hues]

@@bandman1967 tried it... didn't work. I plan to order a new seal and open it up and see if anything is going on (or rather NOT going on) inside. Hoping maybe just an unattached hose.. or maybe it sucked up liquid and got clogged.

[@NorthtoHopeDesert_Hues]

@@bandman1967 took it apart.. found an air tube not connected... It's fixed :)

[@patrickoneal804]

Video starts at 4:04

[@DavidiVideos]

😂😜

[@bmwm3763]

Damn man you just saved me so much time & money!! Thank you

[@carlodangelo8348]

Thank you ! The 140$ dollar unit is going back Monday

[@AutumnManson-n5r]

It appears I'm your 1000th like, Koodos brotha, keep em. Coming and remind people to take their kids huntin!

[@brainwashed7244]

I wish you would get to the point a little bit quicker life is short I gave up after 3 minutes of bull crap

[@DrGaryGreen]

Thank you. After skipping through the first 3.5 minutes, I saw what you did there and just reset and cleaned my seals and it's working fine again.

[@drewmalbica7694]

Thanks, mine is doing the same thing. Looks like I’ll order some new seals.

[@jeneanebrian]

In order not to have my mistake repeated...food savers are made to have replaceable gaskets on the top, and nonreplaceable..I replaced both on a model with a "non removable" upper gasket. Now it won't seal at all. My mistake - check the food saver website. It has a list of model types that lists removable vs non removable upper gaskets.

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

Thank you for sharing that information.

[@lynnpowell2736]

Awesome! Mine was just a bit sticky...works now. Many thanks.

[@bigk2080]

Thank you

[@tommyroberts867]

I have the same one. It's not working to good either.

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

$9 fix. Thanks for watching.

[@danielrowe2174]

I wish I watched this video before I smashed mine. I'm going to get a better vaccum sealer from Sam's club that you install a roll and comes with a built in cutter.

[@yellowbird500]

I had same problem and used steam to "rehydrate" the seals. I briefly exposed the seals to steam from a boiling pot of water. Worked like a charm.

[@donnastanley5391]

Our vacuum sealer is vacuuming good, but it will not turn off? Any suggestions? We wipe it off every time we use and make sure there is nothing in drip pan.

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

Change the seals. Just a slight reduction in the vacuum will not trip the sensor to make it seal automatically. $8 and 2 min fix.

[@margaretmartinez1398]

It is very frustrating,,my vacuum Sealer does not do nothing,,, plugged in,,close it ,,no light,,no nothing,,please advice..

[@InHISWord2]

Replacement of the Teflon tape over the heating element strip also helps....

[@ericberger4511]

Thank you sir. I have an older model that was great for years and years, and last year or three has been doing that 'not enough vacuum' thing just like yours. I really didn't want to spend a ton of money to buy a new one, and the new ones don't even look or work as good as the one i have. Anyway - the gasket fix you recommend fixed it right up. I had to dig the old gasket pieces out with a flat screwdriver - i think it's close to 20 years old - but i put in the new one in and it works again just like new. Immediately heard the difference in the pump sound and for the first time in years it now seals the bag again without me having to hit the button, just like it's supposed to. Thanks!

[@poppykok5]

A friendly Hello & some friendly advice for you, Eric...Never, & I mean *NEVER* buy a Nutra Chef food vacuuming system!!! Brand new ones, (not factory refurbished) have for me, lasted approximately FIVE MINUTES ONLY for two of them...Years ago I purchased an expensive Food Saver system which I quite liked (especially the fast marinating capability, but sadly, didn't last very long at all...I pitched it...Within the last 14 mo's I've purchased two brand new Nutra Chef systems at Amazon...The 1st one sealed THREE bags & vacuumed seal ONE bag...& that was it...I pitched it, too...Just spent $200 on fresh meat with the intention of saving space in my freezer with my (stupid/naive me) newly delivered SECOND Nutra Chef from Amazon...Thinking whatever the problem with the 1st one had been, it was a fluke, & it couldn't/wouldn't happen AGAIN...It did...This time my new system sealed *FOUR* bags & vacuum sealed *THREE* bags ONLY...& that was it!!! Not to be overly dramatic, but my blood is "boiling"...After doing a little online research, I found this is such a common complaint with brand new Nutra Chef vacuum sealers...I feel heartsick just thinking about how much money & time I've wasted...Unfortunately, this rant has done very little to temper my anger... *: )*

