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How can I get my bags to stay flat?

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Either use the seal and press the bag while it's pulling the air out to get it to retain shape, or if you have the kind you're supposed to roll, gently sit on it on the bed so it pushes the air out and stays flat.

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Will the clothes return to normal when you take them out?

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Your clothes will be wrinkled and may require a little ironing, but they should return to normal.

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What do you do if the slider is not sealing the bag?

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If your slider is not working, use your fingers and manually slide them across the zipper. You should be able to feel the zipper closing If this does not work there may be a problem with the zipper itself.

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Can I fold a super saver bag in half when all has been air removed?

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The bags are usually very tight, because everything has been compressed, so it will be difficult to bend them and impossible to completely fold them in half.

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How long do space bags keep the air out. Mine only stay compressed for a few months. Is this the way they are suppose to work?

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The bags should keep the air out for at least a few months. Perhaps your bag has a slow leak. Try filling the bag with air and then listen and feel around for a leak. You can patch it using duct tape.

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I have just purchased vacuum bags and done everything I was supposed to. When I put the stopper in place air leaks out. What should I do?

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There may be a leak in your bag. Fill the bag with air and listen for a leak. You can try patching the leak using duct tape. Since the bag is brand new, you may want to contact the manufacturer.

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How do you open a sealed bag?

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Simply open the zipper and pull apart the bag. This will let air back into the bag.

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How do I vacuum out air from a hanging space bag that does not have an opening for the vacuum?

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If it doesn't have an opening for a vacuum, it's not a space bag.

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Can the space saver bags be washed in a washing machine?

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No. If the space saver bag were to be washed in the machine, it could be ruined.

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How does the recipient of a vacuum-packed bag open it?

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The bags open like any other zipper-top bag.

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Can I vacuum pack papers and photos?

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You could, but why would you? The idea is to reduce volume. Vacuum packing papers will not do this.

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What if I lose the slider clip? How do I close the bag tightly?

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You can try contacting the manufacturer for a replacement clip. Alternatively, you can try taping across the opening to keep the air in, but this is only a temporary solution.

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What other item can I use instead of a vacuum hose?

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You may be able to use a manual pump to remove the air, but you would need to find one that has a hose that fits the vacuum sealed bag.

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I have just opened a pack of Dunelm Storeaway travel vacuum bags, and there is nowhere to suck the air out. On the box, it says to seal the zip lock and roll the bag to move out of the one-way air system. How do I do this?

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You just close the zipper and start to roll from the zipper side; air escapes from the other end.

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How do I use my vacuum bags if I don't have a pump?

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You will be able to use most vacuum cleaners to suck the air out if you do not have a pump and it will be faster too.

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Can I put aerosol spray deodorant in a Space Saver vacuum bag?

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There is a risk that compression of the materials in the bag will knock off the lid and trigger the spray tip. I'd recommend switching to solid deodorant for your trip.

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What can I use instead of a vacuum?

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Several brands now include a hand pump with your bag purchase, while a few even include a small electric vacuum pump.

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Will my clothes have any sort of storage odor once they're opened?

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I have never noticed any kind of odor once the bag is opened. If you're concerned that there will be an odor, slip in a scented dryer sheet. But, you might want to insert that dryer sheet in a baggie (leave the baggie unzipped) to prevent any possible staining to the contents.

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Is it ok to place yarn in these bags?

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Yes, yarn can be stored in these bags for several years and will be fine when removed from the bag.

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