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Guidelines for Vacuum
Packaging
Vacuum Packaging & Food Safety
The vacuum packaging process extends the life of foods by
removing most of the air from sealed zipper bags and containers,
thereby reducing oxidation, which affects nutritional value,
flavour and overall quality. Removing air can also inhibit growth
of microorganisms, which can cause problems under certain
conditions:
Mould – Easily identified by its fuzzy characteristic. Mould
cannot grow in a low oxygen environment, therefore vacuum
packaging can slow the growth of mold.
Yeast – Results in fermentation, which can be identified by
smell and taste. Yeast needs water, sugar and a moderate
temperature to grow. It can also survive with or without air.
Slowing the growth of yeast requires refrigeration, while freezing
stops it completely.
Bacteria – Results in an unpleasant odour, discoloration and/
or soft or slimy texture. Under the right conditions, Clostridium
botulinum (the organism that causes Botulism) can grow without
air and sometimes cannot be detected by smell or taste.
Although it is extremely rare, it can be very dangerous. To
preserve foods safely, it is critical that you maintain low
temperatures.
Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration or
freezing and it cannot reverse the deterioration of foods. It can
only slow down the changes in quality. It is difficult to predict how
long foods will retain their top-quality flavour, appearance or
texture because it depends on age and condition of the food on
the day it was vacuumed packaged.
Food Safety Warning
Use fresh, perishable foods soon after purchase. Even under
proper storage conditions, foods lose freshness and nutritive
value if they are stored too long.
Food Preparation Tips
Hard Cheeses:
To keep cheese fresh, vacuum package it after each use.
IMPORTANT: Soft cheeses should never be vacuum
packaged.
Baked Goods:
To vacuum package soft or airy baked goods, we recommend
using a FoodSaver Container so they will hold their shape.
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Instructions
Charging Your Handheld Vacuum Appliance: Before
using the appliance for the first time please charge it for at
least 24 hours. Failure to do so will reduce the product's
battery life. Charging Indicator Light remains illuminated when
appliance is plugged in and does not indicated charge level.
Note: Unit should be charged for 24 hours every 6 months to
maintain battery life.
IMPORTANT: Should liquid be collected in the reservoir, stop
vacuuming and remove the reservoir to empty and clean it.
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Vacuum Zipper Bags
Sealing FoodSaver ®
Step 1
Fill and Seal Bag
Place food in FoodSaver Zipper Bag. Lay Zipper Bag flat with
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grey circle facing upwards and slide fingers across zipper to
close bag.
Step 2
Remove Air from Bag
Press Handheld Vacuum Sealer over grey circle on bag and
press the vacuum button until air is removed from bag. Release
the button to stop vacuum.
Step 3
Store
Place bag with food into refrigerator or cupboard.
Fresh Containers
Sealing FoodSaver ®
Step 1
Fill and Close
Set FoodSaver Fresh Container on a flat surface and place food
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in tray. Place lid on top and apply pressure with both hands to
secure into place.
Step 2
Remove Air
Press Handheld Vacuum Sealer over green valve on container lid.
Press Vacuum Button on unit and vacuum for 10 seconds after
the dimple has been depressed.
Step 3
Store
Place Container with food into refrigerator, or cupboard.
Accessories
Sealing FoodSaver ®
Step 1
Connect Accessory
Remove clear reservoir from the main housing of the unit. Attach
accessory port to the accessory.
Step 2
Remove Air
Press Vacuum Button and vacuum for 10-20 seconds.
Step 3
Store
Place accessory in the refrigerator or cupboard.
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Features of your Handheld
Vacuum System
A
B
C
D
E
F
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Vacuum Button
A
Charging Indicator Light
B
Ergonomic Design
C
Reservoir (Removable for easy cleaning)
D
Charging Contacts
E
Accessory Port
F
Charging Dock
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Care, Cleaning &
Troubleshooting
Care & Cleaning
1. Always unplug appliance before cleaning.
2. Do not immerse the charging dock, power cord and charger
or the Handheld Vacuum Sealer in water or any other liquid.
3. Avoid using abrasive products or materials to clean any
appliance components. These cleaners can scratch the
surface and damage the black foam rubber pads.
4. Use a mild dish washing soap and a warm, damp cloth to
wipe away food residue inside or around components.
5. Empty Reservoir after each use. Wash in warm soapy water.
Air dry before replacing.
IMPORTANT:
To remove Reservoir from FoodSaver ® : while holding
Handheld Vacuum Sealer with one hand pull clear Reservoir
away from main housing of unit.
The FoodSaver ® Fresh Zipper Bags should be used for fresh
storage only (in the refrigerator or cupboard) and not in the
freezer. Do not use to vacuum seal liquids.
If vacuuming moist foods, ensure that the liquid does not
reach the zipper bag valve and check and clean the appliance
reservoir when needed.
FoodSaver Fresh Containers
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1. The Container Base and Lid can be safely washed in the
top rack of the dishwasher. You can also wash both pieces
in warm, soapy water; rinse well and dry thoroughly. The
Vacuum Valve Cover and Gasket can be washed in warm,
soapy water; rinse well and dry thoroughly.
2. FoodSaver ® Containers are microwave safe for reheating
only, not for cooking.
Troubleshooting
Vacuum sealer does not start when start Button is
pressed:
1. Ensure vacuum sealer is charged.
Vacuum Sealer starts but bag does not tighten
around food:
1. Ensure zipper is firmly closed. Slide fingers across entire
zipper.
2. Air valve is not on flat surface. Reposition bag so the Air
Valve lies flat on counter with no food under Air Valve.
Vacuum Nozzle and Air Valve are not making
secure contact:
1. Ensure Vacuum Nozzle is centred over the grey circle and
placed flat on Air Valve. Apply moderate pressure.
Air was removed from the bag, but now air has re-
entered:
1. Examine zipper and valve of bag. Food debris in zipper or
valve may cause leakage and allow air to enter.
2. Sometimes moisture or food material along seal edges of
the zipper or beneath the valve prevents bag from sealing
properly. Wipe the inside of bag around zipper and beneath
value and attempt to reseal.
3. If you are vacuum packaging sharp food items, bag may
have been punctured. Use a new bag if there is a hole.
Cover sharp food items with a soft cushioning material, such
as a paper towel, and reseal.
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