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Drying times will change according to the humidity of the air, the temperature of the room, and the
moisture content of the food item being dried. You will need to experiment with small portions first to
become familiar with the time it will take to dry your chosen food item. Below are some general guidelines
for some foods which are commonly dried. Use this table only as a guide, as drying times will vary.
Apples
Apricots
Bananas
Orange Rind
Peaches
Watermelon
Artichoke Hearts
Carrots
Pumpkin
Tomatoes
Meat*, Poultry*, or Fish* Jerky
marinate and thoroughly precook (see page 6) first
9.
Check the food periodically before
the dehydration period is complete.
Check for desired dryness. Remove
individual pieces and store in
containers or food bags. For food
that is not quite done, leave in the
Dehydrator but check frequently.
10.
Store all food that is not going to
be eaten within a day or two in the
refrigerator or freezer. Be sure to use
freezer-proof storage containers or
freezer bags. Seal tightly. Properly
home-dried jerky can be stored 1 to 2
months without freezing.
Suggested Drying Times
Food
Beets
Corn
Done When Food Is:
Pliable
Pliable
Crisp
Brittle
Pliable and Leathery
Pliable and Sticky
Brittle
Deep Red and Brittle
Leathery
Brittle
Leathery
Leathery
Leathery
11.
When finished using the Dehydrator,
unplug the unit.
12.
WASH THE FOOD TRAYS (3) AND
LID (2) AFTER EACH USE. Wipe
any food particles from the base.
Make sure the trays and cover are
completely dry before stacking the
trays back in the unit and storing
away.
Estimated Drying Time
1-2 Days
2-3 Days
1 -1.5 Days
1 -1.5 Days
2-3 Days
2-3 Days
1-1.5 Days
1-2 Days
1-2 Days
1-2 Days
2 Days
1.5-3 Days
1-2 Days
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