The FoodSaver Experience By keeping air out and sealing freshness in, this home vacuum-sealing system eliminates freezer burn and keeps foods fresh and delicious up to five times longer than conventional storage methods. This system removes air and moisture from specially-designed, multi-layer bags while sealing in flavor so that your food tastes as if it was bought yesterday even after being in the freezer for months. Use the V3440 to freeze pre-made dinners that you can reheat during the week, to keep left over salad or pizza slices in the fridge for later, to deep-freeze cuts of meat, and much more. Compact and Easy to Use This user-friendly machine has multiple settings to choose from when sealing your food and a sleek, upright design that will look great on your countertop. The V3440 will not only keep your food fresh longer, but will also save you money by not having to throw away freezer-burned meat, moldy produce, or forgotten leftovers. A Fully Automatic System Equipped with SmartSeal technology and automatic bag sensing, the V3440 ensures easy hands-free operation and no more guesswork. Simply insert a bag and it will automatically vacuum-seal it. For vacuum packaging delicate foods, the unit"s CrushFree Instant Seal function immediately stops the vacuum process to prevent crushing. Key Features Marinade Mode Marinate meat, chicken, or fish in minutes rather than hours. Speed and Moist/Dry Food Settings Adjusts vacuum speed and seal level based on food type. Bag Cutter Simplifies making custom-size bags. Roll Storage The built-in roll holder stores a FoodSaver Roll for added convenience. Sealing Strip The extra wide sealing strip applies heat for a secure, air-tight seal. Removable Drip Tray The dishwasher-safe, extra wide drip tray helps to catch the overflow of liquids. Starter Kit IncludedAn 11-inch-by-10-foot FoodSaver roll, three quart-size FoodSaver bags, and two gallon-size FoodSaver bags. Food Storage Comparisons Avoid waste by storing your favorite foods properly. Vacuum-sealed fish can last up to two years and vegetables can last two to three years when stored in the freezer. Take a look at the chart below for other items to keep fresh longer with your FoodSaver. FREEZER Ordinary Storage FoodSaver System Beef, Game & Poultry 6 months 2-3 years Fish 6 months 2 years Soups & Stews 3-6 months 1-2 years Coffee Beans 6-9 months 2-3 years Vegetables 8 months 2-3 years Bread 6-12 months 1-3 years REFRIGERATOR Ordinary Storage FoodSaver System Cheese 1-2 weeks 4-8 months Lettuce 3-6 days 2 weeks Berries 1-6 days 1-2 weeks PANTRY Ordinary Storage FoodSaver System Flour & Sugar 6 months 1-2 years Rice & Pasta 6 months 1-2 years Cookies 1-2 weeks 3-6 weeks Two Steps to Freshness Follow these two simple steps to preserve food with your FoodSaver V3440: Fill the bag and place the open end into the appliance The vacuum sealing process automatically begins