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CABLES AND PLUGS. 
Check to ensure your electricity supply 
matches that shown on the rating plate. 
This product should only be used as rated. 
Preferably, the socket outlet should be 
protected by a Residual Current Device 
(RCD).
Do not use with a damaged cable or plug. 
If the supply cable is damaged, it must 
be replaced by a qualified engineer or 
authorised service agent in order to avoid 
a hazard.
The use of an extension cable is not 
recommended.
Do not handle the plug or appliance with 
wet hands.
Keep the cable away from heated 
surfaces.
Do not let the cable hang over the edge 
of the table or countertop where it could 
be pulled on inadvertently by children or 
pets.
Do not pull the cable around sharp edges 
or corners.
Do not leave unattended when plugged 
in. Unplug from outlet when not in use.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Do not unplug by pulling on the cable. To 
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cable.
Always unplug before performing user 
maintenance, connecting or disconnecting 
attachments, or changing accessories.
Ensure the cable is stored safely to 
prevent hazards.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

INTENDED USE. 
Only operate the VonShef® 5 Tray Food 
Dehydrator indoors, for its intended 
purpose, and within the parameters 
specified in this manual. 
This appliance is not intended for use by 
persons with reduced physical, sensory or 
mental capabilities, or lack of experience 
and knowledge, unless supervised or 
given appropriate instruction concerning 
the product’s use by a person responsible 
for their safety. 
This appliance is not intended for use by 
children.

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS. 
When using an electrical appliance, basic 
precautions should always be followed, 
including the following:
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Children 
should be supervised to ensure they do 
not play with the Food Dehydrator.
If the Food Dehydrator is not functioning 
properly, has been dropped, damaged, 
left outdoors, or immersed in liquid, do 
not use, contact DOMU Brands Customer 
Services.
Do not use the Food Dehydrator if any 
parts appear to be faulty, missing or 
damaged.
Ensure all parts are securely attached 
before use.

Summary of Contents for 2013381

Page 1: ... com VonShef VonShef com 5 TRAY FOOD DEHYDRATOR 2013381 Instruction Manual Low 70 C 60 50 40 ...

Page 2: ...S Safety Instructions Specification 2 1 Before First Use Assembly About Your Dehydrator How To Use Pretreating 3 4 5 Cleaning Maintenance Preparation Preparation Preparation Troubleshooting Warranty 6 7 8 9 10 ...

Page 3: ...onnecting attachments or changing accessories Ensure the cable is stored safely to prevent hazards SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE INTENDED USE Only operate the VonShef 5 Tray Food Dehydrator indoors for its intended purpose and within the parameters specified in this manual This appliance is not intended for use by persons with re...

Page 4: ... few uses Do not insert any objects into openings or cover the appliance Your Food Dehydrator has a vent on top Do not operate with the vent blocked or closed so as not to interfere with the proper airflow Keep hair loose clothing fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts Do not touch the Food Dehydrator whilst in operation as it will become hot during use Do not touch the ...

Page 5: ...ef 70 C 60 50 40 Low 1 VENTILATED LID 2 TRAYS x5 3 AIR OUTLET 4 BASE UNIT 5 TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 220 240 V VOLTAGE 550 W RATED POWER 50 60 Hz RATED FREQUENCY 4 5 ...

Page 6: ...ce to be dried is of the highest quality available both fresh and fully ripe Inferior or spoiled produce will produce a poor dried product Unripened fruits will lack the necessary sugar content and can have a bitter taste when dried whereas over ripened fruits and vegetables will dry to become either tough and fibrous or soft and mushy As a general rule employ If it s good enough to eat it s good ...

Page 7: ... Here is a rotation example 1 2 3 4 5 5 4 3 2 1 START ROTATE NOTE Food of similar size and thickness will dry at the same rate LID BASE LID BASE LID BASE 3 2 1 5 4 HOW TO USE Prepare the foodstuffs which are to be dehydrated accordingly Recommended Dehydrating temperatures FRUITS Wash the fruit Peel if preferred artificially waxed fruits should always be peeled and remove seeds Sort and discard an...

Page 8: ...n s cooking chart for times 3 Boiled blanching for 3 5 minutes can be used if the above methods are not available IMPORTANT Ensure that the slices are transferred to the Dehydrator Trays as quickly as possible after blanching MEAT FISH AND POULTRY CAUTION As previously mentioned it is very important to take extra precautions when preparing meat to ensure no bacteria is present prior to drying MEAT...

Page 9: ...he TRAYS securely stacked ITEM PREPARATION CONDITION AFTER DRYING DRYING TIME Apricot Slice remove pit Soft 13 28 hours Orange peel Cut into long strips Fragile 8 16 hours Pineapples fresh Slice squeeze the juice Hard 6 36 hours Pineapples tinned Pour out the juice dry Soft 6 36 hours Banana Peel slice into round pieces Crispy 8 38 hours Grapes No need to cut Soft 8 38 hours Cherry Not necessary t...

Page 10: ... the stem into 2 pieces Crispy 8 30 hours Cabbage Peel cut into strips 3mm Hard 6 14 hours Carrot Boil until soft shred or slice Crispy 8 14 hours Celery Slice into pieces 6mm thick Crispy 6 14 hours Cucumber Peel slice into round pieces Hard 6 18 hours Garlic Peel slice Crispy 8 14 hours Onion Slice into thin round pieces Crispy 8 14 hours Potato Slice boil for 8 10 minutes Crispy 8 30 hours Toma...

Page 11: ...emon juice 2 teaspoons of ground black pepper and 1 teaspoon of liquid smoke Mix together in a small bowl Place the salmon strips into a zip lock bag or container and add the mixture Seal and place into the refrigerator for 3 4 hours Strain well in a colander and pat the salmon dry using paper towel to remove any excess marinade Lay the salmon evenly spaced on the drying racks ensuring they are no...

Page 12: ...similar thickness Rotate the TRAYS once or twice during the dehydration process Remove any food that may be blocking the airflow NO HEAT OR FAN PRODUCTS DRYING SLOWLY PRODUCTS DRYING UNEVENLY TRAYS may be overloaded with ingredients Reduce the amount of ingredients on the TRAYS Re arrange the TRAYS as shown Increase temperature and drying time ...

Page 13: ... the purchase date The warranty only applies if the product is used solely in the manner indicated in this manual and all instructions have been followed accurately Any abuse of the product or the manner in which it is used will invalidate the warranty Returned goods will not be accepted unless re packaged in its original packaging and accompanied by a relevant and completed returns form This does...

Page 14: ...Thank you for purchasing the 5 Tray Food Dehydrator VonShef is a registered trademark of DOMU Brands Ltd Made in China for DOMU Brands Ltd BL2 2HH VonShef com ...

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