Sunbeam Food Saver VAC660 User Manual

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Home Vacuum Packaging System  
Instruction Booklet  
VAC660 - VS6600  
Please read these instructions carefully  
and retain for future reference.  
 
Contents  
Important Safeguards  
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5
6
8
Important Tips  
Features of your FoodSaver® VAC660  
Using your FoodSaver® VAC660  
How to Vacuum Package using FoodSaver®  
Canisters, Bottle Stoppers & Deli Containers 10  
Care and Cleaning Instructions  
Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items  
Food Preparation and Storage Guide  
Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging  
Preservation Guidelines  
12  
13  
14  
15  
17  
19  
Troubleshooting  
Important instructions – retain for  
future use.  
 
SImportantSafeguards
Read the Instructions Carefully.  
For Your Own Safety, Always Follow These Basic Precautions When Using the FoodSaver® Appliance:  
1. Do not use the appliance on wet or hot  
surfaces, or near a heat source.  
2. Do not immerse any part of the appliance,  
supply cord or plug in water or other  
liquid.  
3. To disconnect, unplug the supply  
cord from the electrical outlet. Do not  
disconnect by pulling on the cord.  
9. This appliance is not intended for use by  
persons (including children) with reduced  
physical, sensory or mental capabilities,  
or lack of experience and knowledge,  
unless they have been given supervision  
or instruction concerning use of the  
appliance by a person responsible for their  
safety.  
10. If the supply cord is damaged, it must  
be replaced by the manufacturer, or its  
service agent or a similarly qualified  
person in order to avoid a hazard.  
4. Do not operate the appliance with a  
damaged supply cord or plug. Do not  
operate the appliance if it malfunctions  
or is in any way damaged. If the cord  
or the machine is damaged, it must be  
returned  
to an authorized service center.  
5. Do not use an extension cord with the  
appliance.  
11. This appliance is intended to be used in  
household and similar applications such  
as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices  
and other working environments; farm  
houses; by clients in hotels, motels and  
other residential type environments; bed  
and breakfast type environments.  
6. Use only accessories or attachments  
recommended by Sunbeam and the  
FoodSaver® brand team.  
• For Household Use Only  
7. Use the appliance only for its intended  
use.  
8. Closely supervise children when using  
any electrical appliance. Do not allow the  
appliance to be used as a toy.  
• Please Save These Instructions  
WARNING: To avoid dangers of suffocation,  
keep bag away from babies and children.  
This is not a toy.  
If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance,  
Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.  
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Important Tips  
When Vacuum Packaging:  
7. If you are not sure whether you have  
achieved a complete seal, simply seal the  
bag again about 1cm above the first seal.  
1. Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for  
refrigeration.  
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.  
2. Use ONLY bags, rolls and canisters  
manufactured by FoodSaver®.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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VAC660 28cm vacuum packaging  
system with multi-fuction control panel  
Fast  
Mo  
Accessory Port  
Normal  
Dry  
Attach accessory hose here and use to  
vacuum package with FoodSaver® Canisters  
and bottle stoppers.  
Speed Setting  
Select speed to optimise the vacuum  
'Normal' for average sized bags, canisters  
and bottle. 'Fast' for larger - sized bags and  
canisters.  
Adjustable Food Setting  
Select food type to optimise the seal. Dry  
(normal seal time) for food without liquid;  
Moist (longer seal time) for juicy foods.  
Foam Gasket  
Extra-wide Sealing Strip  
V
A
SEALING STRIP  
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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.  
oist  
AUTO FUNCTION  
MANUAL FUNCTION  
Vacuum  
&
Seal  
Canister  
Pulse  
Seal  
Cancel  
2. Press to cancel process at any time.  
Canister Vacuum Button  
Press to achieve best vacuum results for  
canisters and bottle stoppers.  
Seal Button  
This button has three uses:  
1. Press to immediately stop the vacuum  
process and begin sealing the bag.  
2. Press to create a seal when making bags  
from a FoodSaver® Roll.  
3.Press to create a seal on foil-based chip  
and cereal packets.  
Pulse Button  
Press to remove air-as much or as little as  
required - then press seal to complete.  
Vacuum channel  
Easy-Clean / Removable Drip Tray  
Easy-lock latch  
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®
Using your FoodSaver VAC660  
How to make a Bag from a FoodSaver® Roll  
How to Vacuum Package with FoodSaver® Bags  
1. Place appliance on a flat, dry surface  
and plug the supply cord into a standard  
electrical outlet.  
