User Manual & Recipe Book
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1.2. www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 STORAGE GUIDE 17 7 O w r m Wn T e e z O 18 Trouble Shooting Problem Solution Red Seal LED Flashing Bag not inserted properly Remove bag wait for red light to stop flashing and re insert bag e Wait 20 seconds between seals e Unit overheated Wait several minutes for unit to cool down Vacuum Pump is running but bag is not evacuating e 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 on page 8 e Slide out drip tray drawer and make sure there are no foreign objects dirt or debris on the bottom gasket See Care and Cleaning on page 13 Bag is not sealing properly e Too much liquid in bag freeze before vacuuming e To prevent wrinkles in the seal gently stretch bag flat while inserting bag into vacuum channel and continue to hold bag until vacuum pump starts e Unit overheated Wait several minutes for unit to cool down No lights on the control panel e Make sure unit is plugged in e Make sure wall outlet is functional e Press on off button Nothing happens when bag is inserted e Make sure unit has power see above tip e Tray Full empty drip tray Clean Drip Tray and place back into appliance See Care and Cleaning page 13 e Too much food in bag Avoid overfilling Allow 4 inches 10 16cm of space betwe
3. www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 Storage Guide Baked Goods Coffee Snacks and Liquids Recommended Storage Life Where FoodSaver with FoodSaver Normal Foods to Store Bag Accessory System Storage Life Baked Goods Bagels Bread Freezer FoodSaver Bag 1 3 years 6 12 months Pastries Nuts Almonds Pantry FoodSaver Bag Canister 2 years 6 months Peanuts Sunflower Pantry FoodSaver Bag Canister 2 years 6 months Seeds Coffee 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 years 6 months Ground Coffee Pantry FoodSaver Bag Canister 5 6 months 1 month Prepared Liquids Sauces Soups Freezer FoodSaver Bag 1 2 years 3 6 months Stews Bottled Liquids Oils Pantry FoodSaver Bottle Stopper 1 1 2 years 5 6 months Dry Foods Beans Grains Pantry FoodSaver Bag Canister 1 2 years 6 months Pasta Rice Pantry FoodSaver Bag Canister 1 2 years 6 months Powdery Foods Dry Milk Pantry FoodSaver Bag Canister 1 2 years 6 months Dried Coconut Pantry FoodSaver Bag Canister 1 2 years 6 months Flour Pantry FoodSaver Bag Canister 1 2 years 6 months Sugar Brown Pantry FoodSaver Bag Canister 1 2 years 6 months Sugar Snack Foods Chips Pantry FoodSaver Canister 3 6 weeks 1 2 weeks Cookies Pantry FoodSaver Canister 3 6 weeks 1 2 weeks Crackers
4. FoodSaver THE 1 VACUUM SEALING SYSTEM User Manual amp Recipe Book for V4800 series appliances www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 Important Safeguards For your own safety always follow these basic precautions when using a FoodSaver appliance 1 10 Read the User Manual carefully for operating instructions Read all instructions in this manual before use Do not use appliance on wet or hot surfaces or near a heat source Caution To protect against electric shock do not immerse any part of appliance power cord or plug in water or other liquid Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning To disconnect unplug power cord from electrical outlet Do not disconnect by pulling on cord Do not operate appliance with a damaged power cord or plug Do not operate appliance if it malfunctions or is in any way damaged For details contact Consumer Services at number listed below Use appliance only for its intended use Closely supervise children when using any electrical appliance Do not allow appliance to be used as a toy Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or heated oven Extreme caution must be used when moving products containing hot liquids Wait 20 seconds between seals to allow appliance to cool Caution Place cord where the cord cannot be pulled cause user to be entangled with the cord or cause the product to be overturned For Househo
5. Sprinkle with salt and pepper Bake 22 minutes or until barely pink in center Transfer pork to carving board tent with foil and let stand 5 minutes Stir potatoes tent with foil and let stand 5 minutes Slice pork and serve with potatoes GRILLED CHINESE SALMON Makes 4 servings Ingredients 3 tablespoons soy sauce 4 salmon fillet pieces or steaks about 1 pound 2 tablespoons dry sherry 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro 2 cloves garlic minced Cooking Directions Combine soy sauce sherry and garlic in FoodSaver Quick Marinator Add salmon turn to coat Place lid on container Turn knob to Open Marinate and attach Accessory Hose Press Marinate Button When the 12 minute cycle is complete remove hose and open lid Oil grid or broiler pan rack Prepare grill for direct cooking over medium heat or preheat broiler Drain salmon reserving marinade Grill or broil skin side down 10 minutes or until salmon begins to flake when tested with fork Baste with reserved marinade after 5 minutes discard any remaining marinade Sprinkle with cilantro www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 FLANK STEAK WITH ITALIAN SALSA Makes 6 servings Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 3 cup chopped pitted kalamata olives 3 4 teaspoon black pepper divided 1 tablespoon garlic minced 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 1 cup diced plum tomatoes 3 4 teaspoon salt divided 1 flank steak 1 1 2 po
