Nesco American Harvest FD-61 User Manual

Electric Food Dehydrator
Care/Use Guide - Guide d’entretien et d’utilisation - Guía del cuidado/del uso

Nesco American Harvest FD-61 Specifications

General

Brand	Nesco
Model	FD-61
Type	Food Dehydrator
Number of Trays	6
Wattage	600 watts
Material	Plastic
Fan Location	Top
Adjustable Thermostat	Yes
Timer	No
Color	White
Temperature Range	95°F to 160°F

Summary

Important Safeguards

General Safety Rules

Key precautions for safe appliance operation, handling, and electrical safety.

Appliance Use and Care Precautions

Guidelines on proper usage, maintenance, and electrical safety.

Plug and Cord Safety

Specific instructions for safe use of polarized plugs and power cords.

Dehydrator Features and Operation

Operating Instructions

Step-by-step guide for setting up and starting the dehydrator.

General Drying Guidelines

Food Selection and Preparation

Tray Loading and Drying Time Factors

Drying Temperatures and Methods

Recommended temperatures for different foods and drying techniques.

Packaging and Storage of Dried Foods

Proper methods for storing dried foods to maintain quality.

Drying Fruits

Fruit Selection and Preparation

Guidance on choosing ripe fruits and preparing them for dehydration.

Pre-Treatment Methods for Fruits

Techniques to minimize oxidation and improve fruit quality.

Drying Fruit Rolls

Fruit Roll Selection and Preparation

Fruit Roll Drying and Storage

Drying Vegetables

Vegetable Selection and Preparation

Advice on choosing fresh vegetables and preparing them.

Blanching Techniques for Vegetables

Methods for blanching vegetables to improve drying.

Vegetable Drying Process

Drying Jerky and Meats

Jerky Preparation and Drying

Steps for making jerky from meat, including marinades.

Jerky Marinade Recipes

Drying Cooked Meats

Drying Fish

Drying Herbs

Herb Gathering and Preparation

Testing and Storing Dried Herbs

Recipes