Special Modes
Dehydrate
This program is designed for traditional drying of food to preserve it.
The temperature can be set between
It is important that fruit and vegetables are ripe and not bruised before they are dehydrated.
Prepare the food for dehydrating.
–Peel and core apples, and cut into slices 1/4" (.5 cm) thick.
–Core plums if necessary.
–Peel, core and cut pears into wedges.
–Peel and slice bananas.
–Clean mushrooms, then either halve or slice them.
–Remove parsley and dill from the stem.
Distribute the food evenly over the roasting pan.
You could also use the rack or perforated baking tray, if available.
Select Special Modes.
Select Dehydrate.
If necessary, adjust the default
temperature and set the duration.
Follow the instructions in the display.
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Herbs* |
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*Because this program uses the fan, it is recommended that you use Surround with a temperature of
Reduce the temperature if condensation begins to form in the oven.
Danger of burns!
Use pot holders when removing the dehydrated food from the oven.
Allow the fruit or vegetables to cool down after dehydrating.
Dried fruit must be completely dry, but also soft and elastic. Juice should not escape when cut.
Store in sealed glass jars or tins.
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