Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto 524 del fabbricante L'Equip
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D EHYDRA T OR EXP ANDABLE 528/524.
DEHYDRA T OR 2 C ONGRA TULA TIONS Y ou’ r e now the proud owner of L ’EQUIP ’ s F ilterPro Deh ydrator . This dehy drator was designed with both your health and c onvenienc e in mind. W e ’ re condent you will appreciate its ease of operation as you enjoy all the dieren t crea tions y ou can make for years to c ome.
DEHYDRA T OR 3 C ONGRA TULA TIONS Y ou’ r e now the proud owner of L ’EQUIP ’ s F ilterPro Deh ydrator . This dehy drator was designed with both your health and c onvenienc e in mind. W e ’ re condent you will appreciate its ease of operation as you enjoy all the dieren t crea tions y ou can make for years to c ome.
DEHYDRA T OR 4 WEL C OME T O THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF DEH YDRA TING! - tritio n of fresh fruits , veg etables and m eats l ike a L ’EQUIP Ex p an d ab l e Dehy drator . Dehydra ting food opens a new dimension in preserving fruits, vegetables and meats.
DEHYDRA T OR 5 WHA T IS DEH Y DR A TION? Dehydra tion ref ers to a process in which moisture is removed from food , pre- venting spoilage, and allowing dried food to be stored safely for later use.
DEHYDRA T OR 6 The E xp an da b le Dehydr ator is made of safe, stable ABS plastic . warm, soapy water . Do not put trays, mesh inser ts or fruit leather sheets in the dishwasher . Heat from most dish washers (on dr ying cycle), can warp dr ying trays .
DEHYDRA T OR 7 T ra ys: 528: Includes 6 – 524: Includes 4 Additional trays are available as an accessory from your L’EQUIP dealer. T emperature: Micro-processor controlled heat sensor stabilizes the dr ying environment. Solid-state variable temperatur e control insures precise results .
DEHYDRA T OR 8 HOW T O OPER A TE Y OUR DEHY DRA T OR 1. on base. Place t op cover on dehydr ator . 2. Make sure drying trays are securely nestled on top of each other . 3. Make sure there is at least one inch of clear ance around dehydrat or to 4. 5. Plug power c ord into any standard household outlet.
DEHYDRA T OR 9 D E H Y D RA T OR TR O UB LE S HO O T IN G GU I DE Symptom Probable Cause Items to Check No Heat – No F an No Po wer to Unit Switch. 1. Unit is plugged in. 2. Pow er switch on. 3. House power on–outlet workIng. No Heat – F an OK Br oken wire in unit.
DEHYDRA T OR 10 HOW T O DEHY DR A TE The only way to become an expert is through experience . Experiment with various drying times and temperatures and then recor d what works best for your needs. Equipment: • Sharp paring knife (U se stainless steel blades .
DEHYDRA T OR 11 HOW T O DEHY DR A TE The only way to become an expert is through experience . Experiment with various dr ying times and temper atures and then record what w orks best for your needs. Equipment: • Sharp paring knife (U se stainless steel blades .
DEHYDRA T OR 12 How Long T o Dehy drate C ontinued: Begin to check sliced fruits, vegetables and meats per iodically af ter several hours of dr ying time. Check more of ten near the end of the drying process. Herbs, leathers or chopped and shredded f oods may dr y sooner .
DEHYDRA T OR 13 How Long T o Dehy drate C ontinued: Begin to check sliced fruits, vegetables and meats per iodically af ter several hours of dr ying time. Check more of ten near the end of the drying process. Herbs, leathers or chopped and shredded f oods may dr y sooner .
DEHYDRA T OR 14 ST ORING DRIED FOODS When food is suciently dehy drated, thoroughly cool befor e storing (appro xi- mately 15-30 minutes). I f food is allowed to sit too long in the open air , it will begin to absorb moisture. Select appropriate storage containers and store at optimal conditions.
DEHYDRA T OR 15 ST ORING DRIED FOODS When food is suciently dehy drated, thoroughly cool befor e storing (appro xi- mately 15-30 minutes). I f food is allowed to sit too long in the open air , it will begin to absorb moisture. Select appropriate storage containers and store at optimal conditions.