1. Place 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  
7.5cm of space between bag contents  
and top of bag.  
3. Open FoodSaver® lid and place open end  
of bag into the Vacuum Channel.  
2. Pull out enough bag material to hold item  
to be vacuum packaged.  
3. Cut Roll to desired length, plus 7.5cm.  
4. Open FoodSaver® lid. The lid may be  
locked. To unlock by lifting the side latch.  
Fast  
Moist  
AUTO  
FUNCTION  
Seal  
MANUAL FUNCTION  
Vacuum  
&
Canister  
Normal  
Pulse  
Dry  
Seal  
Cancel  
Lift latch to unlock  
4. Close and lock lid by locking side lock.  
5. Select appropriate 'Food Setting' button.  
Choose 'Moist' for juicy foods or 'Dry'  
for foods without liquid. Appliance will  
default to the 'Dry' setting.  
6. Select appropriate Speed setting button.  
Choose 'Normal' for average-sized bags  
and canisters or 'Fast' for larger sized  
bags and canisters. Appliance will default  
to  
5. Place one open end of the bag material  
across the sealing strip and close lid.  
(Do not place edge of bag into vacuum  
channel when sealing bags)  
6. Lock lid by latching side lock.  
Press  
Fast  
Moist  
AUTO FUNCTION  
MANUAL FUNCTI  
ON  
Vacuum  
&
Seal  
Canister  
Normal  
Pulse  
Dry  
Seal  
Cancel  
VACUUM CHANNEL  
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7. Press 'Seal' button to begin automatic  
sealing process.  
the 'Normal' speed.  
7. Press 'Vacuum & Seal' Button to begin  
automatic vacuum and seal process.  
8. When seal indicator light turns off,  
unlock latch, lift lid and remove bag.  
Wait 20 seconds before vacuuming and / or  
sealing again.  
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Using your FoodSaver® VAC660 continued  
Tips on Sealing a Bag  
Tips on Removing Air from a Bag  
Make sure you've locked the appliance lid.  
When making a bag from a roll, place bag  
material on Sealing Strip, close lid and  
ensure latch is locked.  
Make sure you've locked the appliance lid.  
When vacuuming and sealing a bag or  
canister, ensure latch is locked.  
Check for wrinkles in the bag along the Sealing  
Strip. Wrinkles in seal may cause leakage and  
allow air to come back into bag. Check for  
wrinkles in bag along Sealing Strip before  
closing lid and vacuum packaging. If you  
find wrinkles after sealing bag, simply cut  
bag open and vacuum package again.  
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 2.5cm between  
food and end of bag so that bag seals  
properly with paper towel inside.  
If motor runs for more than 30 seconds without  
stopping, consider the following: You may  
need to adjust bag and try again. If you are  
making the initial seal on a piece of bag  
material with two open ends, make sure bag  
is placed on Sealing Strip. If you are vacuum  
packaging with a bag, make sure open end is  
placed over the Vacuum Channel and make  
sure Accessory Hose is not attached.  
Make sure you give appliance time to cool  
down. Wait at least 20 seconds between  
seals. Under very heavy usage, appliance will  
not operate to prevent overheating. If it does,  
wait 20 minutes to allow appliance to  
cool off.  
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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. Canisters: place the item(s) to be vacuum  
packaged inside the canister. Place the lid  
on top of the canister. See figure 1.  
3. Insert one end of the Accessory Hose  
into the Accessory Port on the appliance.  
Insert the other end of the hose into the  
lid of canister or bottle stopper.  
4. Lock the latch on the side of the  
appliance before vacuuming.  
5. Press 'Canister' Button to begin vacuum  
process for either canisters or bottles,  
motor will run until vacuum process  
is complete.  
6. When motor turns off, gently twist and  
remove Accessory Hose from appliance  
and canister or bottle stopper.  
Fast  
Moist  
AUTO FUNCTION  
MANUAL FUNCTION  
Vacuum  
&
Seal  
Canister  
Normal  
Pulse  
Dry  
Seal  
Cancel  
Deli Containers:  
1. Place the item(s) to be vacuum packaged  
inside the container*. Place the lid firmly  
on top of the container.  
