Kitchen Advance DHY100 Parts list manual

5 TIER FOOD DEHYDRATOR
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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MODEL: DHY100

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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Requirements 120 V~, 60 Hz, 125 W
Cord Length 3’ 5” Long
Overall Dimensions 12-7/8” Dia. x 12” H
Weight 4.21 lb.
Features: 1 Vented See-Through Lid
5 Adjustable Removable Trays
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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You will need this manual for
the safety warnings and precautions,
assembly, operating, inspection,
maintenance and cleaning procedures,
parts list and assembly diagram. Keep
your invoice with this manual. Write the
invoice number on the inside of the front
cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a
safe and dry place for future reference.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic
safety precautions should always be
followed including the following:
Read all instructions.1.
Do not touch hot surfaces.2. Use
handles or knobs.
To protect against electrical shock3.
do not immerse cord, plugs, or
the main unit in water or other
liquid. Only the Top Lid (1), Lid (2),
the five Food Trays (3), and anything
else that may touch the food, may be
immersed for cleaning. Thoroughly
clean and dry these parts prior to first
use and before every subsequent
use.
Close supervision is necessary4.
when any appliance is used by or
near children.
Unplug from outlet when not in5.
use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off
parts.
Do not operate any appliance with6.
a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions or has
been damaged in any manner.
The use of accessory attachments7.
not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
Do not use outdoors.8.
Do not let cord hang over edge9.
of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas10.
or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
Extreme caution must be used11.
when moving an appliance.
Do not use appliance for other12.
than intended use.
This appliance has a polarized13.
plug (one blade is wider than
the other). This plug will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. To
reduce the risk of electric shock,
this plug is intended to fit into a
polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not change the
plug in any way.

Maintain labels and nameplates14.
on the Dehydrator. These carry
important information.
Use personal safety devices, they15.
reduce the risk for injury. Always
wear oven mittens when handling hot
cookware.
Maintain a safe working16.
environment. Keep the work area
well lit. Make sure there is adequate
surrounding workspace. Always keep
the work area free of obstructions
and other debris. Do not use this
product in a damp or wet location.
Do not use metal utensils with the17.
Dehydrator. They may cause fire
and the risk of electric shock.
Do not operate the Dehydrator18.
near draperies, curtains, and walls.
These flammable materials may
catch fire from this electric appliance.
Always unplug the Dehydrator19.
from its electrical outlet and allow
the product to cool completely
before performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
Do not clean with metal scouring20.
pads. Metal pieces can break off
the pads and touch electrical parts
involving risk of shock.
Do not store anything other than21.
the manufacturer’s recommended
accessories in this unit when not
in use.
Keep bystanders and children22.
at a distance while operating the
Dehydrator.
Do not immerse electrical23.
components in water.
The warnings, precautions, and24.
instructions discussed in this
instruction manual cannot cover
all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. It must
be understood by the operator that
common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into
this product, but must be supplied
by the operator.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Power Cord Safety
A short power supply cord is provided1.
to reduce risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping
over a longer cord.
Longer extension cords are available2.
and may be used if care is exercised
in their use.
If a long extension cord is used,3.
the marked electrical rating of thea.
(detachable power supply cord or)
extension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the
appliance,
if the appliance is of the groundedb.
type, the extension cord should be a
grounding type 3-wire cord, and
the longer cord should be arrangedc.
so that it will not drape over the
counter top or tabletop where it can
be pulled on by children or tripped
over.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Note: Before using, wash the Lid (2)
and the five Food Trays (3) in hot,
soapy water, taking care to rinse
completely. Dry with a soft cloth.
Wipe the base with a soft clean
cloth or sponge. NEVER IMMERSE
BASE, CORD OR PLUG IN WATER
OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
Before using, make sure the1.
Dehydrator unit is unplugged.
Clean all parts before assembling.2.
Always wash the Food Trays (3) and
Lid (2) before each use. This will
prevent food contamination.
Place the base assembly on a flat, 3.
smooth surface near an electrical
outlet.
Prepare, pre-treat, and/or pre-4.
cook the food to be used in the
Dehydrator. Preparation depends
on the type of food to be dried. Some
food will need to have the outer layer
peeled before dehydration.
Pre-treating: Fruits and Vegetables
The enzymes that are responsible
for color, flavor and texture, change
during the life of the produce. This
process will continue during drying
and storage unless the activity
is slowed down. The following
information offers some methods
Food Trays (3) Lid (2)
Bottom (8)
Power Cord (5)
Figure 1

