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Sunbeam VAC430 manual

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    ® Home Vacuum Packaging System Instruction Booklet V AC430 – VS4300 Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.[...]

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    Important Safeguards 2 Important T ips 3 Features of your FoodSaver® V AC430 4 Using your FoodSaver® V AC430 6 T ips on Sealing a Bag 8 How to Vacuum Package using FoodSaver® Canisters, Bottle Stoppers & Deli Containers 9 Care and Cleaning Instructions 11 V acuum Packaging Non-Food Items 12 Food Preparation and Storage Guide 13 Guidelines fo[...]

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    S u n b e a m ’ s S a f e t y P r e c a u t i o n s • Do no t use the ap pli anc e on we t or ho t su rfa ces, or nea r a hea t sou rce . • Do no t imm ers e any part of the ap pli anc e, su ppl y cord or plu g in wa ter or oth er li qui d. • T o disc onn ect , unp lug th e sup ply cord from the el ect rica l out let . Do no t dis con nec t[...]

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    When Vacuum Packaging: 1. V acuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration. 2. Use ONL Y bags, rolls and canisters manufactured by FoodSaver ® . 3. Do not allow the V acuum Channel to fill up with liquids. This will render the machine unusable. T o prevent it, avoid overfilling the bags and freeze liquids first. 4. Y ou can prevent liquids [...]

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    V A C 4 3 0 2 8 c m v a c u u m p a c k a g i n g s y s t e m 4 Auto-vacuum Indicator Green light indicates that the vacuum process is in operation and hands can be removed from the “Press/Hold” areas on the lid. Release/Cancel Button Press this button to open the lid after the vacuum and sealing process is finished, or to cancel an operation i[...]

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    5 Accessory Port Attach accessory hose here and use to vacuum package with FoodSaver® Canisters, Deli Containers and Bottle Stoppers. Sealing Light Indicator The red sealing light indicates that the sealing process is in operation. PRESS/HOLD Areas Press and hold on these areas firmly with the palms of your hands for operation to begin. V acuum Ch[...]

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    How to make a Bag from a FoodSaver ® Roll. 1. Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the supply cord into a standard electrical outlet. 2. Open the lid. 3. Cut roll to desired length plus 7.5 cm. Place one end of the bag on the sealing strip, but do not place the bag into the vacuum channel. See figure 1. 4. Close the lid. 5. Position[...]

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    How to Vacuum Package with FoodSaver ® Bags. 1. Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the supply cord into a standard electrical outlet. 2. Place item(s) in bag, allowing at least 7.5 cm of space between bag contents and top of bag. 3. Open the lid and place the open end of the bag into the vacuum channel. See figure 5. 4. Close lid [...]

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    8 T i p s o n S e a l i n g a B a g Prevent moisture or liquid from being pulled into the Vacuum Channel or trapped in the seal. Either pre-freeze moist food such as raw meat for 1-2 hours before vacuum packaging, or place a folded paper towel between food and end of bag to absorb excess liquids. Just be sure to leave at least 7.5cm between food an[...]

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    H o w t o V a c u u m P a c k a g e u s i n g F o o d S a v e r ® C a n i s t e r s , B o t t l e S t o p p e r s a n d D e l i C o n t a i n e r s How to Vacuum Package using FoodSaver ® Canisters, Bottle Stoppers and Deli Containers 1. Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the supply cord into a standard electrical outlet. 2. Cani[...]

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    10 3. V acuum package as per instructions in ‘Using your FoodSaver ® VAC430’ Guide on page 7, points 4ff. *FoodSaver ® Canisters and FoodSaver ® Deli Containers are sold separately . Important: After vacuum packaging, put deli container in refrigerator or freezer . Allow hot foods to cool to room temperature before vacuum packaging. Otherwis[...]

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    11 C a r e a n d C l e a n i n g I n s t r u c t i o n s The FoodSaver ® Appliance 1. Always unplug the appliance before cleaning. 2. Clean using a mild dishwashing soap and a warm, damp cloth. Do not immerse the appliance in water . Dry thoroughly before using. 3. Do not use abrasive products or materials to clean any of the appliance components.[...]

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    12 Y our FoodSaver ® appliance also protects non-food items from oxidation, corrosion and moisture. Just follow the directions for vacuum packaging using the FoodSaver ® Bags, Canisters, Deli Container and Accessories. • Camping and hiking gear stays dry and compact. V acuum packaging your clothes and equipment will help save space in your bag.[...]

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    F o o d P r e p a r a t i o n a n d S t o r a g e G u i d e Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging Food V acuum packaging is not a substitute for canning nor can it reverse deteriorating quality; it can only slow down changes in quality . It is impossible to predict how long a specific food will have top-quality flavour , appearance and texture, because i[...]

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    14 Preparation Guidelines for Meat and Fish For best results, pre-freeze meat and fish for 1-2 hours before vacuum packaging 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 paper[...]

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    Preparation Guidelines for Baked Goods T o vacuum package soft or airy baked goods, we recommend using a FoodSaver ® Canister so they will hold their shape. If using a bag, pre-freeze for 1-2 hours or until solidly frozen. T o save time, make cookie dough, pie shells, whole pies, or mix dry ingredients in advance and vacuum package for later use. [...]

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    16 P r e s e r v a t i o n G u i d e l i n e s Foods Where to Store Recommended FoodSaver ® Products Storage Life with FoodSaver ® Products Normal Storage Life Meat Beef, Pork, Lamb Freezer FoodSaver ® Bag 2-3 years 6 months Ground Meat Freezer FoodSaver ® Bag 1 year 4 months Poultry Freezer FoodSaver ® Bag 2-3 years 6 months Fish Freezer Food[...]

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    17 P re s er va t io n Gu id el in e s c o nt in ue d Baked Goods Bagels, Bread, Pastries Freezer FoodSaver ® Bag 1-3 years 6-12 months Nuts Almonds, Peanuts Pantry FoodSaver ® Bag, Canister 2 years 6 months Sunflower Seeds Pantry FoodSaver ® Bag, Canister 2 years 6 months Coffee Coffee Beans Freezer FoodSaver ® Bag 2-3 years 6 months Coffee Be[...]

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    Nothing happens when pressing the PRESS/ HOLD areas • Check to see that the appliance is plugged in. T est electrical outlet by plugging in another appliance. • The appliance will shut off automatically if overheated. Allow to cool down for 20 minutes and try again. • Check supply cord and plug for damage. If damaged, do not use the appliance[...]

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    T ro u bl e sh oo t in g co n ti nu e d The Bag Melts: • Should sealing strip overheat and melt the bag, it may be necessary to lift the lid and allow sealing strip to cool for a few minutes. • Built-in safety shut-off may shut the appliance off if it becomes overheated. Allow the unit to cool down for 20 minutes and try again. The FoodSaver ®[...]

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    Should you experience any difficulties with your appliance, please phone our customer service line for advice on 1300 881 861 in Australia, or 0800 786 232 in New Zealand. Alternatively , you can send a written claim to Sunbeam at the address listed below . On receipt of your claim, Sunbeam will seek to resolve your difficulties or , if the applian[...]

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    © 201 1 Sun beam Prod ucts Inc. do ing busin ess a s Jard en Con sum er Sol utio ns. Al l rig hts re serv ed. Foo dsa ver ® is a regi ste red tr adem ark of Sunb eam Pr oduc ts, Inc . Some image s and text ar e cop ywri ted. Mad e in Ch ina. Due to min or cha nge s in des ign o r othe rwis e, th e prod uct m ay dif fer fr om th e one sh own in th[...]