New House Kitchen NH43-SQ-9 User manual

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CUSTOMER SERVICE: 888.363.5523 | customerser[email protected]
NH43-SQ-9
FOOD
DEHYDRATOR
9 TRAY
USER GUIDE

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1Safety Instructions
2Features
4Operating Instructions
10 Cleaning and Maintenance
11 Terms and Conditions
12 Warranty Card
Contents
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction manual before using.
Congratulations on your purchase!
Every New House Kitchen™ product is manufactured to the highest standards of performance
and safety, and we are condent that you will be so satised with your purchase that New
House Kitchen™ will be your go-to company for appliances in the future.
Customer satisfaction is a key element of our company’s philosophy. The New House
Kitchen™ brand exists to provide consumers with a truly value-focused kitchen appliance to
ensure cooking is always seamless. By questioning and adding value and innovation at every
touch point in the manufacturer to end user journey, New House Kitchen™ provides home
chefs with the tools they need to achieve picture-perfect results with maximum eciency. In
addition to manufacturing appliances that are dependable, aordable, and built with intuitive
features to enhance your kitchen experience, we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the line
post purchase support, including a comprehensive manufacturer's 1-year warranty as well as
outstanding after-sales service support through our dedicated customer service team.
In the unlikely event that your product does not operate as described in the manual please
feel free to call or email our helpline for assistance. We understand that sometimes products
can malfunction, so if you feel that your appliance is not operating as it should, warranty
claims can be made within one year from the date of purchase when accompanied by a
dated receipt.
This guarantee is in addition to your statutory rights; your statutory rights are not aected.
This limited warranty does not apply in cases of damage caused by accident, improper use,
abuse or force majeure.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights. Rights may vary depending on your state or
province of residence. Some locations do not allow limitations on implied warranties or
special incidental, or consequential damages, so the limitations may not apply to you. This
limited warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is tampered with in any way whatsoever.
Our telephone helpline [phone] is available for questions or technical assistance—
Monday-Friday 9 am to 5 pm EST.
Customers can also receive support via email: customerser[email protected].

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THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
WARNING: When using electrical appliances especially when children are present, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and/or injury to
persons, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. EXERCISE EXTREME 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 in water or other
liquid.
4. Use pot holders or oven mitts when handling the hot drying trays, drip pan, door, or protective
food sheet.
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, including the dehydrator.
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 back 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 not operate 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 re.
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.
15. WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.
16. WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
17. WARNING: Please remove protective cardboard insert from inside the unit before use. Failure
to do so may result in re or injury
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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Features
1. Control Panel
2. Top Air Vent
3. Transparent Door
4. Drying Tray
5. Protective Food Sheet
6. Drip Pan
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INCREASE / + TIMER ON / OFF TEMPERATURE DECREASE / –
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Operating Instructions
BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Place the dehydrator on a level, at surface that is clean and dry.
2. Ensure that the dehydrator is several inches away from obstructions, such as
walls, cabinets, doors, and other appliances. Allow enough room above the
dehydrator so the door can be fully opened.
3. Wash the Drying Trays and Protective Food Sheet in warm, sudsy water. Dry
thoroughly.
4. Use a soft damp cloth to clean the exterior of the dehydrator and Door.
Dry with a paper towel or soft cloth.
5. Read safety instructions.
6. Press the ON/OFF Icon to start the dehydrator drying process. Dry the interior
and Drying Trays for 30 minutes before adding food. This helps dry the interior
for initial use. Smoke or odors are normal during the initial 30 minute drying
time. Allow sucient ventilation.
7. Insert Drying Trays into the dehydrator and enjoy!
SETTING TIME AND TEMP SETTINGS TO START
1. Place prepared foods on the Drying Trays (see p. 17 for food preparation
tips). Do not overload the Drying Trays with food.
2. Food should be placed on Drying Trays in single layers ONLY, not touching or
overlapping in any way.
3. Plug the polarized plug into a compatible outlet. A BEEP sound indicates the
dehydrator is receiving power.
4. Slide the Door down until it is securely closed.
5. Press the ON/OFF Icon on the Control Panel. The drying process will begin
right away. The Automatic Fan will start rst. The interior Heating Element
will begin automatically heating within 5 seconds.
6. The LED Display on the Control Panel will display the default drying time of
10 hours (10:00).
7. Press the TEMP Icon on the Control Panel. The LED Display will show the
default TEMP of 158°F. The LED Display will then automatically return to
display the drying time remaining.
Features and Functions
Housing
The Housing unit holds the Drying Trays in integrated slots, the Automatic
Fan and other interior workings. It also contains the removable Protective
Food Sheet and Drip Pan. It is specially designed to securely hold foods on
trays while drying.
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 LED Control Panel.
