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Dehydro
™
Food Dehydrator
• Dehydrates fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices.
• Makes jerky and fruit rolls.
• Digital temperature control and timer for precise drying
time and temperatures.
• Six drying trays included for big drying capacity. Expands
up to 12 trays*. Trays nest for compact storage.
*Additional trays sold separately.
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InstructIons
The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers.
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage, when using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or the dehydrator base in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the
appliance.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or in the event the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in
any manner. Return the appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical
adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries. Use only Presto
dehydrating trays and accessories with this dehydrator.
8. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
11. Never use this appliance to dehydrate foods that contain alcohol or have been marinated in alcohol.
12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOlD USE ONly.
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Summary of Contents for Presto Dehydro Digital Electric Food Dehydrator
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Page 1: Important Safeguards
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or in the event the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment. -
Page 2: Important Cord Information
Important Cord Information • This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. - Page 3 • When selecting food for drying, choose those that are at peak eating quality. Avoid overripe* or immature fruits and vegetables. Remove any parts of the food that are bruised or blemished. • For even drying, cut food into uniform sizes, shapes, and thicknesses. Use a Presto SaladShooter slicer/shredder, food processor, or ®...
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Page 4: Packaging And Storage
• Dehydration prevents microbial growth, however, chemical reactions caused by enzymes in fruits and vegetables can occur unless the product is pretreated before drying. Pretreatment will prevent or minimize undesirable color and texture changes during drying and storage. See specific sections for recommended pretreatment. •... - Page 5 When using a low pectin fruit with a high pectin fruit, use equal parts of each to produce the best results. Preparation Use a Presto Fruit Roll Sheet to prepare fruit rolls. Apply a thin layer of vegetable oil or no-stick cooking spray to the fruit roll sheet. ™...
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Page 6: Fruit Drying Guide
FRUIT DRyING GUIDE Dry fruit at 135°F or 57°C. Drying times are highly variable depending on the type and amount of food, thickness, evenness of food pieces, humidity, air temperature, personal preference, and even the age of the plant at the time of harvesting. Average Fruit Preparation... -
Page 7: Vegetable Drying Guide
Water blanching – Fill a large pot ⅔ full with water. Cover and bring to a boil. Place vegetables loosely in a basket or colander and submerge in the boiling water. Cover and blanch for the time indicated in the Vegetable Drying Guide. Water should return to a boil in less than 1 minute. -
Page 8: Herb Drying Guide
Drying Herbs Drying fresh herbs allows you to have a ready supply of economical herbs that are available to use all through the year. To retain the best flavor of your herbs, it is recommended that you dry them at the lowest temperature setting, 95°F or 35°C. Selection and Preparation Pick herbs for drying just before the flowers first open. -
Page 9: Care And Cleaning
Flavor the meat slices by marinating in Presto Jerky Seasoning, your own favorite marinade, a commercial marinade, or use the ™ marinade recipe below. To use the Presto Jerky Seasoning, mix one packet of spice and one packet of cure with ¼ cup of water. -
Page 10: Consumer Service Information
Presto can only guarantee the quality and performance of genuine PRESTO ® parts. “Look-alikes” might not be of the same quality or function in the same manner. To ensure that you are buying genuine PRESTO ®...