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T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L

Food Preparation and Storage Guide

B O T T L E D L I Q U I D S

Where to

Recommended

Vacuum

Normal Storage

Store

FoodSaver

Packaged

Life (without

 

 

Container

Storage Life

vacuum packaging)

 

 

 

 

 

Oils (with no preservatives

 

FoodSaver

 

 

such as safflower, canola,

Pantry

1 to 112 years

5 to 6 months

Bottle Stopper

corn oil)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wine

Refrigerator

FoodSaver

2 to 4 months

1 to 3 weeks

Bottle Stopper

 

 

 

 

T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L

P OW D E RY F O O D S

Where to

Recommended

Vacuum

Normal Storage

Store

FoodSaver

Packaged

Life (without

 

 

Container

Storage Life

vacuum packaging)

 

 

 

 

 

Flour, Sugar, Dry milk,

 

FoodSaver Bag,

 

 

Brown sugar,

Pantry

1 to 2 years

6 months

Canister

Dried coconut

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preparation Guidelines for Powdery Foods:

Preparation Guidelines for Bottled Liquids:

For best results when vacuum pack- aging powdery foods in a FoodSaver

Keep powdery foods fresh and protect them from insect infesta-

Wine, oil and other non-carbon- ated bottled liquids can be kept fresh longer with the FoodSaver Bottle Stopper. Leave at least one inch of room between the contents

and the bottom of the Bottle Stopper before vacuum packaging bottled liquids. Re-seal bottles after each use.

Bag, leave the item in its original bag, then place that bag inside a FoodSaver Bag. This will prevent fine or powdery food from being drawn into the vacuum pump and help guarantee a good seal.

tion by repackaging them with the FoodSaver after each use. You can open the container and take what you need for baking or cooking.

D R Y F O O D S

Where to

Recommended

Vacuum

Normal Storage

Store

FoodSaver

Packaged

Life (without

 

 

Container

Storage Life

vacuum packaging)

 

 

 

 

 

Rice/risotto, Pasta,

Pantry

FoodSaver Bag,

1 to 2 years

6 months

Beans, Grains

Canister

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preparation Guidelines for Dry Foods:

 

 

Before vacuum packaging dry foods

material, like a paper towel. This

with sharp edges, such as rice and

will help protect the FoodSaver Bag

pasta, wrap the food in cushioning

from punctures.

 

NOTE: Placing a box inside a FoodSaver Bag may puncture the bag. Therefore, it is best to use the inner bag in which most powdery foods are generally packaged.

S N A C K F O O D S

Where to

Recommended

Vacuum

 

Normal Storage

Store

FoodSaver

Packaged

 

Life (without

 

 

Container

Storage Life

 

vacuum packaging)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Crackers, Chips, Cookies

Pantry

FoodSaver

3 to 6 weeks

 

1 to 2 weeks

 

 

Canister

 

 

 

Preparation Guidelines for Snack Foods:

 

 

 

Keep snack foods fresh even if you

take what you need, then repackage

use them every day by vacuum

it to maintain freshness.

 

packaging them. Open the canister,

 

 

 

 

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Contents Vac800/Vac820 Table of Contents WelcomeFoodSaver Vac 800/ Vac FoodSaver Accessories Important Safeguards Important TipsHow to Make a Custom-Made Bag with FoodSaver Rolls Close the lidOpen the lid of the appliance How to Use the Sealing Adjustment Switch How to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Designer CanistersHow to Open FoodSaver Bulk Storage or Square Canisters Important Do not use screw bands when vacuum packaging jars Place the Mason jar lid on the top of the Mason jarHow To Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Universal Lids See page 14, stepsHow to Vacuum Package Using FoodSaver Bottle Stoppers Care and Cleaning InstructionsWash bags in warm water using a mild dishwashing soap Allow bags to dry thoroughly before reusingFood Preparation and Storage Guide Vegetables should be blanched Place baking sheet in the freezerStops the enzyme action, which Color and textureInto the vacuum pump and help guarantee a good seal Each time the bag will be opened and repackagedMaterial, like a paper towel. This Troubleshooting Vacuum Packaging Non-Food ItemsAir Was Removed From the Bag, But Has Come Back Into the Bag FoodSaver Designer Canister Will Not Vacuum Warranty and Service Information