Top Air Vent
Air is removed from the dehydrator via the Top Air Vent. Do not obstruct or
cover the vent during operation or while cooling after use.
Back Air Intake
The Back Air Intake on the dehydrator pulls air into the unit and pushes it
through the dehydrator housing and trays. Do not obstruct or cover the Back
Air Intake during operation or while cooling after use.
Transparent Door
The process of drying can be observed without opening the door. This
reduces the loss of heat and allows views of all tray levels.
Drying Trays
The plastic trays are not designed to hold very heavy foods. They are
perforated to allow air to circulate for drying and to allow any moisture or
debris to fall to the drip pan.
The Protective Food Sheet
If foods are fragile or thinly sliced, the Protective Food Sheet has smaller
perforations that hold the food intact as it dries. It should be used exclusively
when making fruit roll-ups or leathers, and it should always be used on top
of a drying tray. Lightly coat the Protective Food Sheet with cooking spray
before adding fruit or other fragile foods for drying. This will allow food to slip
easily o the sheet after drying.
Drip Pan
Although many foods will not drip moisture or debris while drying, the Drip
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CHANGING TIME AND TEMP SETTINGS WHILE DRYING
Occasionally, it may be appropriate to speed the drying process or slow it
down, depending on how the drying is proceeding. In order to do so, follow
the simple Step-by-Step instructions that follow.
NOTE: The Time remaining in the drying process is always shown on the
LED display during the process.
1. To change the drying time, WHILE IN PROCESS, Press the "+" icon to
increase the time or the "–" to decrease the time. The time will increase/
decrease in
30 minute increments. When the new time is set, the LED display will show
the new drying time.
2. To change the temperature WHILE IN PROCESS, press the TEMP icon then
press the "+" icon to increase the temperature or the "–" to decrease the
temperature. The temperature will increase/decrease in 9ºF increments.
When the new temperature is set, the LED display will automatically
return
to indicate the remaining drying time.
NOTE: Verify the new temperature by pressing the TEMP icon.
NOTE: To reset the time and temperature to the default of 10 hours and
TEMP of 158ºF, press the ON/OFF icon to turn O. Press the ON/OFF icon to
turn On.
CAUTION: Use caution when opening the door while food is drying. Although
temperatures are not very high, burns can occur from the hot air. Use pot
holders or mitts while opening and closing the door and handling the drying
trays. Opening the door can increase drying time.
WHEN DRYING PROCESS IS COMPLETE
When the drying process is complete, the LED display will indicate "0:00".
The heating element will automatically turn o. The automatic fan will
automatically turn o after 10 seconds. The dehydrator will beep for 20
seconds as an indicator that the drying process is complete. The LED
display will display "END".
Press the ON/OFF icon to turn o the dehydrator. Carefully remove food
on trays using pot holders or oven mitts. Unplug power cord from the wall
outlet.
FOOD DEHYDRATING GUIDE
The drying time for any food is dependent on several factors, including the
thickness of the food, the amount of food in the dehydrator, the type of foods to be
dried and the humidity levels of the weather. Because of these factors, you will want
to occasionally check the food as it dries and determine whether or not it is ready to
be removed.
One easy way to determine if food is dried is to place a piece in a small, self
sealing plastic bag. Seal the bag and shake it lightly. If moisture appears, the
food is not ready to be removed.
DRYING FRUIT HINTS & TIPS
• Select fruit that is ripe; avoid fruit that is not yet ripe or over-ripe. If not yet ripe,
the texture and taste may be unappealing; if over-ripe, the texture may be
mushy and the avor bland.
• Wash fruit just before drying to remove any debris or dirt.
• Do not use fruit that has blemishes, evidence of bug infestation or worms, or
discoloration.
• Cut o parts of fruit that appear to be bruised or damaged in transit.
• Discard pits, stones, seeds and other inedible parts of the fruit.
• Peel fruit, if desired, or if rinds or peels lend a bitter or unappetizing taste or
texture.
• Always peel waxed or sprayed fruit.
• Slice or cut fruit as desired (see notes following).
CUTTING & SLICING HINTS & TIPS
Fruit can be peeled and quartered, such as apricots, or sliced thinly, whichever
method is best suited to the fruit you are using. Cut plums, cherries, and peaches
in half and remove the pits or stones. For fruit such as apples, peel and slice thinly.
Consider pre-treatment for apples to make them especially appetizing (see the
section following). When cutting fruit, the sizes should be uniform so that the drying
is also uniform.
PRE-TREATMENT FOR FRUIT
Preparation for drying can include dipping fruit into their own juices, such as
lemons, limes and other citrus fruit.
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DRYING HERBS & EDIBLE FLOWERS HINTS & TIPS
Rinse thoroughly in cold water and gently dry. Remove any dead or discolored leaves.
