Maxkon BY1159 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FOOD DEHYDRATOR
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Read this booklet thoroughly before using and save it for
future reference.

Read this booklet thoroughly before using and save it for
future reference.
Safety Guides
When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be
followed including:
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Always ensure the voltage on the rating label corresponds to the voltage
in your home.
Check the power cord and plug regularly for any damage. If the cord or
the plug is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified electrician or a
service repair centre. If in doubt please contact our customer service
team.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
– farm houses;
– by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
– bed and breakfast type environments.
This appliance is intended for domestic use only. Industrial or commercial
use will void the warranty. The supplier cannot be held responsible for
injury or damage if the appliance has been used for anything other than
its intended use.
Incorrect operation and use can damage the appliance and cause injury to
the user.
Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or damaged in anyway. If
the unit has been damaged take the unit for examination and or repair by
an authorised service agent.
Do not immerse or expose the motor assembly, plug or the power cord in
water or any other liquid for any reason.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or
by someone who is suitably qualified to avoid a potential hazard.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter. Ensure that
the cord is not in a position where it can be pulled or tripped over
accidentally.
Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces and do not place the cord
near hot gas, electric burners or in a heated oven.
Use of an extension cord with this appliance is not recommended.

However if it is necessary to use an extension cord, ensure that the
extension cord is equal to or greater than the power consumption of the
appliance to avoid overheating of the appliance and extension cord. Do
not use any other appliance on the extension cord. Do not place the
extension cord in a position where it can be pulled on by children or
animals or be tripped over.
Always operate the appliance on a smooth, even and stable surface. Do not
place the unit on a hot surface.
Always remove the plug of the appliance safely. Do not pull on the
appliances cord to remove the appliance plug from the electrical socket.
Never handle or operate the appliance with wet hands.
Do not cover the air holes of the appliance.
The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or
separate remote-control system.
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.

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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. Turn the main switch of the electrical power supply on.
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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. The time range is
between 1hr-48hrs
2. Press the “Temp” to adjust the temperature to increase or decrease. The
temperature range is 40℃-70℃。
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.
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.
DRYING TIPS:
Drying time for pre-treatment fruit will vary according to the following factors:

1) thickness of pieces or slices
2) number of trays with food being dried
3) volume of food being dried
4) moisture or humidity in your environment
5) your preferences of drying for each type of dried food
It is recommended to:
Check your food every hour.
Label food with contents dried, date and weight before drying. It will also be helpful to
note the drying time for future reference.
Pretreated food will give the best effect in drying.
Correct food storage after drying also will help to keep food in good quality and save
the nutrients.
STORAGE
Store food only after they have cooled down.
Food can be kept longer if stored in a cool, dry and dark place.
Remove all the air you possibly can from the storage container and close tightly.
Optimal storage temperature is 15℃ or lower.
Never store food directly in a metal container.
Avoid containers that “breathe” or have a weak seal.
Check the contents of your dried food for moisture during the weeks following
dehydration. If there is moisture inside, you should dehydrate the contents for a longer
time to avoid spoiling.
For best quality, dried fruit, vegetables, herbs, nuts, bread should not be kept for more
than 1 year, if kept in the refrigerator or freezer.
Dried meats, poultry and fish should be stored for no more than 3 months if kept in the
refrigerator, or 1 year if kept in the freezer.
Maintenance/Cleaning Method
After using, unplug the dehydrator from the power supply and let it cool down before
cleaning. Use a soft brush to remove food sticking on the trays. Dry all parts with a dry
cloth before storing the dehydrator.
Clean the surface of body with wet cloth.
Use paper towels to remove any excess marinade.
Do not clean the appliance with aggressive chemicals or abrasives in order not to
damage the surface.
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