User Manual Food Dehydrator MODEL: CCD100W6 1. READ these instructions carefully before installing and operating the appliance. Keep them for further reference. 2. Record in the space below the “SERIAL/MODEL NUMBER” found on the back or bottom of your appliance and retain this information for future reference. SERIAL NUMBER: MODEL NUMBER: DATE OF PURCHASE: Save and staple your sales receipt to your manual for warranty coverage.
CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Instructions........................................................................................................................................... 3 Polarized Plug.............................................................................................................................................................................4 SET UP & USE Parts & Features..............................................................................................
SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER DANGER - Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death WARNING WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death CAUTION CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, and injury t
SAFETY INFORMATION POLARIZED PLUG This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, the plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY THE PLUG IN ANY WAY. WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
SET UP & USE PARTS & FEATURES Lid Detachable Trays Base Power / Temperature Selector Control BEFORE FIRST TIME USE • Remove all packaging from the appliance. • Check that your mains voltage corresponds with that stated on the appliances rating label. • Wash the lid and tray sections of the appliance in warm soapy water. The base should be cleaned with a damp cloth CAUTION: Do not wash or immerse the base in water.
SET UP & USE TO BEGIN USE 1. Place the food flat on the trays. Do not completely cover the bottom of the tray as this will stop the air circulation. Overloading the trays or placing the food on top of each other will reduce the efficiency of the dehydrator. A B NOTE: T he food dehydrator offers two options for setting tray heights. To set the lower (default) height of 0.6 Inch (1.5cm), place the trays on top of each other as shown in A.
SET UP & USE DEHYDRATION GUIDE PRINCIPLES OF DEHYDRATION There are no absolutes and quite a few variables in food dehydration. The best way to become proficient is to experiment using this booklet as a guideline and then adjusting your drying technique according to your results. Record keeping is helpful in food dehydration. Records of weight of produce before and after the dehydration, length of time required for drying, etc., can be useful information in attaining a good quality product.
SET UP & USE PRETREATING Enzymes in fruit and vegetables are responsible for color and fl avor changes during ripening. These changes will continue during drying and storage unless the produce is pretreated to slow down enzyme activity. Blanching can be used in the pretreatment of vegetables, as it helps set color and hastens drying by relaxing tissues. Blanching may also prevent undesirable changes in fl avor during storage, and improve reconstitution during cooking.
SET UP & USE RECONSTITUTING FOODS All dehydrated foods need to be reconstituted. Most fruits are actually preferable in their dried form. Most vegetables, however, are most taste-tempting when reconstituted. To reconstitute vegetables for cooking, merely wash product in clean water, then place in an amount of cold, unsalted water and cover. Soak 2 to 8 hours, if possible, then cook in same water used for soaking. Add more water if necessary.
SET UP & USE One cup of dried fruit reconstitutes to about 1 1/2 cups. Add water just to cove the fruit; more can be added later if needed. One to eight hours are required to reconstitute most fruits, depending on fruit type, size of pieces, and water temperature. (Hot water takes less time). Over-soaking will produce a loss of fl avor. To cook reconstituted fruit, cover and simmer in the soak water. Dried or reconstituted fruits and vegetables can be used in a variety of ways.
SET UP & USE PACKING AND STORAGE Fruits cut into a wide range of sizes should be allowed to “sweat” or condition for a week after drying to equalize the moisture among the pieces before placing in longterm storage. Place fruit in a non-aluminum, non-plastic container and put in a dry, well-ventilated and protected area. Dried foods should be thoroughly cooled before packing. Package in small amounts so that food can be used soon after containers have been opened.
SET UP & USE DRYING TABLE FOR FRUITS The times are approximate. Your drying times will vary with room temperature, humidity, moisture content of the food and how thinly the food is sliced. The presence of natural juices in food will also vary. Some fruit sugars tend to be sticker than others. Dry best at 135˚F / 57˚C . Adjust temperatures as needed. FRUIT DRYNESS TEST TIME Pare, core and cut in slices or rings. Dip in pretreatment for 2 minutes. Drain and place on tray. Pliable 4 – 10 hrs.
SET UP & USE DRYING TABLE FOR VEGETABLES The times are approximate. Your drying times will vary with room temperature, humidity, moisture content of the food and how thinly the food is sliced. The presence of natural juices in food will also vary. Dry best at 125˚F / 52˚C . Adjust temperatures as needed. VEGETABLE DRYNESS TEST TIME Cut hearts into 1/8“ strips. Boil 5-8 minutes in 3/4 cup water containing 1 tablespoonful lemon juice. Brittle 4 – 8 hrs. Wash and cut into 1“ pieces.
CLEANING AND CARE CLEANING THE UNIT Before cleaning switch off the appliance and remove the mains plug from the wall socket. Clean with a soft, dry or damp cloth, if required with a neutral detergent. Do not use any abrasive cleaning agents, scourers etc. to clean the appliance. Wash the drying trays and top lid in hot water, clean with neutral detergent, rinse in potable water and let them dry. Switch the appliance on without any food inside and let it operate for minimum of 4 hours.
TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Commercial Chef brand is used under license. Any repair, replacement, or warranty service, and all questions about this product should be directed to W Appliance Co. at 1 (855) 8550294 from the USA or Puerto Rico. W Appliance Co. warrants to the original purchaser that the product will be free from defects in material, parts and workmanship for the period designated for this product.
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