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LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY

This appliance is warranted to be free from any manufacturing defects under normal use and 

conditions for one (1) year from date of purchase. During that period, should the appliance fail 

to operate properly, return the appliance with your sales receipt to the store where purchased. 

This product warranty covers only the original consumer purchase of the product. During the 

applicable warranty period, we will repair or replace, at our discretion, any mechanical or elec-

trical part which proves defective, or replace unit with a comparable model. This warranty is in 

lieu of all other warranties and representation, expressed or implied, and all other obligations 

or liabilities on our part. 

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY • NOT FOR COMMERCIAL USE

This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, damages from improper installa-

tion, defects other than manufacturing defects, damages from misuse, abuse, accident, negli-

gence, alteration, lack of proper care and maintenance, or incorrect current or voltage. This 

warranty shall not apply to any appliance that has been repaired or altered by other than an 

Authorized Dealer or Service Center.

If unit malfunctions, do not use the appliance  

and contact nearest Authorized Service Center.

Imported by:

TelAsia Inc.

Laval (Québec) Canada H7L 3P6

1-877-895-9995

Содержание CFD-2006

Страница 1: ...COMPUTER CONTROLLED FOOD DEHYDRATOR Owners Manual and Operating Instructions Model CFD 2006 V S1 6 2012 ...

Страница 2: ...esistant glass cooktop or cutting board It is imperative that an additional heat resistant cooking surface such as tile Formica or any surface protected with a heat resistant finish at least the size of the unit or larger be placed underneath this unit This will serve to protect the surface beneath from heat that can be generated by the food dehydrator ...

Страница 3: ...etting Up Your Food Dehydrator 11 How To Operate Your Food Dehydrator 12 Model CFD 2006 12 Storing Dried Foods 13 Dehydrator Troubleshooting Guide 15 Reconstitution 16 Fruit Dehydration Tips 17 Fruit Leather Dehydration Tips 18 Vegetable Dehydration Tips 19 Pre treatment of Vegetables 19 Temperature Conversion Chart 20 Meats Fish Poultry Dehydration Tips 21 Jerky 22 Drying Other Items 23 If Servic...

Страница 4: ...liance with a damaged cord or plug If the appliance malfunctions or if it has been damaged in any manner return the appliance to an authorized service facility for repair or replacement The use of accessory attachments other than those supplied or recommended by the manufacturer may cause hazards and can void your warranty Arrange cord so that it cannot be caught or tripped over Do not allow cord ...

Страница 5: ...drator on a non heat resistant glass or wood cooking surface or any tablecloth IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT A HEAT RESISTANT COOKING SURFACE SUCH AS TILE OR ANY SURFACE PROTECTED WITH A HEAT RESISTANT FINISH BE PLACED BENEATH THIS UNIT The first time you turn on your food dehydrator you may notice an odour This is normal To avoid odour from being transferred to the food place one tray covered with lid on...

Страница 6: ...also make great last minute meals ready to cook Your Dehydrator Unit keeps food in the drying chamber at a computer controlled constant temperature Food is bathed in a constant stream of warm dry air which gently removes the moisture from the food The result is beautifully dried food every time You will find that drying food is practical and economical as well as easy And it all starts with your s...

Страница 7: ...ow the food is sliced When drying fruits it helps to get all the slices about the same thickness so they all dry to the same moisture level at the same time Thick slices dry more slowly than thin slices The thickness you choose is up to you but slicing all the pieces to as close to the same size as is possible will help ensure success and consistency The skin of many foods naturally protects the f...

Страница 8: ... to the food pieces It may be necessary to stir the finely chopped food once or twice during dehydration to ensure even drying of all the pieces To do so turn the machine off unplug it remove the trays stir then reassemble and restart the machine according to the instructions Prevent Dripping Some foods such as very ripe tomatoes and citrus or sugared fruits may drip If too much liquid drips into ...

Страница 9: ...re level will take a much shorter time to dry Citrus fruits like oranges will generally take longer than apples for the same reason So how do you know how long to let the foods dry After the dehydrator runs for a while remove the trays and examine the different foods Don t be afraid to peek This will help you learn about the drying process and how long it takes For foods with higher moisture level...

Страница 10: ...ys are securely nestled on top of each other and on the unit s base Plug the power cord into any standard 110 volt household outlet Consult the various tables at the end of this manual to get an idea as to when food is properly dehydrated and ready to be stored Tray Rotation Inspect drying trays periodically Rotate trays if the food you are drying requires it Remove all the trays as a unit then re...

Страница 11: ... up you can stack them in two different ways Depending on their orientation to each other they can be set for thick or thin foods To change the stacking height simply rotate a tray 180 degrees to change whether it is tall or short stacked Refer to the two photos below to identify the difference between these two heights Any combination of stacking can be used to accommodate the foods being dried A...

Страница 12: ... to be used Place dehydrator base where you intend to use it for the dehydration process and insure electrical cord reaches an outlet in a safe manner This way as you prepare the food you can place it right on the trays As a tray is filled it can be placed on the dehydrator and you will be ready to start the dehydrator in no time MODEL CFD 2006 The CFD 2006 gives the user full control over the tem...

