Home Vacuum Packaging System
Urban Series
User Guide
VS6000/VS6100
Contents
Important Safeguards 4
Vacuum Packaging Tips 5
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Features of your FoodSaver
Vacuum Packaging System 6
Features of your FoodSaver
Vacuum Packaging System 8
Using your FoodSaver
Vacuum Packaging with Canisters 13
Food Preparation & Safety Tips 14
Care and Cleaning Instructions 15
Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging 16
Preservation Guidelines 19
Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items 21
Troubleshooting 22
VS6000
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VS6100
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Urban 10
Important Safeguards
Read the Instructions Carefully.
For Your Own Safety, Always Follow These Basic Precautions When Using the FoodSaver
Sunbeam is very safety conscious when
designing and manufacturing consumer products,
but it is essential that the product user also
exercise care when using an electrical appliance.
Listed below are precautions which are essential
for the safe use of an electrical appliance:
• Read carefully and save all the instructions
provided with an appliance.
• Always turn the power off at the power outlet
before you insert or remove a plug. Remove
by grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord.
• Turn the power off and remove the plug when
the appliance is not in use and before cleaning.
• Do not use your appliance with an extension
cord unless this cord has been checked and
tested by a qualified technician or service
person.
• Always use your appliance from a power
outlet of the voltage (A.C. only) marked
on the appliance.
• 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.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
• The temperature of accessible surfaces may be
high when the appliance is operating.
• Never leave an appliance unattended while
in use.
• Do not use an appliance for any purpose
other than its intended use.
• Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas
flame, electric element or on a heated oven.
• Do not place on top of any other appliance.
• Do not let the power cord of an appliance hang
over the edge of a table or bench top or touch
any hot surface.
• Do not operate any electrical appliance with
a damaged cord or after the appliance has
been damaged in any manner. If damage is
suspected, return the appliance to the nearest
Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre
for examination, repair or adjustment.
• For additional protection, Sunbeam recommend
the use of a residual current device (RCD)
with a tripping current not exceeding 30mA in
the electrical circuit supplying power to your
appliances.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water
or any other liquid unless recommended.
• Appliances are not intended to be operated
by means of an external timer or separate
remote control system.
• 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.
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Appliance:
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.
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Vacuum Packaging tips
When Vacuum Packaging:
1. Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for
refrigeration.
2. Use only FoodSaver
canisters.
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. See page 12 for more details.
5. Do not attempt to create your own side
seals for a FoodSaver
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.
6. Always make sure you leave at least
2.5 cm 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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bags, rolls and
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Bag. These bags
7. If you are not sure whether you have
achieved a complete seal, simply seal the
bag again about 1cm above the first seal.
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.
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 or alternatively use the FoodSaver
canisters.
11. If using the FoodSaver
re-seal packets, ensure that these have
been previously commercially heat sealed.
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appliance to
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VS6000 FoodSaver® Vacuum
Packaging System Urban
Foam gasket
Sealing strip
Vacuum & Seal button
This button has two uses:
1. Press to vacuum package and seal food
airtight with a single touch. Shuts off
automatically.
2. Press during vacuum to pause the
process. Press a second time to resume.
Progress indicator lights
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Accessory hose
Vacuum channel
Patented removable dishwasher-safe drip
tray.
Easy release buttons
Push the buttons on each side to release
the lid after vacuuming and sealing.
Moist food setting
Use to create a gentler vacuum when
sealing moist foods.
Accessory hose port
Attach accessory hose here and use to
vacuum package with FoodSaver
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Canisters.
Seal button
This button has three uses:
1. Press to immediately stop the vacuum
process and begin sealing the bag.
This is helpful to prevent crushing
delicate items such as bread, biscuits
and pastries.
2. Press to create a seal when making bags
from a FoodSaver
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Roll.
3. Press to create a seal on foil based chip
and cereal packets.
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VS6100 FoodSaver® Vacuum
Packaging System Urban
Foam gasket
Roll storage compartment
Bag & roll cutter
Sealing strip
Vacuum & Seal button
This button has two uses:
1. Press to vacuum package and seal food airtight
with a single touch. Shuts off automatically.
2. Press during vacuum to pause the process.
Press a second time to resume.
Seal button
This button has three uses:
1. Press to immediately stop the vacuum process
and begin sealing the bag. This is helpful to
prevent crushing delicate items such as bread,
biscuits and pastries.
