FoodSaver VS3198 Controlled Seal User Manual

VS3198

Owner’s Manual

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Important Safeguards

Product Features

“How To”

Make a FoodSaver

Bag

Vacuum Seal a FoodSaver

Bag

Vacuum Seal with FoodSaver

Accessories

Care & Cleaning

Storage Guide

Guidelines

Vacuum Sealing and Food Safety

Food Preparation and Reheating Tips

Sealing Non-Food Items

Troubleshooting

Replacement Parts

Warranty

• 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.

Important Safeguards

Read the instructions carefully. For your own safety, always follow these precautions

when using this FoodSaver

appliance.

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:

• 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.

If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance,

please visit www.sunbeam.com.au or www.sunbeam.co.nz or contact the Sunbeam

Consumer Service Line. Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.

• 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.

Important Safeguards

Read the instructions carefully. For your own safety, always follow these precautions

when using this FoodSaver

appliance.

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:

• 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.

If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance,

please visit www.sunbeam.com.au or www.sunbeam.co.nz or contact the Sunbeam

Consumer Service Line. Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.

The user-friendly, intuitive control panel makes it easy for

you to get the most out of your FoodSaver

System:

Product Features

Latch

Control Panel

Bag Cutter

Built-In

Handheld

Sealer

Upper

Foam

Gasket

Extra-Wide

Sealing Strip

Vacuum

Channel

Removable

Drip Tray

Roll

Storage

Lower

Foam

Gasket

Appliance

Lid

Upper Seal

Profile

Bag

Cutter

Stabiliser

Prole

Heat Seal Controls

1. Vacuum Button

Press to vacuum seal food airtight. Appliance shuts off automatically.

2. Seal Button

This button has three uses:

i. Press button to create a seal when making bags using a FoodSaver

Roll.

ii. Press to immediately stop vacuum process and begin sealing bag.

iii. Press to create a seal on film bags (such as a potato chip and cereal bags) to keep food sealed airtight.

3. Mode Button

Press Mode Button to select custom setting. Indicator light will illuminate next to the custom setting that is

initiated.

3a. Dry

For optimal vacuuming and sealing of dry foods. This is the default setting.

3b. Moist

For optimal vacuuming and sealing of moist or juicy foods.

3c. Pulse

Press and hold to manually control the vacuum function. Press Seal Button when ready to seal bag.

3d. Sous Vide

For optimal vacuuming and sealing of bags to use in Sous Vide cooking.

Handheld Sealer Controls

4. Handheld Button

Press for use with FoodSaver

accessories using Built-In Handheld Sealer.

5. Mode Button

Press Mode Button to select setting. Indicator light will illuminate next to the custom setting that is initiated.

5a. Vacuum

For use with FoodSaver

Zipper Bags and Containers.

5b. Marinate

For use with FoodSaver

Containers using built-in Handheld Sealer. Vacuum pulse sequence takes 12

minutes or less. It allows for optimum flavour infusion in less time. Appliance will vacuum and release three

times.

6. Latch

Operate - Adjust Down to put unit in Operate Mode. This turns unit on for vacuuming and sealing.

Store - Adjust Centre to Store

Open - Adjust Up to Open

The user-friendly, intuitive control panel makes it easy for

you to get the most out of your FoodSaver

System:

Product Features

Latch

Control Panel

Bag Cutter

Built-In

Handheld

Sealer

Upper

Foam

Gasket

Extra-Wide

Sealing Strip

Vacuum

Channel

Removable

Drip Tray

Roll

Storage

Lower

Foam

Gasket

Appliance

Lid

Upper Seal

Profile

Bag

Cutter

Stabiliser

Prole

Heat Seal Controls

1. Vacuum Button

Press to vacuum seal food airtight. Appliance shuts off automatically.

2. Seal Button

This button has three uses:

i. Press button to create a seal when making bags using a FoodSaver

Roll.

ii. Press to immediately stop vacuum process and begin sealing bag.

iii. Press to create a seal on film bags (such as a potato chip and cereal bags) to keep food sealed airtight.

3. Mode Button

Press Mode Button to select custom setting. Indicator light will illuminate next to the custom setting that is

initiated.

3a. Dry

For optimal vacuuming and sealing of dry foods. This is the default setting.

3b. Moist

For optimal vacuuming and sealing of moist or juicy foods.

3c. Pulse

Press and hold to manually control the vacuum function. Press Seal Button when ready to seal bag.

3d. Sous Vide

For optimal vacuuming and sealing of bags to use in Sous Vide cooking.

