® Home Vacuum Packaging System Instruction Booklet VAC780 - VS7800 Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.
Contents Important Safeguards 4 Important Tips 5 Features of your FoodSaver® VAC780 Using your FoodSaver® VAC780 6 10 How to Vacuum Package using FoodSaver® Canisters and Bottle Stoppers 13 Storage and Cleaning Instructions 14 Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items 15 Food Preparation and Storage Guide 16 Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging 17 Preservation Guidelines 19 Troubleshooting 21 Important instructions – retain for future use.
Sunbeam’sSafeguards Important Safety Precautions 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.
Important Tips When Vacuum Packaging: 1. Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration. 2. Use ONLY bags, rolls and canisters manufactured by Sunbeam Products Inc. 3. Do not allow the Vacuum Channel to fill up with liquids. This will render the machine unusable. 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. 5.
VAC780 28cm vacuum packaging system with multi-function control panel and roll storage Accessory Port Attach accessory hose here and use to vacuum package with FoodSaver® Canisters and bottle stoppers. Speed Setting Select speed to optimise the vacuum. 'Gentle' for delicate foods; 'Normal' for all average-sized bags, canisters and bottles; 'Fast' for larger-sized bags & canisters. Adjustable Food Setting Select food type to optimise the seal.
Vacuum & Seal Button This button has two uses: 1. Press to vacuum package and seal with a single touch. Shuts off automatically. 2. Press to cancel process at any time. Canister Vacuum Button Press to achieve best vacuum results for canisters and bottle stoppers. Seal Button This button has four uses: 1. Press to immediately stop the vacuum process and begin sealing the bag. 2. Press to create a seal when making bags from a FoodSaver® Roll. 3.Press to create a seal on foil-based chip and cereal packets.
VAC780 28cm vacuum packaging system with multi-function control panel and roll storage Roll Storage Compartment Foam Gasket Easy Clean Drip Tray Extra-wide Sealing Strip 8
Pen Storage Bag & Roll Cutter Vacuum channel Easy-lock latch 9
Using your FoodSaver VAC780 ® How to make a Bag from a FoodSaver® Roll 1. Place appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the supply cord into a standard electrical outlet. 2. Unlock side latch, open lid and position open bag over the sealing strip. 3. Close lid and lock side latch into 'operate' position. (Do not place edge of bag into vacuum channel when sealing bags). 4. Press 'Seal' button to begin automatic sealing process. 5.
Using your FoodSaver® VAC780 continued Tips on using the Pulse feature Use the pulse feature to manually control the vacuum process and avoid crushing delicate items. 1. Place items in bag allowing 7.5cm of space between bag contents and top of bag. 2. Open appliance lid and place open end of bag into the vacuum channel. Close lid and lock into 'operate' position. 3. Select and press appropriate food setting - Moist or Dry. 4. Select and press appropriate speed setting - Fast, Normal or Gentle. 5.
Using your FoodSaver® VAC780 continued Tips on Removing Air from a Bag Make sure you've locked the appliance lid. When vacuuming and sealing a bag or canister, ensure latch is locked in the 'operate' position. Check for wrinkles in the bag along the Sealing Strip. 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 package again.
How to Vacuum Package using FoodSaver Canisters and Bottle Stoppers ® 1. Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface and plug the supply cord into a standard electrical outlet. 2. Canisters: place the item(s) to be vacuum packaged inside the canister. Place the lid on top of the canister*. See figure 1. 3. Insert one end of the Accessory Hose into the Accessory Port on the appliance. Insert the other end of the hose into the lid of canister or bottle stopper. 4.
Storage and Cleaning Instructions FoodSaver® Bags FoodSaver® Storage To utilise the unique vertical storage: 1. Close the lid. 2. Turn the latch halfway to secure for storage (the halfway position locks the appliance lid for storage without compressing the foam gasket and creating unnecessary wear and tear). 3. Push and hold 'Push' Button on the right side of appliance. 4. Lift the front of the appliance until its in the upright position and it clicks. 5. Let go of 'Push' Button 6.
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® Bags, 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® Bag with ice and seal.
Food Preparation and Storage Guide 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.
Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging Preparation Guidelines for Meat and Fish For best results, pre-freeze meat and fish for 1-2 hours before vacuum packaging in a FoodSaver® Bag. This helps retain the juice and shape and guarantees a better seal. If it's not possible to pre-freeze, place a folded paper towel between meat or fish and top of bag but below seal area. Leave paper towel in bag to absorb excess moisture and juices during vacuum packaging process.
Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging continued Preparation Guidelines for Baked Goods Preparation Guidelines for Marinating To vacuum package soft or airy baked goods, we recommend using a FoodSaver® Canister so they will hold their shape. If using a bag, pre-freeze for 1-2 hours or until solidly frozen. To save time, make cookie dough, pie shells, whole pies, or mix dry ingredients in advance and vacuum package for later use.
Preservation Guidelines Foods Where to Store Recommended FoodSaver® Products Storage Life with FoodSaver® Products Normal Storage Life Meat Beef, Pork, Lamb Freezer FoodSaver® Bag 2-3 years 6 months Ground Meat Freezer FoodSaver Bag 1 year 4 months Poultry Freezer FoodSaver® Bag 2-3 years 6 months Fish Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 years 6 months ® ® Hard Cheeses Cheddar, Swiss Refrigerator FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 4-8 months 1-2 weeks Parmesan Refrigerator FoodSaver® Bag, Canister
Preservation Guidelines continued Foods Where to Store Recommended FoodSaver® Products Storage Life with FoodSaver® Normal Storage Life Baked Goods Freezer FoodSaver® Bag 1-3 years 6-12 months Almonds, Peanuts Pantry FoodSaver® Bag, Canister 2 years 6 months Sunflower Seeds Pantry FoodSaver Bag, Canister 2 years 6 months Coffee Beans Freezer FoodSaver® Bag 2-3 years 6 months Coffee Beans Pantry FoodSaver Bag, Canister 1 year 3 months Ground Coffee Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 yea
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.
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12 Month Replacement Guarantee In the unlikely event that this appliance develops any malfunction within 12 months of purchase (3 months commercial use) due to faulty materials or manufacture, we will replace it for you free of charge. Should you experience any difficulties with your appliance, please phone our customer service line for advice on 1300 881 861 in Australia, or 0800 786 232 in New Zealand. Alternatively, you can send a written claim to Sunbeam at the address listed below.
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. In Australia Visit www.sunbeam.com.au Or call 1300 881 861 In New Zealand Visit www.sunbeam.co.nz Or call 0800 786 232 Distributed by: Sunbeam Corporation Limited ABN 45 000 006 771 Sunbeam Corporation is a division of GUD Holdings Ltd. is a registered trademark. www.sunbeam.com.