Figure 1  
2. Insert one end of the Accessory Hose into  
the Accessory Port on your FoodSaver®  
appliance.  
3. Insert the other end of the Accessory Hose  
into the hole on the top of the container  
adaptor. See figure 3. Twist the grey tip of  
hose while inserting to ensure a tight fit.  
Bottle Stoppers: insert the Bottle Stopper  
into the neck of the bottle.  
Leave at least 2.5cm between the  
contents and the rim. See figure 2.  
Fast  
Moist  
AUTO FUNC  
TION  
MANUAL  
F
UNCTION  
Vacuum  
&
Seal  
Canister  
Normal  
Pulse  
Dry  
Seal  
Cancel  
Figure 3  
Figure 2  
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How to Vacuum Package using FoodSaver® Canisters,  
Bottle Stoppers and Deli Containers - Continued  
4. Place the container adaptor over the grey  
vacuum valve on the container lid. See  
figure 4.  
How to Open the FoodSaver® Canister  
To open, press and hold down the grey rubber  
button in the centre of the lid. This will  
release the vacuum – a hissing sound can  
be heard as the air rushes in.  
How to Remove the FoodSaver® Bottle Stopper  
To remove, simply twist and pull up on the  
Bottle Stopper to release the vacuum.  
How to Open FoodSaver® Deli containers  
To open, lift the grey rubber cover in the  
centre of the lid. This will release the vacuum  
– a hissing sound can be heard as the air  
rushes is.  
Figure 4  
5. Lock the latch on the side of the  
appliance before vacuuming.  
6. Press 'Canister' Button to begin vacuum  
process. Motor will run until vacuum  
process is complete.  
7. When motor turns off, gently twist and  
remove Accessory Hose from appliance  
and container.  
*FoodSaver® Deli containers sold separately.  
IMPORTANT: Remember to remove the  
Accessory Hose from the Accessory Port on  
the appliance before you vacuum package in  
FoodSaver® Bags.  
DO NOT STORE CANISTER IN THE FREEZER.  
Important: After vacuum packaging, put deli  
container in refrigerator or freezer. Allow hot  
foods to cool to room temperature before  
vacuum packaging. Otherwise, the contents  
may bubble up out the container.  
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Care and Cleaning Instructions  
The FoodSaver® Appliance  
3. Allow bags to dry thoroughly before  
reusing. To avoid possible illness, do not  
reuse bags after storing raw meats, fish or  
greasy foods. Do not reuse bags that have  
been microwaved or simmered.  
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.  
FoodSaver® Accessories  
1. All FoodSaver® accessories should be  
washed in warm water using a mild  
dishwashing soap. Dry thoroughly before  
using.  
2. All FoodSaver® Canister bases (but  
not the lids) may be washed in the  
dishwasher. FoodSaver® Canister lids  
(white) are NOT dishwasher safe.  
3. The FoodSaver® Canister base (clear) can  
be cleaned in the dishwasher but only in  
the top shelf. Items washed in bottom  
shelves can distort due to the heat from  
the dishwasher element.  
IMPORTANT: All plastic components  
deteriorate through the prolonged use of a  
dishwasher for cleaning. Hand washing of  
plastic components in warm soapy water is  
always recommended.  
Drip Tray  
Remove from appliance for easy clean.  
Clean drip tray in warm soapy water.  
FoodSaver® Bags  
IMPORTANT: Do not reuse bags after storing  
meats, fish or greasy foods.  
1. Wash bags in warm water using a mild  
dishwashing soap.  
2. Bags can be washed in the dishwasher  
by carefully turning the bags inside out  
and spreading them over the top rack of  
the dishwasher so that all surfaces are  
exposed to the washing water.  
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Vacuum Packaging Non-Food  
Items  
Your FoodSaver® appliance also protects  
non-food items from oxidation, corrosion  
and moisture.  
• Vacuum package your food and equipment  
for a boating or sailing outing. Food will  
stay dry in the cooler/esky. Batteries and  
film won’t get damaged by water, and you’ll  
appreciate having a dry change of clothes.  
Just follow the directions for vacuum  
packaging using the FoodSaver® Bags,  
Canisters and Accessories.  
• Vacuum package first aid kits and  
emergency kits for your house, your boat  
and your car. Items will all be in one  
package and will stay dry and without  
dirt and mold. Include flares, batteries,  
flashlight, candles and matches.  