Handheld Sealer Controls

4. Handheld Button

Press for use with FoodSaver

accessories using Built-In Handheld Sealer.

5. Mode Button

Press Mode Button to select setting. Indicator light will illuminate next to the custom setting that is initiated.

5a. Vacuum

For use with FoodSaver

Zipper Bags and Containers.

5b. Marinate

For use with FoodSaver

Containers using built-in Handheld Sealer. Vacuum pulse sequence takes 12

minutes or less. It allows for optimum flavour infusion in less time. Appliance will vacuum and release three

times.

6. Latch

Operate - Adjust Down to put unit in Operate Mode. This turns unit on for vacuuming and sealing.

Store - Adjust Centre to Store

Open - Adjust Up to Open

Make a FoodSaver

Bag

1. Turn Latch to Open position

and open

lid.

2. Place roll inside unit’s internal storage

space as indicated. Pull enough bag

material to edge until it is on top of the

sealing strip to make the first seal

and

close lid.

3. Turn Latch to Operate position

4. Press Seal Button

to seal open end of

bag. Wait until Seal Indicator Light turns

off.

CAUTION: To reduce risk of burns,

do not touch sealing strip while

using appliance.

How to

5. Turn Latch to Open position

, open

lid

and pull enough bag material out to

desired length for whatever you intend

to vacuum seal

and close lid.

6. Turn Latch to Operate position

7. Press Seal Button

to make seal for

next bag. While sealing, you can slide

bag cutter across

to remove bag.

G C

H D

Make a FoodSaver

Bag

1. Turn Latch to Open position

and open

lid.

2. Place roll inside unit’s internal storage

space as indicated. Pull enough bag

material to edge until it is on top of the

sealing strip to make the first seal

and

close lid.

3. Turn Latch to Operate position

4. Press Seal Button

to seal open end of

bag. Wait until Seal Indicator Light turns

off.

CAUTION: To reduce risk of burns,

do not touch sealing strip while

using appliance.

How to

5. Turn Latch to Open position

, open

lid

and pull enough bag material out to

desired length for whatever you intend

to vacuum seal

and close lid.

6. Turn Latch to Operate position

7. Press Seal Button

to make seal for

next bag. While sealing, you can slide

bag cutter across

to remove bag.

G C

H D

For Zipper Bags & Containers:

1. Turn Latch to Operate position and pull

Handheld Sealer

from appliance.

2. Place Built-in Handheld Sealer on zipper bag

or container

valve.

3. Press Mode button until the Indicator light next

to Vacuum is illuminated. Then press Handheld

button to vacuum.

IMPORTANT TIPS:

• Let appliance cool down for 20 seconds after

each use. Always store appliance with Latch in

centre Store position.

• To minimise bag waste, do not insert too

much bag material into Removable Drip Tray.

Place bag just over edge of Removable Drip

Tray.

1. Turn Latch to Open position

and open

lid.

2. Place item(s) in bag, allowing at least 8cm

of space between contents and open end

of bag. Place open end of bag into Vacuum

Channel (Drip Tray)

and close lid.

3. Turn Latch to Operate position

4. Press Vacuum Button

to begin vacuum

and sealing process of open end of bag.

Motor will continue to run until bag is fully

vacuumed, then will automatically seal.

5. When Seal Indicator Light turns off, turn

Latch to Open position

and open lid.

Remove bag. Refrigerate, freeze or store as

needed. (See FoodSaver

Guidelines, pg. 12

for safe food storage tips.)

CAUTION: To reduce risk of burns,

do not touch sealing strip while

using appliance.

Your new FoodSaver

Appliance includes a Built-In Handheld Sealer

for accessories.

Vacuum Seal a FoodSaver

Bag

Vacuum Seal with FoodSaver

Accessories

How to

For Zipper Bags & Containers:

1. Turn Latch to Operate position and pull

Handheld Sealer

from appliance.

2. Place Built-in Handheld Sealer on zipper bag

or container

valve.

3. Press Mode button until the Indicator light next

to Vacuum is illuminated. Then press Handheld

button to vacuum.

IMPORTANT TIPS:

• Let appliance cool down for 20 seconds after

each use. Always store appliance with Latch in

centre Store position.

• To minimise bag waste, do not insert too

much bag material into Removable Drip Tray.

Place bag just over edge of Removable Drip

Tray.

1. Turn Latch to Open position

and open

lid.

2. Place item(s) in bag, allowing at least 8cm

of space between contents and open end

of bag. Place open end of bag into Vacuum

Channel (Drip Tray)

and close lid.

