Elite Products EFD-1010 User Manual

LIMITED WARRANTY* ONE (1) YEAR:

Your small kitchen appliance is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from any manufacturing
defects under normal use and conditions for one (1) year, cord excluded. During that period, should the
appliance fail to operate properly, return the appliance with your sales receipt to the store where
purchased. If you use your appliance for household use and according to instructions, it should give
you years of satisfactory service. This product warranty covers only the original consumer purchaser
of the product.

To guarantee repair or replacement without charge, a dated sales receipt showing purchase within the
limited warranty period* must accompany the appliance. Without a sales receipt, warranty will be
estimated according to the appliance's manufactured date. A comparable appliance should arrive
within 2-3 weeks. However, in case an appliance is not covered by warranty, correspondence offering
alternatives will be mailed to you.
During the one-year warranty period, a product with a defect will be either repaired or replaced with a
reconditioned comparable model (at our option) when the product is returned to our Service Center.
(See the “Returns” section below). The repaired or replacement product will be in warranty for the
remaining balance of the one-year warranty period and an additional one-month period.

This limited warranty covers appliances purchased and used wi thin the 50 contiguous states
plus the District of Columbia and does NOT cover:

- Damages caused by unreasonable use, neglect, normal wear and tear, commercial use, improper
assembly or installation of product.

- Damages caused in shipping.

- Damages caused by replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.

- Defects other than manufacturing defects.

- Breakage caused by misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care and maintenance, or
incorrect current or voltage.

- Lost or missing parts of the product. Parts will need to be purchased separately.

- Damages of parts that are not electrical; for example: cracked or broken plastic or glass.

- Damage from service or repair by unauthorized personnel.

- Extended warranties purchased via a separate company or reseller.

- Consumer’s remorse is not an acceptable reason to return a product to our Service Center.
*The consumer is responsible for any delivery charges for all replacement units provided for exchange
under the warranty.

RETURNS: Any return of defective merchandise to the manufacturer must be processed accordingly
by contacting customer service first to obtain an RA # (Return Authorization Number). We will not
accept any returns of merchandise without an applicable RA #.
We cannot assume responsibility for loss or damages to products returned to us during incoming
shipment. For your protection, always carefully package the product for shipment and insure it with the
carrier. Be sure to enclose the following items with your return: any accessories related to the
problem, your full address and daytime phone number, a note describing the problem, a copy of the
dated sales receipt or other proof of purchase and a valid RA#.
C.O.D shipments cannot be accepted.

*One Year Limited Warranty valid only in the 50 contiguous states plus the District of Columbia,
excluding Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the USA; product usage
which is in violation of the written instructions provided with the unit will void this warranty.
For international warranty, please contact the local distributor.
**Any instruction or policy included in this manual may be subject to change at any time.

WARRANTY IS ONLY VALID WITH A DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Model EFD-1010 Elite Gourmet Automatic Food Dehydrator

Distributed by: MAXI-MATIC® , USA
18401 E. Arenth Ave. City of Industry, CA 91748
Customer Service Department: [phone] Ext. 116/120 MON-FRI 9am-5pm PCT
Email:

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Or visit our website: www.maxi-matic.com

Automatic Food Dehydrator

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model EFD-1010

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS..

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed
as below:

1. Read all instructions carefully.

2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put the base, cord & plug in
water or other liquid.

3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

4. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and
before cleaning.

5. Avoid contact with moving parts.

6. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its
service agent or a similar qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

7. The use of attachments, including canning jars, not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

8. Do not use the appliance out doors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or contact hot surface,
including the stove.

10. Blades are sharp. Be careful not to hurt your hands when detaching and cleaning
the blades.

11. To avoid injury, never place cutting blade assembly on base without container
properly attached.

12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

13. Switch off the appliance before changing approaching parts which move in use
(such as container).

14. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in
any way.

SAVE THESE INTRUCTIONS

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY!

PARTS & FEATURES..

POLARIZE PLUG & SHORT CORD SAFETY..

Polarized Plug:

This appliance is for Household Use Only. Place it on a level surface, and insert plug
into any 120-volt AC electrical outlet. Do not use any other type of outlet.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety
feature, this plug fits in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit into the
outlet, reverse the plug and try again. Do not force the plug into the socket. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety
feature.

Short Cord:

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer detachable power-supply cords or
extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used, 1) the marked
electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical
rating of the appliance, and 2) the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not
drape over the counter top or table where it can be pulled on by children or tripped
over accidentally.

FIRST USE & OPERATION..

BEFORE USING:

1) Carefully unpack the food dehydrator.

2) Wash the five dehydrator trays and lid in warm, soapy water. Rinse well and

dry thoroughly.

3) Wipe the dehydrator base with a clean, soft cloth or sponge. NEVER

HOW TO USE:

IMMERSE BASE, CORD OR PLUG IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.

1) Make sure unit is switched OFF and unplugged before using.

2) Always wash the dehydrator trays and lid before each use to avoid any food

contamination.

3) Place base on a flat, smooth countertop surface where it will not fall or be

pulled by the plug.

4) Prepare food to be dehydrated as instructed in this manual; preparation

depends on the type of food. Do not overlap food or overload trays.

5) Arrange food on trays, but do not place trays on the base; stack up the trays

first and set them aside.

6) Trays may be adjusted to accommodate a variety of food sizes.

7) Plug unit into electrical wall outlet, switch to ON and preheat for

approximately 5 minutes.

8) Place stacked trays onto the base, cover the top tray with the lid, and allow

food to dry for the recommended length of time; drying time may vary
depending on the type of food.

9) Begin to check on food before the dehydration period is completed; check

food for desired dryness. Remove individual pieces and store in containers
or food bags. If some pieces are not yet done, leave them on the dehydrator
and check frequently until all food dehydration is completed.

10) Food that is not going to be eaten within a day or two should be store in the
refrigerator. If store food in the freezer, be sure to use containers or bags
designed for freezer storage.

11) Switch the unit OFF and plug after using.

12) Always wash the dehydrator trays and lid after each use. Wipe the base
with a soft damp cloth or sponge; do not allow water or any other liquid to
get into the base. Make sure the trays and lid are completely dry before
replacing them on the base.

CLOSING AND OPENING VENTS IN LID:

- During the first initial hours of dehydrating, leave the vent open to allow moisture
to escape.

- Once the moisture has evaporated from the food that is being dehydrated, you
can close the vent and allow the dehydrating process to continue.

SELECTING THE TYPE OF FOOD TO DEHYDRATE:

Food to be dried should be in good condition. Select fruits that are just ripe; they
have the highest natural form of sugar and are best for drying. Fruits that are not ripe
may have a flat, bitter taste. Vegetables should be fresh and tender. Check fruits
and vegetables for marks or bruises and cut away these portions before preparing for
dehydration. Avoid using overripe fruits and vegetables with spoiled portions. Meat,
poultry and fish should be fresh and lean. Preparation, dehydration time and storage
of foods also influence their quality and taste. Follow the preparation, dehydration
and storage instructions in this manual to ensure the best-quality dried foods.

WARNING: If you suspect food is contaminated, freeze at 0° for 48 hours to prevent

bacteria growth, or heat at 175°F for 15 minutes to pasteurize it. Some nutrition may
be lost, but it will stop the contamination process.

** ROLL-UP SHEET

The roll-up sheet is for use to dehydrate food that may have drippings that may drip
through the holes on the trays.
However, it is primarily used to make FRUIT ROLL UPS. Simply mix a mixture of
fruits until the consistency is thick and smooth. Pour the mixture over the roll-up
sheet to dehydrate for approximately 12 hours.