Game Winner 170238 Owner's manual

Game Winner Multi Tray Digital
Dehydrator
Model#: 170238
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Assembly Instructions
& User’s Manual
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Final –12/18

Table of Contents
Page 1
Note: Before beginning assembly of product, make sure
all parts are present. Compare parts with package content
list and hardware contents. If any part is missing or
damaged do not attempt to assemble the unit. Contact
customer service for replacement parts.
Warnings………………………………………………………………
Parts List…………………………………………………………
Assembly and Operate Instructions………………………………
Special Instruction for cooking………………………………………
Care and Maintenance……………………………………………...…
Warranty Information……………………………………….................
2
3
4-5
6-8
9
10

Warnings
Page 2
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
With proper care, your Food Dehydrator is designed to provide years of household service.
Be sure to follow these basic precautions when using this electrical appliance. Read all
instructions before using.
1.Do not touch heating coil.
2.Do not touch hot surfaces.
3.To protect against electrical hazards do not immerse cord, plugs, or the base assembly in
water or other liquid.
4.Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5.Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.Allow to cool before putting on or
taking off parts.
6.Do not plug in dehydrator while top is inverted (storage position) and do not invert top into
bottom for storage until unit has completely cooled down.
7.Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord, plug, after the appliance malfunctions,
or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
8.The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by the appliance manufacturer.
This may cause hazards.
9.Do not plug in outdoors.
10.Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11.To clean, wipe with damp cloth or sponge and mild soap.
12.Do not pour liquids in the dehydrator.
13.Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
14.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surface.
15.Ensure that the trays and lid are secure during use.
16.Before initial use, clean the drying trays thoroughly in warm, soapy water and let dry. Run
the dehydrator for a full cycle at the highest temperature before drying any food.
17.This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other.) To reduce the
risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet, only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully into the outlet reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
DO NOT USE IN AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER

Parts List
Page 3
Parts Description Photo QTY
A Lid 1
B Food Tray 5
C Base 1

Assembly and Operation Instructions
Step 1:
1. Stack food trays one by one.
2. It is recommended to use at least 4 trays.
Step 2:
1. Place the food trays on the base.
2. Place the lid on top of the food trays.
Page 4

Assembly and Operation Instructions
Step 3:
1. Plug the unit in to power up(120v, 60Hz, 250w);
2. Adjust the controls to intended temperature and
time according to the temperature guide.
3. Press start
4. Before initial use, clean the drying trays
thoroughly in warm, soapy water and let dry.
5. Run the dehydrator for a full cycle at the
highest temperature before drying any food.
Page 5

Special Instruction for Cooking
Page 6
REMEMBER
1..
FRUIT
PREPARATION
DRYNESS
TEST
TIME Based
on 158 °F
/ 135 degree
Apples
Pare,
core and cut in slices or rings. Dip in pretreatment for
2
minutes
. Drain and place on tray.
Pliable
4
-15hrs.
Apricots
Dry
in halves and turn inside out or cut into quarters.
Pretreat
to
help retain color without penetrating skin of fruit. Place
on
tray
.
Pliable
8
-36hrs.
Bananas
Peel
and cut into 1/8”slices, place on tray.
Crisp
5
-24hrs
Berries
Strawberries
may be sliced 3/8”slices. Leave other
berries
whole
. Bathe wax coated berries in boiling water. Place on tray.
No visible
moisture
5
-24hrs
Cherries
Do
not stem until ready to prepare. Pitting is optional, or
pit
when
50% dry. Place on tray.
Leathery
but
sticks
6
-36hrs
Chives
Chop
-spread on tray.
Brittle
4
-10hrs
Cranberries
Wash
well, chop for flakes or leave whole. Place on tray.
No visible
moisture
4
-20hrs
Grapes(raisins)
Wash,
remove stems and leave whole. Blanch until skins
are
lightly
translucent, place whole on tray.
P
liable
and
Leathery
6
-36hrs
Nectarines
No
need to peel. Dry with skin down on screen, or cut in 3/8
”
slices
or circles. Place on tray.
Pliable
6
-24hrs
Orange
Rind
Peel
in long strips and place on tray. Do not grate until ready
to
use
.
Brittle
6
-15hrs
Peaches
Halve
or quarter fist-sized or larger. Remove skin during
dehydration if desired. Place on tray, pit when 50% reduction in
size.
Pliable and
leathery
5
-24hrs
Pears
Remove
core and woody tissues. Cut into slices or rings,
halves,
quarters
or eighths. Place on tray.
Pliable and
leathery
5
-24hrs
Persimmons
Use
only ripe fruit. Wash, remove cap, slice in 3/8”circles
or
slices
. Place on tray.
Pliable
5
-20hrs
Pineapple
(
fresh)
Remove
core, cut in slices or wedges or chunks. Place on tray.
Pliable
6
-36hrs
Pineapple
(
canned)
Drain
and pat dry. Place on trays
Leathery
6
-36hrs
Plums
Wash
, leave whole or cut in half and remove pits or
remove
them
when half dried. Place on tray.
Pliable
5
-24hrs
Prunes
Same
as plums, but soak in boiling water for two minutes first
.
Place
on tray.
Leathery
8
-36hrs
Rhubarb
Use
only tender stalks wash, cut-in 1”lengths. Place on tray.
No visible
moisture
4
-1 6hrs
To reduce starch build-up and assist in dehydration process.
Pretreatment: dipping in an ascorbic acid, citric acid, lemon juice or sodium met bisulfite solution.

