ICCA Dubai | Abu Dhabi Equipment Training Booklet

Aligning the bag with the sealing bar Air is drawn out of the bag The bar heats up and seals the bag Equipment Training: Vacuum Sealer Aim: Understand the proper way to use equipment in a safe and efficient manner Vacuum Sealer Practical Application: 1. Helps preserve food quality: It removes the air that surrounds the food so it helps prevent bacterial growth and keeps the freshness for a longer period of time 2. Saves time and labour: The food can be pre portioned into individual bags and is usually used for sous vide cooking. This does 2 things; it helps keep portion control in check and allows for easy high volume cooking. 3. Saves money in the long run Food that is vacuum packed usually has a long shelf life and it increases the usability of the product for a longer period of time. What is it, how do you use it? A vacuum sealer helps remove air from around the food product and seals it within a bag using a heated seal to fuse the sides of the bag to prevent leakage. Safety Aspects: When you fill a vacuum bag it is important to fill it up only ¾‘s of the way up to avoid the pressure from building and the bag bursting. How do you take care of it? It is important to clean it properly and dry it well. Each model will be slightly different and they all come with manuals that clearly state how it can be cleaned.

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