3. Turn Latch to Operate position

4. Press Vacuum Button

to begin vacuum

and sealing process of open end of bag.

Motor will continue to run until bag is fully

vacuumed, then will automatically seal.

5. When Seal Indicator Light turns off, turn

Latch to Open position

and open lid.

Remove bag. Refrigerate, freeze or store as

needed. (See FoodSaver

Guidelines, pg. 12

for safe food storage tips.)

CAUTION: To reduce risk of burns,

do not touch sealing strip while

using appliance.

Your new FoodSaver

Appliance includes a Built-In Handheld Sealer

for accessories.

Vacuum Seal a FoodSaver

Bag

Vacuum Seal with FoodSaver

Accessories

How to

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of your Vacuum Sealer

To Store Appliance:

Clean unit thoroughly as detailed in

“Care & Cleaning” section.

After unit has been cleaned and allowed to fully

dry, close lid and push Latch into Store (middle)

position

. This setting will keep lid closed

but prevents any undue pressure from being

applied to internal sealing Gaskets of unit.

Always leave Latch in Store position when not

in use. Never store Lid in Operate position as

Gaskets may become compressed and unit will

not vacuum bag.

To Clean Appliance:

CAUTION: Remove Power Cord from electrical

outlet. Do not immerse in liquid.

Check Gaskets and around Drip Tray to make sure

they are free from food materials. Wipe off Gasket

with warm soapy cloth if needed

. Upper and

Lower Gaskets may be removed for cleaning.

Clean with warm, soapy water and allow gaskets

to dry before reinserting in machine.

The Removable Drip Tray makes cleanup easy

when small amounts of liquids are pulled into

Vacuum Channel during vacuum process.

Empty Drip Tray after each use. Wash in warm

soapy water or place in top rack of dishwasher.

Check for food residues in Drip Tray Slot. Clean

if needed. Dry thoroughly before reinserting into

appliance.

To Clean Built-in Handheld Sealer Reservoir:

Empty Reservoir after each use. To remove

Reservoir from Handheld Sealer, holding top

portion firmly (black upper piece), pull Lower

Reservoir down and off

. Wash in warm soapy

water. Air dry before replacing.

NOTE: Always clean after each use when fluid is visible.

Push Latch into Store

position to store.

Lift Drip Tray out

Pull Reservoir off

of your Vacuum Sealer

Care & Cleaning Storage Guide

1110

of your Vacuum Sealer

To Store Appliance:

Clean unit thoroughly as detailed in

“Care & Cleaning” section.

After unit has been cleaned and allowed to fully

dry, close lid and push Latch into Store (middle)

position

. This setting will keep lid closed

but prevents any undue pressure from being

applied to internal sealing Gaskets of unit.

Always leave Latch in Store position when not

in use. Never store Lid in Operate position as

Gaskets may become compressed and unit will

not vacuum bag.

To Clean Appliance:

CAUTION: Remove Power Cord from electrical

outlet. Do not immerse in liquid.

Check Gaskets and around Drip Tray to make sure

they are free from food materials. Wipe off Gasket

with warm soapy cloth if needed

. Upper and

Lower Gaskets may be removed for cleaning.

Clean with warm, soapy water and allow gaskets

to dry before reinserting in machine.

The Removable Drip Tray makes cleanup easy

when small amounts of liquids are pulled into

Vacuum Channel during vacuum process.

Empty Drip Tray after each use. Wash in warm

soapy water or place in top rack of dishwasher.

Check for food residues in Drip Tray Slot. Clean

if needed. Dry thoroughly before reinserting into

appliance.

To Clean Built-in Handheld Sealer Reservoir:

Empty Reservoir after each use. To remove

Reservoir from Handheld Sealer, holding top

portion firmly (black upper piece), pull Lower

Reservoir down and off

. Wash in warm soapy

water. Air dry before replacing.

NOTE: Always clean after each use when fluid is visible.

Push Latch into Store

position to store.

Lift Drip Tray out

Pull Reservoir off

of your Vacuum Sealer

Care & Cleaning Storage Guide

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Vacuum Sealing and Food Safety

The vacuum sealing process extends the life of foods by removing most

of the air from the sealed container, 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 sealing can slow the growth of

mould.

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, discolouration and/or soft or slimy

texture. Under the right conditions, anaerobic bacteria such as 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. You

can significantly reduce the growth of microorganisms at temperatures of 4°C

or below. Freezing at -17°C does not kill microorganisms, but stops them from

growing. For long-term storage, always freeze perishable foods that have

been vacuum sealed, and keep refrigerated after thawing.

