VS9000 FoodSaver GameSaver Vacuum Sealer User Manual

Home Vacuum Packaging System

GameSaver™

User Guide

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.

Sunbeam Corporation Limited | ABN 45 000 006 771

Sunbeam Corporation is a division of GUD Holdings Limited.

Sunbeam is a registered trademark.

EasyClean is a trademark of Sunbeam Corporation.

Made in China to Sunbeam’s specification.

Due to minor changes in design or otherwise,

the product you buy may differ slightly from the one shown here.

Approved by the appropriate electrical regulatory authorities.

©Copyright Sunbeam 2015.

10/15

VS9000

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

Contents

Important Safeguards 1

Vacuum Packaging Tips 2

VS9000 FoodSaver

GameSaver™ 3

12 Volt Important Instructions 5

Using your FoodSaver

GameSaver™ 6

Make a bag with FoodSaver

rolls

Vacuum seal with FoodSave

r®

bags

Vacuum seal with FoodSaver

accessories

Seal only

Food Preparation & Safety Tips 10

Care and Cleaning Instructions 11

Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging 12

Preservation Guidelines 15

Troubleshooting 17

Home Vacuum Packaging System

GameSaver™

User Guide

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.

Sunbeam Corporation Limited | ABN 45 000 006 771

Sunbeam Corporation is a division of GUD Holdings Limited.

Sunbeam is a registered trademark.

EasyClean is a trademark of Sunbeam Corporation.

Made in China to Sunbeam’s specification.

Due to minor changes in design or otherwise,

the product you buy may differ slightly from the one shown here.

Approved by the appropriate electrical regulatory authorities.

©Copyright Sunbeam 2015.

10/15

VS9000

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

Important Safeguards

Read the Instructions Carefully.

For Your Own Safety, Always Follow These Basic Precautions When Using the 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:

• 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.

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.

When Vacuum Packaging:

1. Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for

refrigeration.

2. Use only FoodSaver

bags, rolls and

containers.

3. During the vacuum packaging process,

small amounts of liquids, crumbs or food

particles can be inadvertently pulled into

the Vacuum Channel. Empty the Drip Tray

after each use.

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.

5. Do not attempt to create your own side

seals for a FoodSaver

Bag. These bags

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.

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 containers 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 containers.

11. If using the FoodSaver

appliance to

re-seal packets, ensure that these have

been previously commercially heat sealed.

Vacuum Packaging tips

VS9000 FoodSaver

GameSaver™

A. Accessory Storage Compartment

–

Stores

Accessory Hose.

B. Bag Cutter on Lid

–

Simpliﬁes making

custom-sized bags.

C. Built-in Roll Storage

–

For storage of

FoodSaver

Rolls and Bags.

D. Front Lid Latch

–

Easily Open and Close unit;

also has Store Position.

DEFGH

E. Sealing Strip

–

Provides extra secure, airtight

seal that’s two times wider.

F. Foam Gasket

–

Make sure this is correctly

positioned to ensure proper vacuum sealing.

G. Removable Drip Tray

–

Large size helps to

catch overﬂow liquids.

H. Accessory Hose Port – Accessory hose can be

used with all FoodSaver

Brand Accessories.

I. Carry Handle

–

Allows

easy transportation

of the appliance.

J. Power Cord Storage

–

On back side of appliance.

K. 12V DC Adaptor Port

–

Allows appliance to

run off 12 Volt DC power.

L. Rubber Feet for Vertical

Storage

–

Space-saving

feature allows appliance to

be stored vertically.

M. Seal Button

–

The Seal button

has three uses:

1. Press to create a seal

when making bags from a

FoodSaver

Roll.

2. Press to immediately stop

the vacuum process and

begin sealing the bag. This

prevents crushing delicate

items such as bread, cookies

and pastries.

3. Press to create a seal on

multilayer bags (such as a

potato chip bag) to keep food

sealed airtight.

N. Vac/Seal Button

–

Press to

vacuum package and seal

your food air-tight with a

single touch. Shuts off

automatically, Also can be

used to pause the vacuuming

cycle.

O. Vacuum Progress Display

–

Displays vacuum levels as

the bag/canister/container

is evacuated.

P. Closed Light

–

Comes on

when latch is pushed down

to Close position, which

locks down the lid.

1. Make sure vehicle has a 12V receptacle

circuit and fuse has a rating of 10 amps or

higher. Refer to your vehicle’s owners manual.

2. Plug 12 Volt DC adaptor into the

appliance first.

3. Plug 12 Volt DC adaptor into the 12V

power outlet.

4. When appliance is powered by 12 Volt DC,

unit will take slightly longer to vacuum and

seal than using standard 240 volt AC power.

5. Appliance should be placed on flat

surface and have enough room that the

bag and its contents have surface support.

