Belifu SU-804A, Operation Manual

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on the day it was 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.
FOOD PREPARATION AND REHEATING TIPS
Thawing and Reheating Vacuum - Sealed Foods
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Always thaw foods in either refrigerator or microwave ‐ do not thaw perishable foods at room
temperature.
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To reheat foods in a microwave in a Belifu 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 Belifu Bag. You can also reheat foods in Belifu Bags by placing them in water at a low simmer below
170°F (75°C).
Preparation Guidelines for Hard Cheeses:
To keep cheese fresh, vacuum seal it after each use. Make your Belifu Bag extra ‐ long, allowing one inch of bag
material for each time you plan to open and reseal in addition to the 3 ‐ inch room you normally leave between
contents and seal. Simply cut sealed edge and remove cheese. When you are 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.
Preparation Guidelines for Meat and Fish:
 For best results, pre ‐ freeze meat and fish for 1 ‐ 2 hours before vacuum sealing in a Belifu Bag. This helps
retain the juice and shape and guarantees a better seal.
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If it is 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 Vegetables:
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Vegetables need to be blanched before vacuum sealing. 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.