caso DH 450 Food Dehydrator User Manual

caso DH 450 Food Dehydrator User Manual

General

Please read the information contained herein so that you can become familiar with your device quickly and take advantage of the full scope of its functions. Your device will serve you for many years if you handle it and care for it properly. We wish you a lot of pleasure in using it!

Information on this manual

This user’s guide is part of the Food Dehydrator CASO DH 450 (referred to hereafter as the Device) and provide you with important information for the initial commissioning, safety, intended use and care of the device. The Operating Instructions must be available at all times at the device. This Operating Manual must be read and applied by every person who is instructed to work with the device

• Commissioning,
• Operation,
• Troubleshooting and/or
• Cleaning

Keep the Operating Manual in a safe place and pass it on to the subsequent owner along with the device.

Warning notices
The following warning notices are used in the Operating Manual concerned here.

DANGER

A warning notice of this level of danger indicates a potentially dangerous situation. If the dangerous situation is not avoided, this can lead to death or serious injuries.

• Observe the instructions in this warning notice in order to avoid the danger of death or serious personal injuries

WARNING

A warning notice of this level of danger indicates a possible dangerous situation. If the dangerous situation is not avoided, this can lead to serious injuries.

• Observe the instructions in this warning notice in order to avoid the personal injuries

ATTENTION

A warning notice of this level of danger indicates a possible dangerous situation. If the dangerous situation is not avoided, this can lead to slight or moderate injuries.

• Observe the instructions in this warning notice in order to avoid the personal injuries

PLEASE NOTE

A notice of this kind indicates additional information, which will simplify the handling of the machine.

Limitation of liability

All the technical information, data and notices with regard to the installation, operation and care are completely up-to-date at the time of printing and are compiled to the best of our knowledge and belief, taking our past experience and fi ndings into consideration. No claims can be derived from the information provided, the illustrations or descriptions in this manual. The manufacturer does not assume any liability for damages arising as a result of the following

• Non-observance of the manual
• Uses for non-intended purposes
• Improper repairs
• Technical alterations, modifi cations of the device
• Use of unauthorized spare parts

Modifi cations of the device are not recommended and are not covered by the guarantee. All translations are carried out to the best of our knowledge. We do not assume any liability for translation errors, not even if the translation was carried out by us or on our instructions. The original German text remains solely binding.

Copyright protection

This document is copyright protected. Braukmann GmbH reserves all the rights, including those for photomechanical reproduction, duplication and distribution using special processes (e.g. data processing, data carriers, data networks), even partially. Subject to content and technical changes

Safety

This chapter provides you with important safety notices when handling the device.
The device corresponds with the required safety regulations. Improper use can result in personal or property damages.

Intended use

This device is only intended for use in households in enclosed spaces for

• For dehydration of food products

• Suitable for making fruit leather and muesli bars.
  This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications, such as:

• in kitchens, for employees in shops, offi ces and other commercial areas,

• in farms,

• by customers in hotels, motels and other similar residential environments,

• in bed and breakfast establishments.

Uses for a diff erent purpose or for a purpose which exceeds this description are considered incompatible with the intended or designated use.

WARNING

Danger due to unintended use! Dangers can emanate from the device if it is used for an unintended use and/or a diff erent kind of use.

• Use the device exclusively for its intended use.
• Observe the procedural methods described in this Operating Manual.

Claims of all kinds due to damages resulting from unintended uses are excluded. The User bears the sole risk.

General Safety information

PLEASE NOTE

Please observe the following general safety notices with regard to the safe handling of the device:

• Use the appliance only as described in the user’s guide to avoid possible injury from misuse.
• This unit may be used by children as of 8 years old and anyone with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or a lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed in connection with the safe use of the appliance and the dangers resulting from it.
• Cleaning and maintenance by the user must not be performed by children unless they are at least 8 years old and are supervised.
• The device and its connecting cable must be kept away from children who are less than 8 years old.
• Children are not allowed to play with the device.
• Operate the appliance only in dry indoor areas.
• Do not operate the appliance unattended.
• Do not use the appliance:
  • if the appliance itself or parts are damaged,
  • if the power cord or plug is damaged,
  • if the appliance has been dropped.

PLEASE NOTE

• Always unwind the power cord completely before use. When doing so, ensure the power cord is not damaged by sharp edges or hot objects.

• Pull the plug out of the socket:

  • when you are not using the appliance,
  • after each use,
  • before cleaning the appliance or putting it away,
  • if there is an obvious malfunction during operation,
  • during a thunderstorm.

• Do not make any modifi cations to the appliance or the power cord.
  Only have repairs carried out by a specialist workshop, as appliances that have not been repaired properly endanger the user. Please also observe the enclosed warranty conditions. Only use the appliance with original accessories.

