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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DEHYDRATOR

LIST OF COMPONENTS

1. On/Off switch

2. Variable Temperature Control Dial

3. Door

4. Dehydrating Trays (NOT DISHWASHER SAFE)

5. Door Latch

6. Non-stick drip sheet (Not Pictured)

PREPARING YOUR DEHYDRATOR FOR USE

USING YOUR DEHYDRATOR

FIRST TIME USE / CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove the appliance from its packaging. Make sure all parts are present and

undamaged. Save packaging if needed or dispose of waste properly.

2. Thoroughly HAND wash the trays with warm soapy water and dry completely.

TRAYS ARE NOT DISHWASHER SAFE. Do not submerse base of appliance in

water. Do not let water get into the fan area.

3. Place appliance on at, stable surface such as a table or bench. One by one,

add trays to the dehydrator making sure that they are all securely in place.

4. Turn ON/OFF switch to the ON position. Set temperature dial to 90 degrees,

and allow unit to run for 45 minutes. This will remove any moisture inside still

present from the initial cleaning.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Make sure the power switch is turned to OFF.

2. Place the appliance on a dry, clean surface away from children, pets and

ammable liquids.

3. Plug the appliance into a standard wall outlet. Make sure the electrical outlet

is not damaged. Position the appliance at least 6 inches from any wall or

object to allow for proper air ow.

4. Make sure all packaging materials have been removed from appliance.

5. Turn the power switch to ON. The dehydrator will begin to heat up quickly.

6. Preheat the appliance for 15 minutes prior to loading trays into the unit.

7. Follow recipes and preparation guidelines for the food you want to dehydrate.

8. Remove any excess marinade or liquid from the food. Excess liquid will

increase dehydrating time, pat dry with a clean paper towel.

9. Use hand protection when sliding trays out for loading the food. Allow ¼”

to ½” between the food pieces for air circulation and even drying.

10. Slide the trays carefully back into the dehydrator, using two hands if needed.

11. Latch the dehydrator door to ensure that the appliance will work properly.

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Summary of content (5 pages)

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DEHYDRATOR PREPARING YOUR DEHYDRATOR FOR USE LIST OF COMPONENTS FIRST TIME USE / CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 1. On/Off switch 1. Remove the appliance from its packaging. Make sure all parts are present and undamaged. Save packaging if needed or dispose of waste properly. 2. Variable Temperature Control Dial 2. Thoroughly HAND wash the trays with warm soapy water and dry completely. TRAYS ARE NOT DISHWASHER SAFE. Do not submerse base of appliance in water.
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(continued from previous page) 12. Set the temperature by adjusting the knob on the top of the appliance. 13. Check your food after six hours. Check again every two hours until desired dehydration has taken place. Drying time can depend on several factors; air temperature, size/thickness of food, and humidity can affect the amount of time it takes for the food to be dried. 14. If moisture collects on the top of food surfaces, pat dry with a clean paper towel. PREPARATION OF FOODS DEHYDRATING TIPS 1.
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(continued from previous page) 18. It is best to select the freshest, highest quality foods available to dehydrate. That is the beauty of dehydration—preserving the best! 19. Immature fruits and vegetables will not have the great flavor of fully ripened foods. 20. Foods high in sugar (like certain fruits) will darken during the dehydration process, and that is normal. If desired, you can soak foods to be dried in lemon or pineapple juice to help lessen this effect, and add flavor.
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(continued from previous page) 3. To Steam Blanch: Bring a large pot filled 75% with water to a boil. Place your vegetables in a colander or basket and place carefully in the pot, ensuring that there is a small gap for the steam to enter. Cover with a lid. See vegetable drying guidelines chart located in this Care and Use Guide. 4. After blanching for the recommended amount of time, immediately place the vegetables in cold water to stop the cooking process.
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FRUIT DRYING GUIDELINES (continued) VEGETABLE DRYING GUIDELINES (continued) Preparation Pretreatment Necessary Average Drying Time Pears Peel, core and slice 1/8" thick. Yes 5-13 hours Pineapple Peel, core and slice 3/8" thick. No 4-12 hours Prunes/Plums Quarter or halve and discard pit. No 8-15 hours Trim and throw away leaves. Cut into 1/8" slices. No Remove top. Slice 3/8" thick. No Fruit Rhubarb Strawberries 4-12 hours Cut in 3/4" to 1" pieces.