Spread on Drying Trays and dry for up to 8 hours. Remove and cool. Break or crush the
herbs and store in a dark, cool place in a self-sealing container. Flowers can be dried in
much the same way and used as garnishes or for avoring.
CAUTION: Be condent that the owers and herbs selected for drying are edible and
pose no danger or threat if consumed. If in doubt, throw away the herbs or owers.
DRYING MEAT HINTS & TIPS
IMPORTANT: The USDA's current recommendation (as of 2017) for making jerky safely is
to pre-heat meat to 160°F and poultry to 165°F before the dehydrating process. This step
ensures that any bacteria present will be destroyed by wet heat. Because this product
only reaches 158°F, before dehydrating meat or poultry, make sure to heat up the
food to the recommended temperature as directed.
Other recommendations include boiling the meat for 5 minutes prior to dehydrating. Once
the internal temperature of the meat (160°F) or poultry (165°F) has reached its respective
recommended temperature, the food is safe to dehydrate.
Another option is to dehydrate the meat or poultry rst and then afterward, place in your
oven at a minimum temperature of 165°F (74°C) for at least 30 minutes.
• To properly dry meat, ALWAYS use temperatures above 140°F to avoid potentially
dangerous bacteria growth.
• Meat must be sliced very thinly to be dried. Partially freeze meat for up to 1 hour.
Remove and slice thinly across the grain. Place on the Drying Trays right away. Do not
crowd or overlap the meat slices.
• When done, test a piece of meat. It should crack when bent without snapping. Remove
and cool completely on racks. Store in sealed plastic bags for up to 2 weeks or freeze
until use.
• Seafood llets should also be thinly sliced. If needed, partially freeze the sh rst, then
thinly slice with a sharp knife. Remove any bones, even small ones, for best results.
• Create a great low fat Teriyaki Chicken Jerky by thinly slicing chicken breasts and
marinating in Teriyaki sauce for 1 hour prior to drying. Arrange on Drying Trays right
away right away and dry at 145ºF until crisp. When done, add crushed red pepper, chili
powder or other spices to kick up the avor.
Sodium Bisulte (food grade) can also be used. Use a ratio of 1 teaspoon to one
quart of water. Dipping fruit into the water mixture preserves color and nutrients.
Steaming can also be used to set color in fruit. Steam only a few minutes over a
gentle heat. Remove and cool completely. Dry with a paper towel and place in the
dehydrator.
DRYING VEGETABLES HINTS & TIPS
As with fruit, the critical component of drying vegetables is to start with the most
fresh, crisp vegetables at the peak of ripeness.
• Unripe vegetables often have an extremely bitter, acidic avor. Avoid any that
are under-ripe or over-ripe for best avor resuIts.
• Wash and dry vegetables just before drying to remove any debris or dirt.
• Do not use vegetables that have blemishes, evidence of bug infestation or
worms, or discoloration.
• Cut o parts of vegetables that appear to be bruised or damaged in transit.
• Discard seeds, stems, rinds and other inedible parts of the vegetable.
• Peel vegetables; almost all vegetables should be peeled or cut before drying.
Rinds or peels lend a bitter or unappetizing taste or texture.
CUTTING & SLICING VEGETABLES HINTS & TIPS
Create uniform pieces for drying; slice or quarter vegetables as needed. Pieces should be no
larger than 1-2 inches in diameter. Cut thin slices of dense vegetables, such as potatoes and
beets. Trim ends and leave some vegetables whole, such as asparagus and green beans.
Pre-treatment of vegetables is usually recommended and is best accomplished by blanching
over boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes, just long enough to set the color and remove acidic
avors. After blanching, arrange on the Drying Trays.
DRYING NUTS HINTS & TIPS
To reduce enzymes, rst soak raw nuts in plenty of water for 24 hours before drying (cashews
for 6 hours). The nuts will expand in size - allow plenty of room in the jar or bowl. Drain the
nuts and dry until crispy, about 10 hours. Store in air-tight containers.