2. Press to create a seal when making bags from a
FoodSaver
3. Press to create a seal on foil based chip and
cereal packets.
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Roll.
Vacuum channel
Patented removable dishwasher-safe drip
tray.
Easy release buttons
Push the buttons on each side to release
the lid after vacuuming and sealing.
Accessory hose port
Attach accessory hose here and use
to vacuum package with FoodSaver
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Canisters.
Moist food setting
Use to create a gentler vacuum when
sealing moist foods.
Progress indicator lights
Accessory hose
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Using your FoodSaver® Vacuum
Packaging System Urban
How to make a Bag from a FoodSaver® Roll
1. Place FoodSaver
dry surface and plug the supply cord
into a standard electrical outlet.
2. Pull out enough material from your roll,
to hold item to be vacuum packaged
3. Cut to desired length, plus 7.5cm.
4. Open lid. The lid may be locked. To release
the lid press the release buttons on each
side of the lid.
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)
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appliance on a flat,
6. Lock lid by pushing the silver arrows on
each side of the lid until fully closed.
7. Press the seal button. When the seal
indicator light turns off, open the lid by
pressing the 2 release buttons on either
side of the appliance. Remove the bag.
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Using your FoodSaver® Vacuum Packaging System continued
How to Vacuum Package with FoodSaver® Bags
1. Place FoodSaver
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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 lid and place open end of bag into
the Vacuum Channel.
4. Close and lock lid by pushing the silver
arrows on each side of the lid until fully
closed.
5. Press On/Vac button.
6. After the sealing light has gone out, press
the 2 release buttons on either side of the
appliance to release the lid and remove bag.
Wait 20 seconds before vacuuming and / or
sealing again.
Note: Leave the lid in the unlocked position
when storing as this ensures the foam gasket
is not compressed for an extended time,
extending the life.
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Using your FoodSaver® Vacuum Packaging System continued
Tips on sealing & vacuuming a bag
Make sure you've securely locked the FoodSaver
appliance lid. When making a bag from a roll,
place bag material on the sealing strip, close
and lock the lid.
Prevent moisture or liquid from being pulled
into the Vacuum Channel or trapped in the seal.
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.
Make sure you give FoodSaver
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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.
Vacuum packaging in bulk
To package a large number of bags at one
time, it is recommended to:
- create bag
- place foods in bag
- vacuum & seal
- repeat
Following this process will prevent the
appliance from overheating. Do not for
example: create 10 bags, then vacuum &
seal 10 bags as this can overheat the heating
element.
Make sure you've securely locked the
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FoodSaver
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appliance lid. 'When vacuuming
and sealing a bag or canister, ensure the lid
has been fully closed and lid has locked into
place.
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 seal again.
If the motor runs for more than 30 seconds
without stopping, consider the following:
- adjust the bag and try again.
- if you are making an initial seal on a piece
of bag material with two open ends, make
sure the bag is placed on the sealing strip.
- if you are vacuum packaging with a bag,
make sure the open end is placed down
inside the vacuum channel.
- ensure the accessory hose is not attached.
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Vacuum Packaging with Canisters
1. Always leave 2.5cm of space between
contents and rim.
2. Wipe rim of canister to ensure it's clean
and dry.
3. Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface
and plug the supply cord into a standard
electrical outlet.
4. Canisters: place the item(s) to be vacuum
packaged inside the canister. Place the lid
on top of the canister.
5. Insert one end of the Accessory Hose into
the Accessory Port on the appliance. Insert
the other end of the hose into the canister.
Twist tab on Accessory Hose while inserting
to ensure a tight fit.
See figure 1 & 2.
6. To begin the vacuum process, lock lid by
pressing down the lid until each side locks
into place.
7. Press the Vac/Seal button.
How to Open the FoodSaver
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.
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Canister
Figure 2
IMPORTANT: Remember to remove the
Accessory Hose from the Accessory Port on
the appliance before you vacuum package in
FoodSaver
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Bags.
Figure 1
8. When the motor and indicator light turn
off, vacuum process is complete. Note that
the appliance will still go through sealing
cycle even when vacuuming an accessory.
You will hear the motor shut off and then
the sealing cycle will begin
9. To remove accessory hose, gently twist
and remove hose from the appliance and
canister. Unlock the lid using the side
release buttons.
