Best Choice Products SKY3086 User manual

SKY3086Ver. 2
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
5-Tray Food Dehydrator

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Please retain these instructions for future reference.
NOTICE
• The device may only be used for drying solid foods, not for heating up liquids.
• Never place other materials such as paper or plastic into the product. Do not store anything inside this product.
• This device is intended for people ages 8 and up.
• Children must be supervised at all times while operating this device.
• The device may be hot during or immediately after use.
• Avoid contact with the inner surface of the base unit during operation or shortly afterwards.
• The device must always be unplugged after use or when assembling, disassembling, and cleaning the device.
• The device is not designed to be operated with an external timer or a separate remote-control system.
• If any parts are missing, broken, damaged, or worn, stop using this item until repairs are made and/or factory
replacement parts are installed.
• Do not use this item in a way inconsistent with the manufacturer’s instructions as this could void the
product warranty.
WARNING
•Ensure that this device is set on a stable, dry, and heat-resistant surface and cannot fall into water or become wet.
•Never clean the base unit in the dishwasher.
•Never immerse the base unit or cable into water or other liquids.
•If the base unit falls into water, immediately disconnect it from the power supply. Do not attempt to pull it out of
the water while it is still plugged in.
•Do not use the device if it has malfunctioned or been dropped in water.
•Never touch the base unit, cable, or plug with wet hands.
•Switch the device o and pull the plug out of the outlet when you are not using it.
•This device may only be used in contained environments.
•Do not use the device in rooms containing open flames, easily ignitable materials, or poisonous and
explosive fumes.
•Do not operate this device in excessively damp environments.
•Always check the device for damage before use. Only use it if the accessories, base unit, cable, and plug have no
signs of damage.
•The bottom or the base unit gets warm during operation. Make sure that the air can circulate around the device
and the ventilation openings are clear.
•Never use the device without a drying rack.
•Lay the cable in such a way that it does not present a trip hazard.
•Make sure that the cable is not bent or laid over sharp edges and does not come into contact with hot surfaces.
•Do not drop the device or allow it to be knocked violently.
•Do not pull or carry the base unit by the cable.
•Do not use the device for longer than 40 hours at a time.
•Do not move the device during operation.
•Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, wide temperature variations, moisture, wet conditions, or
direct sunlight.
•Do not use any caustic or abrasive cleaning agents to clean the device as it may damage the surface.

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DIAGRAM
SPECIFICATIONS
BASE UNIT
LID
ON/OFF
DRYING
RACKS
AIR OUTLET
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL
(95°F TO 160°F)
Voltage
Power
Temperature Range
120V, 60Hz
250W
95°F to 160°F

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BEFORE INITIAL USE
• Remove all packaging materials and any labels on the device.
• Place the base unit on a stable, dry, and heat-resistant surface with at least 6 inches of clearance around the device.
• Stack all drying racks empty on the base station and place the lid on the top rack.
• Plug the device into a wall outlet and turn the temperature to the maximum temperature (160°F).
• Turn the unit on and run the device for approximately 30 minutes.
NOTE: There may be an unpleasant odor the first time the device is used. The odor should disappear after
repeated use.
• Switch the unit o and pull the plug.
• Rinse the drying racks and lid and let them dry. If necessary, wipe the base unit with a clean, damp cloth.
PREPARING FOOD FOR DRYING
• Make sure that food is fresh and fruit is ripe before drying.
• For herbs, remove the stalks before drying.
• Most food should be blanched before drying to make sure its appearance and taste changes as little as possible.
BLANCHING
Blanching means scalding the food for a short time with boiling water or hot steam for 10 to 30 seconds
(depending on the size of the food), then immediately rinsing the food in ice-cold water. The sudden temperature
change enables the food to retain its color during drying.
FRUITS, VEGETABLES, AND MUSHROOMS
NOTE: Only use fresh, ripened and undamaged fruits, vegetables and mushrooms.
• Wash the vegetables, fruits, or mushrooms thoroughly so they are free of any traces of chemicals.
• Remove any discolored, overripe, or damaged segments.
• Blanch the food and let it dry.
• Peel and remove the core from fruits and vegetables (if applicable).
• Cut large fruits, vegetables, and mushrooms into slices. Be aware that thin slices will dry faster but they will shrivel.
• If you would like to enrich fruit with vitamin C, place them in an ascorbic acid solution (ratio of 1 tsp. of ascorbic
acid to 1 liter of water) or lemon juice (ratio of 1 tsp. of lemon juice to 1 cup of water) for 15 to 30 minutes.
MEAT AND FISH
NOTE: Lean sirloin beef or venison is best for drying. Remove any fat from the meat before drying.
•Blanch the meat and cut it into strips. Season the meat to your taste.
•If drying fish, cut the fish lengthwise. Large fish must be filleted and cut into strips. Do not remove the skin
because they hold the strips together.