It is important to note that vacuum sealing is NOT a substitute for canning 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 vacuum sealed.

Food Preparation & Reheating Tips

Thawing and Reheating

Vacuum-Sealed Foods

Always thaw foods in either refrigerator or microwave — do not thaw perishable

foods at room temperature.

To reheat foods in a microwave in a FoodSaver

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

Bag.

You can also reheat foods in FoodSaver

Bags by placing them in water at a low

simmer below 75°C.

Preparation Guidelines

for Meat and Fish:

For best results, pre-freeze meat and fish for 1-2 hours before vacuum sealing

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 sealing process.

NOTE: Beef may appear darker after vacuum sealing due to the removal of oxygen. This is not an

indication of spoilage.

Preparation Guidelines for Hard Cheeses:

To keep cheese fresh, vacuum seal 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 8cm room you normally leave between contents and

seal. Simply cut sealed edge and remove cheese. When you’re ready to reseal

the cheese, just drop it in bag and reseal.

IMPORTANT:

Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria, Soft cheeses should never be vacuum sealed.

IMPORTANT:

Vacuum sealing is NOT a substitute for refrigeration or freezing.

Any perishable foods that require refrigeration must still be refrigerated or frozen after

vacuum sealing.

Guidelines

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Vacuum Sealing and Food Safety

The vacuum sealing process extends the life of foods by removing most

of the air from the sealed container, 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 sealing can slow the growth of

mould.

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, discolouration and/or soft or slimy

texture. Under the right conditions, anaerobic bacteria such as 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. You

can significantly reduce the growth of microorganisms at temperatures of 4°C

or below. Freezing at -17°C does not kill microorganisms, but stops them from

growing. For long-term storage, always freeze perishable foods that have

been vacuum sealed, and keep refrigerated after thawing.

It is important to note that vacuum sealing is NOT a substitute for canning 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 vacuum sealed.

Food Preparation & Reheating Tips

Thawing and Reheating

Vacuum-Sealed Foods

Always thaw foods in either refrigerator or microwave — do not thaw perishable

foods at room temperature.

To reheat foods in a microwave in a FoodSaver

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

Bag.

You can also reheat foods in FoodSaver

Bags by placing them in water at a low

simmer below 75°C.

Preparation Guidelines

for Meat and Fish:

For best results, pre-freeze meat and fish for 1-2 hours before vacuum sealing

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 sealing process.

NOTE: Beef may appear darker after vacuum sealing due to the removal of oxygen. This is not an

indication of spoilage.

Preparation Guidelines for Hard Cheeses:

To keep cheese fresh, vacuum seal 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 8cm room you normally leave between contents and

seal. Simply cut sealed edge and remove cheese. When you’re ready to reseal

the cheese, just drop it in bag and reseal.

IMPORTANT:

Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria, Soft cheeses should never be vacuum sealed.

IMPORTANT:

Vacuum sealing is NOT a substitute for refrigeration or freezing.

Any perishable foods that require refrigeration must still be refrigerated or frozen after

vacuum sealing.

Guidelines

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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 seal fruit in a FoodSaver

Bag. After they have been vacuum sealed,

return them to the freezer.

You can vacuum seal 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

Container.

Preparation Guidelines

for Baked Goods:

To vacuum seal soft or airy baked goods, we recommend using a FoodSaver

Container 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 seal for later use.

Preparation Guidelines for

Coffee and Powdery Foods:

To prevent food particles from being drawn into the vacuum pump, place a

coffee filter or paper towel at top of bag or container before vacuum sealing.

You can also place the food in its original bag inside a FoodSaver

Bag.

Preparation Guidelines

for Vegetables:

Vegetables need to be blanched before vacuum sealing. 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. Blanching times range from 1 to 2 minutes for leafy greens

and peas; 3 to 4 minutes for snap peas, sliced zucchini or broccoli; 5 minutes

for carrots; and 7 to 11 minutes for corn on the cob. After blanching, immerse

vegetables in cold water to stop the cooking process. Finally, dry vegetables on a

towel before vacuum sealing.

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.

When freezing vegetables, it is best to pre-freeze them 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 seal vegetables in a FoodSaver

Bag. After they have been vacuum

sealed, return them to the freezer.

IMPORTANT:

Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria, Fresh mushrooms, onions and garlic should never

be vacuum sealed.

Preparation Guidelines

for Leafy Vegetables:

For best results, use a FoodSaver container 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 container and vacuum seal as normal. Store in refrigerator.

