Gourmia GFD1550 User manual

CUT + DRY AUTO DEHYDRATOR
MODEL# GFD1550

© 2016 Gourmia
www.Gourmia.com
The Steelstone Group
Brooklyn, NY
All rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be reproduced by any means whatsoever
without written permission from The Steelstone Group, except for the inclusion of quotations in
a media review.
Although every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, The Steelstone
Group assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Nor is any liability assumed for damages
resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Although every eort has been made
to ensure that the information contained in this manual is complete and accurate, The Steelstone
Group is not engaged in rendering professional advice or services to the individual consumer;
further, The Steelstone Group shall not be held responsible for any loss or damage allegedly
arising from any information or suggestion in this manual.
10987654321
Printed in China
Enjoy Naturally Good-for-You
Dried Snacks & Treats from GOURMIA!
With the purchase of the Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator, you are entering the sweet,
healthful and delicious world of natural snacking! Now, you can prepare the freshly
dried fruit, herbs, flowers, vegetables and meat you like with very little effort.
Consider all the snacks you’d like to eat and enjoy…fresh fruit slices, earthy dried
beets, sweet dried carrots, delectable dried pineapple, super-sweet strawberries-
the list goes on and on! The results of natural dehydration are not only delicious,
they are truly healthful and certainly less costly than purchased dried foods.
We are sure you and your family will love all the delicious trail mixes, granola, dried
herbs, meat jerky and other dehydrated treats you will prepare in the Gourmia Cut
+ Dry Auto Dehydrator. It’s never been so easy!
The following pages of this manual give you full and complete instructions for all
the functions and features of your Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator. Inside these pages,
you’ll find safety information, instructions for operating, assembly, cleaning and
maintenance of your Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator. You’ll also find helpful charts for
preparing foods for dehydration, along with pre-treatment suggestions and
helpful hints. Please read all safety instructions and complete directions carefully
for safe usage at all times.
Thank you for your purchase! We hope you will enjoy all the innovative products
brought to you by our family at Gourmia.

© 2016 Gourmia
www.Gourmia.com
The Steelstone Group
Brooklyn, NY
All rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be reproduced by any means whatsoever
without written permission from The Steelstone Group, except for the inclusion of quotations in
a media review.
Although every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, The Steelstone
Group assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Nor is any liability assumed for damages
resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Although every eort has been made
to ensure that the information contained in this manual is complete and accurate, The Steelstone
Group is not engaged in rendering professional advice or services to the individual consumer;
further, The Steelstone Group shall not be held responsible for any loss or damage allegedly
arising from any information or suggestion in this manual.
10987654321
Printed in China
Enjoy Naturally Good-for-You
Dried Snacks & Treats from GOURMIA!
With the purchase of the Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator, you are entering the sweet,
healthful and delicious world of natural snacking! Now, you can prepare the freshly
dried fruit, herbs, flowers, vegetables and meat you like with very little effort.
Consider all the snacks you’d like to eat and enjoy…fresh fruit slices, earthy dried
beets, sweet dried carrots, delectable dried pineapple, super-sweet strawberries-
the list goes on and on! The results of natural dehydration are not only delicious,
they are truly healthful and certainly less costly than purchased dried foods.
We are sure you and your family will love all the delicious trail mixes, granola, dried
herbs, meat jerky and other dehydrated treats you will prepare in the Gourmia Cut
+ Dry Auto Dehydrator. It’s never been so easy!
The following pages of this manual give you full and complete instructions for all
the functions and features of your Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator. Inside these pages,
you’ll find safety information, instructions for operating, assembly, cleaning and
maintenance of your Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator. You’ll also find helpful charts for
preparing foods for dehydration, along with pre-treatment suggestions and
helpful hints. Please read all safety instructions and complete directions carefully
for safe usage at all times.
Thank you for your purchase! We hope you will enjoy all the innovative products
brought to you by our family at Gourmia.

