Page 3 - Contents
Important Safeguards 4 Important Tips 5 Features of your FoodSaver ® VAC700 6 Using your FoodSaver ® VAC700 8 How to Vacuum Package using FoodSaver ® Canisters, Bottle Stoppers & Deli Containers 11Care and Cleaning Instructions 13 Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items 14 Food Preparation and Storage G...
Page 4 - Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions; Important Safeguards
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions 1. Do not use the appliance on wet or hot surfaces, or near a heat source. 2. Do not immerse any part of the appliance, supply cord or plug in water or other liquid. 3. To disconnect, unplug the supply cord from the electrical outlet. Do not disconnect by pulling on the ...
Page 5 - Important Tips
When Vacuum Packaging: 1. Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration. 2. Use ONLY bags, rolls and canisters manufactured by FoodSaver ® . 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 freez...
Page 8 - Using your FoodSaver
8 Using your FoodSaver ® VAC700 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. Open appliance lid and place roll into Roll Storage Compartment. For best results, insert roll with material flap down. N...
Page 11 - How to Vacuum Package using FoodSaver
11 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. Bottle Stoppers: insert the Bottle Stopper into the neck of the ...
Page 13 - Care and Cleaning Instructions
13 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 ...
Page 16 - Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging
16 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 an...
Page 17 - Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging continued
17 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 ingredi...
Page 18 - Preservation Guidelines
18 Preservation Guidelines Foods Where to Store Recommended FoodSaver ® Storage Storage Life with FoodSaver ® 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 Fi...
Page 19 - Preservation Guidelines continued
19 Preservation Guidelines continued Foods Where to Store Recommended FoodSaver ® Container Storage Life with FoodSaver ® Normal Storage Life Baked Goods Bagels, Bread, Pastries Freezer FoodSaver ® Bag 1-3 years 6-12 months Nuts Almonds, Peanuts Pantry FoodSaver ® Bag, Canister 2 years 6 months Sunf...
Page 20 - Troubleshooting
20 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 dam...
Page 21 - Notes
Page 23 - 2 Month Replacement Guarantee
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. On receipt of your claim, Sunbeam will seek ...
Page 24 - Need help with your appliance?
© 2012 Sunbeam Products Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions. All rights reserved. Foodsaver ® is a registered trademark of Sunbeam Products, Inc. Some images and text are copyrighted.Made in China.Due to minor changes in design or otherwise, the product may differ from the one shown in ...