6. Any perishable foods that require refrigeration must still be refrigerated or frozen after vacuum packaging Food Preparation and Reheating Tips Thawing and Reheating Vacuum Packaged 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 170 F 75 C 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 Note Beef may appear darker after vacuum packaging due to the removal of oxygen This is not an indication of spoilage Preparation Guidelines for Hard Cheeses To keep cheese fresh vacuum package it after each use Make your FoodSaver Bag extra long allowing one inch of bag material for each time you plan to open and reseal in addition to the 4 inch room you normal
7. PulseVac the Pulsevac ode LED will be lit to indicate PulseVac mode NOTE The bag will be sealed automatically if e 3 Insert open end of bag into Vacuum Channel G you reach max vacuum The clamp will close to secure the bag The 6 When the red Seal Indicator Light turns off PulseVac LED will now flash remove bag Refrigerate or freeze if needed 4 Push and hold the PulseVac Button The vacuum pump will run when the PulseVac Button is held down Release the PulseVac Button to stop the vacuum process This will allow you to adjust the contents of the bag for better control of the vacuum sealing process Repeat pushing the PulseVac Button until desired amount of air has been removed Emptying Drip Tray This FoodSaver model comes with a convenient pull out drawer to access the Drip Tray P 1 Simply slide it out then pull up on side handles of Drip Tray to remove 2 Drip Tray can be emptied and washed with warm soapy water or in the dishwasher on the top rack www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 11 Marinating with your FoodSaver Appliance Your FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing System has a special Fig 1 Quick Marinate Cycle which will last about ten minutes The FoodSaver Quick Marinating Canister not included is the perfect FoodSaver accessory for marinating foods i av During the Marinate Cycle the vacuum pump will hold the vacuum for several minutes then
8. against the food and other To reduce risk of electrical shock this plug is prevents the bag from pulling out of the vacuum intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way If channel during the sealing process Then leave at plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse plug If it least one additional inch of bag material for each still does not fit contact a qualified electrician Do time you plan to reuse bag not modify plug in any way 5 Do not create your own side seams fora 11 Caution A short power cord is provided to FoodSaver Bag These bags are manufactured reduce risks from entanglement or tripping over with a special side seam which is sealed all the a longer cord An extension cord may be used way to the outer edge when marked electrical rating is no less than 6 To prevent wrinkles in the seal when vacuum electrical rating of this appliance All cords should packaging bulky items gently stretch bag flat while not drape over counter or tabletop where cords inserting bag into vacuum channel and continue to can be tripped over or pulled on unintentionally hold bag until vacuum pump starts especially by children www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 WELCOME SERRE Welcome to FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing System Congratulations Free Gift with Registration You are about to enjoy the freshness benefits Register now and you ll receive a free gift of FoodSaver The 1 Selling Brand of Vacuum Sealing Systems For y
9. bag flat until vacuum pump begins If you find wrinkles after sealing bag simply cut bag open and vacuum Seal again If motor runs for more than 30 seconds without stopping consider the following If you are vacuum Sealing with a bag make sure one end of the bag is properly sealed See How to Make a Bag From a Roll on page 8 If vacuum sealing with an accessory check Handheld Sealer connections to ensure a tight fit Using FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing Accessories FreshSaver Zipper Bags 1 Place food into Zipper Bag Make sure not to put any food under valve Press zipper closed with finger while bag is lying down on a flat surface 2 Pull Retractable Handheld Sealer from appliance Place end over the gray valve on bag 3 Push accessory button to begin vacuum process Motor will run until vacuum process is complete Containers 1 Prepare container according to FoodSaver Accessory Guidelines which are included with accessory purchases 2 Pull Retractable Handheld Sealer from appliance Place end over gray valve on container 3 Push accessory button to begin vacuum process Motor will run until vacuum process is complete Fig 1 Canisters 1 Prepare canister according to FoodSaver Accessory Guidelines which are included with accessory purchases 2 Pull Retractable Handheld Sealer from appliance and remove clear bottom portion of handheld from top handle Insert the end into the p