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SAFETY FIRST P. 6
FEATURES & FUNCTIONS p. 8
BEFORE FIRST USE p. 12
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING p. 14
FOOD SELECTION & PREPARATION p. 16
FOOD DRYING GUIDE p.20
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE p. 22
WARRANTY p. 24
TABLE OF CONTENTS

5
SAFETY FIRST P. 6
FEATURES & FUNCTIONS p. 8
BEFORE FIRST USE p. 12
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING p. 14
FOOD SELECTION & PREPARATION p. 16
FOOD DRYING GUIDE p.20
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE p. 22
WARRANTY p. 24
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When operating this electric appliance, basic safety instructions should always be
followed. Refer to the following for these instructions.
1. READ ALL SAFETY & USAGE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
DEHYDRATOR.
2. EXERCISE CAUTION: Do not touch hot surfaces or trays while dehydrating.
Burns may occur.
3. AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Do not immerse cord, plug or the Dehydrator
Base in water or other liquid.
4. Use pot holders, if needed, when handling the Drying Trays or EasyVue Lid.
5. UNPLUG Dehydrator from outlet when not in use or before cleaning.
DO NOT add or remove parts or accessories while hot. Do not let cord hang
over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
6. Children should not use Dehydrator unsupervised; close supervision is
required when appliance is used near or with children.
7. Never touch, cover or obstruct the Top Air Vent or Bottom Air Intake during
or after operation. Hot air may cause burns. Keep children away from Vent
and Intake.
8. Operate the Dehydrator on a level surface well away from any hot gas or
electrical burner, heat source, combustible spray cans or pressurized items.
9. DO NOToperate the Dehydrator outdoors.
10. Never operate the Dehydrator with a damaged cord or plug or one that has
malfunctioned or been damaged in any way. Immediately contact Customer
Service for analysis.
11. DO NOT add unauthorized accessory attachments. Such use may result in
electric shock, injury or fire.
12. Use only factory cord supplied; NEVER add extension cords. When done
using, switch control to OFF then pull plug from outlet.
13. DO NOT operate the Dehydrator when empty
14. Do not use the Dehydrator for any use other than intended. Do not use on
or near a stovetop or other heat source.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Electrical Polarized Plug: This Dehydrator
has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, the plug is intended to be used by
inserting it into the electrical outlet only one
way. If the plug does not t securely into the
outlet, turn the plug and re-insert. Do not
modify this plug. If the plug does not t the
outlet securely, call a qualied electrician
for assistance. DO NOT use this plug with
extension cords of any kind.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

76
SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When operating this electric appliance, basic safety instructions should always be
followed. Refer to the following for these instructions.
1. READ ALL SAFETY & USAGE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
DEHYDRATOR.
2. EXERCISE CAUTION: Do not touch hot surfaces or trays while dehydrating.
Burns may occur.
3. AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Do not immerse cord, plug or the Dehydrator
Base in water or other liquid.
4. Use pot holders, if needed, when handling the Drying Trays or EasyVue Lid.
5. UNPLUG Dehydrator from outlet when not in use or before cleaning.
DO NOT add or remove parts or accessories while hot. Do not let cord hang
over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
6. Children should not use Dehydrator unsupervised; close supervision is
required when appliance is used near or with children.
7. Never touch, cover or obstruct the Top Air Vent or Bottom Air Intake during
or after operation. Hot air may cause burns. Keep children away from Vent
and Intake.
8. Operate the Dehydrator on a level surface well away from any hot gas or
electrical burner, heat source, combustible spray cans or pressurized items.
9. DO NOToperate the Dehydrator outdoors.
10. Never operate the Dehydrator with a damaged cord or plug or one that has
malfunctioned or been damaged in any way. Immediately contact Customer
Service for analysis.
11. DO NOT add unauthorized accessory attachments. Such use may result in
electric shock, injury or fire.
12. Use only factory cord supplied; NEVER add extension cords. When done
using, switch control to OFF then pull plug from outlet.
13. DO NOT operate the Dehydrator when empty
14. Do not use the Dehydrator for any use other than intended. Do not use on
or near a stovetop or other heat source.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Electrical Polarized Plug: This Dehydrator
has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, the plug is intended to be used by
inserting it into the electrical outlet only one
way. If the plug does not t securely into the
outlet, turn the plug and re-insert. Do not
modify this plug. If the plug does not t the
outlet securely, call a qualied electrician
for assistance. DO NOT use this plug with
extension cords of any kind.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

