Maximatic EFD-1010 User's Manual
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1. the vegetables you choose to dry Preparation Select only the highest quality fresh crisp and tender vegetables for drying Wash vegetables carefully just before processing to remove dirt and bacteria Most vegetables should be peeled trimmed cut or shredded prior to drying Pretreatment Blanching vegetables prior to drying destroys the enzymes that produce off flavors during storage resulting in poor texture and poor re hydration Steam blanching is preferred over water blanching because there is less flavor and vitamin loss Microwave blanching is also excellent and usually keeps a brighter color in the vegetables Steam Blanching Layer prepared vegetables in the top portion of a steamer no more than 2 to 2 va inches deep Steam until vegetables are heated all the way through but are not cooked enough to eat usually 2 to 3 minutes Small pieces may need occasional stirring to steam blanch evenly Transfer steamed vegetables directly to drying trays working as quickly as possible Microwave Blanching Microwave ovens are convenient for blanching fresh vegetables Prepare vegetables as for steam blanching Place vegetables with small amount of water refer to your microwave oven cooking chart in a covered casserole dish Cook for only to the time specified in the chart stirring well after half of the blanching time Microwave blanched vegetables will be more brightly colored than those that are steam blanched Transfe2. tender Check fruits and vegetables for marks or bruises and cut away these portions before preparing for dehydration Avoid using overripe fruits and vegetables with spoiled portions Meat poultry and fish should be fresh and lean Preparation dehydration time and storage of foods also influence their quality and taste Follow the preparation dehydration and storage instructions in this manual to ensure the best quality dried foods WARNING If you suspect food is contaminated freeze at 0 for 48 hours to prevent bacteria growth or heat at 175 F for 15 minutes to pasteurize it Some nutrition may be lost but it will stop the contamination process ROLL UP SHEET The roll up sheet is for use to dehydrate food that may have drippings that may drip through the holes on the trays However it is primarily used to make FRUIT ROLL UPS Simply mix a mixture of fruits until the consistency is thick and smooth Pour the mixture over the roll up sheet to dehydrate for approximately 12 hours PREPARATION amp PRETREATMENT OF VEGETABLES Vegetables dried at home require a little more effort in processing and storage than do fruits because they are low in acid and have little sugar Some vegetables have a poor quality when dehydrated and are better frozen than dried Others such as potatoes are available at reasonable prices all year round and it may not be worth your time to dry them unless they are used for lightweight camping Be selective in
3. 2 24 hours little lemon juice to prevent browning Cherries Wash and remove pit 22 24 hours Coconut Drain milk crack and remove coconut 24 30 hours Pat dry and cut into 14 thick chunks Figs Wash and remove stems Cut into halves 22 24 hours or quarters dry skin side up Grapes Wash and remove stems Leave whole 23 25 hours Papaya Wash and peel Cut into large or small 30 35 hours chunks as desired Peaches Wash cut in halves and remove pit Cut 35 42 hours further into quarters if desired Pears Wash and peel if desired Cut in halves 28 32 hours and remove core then cut into chunks or slices Can be pretreated with a little lemon juice to prevent browning Pineapple Remove core and cut into chunks or slice 22 25 hours into wedges Prunes Wash cut in halves and remove pit Cut 30 35 hours further into quarters if desired Strawberries Wash and leave whole cut in halves or 12 15 hours slice Approximate times are offered as guidelines only Drying time may vary depending on quality and quantity of fruits be dried MEAT DRYING PREPERATION Normally raw meat is used for making jerky However cooked meat as well as raw meat can be dehydrated Make sure to always cut meat down to bite size before dehydration It is much easier to work with beforehand Be extra careful when making jerky from raw chicken or turkey because salmonella bacteria may be present in poultry when it is purchased It is extremely importa
4. Remove pits or stones from fruits such as prunes cherries apricots etc Fruits that have been artificially waxed to prevent moisture loss should always be peeled Peeling is optional with other fruits Dried pear skins tend to be grainy and peach peels are a little fuzzy Most fruits can be placed directly on the drying rays as they are prepared pineapples grapes strawberries prunes etc However apples apricots peaches and pears turn brown when the cut surface are exposed to the air due to oxidation and the continuous reaction of enzymes these fruits may be pretreated to slow this browning and to prevent loss of vitamins A an C but your attention is called to the cautions set forth below which are for your protection If you are drying these fruits and you intend to pre treat them cut pieces can be prevented from browning while they are being prepared by keeping them in a holding solution until you have sufficient fruit to pre treat Pretreatment Below are listed several optional methods of pretreatment You need not pre treat food in order to dry it However pretreatment often makes food look better increases the shelf life and can even enhance the nutritional value of some foods Experiment with both treated and untreated food in your storage to see which will best suit your needs Remember proper storage is critical to the quality of the stored product whether treated or untreated Natural Pre Dips Use pineapple or lemon
5. Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY ONE 1 YEAR Your Elite Gourmet small kitchen appliance is built with precision inspected and tested before leaving our factory It is warranted to the original purchaser or gift recipient to be free from any manufacturing defects under normal use and conditions for one 1 year cord excluded During that period should the appliance fail to operate properly return the appliance with your sales receipt to the store where purchased This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may also have other rights to which you are entitled which may vary from state to state If you use your appliance for household use and according to instructions it should give you years of satisfactory service This limited warranty covers appliances purchased and used within the surrounding United States and does NOT cover Damages caused from improper usage or installation of appliance Damages caused from shipping Defects other than manufacturing defects Breakage caused by m use abuse accident alteration lack of proper care and maintenance or incorrect current or voltage The loss or missing parts of the appliance Parts will need to be purchase separately Damage from service by other than an authorized dealer or service center Any transportation and shipping charges RETURNS Any return of defective merchandise to the manufacturer must be processed accordingly by contacting customer service firs
6. alves quarters rings or strips Wash and dry whole Wash and peel Cut or slice as desired and steam blanch Rinse under cold water and pat dry before placing on tray s Note If you wish to leave the skin on the potatoes wash and scrub with vegetable cleaning brush then prick and remove all sprouts and scars using the tip of a potato peeler or paring knife Wash and remove stems Dip in boiling water and then in cold water Remove skin and cut in halves quarters or thick slices on quality and quantity of vegetables being dried ESTIMATED TIME 17 19 hours 17 19 hours 22 24 hours 17 19 hours 11 13 hours 8 10 hours 12 14 hours 6 8 hours 5 7 hours 11 13 hours 16 18 hours 11 13 hours 13 15 hours 13 15 hours 11 13 hours 14 16 hours 18 20 hours PREPARATION amp PRETREATMENT OF FRUITS Almost all fruits are suitable for drying at home but some fruits will require more drying time than others the guidelines offered in this manual will help you get started Some fruits might not be suitable for drying all year round so it will be helpful to learn which fruits are in season and experiment with those first Preparation Wash fruits well and remove any bruised or overripe portions Peel if desired Larger fruits may be halved If pieces of fruit vary in size they may be sliced 3 8 to 12 thick for more even drying Smaller fruits such as grapes and cherries may be dried whole
7. causes the quality and nutritive value to deteriorate Keep dried foods in the dark or in opaque containers Shelf Life Fruits have a naturally high sugar and acid content which allows them to dry well and store for longer periods of time than vegetables When properly packaged and stored at room temperature or below 70 F or less most fruits will maintain a high quality and nutritional value up to a year Most vegetables are best when eaten within six months FRUITS AND VEGETABLES KEPT BEYOND THE RECOMMENDED TIME MAY NOT BE AS NUTRITIOUS OR TASTE AS GOOD BUT WILL NOT SPOIL UNLESS THE PACKAGING IS NO LONGER INTACT MAINTENANCE This appliance requires little maintenance It contains no user serviceable parts Do not try to repair it yourself Refer it to qualified personnel if servicing is needed Always unplug the dehydrator from electrical outlet when not in use and before cleaning TO CLEAN NEVER IMMERSE BASE MOTOR HOUSING IN WATER First be sure unit is switched OFF and unplugged Separate trays from the base Wash trays and lid with warm soapy water using a soft cloth or sponge Rinse well and dry thoroughly Wipe base motor housing with a slightly damp cloth or sponge DO NOT use scouring pads or any type of harsh cleanser to clean the Dehydrator as this may damage the finish TO STORE Unplug unit store in its box in a clean dry place Never store it while it is hot or still plugged in Never wrap cord tightly arou
8. consumed within a day or two should be frozen to ensure freshness Remove nuts from the freezer and allow them to defrost before using HERBS Rinse and pat dry Remove any dead mushy or discolored portions but leave the stem and do not break apart until drying Spread herbs or flowers on tray and allow to dehydrate for about 2 7 hours depending on their type When drying is complete remove from tray and allow to cool Remove from stem and break leaves or buds apart or crush if desired If dehydrating seeds choose when pods have changed in color FLOWERS For best results pick flowers after the morning dew rises and before the evening mist sets in Do not use flowers that have been sprayed with insecticides or other harmful chemicals If dehydrating at the same time as herbs intended for consumption place flowers on the bottom trays and herbs on the top trays this is to prevent any drippings from the flowers to fall onto the herbs HELPFUL HINTS Always preheat the dehydrator for at least 5 minutes before using Ifthe dehydrator has been stored away for some time wash and clean before using Fresh vegetables and fruits are best for dehydrating Canned goods to not dehydrate as well Vegetables and fruits should always be cleaned before preparation and pretreatment For best results always prepare and pre treat fruits and vegetables as outlined in this manual Itis relatively safe to leave the dehydrator o