which you may choose to use to
impact this process.
Blanching:a.
Plunge the fruit or vegetables into
boiling water for one or two minutes.
Place in ice water to cool. Blot to
remove excess moisture before
drying.
Steam Blanch:b.
Use steam for about four (4) minutes
and then place in ice water to cool.
Blot to remove excess moisture
before drying.
Fruitc.
Dip:Plunge the fruit into lemon or
pineapple juice for two to three
minutes. Blot and place on the tray.
You may also use lime juice, orange
juice, honey or gelatin.
Sodium Bisulfate:d.
Use a USP (United States
Pharmacopeia) grade of this
solution. Dissolve one teaspoon in
one quart of water. This will help
to maintain the food’s natural color.
Blot to remove excess moisture
before drying.
Precooking: Meat
WARNING! This unit is to be used
only on meat that has been pre-
cooked properly. This unit will
NOT heat raw meats enough to kill
the bacteria and other pathogens
present. Steam, roast, or otherwise
heat all pieces of meat to an internal
temperature of at least 160° F (165°
F for poultry).
More than one type of food may be5.
placed on each tray. However, do not
mix meat and fruits/vegetables on the
same tray or place a tray with meat
over a tray with fruits/vegetables. Do
not overlap food or overload trays.
Note: When the unit is plugged in, it’s
warming element will constantly
be on. When you are finished,
unplug the unit to turn it off.
After the food is arranged on a tray,6.
do not place on the base yet. STACK
UP AND SET ASIDE.
Plug the unit into an electrical wall7.
outlet, and allow the unit to preheat
for approximately 5 minutes.
Place the stacked trays on the base.8.
Cover the top tray with the Lid (2).
Allow the food to dry for the chosen
length of time. Drying time depends
on the type of food. Consult recipes
for various food drying techniques;
follow beef*, poultry*, or fish jerky*
drying recipes very carefully.
Experimenting with different foods
will help you determine the length
of time needed for various foods.
Purchasing recipe books or
checking on the Web for free recipes
are good sources. Adjust the Top Lid
(1) accordingly.
*WARNING! This unit is to be used on
meat only if it has been precooked
to at least 160° F (165* F for poultry)
throughout first. This unit will NOT heat
raw meats enough to kill the bacteria
and other pathogens present.

Suggested Drying Times
Drying times will change according to the humidity of the air, the temperature of the room, and the
moisture content of the food item being dried. You will need to experiment with small portions first to
become familiar with the time it will take to dry your chosen food item. Below are some general guidelines
for some foods which are commonly dried. Use this table only as a guide, as drying times will vary.
Food Done When Food Is: Estimated Drying Time
Apples Pliable 1-2 Days
Apricots Pliable 2-3 Days
Bananas Crisp 1 -1.5 Days
Orange Rind Brittle 1 -1.5 Days
Peaches Pliable and Leathery 2-3 Days
Watermelon Pliable and Sticky 2-3 Days
Artichoke Hearts Brittle 1-1.5 Days
Beets Deep Red and Brittle 1-2 Days
Carrots Leathery 1-2 Days
Corn Brittle 1-2 Days
Pumpkin Leathery 2 Days
Tomatoes Leathery 1.5-3 Days
Meat*, Poultry*, or Fish* Jerky
marinate and thoroughly precook (see page 6) first Leathery 1-2 Days
Check the food periodically before9.
the dehydration period is complete.
Check for desired dryness. Remove
individual pieces and store in
containers or food bags. For food
that is not quite done, leave in the
Dehydrator but check frequently.
Store all food that is not going to10.
be eaten within a day or two in the
refrigerator or freezer. Be sure to use
freezer-proof storage containers or
freezer bags. Seal tightly. Properly
home-dried jerky can be stored 1 to 2
months without freezing.
When finished using the Dehydrator,11.
unplug the unit.
WASH THE FOOD TRAYS (3) AND12.
LID (2) AFTER EACH USE. Wipe
any food particles from the base.
Make sure the trays and cover are
completely dry before stacking the
trays back in the unit and storing
away.

INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE,
AND CLEANING
1. WARNING! Make sure the
Dehydrator is unplugged from its
electrical outlet and allowed to cool
before performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
BEFORE EACH USE,2. inspect the
general condition of the Dehydrator.
Check for loose screws, misalignment
or binding of moving parts, cracked
or broken parts, damaged electrical
wiring, and any other condition that
may affect its safe operation. If
abnormal noise or vibration occurs,
have the problem corrected before
further use. Do not use damaged
equipment.
After each use, wash the Top Lid (2)3.
and the Food Trays (3) in hot, soapy
water, taking care to rinse completely.
Dry with a soft cloth.
Clean the outside of the Dehydrator4.
with a clean, damp cloth. Never
use abrasive cleaners; they will
damage the unit. You may use a mild
detergent. Never submerge the outer
base, or any other part not mentioned
in number 3 above, in water or any
other liquid.
Remove residue. Then, wipe with a5.
damp cloth. Allow it to dry completely
before reusing. You must keep the
Bottom (8) free from any foreign
objects or the Dehydrator will not
operate properly.
Note: Improper cooking may cause
unpleasant odors while using the
Dehydrator.
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