Food Preparation & Reheating Tips

Guidelines

Food Preparation & Reheating Tips

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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 seal fruit in a FoodSaver

Bag. After they have been vacuum sealed,

return them to the freezer.

You can vacuum seal 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

Container.

Preparation Guidelines

for Baked Goods:

To vacuum seal soft or airy baked goods, we recommend using a FoodSaver

Container 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 seal for later use.

Preparation Guidelines for

Coffee and Powdery Foods:

To prevent food particles from being drawn into the vacuum pump, place a

coffee filter or paper towel at top of bag or container before vacuum sealing.

You can also place the food in its original bag inside a FoodSaver

Bag.

Preparation Guidelines

for Vegetables:

Vegetables need to be blanched before vacuum sealing. 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. Blanching times range from 1 to 2 minutes for leafy greens

and peas; 3 to 4 minutes for snap peas, sliced zucchini or broccoli; 5 minutes

for carrots; and 7 to 11 minutes for corn on the cob. After blanching, immerse

vegetables in cold water to stop the cooking process. Finally, dry vegetables on a

towel before vacuum sealing.

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.

When freezing vegetables, it is best to pre-freeze them 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 seal vegetables in a FoodSaver

Bag. After they have been vacuum

sealed, return them to the freezer.

IMPORTANT:

Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria, Fresh mushrooms, onions and garlic should never

be vacuum sealed.

Preparation Guidelines

for Leafy Vegetables:

For best results, use a FoodSaver container 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 container and vacuum seal as normal. Store in refrigerator.

Food Preparation & Reheating Tips

Guidelines

Food Preparation & Reheating Tips

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Silverware

To vacuum seal silver, wrap fork tines in soft cushioning material, such as a paper

towel, to avoid puncturing bag, and seal as normal. Your silver will be clean, fresh

and untarnished right when you need it for your next dinner gathering.

Camping

Your FoodSaver

Bags are ideal for outdoor excursions. For camping and

bushwalking, keep your matches, maps and food dry and compact.

Water

To have fresh water for drinking, simply fill a FoodSaver

Bag with ice, seal it, and

when needed, let the ice pack melt. You can trim the corner off the bag to make

a spout for drinking or pouring.

Boating

If you’re going sailing or boating, you can vacuum seal your food, extra batteries,

memory cards, cash, identification cards, boating license and a dry change of

clothes. Just remember to bring scissors or a knife to open the bags when you

need them!

Emergency

To keep emergency kits safe and dry, vacuum seal flares, batteries, flashlights,

matches, candles, first aid kits, extra food and other necessities. Your emergency

items will stay dry and organized in your home, car, boat, caravan or 4WD.

Preparation Guidelines for Liquids:

Before you vacuum seal 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 seal 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.

Preparation Guidelines for Make-ahead Meals,

Leftovers and Sandwiches:

Efficiently store your make-ahead meals, leftovers and sandwiches in the

stackable, lightweight FoodSaver

containers. They are microwaveable, top rack

dishwasher safe and come with a custom adaptor. The lightweight containers

will be ready to head off to the office, to school or the great outdoors whenever

you are!

Preparation Guidelines

for Snack Foods:

Your snack foods will maintain their freshness longer when you vacuum seal

them. For best results, use a FoodSaver

Container for crushable items like

crackers.

Food Preparation & Reheating Tips

Guidelines

Vacuum Sealing Non-Food Items

The FoodSaver

Vacuum Sealing System also protects non-food items from oxidation,

corrosion and moisture. Simply follow directions to vacuum seal items using FoodSaver

Bags,

Containers and Accessories.

1716

Silverware

To vacuum seal silver, wrap fork tines in soft cushioning material, such as a paper

towel, to avoid puncturing bag, and seal as normal. Your silver will be clean, fresh

and untarnished right when you need it for your next dinner gathering.

Camping

Your FoodSaver

Bags are ideal for outdoor excursions. For camping and

bushwalking, keep your matches, maps and food dry and compact.

Water

To have fresh water for drinking, simply fill a FoodSaver

Bag with ice, seal it, and

when needed, let the ice pack melt. You can trim the corner off the bag to make

a spout for drinking or pouring.

Boating

If you’re going sailing or boating, you can vacuum seal your food, extra batteries,

memory cards, cash, identification cards, boating license and a dry change of

clothes. Just remember to bring scissors or a knife to open the bags when you

need them!

Emergency

To keep emergency kits safe and dry, vacuum seal flares, batteries, flashlights,

matches, candles, first aid kits, extra food and other necessities. Your emergency

items will stay dry and organized in your home, car, boat, caravan or 4WD.

