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Kitchen Living FD550 User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction General Information and Safety Instructions Assembly and Parts List Getting Started Instructions Guidelines Recipes Other Useful Information Warranty Card AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    ALDI. We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase so this Kitchen Living product is backed by a comprehensive manufacturer’s 2 year warranty and an outstanding after sales service through our dedicated Helpline.

  • Page 4: General Information And Safety Instructions

    DO NOT REMOVE THE HEATING ELEMENT FOR CLEANING. To clean trays or lid, use sponge and mild soap. 14. Do not pour liquids into the Food Dehydrator. SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS! AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...
  • Page 5 5. The Food Dehydrator must be unplugged: A. After use. B. If it appears to be faulty. C. Before cleaning or maintenance. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...

  • Page 6: Assembly And Parts List

    If any of the above items are missing, please contact our service department at 1-888-367-7373 or email us at customer- service@wk-usa.com for replacement. Our business hours are Monday through Friday 10:00am to 5:00pm EST. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

     Stack additional trays on base tray with rim up.  Place top cover on top tray and adjust vents.  Plug cord into power outlet. The Food Dehydrator will automatically turn on. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...

  • Page 8: Instructions

    The pretreatment of vegetables and fruit prior to drying helps set color and hastens drying by relaxing tissues. It can also help keep flavor during storage and improve reconstitution during cooking. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...
  • Page 9  Dried fish should be tough. If the fish is high in fat, it may appear moist due to the high oil content.  Vegetables should be tough or crisp. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...
  • Page 10 To pasteurize the contents, spread food on a cookie sheet and bake in an oven for 15 minutes at 175° degrees  Fahrenheit. Repack in a clean, air-tight container. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...

  • Page 11: Guidelines

    No need to peel. Halve and remove pit. Cut in ¼” slices and arrange on tray. Orange, limes, Slice ¼” thick with rind. 6-14 lemons Peaches Peel if desired. Halve or quarter. Pre-treat. 10-14 AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...
  • Page 12 Separate stalks from leaves. Cut stalks into 1/4” slices. Leaves dry first, so remove when dry. Flake leaves after drying, for use in soups, stews, etc. Chives Chop. Spread on tray AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...
  • Page 13 Spinach Trim tough stems. Steam until wilted, not soggy. Use bottom tray. Tomatoes Remove stems. To remove skin, dip briefly in boiling water then peel. Cut in halves or slices. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...
  • Page 14  Canned fruits, such as applesauce, can be mixed with more expensive fresh fruits to help stretch the fruit concentrate and soften the flavor of sharp-tasting fruits, such as cranberries. The addition of applesauce to juicy fruits also eases drying. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...
  • Page 15 Home dehydration saves a lot of money. Dry chives, oregano, basil, dill, rosemary, thyme, parsley, mint, peppers and almost any herb you can find. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...

  • Page 16: Recipes

    Stir in lemon juice. Shape into 1/2-1" balls. Roll in coconut. Dry in dehydrator for 4 to 6 hours, or until crisp on the outside. Makes about 30 date-fig balls. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...
  • Page 17 1 cup dry roasted nuts 1 ½ cups coconut flakes Mix all ingredients together thoroughly. Spread onto tray. Dry until crisp. Seal in plastic bags for munching on hikes and camping trips. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...
  • Page 18 Mix together. Marinate meat for at least 6 hours, refrigerated, stirring occasionally. Drain in sieve or colander. Place on trays and dehydrate. Turn and rotate trays every few hours. Dehydrate time is 8 to 12 hours. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...
  • Page 19 Place meat on paper towels to soak up marinade. Meat should be squeezed as dry as possible in paper towels. Place individual pieces of meat on tray. Dehydrate time is 8 to 12 hours. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...

  • Page 20: Other Useful Information

     Store the cord in a clean, dry location away from metal objects. Always check the plug before use to assure metal items have not become attached. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION If the Food Dehydrator should no longer work at all, please make sure that it is disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1-888 367 7373 customer-service@wk-usa.com FD550 / 6041-14...