Drying Tips; Cleaning And Maintenance; Waste Disposal - Gorenje FDK500GCW Mode D'emploi

seconds.
Note:
1. Make sure that the fan base is always in
place when operating. If you do not have time to dry
all the food in one day, you can dry it in next day. In
this case, you should store the food in a container
and put it in the freezer.
2. If finish drying, unplug the unit from the
power mains.
3. It is recommended to stack at least 3
trays, whether there is food on them or not.
Set low temperature for thin/small pieces of food
or for a small load of food. Set high temperature
for drying thick/big pieces of food and large loads.
The temperature can also be used to decrease the
temperature as the food is near the end of its
drying cycle, which makes it easier to control the
final moisture level in the food.
HINTS
:
·This dehydrator includes 5 stackable transparent
trays and it features overheat protection. The base
contains th heating elements, motor, fan and
thermostat.
·The air vents on the tray allow air to circulate.
·Using temperature-controlled heating, air is
circulated from the base of the dehydrator to each
of the five trays and the cover to eliminate
moisture from food.
·Depending on the moisture in the food and the
humidity in the air, drying time can change. Use
the dryer in a dust free, well ventilated, warm and
dry room. Good ventilation is also important.
· Fruit and vegetables dried in your food
dehydrator will be different in appearance from
those sold in health food stores and
supermarkets. This is because your food
dehydrator uses no preservatives, no artificial
colouring and only natural additives.
Recording humidity and weight of the food before
and after particular drying times will be helpful for
improving your drying techniques in the future.

DRYING TIPS:

Drying time for pre-treated fruit will vary according
to the following factors:
1) thickness of pieces or slices
2) number of trays used in the drying process
3) volume of food being dried
4) moisture or humidity in your environment
5) your preferences of drying for each type of
dried food
It is recommended to:

Check your food every hour.
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Rotate and/or re-stack your trays if you notice
uneven drying.
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Label food with contents, date and weight
before drying. It will also be helpful to note the
drying time for future reference.
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Pre-treated food will give the best effect in
drying.

Correct food storage after drying also will
help to keep food in good condition and
preserve the nutrients.
STORAGE

Store food only after it has cooled down.

Food can be kept longer if stored in a cool,
dry and dark place.

Remove all the air you possibly can from the
storage container and close tightly.

Optimal storage temperature is 15°C or
lower.

Never store food directly in a metal container.
 Avoid containers that "breathe" or have a
weak seal.

Check the contents of your dried food for
moisture
dehydration. If there is moisture inside, you
should dehydrate the contents for a longer
time to avoid spoilage.

For best quality, dried fruit, vegetables,
herbs, nuts, and bread should not be kept for
more than 1 year if kept in the refrigerator or
freezer.

Dried meats, poultry and fish should be
stored for no more than 3 months if kept in
the refrigerator, or 1 year if kept in the freezer.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

After use, unplug the dehydrator from the power
supply and let it cool down before cleaning. Use a
soft brush to remove food stuck to the trays. Dry
all parts with a dry cloth before storing the
dehydrator. Clean the surface of the housing with
a wet cloth.
Use paper towels to remove any excess marinade.
Do not clean the appliance with aggressive
chemicals or abrasives to avoid damaging the
surface.

WASTE DISPOSAL

The symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product may not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical
and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. For more detailed
information about recycling of this product, please
contact your local city office, your household
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