F O O D D E H Y D R AT O R
SEDONA DEHYDRATOR
OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL: SD-9000
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of a Sedona Food Dehydrator by Tribest. With Sedona, you can accurately and efficiently dehydrate your favorite food and vegetables utilizing the latest in digital dehydration technology. From, apples to zucchini, to crackers and your favorite jerky recipes, you can set Sedona to meet all your dehydrating needs.
Sedona is the advanced solution to dehydration - offering you all the options you require to make the dehydration process as simple and as convenient as possible. With Sedona, you can set the timer up to 99 hours or to continuous mode for up to 150 hours of worry-free uninterrupted operation. Because Sedona utilizes two independent heating mechanisms, the distribution of heated air is evenly circulated dehydrating your foods evenly. Sedona offers you the ability to dehydrate a little or dehydrate a lot. Dehydrate up to 9 trays of fruits and vegetables or divide the machine into two 4-tray chambers for smaller batches of your favorite dehydrated recipes.
Sedona’s two fans can easily be adjusted to reduce the fan speed for quiet operation, offering you a convenient way to continually dehydrate during the evening hours without the added noise and distraction. Sedona also offers you a convenient way to monitor your foods with a see through glass window at the front of the unit.
Be sure to carefully unpack your Sedona and check that all of the parts are included with your package. Also take the time to become familiar with the functions of the unit before you begin dehydrating foods. It is a good idea to press each button to check their functionality
– making you aware of what each button controls. Many trays have been included with your machine to make your dehydrating experience easier and to enhance the versatility of the food preparation capabilities.
We recommend that you wash all of the trays with warm water and a mild detergent before you first use your Sedona Dehydrator. Now you are ready to begin dehydrating with your Sedona. We hope you enjoy your Sedona Food Dehydrator, as it helps you to better preserve the nutrition from your favorite fruits and vegetables and helps you continue your journey to better health and nutrition.
Please take the time to thoroughly read through the entire operation manual for proper use and care instructions. Following the instructions in this manual will ensure that your Sedona Food Dehydrator serves you faithfully for many years.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction.................................................................................................................... |
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Important Safety Precautions......................................................................................... |
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Safety Tips...................................................................................................................... |
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Parts List........................................................................................................................ |
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Operation........................................................................................................................ |
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Set-Up.............................................................................................................................. |
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Cleaning and Maintenance............................................................................................ |
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Troubleshooting............................................................................................................ |
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Warranty....................................................................................................................... |
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Registration Form......................................................................................................... |
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When You Need Service................................................................................................ |
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Recipe Index................................................................................................................. |
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Product Information...................................................................................................... |
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the followings:
1.Read all instructions.
2.Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3.To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, Dehydrator in water or other liquid.
4.Only use an approved power cord included with your machine or supplied by the manufacturer.
5.Only plug the machine into an electrical outlet that has a compatible electricity rating. Failure to do so may damage the fan motor and/or heating-coil and will void the warranty.
6.Never handle the plug with wet hands.
7.Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
8.Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
9.Always use the Dehydrator on a leveled surface, and keep it a minimal distance of 10 cm from other appliances or furniture.
10.Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
11.Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the Dehydrator. It may cause a fire, an electric shock or a malfunction. Any attempt to modify the dehydrator will void the warranty.
12.Opening the dehydrator door stops the dehydrator from operating. Once the dehydrator door is closed, operation will resume. If the Dehydrator continues to operate while the dehydrator door is open, please unplug the Dehydrator and contact the nearest warranty service center.
13.NEVER put your fingers 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 fire.
14.Do not move the dehydrator while in operation.
15.Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance mal functions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact the manufacturer for the nearest warranty service center should your dehydrator malfunction or require service.
16.Use of unauthorized accessories or attachments not approved or recommended by the manufacturer may cause injuries.
17.Do not use outdoors. This product is intended for indoor use only.
18.Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of your table or counter, or come in con tact with hot surfaces.
19.Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other
hot liquids.
20.Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the unit OFF and then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
21.Do not use the dehydrator for anything other than its intended use.
**SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS**
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SAFETY TIPS
To avoid any possible damage or injury, please follow the basic safety tips:
•Do not clean the Sedona with water. Always use a wet towel to clean the Sedona.
•Never use Sedona in a humid room such as a bathroom. Use Sedona in a well ventilated setting.
•Always use a separate outlet that has minimum 10-amps.
•Do not block the air vents while the Sedona is in operation.
•Do not expose Sedona to high temperatures over 176°F (80°C).
•Plug in Sedona with the main switch OFF.
•Do not attempt to dehydrate any liquids, very fine powder that will turn into dust, glass or metal.
•To avoid deterioration of food, do not keep the dehydrated food in the Sedona too long without the Sedona operating. Remove the dehydrated food immediately after the dehydration procedure is over. Store dehydrated foods in a proper place and in a suitable container.
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SEDONA DEHYDRATOR PARTS
Package includes:
1 Main Body
9 BPA Free Plastic Open Tray
1 BPA Free Plastic Closed Tray
9 BPA Free Plastic Mesh Tray Screens
1 Detachable Power Cord
Power Cord
Main Body
Open Tray |
Closed Tray |
Mesh Tray Screen |
*Please Note: Each unit is packaged with sponge tray holders. Please make sure to remove the sponge tray holders before using Sedona. The sponge tray holders were designed to keep your trays in place during transportation. They are not intended to be used with the normal operation of Sedona.
Optional part to purchase:
From fruit leather to raw cookies, the reusable drying sheet is food safe, BPA free, teflon free, and can be used as a flat nonstick surface to create your favorite dried food recipes inside Sedona. It’s flexible and easy to use. Designed to be used with the open tray to create a level surface, place one sheet inside the open tray and add your ingredients to the sheet.
