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- Page 1 ELECTRIC KITCHEN DEHYDRATOR USER MANUAL PKFD18WT MODELS: (white) PKFD19BK (black)
- Page 2 WARNING! Do not operate this appliance on a fl ammable material such as a wood surface or on any tablecloth. Do not operate this appliance on a non-heat-resistant glass cooktop or cutting board. It is imperative that an additional heat-resistant cooking surface such as tile, Formica®...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Safeguards Dehydration - Preserving Food * ____ What is Dehydration? Tools You Need To Get Started Basic Food Preparation Tips Filling the Drying Trays Prevent Dripping How Long Does it Take to Dehydrate Food? General Operating Tips Setting Up Your Food Dehydrator Stacking the Trays How To Operate Your Food Dehydrator... -
Page 4: Important Safeguards
Important Safeguards SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS in a safe place. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, PRODUCT LABELS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THE FOOD DEHYDRATOR. • Do not touch hot surfaces or allow them to come into contact with fl ammable materials. - Page 5 • Operate the dehydrator only in a clean, dust-free area. Dust and dirt can be drawn into the dehydrator and can contaminate the food being dried. • Do not place the dehydrator on a towel or carpet. This will reduce or cut off the dehydrator’s airfl...
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Page 6: What Is Dehydration
Congratulations on Choosing the Computer Controlled Food Dehydrator This quality appliance is designed to give you many years of use. For best results and trouble-free service we urge you to read this entire manual. Dehydration - Preserving Food Thousands of years ago, one of the few ways people had to preserve foods was by laying them out to dry in the sun. -
Page 7: Tools You Need To Get Started
Tools You Need To Get Started • Paring knife (stainless steel blade). • Cutting board • Storage containers Additional tools that make the job easier and faster can include: • A food processor or other similar appliance for faster and consistent slicing. •... -
Page 8: Filling The Drying Trays
Filling the Drying Trays When loading the food into the trays you can use all of the trays’ top surface, but some airfl ow must be maintained. Try to place the food in a single layer where possible. This is particularly important with foods like banana slices and pineapple rings and not quite as important with beans. -
Page 9: How Long Does It Take To Dehydrate Food
How Long Does it Take to Dehydrate Food? It is impossible to give exact drying times because there are so many factors that affect drying time. These factors include: • The moisture content of each food • The thickness or size of the prepared food •... -
Page 10: General Operating Tips
General Operating Tips The following section applies to all models except where stated otherwise Before operating your food dehydrator for the fi rst time please be sure to completely read and understand these instructions. Wash and dry the trays and any other parts which will contact the food. -
Page 11: Setting Up Your Food Dehydrator
Setting Up Your Food Dehydrator Before operating your Dehydrator for the fi rst time please be sure to completely read through and understand the instructions in this booklet. Wash and dry the trays and any other parts which will contact the food. Aligning The Trays TOP OF TRAY Before loading the trays with food... -
Page 12: How To Operate Your Food Dehydrator
How To Operate Your Food Dehydrator Your food dehydrator is simple to use and is designed to make the dehydration process simple and accurate if the instructions are followed. Be sure that you have read the safety tips at the beginning of this manual before proceeding. The fi... -
Page 13: Dehydrator Troubleshooting Guide
Dehydrator Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Symptom Possible Cause Possible Cause Possible Remedies Possible Remedies No power to unit No power to unit No Heat No Heat 1. Be sure unit is plugged in. 1. Be sure unit is plugged in. No Fan 2. -
Page 14: Storing Dried Foods
Storing Dried Foods Once food is properly dried it is important to store it properly for the best results. By following these storage techniques your food will stay fresh and ready-to-use for the longest time possible. General Food Storage Tips •... -
Page 15: Reconstitution
Reconstitution Dehydration is the process of removing moisture from food. Reconstitution is the replacement of that moisture to bring the food back to its natural state. Although some dried foods such as fruit are excellent in their dehydrated state, you will often want to reconstitute other dried foods before eating them. -
Page 16: Fruit Dehydration Tips
Fruit Dehydration Tips Dried fruit is a superb food treat Try it plain, as fruit leather, or in ice cream, cobblers and pies. It’s hard to imagine a better tasting, more nutritious snack than dried fruit. Dried fruit is naturally sweet, has no preservatives, and is inexpensive. Your food dehydrator makes drying fruit easy. -
Page 17: Fruit Leather Dehydration Tips
Fruit Leather Dehydration Tips Sometimes referred to as Fruit Rolls, Fruit Strips, or Fruit Jerky, fruit that is pureed and dried in thin sheets becomes a tasty, chewy, candy-like snack we will call fruit leather. You have probably sampled the commercial versions from the market, but once you’ve tasted it made fresh at home with quality fruit, you’ll never go back to store bought! Fruit leather is a good way to make use of left-over or overripe fruit that might otherwise be discarded. -
Page 18: Vegetable Dehydration Tips
Vegetable Dehydration Tips Dried vegetables are every bit as fl avorful and versatile as dried fruits. With dried vegetables you can make delicious soups, stews, casseroles, and more. Basically, anywhere you would use fresh vegetables you can use dehydrated vegetables. Before preparing and dehydrating your chosen vegetables, always wash them in cold water. -
Page 19: Temperatue Conversion Chart
Blanching is faster than steaming, but many nutrients are lost in the blanching water. It is not recommended for chopped or shredded vegetables, which would easily overcook during blanching. To blanch sliced vegetables, drop the prepared vegetable into a large pot of boiling water. Do not add more than 1 cup food per quart of boiling water. -
Page 20: Meats, Fish, And Poultry Dehydration Tips
Meats, Fish, and Poultry Dehydration Tips Dried meats are best when made for upcoming camping and backpacking trips. When reconstituted, they yield a tasty meat, somewhat like fresh cooked. IMPORTANT NOTE: Except for jerky, cooking of all meats and fi sh before drying is required to ensure safety. -
Page 21: Jerky
Jerky Dehydrating meat without prior cooking will produce the rigid, chewy style of meat known as jerky. It is one of the oldest known forms of meat preservation, Because “jerked meat” is made without cooking the meat fi rst, it is important to start with quality meat, and to have clean and sanitary work area. -
Page 22: Drying Other Items
Drying Other Items Flowers The fl owers should be picked after the dew has dried and before the evening dampness. Flowers should be dried as quickly and as soon as possible after picking. Discard any damaged or brown leaves. Place in trays without overlapping. Drying times will vary depending upon size and type of fl...
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