• Place the appliance on a stable, level surface. Ensure suffi cient distance between the appliance and strong heat sources such as hotplates, heating pipes, etc.

• Do not clean the appliance with hard, scratchy or abrasive cleaning agents such as steel wool or similar.

• Defective components must always be replaced with original replacement parts. Only such parts will guarantee that the safety requirements are fulfi lled.

• The device is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.

• Clean the device and surfaces that come into contact with food after each use as described in the chapter “cleaning and maintenance”.

• Stay close to the device when it is in operation.

• Do not remove the lid for a longer period of time when the device is in operation.

Sources of danger

Danger of burns

WARNING

Products made using the device, the device itself and the device’s surfaces can become very hot. Please note the following safety instructions to protect yourself and others from burns:

• During operation the device heats up; hot air escapes from the top of the lid; there is a risk of burns.

WARNING

• The device can become hot. Do not move the device while in operation or before it has cooled down.
• Only touch the recessed grips on the lid.
• The device surfaces will remain hot after use. Do not touch the device until it has cooled down completely.

Danger of fi re

WARNING

There is a danger of fi re due to the ignition of the content in the event the device is not used properly. Observe the following safety notices to avoid dangers of fi re:

• Do not place the device on paper/ newspaper or on a loose surface as they can be sucked in and block the ventilation slots. This increases the risk of overheating and fi re!
• Do not cover the ventilation slots on the device and in the lid.

Dangers due to electrical power

DANGER

Mortal danger due to electrical power!
Mortal danger exists when coming into contact with live wires or subassemblies! Observe the following safety notices to avoid dangers due to electrical power:

• If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its customer service or a similarly qualifi ed person in order to avoid hazards.
• Do not open the housing on the device under any circumstances. There is a danger of an electrical shock if live connections are touched and the electrical or mechanical structure is altered. In addition, functional faults on the device can also occur.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water for cleaning.
• WARNING! Risk of electric shock! Do not allow any liquid to run over the appliance connector.

Commissioning

This chapter provides you with important safety notices during the initial commissioning of the device. Observe the following notices to avoid dangers and damages:

Packaging safety information

WARNING

• Packaging materials may not be used for playing. There is a danger of suff ocation.

Delivery scope and transport inspection

The device includes the following components:

• CASO DH 450
• 5 stackable drying racks
• Lid with ventilation slots
• 2 silicone moulds for muesli bars
• 2 dehydration sheets
• Operating manua

PLEASE NOTE

• Examine the shipment to ensure the unit and manual are included and inspect the unit for any visible damage.
• Immediately notify the carrier and/or the supplier about an incomplete shipment or any damage as a result of inadequate packaging or mishandling.

Unpacking

Carefully remove the packaging material and unit from the carton.

PLEASE NOTE

• If possible, keep the original packaging for the duration of the guarantee period in the event a return is necessary

Setup location requirements

In order to ensure the safe and trouble-free operation of the device, the setup location must fulfi l the following prerequisites:

• Only use this device on a fl at, stable, heat-resistant surface away from water splashes and any heat sources.
• Choose the setup location in such a way that children cannot reach any hot surfaces on the device.
• Do not set up the device in a hot, wet or extremely damp environment or near fl ammable material.
• The electrical socket must be easily accessible so that the power lead can be disconnected easily, in the case of an emergency.
• The installation and assembly of this device in non-stationary setup locations (e.g. on ships) must be carried out by specialist companies / electricians, provided they guarantee the prerequisites for the safe use of this device.
• The device shall not be placed in a cabinet while it is in operation.

Electrical connection

In order to ensure the safe and trouble-free operation of the device, the following instructions must be observed for the electrical connection:

• Before connecting the device, compare the connection data (voltage and frequency) on the rating plate with those of your electrical network. This data must agree in order that no damages occur in the device. If in doubt, ask your qualifi ed electrician.
• The connection between the device and the electrical network may employ a 3 meter long (max.) extension cable with a cross-section of 1.5 mm². The use of multiple plugs or gangs is prohibited because of the danger of fi re that is involved with this.
• Make sure that the power cable is undamaged and has not been installed under the device or over hot or sharp surfaces.
• The electrical outlet must be protected by a 16A safety cut-out switch.
• The electrical safety of the device is only guaranteed if the device is connected to a properly installed protective conductor system. If in doubt, have the house installation checked over by a qualifi ed electrician. The manufacturer cannot be made responsible for damages that are caused by a missing or damaged protective conductor.

Design and Function

This chapter provides you with important information of the design and function of the device.