Страница 13: ... also hear the fan operating 5 The CFD 2006 will stop automatically when the time expires or you can stop it any time using the ON OFF button Remove the plug from the outlet If you wish to add more time during the cycle or if you want to change the set temperature press ON OFF once to stop the process change the desired setting as described above and then restart by pressing the ON OFF switch agai...

Страница 14: ...storage life by several months if food has been properly and thoroughly dried Location Cool dark and dry are the keys to maintaining the quality of dried food Shelves near a window may need to be covered to keep out light Glass jars or plastic containers should be placed in a paper bag or in a closed cabinet Cement walls and floors are often damp and cold Therefore dried food containers should not...

Страница 15: ...drying Reduce quantity in trays or rearrange food 2 Check for foreign objects jamming fan see Heat OK No Fan above 3 Fan motor running slow Return for service 4 Replace warped trays NOTE The heat during drying cycle on most dishwashers may warp the drying trays 5 Re stack trays properly Uneven drying Variation in food thickness and ripeness Trays not rotated Too much food in drying trays 1 Check t...

Страница 16: ...er vegetable or fruit slices and meat cubes can be reconstituted overnight in water left in the refrigerator Alternately you can also chose to place in boiling water remove from stove and let stand 2 to 3 hours Whole pieces of fruit take longest to reconstitute and are best left to soak overnight Other Reconstitution Hints If you drain reconstituted foods save the liquid This liquid has great nutr...

Страница 17: ...mes of fruits refer to the Fruit Preparation Table on Page 25 To avoid fruits from darkening fruit pieces can be dipped in solutions of lemon pineapple or orange juice or ascorbic acid prior to dehydration Dip the fruit in the solution for two minutes Drain on paper towels and place in drying trays Lemon Pineapple or Orange Juice Fresh or bottled lemon pineapple or orange juices are the best becau...

Страница 18: ...n t make it too sweet It is best to use a fruit leather sheet designed for the purpose but if not available you can line one half of each drying tray with plastic wrap To maintain adequate circulation only half of each tray should be covered As always you must leave the drying tray s center hole uncovered If using more than one tray place the plastic on alternate halves of the trays in the stack R...

Страница 19: ...st be treated for drying With the above named exceptions in mind most remaining vegetables will need to be steamed or blanched before drying Many vegetables have enzymes that help the food ripen and leaving these enzymes active in the food will cause them to continue to bring about changes in flavour and aroma which can be undesirable Although untreated vegetables which are dehydrated can still be...

Страница 20: ...ips will be stored longer than 5 months Sprinkle with salt before drying or use seasoned salt for a more interesting flavour Dry until very brittle These can be served plain or with dips Vegetable Powders Vegetables may be puréed dried as leathers and then powdered for making juices soup bases chip dips salad dressings cream soups or baby foods Dehydrate the vegetable leather until very brittle th...

Страница 21: ... thin slices A food processor or a specialized meat slicer can do a great job You can also tell your butcher that you are making dried meat or jerky and they will be glad to thin slice it for you When drying meat or game for stews soups etc remember that these types of meats must be cooked prior to drying Cook cut into small cubes and place in the dehydrator Dry until all moisture has been removed...

Страница 22: ... 3 hours or even overnight This gives the meat a unique flavour and at the same time tenderizes the meat Increase the marinating time for a stronger flavoured jerky Meat may be seasoned with salt pepper garlic or onion powder or other spices Because flavours intensify during dehydration use salt sparingly There are lots of jerky recipes available Try them or create your own unique flavour Drain ma...

Страница 23: ...w nuts to cool before storing Nuts contain a lot of oil and the oil could cause the nuts to become rancid so you should freeze them to guarantee freshness When ready to use the nuts bring them to room temperature Dry for approximately 18 to 26 hours If service is needed If your dehydrator experiences a problem first refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on page 15 This page contains numerous tips for...

Страница 24: ... Trim and cut leathery 6 to 16 Celery Cut stalks into 1 4 inch slices brittle 6 to 14 Chives Chop brittle 6 to 10 Cucumber Pare and cut into 1 2 inch slices leathery 6 to 18 Eggplant Squash Trim and slice 1 4 inch to 1 2 inch thick brittle 6 to 18 Garlic Remove skin from clove and slice brittle 6 to 16 Hot Peppers Dry whole leathery 6 to 14 Mushrooms Slice chop or dry whole leathery 6 to 14 Onions...

Страница 25: ...rries into 3 8 inch slice Other berries whole no moisture 8 to 26 Cherries Pitting is optional or pit when 50 dry leathery 8 to 34 Cranberries Chop or leave whole pliable 6 to 26 Dates Pit and slice leathery 6 to 26 Figs Slice leathery 6 to 26 Grapes Leave whole pliable 8 to 38 Nectarines Cut in half dry with skin side down Pit when 50 dry pliable 8 to 26 Orange Rind Peel in long strips brittle 8 ...

Страница 26: ...arable model This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties and representation expressed or implied and all other obligations or liabilities on our part FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY NOT FOR COMMERCIAL USE This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear damages from improper installa tion defects other than manufacturing defects damages from misuse abuse accident negli gence alteration lack o...

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