Silvercrest SDA 260 A1 Instruction sheet

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Contents
Introduction................................................................................................................ 3
Intended use............................................................................................................... 3
Package contents ....................................................................................................... 4
Controls and displays ................................................................................................. 4
Technical specifications ............................................................................................... 5
Safety instructions ...................................................................................................... 5
Before you start ....................................................................................................... 11
General information about dehydrating.....................................................................................................11
Getting started ......................................................................................................... 12
Using the appliance for the first time........................................................................................................... 12
Using the dehydrator ............................................................................................... 13
Preparing food for dehydration................................................................................................................... 13
Setting up the dehydrator ............................................................................................................................14
Filling and installing the dehydration trays................................................................................................. 14
Switching on and programming the dehydrator........................................................................................15
Tips for good dehydration results................................................................................................................16
Maintenance/cleaning.............................................................................................. 19
Storing the dehydrator.................................................................................................................................20
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 21
Environmental regulations and disposal information ............................................... 21
Conformity ............................................................................................................... 21
Warranty information .............................................................................................. 22

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Introduction
Thank you for buying a SilverCrest product.
The SilverCrest SDA 260 A1 dehydrator, hereinafter referred to as the dehydrator, can be used for
dehydrating food (e.g. fruit and vegetables) in the home. The digital control panel simplifies timer
programming which means that the dehydration process is fully automatic.
Intended use
This dehydrator is only intended for the dehydration of foodstuffs in the home and is not intended for
commercial use. The dehydrator may only be used indoors. Not suitable for outdoor use. Always make
sure the dehydrator is on a stable surface.
The appliance fulfils all relevant norms and standards relating to CE conformity. Any modifications to the
appliance other than recommended changes by the manufacturer may result in these standards no longer
being met.
Predictable misuse
Do not use the dehydrator outdoors.
Do not use the dehydrator as a heater.
The dehydrator is not intended for heating food or keeping food
warm.
The dehydrator is not designed for use with an external timer or a
separate remote control system.

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Package contents
Base unit with power cable 5x dehydration trays
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Lid These operating instructions
(line-art illustration)
Controls and displays
These operating instructions have a fold-out cover. On the inside of the cover, the dehydrator is shown
with a numbered key. The meanings of the numbers are as follows:
1 Lid
2 Dehydration trays
3 Power cable
4 Base unit
5 Display
6 – button: Decrease value
7 Temp button: Sets the dehydration temperature
8 Start/Reset button: Switches the dehydrator on/off, cancels the current dehydration process
9 Timer button: Sets the dehydration time
10 + button: Increase value

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Technical specifications
Manufacturer: TARGA GmbH
Model: SilverCrest SDA 260 A1
Operating voltage: 230 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz
Power: 230 W to 260 W
Power cable length: 120 cm
Operation: Digital control panel with display
Dehydration temperature: 35°C to 70°C, adjustable in increments of 5 °C
Dehydration time: 00:30 hours to 22:00 hours, adjustable in increments of 00:30
hours
Dimensions: Dehydration trays nested within each other:
approx. 30.5 x 32 x 29.5 cm (W x D x H)
Dehydration trays stacked on top of each other:
approx. 30.5 x 32 x 38.5 cm (W x D x H)
Spacing of dehydration trays: Dehydration trays nested within each other: approx. 2.6 cm
Dehydration trays stacked on top of each other: approx. 4.7 cm
Environmental conditions: Operating temperature 10 to 35 °C
Storage temperature: 1 to 40 °C
Weight: approx. 2,495 g
Lid approx. 250 g
Dehydration tray approx. 198 g
Base unit approx. 1,255 g
TÜV Rheinland: Tested safety
Protection Class II:
Safety instructions
Before you use this appliance for the first time, please read the
following notes in this manual and heed all warnings, even if you

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are familiar with handling electronic devices and household
appliances. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place for
future reference. If you sell the appliance or give it away, pass on
the user manual at the same time. It forms parts of the product.
Explanation of symbols
In this user manual, warnings are used as follows.
Risk of electric shock!
This symbol warns of risks which could, if left unheeded,
cause damage to life and limb through electric shock.
Risk of burns!
This symbol warns of hot surfaces.
WARNING!
This symbol denotes important information for the safe
operation of the product and user safety. It warns against
risks which could, if left unheeded, cause danger to life and
limb, injuries or material damage.
Risk of fire!
This symbol warns that fires could start if the warning is left
unheeded.
This symbol denotes further information on the topic.
Children and persons with disabilities
This appliance may be used by children over the age of 8 and by
persons with reduced physical, sensory, or intellectual abilities or

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with limited experience or knowledge, if under supervision or if they
have been instructed in the safe use of the device and have
understood the resulting dangers. Do not allow children to play with
the appliance. Children may clean and perform maintenance on the
appliance only under supervision.
Children under the age of 8 must be kept away from the appliance
and the power cable.
WARNING of suffocation!
Packaging material is not a toy. Do not allow children to
play with plastic bags. There is a risk of suffocation.
Keep the appliance out of the reach of children.
General safety instructions
Risk of electric shock!

The base unit housing (4) of the dehydrator and the
power cable (3) must not be damaged. Never replace a
damaged power cord, instead contact our hotline (see
"Warranty information" on page 22). If the base unit
housing (4) or power cable (3) is damaged, there is a
risk of electric shock. Therefore, ensure that all
accessories of the dehydration unit are undamaged
before each use.
 Do not open the base unit housing (4), it contains no
serviceable parts. Opening the base unit housing (4) can
expose you to the risk of electric shock.

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 If you notice any smoke, unusual noises or strange
smells, switch off the appliance immediately and remove
the plug from the wall outlet. If this occurs, do not
continue to use the device and have it checked out by an
expert. Never inhale smoke from a possible appliance
fire. If you do inadvertently inhale smoke, seek medical
attention. Smoke inhalation can be damaging to your
health.
 Make sure that the power cable (3) cannot be damaged
by sharp edges or hot spots.
 Make sure that the power cord (3) cannot become
crushed or squashed.
 The appliance must always be disconnected from the
mains when left unsupervised and before assembly,
disassembly or cleaning.
 Even when switched off, the dehydrator is not fully
disconnected from the mains. To disconnect the
dehydrator completely from the mains, remove the mains
plug from the wall outlet.
 When disconnecting the power supply from the mains
socket, always pull on the mains plug and never on the
cable itself.
 If you notice visible damage to the dehydrator or the
power cable (3), switch the appliance off, disconnect the
mains plug from the wall outlet and contact customer