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Food Preparation & Safety Tips
Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging Food
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.
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 microorganisms are present everywhere, only
certain ones cause problems, and only under
certain conditions:
• 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.
• Bacteria: Frequently results in
discolouration, soft or slimy texture,
and/or an unpleasant odour. '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.
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
corner of the bag and place on a microwavesafe dish.
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.
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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Bag, cut a
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Care and Cleaning Instructions
The FoodSaver® Appliance
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.
Drip Tray
Remove from appliance for easy clean.
Clean drip tray in warm soapy water.
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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.
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.
FoodSaver
1. All FoodSaver
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Accessories
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accessories should be
washed in warm water using a mild
dishwashing soap. Dry thoroughly before
using.
2. The FoodSaver
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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. FoodSaver
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Canister
lids are NOT dishwasher safe
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.
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Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging
Vacuum Packaging and Food Safety
The vacuum packaging process extends the
life of foods by removing most of the air from
the sealed container. This reduces oxidation,
which affects nutritional value, flavour and
overall quality.
Removing air can also inhibit growth of micro
organisms, which can cause problems under
certain conditions such as mould, yeast and
bacteria.
IMPORTANT: Vacuum packaging is NOT a
substitute for refrigeration or freezing
Any perishable foods that require refrigeration
must still be refrigerated or frozen after
vacuum packaging.
Thawing and Reheating Vacuum Packaged Foods
Always thaw foods in either refrigerator or
microwave — do not thaw perishable foods at
room temperature.
Reheating in a microwave
To reheat foods in a microwave in a
FoodSaver
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Bag, always cut corner of the bag
before placing it on a microwave-safe dish.
However, to avoid hot spots, do not reheat
bone-in meat or greasy foods in microwave
within a FoodSaver
Reheating in water
You can also reheat foods in FoodSaver
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Bag.
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Bags
by placing them in water at a low simmer
below 75°C.
Vacuum Packaging Meat and Fish:
For best results, pre-freeze meat and fish
for 1-2 hours before vacuum packaging in a
FoodSaver
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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 in the bag, between meat/
fish and top of bag, below seal area. Leave
paper towel in bag to absorb excess moisture
and juices during vacuum packaging process.
Note: Beef may appear darker after vacuum
packaging due to the removal of oxygen.
This is not an indication of spoilage.
Vacuum Packaging Hard Cheeses:
To keep cheese fresh, vacuum package it
after each use. To continue using the same
bag, when initially vacuum packaging the
cheese, ensure the FoodSaver
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Bag is extra
long. Allow one inch of bag material for each
time you plan to open and reseal the bag in
addition to the 7cm space you normally leave
between contents and seal. Simply cut sealed
edge and remove cheese prior to use.
When you’re ready to repackage the cheese,
just drop it in bag and reseal.
IMPORTANT: Due to the risk of anaerobic
bacteria, Soft cheeses should never be vacuum
packaged.
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Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging continued
Vacuum Packaging Vegetables:
It is recommended that vegetables are
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 or in the microwave until they are
cooked, but still crisp.
Approximate blanching times:
- 1 to 2 minutes for leafy greens and peas
- 3 to 4 minutes for snap peas, sliced
zucchini or broccoli
- 5 minutes for carrots
- 7 to 11 minutes for corn on the cob.
After blanching, immerse vegetables in cold
water to stop the cooking process.
Dry vegetables on a towel before vacuum
packaging.
For best results, it is recommended to
pre-freeze vegetables for 1-2 hours or
until solidly frozen. To freeze vegetables 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.
After they have been vacuum packaged,
return them to the freezer.
Note: All vegetables (including broccoli,
Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale,
turnips) naturally emit gases during storage.
Therefore, after blanching, they must be
stored in freezer only.
IMPORTANT: Due to the risk of anaerobic
bacteria, Fresh mushrooms, onions, & garlic
should never be vacuum packaged.
Vacuum Packaging Leafy Vegetables:
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.
Vacuum Packaging 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. After they
have been vacuum packaged, return them to
the freezer.
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
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Canister.
Vacuum Packaging Baked Goods:
To vacuum package soft or airy baked goods,
we recommend using a FoodSaver
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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.