10. release the vacuum allowing the food to rest for 30 seconds This process then repeats This pulsing action of vacuuming and resting will allow for quicker more flavorful marinating IMPORTANT NOTE During the Quick Marinate Cycle make sure knob on lid of the Quick Marinating Canister is set to OPEN Do not set knob to Vacuum during the Marinate Cycle 1 Prepare enough of your favorite marinade to fully cover food inside a marinating canister Always leave at least one inch 2 54 centimeters of space between contents and top of rim 2 Make sure rubber gasket underneath lid as well as rim of marinating canister is free from food materials 3 Pull out the Retractable Handheld Sealer from your FoodSaver appliance Remove clear bottom portion of handheld from top handle Fig 1 4 Insert the end into the port on the canister Make sure knob on accessory lid is set to OPEN Fig 2 T e e gt 2 2 m 5 Make sure lid is firmly attached to marinator base 6 Press Marinate button on the control panel Fig 3 7 Your FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing System will now begin the Quick Marinate Cycle The Marinate Indicator Light will flash to indicate the marinating process has begun lz j 8 During the initial vacuum cycle the Marinate Mode Indicator Ye 5 SA 6 will illuminate While Marinating the Vacuum Progress Display will blink during the Vacuum Hold o
11. ack 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 vacuum packaging system also protects non food items from oxidation corrosion and moisture Simply follow the directions to vacuum package items using FoodSaver Bags Canisters not included and Accessories To vacuum package silver wrap fork tines 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 oO lt X lt 5 D S www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 15 2 e 2 a m a m 16 Storage Guide Meat Cheese Vegetables Fruits Recommended Storage Life Where FoodSaver with FoodSaver Norma
12. actured product or component If the product is no longer available a replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value This is your exclusive Limited Warranty Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this product Doing so will void this Limited Warranty This Limited Warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable Keep the original sales receipt Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance JCS dealers service centers or retail stores selling JCS products do not have the right to alter modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following negligent use or misuse of the product use on improper voltage or current use contrary to the operating instructions disassembly repair or alteration by anyone other than JCS or an authorized JCS service center or use of this product with non FoodSaver branded bags and or rolls Further this Limited Warranty does not cover Acts of God such as fire flood hurricanes and tornadoes What are the limits on JCS Liability Damage to a product caused by use of non FoodSaver branded bags and or rolls accident misuse or abuse is not covered by this Limited Warranty Improper care and cleaning will void this Limited Warranty JCS shall no
13. an slow the growth of mold 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 odor discoloration 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 40 F 4 O or below Freezing at o F 17 C does not kill microorganisms but stops them from growing For long term storage always freeze perishable foods that have been vacuum packaged and keep refrigerated after thawing It is important to note that vacuum packaging 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 flavor appearance or texture because it depends on age and condition of the food on the day it was vacuumed packaged IMPORTANT Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration or freezing
14. ay This appliance has a Tray Full indicator When excess liquid fills the Drip Tray the unit will turn off and the Tray Full Indicator light will activate To resume normal operation Slide out DO NOT Drip Tray Drawer Remove Drip Tray for cleaning REMOVE by pulling up on the two side tabs When replacing GASKETS drip tray set the right end of the drip tray into place then firmly snap both sides down Appliance can be used without Drip Tray however the Adjustable Food Sensor setting will not function without the Drip Tray Retractable Handheld Sealer Reservoir Empty Reservoir after each use Wash in warm soapy water Air dry before replacing IMPORTANT To remove Reservoir from Retractable Handheld Sealer While holding top portion by hose pull clear Reservoir down and off oO Zz lt C Lu l o Lu az lt www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 13 A s gt 2 A gt a a 14 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 thereby reducing oxidation which affects nutritional value flavor and overall quality Removing air can also inhibit growth of microorganisms which can cause problems under certain conditions Mold Easily identified by its fuzzy characteristic Mold cannot grow in a low oxygen environment therefore vacuum packaging c
15. de the chocolate and plain doughs each into 4 pieces shape each piece into ball Roll one ball plain dough into 12x6 inch rectangle on floured surface transfer to sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap Roll one ball chocolate dough into 12x6 inch rectangle on floured surface place on top of plain dough rectangle Tightly roll up jelly roll style starting at the wide end to form a 12 inch log If dough crumbles or breaks press back together and continue to roll Wrap in plastic wrap refrigerate 1 hour Repeat with remaining dough Preheat oven to 300 F Cut each log into 20 slices place on ungreased cookie sheets Bake 13 minutes or until set Cool on cookie sheets 5 minutes Remove to wire racks cool completely www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 21 22 SPINACH FETA TRIANGLES Makes 5 dozen appetizers Ingredients 1 4 cup olive oil 3 packages 10 ounces each frozen chopped 1 2 cup minced fresh parsley spinach thawed and well drained 1 2 cup chopped onion 1 package 16 ounces frozen phyllo dough thawed 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano 16 ounces feta cheese drained and crumbled 2 eggs 1 cup cup 2 sticks butter melted Salt and black pepper Cooking Directions Heat oil in small skillet over medium high heat Add onion cook and stir until golden brown Let stand 10 minutes Beat eggs in large bowl Stir in onion spinach cheese parsley and oregano Season with salt and pepper Unroll phyllo onto large sheet o