Overview
 

1. Lid with ventilation slots and recessed grips

2. Drying rack (5 racks) with recessed grips

3. Base device

4. Recessed grips in the base device

5. Control panel with LED display

6. Silicone mould for muesli bars (2 moulds)

7. Dehydration sheet (2 sheets)

8. On / Off button
   Control Panel
   

9. Start / Pause button

10. Setting button: Press the button to select the drying time and temperature.

11. Time display on the control panel

12. Deactivated mute mode display: To deactivate the mute mode press the setting button (11).

13. Temperature display on the control panel

14. Heating up display: fl ashes when the device is heating up.

15. Control knob: Turn the knob clockwise to increase the setting; turn the knob anti-clockwise to lower the setting

Rating plate

The rating plate with the connection and performance data can be founded beneath the device.

Operation and Handing

This chapter provides you with important notices with regard to operating the device. Observe the following notices to avoid dangers and damages.

Assembly

1. Place the device on a fl at surface.

2. Clean the device as described in the “Cleaning and care” section.

3. Prepare the food items which you want to dry. If required, rinse the food items and cut them into small pieces or thin slices, depending on their size. If required, remove any stones.

4. Place the prepared food items on the drying racks. When doing so, make sure that the items do not overlap. If the items are particularly moist or the pieces are very small, you can place the dehydration sheets (7) on the drying racks and the items on the sheets to prevent any drips.

5. Stack the loaded drying racks on top of each other on the base device. The racks can be stacked at two diff erent heights by rotating them horizontally through 180° (the top of the rack will then be at the bottom).
   Drying racks with narrow spacing
   The connectors are next to each other – ideal for fl at / small items.
   
   Drying racks with wide spacing
   The connectors are on top of each other – ideal for thicker / larger items and when using the silicone muesli bar moulds.
   
   

6. The device can be operated with one to fi ve drying racks as required.

7. Place the lid on the top rack. Make sure that the ventilation slots are not blocked.

PLEASE NOTE

• Make sure that the racks are correctly stacked. Incorrectly stacked racks are unstable and may fall off the device!

Operation

1. Assemble the appliance as described under „Assembly“.
2. Plug the plug into the power socket.
3. Switch the device on by pressing the On/Off button (7). The control panel will light up.
4. Press the Setting button (9). The time display on the control panel will start to fl ash.
5. Turn the control knob (14) to set the desired time (from 30 mins to 48 hours).
6. Press the Setting button (9) again. The temperature display on the control panel will start to fl ash.
7. Turn the control knob (14) to set the desired temperature (from 35 °C to 70 °C).
8. Press the Start/Pause button to start the drying process.
9. The fl ashing heating up symbol shows that the device is heating up. When the symbol stops fl ashing and is continuously on the operating temperature has been reached.
10. At the end of the selected drying time the device will beep 3 times and the word “End” will appear on the control panel display.
11. Remove the food items and check their consistency. Depending on your preferred taste and desired consistency you can extend the drying time. To do this, repeat the steps described above

PLEASE NOTE

• The time or temperature cannot be reset while the device is in operation. To pause the process and make any changes, press the Start / Pause button.
• The ventilator will continue to run for a short time after you pause or end the drying process.
• To ensure evening drying of all the food items, we recommend moving the racks around during the drying process (top rack to the bottom, etc.)

Notes on the drying process

• During drying, warm air absorbs moisture from the food items. This is a gentle process which makes it possible to keep food fresh for longer because it reduces the surface area which can be attacked by bacteria and mould. It also preserves the majority of vitamins and minerals.
• The lower the drying temperature, the more vitamins/ minerals will be preserved. The drying process will, however, take longer.
• The drying process for food items with a high moisture content will take longer than for items which have a lower moisture content.
• The thinner food items are sliced, the faster they can be dried. Correspondingly, items with a high moisture level should be cut into thinner slices.
• To keep dried food fresher for longer, it should be stored in airtight containers – vacuum containers are perfect for this purpose.
• Brushing lemon juice onto the food items will help preserve their colour during the drying process.

PLEASE NOTE

• The recommended drying times and temperatures will depend on what food is being used; its moisture content; how thickly it is sliced and what level of drying is desired. As a result, the recommended preparation times may vary. The recommendations given on the device’s lid and in the table provide guidelines.