Preparation Guidelines for Liquids:

Before you vacuum seal 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 seal 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.

Preparation Guidelines for Make-ahead Meals,

Leftovers and Sandwiches:

Efficiently store your make-ahead meals, leftovers and sandwiches in the

stackable, lightweight FoodSaver

containers. They are microwaveable, top rack

dishwasher safe and come with a custom adaptor. The lightweight containers

will be ready to head off to the office, to school or the great outdoors whenever

you are!

Preparation Guidelines

for Snack Foods:

Your snack foods will maintain their freshness longer when you vacuum seal

them. For best results, use a FoodSaver

Container for crushable items like

crackers.

Food Preparation & Reheating Tips

Guidelines

Vacuum Sealing Non-Food Items

The FoodSaver

Vacuum Sealing System also protects non-food items from oxidation,

corrosion and moisture. Simply follow directions to vacuum seal items using FoodSaver

Bags,

Containers and Accessories.

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Problem Solution Problem Solution

Troubleshooting

Seal LED

flashing

• Unit is overheated. Always allow 20 seconds between seals.

Under heavy usage, appliance will shut off automatically and

Seal Light will flash. Wait for 20 min. for unit to cool off.

• Always wait 20 seconds between seals.

• Latch has been left in Operate position: Gaskets may be

compressed. Turn Latch to Open or Store position and allow

10 to 20 minutes for Gaskets to expand.

• Vacuum pump running more than 120 seconds. Under heavy

usage, appliance will shut off automatically and Seal Light will

flash. See next section Vacuum Pump is running, but bag is

not evacuating.

• Latch was left in On position for 5 minutes and not being

used reminding user to turn Latch to Open or Store position.

Vacuum Pump

is running,

but bag

is not

evacuating

• If making a bag from a roll, make sure one end of bag is sealed.

See How to Make a Bag from a FoodSaver

Vacuum Sealing Roll.

• Adjust the bag and try again. Make sure the open end of the

bag is down inside the Drip Tray.

• Check for wrinkles in bag along Sealing Strip. To prevent

wrinkles in the seal, gently stretch bag flat while inserting

bag into Drip Tray.

• Open unit and make sure Gaskets are inserted properly and

there are no foreign objects, dirt or debris on the Upper or

Lower Gasket (See Care and Cleaning on pg 10).

• Latch has been left in Operate position: Gaskets may be

compressed. Turn Latch to Open or Store position and allow

10 to 20 minutes for Gaskets to expand.

• Make sure the lid is latched down all the way. If the Latch

does not catch the lid and bring it down, there will be a leak

between the Gaskets.

Gasket is

loose or

has a tear

• Take out the gasket, clean it and re-insert the Gasket into the

Gasket Channel (See Care and Cleaning on pg 10).

• If Gasket has minor damage remove, flip over and reinstall.

• Call AU: 1300 881 861 / NZ: 0800 786 232 or visit website for

replacement.

Bag is not

sealing

properly

• Too much liquid in bag, freeze before vacuuming.

• Check for food debris around seal area. If present, take out

the gasket, clean it and re-insert the Gasket into the Vacuum

Channel (See Care and Cleaning on pg 10).

• Bag has wrinkles: To prevent wrinkles in the seal, gently

stretch bag flat while inserting bag into Gasket Channel.

No lights on the

control panel

• Make sure unit is plugged in.

• Make sure wall outlet is functional.

• Make sure lid is all the way down, and the Latch is in the Operate

position.

Nothing happens

when Latch is

closed and Button

is pressed

• Make sure unit is plugged in.

• Make sure wall outlet is functional.

• Open Latch, make sure lid is all the way down, re-latch lid.

Cannot

insert bag into

machine

• Make sure there is enough bag material to reach centre of drip

tray. Always allow 8cm extra space to allow the bag to seal tightly

around food contents.

• Gently stretch bag flat while inserting. Insert bag curl down into

Drip Tray.

Air was removed

from the bag,

but now air has

re-entered

• Examine the seal. A wrinkle along the seal may cause air to

re-enter the bag. To prevent wrinkles in the seal, gently stretch

bag flat while inserting bag into Drip Tray.

• Sometimes moisture or food material (such as juices, grease,

crumbs, powders, etc.) along seal prevents bag from sealing

properly. Cut bag open, wipe top inside of bag and re-seal.

• Sharp food items may have punctured bag. Use a new bag if

there is a hole. Cover sharp food items with a soft cushioning

material, such as a paper towel, and re-seal.