16. deseeccecessseecueoeueeccesouesvenseuvecesees 18 Recipes for your FoodSaver Appliance csssccsssccssssccsssccsssccesssecesssccssseceessneessseesssseeess 19 Wara D V i sis issel kane ETAT HE Wu e KU QEVE R E REW V WE Ru V u De diw W u NR K FU RU U CH OV KHAN 23 Important Tips 1 Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for the heat 7 When you are vacuum packaging items with sharp process of canning Perishables still need edges dry spaghetti silverware etc protect bag to be refrigerated or frozen from punctures by wrapping item in soft cushioning 2 For best results use only with FoodSaver Bags material such as a paper towel You may want to Containers and Accessories use a canister or Mason jar instead of a bag 3 During the vacuum packaging process small 8 When using accessories remember to leave one amounts of liquids crumbs or food particles can inch of space at top of canister or container be inadvertently pulled into the Vacuum Channel 9 Pre freeze fruits and blanch vegetables before Empty the Drip Tray after each use vacuum packaging for best results See Guidelines 4 Avoid overfilling always leave at least 4 inches for Vacuum Packaging section 10 16 centimeters of bag material between bag 10 120v Appliances Only The FoodSaver appliance contents and top of bag This allows room for the has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the bag material to cinch tightly
17. ears the FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing System has helped millions Register online at www foodsaver com register You ll have access to special sale items for online registrants only It s our thanks to you for being a FoodSaver brand customer of households keep food fresh longer in the refrigerator freezer and pantry The FoodSaver system is designed to remove air and extend freshness up to five times Questions f longer than conventional storage methods Contact customer service at Keep your FoodSaver appliance on your 877 777 8042 countertop and you ll soon discover or visit www foodsaver com its convenience and versatility a Do not return this product to place of purchase Features of Your FoodSaver Appliance A Controls and Indicator Lights D Seal Button Indicate current setting and vacuum CrushFree Instant Seal feature progress for added control Stops vacuum cycle and seals to prevent crushing delicate items E Vacuum Progress Display Green lights signal progression of vacuuming and sealing process All lights extinguish when the full process is finished F Tray Full Indicator Indicates when drip tray is full Empty to resume usage of appliance G Vacuum Channel Simply insert bag and B Retractable C PulseVac the FoodSaver appliance Handheld Sealer Control Feature does the rest Can be used with all Manually control FoodSaver Brand vacuum process for Acc
18. en contents and top of bag e Bag not inserted correctly Insert bag CURL DOWN Gently stretch bag flat while inserting Hold bag until Vacuum Pump starts Tray Full LED Flashing e Drip Tray has liquid or Drip Tray may be dirty Empty liquid clean Drip Tray and place back into appliance See Care and Cleaning on page 13 Handheld Sealer not sealing e Ensure zipper is firmly closed Slide fingers across entire zipper e Air valve is not on flat surface Reposition bag so the air valve lies flat on counter with no food under air valve Vacuum Nozzle and Air Valve are not making secure contact e Ensure Vacuum Nozzle is centered over the gray circle and placed flat on air valve Apply moderate pressure Air was removed from the bag but now air has re entered Examine zipper and valve of bag Food debris in zipper or valve may cause leakage and allow air to enter e Sometimes moisture or food material along seal edges of the zipper or beneath the valve prevents bag from sealing properly Wipe the inside of bag around zipper and beneath valve and attempt to reseal e If you are vacuum packaging sharp food items bag may have been punctured Use a new bag if there is a hole Cover sharp food items with a soft cushioning material such as a paper towel and reseal The FoodSaver Container will not vacuum e Make sure rubber gasket on inside of lid is free from food materials Examine rim of container f
19. essories including delicate items FreshSaver Zipper Bags H Power Cord Storage At bottom of unit www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 l Appliance Door Opens to access Built in Roll Holder and Cutter FEATURES J Built in Roll Holder For storage of FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing Rolls K Roll Cutter Bar Simplifies making custom sized bags L Bag Cutter M Auto Bag Sensing Simply insert open end of bag into the vacuum channel and the machine will sense and grasp the bag vacuum seal and shut off automatically N Extra wide Sealing Strip with Non stick Coating Provides extra secure air tight seal that s two times wider O Lower Gasket non removable P Removable Drip Tray Catches overflow liquids and contains Food Sensors to detect liquid www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 5 Control Panel of Your FoodSaver Appliance Retractable Handheld Sealer Indicator gt E m un r p G6 J nT RINAN Accessory Marinate PulseVac Tray Full each Seal Indicator Cancel Adjustable Seal Power Mode Mode Control Button Indicator Display Light Button Food Settings Button Button 2 9 9 ACCESSORY MODE BUTTON Press to achieve best vacuum for canisters and accessories Push Accessory Mode Button to begin vacuum proces
