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6.

Note:

Caution:

· Do not wash parts in 

a dishwasher, as heat 

may cause the parts to 

warp or deform.

· Do not use abrasive 

cleaners or scouring 

pads.

· Drying Trays should 

slide in easily. If the 

tray has resistance, try 

inserting by rotating 

1/4 turn 

  Do not immerse the 

food dehydrator 

housing, cord or plug 

in water at any time.

Before First Use

1.  Read all instructions and important safeguards.

2.  Remove all packaging materials and check that all 

items have been received in good condition.

 

3.  Tear up all plastic bags and dispose of them 

properly as they can pose a risk to children.

4.  Wash Drying Trays, Mesh Inserts, and Drip Tray in 

warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Wipe 

the surface of the body with a wet cloth. Do not 

wash the fan or heating element at the back of the 

unit.

5.  After cleaning, the unit must be broken in by 

running for 30 minutes without any food inside at 

158°F or 70°C. Any smoke or smells produced during 

this time frame are normal. Please ensure sufficient 

ventilation of the room and at least an inch of 

clearance on all sides of the food dehydrator 

is available. After the breaking in period, rinse 

and dry all removable parts. This action is only 

necessary once before using for the first time.

  

6.  Do not operate the dehydrator for more than 20 

hours in one single use. After 20 hours, power off 

and unplug the unit, and let it cool down for at least 

2 hours before operating again.

 

To Clean

Fan Only Function

1.  Wash Drying Trays, Mesh Inserts, and Drip Tray in 

warm, soapy water.

 

2.  Use a soft brush to remove food sticking to

        the trays.
3.  Wipe the surface of the body with a wet cloth.

  

4.  Do not wash the fan or heating element at the 

back of the unit.

5.  Dry all parts thoroughly. Reassemble for next use. 

 

1. Press 

On/Off

 to turn on the dehydrator.

2.  Press Time/Temp to activate temp 

adjustment mode.

 

3.  Press (-) until the digital display reads FAN.
4.  Press Time/Temp again, and use (+) or (-) to 

adjust the amount of time.

  

Summary of Contents for AFD-965SD

Page 1: ...instruction manual AFD 965SD Questions or concerns about your Aroma product www AromaCo com Support 1 800 276 6286 6 Tray Digital Food Dehydrator ...

Page 2: ...r current product lineup to complement your kitchen Stay connected for more recipe ideas and monthly giveaways To Enhance and Enrich Lives Published By Aroma Housewares Co 6469 Flanders Drive San Diego CA 92121 U S A 1 800 276 6286 www AromaCo com 2019 Aroma Housewares Company All rights reserved www AromaTestKitchen com AromaHousewares 2 Multicookers Rice Cookers Induction Cooktops Indoor Grills ...

Page 3: ...8 Do not use outdoors 9 Do not let cord touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of a counter or table 10 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven 11 Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use 12 Use onlywith a 120V power outlet 13 Do not clean with metal scouring pads Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts creating a risk of electric ...

Page 4: ... arranged so that itwill not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over unintentionally c The extension cord should be a grounding type 3 wire cord DO NOT DRAPE CORD KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN Short Cord Instructions IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4 GROUNDING PRONG Figure A CIRCUIT GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CONNECTED PROPERLY Grounding Instructions This appliance must b...

Page 5: ...minute increments or adjusts temperature in 9 F or 5 C increments Available temperatures F Temperatures 95 104 113 122 131 140 149 158 167 F C Temperatures 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 C Available time is between 30 minutes and 24 hours Time Temp When pressed it activates the or to adjust the desired temperature or time for dehydrating your foods On Off Turns ON and OFF the dehydrator ...

Page 6: ...food inside at 158 For70 C Anysmoke orsmells produced during thistimeframe are normal Please ensure sufficient ventilation ofthe room and atleastan inch of clearance on all sides ofthefood dehydrator is available Afterthe breaking in period rinse and dryall removable parts This action is only necessaryonce before usingforthe firsttime 6 Do notoperatethe dehydratorformorethan 20 hours in one single...

Page 7: ... get the desired cooking time 9 Your dehydrator is now in operation Check the status of the food periodically 10 When the timer has reached End the dehydratorwill beep several times and shut off Unplug the power cord 11 Allow finished food items to cool and then enjoy Temperature Settings Recommendations Note FOOD TEMPERATURE Jerky 158 F or 70 C Fruits 149 F or 65 C Vegetables 140 F or 60 C Granol...

Page 8: ...0 15 hours Rehydrate by soaking in hotwater for about 15 minutes Drain well before using Dehydrated food can be rehydrated by soaking in water or by pouring hotwater over it Do not add seasonings especially salt or sugar during this process because they may change the flavor of the food Usually one cup ofwater is appropriate for one cup of dehydrated food For stewed fruits add 2 cups ofwater and s...

Page 9: ...16 C the lower the better Storage Containers Place dried food in plastic freezer bags before storing it in metal or glass containers Avoid those containers that breathe or have weak seals Fill the container with as much as possible Remember air can destroy food Squeeze air out if using plastic bags or boiling pouches Moisture Check Check the moisture of your dehydrated food on a regular basis If y...

Page 10: ...cup 1 cup 3 4 cup 1 4 cup fresh strawberries fresh blueberries applesauce kale finely minced Wash strawberries and blueberries Remove the stem from the strawberries Place strawberries and berries in a blender or food processor to make a puree Add applesauce to mixture and blend for 5 seconds Add kale to the mixture and stir in with a spatula Pour mixture onto tray lined with parchment paper Layer ...

Page 11: ...he warranty period expired the products has been modified by any unauthorized service center or personnel the defect was subject to abuse improper use not conforming to product manual instructions or environment conditions more severe than those specified in the manual and specification neglect of the owner or improper installation the defect was subject to Force Majeure such as flood lightning ea...

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