• Fermentation or the release of natural gases from inside the

foods may have occurred. When this happens, food may have

begun to spoil and should be discarded.

• Faulty bag. Bag could be punctured. Try another bag.

Bag melts

• Sealing Strip may have become too hot. Always wait at least 20

seconds for appliance to cool down before you vacuum seal

another item.

• Use FoodSaver

brand bags. Our FoodSaver

Bags and Rolls are

specially designed for FoodSaver

units.

Container does

not vacuum

• The lid of the container must be correctly placed on and aligned

to the container.

• Make sure you press the Handheld Button.

• Make sure lid is closed securely on all 4 sides.

• Make sure rubber gasket on inside of lid is free from food

residues.

• Examine rim of container for cracks or scratches. Make sure

container valve is clean.

If you need

further

assistance:

• Call Consumer Services at AU: 1300 881 861 / NZ: 0800 786 232.

• For additional tips and answers to frequently asked questions,

go to www.foodsaver.com.au or www.foodsaver.co.nz and click

the “Service & Support” tab.

1918

Problem Solution Problem Solution

Troubleshooting

Seal LED

flashing

• Unit is overheated. Always allow 20 seconds between seals.

Under heavy usage, appliance will shut off automatically and

Seal Light will flash. Wait for 20 min. for unit to cool off.

• Always wait 20 seconds between seals.

• Latch has been left in Operate position: Gaskets may be

compressed. Turn Latch to Open or Store position and allow

10 to 20 minutes for Gaskets to expand.

• Vacuum pump running more than 120 seconds. Under heavy

usage, appliance will shut off automatically and Seal Light will

flash. See next section Vacuum Pump is running, but bag is

not evacuating.

• Latch was left in On position for 5 minutes and not being

used reminding user to turn Latch to Open or Store position.

Vacuum Pump

is running,

but bag

is not

evacuating

• If making a bag from a roll, make sure one end of bag is sealed.

See How to Make a Bag from a FoodSaver

Vacuum Sealing Roll.

• Adjust the bag and try again. Make sure the open end of the

bag is down inside the Drip Tray.

• Check for wrinkles in bag along Sealing Strip. To prevent

wrinkles in the seal, gently stretch bag flat while inserting

bag into Drip Tray.

• Open unit and make sure Gaskets are inserted properly and

there are no foreign objects, dirt or debris on the Upper or

Lower Gasket (See Care and Cleaning on pg 10).

• Latch has been left in Operate position: Gaskets may be

compressed. Turn Latch to Open or Store position and allow

10 to 20 minutes for Gaskets to expand.

• Make sure the lid is latched down all the way. If the Latch

does not catch the lid and bring it down, there will be a leak

between the Gaskets.

Gasket is

loose or

has a tear

• Take out the gasket, clean it and re-insert the Gasket into the

Gasket Channel (See Care and Cleaning on pg 10).

• If Gasket has minor damage remove, flip over and reinstall.

• Call AU: 1300 881 861 / NZ: 0800 786 232 or visit website for

replacement.

Bag is not

sealing

properly

• Too much liquid in bag, freeze before vacuuming.

• Check for food debris around seal area. If present, take out

the gasket, clean it and re-insert the Gasket into the Vacuum

Channel (See Care and Cleaning on pg 10).

• Bag has wrinkles: To prevent wrinkles in the seal, gently

stretch bag flat while inserting bag into Gasket Channel.

No lights on the

control panel

• Make sure unit is plugged in.

• Make sure wall outlet is functional.

• Make sure lid is all the way down, and the Latch is in the Operate

position.

Nothing happens

when Latch is

closed and Button

is pressed

• Make sure unit is plugged in.

• Make sure wall outlet is functional.

• Open Latch, make sure lid is all the way down, re-latch lid.

Cannot

insert bag into

machine

• Make sure there is enough bag material to reach centre of drip

tray. Always allow 8cm extra space to allow the bag to seal tightly

around food contents.

• Gently stretch bag flat while inserting. Insert bag curl down into

Drip Tray.

Air was removed

from the bag,

but now air has

re-entered

• Examine the seal. A wrinkle along the seal may cause air to

re-enter the bag. To prevent wrinkles in the seal, gently stretch

bag flat while inserting bag into Drip Tray.

• Sometimes moisture or food material (such as juices, grease,

crumbs, powders, etc.) along seal prevents bag from sealing

properly. Cut bag open, wipe top inside of bag and re-seal.