20. f waxed paper Cut crosswise into thirds Cover with plastic wrap and damp clean kitchen towel Brush one piece of phyllo with melted butter Fold in half lengthwise Brush with butter again Place rounded teaspoonful of filling at end of phyllo fold over one corner to make triangle Continue folding end over end as you would a flag keeping edges straight Brush with butter Repeat with remaining ingredients Preheat oven to 375 F Place triangles in single layer seam side down on ungreased baking sheet Bake 20 minutes or until lightly browned Serve warm www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 5 Year Limited Warranty Sunbeam Products Inc doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions or ifin Canada Sunbeam Corporation Canada Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions collectively JCS warrants that from the date of purchase this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship provided this product is used with FoodSaver bags and or rolls This Limited Five Year Warranty shall be effective from the of the original purchase date and shall expire five 5 years after the original purchase date Limited Warranty Period JCS at its option will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the Limited Warranty Period provided the defect is not caused by the use of any non FoodSaver branded bags and or rolls A replacement will be made with a new or remanuf
21. is Dry Food See page 7 for more information 4 Your new FoodSaver System Automatically Vacuums and Seals To Vacuum DO NOT PRESS THE SEAL BUTTON Using two hands slowly insert open end of bag curl down into Vacuum Channel G Fig 3 4 5 Continue to hold bag until vacuum pump starts You may now release bag The Vacuum Progress lights amp will illuminate w NOTE To prevent crushing delicate items you may Insert Bag press Seal Button D at any time to begin automatic Fig 4 Curl Downward sealing process 6 When red Seal Indicator Light turns off remove bag Fig 5 Refrigerate or freeze if needed NOTE Wait at least 20 seconds between seals to allow appliance to properly cool AUTOMATICALLY NOTE Appliance should be used in vertical orientation SEALS r Do Not Press Button and not laid on its back NOTE Appliance will time out after a couple of minutes Fig 5 if vacuum cannot be reached Go to www foodsaver com for additional hints tips instructional videos and information about how to purchase FoodSaver parts and accessories www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 9 OL MOH 10 Removing Air from a Bag Avoid wrinkles when inserting the bag into the Vacuum Channel G Wrinkles in seal may cause leakage and allow air to return into bag To eliminate any wrinkles while inserting bag gently slide bag curl down into the Vacuum Channel G and hold bag with two hands gently stretching
22. juicy foods press the Adjustable Food Settings Button until the Moist Indicator Light is illuminated Choose the dry food setting for foods without liquid The Moist Food Indicator light will flash when Food Sealing Sensors automatically detect any moisture or liquid in the drip tray P NOTE Appliance will default to Dry setting upon pressing the Power Button or when power has been interrupted unless liquid is detected in the Drip Tray See Care and Cleaning section of this User Manual on page 13 SEAL BUTTON This button has four uses 1 CrushFree Instant Seal feature Press to immediately stop the vacuum process and begin sealing the bag This prevents crushing delicate items such as bread cookies and pastries 2 Press to create a seal when making bags from a FoodSaver Roll 3 Press to create a seal on mylar type bags such as a potato chip bag to keep food sealed air tight 4 Press during PulseVac mode to seal bag POWER BUTTON Press the power button to begin The Power Indicator and Food Indicator lights will become illuminated After Vacuum Sealing press Power Button to turn appliance Off Note After 12 minutes of non use the appliance will turn Off automatically RETRACTABLE HANDHELD SEALER 1 Accessory Button 2 Marinate Button www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 FEATURES OL MOH How to Make a Bag from a FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing Roll 1 Open appliance door I and place rol
23. l Foods to Store Bag Accessory System 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 Do not vacuum package soft cheese Cheddar Swiss Refrigerator FoodSaver Bag 4 8 months 1 2 weeks Canister Parmesan Refrigerator FoodSaver Bag 4 8 months 1 2 weeks Canister Vegetables Do not vacuum package fresh mushrooms onions amp garlic Asparagus Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 3 years 8 months Broccoli Cauliflower Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 3 years 8 months Cabbage Brussels Freezer FoodSaver Bag 2 3 years 8 months Sprouts 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 Canister 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 Refrigerator FoodSaver Canister 1 week 1 3 days Blackberries Strawberries Refrigerator FoodSaver Canister 1 week 1 3 days Harder Berries Blueberries Refrigerator FoodSaver Canister 2 weeks 3 6 days Cranberries Refrigerator FoodSaver Canister 2 weeks 3 6 days Huckleberries Refrigerator FoodSaver Canister 2 weeks 3 6 days