Drying sheet
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OPERATION
For your safety and to protect your Sedona, please follow the instructions below.
1.Always keep the Sedona on a leveled surface.
•Keep Sedona at least 10 cm away from other appliances or furniture.
2.Place food on each tray as the instruction manual book explains.
•Cut the food into even slices.
•Use one tray for each type of food. Do not cross contaminate.
•Lay the food in rows on the food tray with at least a one inch gap in between each slice of food so that each piece does not overlap onto the next.
•You may dehydrate up to 9 trays simultaneously.
•For 4-5 trays of dehydrated recipes, please use the upper compartment for best results.
3.Open the door to insert trays into the Sedona. Hold the tray in the horizontal position and push the tray into the proper slots.
•Please double check whether all the trays are properly loaded.
4.Plug in to an outlet that has 10-amp capacity.
5.Turn the main switch ON.
6.Set the temperature and time. Press the Start/Pause button.
•Please refer to Set-Up page.
•Sedona will automatically switch to stand-by mode after the drying time has expired. Also, a buzzard will sound when the drying time has expired.
•Turn the main switch OFF after finishing dehydration.
7.Sedona is designed to evenly distribute warm air from the rear to the front of the unit. Depending on the climate and temperature of the air flowing into the unit from the rear, there may be a slight difference in temperature between the trays and inside the drying compartment. Because heat rises naturally, it is normal for the top trays to be exposed to more heat than the trays in the center or on the bottom. For best results, rotate the trays periodically.
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SET-UP
Function of switch and buttons:
1.POWER Switch is to turn on or off the Sedona.
2.°F/°C button will enable you to select a temperature display mode (Celsius or Fahrenheit). Select which temperature mode you want to display by pressing °F/°C button.
The basic setting of Sedona is Celsius when out of the factory. Once you set the machine to Celsius or Fahrenheit, the Sedona will remember your setting even after you turn OFF the switch.
3.Temp This window is used for two separate functions.
Please note during operation, the Temperature Display will display your desired temperature setting, and NOT of the actual temperature of the drying compartments.
A.Setting Desired Temperature (Set Up)- During set up this window will be used to set the desired temperature of the drying compartment.
a.The drying compartment temperature usually does not go over the temperature you set.
b.The condition of the inflowing air may adversely affect the actual compartment temperature. The actual compartment temperature may read a +/- 3° difference. The difference is registered by the thermal sensor, thus regulating the heating coil activity.
B.Temperature DisplayWill display your desired temperature setting
a.The 2 glyphs on the far left of the TEMP display indicate which of the two heating coils is active at any given time.
b.When the top left glyph is lit, the top heating coil is active.
c.When the bottom left glyph is lit, the lower heating coil is active.
d.When the two glyphs light up alternately, both heating coils are active.
*Attention: While the temperature displayed by the Temperature Display is the set desired temperature, actual temperatures in the drying chamber may fluctuate up to ±3°C
4. TIMER window will show the desired hours during set-up the Sedona. It will also show the remaining hours during operation.
More Tips:
•When the dot located right next to the lower portion of the time display is blinking, the timer is on and the machine is working.
•If the dot is not lit, the timer has stopped. This means that the machine has stopped/paused all functions. Press START button to turn the programmed settings of the machine and the timer on and resume operation. Please follow the set up instructions to reset or change to new desired settings.
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5. SET button will enable you to set the temperature and the time. If you press the SET button once, the 3 digit TEMP window will flash. If you press the SET button once more, the 2 digit TIMER window will flash.
(1)Press the SET button once – While the TEMP widow flashes, set the desired temperature by using the 10 or 1 buttons to select your desired temperature. When the TEMP window displays your desired temperature, press the SET button to finalize your temperature setting. Your desired temperature is now set up, and the TIMER window will flash.
(2)Press the SET button twice - While the TIMER window flashes, set the desired hours by using the 10 or 1 buttons to select the desired timer setting, then press the SET button after you have set the timer to your desired setting to finalize your choice.
More Tips:
•The stand-by time is 5 seconds. If you do not begin to set the temperature or timer setting within 5 seconds, the set-up mode will be cancelled.
•For faster and accurate setting of temperature and time, Sedona has 2 sepa rate buttons of 10 and 1. The buttons under the 10 represent increments of ten whereas the buttons under the 1 represent increments of one.
•You may set the dehydrating time up to 99 hours.
•Sedona has a continuous dehydration function which allows you to continuously dehydrate for more than 99 hours,. To enable this function, press and hold the 10 up button until CO is displayed. The CO function will dehydrate for a maximum of 150 hours.
•The basic setting of Sedona is 45°C, 10 hours when out of factory. 45°C is equivalent to 113°F.
•Sedona will save your settings for next use even though you turn it off.
6.UP/DOWN (10,1) buttons are for setting the temperature or the hours for the timer - one short press will change the number by 1, and the number will be continuously changed when the button is pressed for more than 1 second.
7.TRAY button is used to select which compartments will be activated. You can choose to dehydrate up to 9 trays of foods or up to 4 trays of food in either the upper half or the lower half of the unit. Sedona is designed to operate the whole unit or only operate the upper half or only operate the lower half in order to conserve energy when dehydrating smaller quantities of food.
More Tips:
•The basic setting of Sedona is whole (Upper half + Lower half) when out of factory.
•The Sedona will not remember your setting, and it will go back to whole when you turn the Sedona off.
•Due to energy effectiveness, we recommend using the upper half only when drying up to 4 trays. Please use the tray divider to separate the machine into
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