DEHYDRA T OR 16 FRUIT Dried fruit has no preservatives, is nutritious, and has a naturally sw eet taste. Suggested uses: snacks, cookies, pies, cobblers , cakes, breads, ice creams , pan- Proc ess: Sort through grapes and berries. Remove those with imperfections.
DEHYDRA T OR 17 Fruit Prepara tion A verage Drying T est for Dryness Time (Hrs) Apples Peel if desir ed. Core. Cut slic es, rings 4 - 10 Leathery , no moisture or chop into pieces . when cut Apricots Do not peel. Halve and pit. 8 - 16 Leathery , pliable T urn inside out or cut silces.
DEHYDRA T OR 18 FRUIT LEA THER F ruit that is pureed and dried in thin sheets becomes a tasty , candy-like snack called fruit leather . • Pit , then puree fruit of your choice, adding just enough liquid (fruit juice or at all. • Place fruit leather sheet(s) into dehydrator tray(s).
DEHYDRA T OR 19 MEA TS, FISH AND POUL TRY The L’EQ UIP D ehyd rator can make drie d mea t and jerk y. D ried meat refer s to meat , has been seasoned and dried. Dried meats are best when made for upcoming camping and back packing trips. When reconstituted, they yield a tasty meat, somewhat like fresh cooked .
DEHYDRA T OR 20 MEA T , FISH AND POUL TR Y Meats Cuts to Select Prepara tion T est for Dryness Beef Lean cuts: Cook as f or pot roast, until tender . Chill. Remove Brittle Round, rump, all fat. Cut into cubes or strips . Season, if desired . Chicken or White meat Cook by steaming or r oasting.
DEHYDRA T OR 21 JERK Y • Meat may also be seasoned with salt, pepper , garlic, onion powder , or dration, use salt sparingly . Howev er , season meat dried for jerk y a little heavier than f or regular cooking. : e d a n i r a m f o g n i p p i r d t n e v e r p o T • • Blot as much excess moistur e from food as possible.
DEHYDRA T OR 22 VEGET ABLES Dried vegetables are very versa tile. Use them to make soups , stew s, soués, casseroles, and dips . They can also be used in r ecipes calling for fresh or canned vegetables. Pr eparation: • Select fresh, rm, ripe vegetables that are free from blemishes.
DEHYDRA T OR 23 VEGET ABLES Dried vegetables are very versa tile. Use them to make soups , stew s, soués, casseroles, and dips . They can also be used in r ecipes calling for fresh or canned vegetables. Pr eparation: • Select fresh, rm, ripe vegetables that are free from blemishes.
DEHYDRA T OR 24 HERBS Dried herbs are much more avor ful than fresh herbs. 8 oz. fresh her bs = 1 oz. dried herbs. Many her bs can be har vest ed through the entire growing season. T wo-thirds of the plant may be cut, leaving the rest to grow . Once plants are cut, regular cuttings will prevent them fr om owering.
DEHYDRA T OR 25 HERBS Dried herbs are much more avor ful than fresh herbs. 8 oz. fresh her bs = 1 oz. dried herbs. Many her bs can be har vest ed through the entire growing season. T wo-thirds of the plant may be cut, leaving the rest to grow . Once plants are cut, regular cuttings will prevent them fr om owering.
DEHYDRA T OR 26 PO TPOURRI Potpourri is a blend of ow ers, herbs, essential oils, spic es, and a xative. Use whole dr ied ower petals, heads, leaves, and buds. Almost any herb and spice can also be added . Dried roses are a popular scent but lilacs, la vender and violets also make good additions.
DEHYDRA T OR 27 PO TPOURRI P otpour ri is a blend of ow ers, herbs, essential oils, spices , and a xative. Use whole dr ied ower petals, heads, leaves, and buds. Almost any herb and spice can also be added . Dried roses are a popular scent but lilacs, la vender and violets also make good additions.