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DRYING FOOD
• Place the base unit on a stable, dry, and heat-resistant surface with at least 6 inches of clearance around the device.
• Plug the device into a wall outlet. Make sure that the unit is o.
• Spread the prepared food evenly over the drying racks. Make sure that the food does not overlap. If you have
cut fruit in half, place the fruit on the drying rack with the cut surface facing upwards.
• Stack the filled racks on top of one another on the base unit and then place the lid on the top rack.
• Drying is most eective on the bottom rack, so it is recommended that you place the food that dries faster on
the upper racks. If all the food is the same, rotate the racks from time to time.
• Set the temperature and switch the device on.
• Check the drying process from time to time, rotating the racks if necessary to make sure that the food dries evenly.
• Remove the food that is completely dry.
• Switch the device o and unplug it.
• Remove the dried food and store it in an appropriate sealed container. Store the food in a cool place.
• Clean the racks with water and mild detergent.
DRYING GUIDELINES
NOTE: The following are only guidelines. The actual drying process will depend on size, moisture content, and
other factors. Discover the optimum temperature and time through trial and error.
104-122°F
104-122°F
104-131°F
131-140°F
140-158°F
8-14
Time (Hours)Temperature (°F)Food
>10
>10
10-36
14-24
104°F
Bread/Pastries
Mushrooms
Vegetables
Fruit
Meat/Fish
Fresh Herbs 7-10

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STORING DRIED FOOD
• Dried food must be stored correctly in order to retain the color, flavor, and quality for as long as possible.
• Make sure food is completely dry before storing.
• Place food into containers (freezer bags), squeeze out as much air as possible and then seal the bags shut.
• Store the bags in a sealed container and keep it in a dark and cool location.
• Check the bags after a few days. If you can see any droplets of water in the bag, the contents are not
completely dry and need to be dried again.
CLEANING AND STORAGE
Clean the drying racks and lid immediately after each use.
1. Rinse the drying racks and lid with clear water and mild detergent and then dry them thoroughly. The drying
racks and lid can also be cleaned in the dishwasher.
2. Wipe down the base unit with a clean, damp cloth, then wipe it dry.
3. Make sure that all parts are completely dry before reassembling the device.
4. Store the device in a dry, clean place that is not accessible to children and animals.
NOTE: The plastic parts of the device may suer discoloration over time. However, this does not aect your health
or the device’s performance.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Blown fuse/tripped circuit
breaker
First time using the device
Replace fuse/reset circuit
breaker
SolutionReasonProblem
The odor should disappear
after repeated use
Not properly plugged in
Unpleasant smell during use
Device does not turn on
Make sure device is properly
plugged in

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All items can be returned for any reason within 60 days of the receipt and will receive a full refund as long as the
item is returned in its original product packaging and all accessories from its original shipment are included. All
returned items will receive a full refund back to the original payment method. All returned items will not be charged
a re-stocking fee.
All returned items require an RA (Return Authorization) number, which can only be provided by a Best Choice
Products Customer Service Representative when the return request is submitted. Items received without an RA
may not be accepted or may increase your return processing time. Once an item has been received by Best Choice
Products, refunds or replacements will be processed within 5 business days.
All returns must be shipped back to the Best Choice Products Return Center at the customer’s expense. If the
reason for return is a result of an error by Best Choice Products then Best Choice Products will provide a pre-paid
shipping label via email. Boxes for return shipping will not be provided by Best Choice Products, and is the
customer’s responsibility to either use the original shipping boxes or purchase new boxes.
Pictures may be required for some returns to ensure an item is not damaged prior to its return. Items returned are
not considered undamaged until they are received by Best Choice Products and verified as such. All damages to
items are the customer’s responsibility until the item has been received by and acknowledge by Best Choice
Products as undamaged.
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