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► Before vacuum sealing some fruit and vegetables, such as apples, bananas, potatoes
and root vegetables, peel them, this will extend their shelf lives.
► When vacuum seal some vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage fresh
for refrigeration, they will emit gases, so it's need to blanch and freeze these foods
before vacuum sealing.
14 Getting Started
This chapter will guide you through safely unpacking and setting up your new unit.
14.1 Packaging safety information
Danger
Packaging materials are not toys and should be disposed of properly.
► Do not allow children to play with packaging materials due to risk of suffocation.
14.2 What's included
The vacuum sealer system GourmetVAC 280 includes the following components:
 Vacuum sealer system GourmetVAC 280
 10 top-quality bags ((20 x 30 cm)
 Instruction manual
► Examine the shipment to ensure the unit and manual are included and inspect the unit
for any visible damage.
► Immediately notify the carrier and/or the supplier about an incomplete shipment or any
damage as a result of inadequate packaging or mishandling.
14.3 Uses and advantages of vacuum sealing
Vacuum sealing foods prolongs shelf life while preserving food's freshness, flavor and
nutrients . Vacuum sealing can maintain a food's freshness for up to eight times as long as
standard storage methods. Below are just a few of the ways you can use your vacuum
sealer:
 Cook in advance then vacuum seal and store individual portions or entire meals.
 Prepare foods in advance for picnics, camping trips and barbecues.
 Keep frozen food safe from freezer burn.
 Package foods, such as meat, fish, poultry, seafood and vegetables for refrigerated
storage.
 Maintain the freshness of dry foods, such as beans, nuts, and cereals.
Please note
PLEASE NOTE
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