TECHWOOD TDH-511 User manual

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FOOD DESHYDRATOR
Instruction manual
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
❑Please read these instructions carefully before use.
❑Keep present instructions for future references.
❑Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated
on the appliance.
❑Only use the appliance for domestic purposes and
household or similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas, in shops, offices and other working
environments;
- By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
- Environment type like :
• Farm Houses • Bed and Breakfast.
❑Only use the appliance in the way indicated in these
instructions.
❑Never use this unit near bathtub, shower, wash-hand
basins or other containers with water.
❑Never use this apparatus near water projections.
❑Never use this apparatus with the wet hands.
❑If, unfortunately the apparatus is wet, immediately withdraw
the cord of the socket-outlet.
❑Inform potential users of these instructions.
❑Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use.
❑The appliance must be used only for its intended purpose.
No responsibility can be taken for any possible damage caused
by incorrect use or improper handling.
❑Children and persons with disabilities are not always aware
of the danger posed by the use of appliances.
❑This device can be used by children aged 8 years and
older and adults, with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, if they have
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been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
❑Children shall not play with the appliance.
❑Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
❑Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children.
❑In order to ensure your children‘s safety, please keep all
packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their
reach.
❑Caution ! Do not allow small children to play with the foil :
THERE IS A DANGER OF SUFFOCATION !
❑From time to time check the cord for damages. Never use
the appliance if cord or appliance shows any signs of damage.
❑Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid
for any reason whatsoever.
❑Never place it into the dishwasher.
❑Never use the appliance near hot surfaces.
❑Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug,
or after the appliance has been damaged in any manner.
❑If the supply cord or appliance is damaged,
❑it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent
or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
❑Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of
cleaning of maintenance and accessories assembly.
❑Never use the appliance outside and always place it in a
dry environment.
❑Never use accessories, which are not recommended by the
producer. They could constitute a danger to the user and risk
to damage the appliance.
❑Never use any other connector than the one provided.
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❑Never move the appliance by pulling the cord. Make sure
the cord cannot get caught in any way.
❑Never wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend
it
❑Ensure that the power cord does not come into contact with
hot parts of this unit.
❑Make sure the appliance has cooled down before cleaning
and storing it.
❑The temperature of accessible surfaces may be very high
when the appliance is operating. Never touch these parts, of
apparatus, to avoid burning itself.
❑Make sure the appliance never comes into contact with
flammable materials, such as curtains, cloth, etc...& the power
cord and plug do not come in contact with water.
❑Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the
power supply and let it cool down.
❑This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of
an external timer or separate remote-control system.
❑Always place the unit on a flat surface. Ensure, also, not to
cover the device and not to put anything on it.
❑Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the
appliance is not in use.
❑When using an extension lead always make sure that the
entire cable is unwound from the reel. Use solely CE approved
extension leads. Input power must be at least 16A, 250V,
3000W.
❑Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the
appliance and cause injury to the user.
❑This device, designed for home use, complies with
standards relating to this type of product.
❑The appliance must be used and rested on a table or flat &
stable surface.
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❑The item must not be left unattended when it is connected
to main supply.
❑The item is not to be used, if it has been dropped or if there
are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
❑Regarding the instructions for cleaning, thanks to refer to
the below paragraph of the manual.
❑This appliance is only intended for household use.
(*) Competent qualified person : after sales department of the
producer or importer or any person who is qualified, approved
and competent to perform this kind of repairs.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The symbol "OPEN BOOK" means a recommendation
to read important things contained in the record.
The symbol "BIN" crossed out, abbreviation WEEE
(Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) means
that at the end of life, it should not be discarded with
household waste, but filed to the sorting of the locality.
Waste recovery can help preserve our environment.
The symbol "CE" is the guarantee of compliance with
harmonized European standards, voluntary, reflecting
the essential requirements into technical
specifications. These standards are not mandatory
but are guarantees of compliance with essential
requirements.
The symbol ROHS (Restriction of use of some
Hazardous Substances) on the Environmental
Protection, certifies that for each of the five hazardous
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substances • Lead • Mercury • (hexavalent) chromium •
products for protection against flames PBB and PBDE,
the peak concentration is equal to or less than 0.1% of
the weight of homogeneous material, and 0.01% for the
6th • cadmium.
