I've just received a wonderbag, the foam in the lid is just in 4 or 5 big chunks after the vacuum packing. Should I break these up with my fingers?
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Yes, you should break up any chunks and 'fluff up' the lid and the bag after unwrapping.
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I see no reason why you shouldn't be able to do that but it is not really necessary since they are dried out and not prone to mold, etc. I have had the same bag for over a year and they are totally fine and just as fresh as when I got them. I just close it up really well and then stick the sack into another bag and keep that closed up good also. That's all you need to do.
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Hi Kevin - All of our items are 100% brand new, un-used when we send them into Amazon for delivery to you. If the item came to you sealed in a black bag and then the box was still taped shut then NO. If it was not inside of a black bag and the box that was inside of the black bag appeared ripped open then you should return it. Before each one is bagged and boxed for selling the lids are opened, inspected and have the lubricant placed inside of the cap..... so it is possible that a fuzz ball from one of our employees shirts could have fallen in accidentally. Also sometimes there are small plastic pieces that get left in the caps of these from the manufacturing process, they tend to look like small fuzz balls as well. Regards, BAFX Products Support
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The yeast in the large 2 lb. package is vacuum-packed in a brick-pack (like coffee), and will feel very firm. After you open the package and air goes into the bag, it should soften and you should be able to spoon out the measurement you need. Try loosening it with a fork. If it truly is hard and stuck together, you should return it as this is not as it should be.
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As opposed to others who have answered this question, I DO use a (rounded) shovel to help remove the contents from the tumbler. The foam is dense and sturdy and as far as I know I have not nicked or cut it. I had not really considered that the foam could be damaged, so I haven't been particularly careful.
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I've only had this case for about four months and I have not seen any failure in the foam. This is one of the cases with pluck and use foam which means that the two pieces are basically cut into 1/2" cubes the depth of the foam with about a 1" or so solid boarder. To use the case you pull out the cubes till you have the size hole you need. I have notices that on those compartments which I use a lot some of the cubes are curling in and will eventually fall out. If that is the failure then yes I've experienced that. I live in Hawaii and here the life expectancy of any synthetic rubber or foam is limited. I have five cases for scientific equipment where I work at the university. They have a similar foam padding inside and are over ten years old. I have noticed that some of the foam is getting sticky and needs to be wiped off the equipment before use. I expect to have to replace the foam in this case at some point. I am using the case to store DSLR cameras and lenses and I purchased cloth bags to use to keep foam dust from collecting on these components. Based on my experience above I will be watching the foam for deterioration. One could replace it right away but I think that you should expect a couple of years of usage from the supplied material. It all depends on the individual.
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I never have. I agree with John Marietta. You should call customer service and talk to them. They need to notify the seller too that you bought these from as maybe they have some contaminated bags since yours have this in them.
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it should be powder yes but i also had two bags and they are air tight in bags, which compresses the powder. it should break apart ..
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Absolutely! I've changed the contents many times. They're made of much thicker material than a food storage type baggie. You open the bag, put in your items, seal it, in the middle of the bag there is a plastic cap you open, you attach a vacuum hose and suck out all of the air. Some have said their bags leak, there is a slider to close it, but I always manually press my hand along, pressing the edges together to make sure it's sealed tight. I haven't had one let go yet.
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ditto - if this version has the notches in them, you twist the bag, then hook the twisted part into the notch on the ring. It's airtight - I have the Xodus Medical Inc. version and use them also to put my air activated Hot Hands hand warmer packets in them and seal them off, so i can use them again.
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Yes,yes. I see what you mean. I went to ck- my bag & when I went to close it back up there's a gap on each side. What happen, The bag drop down when I opened the door. I just re-set the bag up we're it belongs. Hope this will help you. Take care.
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Hello, same thing happened to me. But I think it's becaues the bean bags were decompressed and possibly put in a storage facility for quite a while. Anyway, the only option is to just air it out outside (with a cardboard underneath the chair to keep it from getting dirty) or open up all the windows in a room where the Fuf chair will be. It said on the website that you should only spot clean your Fuf chair, so taking out the foam and trying to wash the fabric would not be recommended unless you ordered the liner with it. https://www.beanbaguniverse.com/FAQ.aspx (that site answers a lot of questions) Hello, same thing happened to me. But I think it's becaues the bean bags were decompressed and possibly put in a storage facility for quite a while. Anyway, the only option is to just air it out outside (with a cardboard underneath the chair to keep it from getting dirty) or open up all the windows in a room where the Fuf chair will be. It said on the website that you should only spot clean your Fuf chair, so taking out the foam and trying to wash the fabric would not be recommended unless you ordered the liner with it. https://www.beanbaguniverse.com/FAQ.aspx (that site answers a lot of... » Read More Hello, same thing happened to me. But I think it's becaues the bean bags were decompressed and possibly put in a storage facility for quite a while. Anyway, the only option is to just air it out outside (with a cardboard underneath the chair to keep it from getting dirty) or open up all the windows in a room where the Fuf chair will be. It said on the website that you should only spot clean your Fuf chair, so taking out the foam and trying to wash the fabric would not be recommended unless you ordered the liner with it. https://www.beanbaguniverse.com/FAQ.aspx (that site answers a lot of questions) « Show Less
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You can cut the bag in half or to fit the item you are vacuum sealing. Then just seal the open end(s) before vacuum sealing. Hope this helps.
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Actually, there is a way to do it: cut strips of Foodsaver bags about 1" x 6" and discard the smooth side. Insert the checkered strip lengthwise into the bag, leaving about 1/2" sticking out. Seal as usual (with oxygen absorbers), making sure the strip is pushed down into the vacuum chamber. The checkered strip serves as a pathway for the air to be pulled out of the bag.I have an almost 100% success rate using my $30 Rival vacuum sealer. Never had a problem with the sealer not being hot enough.
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Kiera,I would not use space bags for anything anymore. I've had nothing but problems with these. I thought they had made improvements recently, but I still have a 99% failure rate. I've tried everything, but with no luck. I thought they might be good to pack for a recent move, but they re-inflated and pushed the box they were packed in wide open. I'm sure others have had good luck with these, but I would stay away from them.
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The filler is repurposed foam chips that you fluff when first opening the wonderbag. They are kept away from direct contact with the hot pot you place inside the bag to complete the cooking process as the bag has an insulated lining and you place a small kitchen towel around the hot pot before slipping it inside the bag as well so there is no danger of the foam chips "melting" or cause any toxic fumes etc to make contact with people or the food.
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I just took the easy way out and cut the top of the bag off. Didn't want to struggle with the manufacturer's way of doing it. I was going to pour it into a plastic container anyway, so not concerned with keeping the bag intact.