9. does not fit contact a qualified electrician Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature Short Cord A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Longer detachable power supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use If a longer detachable power supply cord or extension cord is used 1 the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance and 2 the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or table where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally FIRST USE amp OPERATION BEFORE USING 1 Carefully unpack the food dehydrator 2 Wash the five dehydrator trays and lid in warm soapy water Rinse well and dry thoroughly 3 Wipe the dehydrator base with a clean soft cloth or sponge NEVER IMMERSE BASE CORD OR PLUG IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID HOW TO USE 1 Make sure unit is switched OFF and unplugged before using 2 Always wash the dehydrator trays and lid before each use to avoid any food contamination 3 Place base on a flat smooth countertop surface where it will not fall or be pulled by the plug 4 Prepare food to be dehydrated as instructed in this manual preparation depends on the type of food Do not overlap food or overload trays 5 Arrange food on trays but do no
10. juice as a natural alternative to other pretreatments to reduce browning Slice fruit directly into juice Remove promptly about 2 minutes and place on trays Fruits may also be dipped in honey spices lime or orange juice jello powders or sprinkled with coconut to give them a snappy dried flavor Use your imagination and make your own flavorful dip Sodium Bisulfite Ask for food safe USP grade only Dissolve 1 teaspoon of sodium bisulfite in one quart of water Prepare small amounts of fruit and dip for 2 minutes in the solution This helps prevent loss of vitamin C and maintains a bright color Sodium bisulfite is available in most pharmacy drug stores Popping Backs When drying fruit halves especially apricots it has been suggested that popping the back inside out will speed the drying time This is true but it also results in the loss of the nutritional juices to the bottom of the dehydrator Instead cut each half in half again to give the end product more nutritional value a brighter color and faster reconstitution capabilities FRUIT DRYING CHART FRUIT PREPARATION amp PRETREATMENT ESTIMATE TIME Apples Wash and peel if desired Cut in halves 22 24 hours and remove core then cut into chunks or slice Can be pretreated with a little lemon juice to prevent browning Apricots Wash cut in halves and remove pit Cut 30 35 hours further into quarters if desired Bananas Peel and slice Can be pretreated with a 2
11. n when dehydrating foods take a long time but make sure to set the dehydrator in a safe place Read the Important Safeguards on page 1 of this manual and exercise safety when using this product Exact dehydrating time varies greatly depending on several factors Type size and quality of food quantity placed on trays and personal preference It will help to keep a personal notepad where you can write down your own notes Keep notes on the type of food weight before and after drying total drying time and final results FOOD STORAGE Packaging DRIED FOODS MUST BE PROPERLY PACKAGED IN ORDER TO KEEP WELL Package your dried foods in freezer plastic bags squeezing out as much air as possible Heat sealable bags may also be used Store the plastic bags inside of airtight metal plastic or glass containers Storing foods in rigid containers without first putting them into the freezer bags exposes the dried foods to air Vacuum packaging equipment for home use is available in some stores around the country Vacuum packaging will greatly extend shelf life Storage Conditions Store properly packaged dried foods in a cool dark place The cooler the food is kept the longer the optimal quality will be maintained For every 18 F drop in temperature the shelf life increases 2 to 3 times If you have room in a refrigerator or freezer keep your dried foods there Otherwise find the coolest place in your home to store dried foods Light also
12. nd the appliance Do not put any stress on the cord where it enters the unit as it could cause the cord to fray and break
13. nt to cut raw chicken or turkey into portions that do not exceed 1 4 thickness Any marinade must thoroughly penetrate and soak into the meat up to 10 minutes or more It is not recommended to remove any excess marinade sauce Never consume food that tastes smells or looks improper RAW MEAT FOR BEEF JERKY Any kind of beef is good for making beef jerky Make sure to trim off all the fat before slicing into bite size portions Itis recommended to slice meat about 1 8 1 4 thickness Marinating beef has many different combination recipes Please see some recipe samples below for your preference TRADITIONAL JERKY Good for approximately 3 5 lbs of beef fish or poultry Ye lb brown sugar 3 cups soy sauce Spices of your choosing Ye cup liquid smoke optional Mix all ingredients together Make sure the brown sugar is dissolved Let mixture sit for approximately 15 minutes Place cut up meat into the marinade and cover Let stand for 10 minutes refrigerated Make sure to turn meats periodically to coat thoroughly Drain any excess liquid Place meats onto trays and dehydrate Drying time for a full 5 tray set up will take approximately 24 36 hours OTHER DRYABLE ITEMS NUTS Remove shells to the nuts and rinse nuts with warm water Pat dry and spread on trays Most nuts will take approximately 20 30 hours to dehydrate they should be allowed to dehydrate until brittle After dehydrating allow to cool Nuts that will not be
