Maximatic EFD-1010 User Manual

Warranty:

LIMITED WARRANTY* ONE (1) YEAR:

Your Elite Gourmet small kitchen appliance is built with precision, inspected and tested
before leaving our factory. It is warranted, to the original purchaser or gift recipient, 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. This
warranty gives you special legal ri ghts and you may also have other rights to which
you are entitled, which may vary from state to state. If you use your appliance for
household use and according to instructions, it should give you years of satisfactory
service.

This limited warranty covers appliances purchased and used within the
surrounding United States and does NOT cover:

- Damages caused from improper usage or installation of appliance.

- Damages caused from shipping.

- Defects other than manufacturing defects.

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

- The loss or missing parts of the appliance. Parts will need to be purchase
separately.

- Damage from service by other than an authorized dealer or service center.

- Any transportation and shipping charges.

RETURNS: Any return of defective merchandise to the manufacturer must be processed
accordingly by contacting customer service first to obtain RA # (Return Authorization Number).
We will not acce pt any returns of merchandise without an applicable RA #.

*One Year Limited Warranty valid only in the United States, excluding Alaska, Hawaii, and
Puerto Rico.
**Any instructions or policy included in this manual may subject to change at any time.

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: [e-mail]
Or visit our website: www.maxi-matic.com

Automatic Food Dehydrator

Model EFD-1010

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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.

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 instructio ns 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.