Use and Care Manual

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REV070810

CAUTION! EDGES MAY BE SHARP!

ATTENTION

If any components of this unit are broken,

do not operate properly, or for product returns,

please contact Weston Products LLC at

1-800-814-4895

Outside the U.S. call 440-638-3131.

For the online catalog, log onto www.westonproducts.com.

Exclusively imported by Weston Products LLC. Strongsville, Ohio

10 TRAY STAINLESS STEEL

DEHYDRATOR

MODEL NO. 74-1001-W

PROBLEM SOLVING

PROBLEM: Moisture in the storage container.

CAUSE: Incomplete Drying.

Food is cut unevenly, causing incomplete or uneven drying.

Drying foods left at room temperature too long after cooling,

allows moisture to re-enter the foods.

PREVENTION: Test several pieces of food for dryness before removing it from

the Dehydrator.

Cut foods evenly.

Cool quickly and package immediately in an air-tight container.

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PROBLEM: Mold is on the dehydrated food.

CAUSE: Incomplete Drying.

The food was not checked for moisture content within a week.

The storage container is not air-tight.

The storage temperature is too warm.

Case hardening may have occurred, meaning the food was dried

at too high of a temperature and the food was only dry on the

outside, not the inside.

PREVENTION: Test several pieces of food for dryness before removing it from

the Dehydrator.

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PROBLEM: Brown spots on vegetables.

CAUSE: Too high of a drying temperature was used. Food is over-dry.

PREVENTION: Dry foods at appropriate temperatures. Use the “Drying

Guide” on the Control Panel as reference. Check foods often

for dryness.

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PROBLEM: Food sticking to Trays.

CAUSE: Food is not being turned over during the dehydration process.

PREVENTION: After one hour of dehydrating, use a spatula and ip the food.

Flip the food often until it is no longer sticky.

Summary of content (8 pages)

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ATTENTION If any components of this unit are broken, do not operate properly, or for product returns, please contact Weston Products LLC at 10 TRAY STAINLESS STEEL Outside the U.S. call 440-638-3131. MODEL NO. 74-1001-W 1-800-814-4895 DEHYDRATOR For the online catalog, log onto www.westonproducts.com. Exclusively imported by Weston Products LLC. Strongsville, Ohio PROBLEM SOLVING PROBLEM: Moisture in the storage container. CAUSE: Incomplete Drying.
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Power Switch 3 WESTON WARRANTY INFORMATION SAVE THIS WARRANTY INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS! Weston Products LLC warrants to the ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER of this product that if operated in accordance with the printed instruction accompanying it, then for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase, the product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship.
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APPLE & CREAM FRUIT LEATHER 6 apples, peeled &cored 1 cup plain non-fat yogurt 1/2 tsp cinnamon 2 1/2 tsp nutmeg . Puree the ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth . Line the Trays with plastic wrap or silicone fruit leather sheets (sold separately) . Spread the puree over the lined Trays until it is about 1/4” (0.6 cm) thick (the edges will dry quicker than the center; pour the puree thinner at the center of the Tray) .
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RECIPES GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS PRIOR TO USING THIS UNIT. YOUR SAFETY IS MOST IMPORTANT! FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH PROCEDURES AND SAFE GUARDS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. REMEMBER: YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY! 1. DO NOT block the air vents at the rear of the Dehydrator. Keep the Dehydrator at least 12” (30.5 cm) away from any wall to allow for proper air circulation. 2.
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refrigerated so they cool rapidly. Make sure to cover foods after they are cool. NOTE: Special considerations must be made when using venison or other wild game, since it can become heavily contaminated during field dressing. Venison is often held at temperatures that could potentially allow bacteria to grow, such as when it is being transported. Refer to the USDA Meat and Poultry Department for further questions or information on meat and food safety.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ! WARNING!! 1. Plug the Dehydrator into a standard 120 Volt, 60 Hz wall outlet. Before cleaning or servicing the Dehydrator, make sure it is unplugged from the power source. It is important to read & fully understand all of the instructions & safeguard prior to use of the Dehydrator. 2. Position the Dehydrator as to NOT block the air vents at the rear of the Dehydrator. Keep the Dehydrator at least 12” (30.5 cm) away from any wall to allow for proper air circulation.
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RE-HYDRATING FOODS PRE-TREATMENT OF FOODS CAUTION! It is important to follow the “Food Safety” guidelines outlined in this manual. For the most up to date instruction visit the USDA website. CAUTION! It is important to follow the “Food Safety” guidelines outlined in this manual. For the most up to date instruction visit the USDA website. WARNING! DO NOT soak food at room temperature. Soaking at room temperature allows harmful bacteria to grow. Follow the “Food Safety” guidelines outlined in this manual.
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MAKING JERKY STORING JERKY CAUTION! It is important to follow the “Food Safety” guidelines outlined in this manual. For the most up to date instruction visit the USDA website. CAUTION! It is important to follow the “Food Safety” guidelines outlined in this manual. For the most up to date instruction visit the USDA website. . Use the best quality meats. Meats, fish and poultry should be lean and fresh. Remove as much fat as possible before dehydrating.