Special Instruction for Cooking
Page 7
REMEMBER
1..
VEGETABLE
PREPARATION
DRYNESS
TEST
TIME
Based
on 158
°F
/130
degree
Artichoke Hearts
Cut
hearts into 1/8”strips. Boil 5-8minutes in 3-/4 cup
water
containing
1 tablespoonful lemon juice. Place on tray.
Brittle
4
-12hrs
Asparagus
Wash
and cut into 1“pieces. Tips yield better product.
Stems,
crushed
after drying, make an excellent seasoning. Place
on
tray
.
Brittle
4
-10hrs
Beans (Green or
Wax)
Cut
into 1”pieces or cut French style. Steam or blanch
until
translucent
. Stir beans on tray after partial drying,
moving
inside
beans to outside for more even drying. Place on tray.
Brittle
4
-14hrs
Beets
Trim
off all but one inch of tops and roots. Wash, blanch,
cool,
remove
tops, skin and roots. Dice or slice. Place on tray.
Brittle,dar
k
red
4
-12hrs
Brussel
sprouts
Cut
sprouts from stalks, cut in half length wise
through
bottom
.
Brittle
5
-15hrs
Broccoli
Trim,
cut as for serving, wash thoroughly. Steam until tender
,
about
3to 5 minutes. Place on tray.
Brittle
5
-15hrs
Cabbage
Trim,
cut into strips 1/8”thick. Cut core into 1/4”strips.
Use
bottom
shelf of dehydrator. Place on tray.
Leathery
4
-12hrs
Carrots
Select
young tender carrots. Steam until tender. Cut into
slices,
shreds,
cubes or strips. Place on tray.
Leathery
4
-12hrs
Cauliflower
Dip
cauliflower into saltwater (3 tablespoons salt per 2
quarts
of
water) for 2 minutes. Steam until tender. Place on tray.
Leathery
5
-15hrs
Celery
Separate
stalks from leaves. Wash both thoroughly. Cut
stalks
into
1/4”slices. Leaves dry first, so remove when dry.
Flake
leaves
after drying, for use in soups, stews, etc. Place on tray.
Brittle
4
-12hrs
Corn
Remove
husks, silk and blemishes just before steaming.
Blanch
on
cob until tender. Cut from cob and spread over tray.
Stir
several
times for even drying. Place on tray.
Brittle
4
-15hrs
Cucumber
Pare,
slice in 1/8”slices and place on tray.
Leathery
4
-14hrs
Eggplant
Trim,
wash and slices 1/4”to 1/2”thick, and spread on tray.
Brittle
4
-14hrs
Onions and
Leeks
Remove
peels and cut into 1/2”slices, pieces, or finely chop
.
Stir
several times during drying. Place on tray.
Leathery
4
-10hrs
Okra
Use
young, tender pods. Wash, trim, and slice into 1/4”discs
.
Place
on tray.
Leathery
3
-10hrs