The symbol "DOUBLE SQUARE" means a double
insulated. A basic insulation and supplementary
insulation. This device requires no connection to the
mass of a protective conductor grounded. The
materials are said : double insulation class II.
The symbol "HOT WALL" warns the user that the walls
of the unit can become very hot, and to take
precautions as required.
The symbol "STEAM" warns the user that steam can
escape from the unit and to take all necessary
precautions. (Risk of burns)
The symbol "GLASS / FORK" means that the device is
compatible and can come into contact with foodstuffs.
The symbol "TRIMAN" indicates that the consumer is
invited to dispose the product as part of a separate
collection (eg recycling bin, waste, voluntary intake
point).
For more information : http://www.quefairedemesdechets.fr
BEFORE THE FIRST USE
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Before first use, remove the device and all accessories and being careful with
sharp accessories.
• Clean the apparatus according to the instructions in "Cleaning" paragraph.
• Place the machine on a suitable flat, stable surface.
USE
● Unroll the power cord completely.
● Check that the tension in force in the country where you are corresponds to
that indicated on the apparatus.
● Connect the apparatus in a correct socket-outlet, (and connected to the
ground if the unit is Class I), to avoid any danger.
● Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of cleaning of
maintenance and accessories assembly.
● Never modify the appliance in anyway.
1. Place the prepared products on the removable trays. The products must be
placed in such a way as to allow the air to circulate freely between them. This is
why you should not put too many products on each tray.
2. Place the filled trays on the heating base.
3. Place the lid on top of the appliance.
NOTE: During drying, the top cover must always be in place on the appliance.
4. Connect and turn on the appliance by turning the power switch to the "ON"
position - the light indicator will turn red.
5. After use, switch off the appliance by switching the appliance off and unplug the
appliance from the mains.
6. Allow products to cool, before placing dried products in a container.
NOTES: A hermetic package that can go to the freezer can be very convenient.
it is recommended that ALL trays be placed on the apparatus during use,
regardless of the number of empty trays.
IMPLEMENTATION
Wash and wipe the products before putting them in the device.
NOTE: Do not put wet or wet products in the appliance. (well wipe them off!)
Cut the spoiled parts of the products. Cut products to allow the air to circulate
between the trays.
THE DRYING TIMES INDICATED IN THIS PACKAGE ARE INDICATIVE.
It is necessary to make its own experience for a better result.
The drying time depends on the temperature and humidity of the room, the degree
of moisture in the products, the thickness of the pieces, etc.
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DRIED FRUIT
1. Wash the fruits.
2. Remove the cores and cut the spoiled parts.
3. Slice the fruit into pieces and place it on the trays.
NOTE: It is possible to:
• Add natural lemon juice or pineapple to avoid drying out.
• Add cinnamon or coconut to the scent of the fruit.
• The container for the storage of dried products must be clean and dry.
• During the first week after drying, check for moisture in the container. If there is
some, this means that the products are not dried enough and you should dry them
again.
For good storage of dried fruits: use glass containers with glass or metal lids. Put
them in a dark, dry place with a temperature between 5 to 20 °C.
WARNING ! Never place hot products in a container for later storage.
DRYING OF VEGETABLES
See 1 to 3 of the previous paragraph
NOTE: It is best to boil the vegetables for about 1-5 minutes, put them in cold
water and dry them thoroughly before placing them on the trays of the appliance.
DRYING MEDICINAL PLANTS
NOTE: It is recommended to dry only the sheets.
After drying, it is best to put medicinal plants in paper bags or glass boxes and
place them in a cool, dark place.
PREPARATION OF FRUIT
The preliminary preparation of the fruits saves its natural colour, taste and flavour.
Below are some useful recommendations on how best to prepare the fruit to dry.
1. Take ¼ glass of fruit juice (preferably natural).
NOTE: It is preferable if the fruit juice is the same as the fruit to be prepared.
Example: For the preparation of apples, it is preferable to use apple juice.