• Camping and hiking gear stays dry and  
compact. Vacuum packaging your clothes  
and equipment will help save space in your  
bag. Vacuum package matches, maps and  
anything you want to stay dry.  
• For picnics, fill a FoodSaver® Bag with ice  
and seal. When it melts, you’ll have fresh  
water for drinking or you can put it back  
in the freezer as a reusable ice pack.  
• To vacuum package silver, wrap fork prongs  
in soft cushioning material, such as a  
paper towel, to avoid puncturing bag.  
• For painting, vacuum package your wet  
paint brush between coats rather than  
washing out. Particularly useful for  
oil based paints that require mineral  
turpentine to clean up.  
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Food Preparation and Storage  
Guide  
Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging Food  
Bacteria: Frequently results in discoloration,  
soft or slimy texture, and/or an unpleasant  
odor. 'Clostrid ium botulinum' (the organism  
that causes Botulism) can grow without  
air under the right conditions, cannot be  
detected by smell or taste, and although  
extremely rare, can be very dangerous.  
Vacuum 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 it depends  
on the age and condition of the food on the  
day it was vacuum packaged. Foods that are  
extremely fresh will last longer than foods  
that are already deteriorating.  
The combination of vacuum packaging and  
freezing will extend food freshness and reduce  
the growth of bacteria in perishable foods.  
Maintaining low temperatures is a critical  
factor in preserving foods safely. Growth of  
micro-organisms is significantly reduced at  
temperatures of 4°C or below. Freezing at  
-17°C does not kill micro-organisms, but  
it stops them from growing. For long term  
storage, always freeze “perishable” foods  
that have been vacuum packaged.  
Vacuum packaging extends the life of foods  
by removing nearly all the air in a sealed  
container, thereby reducing oxidation which  
affects nutritional value, flavour and overall  
quality. However, most foods contain enough  
water to support micro-organisms which  
can grow with or without air. While micro-  
organisms are present everywhere, only  
certain ones cause problems, and only under  
certain conditions:  
Thawing and Heating Vacuum Packaged Foods  
Always thaw foods in either the Refrigerator  
or microwave – do not leave “perishable”  
foods at room temperature to thaw.  
To microwave in a FoodSaver® Bag, cut a  
corner of the bag and place on a microwave-  
safe dish. You can always reheat foods in  
FoodSaver® Bags by placing them in water  
at a low simmer below 75°C.  
Mould: Easy to identify because of its  
characteristic fuzz. Moulds are virtually  
eliminated by vacuum packaging because  
they cannot grow in a low oxygen  
environment.  
Yeast: Results in fermentation, which can  
frequently be identified by smell or taste.  
Yeast requires water, sugar and a moderate  
temperature to grow, and can grow with or  
without air. Refrigeration slows the growth  
of yeast, and freezing stops it completely.  
NOTE: Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute  
for refrigeration or freezing. Any “perishable”  
foods that require refrigeration prior to vacuum  
packaging still must be refrigerated or frozen  
after vacuum packaging.  
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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.  
This prevents them from freezing together  
in a block. Once they are frozen, remove from  
baking sheet and vacuum package vegetables  
in a FoodSaver® Bag. After they have been  
vacuum packaged, return them to the freezer.  
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  
towel in bag to absorb excess moisture and  
juices during vacuum packaging process.  
Note: Cruciferous vegetables (broccoli,  
Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale,  
turnips) naturally emit gases during storage.  
Therefore, after blanching, they must be  
stored in freezer only.  
Note: Beef may appear darker after vacuum  
packaging due to the removal of oxygen.  
This is not an indication of spoilage.  
Important: Mushrooms and garlic should never  
be vacuum packaged.  
Preparation Guidelines for Hard Cheeses  
Preparation Guidelines for Leafy Vegetables  
To keep cheese fresh, vacuum package it  
after each use. Make your FoodSaver® Bag  
extra long, allowing 2.5cm of bag material  
for each time you plan to open and reseal  
in addition to the 7.5cm room you normally  
leave between contents and seal. Simply cut  
sealed edge and remove cheese. When you're  
ready to repackage the cheese, just drop it in  
bag and reseal.  
For best results, use a canister to store leafy  
vegetables. First wash the vegetables and  
then dry with a towel or salad spinner.  
After they are dried, put them in a canister  
and vacuum package. Store in refrigerator.  