24. l into Roll Holder Fig 1 Fig 1 For best results insert roll with material flap down 2 Lift up Roll Cutter Bar K and place bag material beneath the cutter bar Fig 2 3 Pull out enough bag material to hold item being vacuum sealed plus 4 inches 10 16 centimeters Fig 2 Lower the Roll Cutter Bar and slide Bag Cutter L across the Cutter Bar Fig 3 4 Press Seal Button D Red Seal Indicator Light will illuminate Fig 4 5 Using two hands slowly insert open end of bag curl down into Vacuum Channel G until clamp motor starts Fig 3 6 When red Seal Indicator Light turns off sealing is complete You may remove bag from the Vacuum Channel G 7 You now have one sealed end Fig 5 Fig 4 8 Now you are ready to vacuum seal with your new bag see next page Fig 5 www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 Insert Bag Curl Downward How to Vacuum Seal with FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing Bags 1 Begin with a FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing System Bag Fig 1 or create a bag as described in the How to Make a Bag from a Roll section on page 8 2 Place item s in bag allowing at least 4 inches 10 16cm of space between bag contents and top of bag Fig 1 The extra space is required to allow the bag to seal tightly Ha around contents Dy E55 Moist 3 OPTIONAL If you wish to customize the vacuum sealing process you may select Food Setting 6 Fig 2 Default setting
25. ld Use Only SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 Table of Contents important Safeguards si i4 rsxiks lke ke aE kec H NK l VR ARVAN EK N OK e WEN SEWE A US SA HUWE k HH KWE Haa HA 2 Welcome to FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing SyStem sccsscssssccssssccessscesssccssseccessscesssccesseees Features of Your FoodSaver Appliance csssccssssccsssccesssccesscccsssccsssccssseceesanssesecessseeesnes How to Make a Bag from a FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing Roll How to Vacuum Seal with FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing Bags REMOVING Aif from a Bag sidi Reba das EN 9 BERBA bU eb SR ku Wn n KUVE d eu b ea p s Q WAR Using FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing Accessories Using PulseVacTM Control Feature Emptying Drip Thay cvecciissacecestiscsececessdeesscenctveccvessnnecealecvesccedssnesesetdcveesctsseudcesbeccdssaseesatvevenstees Marinating with your FoodSaver Appliance ccsscccssscesssscssscccsssccesssscesseccessneeesseeesseeeess Care and ClO AMINE visi cscessisseeccuseceisicevesescsenscesucssnecveedconeuedessocesivessousesvescoves sseseudsecseesdevvedeesenves Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging Storage Guide Meat Cheese Vegetables Fruits 16 Storage Guide Baked Goods Coffee Snacks and Liquids 17 Trouble Shooting A sisesdscessccesssegecssssosseecscecectusaceaeesbecesteesdessawes
26. ly leave between contents and seal Simply cut sealed edge and remove cheese 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 Preparation Guidelines for Vegetables Vegetables need to be blanched before vacuum pack aging This process stops the enzyme action that could lead to loss of flavor color 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 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 When freezing vegetables it is best to pre freeze them for 1 2 hours or until solidly frozen www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 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 vegetable
27. or cracks or scratches Any gaps can prevent containers from vacuuming properly If you need further assistance e Call Consumer Services at 1 877 777 8042 e For additional tips and answers to frequently asked questions go to www foodsaver com Support aspx www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 H For additional delicious recipes using the Rec I pes FoodSaver system to prepare foods in advance for your FoodSaver Appli ance check our website www foodsaver com ORANGE ALMOND POUND CAKE Ingredients 3 cups all purpose flour sifted 1 2 teaspoon almond extract 1 cup 2 sticks butter softened 1 cup milk 1 2 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups sugar 1 tablespoon orange juice 1 2 teaspoon baking soda Starfruit slices strawberry slices and 2 eggs orange peel curls optional 1 2 teaspoon salt Cooking Directions Preheat oven to 350 F Grease and flour two 9x5 inch loaf pans Whisk flour baking powder baking soda and salt in medium bowl Combine milk and orange juice in small bowl Beat butter and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer at medium speed until light and fluffy Add eggs one at a time beating well after each addition Beat in almond extract and vanilla Add flour mixture alternately with milk mixture beating well after each addition Pour into prepared pans Bake 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted into centers comes out clean Cool in pans 10 minutes Remove to wire racks cool com