DEHYDRA T OR 28 RECIPES Adapt your own recipes t o include dried foods. Y ou will generally need to sub - stitute about ½ to 2 / 3 cup dried for every 1 cup fresh food when con ver ting. Beverages F ruit Fizz 1 cup water 1 cup fruit leather Ice cubes Ginger ale Sugar / Grenadine syrup (to taste) Pur ee fruit leather with water .
DEHYDRA T OR 29 RECIPES Adapt your own recipes t o include dried foods. Y ou will generally need to sub - stitute about ½ to 2 / 3 cup dried for every 1 cup fresh food when con ver ting. Beverages F ruit Fizz 1 cup water 1 cup fruit leather Ice cubes Ginger ale Sugar / Grenadine syrup (to taste) Pur ee fruit leather with water .
DEHYDRA T OR 30 Apricot Jam 1 ½ cups coarsely diced dried apricots 1 cup water ¾ cup honey 1 tsp grated lemon peel or ½ tsp po wdered dried lemon peel ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) In a small saucepan combine apricots and water . Bring to a boil.
DEHYDRA T OR 31 Apricot Jam 1 ½ cups coarsely diced dried apricots 1 cup water ¾ cup honey 1 tsp grated lemon peel or ½ tsp po wdered dried lemon peel ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) In a small saucepan combine apricots and water . Bring to a boil.
DEHYDRA T OR 32 *Oil may be replaced with ¾ cup oil and ¾ cup applesauc e. *Drained pineapple juice may be reserved for icing or as par t of the oil measurement. Cream Cheese Icing 2 8-oz pack ages cream cheese softened 1 cup powder ed sugar 1 tsp vanilla Cream ingr edients with wire whips.
DEHYDRA T OR 33 *Oil may be replaced with ¾ cup oil and ¾ cup applesauc e. *Drained pineapple juice may be reserved for icing or as par t of the oil measurement. Cream Cheese Icing 2 8-oz pack ages cream cheese softened 1 cup powder ed sugar 1 tsp vanilla Cream ingr edients with wire whips.
DEHYDRA T OR 34 F ruit Leather Crunchy C antaloupe Leather 1 cup diced cantaloupe (about 1/3 small melon) 1 / 3 cup applesauce 2 Tbsp aked coconut 3 Tbsp slivered almonds Dash cinnamon Pur ee diced cantaloupe. Combine with applesauce, aked coconut, slivered almonds and a dash of cinnamon.
DEHYDRA T OR 35 F ruit Leather Crunchy C antaloupe Leather 1 cup diced cantaloupe (about 1/3 small melon) 1 / 3 cup applesauce 2 Tbsp aked coconut 3 Tbsp slivered almonds Dash cinnamon Pur ee diced cantaloupe. Combine with applesauce, aked coconut, slivered almonds and a dash of cinnamon.
DEHYDRA T OR 36 ¾ cup dried mushroom pieces 1 tsp salt ½ - 1 tsp pepper ½ tsp sugar 18 (eighteen) oz toma to paste 4 ½ cups water 2 stalks fresh celery , chopped P aramesan cheese Cooked spaghetti noodles Chop garlic and place in skillet with olive oil, dried oregano, and dried basil.
DEHYDRA T OR 37 ¾ cup dried mushroom pieces 1 tsp salt ½ - 1 tsp pepper ½ tsp sugar 18 (eighteen) oz toma to paste 4 ½ cups water 2 stalks fresh celery , chopped P aramesan cheese Cooked spaghetti noodles Chop garlic and place in skillet with olive oil, dried oregano, and dried basil.
DEHYDRA T OR 38 A C CESSORIES Fruit L eather Sheets F ruit leather is a delicious and nutritious fruit “ candy . ” Kids love it! L ’EQUIP F ruit Leather Sheets t per fectly in the drying tray s, and are designed to prev ent spilling. Av ailable as an accessor y .
DEHYDRA T OR 39 A C CESSORIES Fruit L eather Sheets F ruit leather is a delicious and nutritious fruit “ candy . ” Kids love it! L ’EQUIP F ruit Leather Sheets t per fectly in the drying tray s, and are designed to prev ent spilling. Av ailable as an accessor y .
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