Preparation Guidelines for Fruits  
When freezing soft fruits or berries, it is best  
to pre-freeze them for 1-2 hours or until  
solidly frozen. To freeze fruit in individual  
servings, first place on a baking sheet and  
spread them out so they are not touching.  
This prevents them from freezing together  
in a block. Once they are frozen, remove  
from baking sheet and vacuum package fruit  
in a FoodSaver® Bag. After they have been  
vacuum packaged, return them to the freezer.  
Preparation Guidelines for Vegetables  
Vegetables need to be blanched before  
vacuum packaging. This process stops the  
enzyme action that could lead to loss of  
flavour, colour and texture.  
To blanch vegetables, place them in boiling  
water for 1 to 2 minutes. After blanching,  
immerse vegetables in iced cold water to stop  
the cooking process. Finally, dry vegetables  
on a towel before vacuum packaging.  
You can vacuum package portions for  
baking, or in your favourite combinations  
for easy fruit salad all year round. If storing  
in the refrigerator, we recommend using a  
FoodSaver® Canister.  
When freezing vegetables, it is best to  
pre-freeze them for 1-2 hours or until solidly  
frozen. To freeze vegetables in individual  
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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,  
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. To save time, make cookie dough, pie  
shells, whole pies, or mix dry ingredients in  
advance and vacuum package for later use.  
Vacuum sealing opens the pores in foods  
such as meats, poultry and seafood absorbing  
marinades much faster than traditional  
marinating methods. Marinating can occur  
in either FoodSaver® Bags or Canisters.  
Do not overfill bags with marinating liquid.  
This ensures that liquid does not enter the  
vacuum channel.  
Preparation Guidelines for Coffee and Powdery  
foods  
Note: Marinating times will vary depending  
on the type of marinade being used. Do not  
marinate for more than 5-10 minutes if the  
marinade contains acidic ingredients, such  
as lemon juice and vinegar.  
To prevent food particles from being drawn  
into vacuum pump, place a coffee filter or  
paper towel at top of bag or canister before  
vacuum packaging. You can also place the  
food in its original bag inside a FoodSaver®  
Bag.  
Re-sealing Chip packets, etc  
Whilst we recommend only using FoodSaver®  
Bags and Rolls to vacuum package items,  
you can also utilise the sealing strip to  
re-seal pockets that have already undergone  
a commercial quality seal.  
Preparation Guidelines for Liquids  
Before you vacuum package liquids such as  
soup stock, pre-freeze in a casserole dish,  
loaf pan or ice cube tray until solid. Remove  
frozen liquid from pan and vacuum package  
in a FoodSaver® Bag. You can stack these  
"frozen bricks" in your freezer. When you're  
ready to use, just cut corner of bag and place  
in a dish in microwave or drop into water at  
a low simmer below 75˚C.  
The heat sealing strip allows half consumed  
packets of chips, crackers and cereals to be  
resealed by placing on heating sealing strip.  
Ensure that the bag does not reach into the  
vacuum channel, as it will crush delicate  
items. Only re-seal packets.  
To vacuum package non-carbonated  
bottled liquids, you can use a FoodSaver®  
Bottle Stopper with the original container.  
Remember to leave at least 2.5cm of room  
between contents and bottom of Bottle  
Stopper. You can re-seal bottles after each  
use.  
NOTE: Do not use the sealing strip to seal  
conventional plastic wrap, sandwich bags  
and plastic bags as the bags may melt over  
the sealing strip.  
Preparation Guidelines for Snack Foods  
Your snack foods will maintain their freshness  
longer when you vacuum package them.  
For best results, use a FoodSaver® Canister  
for crushable items like crackers.  
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Preservation Guidelines  
Where to  
Store  
Recommended  
FoodSaver® Storage  
Storage Life  
with FoodSaver®  
Normal  
Storage Life  
Foods  
Meat  
Beef, Pork, Lamb  
Ground Meat  
Poultry  
Freezer  
FoodSaver® Bag  
2-3 years  
1 year  
6 months  
4 months  
6 months  
6 months  
Freezer  
Freezer  
Freezer  
FoodSaver® Bag  
FoodSaver® Bag  
FoodSaver® Bag  
2-3 years  
2 years  
Fish  
Hard Cheeses  
Cheddar, Swiss  
Parmesan  
Refrigerator FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 4-8 months  
Refrigerator FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 4-8 months  
1-2 weeks  
1-2 weeks  
Vegetables (Vegetables, excluding leafy types, must be blanched before vacuum sealing.)  