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Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging continued
Vacuum Packaging Coffee and Powdery Foods:
To prevent food particles from being drawn
into vacuum pump, place a coffee filter or
paper towel inside the bag, above the coffee
and below the top of the bag, before vacuum
packaging.
You can also place the food in its original bag
inside a FoodSaver
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Bag.
Vacuum Packaging 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
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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.
Vacuum Packaging 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.
Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items
The FoodSaver
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vacuum packaging system
also protects non-food items from oxidation,
corrosion and moisture. Simply follow the
directions to vacuum package items using
FoodSaver
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Bags & Canisters.
To vacuum package silver, wrap forks in soft
cushioning material, such as a paper towel,
to avoid puncturing bag.
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Your FoodSaver
Bags are ideal for outdoor
excursions. For camping and hiking, keep
your matches, maps and food dry and
compact.
To have fresh water for drinking, simply fill
a FoodSaver
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Bag with ice, seal it and when
needed, let the ice pack melt.
If you’re going sailing or boating, vacuum
package your food, film and a dry change
of clothes. Just remember to bring scissors
or a knife to open the bag.
To keep emergency kits safe and dry,
vacuum package flares, batteries, flashlights,
matches, candles and other necessities.
Your emergency items will stay dry and
organized in your home, car or boat.
Natural Gases in Foods
The release of natural gases or fermentation
from foods, (such as fresh fruits and
vegetables) can add air back into a vacuum
packaged bag. To prevent this occurring,
vegetables can be blanched prior to vacuum
packing. See page 14 for more details.
Pre-freezing meats prior to vacuum packaging
can prevent natural gases being released.
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Preservation Guidelines
Foods
Where to
Store
Recommended
FoodSaver® Container
Storage Life
with FoodSaver
Vacuum
Packaging
System
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Normal
Storage Life
Meat
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Beef, Pork, Lamb Freezer FoodSaver
Ground Meat Freezer FoodSaver
Poultry Freezer FoodSaver
Fish Freezer FoodSaver
Bag 2-3 years 6 months
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Bag 1 year 4 months
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Bag 2-3 years 6 months
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Bag 2 years 6 months
Hard Cheeses
Cheddar, Swiss
Parmesan Refrigerator FoodSaver
Vegetables
(Vegetables, excluding leafy types, must be blanched before vacuum sealing.)
Refrigerator FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 4-8 months 1-2 weeks
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Bag, Canister 4-8 months 1-2 weeks
Asparagus Freezer FoodSaver® Bag 2-3 years 8 months
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Broccoli, Cauliflower Freezer FoodSaver
Cabbage, Brussels
Freezer FoodSaver
Bag 2-3 years 8 months
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Bag 2-3 years 8 months
Sprouts
Corn (cob or kernel) Freezer FoodSaver
Green Beans Freezer FoodSaver
Lettuce, Spinach Refrigerator FoodSaver
Snow Peas, Snap Peas Freezer FoodSaver
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Bag 2-3 years 8 months
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Bag 2-3 years 8 months
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Canister 2 weeks 3-6 days
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Bag 2-3 years 8 months
Fruits
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Apricots, Plums Freezer FoodSaver
Peaches, Nectarines Freezer FoodSaver
Bag 1-3 years 6-12 months
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Bag 1-3 years 6-12 months
Softer Berries
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Raspberries, Blackberries Refrigerator FoodSaver
Strawberries Refrigerator FoodSaver
Canister 1 week 1-3 days
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Canister 1 week 1-3 days
Harder Berries
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Blueberries Refrigerator FoodSaver
Cranberries Refrigerator FoodSaver
Canister 2 weeks 3-6 days
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Canister 2 weeks 3-6 days
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Preservation Guidelines continued
Foods
Where to
Store
Recommended
FoodSaver® Container
Baked Goods
Bagels, Bread, Pastries Freezer FoodSaver
Nuts
Almonds, Peanuts Pantry FoodSaver
Sunflower Seeds Pantry FoodSaver
Coffee
Coffee Beans Freezer FoodSaver
Coffee Beans Pantry FoodSaver
Ground Coffee Freezer FoodSaver
Ground Coffee Pantry FoodSaver
Prepared Liquids
Sauces, Soups, Stews Freezer FoodSaver
Bottled Liquids
Wine Refrigerator FoodSaver
Stopper
Oils Pantry FoodSaver
Stopper
Dry Foods
Beans, Grains Pantry FoodSaver
Pasta, Rice Pantry FoodSaver
Powdery Foods
Dry Milk Pantry FoodSaver
Dried Coconut Pantry FoodSaver
Flour Pantry FoodSaver
Sugar, Brown Sugar Pantry FoodSaver