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Operating Instructions Cleaning and Maintenance
FRUIT DRYING TIME TEMP (F) PREPARATION
Apples 6-7 hours 135-145 slice 1/4 inch thick
Bananas 7-8 hours 135-145 slice 1/4 inch thick
Blueberries 36-42 hours 135-145 arrange whole berries
on trays
Grapes 42-48 hours 135-145 slice in half
Mango 4-6 hours 135-145 slice 1/8 inch thick
Pineapple 8-9 hours 135-145 slice 1/4 inch thick
Raspberries 24-48 hours 135-145 arrange whole berries
on trays
Strawberries 8-10 hours 135-145 slice 1/2 inch thick
Tomatoes 6-8 hours 135-145 slice 1/4 inch thick
VEGETABLES DRYING TIME TEMP (F) PREPARATION
Beets 4-6 hours 125-140 peel, slice 1/8 inch
thick
Bell Peppers 10-12 hours 125-140 slice 1/4 inch thick
Broccoli 4-5 hours 125-140 Break into orets
Carrots 4-6 hours 125-140 peel, slice 1/8 inch
thick
Celery 3-4 hours 125-140 slice 1/4 inch thick
Kale 4-5 hours 125-140 Arrange whole leaves
on trays
Mushrooms 3-4 hours 125-140 slice 1/4 inch thick
Summer Squash 4-6 hours 125-140 slice 1/4 inch thick
Yams 4-5 hours 125-140 slice 1/4 inch thick
HERBS DRYING TIME TEMP (F) PREPARATION
4-6 hours 100-115 arrange on trays
MEAT, SEAFOOD
& JERKY DRYING TIME TEMP (F) PREPARATION
Beef, poultry or sh 5-6 hours 150-158 trim fat, slice 1/4 inch
thick
• ALWAYS allow the dehydrator to cool completely before cleaning.
• Unplug the dehydrator before cleaning.
• After each use, clean and dry the Drying Trays and Protective
Food Sheet in warm, soapy water. Use a damp cloth to clean the
dehydrator and door, if needed.
• DO NOT immerse the dehydrator in water. Use nonabrasive cleaners
or soft soap only.
• Do not place Drying Trays or Protective Food Sheet in dishwasher.

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1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Description of Malfunction:
Return your completed warranty card to:
RJ Brands
200 Performance Drive
Suite 207
Mahwah, NJ
07495
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Full Name:
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Phone:
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Warranty
New House Kitchen™ warrants, subject to the conditions stated below, that from the date of purchase, this product will
be free from mechanical defects for a period of ONE (1) year. New House Kitchen™, at its option, will repair or replace
this product found to be defective during the warranty period. Should this product become defective by reason of
improper workmanship or material defect during the specied warranty period, New House Kitchen™ will repair or
replace the same eecting all necessary parts replacements for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
If product is no longer available we will replace it with a product of equal value.Transportation charges on parts, or
products in whole, submitted for repair or replacement, under this warranty, must be borne by the purchaser. This
warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and
waveform other than as specied on the rating label (e.g., 120V ~ 60 Hz).
This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a New House Kitchen™ product that
was purchased at retail for personal, family or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this
warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners.
CONDITIONS: This warranty is valid for the original USA and Canada retail purchaser from the date of initial retail
purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty
service or replacement. Dealers, service centers, or retail stores do not have the right to alter, modify or in any way,
change the terms and conditions of this warranty. Warranty registration is not necessary to obtain warranty on New
House Kitchen™ Products. Save your proof of purchase receipt.
ABOUT YOUR PRODUCT WARRANTY: Most warranty repairs are handled routinely, but sometimes requests for
warranty service may not be appropriate. For example, warranty service would NOT apply if the product damage
occurred because of misuse, lack of routine maintenance, shipping, handling, 3rd party warehousing or improper
installation. Similarly, the warranty is void if the manufacturing date or the serial number on the product has been
removed or the equipment has been altered or modied. During the warranty period, the authorized service dealer, at
its option, will repair or replace any part that, upon examination, is found to be defective under normal use and service.
NORMAL WEAR: This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following:
negligent use or misuse of the product; improper voltage or current; use contrary to the operation instructions; deviation
from instructions regarding storage and transportation; repair or alteration by anyone other than New House Kitchen™
or an authorized service center. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as re, ood, hurricanes and
tornadoes. New House Kitchen™ LLC shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the
breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of
merchantability or tness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty. Some
states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental of consequential damages or
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to
province.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE: If your New House Kitchen™ product should prove to be defective within
the warranty period, we will repair it, or if we think necessary, replace it. To obtain warranty service, simply email
customerser[email protected] or call our toll-free number 1-888-363-5523 for additional information
from our Customer Service Representatives, or send the defective product to Customer Service at New House
Kitchen™, 1 Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, NJ 07495.
This warranty is eective for the time periods listed above and subject to the conditions provided for within this policy.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY:
California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California residents have the option of returning a nonconforming
product (A) to the store where it was purchased or (B) to another retail store which sells New House Kitchen™ products
of the same type. The retail store shall then, at its discretion, either repair the product, refer the consumer to an
independent repair facility, replace the product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to the
consumer’s prior usage of the product. If the above two options do not result in the appropriate relief to the consumer,
the consumer may then take the product to an independent repair facility if service or repair can be economically
accomplished. New House Kitchen™ and not the consumer will be responsible for the reasonable cost of such service,
repair, replacement, or refund for nonconforming products under warranty.
New House Kitchen™ is a registered trademark of RJ BRANDS, LLC.
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