5-Star Chef FD-B-1159-SS User manual

FD-B-1159-SS
Food Dehydrator

INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
To prevent damage please read this manual carefully before you use the
appliance and keep for future reference.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IT IS NECESSARY TO PUT HEAT-RESISTING MATERIAL (CERAMIC TILES,
THICK BOARD ETC.) UNDER THE APPLIANCE DURING USE OR PUT THE
APPLIANCE ON TO THE HEAT-RESISTANT SURFACE TO AVOID
POSSIBLE DAMAGE.
Do not work the appliance longer than 40 hours running. After finishing
uninterrupted work of the appliance during 40 hours, turn off the appliance
unplug the appliance and let it cool down.
Improper use of the appliance can cause damage and injury to the user.
Use the appliance only for its intended use and always follow the manual
guidelines.
Unplug the appliance when it is not in use.
Keep the power base away from water. Do not switch on the appliance if its
surfaces are wet.
Do not use appliance with damaged electric cord, plug, after appliance is
dropped or with other damages. If it has happened contact service center.
Do not allow children to play near the appliance when in use.
Unplug the appliance before cleaning it.
Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet, instead grasp plug and pull to
disconnect.
This appliance is for domestic use only
Do not cover the appliance.
Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use.
Put the appliance only on to the flat surface.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Young children should be supervised to en sure that they do not play with
the appliance.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or heated oven.
Do not allow the mains lead to hang over the edge of a table or a counter
or become a hazard.
Before first time use
Clean all parts of the appliance with a damp cloth.
Ensure that the appliance is dry before attempting to dehydrate food.

Make sure that all parts are fitted correctly and are in working condition.
Preparing the food
Unlike tinned fruit there is no extra sugar added during the de-hydrating process
(unless the user adds sugar as an optional extra, this can sometimes produce a
bitter taste) it is important to follow these basic guide lines to produce the best
quality food:
Always ensure that the food is in date and of good quality.
It is best to use tree-ripened fruits as they contain the highest natural sugar
content.
Do not use over-ripe or rotting fruits and vegetables, if the food has bruised
or discoloured parts, please remove the discoloured section before
dehydrating.
Some fruits such as apples, pears and apricots are pre-treated to slow the
loss of vitamins and also to prevent discolouring.Always thoroughly wash
food to ensure it does not contain dirt, bacteria and other harmful
substances.
It’s optional to peel fruit and vegetables before drying them. The peel can
become tough during the drying process; however it is down to your
personal preference.
It may be necessary to steam/ blanch vegetables before drying them, this is
due to the different textures of the vegetables.
Assembling the dehydrator
1. Place the appliance on a smooth, level table. Ensure that the power cord is
only a short distance away from the electrical supply.
2. Prepare and cut ingredients as instructed. Place on the dehydrating trays or
onto the dehydrator sheets as required.
3. Stack the dehydrating trays onto the main body of the appliance. Ensure that all of the

trays are fitted correctly to the main body of the appliance and the trays are evenly
stacked.
4. Turn the main switch of the electrical power supply on.
Important! It is recommended to change the tray during use
Setting the temperature and time
1. After pressing on the appliance the screen will automatically display 00:00
2. Press “Time” to adjust the time to increase or decrease.
2. Press the “Temp” to adjust the temperature to increase or decrease.
Dryness Test
Fruits, if dried properly, should have a pliable and leathery texture with little
moisture (less than 20%). It is a frequent problem that people over dry fruit,
this can lead to a poor taste and the fruit having less nutritional value.
Therefore to achieve the best possible taste from dehydrated food ensure
the correct drying time is followed.
Vegetables should be chewy and brittle however different vegetables can
vary in texture.
Storage of foods
It is vital to store de-hydrated food correctly in order to maintain the quality
and taste of the product. Ensure that all dried foods are stored in a cool
dark place; the cooler the food is kept the longer the optimal quality will be
maintained.
If it is possible please store the food in a refrigerator or freezer, alternatively
you can store dried foods in a cool place in your home.
Be aware that light causes the quality and nutritional value of the food to
deteriorate.
When storing the food it is recommended to store it in a sealed bag or a
darkened container.
Storing foods
The naturally high sugar and acid content contained in many fruits allows them to
be stored for longer periods of time.
When packaged and stored correctly most fruit can last for about a year whilst
vegetables can be stored for up to about 6 months.
Do not consume fruits and vegetables that show any signs of deterioration.
Re-hydrating foods
Foods that have been dehydrated can be re-hydrated in water, this can be
performed in 3 ways:

Fruits and vegetables can be soaked in water for 2-6 hours, ensure that they
are refrigerated during this process.
They can be soaked in boiling water for 5-10 minutes until they have
reached the desired consistency.
You can also re-hydrate fruits and vegetables by cooking them. Do not add
seasoning or sugar during this process.Agood general rule is to use 2 cups
of water to the fruit and allow it to stew.
Cleaning and maintenance
The dehydrator trays are dishwasher safe.
Do not for any reason immerse the main unit in water or any other liquid.
Clean with a slightly damp cloth and dry thoroughly before storage.
Store the appliance in a clean, damp free environment preferably in its
original packaging.
Making Beef jerky
As with nearly all foods, it is important to start with a quality cut of meat. Select a
lean cut or round stake about one to one and a half inches thick, trim off all the
excess fat and connective tissue. Fat hampers how well the meat will dry and the
connective tissue will make the beef jerky hard to chew.
For easier cutting, place meat in the freezer for about 30 minutes to partially
freeze. Then turn it over and freeze it for an additional 15 minutes. Cut across the
grain into strips about 1/8 inch thick.
Marinate the strips for three hours.
Drain the marinated strips on a paper towel, and place the strips on the drying tray.
Remember to protect the dehydrator from dripping foods (use a Teflon baking
liner) dehydrate until strips are quite dry and can bend without breaking. This will
take from 6-16 hours. Unlike other dried meats, jerky should be slightly chewy but
not brittle.
Jerky marinade
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp. Brown sugar
1/2 cup of Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp onion powder
Garlic clove, crushed
2 tbsp. ketchup
1 to 1 3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. Pepper
Banana and peanut roll up
Ingredients
4 Banana's
1 cup of peanut butter
Method
1. Blend the ingredients together.

2. Spread the ingredients onto a dehydrator sheet.
3. Set the appliance to 12hrs on 60°C.
4. Once the dehydrating process has finished remove the dehydrator sheet
from the appliance. Allow to cool and roll up. Cut according to required
thickness.

USAGE TIPS & CARE –DEVANTI FOOD DEHYDRATOR
These drying times are for reference only. Please note drying times differ depending on the
thickness & moisture level of the food being dried.

USAGE TIPS & CARE –DEVANTI FOOD DEHYDRATOR