Sunbeam DT5600 - User Manual

How it worksDehydrating food is an ancient method of preserving food. It is a gentle, natural process which removes moisture from food.Using a controlled heat temperature, air is circulated from the top of the unit to each of the five trays and base. This method of drying seals in the flavours and n...

6 Drying racks, fruit roll trays and baseTo clean the drying racks, fruit roll trays and the base, soak in warm soapy water. A soft bristle brush can be used to loosen stubborn food particles. LidDo not immerse the Lid with Drying Motor in water. To clean, use a damp, soft sponge with a mild deterge...

7 Important Guidelines and Hints Use quality food Best results are achieved when quality food is used. Select produce at the peak of ripeness, colour and flavour, for the highest nutritional content.You can dry overripe produce successfully, as long as you remove any spoiled areas. Wash foodFood sho...

8 Storage of Dried Foods • Containers should be moisture and insect free. • Glass jars with metal screw lids are ideal containers. Food stored in plastic bags, should be stored inside an insect proof container. • The storage area should be cool, dry and as dark as possible. The ideal temperature for...

10 Expect a variance in the time needed to dry different foods. Drying times are affected by the size of the load, thickness of slices, humidity and temperature in your home. NOTE: Times stated are based on drying using five racks. Times will vary depending on number of racks used. Drying Chart for ...

12 Preparation• Wash vegetables thoroughly and remove blemishes. • Pre-treat where recommended.Pre-Treatment• Steam Blanching: is needed to speed up drying process for certain vegetables. • Blanching: Preserves the colour, stops the ripening process and generally makes the produce dry faster. To Bla...

14 Fruit rolls make delicious snacks ready to have on hand. Here are some steps to ensure perfect fruit rolls:• Fresh or canned fruit can be used to make fruit rolls, simply substitute weight for weight. However, do not combine a mixture of canned and fresh fruit in the same roll up. If using fresh ...

15 Recipes (continued) 15 Drying Herbs and Spices Drying your own herbs and spices is an easy, economical way to make the most from your herb garden.Hints• Pick leaves, when young and tender.• Pick seed pods before they open.• Most herbs and spices can be dried on the plant stalk or stem. • The leav...

16 Drying Chart for Herbs and Spices Herb/Spice Preparation Drying time Use Basil Wash, pat dry with paper towel. Place leaves onto drying racks. 2-4 hours Soups and sauces. Chives Wash, pat dry with paper towel. Slice into desired lengths. 2-4 hours Salads, casseroles and soups. Chilli, long fresh ...

17 Recipes (continued) Drying Meat Dehydrating MeatHere are some steps to ensure meat is dehydrated safely:• Meats should be dried at 75ºC (Setting 3). • Choose lean meat without much marbling (fat distributed throughout meat). IMPORTANT: Meat must be of the highest quality and marinated on day of p...

18 Recipes (continued) Drying Flowers Using your Food Dehydrator, you are able to dry your own flowers, blossoms and petals.Hints• As flowers darken when they dry, try to select flowers which are several shades lighter. Preparation Directions1. Cut flowers when they are dry and cool.2. Choose flower...

19 Recipes (continued) 19 Recipes Pumpkin, corn & chilli loaf Serves: 8-10Preparation: 15 mins (not including pumpkin drying time)Cooking: 1 hour 5 mins 2 cups self-raising flourPinch of salt2 cups dried pumpkin pieces2 x 125g cans creamed corn¾ cup extra light sour cream½ cup coarsely grated re...

29 Produce Date Weight of produce (before drying) Pre-treatment Humidity 1........5 (low) (high) Time drying started Time drying finished Weight of dried produce Drying Records Chart 29

33 Should you experience any difficulties with your appliance, please phone our customer service line for advice on 1300 881 861 in Australia, or 0800 786 232 in New Zealand. Alternatively, you can send a written claim to Sunbeam at the address listed below. On receipt of your claim, Sunbeam will se...