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Push in the vacuum and seal bar and make sure that the latch
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Make sure that the appliance is clean and store upright, on a flat,
level surface, away from the edge and where it cannot be easily
knocked over
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The vacuum packaging process extends the life of foods by
removing most of the air from the sealed container
oxidation, which affects nutritional value, flavour and overall quality
Removing air can also inhibit growth of microorganisms, which can
cause problems under certain conditions:
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microorganisms at temperatures of 4°C or below
Freezing at -17°C does not kill microorganisms, but stops them from
growing. For long-term storage, always freeze perishable foods that
have been vacuum packaged, and keep refrigerated after thawing.
It is important to note that vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute
for canning and it cannot reverse the deterioration of foods. It can
only slow down the changes in quality
long foods will retain their top-quality flavour
because it depends on age and condition of the food on the day it
was vacuum packaged.
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or freezing.
still be refrigerated or frozen after vacuum packaging. T
possible illness, do not reuse bags after storing raw meats, raw fish
or greasy foods. Do not reuse bags that have been microwaved or
simmered.
Thawing and Reheating
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Always thaw foods in a refrigerator or a microwave
oven — do not thaw perishable foods at room
temperature.
Foods inside a bag can be defrosted but not
reheated in a microwave oven. When defrosting foods in the
microwave in FoodSaver® bags make sure not to exceed maximum
power of 180 watts (defrost setting), maximum time of 2 minutes
and maximum temperature of 70°C (158°F).
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water at a low simmer below 75°C (170°F). Followany
instructions that come with the FoodSaver® specialty
bags.
Preparation Guidelines
Meat and Fish
For best results, pre-freeze meat and fish for 1-2 hours before vacuum
sealing in a FoodSaver® Bag. This helps retain the juice and shape, and
guarantees a better seal. If it’s not possible to pre-freeze, place a folded
paper towel between meat or fish and top of bag, but below seal area.
Leave a paper towel in bag to absorb excess moisture and juices during the
vacuum sealing process.
Note: Beef may appear darker after vacuum sealing due to the removal of
oxygen. This is not an indication of spoilage.
Hard Cheeses
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Make your FoodSaver® Bag extra-long, allowing 25mm of
bag material for each time you plan to open and reseal,
in addition to the 75mm room you normally leave
between contents and seal.
Simply cut sealed edge and remove cheese. When you
are ready to reseal the cheese, just drop it in bag and reseal.
Important: Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria, soft cheeses should never be
vacuum sealed.
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This process stops the enzyme action that could lead to
loss of flavour
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the microwave until they are cooked, but still crisp. Blanching times range
from 1 to 2 minutes for leafy greens and peas; 3 to 4 minutes for snap peas,
sliced courgette or broccoli; 5 minutes for carrots; and 7 to 1
corn on the cob.
cooking process. Finally
Note:
cauliflower
blanching, they must be stored in freezer only
When freezing vegetables, it is best to pre-freeze them for 1–2 hours or until
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baking sheet and spread them out so they are not touching. This prevents
them from freezing together in a block. Once they are frozen, remove from
baking sheet and vacuum seal vegetables in a FoodSaver® Bag.
have been vacuum sealed, return them to the freezer
Important: Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria, fresh mushrooms, onions
and garlic should never be vacuum sealed.
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For best results, use a canister to store leafy vegetables. First
wash the vegetables, and then dry with a towel or salad
spinner
seal as normal. Store in the refrigerator
Fruits
When freezing soft fruits or berries, it is best to pre-freeze them
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servings, first place on a baking sheet and spread them out so
they are not touching. This prevents them from freezing together
in a block. Once they are frozen, remove from baking sheet and
vacuum seal fruit in a FoodSaver® Bag.
After they have been vacuum sealed, return them to the freezer
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easy fruit salad all year round. If storing in the refrigerator
using a FoodSaver® Canister
Baked Goods
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using a FoodSaver® Canister so they will hold their shape.
If using a bag, pre-freeze for 1-2 hours or until solidly
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pies, or mix dry ingredients in advance and vacuum seal for
later use.
Coffee and Powdery Foods
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pump, place a coffee filter or paper towel at top of bag or
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in its original bag inside a FoodSaver® Bag, or use a
FoodSaver® Universal Lid with the original container to
vacuum seal.
Liquids
Before you vacuum seal liquids such as soup stock, pre-
freeze in a casserole dish, loaf pan or ice cube tray until
solid. Remove frozen liquid from pan and vacuum seal in a
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freezer
When you are ready to use, just cut corner of bag and place in a dish in
microwave or drop into water at a low simmer
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Bottle Stopper with the original container
Remember to leave at least 25mm of room between contents and the bottom
of the Bottle Stopper
Pre-Made Meals, Leftovers and Sandwiches
Efficiently store your pre-made meals, leftovers and
sandwiches in the stackable, lightweight FoodSaver®
Containers. They are microwaveable, top rack dishwasher
safe and come with a custom adaptor
The lightweight containers will be ready to head off to the
office, to school or the great outdoors whenever you are!
Snack Foods
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when you vacuum seal them. For best results, use a
FoodSaver® Canister for crushable items like
crackers.
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P Solution
Seal light is flashing.
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• Under heavy usage,
flash.
• The vacuum pump has been running for mor
usage the appliance will shut off automatically and the seal light will flash.
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appliance is not vacuuming air from
the bag.
• If making a bag from a roll,
the bag and try again. Mak
vacuum channel.
• Check for wrinkles in the bag along the sealing strip.
seal,
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debris on the upper gasket.
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while inserting bag into vacuum channel.
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No lights on the control panel.
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