9
FEATURES & FUNCTIONS
A. Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator Base: The Base for the Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator
holds 5 Drying Trays and the EasyVue Lid. The Drying Trays easily stack and align one
on top of the other. You may use one tray or all ve, depending on how much food
you choose to dehydrate. The Automatic Fan sits in the interior of the Base below the
Drying Trays . The Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator is specially designed to securely hold
food on trays while drying.
B. Internal Automatic Fan: The Automatic Fan is housed internally and circulates
warm air throughout the dehydrator for uniform drying. The Automatic Fan operates
as directed by the LCD Easy Control Panel.
C. Bottom Air Intake Vents The Bottom Air Intake Vents on the Cut + Dry Auto
Dehydrator pulls air into the unit and pushes it through the dehydrator housing and
trays. Do not obstruct or cover the Bottom Air Intake Vents during operation or while
cooling after use.
D. EasyVue Lid: An important feature of the Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator is the EasyVue
Lid, which is transparent for quick viewing. The process of drying can be observed
without opening the Lid, which reduces the loss of heat and allows views of all tray
levels
E. Drying Trays: There are 5 (ve) plastic Drying Trays included with the Cut + Dry
Auto Dehydrator. One of the trays is the Center Cap Tray, which must be placed on top
of all other trays used. The EasyVue Lid is placed over the Center Cap Tray.
The trays provide enough space to dry a substantial amount of food in one easy
operation. Note that the plastic trays are not designed to hold heavy foods. They are
perforated thoroughly to allow air to circulate for drying.
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FEATURES & FUNCTIONS
A
B C
D
E

9
FEATURES & FUNCTIONS
A. Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator Base: The Base for the Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator
holds 5 Drying Trays and the EasyVue Lid. The Drying Trays easily stack and align one
on top of the other. You may use one tray or all ve, depending on how much food
you choose to dehydrate. The Automatic Fan sits in the interior of the Base below the
Drying Trays . The Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator is specially designed to securely hold
food on trays while drying.
B. Internal Automatic Fan: The Automatic Fan is housed internally and circulates
warm air throughout the dehydrator for uniform drying. The Automatic Fan operates
as directed by the LCD Easy Control Panel.
C. Bottom Air Intake Vents The Bottom Air Intake Vents on the Cut + Dry Auto
Dehydrator pulls air into the unit and pushes it through the dehydrator housing and
trays. Do not obstruct or cover the Bottom Air Intake Vents during operation or while
cooling after use.
D. EasyVue Lid: An important feature of the Cut + Dry Auto Dehydrator is the EasyVue
Lid, which is transparent for quick viewing. The process of drying can be observed
without opening the Lid, which reduces the loss of heat and allows views of all tray
levels
E. Drying Trays: There are 5 (ve) plastic Drying Trays included with the Cut + Dry
Auto Dehydrator. One of the trays is the Center Cap Tray, which must be placed on top
of all other trays used. The EasyVue Lid is placed over the Center Cap Tray.
The trays provide enough space to dry a substantial amount of food in one easy
operation. Note that the plastic trays are not designed to hold heavy foods. They are
perforated thoroughly to allow air to circulate for drying.
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FEATURES & FUNCTIONS
A
B C
D
E

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FEATURES & FUNCTIONS
FEATURES & FUNCTIONS
F. LCD Control Panel: The LCD Control Panel holds the electronic instructions for
drying foods. Set the time and temperature as desired and the Cut + Dry Auto
Dehydrator does the rest.
1. LCD Display
2. On-O Button
3. + Button
4. — Button
5. SET Button
See complete instructions for the LCD Control Panel in the section “Assembly &
Operating” (p. 15).