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- Page 1 Stainless Steel Food Dehydrator Operating Manual D-10 #32700 #32704 #32701 #32705 #32702 #32706 1500 Clinton St. Bldg. 123, Buffalo, NY 14206 Tel: (716) 824-5814 • Fax: (716) 824-6465 www.sausagemaker.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
The D-5 and D-10 Dehydrators were designed and constructed to help you get the best results possible. The shell is made of durable stainless steel so it can be easily cleaned and maintained. -
Page 3: Dehydration
Dehydration There are no exact rules that apply to food dehydration because your results can be af- fected by room temperature, relative humidity and moisture levels in the food that you are drying. To become proficient, it will be necessary to experiment with your drying techniques. If you use too much heat, food may harden on the outside while still being moist inside. -
Page 4: Operating Instructions
Preparation of Foods (Pre-Treatment), cont’d Ascorbic acid mix, a form of vitamin C which is available at most health food stores, comes in either tablet or powder form. Use about 2-3 tablespoons of powder or ground tablets per quart of water. Stir to completely dissolve powder. Place fruit into the solution for 2-3 minutes. -
Page 5: Food Drying Guides
Operating Instructions, cont’d Carefully place shelves onto the rails inside the unit and slowly slide them in. Forcing the shelves in may damage the heating assembly. 10. Slide the cover into place. To monitor the internal temperature of the unit, slide the optional thermometer into the hole on the front panel. - Page 6 Vegetables at 125° F Food Preparation Test Time Asparagus Wash and cut into 1” pieces Crunchy 4-6 hours Beans, Green or Wash, remove ends and cut into Crunchy 9-12 hours Waxed 1” pieces or French style Beets Remove ” of the top, scrub Pliable 9-12 hours thoroughly, steam blanch until...
- Page 7 Fruits at 135° F Food Preparation Test Time Apples Wash, core and peel if desired. Pliable 7-15 hours Cut into ” slices. Dust with cinnamon if desired. Apricots Wash, halve and remove pit. Slice Pliable 21-29 hours if desired and dry skin side down. Bananas Wash, peel and slice into ”...
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Page 8: Food Storage
Food Storage Dried foods should be allowed to condition before being placed into a storage container. Generally, let stand about 1 week in a dry, well ventilated and protected area. The conditioning time allows for further drying and removes most of the remaining moisture in the food. -
Page 9: Reviewing The Dehydrating Process
Reviewing the Dehydrating Process To obtain the best results: Use high quality food: the better the food the better the results Wash food, use clean utensils and keep work area clean. Pre-treat foods to prevent discoloration. Do not overlap food on shelves. Drying times will vary depending on food thickness, moisture in the food, relative humidity and temperature of the room. -
Page 10: Parts List
D-5 Parts List Part Name Part # P32700-01 Heater Box P32700-02 Door P32700-03 Thermostat/Knob P32700-04 Rubber Feet P32700-05 Toggle Switch P32700-06 Heating Element P32700-07 Thermal Fuse (Thermodisc) P32700-08 Motor P32700-09 Fan Blade P32700-10 Power Cord P32700-11 Screen Guard P32700-12 Bottom Bracket... -
Page 11: Parts List
D-10 Parts List Part Name Part # P32704-01 Heating Panel P32704-02 Door P32704-03 Shelving Unit P32704-04 Latch P32704-05 Timer P32704-06 Terminal Block P32704-07 Thermostat P32704-08 Pilot Light P32704-09 Toggle Switch P32704-10 Thermal Fuse (Thermodisc) P32704-11 Power Cord P32704-12 Heating Element P32704-13 Motor P32704-14... - Page 12 The Sausage Maker, Inc. 1500 Clinton St. Bldg. 123, Buffalo, NY 14206 Tel: (716) 824-5814 • Fax: (716) 824-6465 www.sausagemaker.com...
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