Deni 1331 manual Hints and Tips, Caring For Your Vacuum Sealer, The Freshlock Sealer Has Many Uses

Hints and Tips

■Boil-in-bag foods retain their flavor, the saucepan remains cleaner, cooking odors are reduced, and it saves energy.

■The vacuum removes the air from the bag, prolonging storage life, and retaining food color. It also saves space in the freezer or cupboard.

■To achieve an efficient seal, ensure that the area to be sealed is completely clean and dry.

■Also ensure that there are no creases or wrinkles in the bag which would prevent a perfect seal.

■Allow approximately 11/2” margin between the food and seal to allow for expansion when freezing and cooking.

■Do not use the vacuum sealer on cling film, as the heat will melt this type of film.

■The white stripe on the bag is for labeling.

■When packing boiling foods, allow them to cool for 5 minutes before packing.

■Do not vacuum air when sealing liquids in bags.

■Remember that seasonings and flavorings alter or intensify during storage, so reduce the amount of salt, pepper and spices in dishes to be frozen.

Caring For Your Vacuum Sealer

1.Before attempting any cleaning operation, remove the plug from the outlet.

2.Simply wipe the sealer with a soft, damp cloth. Do not immerse in water. Do not use any abrasive cleaners.

3.If particles of plastic adhere to the sealing wire, wipe them off carefully to avoid damage to the wire. It may help to carry out a sealing operation (closing the lid and pressing fully down) without a bag in position. This will heat the wire and soften any plastic adhering to it.

The Freshlock Sealer Has Many Uses:

Food Storage

■Buy food in bulk volume or on sale at low cost and then package for storage.

■Package meat, fish and poultry to freeze or to refrigerate.

■Package ingredients for special recipes.

■Pre-package servings for the weight-conscious or those on special diets.

■Save time by pre-cooking meals on weekends and then packaging individual servings. Food is then ready to reheat during the busy week. Cook by microwave, boil-in-bag or open and cook by conventional methods.

■Pack lunches for school or work.

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