Sunbeam VAC780 manual

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    Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference. ® Home V acuum Packaging System Instruction Booklet V AC780 - VS7800[...]

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    Important Safeguards 4 Important T ips 5 Features of your FoodSaver ® VAC780 6 Using your FoodSaver ® V AC780 10 How to Vacuum Package using FoodSaver ® Canisters and Bottle Stoppers 13 Storage and Cleaning Instructions 14 V acuum Packaging Non-Food Items 15 Food Preparation and Storage Guide 16 Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging 17 Preservation Gu[...]

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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 I m p o r t a n t S a f e g u a r d s Re ad t he In st ru ct io ns Care fu ll y . Fo r you r ow n sa fe ty , alw ay s fo ll ow thes e ba si c pr ec au ti ons whe n us in g th e Fo od Sav er ® app li an ce : 4 If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance, please v[...]

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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 Sunbeam Products Inc. 3. Do not allow the Vacuum 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 li[...]

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    V A C 7 8 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 w i t h m u l t i - f u n c t i o n c o n t r o l p a n e l a n d r o l l s t o r a g e 6 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 delicat[...]

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    7 V acuum & 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 V acuum Button Press to achieve best vacuum results for canisters and bottle stoppers. Seal Button This button has four uses: 1. Press to immediately stop the vacuu[...]

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    V A C 7 8 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 w i t h m u l t i - f u n c t i o n c o n t r o l p a n e l a n d r o l l s t o r a g e Roll Storage Compartment Foam Gasket Easy Clean Drip T ray Extra-wide Sealing Strip 8[...]

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    V A C 7 8 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 w i t h m u l t i - f u n c t i o n c o n t r o l p a n e l a n d r o l l s t o r a g e Pen Storage Bag & Roll Cutter V acuum channel Easy-lock latch 9[...]

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    10 U s i n g y o u r F o o d S a v e r ® V A C 7 8 0 How to make a Bag from a FoodSaver ® Roll 1. Place appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the supply cord into a standard electrical outlet. 2. Unlock side latch, open lid and position open bag over the sealing strip. 3. Close lid and lock side latch into 'operate' position. (Do no[...]

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    11 U s i n g y o ur F o od Sa v er ® V AC 78 0 co n ti n ue d T ips on using the Pulse feature Use the pulse feature to manually control the vacuum process and avoid crushing delicate items. 1. Place items in bag allowing 7.5cm of space between bag contents and top of bag. 2. Open appliance lid and place open end of bag into the vacuum channel. Cl[...]

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    T ips 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. W rinkles in seal may cause leakage and allow air to come back into bag. Check for wrinkles in bag along Se[...]

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    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. Bottle Stoppers: insert the Bottle Stopper into the neck of the bottle. Leave at least 2.5cm between the contents a[...]

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    FoodSaver ® Storage T o utilise the unique vertical storage: 1. Close the lid. 2. T urn the latch halfway to secure for storage (the halfway position locks the appliance lid for storage without compressing the foam gasket and creating unnecessary wear and tear). 3. Push and hold 'Push' Button on the right side of appliance. 4. Lift the f[...]

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    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 and Accessories. • Camping and hiking gear stays dry and compact. V acuum packaging your clothes and equipment will help save space in your bag. V acuum package ma[...]

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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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    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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    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 FoodSav[...]

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    P r e s e r v a t i o n G u i d e l i n e s c o n t i n ue d Foods Where to Store Recommended FoodSaver ® Products Storage Life with FoodSaver ® Normal Storage Life 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 Food[...]

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    Nothing happens when the on button is pressed: • 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. Air[...]

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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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