2. Mix the juice with 2 glasses of water.
3. Dip the previously prepared fruit (see "Fruit preparation table for drying") in this
mixture for 2 hours.
NOTE: The time and means of preliminary treatment of the fruits which are
described in the table are for information only.
Personal preferences may differ from those described in the table.
Name
Preparing
Condition
after drying
Duration
of drying(hours)
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Apricot
Slice it and take out the pit
Soft
13-28
Orange peel
Cut it to long stripes
Fragile
8-16
ne apple(fresh)
Peel it and slice into pieces or square parts
Hard
8-36
ne apple(tinned
Pour out the juice and dry it
Soft
8-36
Banana
Peel it and slice to round pieces(3-4mm thickness)
Crispy
8-38
Grapes
No need to cut it
Soft
8-26
Cherry
It is not necessary to take out the pit(you can take it out
when cherry is half-dried)
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8-12
Pear
Peel it and slice
Soft
8-30
Fig
Slice it
Hard
8-26
Cranberry
No need to cut
Soft
8-26
peach
Cut into 2 pieces and take out the pit when the fruits
is half-dried
Soft
8-26
Date-fruit
Tale out the pit and slice
Hard
8-26
Apple
Peel it, take out the heart, slice it into round pieces
or segments
Soft
8-12
PREPARATION OF VEGETABLES
It is best to boil the following vegetables before dehydration:
Green beans, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Asparagus Potatoes; because these
vegetables are prepared both for entry and dish.
This keeps the natural colour of the food.
Put the prepared vegetables in a saucepan with boiling water for 3 to 5 minutes.
Drain and put the vegetables in the appliance.
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Name
Preparing
Condition after
drying
Duration
of drying(hours)
Artichoke
Cut it to stripes(3-4mm
thickness)
fragile
8-13
Egg-plant
Peel it and slice it into
pieces(6-12mm thickness)
Fragile
8-18
Broccoli
Peel it and cut it. steam it for
about3-5min.
Fragile
8-20
Mushrooms
Slice it for dry it whole(small
mushrooms)
Hard
8-14
Green beans
Cut it and boil till become
transparent
Fragile
8-26
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Vegetable marrows
Slice it into pieces(6mm
thickness)
Fragile
8-18
Cabbage
Peel it and cut into stripes(3mm
thickness)Take out the heart
Hard
8-14
Brussels sprouts
Cut the stems into 2 pieces
Crispy
8-30
Cauliflower
Boil till becomes soft
Hard
8-16
Potato
Slice it, boil for about 8-10min
Crispy
8-30
Onion
Slice it into thin round pieces
Crispy
8-14
Carrot
Boil till becomes soft. shred it
or slice into round pieces
Crispy
8-14
Cucumber
Peel it and slice into round
pieces(12mm thickness)
Hard
8-18
Sweet pepper
Cut it to stripes or to round
pieces(6mm thickness).Take out
the heart
crispy
8-14
Piquant pepper
No need to cut it
Hard
8-14
parsley
Put the leafs into sections
Crispy
6-10
Tomato
Peel it. Cut it into pieces or into
round pieces
Hard
8-24
Rhubarb
Peel it and slice it into
pieces(3mm thickness)
Loss of humidity
in a vegetable
8-38
Beetroot
Boil it, let it cool down, cut off
the roots and the tops. Slice it to
round pieces
Crispy
8-26
Celery
Slice it into pieces(6mm
thickness)
Crispy
8-14
Spring onion
Shred it
Crispy
8-10
Asparagus
Slice it into pieces(2.5mm
thickness)
Crispy
8-14
Garlic
Peel it and slice into round
pieces
Crispy
8-16
Spinach
Boil till it becomes fade
Crispy
8-16
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Note: If you want to give a lemon flavour to green beans, asparagus, etc., put
them in a lemon juice for about 2 minutes.
PREPARATION OF MEAT, POULTRY, OFFAL & FISH.
The preliminary preparation of the meat is necessary, even indispensable, to
preserve the health of the consumer.
Use boneless meat for effective drying. it is recommended to vinegar (slightly) or
soak in a marinade. This helps to remove the water from the meat and thus, have
better preservation.
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