6. When appliance is powered by 12 Volt

DC, make sure vehicle is running and

all electrical items in vehicle are off (air

conditioning, lights, radio, etc.).

Note: Do not plug unit into 12 Volt DC and

wall outlet mains at the same time. Do not

use any external supply not supplied with this

appliance.

Note: This appliance should not be used

outdoors when plugged into the mains supply.

Warning: Do not use the 12 Volt DC Adapter

with the vehicle running in an enclosed space.

Warning: Use only Vehicle Adapter provided

with the appliance.

12 Volt Important Instructions

Using your FoodSaver

GameSaver™

How to make a Bag from a FoodSaver

Roll

Fig. 1

1. Open Lid and pull bag material over the Sealing Strip.

(Fig. 1)

Fig. 4

4. When Red Progress Light turns off, sealing is

complete. Unlock latch and lift lid. (Fig.4)

3in (7.6cm)

Fig. 5

5. Pull out desired bag length, Close Appliance Lid, and

slide Bag Cutter across the roll. Make sure you leave 3”

of space at top for room to vacuum seal. (Fig.5)

IMPORTANT TIP:

When making a bag from a roll, make sure end of cut piece

is on Sealing Strip, not over rubber gasket or in Vacuum

Channel.

Fig. 2

2. Close and Latch Lid. (Fig.2)

Fig. 3

3. Press Seal Button. (Fig.3)

How to Vacuum Seal FoodSaver

Bags

1. Begin with a FoodSaver

Bag (or create a bag as described

on page 6).

2. Place item(s) in bag, allowing at least 7.5cm of space

between bag contents and top of bag (Fig. 1). The extra

space is required to allow the bag to seal tightly around

contents.

3. Open Appliance Lid and place open end of bag curl side

down into the Drip Tray. (Fig. 2)

4. Close the Lid by pushing latch all the way down past

the Store Position to the Closed Position. (Fig. 3).

5. Press Vac/Seal Button (Fig. 4).

Note: To prevent crushing delicate items, you may press

Seal Button at any time to begin sealing process. During

vacuum process, you can press Vac/Seal Button to pause

the process.

6. When the Red Indicator Light turns off, unlatch,

lift lid, and remove bag. (Fig. 5)

Fig. 5

Fig. 2

Fig. 4

Fig. 3

3in (7.6cm)

Fig. 1

Using your FoodSaver

GameSaver™ 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. For

very moist or wet foods either use Seal only,

or pre-freeze for 1-2 hours before vacuum

packaging. Alternatively place a folded paper

towel between food and end of bag to absorb

excess liquids. Just be sure to leave at least

7.5cm between food and end of bag so that

bag seals properly with paper towel inside.

Make sure you give FoodSaver

appliance time

to cool down. The FoodSaver

GameSaver™ is

able to create up to 50 consecutive vacuum

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.

Make sure you've securely locked the

FoodSaver

appliance lid. 'When vacuuming

and sealing a bag or container 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 2 minutes

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.

FoodSaver

Container or Bottle Stoppers

1. Prepare container or bottle stopper

according to FoodSaver

Accessory

Guidelines, which are included with

accessory purchases.

2. Insert one end of Accessory Hose into

Accessory Port on appliance. Insert other

end into port on accessory. Twist tab on

Accessory Hose while inserting to ensure a

tight fit. (Fig. 1)

3. Close the Lid by pushing latch all the way

down past the Store Position to the Closed

Position. Press Vac/Seal Button. (Fig. 2)

4. When 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 Motor shut off and then the

sealing cycle will begin.

5. Gently twist and remove Accessory Hose

from accessory and appliance.

6. To test vacuum, simply tug on accessory

lid. It should not move.

Note: For important tips on using accessories

with different foods, please refer to the

Preservation Guidelines on page 15 and 16.

How to Open the FoodSaver

Container

To open, press and hold down the green

oval button in the centre of the lid. This will

release the vacuum – a hissing sound can be

heard as the air rushes in.

IMPORTANT: Remember to remove the

Accessory Hose from the Accessory Port on

the appliance before you vacuum package in

FoodSaver

Bags.

How to seal only

If you want to seal a bag without vacuuming,

use the Seal Button on the Control Panel.

You can even reseal bags such as multilayer

film bags (such as a potato chip bag).

1. Place open end of bag on Sealing Strip,

close lid and use latch to lock. (Fig. 1)

2. Press Seal Button on Control Panel. (Fig. 2)

3. When Motor and Red Indicator Light turn

off, unlock latch, open lid and remove bag.

Vacuum Packaging with

Accessories

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

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 micro-

organisms 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. 'Clostridium

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

Bag, cut a

corner of the bag and place on a microwave-

safe 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.

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.

