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Food
Preparation
Test
Time
Summer
Squash
Wash and peel. Cut into ¼” slices.
Pliable
10-14
hours
Tomatoes
Wash and remove stems. Slice into
¼” circles. For cherry tomatoes, slice
in half, dry skin side down.
Pliable
5-9
hours
Zucchini
Wash. Peel if desired. Cut into ¼”
slices or chips.
Crunchy 7-11
hours
Jerky at 145°-150°F
Food
Preparation
Test
Time
Jerky
Use lean meat and remove as much
fat as possible. Fat tends to go bad
with time. Cut into uniform ¼” thick or
less slices. Do not overlap on trays
while drying.
Pliable
3-4
hours
Jerky
Sodium Bisulfate can be purchased at your local pharmacy. If you or
anyone who will be eating the food has any known chemical allergies,
you should check with your physician before using this chemical. Be
certain to ask for food grade (SAFE) product only. Mix 1 teaspoon of
sodium bisulfate in 1 quart of water. Dip the slices in the solution for a
few minutes. Remove, drain and place on the dehydrator tray.
Cleaning
NEVER IMMERSE THE UNIT OR POWER CORD
IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS!!!
Allow unit to cool before cleaning. Wipe off both exterior and interior
surfaces with a damp cloth and mild dish soap. The dehydrator shelves
are dishwasher safe. Be certain ALL parts are completely dry before
plugging in and powering up the product.
Storage
Allow unit to cool before storing. Always ensure the unit is OFF and
unplugged when not in use.
Vegetables Continued