• Sharp food items may have punctured bag. Use a new bag if

there is a hole. Cover sharp food items with a soft cushioning

material, such as a paper towel, and re-seal.

• Fermentation or the release of natural gases from inside the

foods may have occurred. When this happens, food may have

begun to spoil and should be discarded.

• Faulty bag. Bag could be punctured. Try another bag.

Bag melts

• Sealing Strip may have become too hot. Always wait at least 20

seconds for appliance to cool down before you vacuum seal

another item.

• Use FoodSaver

brand bags. Our FoodSaver

Bags and Rolls are

specially designed for FoodSaver

units.

Container does

not vacuum

• The lid of the container must be correctly placed on and aligned

to the container.

• Make sure you press the Handheld Button.

• Make sure lid is closed securely on all 4 sides.

• Make sure rubber gasket on inside of lid is free from food

residues.

• Examine rim of container for cracks or scratches. Make sure

container valve is clean.

If you need

further

assistance:

• Call Consumer Services at AU: 1300 881 861 / NZ: 0800 786 232.

• For additional tips and answers to frequently asked questions,

go to www.foodsaver.com.au or www.foodsaver.co.nz and click

the “Service & Support” tab.

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Parts

WarrantyReplacement

Replacement parts are available for purchase on

AU: foodsaver.com.au / NZ: foodsaver.co.nz or by calling

AU: 1300 881 861 / NZ: 0800 786 232

FoodSaver

Reservoir Accessory

FoodSaver

Bag Cutter

FoodSaver

Upper Seal Profile

FoodSaver

Cutter Stabiliser Profile

1 3 2

64 5

FoodSaver

Drip Tray Accessory

FoodSaver

Upper and Lower

Foam Gaskets

This FoodSaver product is covered by a 12 month replacement

or repair warranty, which is in addition to your rights under

the Australian Consumer Law (if your product was purchased

in Australia) or New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act (if your

product was purchased in New Zealand).

Upon receipt of your claim, Sunbeam will seek to resolve your difculties or, if the product is

defective, advise you on how to obtain a replacement or refund.

To assist us in managing warranty claims, we recommend you register your product as soon as

practicable after purchase by creating a MySunbeam account on our website and uploading a

copy of your original receipt.

In order to make a claim under our warranty, you must have the original proof of purchase

documentation for the product and present it when requested (if not already uploaded to

our website].

Should your product develop any defect within 12 months of purchase because of faulty

materials or workmanship, we will replace or repair it, at our discretion, free of charge. A product

presented for repair may be replaced by a refurbished product of the same type rather than

being repaired. Refurbished parts may be used to repair the product.

Our replacement or repair warranty only applies where a defect arises as a result of faulty

material or workmanship during the warranty period. Your warranty does cover misuse or

negligent handling (including damage caused by failing to use the product in accordance

with this instruction booklet), accidental damage, or normal wear and tear.

Your warranty does not:

• cover freight or any other costs incurred in making a claim, consumable items,

accessories that by their nature and limited lifespan require periodic renewal (such as

lters and seals) or any consequential loss or damage; or

• cover damage caused by:

- power surges, power dips, voltage supply problems, or use of the product on incorrect

voltage;

- servicing or modication of the product other than by Sunbeam or an authorised Sunbeam

service centre;

- use of the product with other accessories, attachments, product supplies, parts or

devices that do not conform to Sunbeam specications; or

- exposure of the product to abnormally corrosive conditions; or

• extend beyond 3 months if the product is used in commercial, industrial, educational or

rental applications.

The benets given to you by our warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies under

law in relation to the product.

In Australia our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian

Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for

compensation for any other 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.

Our goods also come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the New Zealand

Consumer Guarantees Act.

If your warranty claim is not accepted, we will inform you and if requested to do so by you,

repair the product provided you pay the usual charges for such repair. You will also be

responsible for all freight and other costs.

Should your product require repair or service after the warranty period, contact your nearest

Sunbeam service centre. For a complete list of Sunbeam’s service centres, visit our website

or call our customer service line for advice on 1300 881 861 in Australia, or 0800 786 232 in

New Zealand.

Should you experience

any difculties with

your product during the

warranty period, please

contact our customer

service line lor advice on

1300 881 861 in Australia,

or 0800 786 232 in New

Zealand.

Australia

foodsaver.com.au

1300 881 861

Units 5 & 6,

13 Lord Street,

Botany NSW 2019

Australia

New Zealand

foodsaver.co.nz

0800 786 232

Level 6, Building 5,

Central Park,

660-670 Great South Road,

Greenlane, Auckland

New Zealand