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HOW TO USE YOUR NEW DEHYDRATOR

Assembly Instructions:

CAUTION:

 BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR CLEANING THE DEHYDRATOR MAKE SURE POWER 

SWITCH IS TURNED OFF AND UNIT IS UNPLUGGED FROM ANY POWER SOURCE
Assembly is a simple process.
1.  Remove the drying racks and any loose items from the unit, then close the door.

2.  Carefully place the dehydrator on its left side on top of a soft cloth or surface to prevent any 

scratches. NOTE: DO NOT PLACE ON THE RIGHT SIDE WHICH MAY CAUSE THE DOOR 

TO OPEN AND BECOME DAMAGED. DO NOT PLACE ON ITS FRONT OR BACK SIDE TO 

AVOID DAMAGING COMPONENTS.

3.  Work on the front feet of the unit first. Locate the short feet bolts and the feet that attach to 

them.Insert the short feet bolts into the holes of the front feet of the dehydrator until they 

extend enough for you to attach the feet.  

4.  Tighten the short feet bolts with a screwdriver.

5.  Insert the long feet bolts into the hole at the bottom of the unit they extend enough to attach 

the feet.  

6.  Tighten the long feet bolts with a screwdriver.

7.  Carefully stand the unit to its proper upright position,  making sure to hold the door closed to 

avoid damaging it.

Operating Instructions:

1.  Make sure to remove all packaging.

2.  Wash and dry all parts prior to use.

3.  Plug in unit. Exercise caution if using an extension cord.

4.  Turn the power on by pushing the touch screen button located furthest right at the top panel.

5.  Remove racks and place food items to be dried onto the racks.

6.  Load the racks into the dehydrator. NOTE: The top three racks have a notch on the back to 

prevent the racks from touching the temperature sensor.

7.  Make sure door is firmly closed.

8.  NOTE: THE BUTTON AT THE FURTHEST LEFT IS AN INTERNAL LIGHT FOR YOUR 

CONVENIENCE. Begin programming the unit by pressing the clock button located second 

from the furthest left of the panel. Use the UP “^” and DOWN “v” buttons on the right side of 

the panel to set hours of operation (24 Hour Maximum). Press the clock button a second time 

to set minutes if desired (1 minute increments).

9.  To set the temperature, press the button located to the right of the clock button. Use the 

UP and DOWN buttons to set the temperature (160 degree max, 50 degree min, 5 degree 

increments).

10. The dehydrator will automatically start after a short delay. You will hear 8 beeps at startup and 

then again when the temperature inside reaches the preset level.

11. If you have to pause during programming, the unit may start after a delay. This is normal, just 

continue finishing your programming as soon as possible.

Summary of Contents for FSGWCO5009

Page 1: ...to 4 00 pm Monday thru Friday Central Standard Time or 888 922 2336 8 00 am to 10 00 pm Monday thru Saturday 9 00 am to 8 00 pm Sunday Central Standard Time or email customerservice academy com Made in China Please keep this instruction manual for future reference This unit operates most effectively when it is at least 2 3 full ...

Page 2: ...Page 1 of 11 TABLE OF CONTENTS Warnings 2 Parts List 3 How to use your new dehydrator 4 Fruit Drying Guide 8 Vegetable Drying Guide 9 Cleaning and Maintenance 10 Warranty Information 11 ...

Page 3: ...ustment Do not use outdoors Do not use appliance for other than intended use Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter contact sharp edges or touch hot surfaces Do not pull on the power cord to disconnect Never plug in the appliance where water may flood the area Place the appliance on a firm and stable surface Ensure that the appliance is not placed close to the edge of the table worktop...

Page 4: ...d 1 The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance 2 The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over 3 The extension cord should be a grounding type 3 wire cord Part Description Image Qty 1 Glass top touch control 1 2 Carr...

Page 5: ...tions 1 Make sure to remove all packaging 2 Wash and dry all parts prior to use 3 Plug in unit Exercise caution if using an extension cord 4 Turn the power on by pushing the touch screen button located furthest right at the top panel 5 Remove racks and place food items to be dried onto the racks 6 Load the racks into the dehydrator NOTE The top three racks have a notch on the back to prevent the r...

Page 6: ...o the drying process 6 Once your food is dried to the desired level store it in a sealed container in a cool dry place so that it does not reabsorb moisture The dehydrated food will naturally have less moisture in it than the air around it and will absorb moisture if left out for an extended period Note storing dried food in a freezer is acceptable and will prolong the life of the food Drying Frui...

Page 7: ... own jerky we recommend using a pre packaged jerky spice and cure kit Follow the directions provided with the kit 3 Place the meat on the drying racks making sure that they are not touching or overlapping Jerky typically takes 4 8 hours to dry properly 4 When done drying remove jerky from the trays and let cool for at least 30 minutes 5 Use paper towels to remove any excess oil and fat that may be...

Page 8: ... single layer on the dehydrator trays making sure that they are neither touching or overlapping 7 To determine if your vegetables are done drying take out a few pieces from different trays in the dehydrator If you cannot break the vegetable in half with little effort place them back on the dehydrator for more time Repeat the process until finished 8 Once the vegetables are dried to your liking all...

Page 9: ... Cut chop or leave whole No 15 23 hours Grapes Cut in half or leave whole Dry Put in boil ing water for 40 to 60 seconds Put in ice water for skin to crack No 13 21 hours Prunes Plums Quarter or halve and discard pit No 8 15 hours Nectarines Cut and remove pit Quarter or slice 3 8 thick Yes 5 10 hours slices 8 16 hours halves or quarters Apricots Slice in half remove pit and cut in 3 8 slices Yes ...

Page 10: ...wide N A 4 11 hours Potatoes Peel and cut into 1 8 slices 5 9 minutes 2 8 hours Peas Shell 4 minutes 3 9 hours Corn Cut corn from cob and blanch 1 1 minutes 5 11 hours Broccoli Cut in pieces 2 2 minutes 2 8 hours Mushrooms Clean and slice 1 2 thick N A 3 7 hours Peppers and Pimientos Remove core stem and inner partitions cut into 1 8 strips N A 4 10 hours Cauliflower Cut in pieces 3 6 minutes 3 8 ...

Page 11: ...heck if the dehydrator is unplugged and cooled down 2 Thoroughly wash trays with warm soapy water and dry completely Do not submerse base in water Do not let water get in fan 3 Do not use metal brushes or abrasive cleaners when cleaning the dehydrator because it can damage the surface ...

Page 12: ...sible for any damage caused to the product in return shipment Under this warranty we undertake to repair or replace any parts found to be defective This warranty is only valid if the product is used solely for household purposes in accordance with the instructions This warranty is invalid if the unit is connected to an unsuitable electrical supply or dismantled or interfered with in any way or dam...

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