The FoodSaver V475 is a vacuum packaging system. These systems are designed to preserve foods for long periods of time by removing air from packaging when resealing.
If you have it plugged in and turned on, then it's probably broken. Take it back and get an exchange.
Nothing, they are one in the same. Tilia makes the Foodsaver
Foodsaver Canisters are made by their own company called Foodsaver Containers and Vacuum sealing system. They have a registered company and the name foodsaver is trademarked as well.
Foodsaver accessories can be bought in most shopping malls, like Walmart or Target. Foodsaver accessories can also be purchased online on websites such as eBay and Amazon.
The Foodsaver Professional is a vacuum sealing product that can be purchased directly from the Foodsaver website. One can also find this product available on sites such as Amazon and eBay.
Foodsaver rolls are available at most convenience stores, super markets and grocery stores. Foodsaver rolls are also available on the internet on sites like Ebay.
Refills for the Foodsaver v2460 can be found anywhere that the Foodsaver v2460 itself is sold. The most convenient place to look is online, where it can be found available for delivery.
The Foodsaver brand is actually well known for preserving all kinds of foods. The Foodsaver sucks out the air which aid in foods going bad and compresses them for immediate storage.
There are several different locations where one can find a Foodsaver sealer. One should check their local grocery store or retail store to see if a Foodsaver sealer is available.
The cost of foodsaver bags depends on how may you use. The cost will still be cheaper than the cost you incur from freezer burn and spoiling of food. You can get a package of foodsaver wrap for approximately $10.
As far as I can tell the FoodSaver Professional II is no longer available to buy, but one can buy the Professional Vacuum Sealing Kit online at the official FoodSaver website. One could always try eBay to find a used Foodsaver Professional II, if one prefers.
I found a good review for foodsaver bags on Chowhound. This review mentions off brands that can be purchased on Ebay as being comparable to the most costly Foodsaver brand products.