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

Accessories

1. All FoodSaver

accessories should be

washed in warm water using a mild

dishwashing soap. Dry thoroughly before

using.

2. The FoodSaver

Fresh Containers 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

Quick

Marinator 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.

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

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.

Reheating in water

You can also reheat foods in FoodSaver

Bags

by placing them in water at a low simmer

below 75°C.

Vacuum Packaging Meat and Fish:

For best results, use a FoodSaver

bag to

vacuum seal before freezing.

For very moist meat or fish, 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

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 7.5cm 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.

Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging

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.

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 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 package. Store in refrigerator.

Vacuum Packaging Fruits:

For best results, vacuum seal fruit in a

FoodSaver

Container to protects the shape of

berries and soft fruits. Alternatively pre-freeze

fruit for 1-2 hours before vacuum sealing to help

maintain the shape and flavour of the food.

If storing in the refrigerator, we recommend

using a FoodSaver

Container.

Vacuum Packaging Baked Goods:

To vacuum package 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 package for later use.

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

Bag.

Vacuum Packaging Liquids:

Using a FoodSaver

Container is the easiest

way to vacuum seal liquids. Pouring liquids

into a FoodSaver

bag then using Seal only is

a quick way to prepare liquids for storage.

Alternatively pre-freeze liquids until solid,

remove from freezer and vacuum package in

a FoodSaver

bag. Then return to the 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

Container

for crushable items like crackers.

Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items

The FoodSaver

vacuum packaging system

also protects non-food items from oxidation,

corrosion and moisture. Simply follow the

directions to vacuum package items using

FoodSaver

Bags & Containers.

To vacuum package silver, wrap

forks in soft cushioning material,

such as a paper towel,

to avoid puncturing bag.

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

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 13 for more details.

Pre-freezing meats prior to vacuum packaging

can prevent natural gases being released.

Preservation Guidelines

Foods

Where to

Store

Recommended

FoodSaver

Accessory

Storage Life

with FoodSaver

Vacuum

Packaging

System

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 FoodSaver

Bag 2 years 6 months

Hard Cheeses

Cheddar, Swiss

Refrigerator FoodSaver

Bag, Container 4-8 months 1-2 weeks

Parmesan Refrigerator FoodSaver

Bag, Container 4-8 months 1-2 weeks

Vegetables

(Vegetables, excluding leafy types, must be blanched before vacuum sealing.)

Asparagus Freezer FoodSaver

Bag 2-3 years 8 months

Broccoli, Cauliflower Freezer FoodSaver

Bag 2-3 years 8 months

Cabbage, Brussels

Sprouts

Freezer FoodSaver

Bag 2-3 years 8 months

Corn (cob or kernel) Freezer FoodSaver

Bag 2-3 years 8 months

Green Beans Freezer FoodSaver

Bag 2-3 years 8 months

Lettuce, Spinach Refrigerator FoodSaver

Container 2 weeks 3-6 days

Snow Peas, Snap Peas Freezer FoodSaver

Bag 2-3 years 8 months

Fruits

Apricots, Plums Freezer FoodSaver

Bag 1-3 years 6-12 months

Peaches, Nectarines Freezer FoodSaver

Bag 1-3 years 6-12 months

Softer Berries

Raspberries,

Blackberries

Refrigerator FoodSaver

Container 1 week 1-3 days

Strawberries Refrigerator FoodSaver

Container 1 week 1-3 days

Harder Berries

Blueberries Refrigerator FoodSaver

Container 2 weeks 3-6 days

Cranberries Refrigerator FoodSaver

Container 2 weeks 3-6 days

Preservation Guidelines continued

Foods

Where to

Store

Recommended

FoodSaver

Accessory

Storage Life

with FoodSaver

Vacuum

Packaging

System

Normal

Storage Life

Baked Goods

Bagels, Bread, Pastries Freezer FoodSaver

Bag 1-3 years 6-12 months

Nuts

Almonds, Peanuts Pantry FoodSaver

Bag, Container 2 years 6 months

Sunflower Seeds Pantry FoodSaver

Bag, Container 2 years 6 months

Coffee

Coffee Beans Freezer FoodSaver

Bag 2-3 years 6 months

Coffee Beans Pantry FoodSaver

Bag, Container 1 year 3 months

Ground Coffee Freezer FoodSaver

Bag 2 years 6 months

Ground Coffee Pantry FoodSaver

Bag, Container 5-6 months

Prepared Liquids

Sauces, Soups, Stews Freezer FoodSaver

Bag 1-2 years 3-6 months

Bottled Liquids

Wine Refrigerator FoodSaver

Bottle Stopper 2-4 months 1-3 weeks

Oils Pantry FoodSaver

Bottle Stopper 1-1½ years 5-6 months

Dry Foods

Beans, Grains Pantry FoodSaver