Contents Important Safeguards Important Tips Features of your FoodSaver VAC780 ® Using your FoodSaver VAC780 ® How to Vacuum Package using FoodSaver ® Canisters and Bottle Stoppers Storage and Cleaning Instructions Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items Food Preparation and Storage Guide Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging Preservation Guidelines Troubleshooting...
• Never leave an appliance unattended while in use. If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance, please visit www.sunbeam.com.au or contact the Sunbeam Consumer Service Line. Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.
8. Bulky items sometimes make it difficult 2. Use ONLY bags, rolls and canisters to achieve a smooth sealing surface. manufactured by Sunbeam Products Inc. Gently stretch the bag flat along the 3. Do not allow the Vacuum Channel to fill up Sealing Strip before closing the lid.
VAC780 28cm vacuum packaging system with multi-function control panel and roll storage Accessory Port Attach accessory hose here and use to vacuum package with FoodSaver Canisters ® and bottle stoppers. Speed Setting Select speed to optimise the vacuum. 'Gentle' for delicate foods; 'Normal' for all average-sized bags, canisters and bottles;...
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Vacuum & Seal Button This button has two uses: 1. Press to vacuum package and seal with a single touch. Shuts off automatically. 2. Press to cancel process at any time. Canister Vacuum Button Press to achieve best vacuum results for canisters and bottle stoppers.
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VAC780 28cm vacuum packaging system with multi-function control panel and roll storage Roll Storage Compartment Foam Gasket Easy Clean Drip Tray Extra-wide Sealing Strip...
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Pen Storage Bag & Roll Cutter Vacuum channel Easy-lock latch...
Using your FoodSaver VAC780 ® How to make a Bag from a FoodSaver Roll How to Vacuum Package with FoodSaver Bags ® ® 1. Place appliance on a flat, dry surface 1. Place appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the supply cord into a standard and plug the supply cord into a standard electrical outlet.
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Using your FoodSaver VAC780 continued ® Tips on using the Pulse feature Tips on Sealing a Bag Use the pulse feature to manually control the Make sure you've locked the appliance lid. vacuum process and avoid crushing delicate When making a bag from a roll, place bag items.
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Using your FoodSaver VAC780 continued ® Tips on Removing Air from a Bag Make sure you've locked the appliance lid. When vacuuming and sealing a bag or canister, ensure latch is locked in the 'operate' position. Check for wrinkles in the bag along the Sealing Strip.
How to Vacuum Package using FoodSaver Canisters and Bottle Stoppers ® 1. Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface 3. Insert one end of the Accessory Hose into and plug the supply cord into a standard the Accessory Port on the appliance. Insert electrical outlet.
Storage and Cleaning Instructions FoodSaver Storage FoodSaver Bags ® ® To utilise the unique vertical storage: IMPORTANT: Do not reuse bags after storing 1. Close the lid. meats, fish or greasy foods. 2. Turn the latch halfway to secure for storage 1.
Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items Your FoodSaver appliance also protects • Vacuum package your food and equipment ® non-food items from oxidation, corrosion for a boating or sailing outing. Food will and moisture. stay dry in the cooler/esky. Batteries and film won’t get damaged by water, and you’ll Just follow the directions for vacuum appreciate having a dry change of clothes.
Food Preparation and Storage Guide Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging Food • Bacteria: Frequently results in discoloration, soft or slimy texture, and/or an unpleasant Vacuum packaging is not a substitute for odor. 'Clostridium botulinum' (the organism canning nor can it reverse deteriorating that causes Botulism) can grow without quality;...
Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging Preparation Guidelines for Meat and Fish servings, first place on a baking sheet and spread them out so they are not touching. For best results, pre-freeze meat and fish This prevents them from freezing together for 1-2 hours before vacuum packaging in a in a block.
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Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging continued Preparation Guidelines for Baked Goods Preparation Guidelines for Marinating To vacuum package soft or airy baked goods, Vacuum sealing opens the pores in foods we recommend using a FoodSaver Canister such as meats, poultry and seafood absorbing ®...
Preservation Guidelines Storage Life Where to Recommended Normal Storage Foods with FoodSaver ® Store FoodSaver ® Products Life Products Meat Beef, Pork, Lamb Freezer FoodSaver 2-3 years 6 months ® Ground Meat Freezer FoodSaver 1 year 4 months ® Poultry Freezer FoodSaver 2-3 years...
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Preservation Guidelines continued Recommended Where to Storage Life Normal Storage Foods Store with FoodSaver ® Life FoodSaver ® Products Baked Goods Bagels, Bread, Pastries Freezer FoodSaver 1-3 years 6-12 months ® Nuts Almonds, Peanuts Pantry FoodSaver Bag, Canister 2 years 6 months ®...
Troubleshooting Nothing happens when the on button is pressed: • Check the bag for a puncture or hole, which may have released the vacuum. • Check to see that the appliance is plugged Cushion sharp edges in the contents of in.
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You are also Alternatively, you can send a written claim entitled to have the goods repaired or to Sunbeam at the address listed below. replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable On receipt of your claim, Sunbeam will...
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