14. r blanched vegetables directly to drying trays working as quickly as possible VEGETABLE DRYING CHART VEGETABLE Asparagus Beans green Beets Broccoli Carrots Corn Celery Stalks Celery Leaves Chives Cucumber Garlic Mushrooms Onions Peppers pimentos Peppers jalapenos Potatoes Tomatoes Approximate tim es are offered as guidelines only Drying time may vary depending PREPARATION amp PRETREATMENT Cut in half to divide tips from stems Tip are best for drying but dried stems can be crushed and used for seasoning Snip off ends and cut as desired Blanch then quick freeze for 30 45 minutes Trim leaving about an inch of the top and root Blanch and allow to cool then cut off the top and root and slice Trim and cut as usual Steam for about 4 5 minutes Wash and peel Cut into 1 thick chunks and steam for about 4 5 minutes until tender Remove husk wash and steam blanch corn on the cob Allow to cool then cut corn from the cob Wash and separate leaves from stalks Cut stalks into 1 2 chunks Place stalks separate from leaves in trays Break leaves apart from their stems Place leaves separate from stalks in tray s Wash and mince Wash trim and slice about 14 thick Separate and peel cloves Cut cloves in halves or slice Brush clean and remove stem Leave whole cut in halves or slice Trim ends and peel Cut in rings or dice Wash and remove core Cut in h
15. t place trays on the base stack up the trays firstand set them aside 6 Trays may be adjusted to accommodate a variety of food sizes 7 Plug unit into electrical wall outlet switch to ON and preheat for approximately 5 minutes 8 Place stacked trays onto the base cover the top tray with the lid and allow food to dry for the recommended length of time drying time may vary depending on the type of food 9 Begin to check on food before the dehydration period is completed check food for desired dryness Remove individual pieces and store in containers or food bags If some pieces are not yet done leave them on the dehydrator and check frequently until all food dehydration is completed 10 Food that is not going to be eaten within a day or two should be store in the refrigerator If store food in the freezer be sure to use containers or bags designed for freezer storage 11 Switch the unit OFF and plug after using 12 Always wash the dehydrator trays and lid after each use Wipe the base with a soft damp cloth or sponge do not allow water or any other liquid to get into the base Make sure the trays and lid are completely dry before replacing them on the base SELECTING THE TYPE OF FOOD TO DEHYDRATE Food to be dried should be in good condition Select fruits that are just ripe they have the highest natural form of sugar and are best for drying Fruits that are not ripe may have a flat bitter taste Vegetables should be fresh and
16. t to obtain RA Return Authorization Number We will not accept any returns of merchandise without an applicable RA One Year Limited Warranty valid only in the United States excluding Alaska Hawaii and Puerto Rico Any instructions or policy included in this manual may subject to change at any time Model EFD 1010 Elite Gourmet Automatic Food Dehydrator Distributed by MAXI MATIC USA 18401 E Arenth Ave City of Industry CA 91748 Customer Service Department 626 912 9877 Ext 116 120 MON FRI 9am 5pm PCT Email info maxi matic com Or visit our website www maxi matic com BY MAXI MATIC S Crawimet Automatic Food Dehydrator Model EFD 1010 INSTRUCTION MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed as below 1 2 3 4 10 11 12 13 14 Read all instructions carefully To protect against risk of electrical shock do not put the base cord amp plug in water or other liquid Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Unplug from outlet when not in use before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning Avoid contact with moving parts If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similar qualified person in order to avoid a hazard The use of attachments including canning jars not recommended or sold by the manufac
17. turer may cause fire electric shock or injury Do not use the appliance out doors Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or contact hot surface including the stove Blades are sharp Be careful not to hurt your hands when detaching and cleaning the blades To avoid injury never place cutting blade assembly on base without container properly attached Do not use appliance for other than intended use Switch off the appliance before changing approaching parts which move in use such as container This appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other To reduce the risk of electric shock this plug will fit in a polarized outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician Do not modify the plug in any way SAVE THESE INTRUCTIONS THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY PARTS amp FEATURES See through Lid P N 20724 5 Stackable Adjustable Trays Base Unit Roll up sheet POLARIZE PLUG amp SHORT CORD SAFETY Polarized Plug This appliance is for Household Use Only Place it on a level surface and insert plug into any 120 volt AC electrical outlet Do not use any other type of outlet This appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other As a safety feature this plug fits in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit into the outlet reverse the plug and try again Do not force the plug into the socket If it still
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