L'Equip EXPANDABLE 528 - Manual (Page 4)

EXPANDABLE 528
D E H Y D R A T O R
Owner’s Manual User Guide
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Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
• Do not touch hot surfaces.
• To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs, or the
base of the dehydrator in water or other liquid.
• Use close supervision when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
• Do not operate any appliance 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 examination, repair and/
or adjustment.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause hazards.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended household use.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Turn appliance off fi rst, then remove plug from outlet.
• Do not place dehydrator on a towel or carpet as this will restrict the
dehydrators airfl ow and could result in damage to the appliance. Always
leave at least one inch of space around the dehydrator for proper
ventilation.
• The appliance has a short power cord to reduce the hazards resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• An extension cord may be used if care is exercised during its use. Use
a heavy extension cord (5 amp rating or higher). If using a longer cord,
arrange so it will not drape over the counter or tabletop.
• Do not expose dehydrator to temperatures above 180ºF. Do not wash in
dishwasher.
• This appliance has a polarized plug. One blade is wider than the other.
As a safety feature this plug will fi t in a polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fi t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fi t, contact a qualifi ed electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety
feature.
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Benefits of Dehydrating
WHAT IS DEHYDRATION?
Dehydration refers to a process in which moisture is removed from food,
preventing spoilage, and allowing dried food to be stored safely for later use.
Few nutrients are lost during dehydration.
• The food retains almost all of its nutrients and taste.
• You can control the quality of your food; preserving food at its nutritional
peak.
• The weight and size of food is reduced.
• There are no worries about spoilage, unlike frozen foods, if there is a loss
of electricity.
• Food becomes more energy-dense.
• Food is not subjected to extreme high temperatures as in the canning
process.
• Preparation is easy and the drying process doesn’t need to be constantly
attended.
• Dehydrating can be done overnight.
• Dehydrated foods are easy to store and simple to use.
• Storing dehydrated foods is energy effi cient.
• Dehydration concentrates natural fl avor, sweetness and aroma of food.
BENEFITS OF DEHYDRATING FOOD:
Since natural sugars concentrate as you remove moisture, the dried product
is naturally sweet. Usually, you won’t need to add sugar because of this
natural sweetness.
Dehydrated foods should be stored in an airtight container.