[@ericberger4511]

@@poppykok5 Try to console yourself that your advice saved me hundreds of dollars on a device to replace an older one that works better now that I've replaced the gasket, according to your advice. :-)

[@Ammy360-Sweet]

After I so this video I runny to the garbage to pick up my food sealers. 😂 finally I fixed and is like new …. Thank you so much ☺️

[@darrenw.5237]

That did not seal at all after your fix. typically when those are working correctly they almost try to wrap the insides of them bags right around the contents and you can usually see the bag being scrunched up around the contents. You still had lots of air in that bag. May want to check the vacuum pump itself.

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

Nope. This unit is still work fine almost 2 years from making this video. I just used it today to pack 15 lbs if fish.

[@darrenw.5237]

@@BackwoodsGourmetChannel I'm not here to debate or discredit your fix, you may have well fixed the appliance but I'm wondering if something wrong with that particular bag you used. I did not see that bag even move when you put that vacuum to it which could also indicate a leaky bag as well. Just my opinion. You are right about the seals needing either cleaning or replacing as i just cleaned mine and made 100 % difference in the sealing time so I did learn something from your video, thanks for that.

[@jonludwig2507]

its not sealed. i can see air in the bag.

[@jenjabba6210]

You mean, IT'S SO SIMPLE, EVEN BOYS CAN DO IT"

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

FINALLY I got a comment on that!!. Just like a big ol' bass following a lure. Thanks for watching.

[@PaticusMD]

3 min to get to the point of why I clicked on this video. Really bud? Sort your content out

[@paulreinhardt6052]

Great video! After watching this, I just took all the seals out, cleaned them and turned them around. Went back to working, didn’t cost anything.

[@sweetpeach55]

Thank you just turn my gaskets over worked perfect

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

That works but a temporary fix. Thanks for watching.

[@PCHPatti]

Well done.

[@lolafischel4332]

that really was a quick fix, but what was that girl thing? I'm a girl and I fix things.

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

Just comment bait.

[@byronhoogwerf9221]

Watched the video. Noted upper seal slightly twisted and dirty. Pulled both seals out. Washed in soap and water. Dried. Put back in. Works like new. Thanks!

[@jstrunck]

Thanks for sharing!

[@TishaPerez214]

It's sexist in your description where you say, "Anyone can fix this, even GIRLS". Thay said, thanks anyway.

[@jerrycoon4504]

I never knew they made replacement seals for them. Thanks for the info. I'm going to come back to this video in a few days and see how much backlash you get for the "even girls can do it" comment! LOL

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

That was comment bait.

[@jerrycoon4504]

LOL!! That is funny to me because I used to say that to a girl I used to know all the time. I used to say, "not bad for a girl" She knew it was all in fun but sometimes other people would over hear it and freak out. People are so thin-skinned now a days... hahaha

[@barbaraweaver1395]

I'm not offended. I liked the remark--that means it's pretty easy. Women need to realize that our minds & bodies DON'T work the same. I've done lots of things men do, but many women (and men) can't. But it is nice that men can do some of the harder jobs --and it's nice to be pampered !

[@birdieloo6168]

Thanks so much for your video!! Huge help.

[@jeffreydamher1703]

thanks for the video! solved my problem

[@Lukelins1]

I hit mine today and called it junk

[@gititgiitit5450]

I have that same one and its been doing the same thing. I've had mine at least 12 years. I've eaten steak over 2 years old that still tasted just as fresh from it.

[@BackwoodsGourmetChannel]

Get the seals on Amazon and it will be as good as new. If you don't store it with the lid clamped shut, the seals will last a lot longer.

[@Charliechorizo]

Nah, it's still not vacuum sealing, so it's not fixed at all.

[@whoisyourbest5026]

nice

[@chrisjensen1822]

Thank u I purchased the right one