Sunbeam VAC780, VS7800 manual Important Tips, When Vacuum Packaging

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Important Tips

When Vacuum Packaging:

1.Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration.

2.Use ONLY bags, rolls and canisters manufactured by Sunbeam Products Inc.

3.Do not allow the Vacuum Channel to fill up with liquids. This will render the machine unusable. To prevent it, avoid overfilling the bags and freeze liquids first.

4.You can prevent liquids from being drawn into the appliance by placing a folded paper towel at the top of the bag, but below the seal area, before vacuum packaging.

5.Do not attempt to create your own side seals for a FoodSaver® Bag. These bags are manufactured with special side seams which are sealed all the way to the outer edge. Creating your own side seams can actually leave air channels exposed which will cause leakage and prevent a vacuum from being formed.

6.Always make sure you leave at least 2.5cm of extra bag material for each time you plan to reuse the bag. To avoid possible illness, do not reuse bags after storing meats, fish or greasy foods.

7.If you are not sure whether you have achieved a complete seal, simply seal the bag again about 1cm above the first seal.

8.Bulky items sometimes make it difficult to achieve a smooth sealing surface. Gently stretch the bag flat along the Sealing Strip before closing the lid.

9.When packaging products with sharp edges (dry spaghetti, silverware, etc.), protect the bag from punctures by wrapping the products in a cushioning material, such as paper towels, styrofoam, tissue, etc. Products can also be vacuum packaged in canisters to avoid any possibility of puncturing a bag.

10.Avoid drawing powdery or fine-grained products such as, flour, sugar and coffee grinds into the appliance. This will inhibit the vacuuming and sealing process and may clog the unit, preventing it from drawing a good vacuum. To prevent this from occurring, avoid overfilling the bags.

11.If using the FoodSaver® appliance to re-seal packets, ensure that these have been previously commercially heat sealed. Do not use the sealing strip to re-seal conventional plastic wrap, sandwich bags and plastic bags as they may melt over the sealing strip.

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Contents Home Vacuum Packaging System Instruction Booklet Page Important instructions retain for future use ContentsFor examination, repair or adjustment Important SafeguardsVacuum packaging is not a substitute for refrigeration When Vacuum PackagingImportant Tips Speed Setting Accessory PortAdjustable Food Setting Progress Indicator LightsCanister Vacuum Button Vacuum & Seal ButtonSeal Button Pulse ButtonPage Pen Storage Bag & Roll Cutter Vacuum channel Easy-lock latch How to make a Bag from a FoodSaver Roll Using your FoodSaver VAC780Slide How to Vacuum Package with FoodSaver Bags Press Seal button to begin automatic sealing processPress the Seal Button to seal the bag and end the pulse mode Tips on using the Pulse featureTips on Removing Air from a Bag How to Remove the FoodSaver Bottle Stopper How to Open the FoodSaver CanisterFoodSaver Accessories Storage and Cleaning InstructionsFoodSaver Storage FoodSaver ApplianceVacuum Packaging Non-Food Items Thawing and Heating Vacuum Packaged Foods Food Preparation and Storage GuideGuidelines for Vacuum Packaging Food Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging Preparation Guidelines for Coffee and Powdery foods Preparation Guidelines for Baked GoodsPreparation Guidelines for Liquids Preparation Guidelines for Snack FoodsPreservation Guidelines Nuts Baked GoodsCoffee Prepared LiquidsBag Melts TroubleshootingAir is not removed from the bag Page New Zealand Month Replacement GuaranteeAustralia Need help with your appliance?
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