Asparagus  
Freezer  
Freezer  
Freezer  
FoodSaver® Bag  
FoodSaver® Bag  
FoodSaver® Bag  
2-3 years  
2-3 years  
2-3 years  
8 months  
8 months  
8 months  
Broccoli, Cauliflower  
Cabbage, Brussels  
Sprouts  
Corn (cob or kernel)  
Green Beans  
Freezer  
Freezer  
FoodSaver® Bag  
FoodSaver® Bag  
2-3 years  
2-3 years  
2 weeks  
8 months  
8 months  
3-6 days  
8 months  
Lettuce, Spinach  
Snow Peas, Snap Peas  
Fruits  
Refrigerator FoodSaver® Canister  
Freezer  
FoodSaver® Bag  
2-3 years  
Apricots, Plums  
Freezer  
Freezer  
FoodSaver® Bag  
FoodSaver® Bag  
1-3 years  
1-3 years  
6-12  
months  
Peaches, Nectarines  
6-12  
months  
Softer Berries  
Raspberries,  
Blackberries  
Refrigerator FoodSaver® Canister  
Refrigerator FoodSaver® Canister  
1 week  
1 week  
1-3 days  
1-3 days  
Strawberries  
Harder Berries  
Blueberries  
Cranberries  
Refrigerator FoodSaver® Canister  
Refrigerator FoodSaver® Canister  
2 weeks  
2 weeks  
3-6 days  
3-6 days  
17  
 
Preservation Guidelines continued  
Recommended  
FoodSaver® Container  
Where to  
Store  
Storage Life  
with FoodSaver®  
Normal  
Storage Life  
Foods  
Baked Goods  
Bagels, Bread, Pastries  
Freezer  
FoodSaver® Bag  
1-3 years  
6-12  
months  
Nuts  
Almonds, Peanuts  
Sunflower Seeds  
Coffee  
Pantry  
Pantry  
FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 2 years  
FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 2 years  
6 months  
6 months  
Coffee Beans  
Coffee Beans  
Ground Coffee  
Ground Coffee  
Prepared Liquids  
Sauces, Soups, Stews  
Bottled Liquids  
Wine  
Freezer  
Pantry  
Freezer  
Pantry  
FoodSaver® Bag  
FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 1 year  
FoodSaver® Bag  
2 years  
FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 5-6 months  
2-3 years  
6 months  
3 months  
6 months  
Freezer  
FoodSaver® Bag  
1-2 years  
3-6 months  
Refrigerator FoodSaver® Bottle Stopper 2-4 months  
1-3 weeks  
Oils  
Pantry  
FoodSaver® Bottle Stopper 1-1½ years  
5-6 months  
Dry Foods  
Beans, Grains  
Pasta, Rice  
Powdery Foods  
Dry Milk  
Pantry  
Pantry  
FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 1-2 years  
FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 1-2 years  
6 months  
6 months  
Pantry  
Pantry  
Pantry  
Pantry  
FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 1-2 years  
FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 1-2 years  
FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 1-2 years  
FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 1-2 years  
6 months  
6 months  
6 months  
6 months  
Dried Coconut  
Flour  
Sugar, Brown Sugar  
Snack Foods  
Chips  
Pantry  
Pantry  
FoodSaver® Canister  
FoodSaver® Canister  
3-6 weeks  
3-6 weeks  
1-2 weeks  
1-2 weeks  
Cookies, Crackers  
18  
 
Troubleshooting  
Nothing happens when the on button is pressed:  
• Check the bag for a puncture or hole,  
which may have released the vacuum.  
Cushion sharp edges in the contents of  
the bag with paper towels.  
• Check to see that the appliance is plugged  
in. Test 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.  
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.  
• Check supply cord and plug for damage.  
If damaged, do not use the appliance.  
• 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.  
Air is not removed from the bag:  
• To seal properly, open end of bag should  
be resting entirely inside Vacuum Channel  
area.  
The FoodSaver® Storage Life with FoodSaver®  
Canister will not vacuum:  
• Check sealing strip and gasket beneath the  
lid for debris. Wipe off and then smooth  
back into place.  
