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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
Wipe out with clean cloth to clean tray.

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.  All FoodSaver

®

 Canister and Deli 

Container bases (but not the lids) may be 
washed in the dishwasher. FoodSaver

®

 

Canister lids and Deli Container lids 
(white) are NOT dishwasher safe.

3.  The FoodSaver

®

 Canister base (clear) 

and Deli Container base 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.

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.
NOTE: FoodSaver

®

 Canisters and FoodSaver

®

 

Deli Containers are sold separately.

Summary of Contents for FoodSaver VAC430

Page 1: ...Home Vacuum Packaging System Instruction Booklet VAC430 VS4300 Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...8 How to Vacuum Package using FoodSaver Canisters Bottle Stoppers Deli Containers 9 Care and Cleaning Instructions 11 Vacuum Packaging Non Food Items 12 Food Preparation and Storage Guide 13 Guidelin...

Page 4: ...r 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 If the supply...

Page 5: ...ish 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 smoo...

Page 6: ...the vacuum process is in operation and hands can be removed from the Press Hold areas on the lid Release Cancel Button Press this button to open the lid after the vacuum and sealing process is finishe...

Page 7: ...FoodSaver Canisters Deli Containers and Bottle Stoppers Sealing Light Indicator The red sealing light indicates that the sealing process is in operation PRESS HOLD Areas Press and hold on these areas...

Page 8: ...with the palms of your hands See figure 2 The motor will start Continue to press and hold until the green auto vacuum indicator light illuminates See figure 3 You may now remove your hands from the li...

Page 9: ...old icons on both sides of the lid and press firmly with the palms of your hands See figure 6 The motor will start Continue to press and hold until the green auto vacuum indicator light illuminates Yo...

Page 10: ...ting If it does unplug appliance wait 20 minutes to allow appliance to cool off Check for wrinkles in the bag along the Sealing Strip Wrinkles in seal may cause leakage and allow air to come back into...

Page 11: ...ert the Bottle Stopper into the neck of the bottle Leave at least 2 5 cm between the contents and the rim Insert one end of the Accessory Hose into the Accessory Port on your FoodSaver appliance Inser...

Page 12: ...aver Canister To open press and hold down the grey rubber button in the centre of the lid This will release the vacuum a hissing sound can be heard as the air rushes in How to Remove the FoodSaver Bot...

Page 13: ...re 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 access...

Page 14: ...ack For painting vacuum package your wet paint brush between coats rather than washing out Particularly useful for oil based paints that require mineral turpentine to clean up Vacuum package your food...

Page 15: ...can grow with or without air Refrigeration slows the growth of yeast and freezing stops it completely Bacteria Frequently results in discoloration soft or slimy texture and or an unpleasant odour Clo...

Page 16: ...to pre freeze them for 1 2 hours or until solidly frozen 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...

Page 17: ...re seal bottles after each use Preparation Guidelines for Snack Foods Your snack foods will maintain their freshness longer when you vacuum package them For best results use a FoodSaver Canister for c...

Page 18: ...g 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...

Page 19: ...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 1 years 5 6 months Dry Foods Be...

Page 20: ...a leak Reseal or use another bag Open bag and dry wipe at top end of bag Ensure no food particles are in around top of bag Air was removed from the bag but has come back into the bag Leaks along the...

Page 21: ...ches Any gaps can prevent a vacuum from forming Make sure you aren t filling the canister too full prior to vacuum packaging Always leave at least 7 5cm between the contents and the lid The FoodSaver...

Page 22: ...Notes...

Page 23: ...guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law and under the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act In Australia you are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and...

Page 24: ...ted ABN 45 000 006 771 Sunbeam Corporation is a division of GUD Holdings Ltd www sunbeam com au Units 5 6 13 Lord St Botany NSW 2019 Australia Unit 3 Building D 26 Vestey Drive Mt Wellington Auckland...

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