Snack Foods
Chips Pantry FoodSaver
Cookies, Crackers Pantry FoodSaver
Storage Life
with FoodSaver
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Bag 1-3 years 6-12 months
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Bag, Canister 2 years 6 months
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Bag, Canister 2 years 6 months
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Bag 2-3 years 6 months
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Bag, Canister 1 year 3 months
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Bag 2 years 6 months
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Bag, Canister 5-6 months
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Bag 1-2 years 3-6 months
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Bottle
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Bottle
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Bag, Canister 1-2 years 6 months
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Bag, Canister 1-2 years 6 months
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Bag, Canister 1-2 years 6 months
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Bag, Canister 1-2 years 6 months
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Bag, Canister 1-2 years 6 months
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Bag, Canister 1-2 years 6 months
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Canister 3-6 weeks 1-2 weeks
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Canister 3-6 weeks 1-2 weeks
Vacuum
Packaging
2-4 months 1-3 weeks
1-1½ years 5-6 months
System
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Normal
Storage Life
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Vacuum Packaging Non-Food
Items
Your FoodSaver® appliance also protects
non-food items from oxidation, corrosion and
moisture.
Just follow the directions for vacuum
packaging using the FoodSaver
Canisters and Accessories.
• 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
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.
• 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.
®
Bags,
®
Bag with ice
• 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.
• 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.
• To vacuum package silver, wrap fork prongs
in soft cushioning material, such as a
paper towel, to avoid puncturing bag.
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Troubleshooting
Nothing happens when the on button is pressed:
• 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.
• Check supply cord and plug for damage.
If damaged, do not use the appliance.
Air is not removed from the bag:
• To seal properly, open end of bag should
be resting entirely inside Vacuum Channel
area.
• Check sealing strip and gasket beneath the
lid for debris. Wipe off and then smooth
back into place.
• After extended use, the gasket may need
to be replaced. Please contact Sunbeam
Customer Service.
• 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.
• Open bag and dry/wipe at top end of bag.
Ensure no food particles are in/around top
of bag.
Air was removed from the bag, but has come
back into the bag:
• 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.
• The release of natural gases or
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.
• 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.
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.
• 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.
The FoodSaver
• Make sure the rubber gasket on the
canister lid is free from food materials,
crumbs, coffee grinds, etc.
• Make sure the rim of the canister does not
have any cracks or scratches. Any gaps can
prevent a vacuum from forming.
• 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.
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.
Built-in safety shut-off and overheating
Under heavy usage the appliance can stop,
to prevent overheating. The overheating
is caused by a protection feature in the
appliance that prevents the heating element
getting too hot. If the heating element gets
too hot, it will melt and seal the bag before
vacuuming therefore not reaching the desired
vacuum packaged result.
If this does occur, wait 20 minutes to allow
appliance to cool off.
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Canister will not vacuum:
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Australia
www.sunbeam.com.au
1300 881 861
Units 5 & 6,
13 Lord Street,
Botany NSW 2019
Australia
New Zealand
www.sunbeam.co.nz
0800 786 232
Level 6, Building 5,
Central Park,
660-670 Great South Road,
Greenlane, Auckland
New Zealand
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.
Australia | visit www.sunbeam.com.au
phone 1300 881 861
mail Units 5 & 6, 13 Lord Street,
Botany NSW 2019 Australia.
New Zealand | visit www.sunbeam.co.nz
phone 0800 786 232
mail Level 6, Building 5,
Central Park,
660–670 Great South Road,
Greenlane, Auckland.
Distributed by:
Sunbeam Corporation Limited
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Sunbeam Corporation is a division of GUD Holdings Ltd.
is a registered trade mark.
www.sunbeam.com.au
Units 5 & 6, 13 Lord St Botany
NSW 2019 Australia
Level 6, Building 5, Central Park
660-670 Great South Road
Greenlane, Auckland
New Zealand
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Consumer Solutions. All rights reserved.
®
FoodSaver
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