• Make sure the rubber gasket on the  
canister lid is free from food materials,  
crumbs, coffee grinds, etc.  
• Bag may have a leak. To test, seal the bag  
with some air in it, submerge in water, and  
apply pressure. Bubbles indicate a leak.  
Reseal or use another bag.  
• Make sure the rim of the canister does not  
have any cracks or scratches. Any gaps can  
prevent a vacuum from forming.  
• Open bag and dry/wipe at top end of bag.  
Ensure no food particles are in/around top  
of bag.  
• Make sure you aren’t filling the canister  
too full prior to vacuum packaging. Always  
leave at least 2.5cm between the contents  
and the lid.  
Air was removed from the bag, but has come  
back into the bag:  
The FoodSaver® Storage Life with FoodSaver®  
Bottle Stopper will not vacuum:  
• Leaks along the seal can be caused by  
wrinkles, crumbs, grease or liquids. Reopen  
bag, wipe the top inside of the bag and  
smooth it out along the sealing strip before  
resealing.  
• Make sure the Bottle Stopper is fitting  
snugly inside the bottle. If it is loose, air  
may leak in and prevent a vacuum from  
forming.  
• The release of natural gases or  
• Make sure the neck of the bottle and tip  
of the Accessory Hose are free from food  
materials, crumbs, etc. Any gaps will  
prevent a vacuum from forming:  
fermentation from foods, (such as fresh  
fruits and vegetables) may have occurred.  
Most vegetables require blanching prior  
to vacuum packing. See page 14 for more  
details. Open bag, if you think food has  
begun to spoil, discard food. Lack of  
refrigeration or fluctuating temperatures in  
the Refrigerator can cause food to spoil.  
NOTE: For all accessories, make sure the  
Accessory Hose is completely inserted into  
appliance and lid of accessory. Twist grey tab  
on Accessory Hose while inserting to ensure  
a tight fit.  
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Notes  
 
Notes  
 
Notes  
 
12 Month Replacement Guarantee  
In the unlikely event that this appliance develops any malfunction  
within 12 months of purchase (3 months commercial use) due to  
faulty materials or manufacture, we will replace it for you  
free of charge.  
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  
appliance is defective, advise you on how  
to obtain a replacement or refund.  
In Australia you are entitled to a  
replacement or refund for a major failure and  
for compensation for any other reasonably  
foreseeable loss or damage. You are also  
entitled to have the goods repaired or  
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable  
quality and the failure does not amount to  
a major failure.  
Should your appliance require repair or  
service after the guarantee period, contact  
your nearest Sunbeam service centre.  
Your Sunbeam 12 Month Replacement  
Guarantee naturally does not cover misuse  
or negligent handling and normal wear and  
tear.  
For a complete list of Sunbeam’s authorised  
service centres visit our website or call:  
Australia  
Similarly your 12 Month Replacement  
Guarantee does not cover freight or any other  
costs incurred in making a claim. Please  
retain your receipt as proof of purchase.  
1300 881 861  
Units 5 & 6, 13 Lord Street  
Botany NSW 2019 Australia  
The benefits given to you by this guarantee  
are in addition to your other rights and  
remedies under any laws which relate to the  
appliance.  
New Zealand  
0800 786 232  
26 Vestey Drive, Mt Wellington  
Auckland, New Zealand  
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot  
be excluded under the Australian Consumer  
Law and under the New Zealand Consumer  
Guarantees Act.  
 
Need help with your appliance?  
Contact our customer service team or visit  
our website for information and tips on  
getting the most from your appliance.  
In Australia  
Or call 1300 881 861  
In New Zealand  
Or call 0800 786 232  
Distributed by:  
Sunbeam Corporation Limited  
ABN 45 000 006 771  
Sunbeam Corporation is a division of GUD Holdings Ltd.  
is a registered trademark.  
© 2011 Sunbeam Products Inc. doing business as Jarden  
Consumer Solutions. All rights reserved.  
®
Foodsaver is a registered trademark of Sunbeam Products,  
Inc. Some images and text are copywrited.  
Units 5 & 6, 13 Lord St Botany  
NSW 2019 Australia  
Made in China.  
Unit 3, Building D, 26 Vestey Drive  
Mt Wellington, Auckland New Zealand  
Due to minor changes in design or otherwise, the product may  
differ from the one shown in this leaflet.  
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