10. When the set time counts down to "0:00”, the heating element stops working first. The fan will continue
running for 10 seconds and the buzzer rings 20 times "beep" sound (1 time/second). The LED screen display
signal “End” means finish drying..
Note: Make sure that the fan base is always in place when operating the dryer. If you do not have time to dry
all the food in one day, you can dry them the next day. In this case, you should store the food in a
container/polyethylene bag and put it in the freezer.
11. Unplug the unit from the power point.
Hints:
·This dehydrator includes 6 drawer stainless steel trays and an overheat protection. The main engineer contains
heating elements, motor, fan and thermostat.
·The air vents on the tray allow air to be circulated.
·Using a controlled heat temperature, Air from the back flow into each tray drying moisture..
·Depending on the moisture in the food itself and the humidity in the air, drying operation time can change.
Use the dryer in a dust free, well ventilated, warm and dry room. Well air ventilation is also important.
· Fruit and vegetables dried in your food dehydrator will be different in appearance from those sold in
health food stores and supermarkets. This is due to your food dehydrator uses no preservatives, no
artificial coloring and only natural additives.
·Records of humidity, weight of produce before and after drying times, will be helpful to improving your
drying techniques for the future.
DRYING TIPS:
Drying time for pre-treatment fruit will vary according to the following factors:
1) thickness of pieces or slices
2) number of trays with food being dried
3) volume of food being dried
4) moisture or humidity in your environment
5) your preferences of drying for each type of dried food
It is recommended to:
Check your food every hour.
Label food with contents dried, date and weight before drying. It will also be helpful to note the drying
time for future reference.
Pretreated food will give the best effect in drying.
Correct food storage after drying also will help to keep food in good quality and save the nutrients.
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