28. ort on accessory Twist tab while inserting to ensure a tight fit 3 Push Accessory Button to begin vacuum process Motor will run until vacuum process is complete To Marinate follow instructions found in Marinating with your FoodSaver Appliance section of this Guide on page 12 4 When motor turns off gently twist and remove Handheld Sealer from accessory NOTE if you are using a canister with large white knob rotate knob clockwise to the Closed position then gently twist and remove Handheld Sealer from accessory 5 To test vacuum simply tug on accessory lid It should not move 6 To retract Handheld Sealer while holding unit gently pull on hose end to allow hose to retract into appliance Do not release freely as it may damage the Handheld Sealer IMPORTANT When pulling hose Do Not extend beyond red line marked on hose www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 Using PulseVac Control Feature Use the PulseVac Control feature to manually NOTE If the vacuum pump Stops engaging after control the vacuum process and avoid crushing several pushes of the PulseVac Button delicate items it means the maximum vacuum has been reached Do not continue to push the 1 Place item s in bag allowing at least 4 inches 3 S 4 PulseVac Button 10 16 centimeters of space between bag contents and top of bag 5 Press Seal Button to seal the bag and end o TM j a 2 Press the PulseVac button
29. pletely Garnish with starfruit strawberries and orange peel TORTILLA SOUP Makes 4 servings Ingredients 2 teaspoons vegetable oil Tortilla chips broken into pieces T 1 cup shredded cooked chicken 2 cans about 14 ounces each chicken broth 1 2 cup chopped onion 1 small avocado diced LLI 2 teaspoons lime juice 1 can about 14 ounces diced tomatoes 1 clove garlic minced 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro Cooking Directions Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat Add onion and garlic cook and stir until onion is tender Add broth and tomatoes bring to a boil Reduce heat to low cover and simmer 15 minutes Add chicken and lime juice simmer 5 minutes Top soup with tortilla chips avocado and cilantro www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 19 S 4d1944 20 GARLIC PORK WITH ROASTED RED POTATOES Ingredients Nonstick cooking spray 6 new potatoes scrubbed and quartered 1 2 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 2 teaspoon garlic powder Cooking Directions 1 2 teaspoon salt 1 pound pork tenderloin 1 2 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil Preheat oven to 425 F Coat 1339 inch baking pan with cooking spray Combine paprika and garlic powder in small bowl sprinkle evenly over pork Coat large skillet with cooking spray heat over medium high heat Brown pork 3 minutes per side Transfer to baking pan Add oil potatoes and oregano to skillet toss to coat Arrange potatoes around pork
30. r Rest Cycle 9 To preserve food safely after completing the marinating cycle the appliance will signal with short beeps to indicate your Quick Marinate Cycle is completed Press any button Fig 3 to silence the signal You may now cook or refrigerate your marinated food 10 To use the Quick Marinating Canister for extended vacuum storage beyond the short Marinate Cycle Rotate knob to er y e ED Vacuum Canister position connect the Accessory hose as above and select the Accessory Mode from the control panel When motor turns off rotate knob clockwise to the Closed position then gently twist and remove Retractable Handheld Sealer from accessory 12 www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 Care and Cleaning To Clean Appliance Press Power Button and remove Power Cord from electrical outlet Do not immerse in liquid Push In PA Tabs Slide out Drip Tray Drawer P Remove Drip Tray for cleaning by pulling up on the two side tabs Check Lower Gasket 0 around Drip Tray P to make sure it is free from food materials Do not attempt to remove gaskets zz Slide out drawer to Le In access Drip Tray Antibacterial Drip Tray aa Empty Drip Tray after each use Wash in warm soapy water or place in top rack of dishwasher Remove All Food The Adjustable Food Sensors in the Drip Tray P _ Around Gaskets will not function correctly if liquid is allowed to remain in Drip Tr
31. s Motor will run until Vacuum Sealing Process is complete MARINATE MODE BUTTON A ten minute predetermined sequence of vacuum pulse to rest ratio allowing foods to get optimum flavor infusion in the least amount of time See Marinating with your FoodSaver Appliance section on page 12 PulseVac CONTROL BUTTON Use to manually control the vacuum process and avoid crushing delicate items See Using PulseVac Control Feature section on page 11 for further information TRAY FULL INDICATOR LIGHT During the vacuum sealing process small amounts of liquids crumbs or food particles can be inadvertently pulled into the Drip Tray P When excess liquid fills the Drip Tray the unit will turn off and the Tray Full Indicator will activate To resume normal operation remove the Drip Tray empty liquid wash in warm soapy water or place in top rack of dishwasher Dry completely and place Drip Tray back into appliance See Care and Cleaning on page 13 VACUUM PROGRESS DISPLAY Displays vacuum levels as the bag or canister is evacuated SEAL INDICATOR LIGHT Constant Red light indicates sealing process is engaged Flashing light indicates error See Trouble Shooting Section on page 18 for more information CANCEL BUTTON Immediately halts the current function and opens the Vacuum Channel 6 www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 ADJUSTABLE FOOD SETTINGS BUTTON For optimal vacuuming and sealing of moist or
