Food Dehydrator
Please read the manual fully before using the appliance and keep the manual safe for future reference.
Contents
Important Safeguards |
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Use of the appliance |
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Selecting foods to dry |
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Instructions for use |
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Storage |
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Table for dehydrating vegetables |
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Table for dehydrating fruits |
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Rehydrating Foods |
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Preparing Meat, Fish, Poultry and Game |
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Cleaning and Maintenance |
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Electrical Information |
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Disposal of the appliance |
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UK and EU Guarantee |
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Contact details |
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Important Safeguards
When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed including:
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.
Always ensure the voltage on the rating label corresponds to the voltage in your home.
Check the power cord and plug regularly for any damage. If the cord or the plug is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified electrician or a service repair centre. If in doubt please contact our customer service team.
The appliance is intended for domestic use only. Industrial or commercial use will void the warranty. The supplier cannot be held responsible for injury or damage if the appliance has been used for anything other than its intended use.
Incorrect operation and use can damage the appliance and cause injury to the user.
Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or damaged in anyway. If the unit has been damaged take the unit for examination and or repair by and authorised service agent.
Do not immerse or expose the motor assembly, plug or the power cord in water or any other liquid for any reason.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or by someone who is suitably qualified to avoid a potential hazard.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter. Ensure that the cord is not in a position where it can be pulled or tripped over accidentally.
Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces and do not place the cord near hot gas or electric burners or in a heated oven.
Use of an extension cord with this appliance 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 of the appliance and extension cord. Do not use any other appliance on the extension cord. Do not place the extension cord in a position where it can be pulled on by children or animals or be tripped over.
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Always operate the appliance on a smooth, even and stable surface. Do not place the unit on a hot surface.
Always remove the plug of the appliance safely. Do not pull on the appliances cord to remove the appliance plug from the electrical socket.
Never handle or operate the appliance with wet hands.
Do not use the appliance for longer than 40 hours, after using the appliance for the full 40 hours, switch it off and unplug the appliance. Allow it to cool for at least 30 minutes.
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 power base should be cleaned with a damp cloth (do not wash the power base with water).
Selecting foods to dry
Foods that are ripe and high in quality will provide the best flavour.
Fruits such as apples, pears and peaches are best dehydrated after they have been pre-treated. To pre-treat, you can soak fruit in fruit juice such as orange, lemon or lime or alternatively blanch or steam the fruit. This will ensure the fruit does not discolour or deteriorate during the drying process.
Vegetables such as green beans, broccoli, asparagus and potato should be placed in boiling water for 3 minutes, pat dry and place in the dehydrator.
Slice fruit and vegetables evenly to enable even drying. Thickly sliced fruits and vegetables or those with a high quantity of water will take longer to dry.
Disperse foods evenly to dry in single layers.
Always wash the food before putting it into the appliance. Do not place wet food into the trays, always ensure that the food is fully dried before it is dehydrated.
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Cut off any spoiled parts of the food before dehydrating. Slice the products in such a way so that it rests freely between the two trays.
If the food placed in the higher trays is dehydrating slower than the food in the lower trays, you can change the position of the trays to allow them to dry evenly. Food placed in the higher trays will usually take slightly longer to dehydrate than those placed in the lower trays
Some of the fruits are covered by a natural protective layer which can increase the time it takes to dehydrate. To avoid this it is advisable to boil food for approximately 1-2 minutes then place it in cold water. Please make sure the food is completely dry before beginning the dehydrating process.
The length of time it takes to dehydrate foods depends on certain factors such as the temperature and humidity of the room, size and thickness of food and also how ripe the food is.
Dehydrating herbs
It is recommended to dry new leaves.
Once the leaves are dry put them into paper bags or glass jars and store them in a dark cool place.
Use
Place the food flat on the trays. Do not completely cover the bottom of the tray as this will stop the air circulating. Over loading the trays or placing the food on top of each other will reduce the efficiency of the dehydrator.
Prepare the food as recommended and place on the trays. Always start by placing the food in the lower sections of the dehydrator. Leave the central hole uncovered.
Place the trays on the power base.
Place the lid onto the appliance. During the dehydrating process the upper lid should always be left on the appliance.
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