Home Vacuum Packaging System GameSaver™ User Guide VS9000
Contents Important Safeguards 1 Vacuum Packaging Tips 2 VS9000 FoodSaver GameSaver™ 3 12 Volt Important Instructions 5 Using your FoodSaver® GameSaver™ 6 ® ake a bag with FoodSaver® rolls M Vacuum seal with FoodSaver® bags Vacuum seal with FoodSaver® accessories Seal only Food Preparation & Safety Tips 10 Care and Cleaning Instructions 11 Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging 12 Preservation Guidelines 15 Troubleshooting 17
Important Safeguards 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.
Vacuum Packaging tips When Vacuum Packaging: 1. Vacuum packaging is NOT a substitute for refrigeration. 2. Use only FoodSaver® bags, rolls and containers. 3. During the vacuum packaging process, small amounts of liquids, crumbs or food particles can be inadvertently pulled into the Vacuum Channel. Empty the Drip Tray after each use. 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.
VS9000 FoodSaver® GameSaver™ B C A H G F E D A. Accessory Storage Compartment – Stores Accessory Hose. E. Sealing Strip – Provides extra secure, airtight seal that’s two times wider. B. Bag Cutter on Lid – Simplifies making custom-sized bags. F. Foam Gasket – Make sure this is correctly positioned to ensure proper vacuum sealing. C. Built-in Roll Storage – For storage of FoodSaver® Rolls and Bags. G. Removable Drip Tray – Large size helps to catch overflow liquids. D.
L K J O I M N P I. Carry Handle – Allows easy transportation of the appliance. J. Power Cord Storage – On back side of appliance. K. 12V DC Adaptor Port – Allows appliance to run off 12 Volt DC power. L. Rubber Feet for Vertical Storage – Space-saving feature allows appliance to be stored vertically. 4 M. Seal Button – The Seal button has three uses: 1. Press to create a seal when making bags from a FoodSaver® Roll. 2. Press to immediately stop the vacuum process and begin sealing the bag.
12 Volt Important Instructions 1. Make sure vehicle has a 12V receptacle circuit and fuse has a rating of 10 amps or higher. Refer to your vehicle’s owners manual. 2. Plug 12 Volt DC adaptor into the appliance first. 3. Plug 12 Volt DC adaptor into the 12V power outlet. 4. When appliance is powered by 12 Volt DC, unit will take slightly longer to vacuum and seal than using standard 240 volt AC power. Note: Do not plug unit into 12 Volt DC and wall outlet mains at the same time.
Using your FoodSaver® GameSaver™ How to make a Bag from a FoodSaver® Roll 1. O pen Lid and pull bag material over the Sealing Strip. (Fig. 1) Fig. 1 2. Close and Latch Lid. (Fig.2) Fig. 2 3. Press Seal Button. (Fig.3) Fig. 3 4. When Red Progress Light turns off, sealing is complete. Unlock latch and lift lid. (Fig.4) Fig. 4 Fig. 5 5. Pull out desired bag length, Close Appliance Lid, and slide Bag Cutter across the roll. Make sure you leave 3” of space at top for room to vacuum seal. (Fig.
How to Vacuum Seal FoodSaver® Bags 1. B egin with a FoodSaver® Bag (or create a bag as described on page 6). 2. P lace item(s) in bag, allowing at least 7.5cm of space between bag contents and top of bag (Fig. 1). The extra space is required to allow the bag to seal tightly around contents. Fig. 1 3in (7.6cm) Fig. 2 3. O pen Appliance Lid and place open end of bag curl side down into the Drip Tray. (Fig. 2) Fig. 3 4.
Using your FoodSaver® GameSaver™ continued Tips on sealing & vacuuming a bag Make sure you've securely locked the FoodSaver® appliance lid. When making a bag from a roll, place bag material on the sealing strip, close and lock the lid. Prevent moisture or liquid from being pulled into the Vacuum Channel or trapped in the seal. For very moist or wet foods either use Seal only, or pre-freeze for 1-2 hours before vacuum packaging.
Vacuum Packaging with Accessories FoodSaver® Container or Bottle Stoppers 1. P repare container or bottle stopper according to FoodSaver® Accessory Guidelines, which are included with accessory purchases. 2. Insert one end of Accessory Hose into Accessory Port on appliance. Insert other end into port on accessory. Twist tab on Accessory Hose while inserting to ensure a tight fit. (Fig. 1) Fig.
Food Preparation & Safety Tips 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.
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 Remove from appliance for easy clean. Clean drip tray in warm soapy water. FoodSaver® Accessories 1.
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. This reduces oxidation, which affects nutritional value, flavour and overall quality. Removing air can also inhibit growth of micro organisms, which can cause problems under certain conditions such as mould, yeast and bacteria.
Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging continued Vacuum Packaging Vegetables: It is recommended that vegetables are blanched before vacuum packaging. This process stops the enzyme action that could lead to loss of flavour, colour and texture. Vacuum Packaging Leafy Vegetables: For best results, use a container 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 container and vacuum package. Store in refrigerator.
Guidelines for Vacuum Packaging continued Vacuum Packaging Coffee and Powdery Foods: To prevent food particles from being drawn into vacuum pump, place a coffee filter or paper towel inside the bag, above the coffee and below the top of the bag, before vacuum packaging. You can also place the food in its original bag inside a FoodSaver® Bag. Vacuum Packaging Liquids: Using a FoodSaver® Container is the easiest way to vacuum seal liquids.
Preservation Guidelines Foods Where to Store Recommended FoodSaver® Accessory Storage Life with FoodSaver® Vacuum Packaging System Normal Storage Life Meat Freezer FoodSaver® Bag 2-3 years 6 months Ground Meat Freezer FoodSaver® 1 year 4 months Poultry Freezer FoodSaver® Bag 2-3 years 6 months 2 years 6 months Beef, Pork, Lamb Fish Freezer Bag ® FoodSaver Bag Hard Cheeses Cheddar, Swiss Refrigerator FoodSaver® Bag, Container 4-8 months 1-2 weeks Parmesan Refrigerator FoodSave
Preservation Guidelines continued Foods Where to Store Recommended FoodSaver® Accessory Storage Life with FoodSaver® Vacuum Packaging System Normal Storage Life Baked Goods Freezer FoodSaver® Bag Almonds, Peanuts Pantry FoodSaver® Bag, Container 2 years 6 months Sunflower Seeds Pantry FoodSaver® Bag, Container 2 years 6 months Freezer FoodSaver® Bag 6 months Coffee Beans Pantry FoodSaver® Ground Coffee Freezer FoodSaver® Bag Bagels, Bread, Pastries 1-3 years 6-12 months Nuts Cof
Troubleshooting Problem Red Seal LED flashing Solution • Unit is overheated, wait for 20 minutes for unit to cool down • I f trying to seal an end of a roll to make a bag, make sure the bag is on the seal strip • I f storing unit, make sure that latch is in Store position and not Closed position. If in Closed position for extended period of time the gaskets become compressed.
Problem Air was removed from the bag, but has come back into the bag Solution • L eaks along the seal can be caused by wrinkles, crumbs, grease or liquids. Reopen bag, wipe the top inside of the bag and smooth it out along the sealing strip before resealing. • T he release of natural gases or fermentation from foods, (such as fresh fruits and vegetables) may have occurred. Most vegetables require blanching prior to vacuum packing. See page 14 for more details.
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