Use and Care Manual
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GENERAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Read all instructions.
2. Always ensure that the appliance is properly assembled and safely set up before use.
3. DO NOT block air vents. Keep appliance an appropriate distance away from walls, curtains or other objects to allow for
proper air circulation. DO NOT use your dehydrator in conned spaces.
4. DO NOT use near combustibles or aerosol cans. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or on a heated oven.
5. DO NOT attempt to dehydrate any liquids, very ne powder that will turn into dust, glass or metal. Never pour liquids
into the appliance.
6. DO NOT operate the appliance on ammable surfaces such as carpeting and wood oors.
7. DO NOT place on top of or underneath any other appliance.
8. DO NOT leave the appliance unattended if it can be switched on and operated.
9. It is IMPORTANT to monitor the appliance while in use. NEVER leave the appliance unattended.
10. CAUTION: Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children or persons with certain
disabilities. Set up and store the appliance out of reach of children. When not in use, store device in a secure and dry place
out of reach of children.
11. The appliance must be connected to an 120V AC electric supply only.
12. For your safety, this unit is equipped with a 2-pronged polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the
risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to t into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully into the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
13. Do not operate with a damaged cord or plug, after the unit malfunctions, has been damaged in any way or if appliance
has been immersed in water or other liquid. Return unit to LEM Products for assessment and repair.
14. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking o parts.
15. First plug cord into the wall outlet then turn control to “ON”. To disconnect, turn control to “o”, then remove plug from
wall outlet.
16. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter, contact sharp edges or touch hot surfaces.
17. Indoor use only. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, never immerse the device in water/liquid and do not
expose the device to rain or moisture. WARNING: In the event the device should fall into water, remove the plug from the
wall socket before attempting to remove the unit from the water. If submergence occurs, have the appliance examined by
an authorized technician before use.
18. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, DO NOT use the appliance if your hands are wet or if you are standing on a
wet oor. DO NOT use the appliance if it is wet or moist. DO NOT operate this device with wet hands or bare feet.
DO NOT operate near running water.
19. The appliance is designed exclusively for domestic use and not for commercial purposes.
20. Use the appliance with the supplied accessories only. WARNING: Do not use appliance for other than intended use. The
use of attachments/accessories not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause injury, damage to personal
property, and may void your warranty.
21. WARNING: DO NOT use while under the inuence of alcohol or drugs (prescription or non-prescription) as these may
impair user’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate the appliance.
22. Use appliance on a level, stable surface to prevent tipping. Never move the appliance while unit is in use.
23. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Some surfaces may become very hot during use! Serious injury may
result! DO NOT move the dehydrator while hot. Allow the appliance to cool before handling.
24. NEVER put your ngers or other foreign objects such as spoons, knives or any other kitchen utensils into the air vents
while in operation. It may cause physical harm such as a burn, electric shock or even a re.
25. The manufacturer declines any responsibility in the case of improper use of this product. Improper use of this product
voids the warranty.
26. Use of an extension cord is not recommended. However if it is necessary to use an extension cord, ensure that the
extension cord is equal to or greater than the power consumption of the appliance to avoid overheating.
27.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Food Drying Guide, Vegetables at 122-131°F
FOOD PREPARATION TEST TIME
Asparagus
Wash & cut into 1” pieces.
Crunchy
4-6 hrs.
Beans, Green
or Waxed
Wash; remove ends, cut into 1” pieces. Crunchy
9-12 hrs.
Broccoli
Wash & trim. Cut stems into ¼” pieces. Dry florets
whole.
Crunchy 10-14 hrs.
Cabbage
Wash & trim. Cut into ⅛” slices .
Crunchy
8-11 hrs.
Carrots
Wash & trim tops. Peel or scrape if desired. Cut into ⅛”
slices.
Pliable 7-11 hrs.
Celery
Wash. Separate leaves and stalks. Cut stalks into ¼”
strips.
Crunchy 3-10 hrs.
Mushroom Wash & cut into ⅜” slices. Pliable 4-7 hrs.
Peppers
Wash and remove stems, seeds and white section. Pat dry.
Cut into ¼” thick strips or rings.
Pliable 4-8 hrs.
Potatoes
Use New potatoes. Wash. Peel if desired. Steam blanch
4-6 minutes.
Crunchy
/Pliable
7-13 hrs.
Summer
Squash
Wash & peel. Cut into ¼” slices. Pliable 10-14 hrs.
Tomatoes
Wash and remove stems. Slice into ¼” circles. For cherry
tomatoes, slice in half, dry skin side down.
Pliable 5-9 hrs.
Zucchini
Wash. Peel if desired. Cut onto ⅛” slices or chips.
Crunchy
7-11 hrs.
Food Drying Guide, Fruits at 131-140° F
Apples
Wash, core and peel if desired. Cut into ¼” slices. Dust
with cinnamon if desired.
Pliable 7-15 hrs.
Apricots
Wash, halve and remove pit. Slice if desired and dry skin
side down.
Pliable 21-29 hrs.
Bananas
Wash, peel and slice into ⅛” slices.
Pliable
7-10 hrs.
Figs
Wash. Cut out blemishes, quarter. Dry skin side down.
Pliable
22-30 hrs.
Kiwi
Wash, peel and slice into ¼” slices.
Crisp
8-15 hrs.
Nectarines
Wash, halve and remove pit. Slice into ⅜” slices and dry
skin side down.
Pliable 8-17 hrs.
Peaches
Wash, halve and remove pit. Slice into ¼” slices and dry
skin side down.
Pliable 8-16 hrs.
Pears
Wash, core and peel if desired. Cut into ¼” slices or
quarter.
Pliable 8-16 hrs.
Pineapple
Peel, remove fibrous eyes, remove core. Cut into ¼” slices
or wedges.
Pliable 11-18 hrs.
Rhubarb
Wash, cut into 1” lengths.
Pliable
6-10 hrs.
Strawberries
Wash, cut out caps, slice ¼” thick.
Crisp
7-15 hrs.
Watermelon Cut off rind, cut into wedges and remove seeds.
Pliable
& Sticky
8-10 hrs.
Food Drying Guide, Jerky at 145°-155°F
Jerky
Use lean meat and remove as much fat as possible.
Cut uniform ¼” thick or less slices. Do not
overlap slices on the shelves.
Pliable
4-6 hrs.
Meat temp. should
reach 145°-150°F
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This chart is for guidance only. Dehydration will depend on many variables which include but are not
limited to: room temperature, humidity, altitude, power of the dehydrator, rotation, thickness of product
being dried, among other factors.
Yogurt Making 105°- 110°F
Yogurt
Use whole milk with yogurt culture. Space jars evenly.
8-12 hrs.