Special Instruction for Cooking
Page 8
REMEMBER
1..
VEGETABLE
PREPARATION
DRYNESS
TEST
TIME
Based
on 158
°F
/ 130 degree
Peas
Use
only tender, sweet varieties. Shell and blanch gently, 3-
5
minutes
. Place on tray.
Brittle
4
-10hrs
Peppers (Green
and Pimentos)
Cut
in ¼” strips or rings. Remove seeds, wash and dry.
May
also
be chopped. Chopped, dried pimentos create paprika
.
Place
on tray.
Brittle to
Leathery
4
-10hrs
Hot
peppers
Wash
and dry whole. Wear rubber gloves to protect
hands
when
preparing hot peppers. Place on tray.
Leathery
4
-12hrs
Potatoes
Peeling
optional. Slice into 3/16 to 1/4”, or dice, grate, or
cut
French
Fry style. Blanch until tender. Place on tray.
Brittle
5
-12hrs
Pumpkin
(also
Hubbard
Squash)
Cut
into small pieces. Bake or steam until tender. Cut
into
strips
1”to 3”wide, peel and remove pulp. Slice strips 1/2
”
thick
. Scrape pulp, place in blender to puree. Dry with
paper
towels
. Place on tray.
Leathery
5
-15hrs
Rhubarb
Remove
outer skin and cut into 1/8”lengths. Place on tray. No
moisture
6-18hrs
Tomatoes
Wash
and remove stems. Dip in boiling water to loosen skin
.
Cut
in halves, or slices. Place on tray.
Leathery
6
-24hrs
Zucchini
Trim,
wash and slices 1/4”to 1/2”thick, and spread on tray. Brittle 6-18hrs
Garlic
Separate
into cloves, remove outer skin. Slice and dry
on
trays
. Grind or process for seasoning, if desired, after drying
.
Place
on tray.
Very
brittle
4
-15hrs
Greens (Spinach,
Kale, Chard,
Mustard, Turnip,
Beet Greens)
Wash
thoroughly, trim tough stems. steam until wilted
but
not
soggy. Use bottom tray of dehydrator but be careful
not
to
scorch. Place on tray.
Very
brittle
4
-10hrs
Mushrooms
Select
mushrooms with cap curling under-these are
young
and
tender. Brush off dirt or wipe with damp cloth.
Slice,
chop
or dry whole, depending on size. Place on tray.
Leathery to
brittle,
depending
on size and
age.
3
-10hrs
Protein
Jerky
Marinate
sliced meat 4-12 hours in the refrigerator.
Season,
place
on dehydrator trays.
Leathery
8
-12hrs

Care and Maintenance
Page 9
REMEMBER
1. The best results are achieved when the quality of the food is high. Be sure to
select ripe produce in good condition, as one bad portion may give an off-
flavor to the entire lot.
2. Clean produce is important . Wash thoroughly, remove soft or spoiled areas,
slice and pre-treat if necessary. Be certain that your hands, your cutting
utensils and your food preparing area are also clean.
3. You can expect variation in the drying times. Drying times are affected by the
size of the load, thickness of the sliced produce, humidity of the air, and the
moisture content of the food itself.
4. Be sure to let the produce cool before testing for dryness.
5. Trays may be fully loaded, if desired, with pieces barely touching but not
overlapping.
6. About six to ten percent of the moisture may remain in your foods without
danger of spoilage. Many dried foods will have a leathery consistency, rather
like licorice.
7. To remove seeds or pits from prunes, grapes, cherries, etc., dehydrate 50%
then pop seeds out. This prevents juice from dripping out.
8. To clean dehydrator, wipe with damp cloth or sponge and mild soap.
9. Do not pour liquids in the dehydrator.
10. Before cleaning check if the appliance is unplugged and allow to cool
down.
11. Clean the body of the appliance with a wet sponge and than wipe it dry.
12. Do not use metal brushes, abrasive and rigid cleaning tools for cleaning the
appliance, because it can damage the surface.

Warranty Information
Page 10
This product has been manufactured under the highest
standards of quality and workmanship. We warrant to the
original consumer purchaser that all aspects of this product will
be free of defects in material and workmanship for one year
from the date of purchase. A replacement for any defective
part will be supplied free of charge for installation by the
consumer. Defects or damage caused by the use of other than
genuine parts are not covered by this warranty. This warranty
shall be effective from the date of purchase as shown in the
purchaser receipt.
This warranty is valid for the original consumer purchaser only
and excludes industrial, commercial or business use of the
product, product damage due to shipment or failure which
results from alteration, product abuse, or product misuse,
whether performed by a contractor , service company , or
consumer. We will not be responsible for labor charges and/or
damage incurred in installation, repair or replacement nor for
incidental or consequential damage.