32. s in a FoodSaver Bag After they have been vacuum packaged return them to the freezer IMPORTANT Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria Fresh mushrooms onions amp garlic should never be vacuum packaged Preparation Guidelines for 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 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 package fruit in a FoodSaver Bag After they have been vacuum packaged return them to the freezer You can vacuum package portions for baking or in your favorite combinations for easy fruit salad all year round If storing in the refrigerator we recommend using a FoodSaver Canister Preparation Guidelines for Baked Goods 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
33. t be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express implied or statutory warranty or condition Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law any implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty JCS disclaims all other warranties conditions or representations express implied statutory or otherwise JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase use or misuse of or inability to use the product including incidental special consequential or similar damages or loss of profits or for any breach of contract fundamental or otherwise or for any claim brought against purchaser by any other party Some provinces states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from province to province state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction How to Obtain Warranty Service In the U S A If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service please call 1 877 777 8042 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you In Canada If you have any question regarding this warranty or
34. unds Cooking Directions Whisk oil and vinegar in medium glass bowl Place steak in FoodSaver Quick Marinator spread with garlic Sprinkle 1 2 teaspoon salt and 1 2 teaspoon pepper over steak Spoon 2 tablespoons vinegar mixture over steak Place lid on container Turn knob to Open Marinate and attach Accessory Hose Press Marinate Button When the 12 minute cycle is complete remove hose and open lid Meanwhile add tomatoes olives basil remaining 1 4 teaspoon salt and 1 4 teaspoon pepper to bowl mix well Set aside Prepare grill for direct cooking over medium high heat Remove steak from marinade discard marinade Grill steak 5 minutes per side for medium rare doneness Transfer steak to carving board Tent with foil let stand 5 minutes Cut steak diagonally across grain into thin slices Serve with tomato salsa mixture CHOCOLATE PINWHEELS Makes 3 1 2 dozen cookies Ingredients 2 cups 4 sticks unsalted butter softened 1 4 cup packed light brown sugar 4 cups all purpose flour 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa 1 cup powdered sugar 1 2 teaspoon salt 1 2 cup semisweet chocolate chips melted Cooking Directions RECIPES Beat butter powdered sugar brown sugar and salt in large bowl with electric mixer at medium speed 2 minutes or until light and fluffy Gradually add flour beating well after each addition Reserve one half of dough Add melted chocolate and cocoa to remaining dough beat until well blended Divi
35. vacuum package for later use Preparation Guidelines for Coffee and Powdery Foods To prevent food particles from being drawn into vacuum pump place a coffee filter or paper towel at top of bag or canister before vacuum packaging You can also place the food in its original bag inside a FoodSaver Bag or use a FoodSaver Universal Lid with the original container to vacuum package Preparation Guidelines for 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 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 170 F 75 C To vacuum package non carbonated bottled liquids you can use a FoodSaver Bottle Stopper with the original container Remember to leave at least one inch of room between contents and bottom of Bottle Stopper You can re seal bottles after each use 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 and top rack dishwasher safe The lightweight containers will be ready to head off to the office or school when you are Preparation Guidelines for Snack Foods Your sn
36. would like to obtain warranty service please call 1 877 804 5383 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you In the U S A this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products Inc doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions located in Boca Raton Florida 33431 In Canada this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation Canada Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions located at 20 B Hereford Street Brampton Ontario L6Y oM1 If you have any other problem or claim in connection with this product please write our Consumer Service Department PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE WARRANTY www foodsaver com 1 877 777 8042 23 FoodSaver THE 1 VACUUM SEALING SYSTEM Registering your appliance is quick and easy at www prodregister com foodsaver If you register on our website you will have the opportunity to receive special bag and accessory introductory offers Refer to the registration card inside the box For important safety information and helpful tips please visit us at www foodsaver com to get tips on vacuum sealing and order FoodSaver brand accessories bags and rolls or call 1 877 777 8042 U S 2013 Sunbeam Products Inc doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions All rights reserved Distributed by Sunbeam Products Inc doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions Boca Raton Florida 33431 Printed in China SPRO50213 204 P N 166926
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