| Herbs| 30-40 °C| 2-6 hours|

• E.g. rosemary, basil, mint, chamomile blossoms, etc

---|---|---|---|---
| Gentle drying| 40 °C| 12-48 hours|

• Items which are dried slowly at temperatures below 42 °C are referred to as “raw food” because most of the nutrients are preserved. All fruit and vegetables can be dried at 40 °C, however this will lengthen the drying time

| Vegetables| 50 °C| 4-12 hours|

• E.g. mushrooms, tomatoes, bell peppers, carrots, courgettes, etc.
• Halved or cut into slices / strips

| Fruit| 50-60 °C| 12-24 hours|

• E.g. berries, apricots, grapes, fi gs, cherry tomatoes, etc.
• Whole, halved or quartered

| Sliced fruit| 50-70 °C| 8-16 hours|

• E.g. apples, bananas, large tomatoes, mangos, kiwis, pears, etc.
• Cut into approx. 2-10 mm thick slices

| Fruit leather| 60 °C| 4-6 hours|

• Purée ripe fruit and spread an approx. 5-10 mm thick layer onto a dehydration sheet
• Depending on your personal taste, you can add honey or agave syrup; seeds/kernels such as chia or sunfl ower seeds; fresh herbs such as mint or basil; spices such as cinnamon; vegetables such as spinach and much more besides

| Muesli bars| 60 °C| 4-10 hours|

• Mix oat fl akes with a small amount of oil (e.g. coconut oil), fl our, honey or similar until you have a slightly sticky mixture
• Add seeds, kernels, nuts, (dried) fruit or spices as desired

| Beef Jerkey| 60-70 °C| 6-15 hours|

• Cut lean meat into approx. 5-10 mm thick slices and marinate in liquid for several hours before drying

Recipes

pple muesli bars

Ingredients for 8-12 bars:

• 75 g oat fl akes
• 75 g almonds, roughly chopped
• 1 grated apple
• 2 tbsp fl our
• 1 tbsp sunfl ower seeds
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 2 tbsp honey or agave syrup
• 1 tbsp oil (e.g. rapeseed or coconut)
• Cinnamon to personal taste
• 1 dash of lemon juice

Preparation:

1. Mix all the ingredients together until you have a crumbly, slightly sticky mixture.
2. Fill the mixture into the silicone moulds and pat down until the upper surface is smooth.
3. Place the silicone moulds onto the drying racks and assemble the device.
4. Run the dehydrator for approx. 5 hours at 60 °C.
5. Let the muesli bars cool. Remove the muesli bars from the moulds by turning them out over a plate.
6. Store the muesli bars in an airtight container.

• If you would like to make more muesli bars, you can use the silicone moulds to preshape the bars and then place them directly on the drying racks. If required, place the dehydration sheets on the racks fi rst or, alternatively, use baking paper.
• You can modify the recipe by adding nuts, seeds, spices or (dried) fruit.

Strawberry and banana fruit leather

Ingredients

• 150 g strawberries
• 1 ripe banana
• 1 dash of lemon
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Preparation:

1. Place all the ingredients in a blender and purée until you have a smooth mixture.
2. Place a dehydration sheet on a rack and spread the fruit puree over the sheet. Keeping adding fruit puree until you have an approx. 5-10 mm thick layer.
3. Place the lid on the device and run it for approx. 4 hours at 60 °C.
4. If the surface of the fruit leather is still sticky when the time ends, then extend the drying process for another 30-60 mins and check the consistency again.
5. Cut the fi nished fruit leather into strips and store in an airtight container.

• If you would like to make a larger quantity of fruit leather, you can use baking paper in addition to the dehydration sheets.

Cleaning and Maintenance

This chapter provides you with important notices with regard to cleaning and maintaining the device. Please observe the notices to prevent damages due to cleaning the device incorrectly and to ensure trouble-free operation.

Safety information

ATTENTION

Please observe the safety instructions, before cleaning your device

• Turn the device off prior to cleaning and remove the plug from the wall socket.
• Clean the device directly after use. Extended waiting unnecessarily complicates cleaning and can make it impossible in extreme cases. Excessive accumulations of dirt can even damage the device under certain circumstances.
• Do not use any aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents.
• Do not scrape off stubborn dirt with hard items.
• Do not immerse the unit into water, do not put it in a dishwasher

Cleaning

Device
Let the base device cool down, then wipe with a damp cloth. Dry the device thoroughly before you put it away

Lid, drying racks, silicone muesli bar mould and dehydration sheets
The lid, the drying racks, the silicone muesli bar moulds and the dehydration sheets can be cleaned using standard washing-up liquid. Dry all the components thoroughly before you put them away.

Troubleshooting

This chapter provides you with important notices with regard to operating the device. Observe the following notices to avoid dangers and damages:

Safety notices

ATTENTION

• Repairs of electrical appliances must be carried out by qualifi ed person who are trained by the manufacturer.
• Repairs performed by untrained persons may result in considerable hazards for the user and damage the machine.

Troubleshooting table

The table below will help you to locate and solve small problems.

mains power
The device is not working.| Contact our Customer Service
The control panel display does not light up after the device is turned on.| The connection to mains power is loose.| Remove the plug from the socket and plug it in again.
The device is not working.| Contact our Customer Service
E1| Interrupted electrical circuit.| Contact our Customer Service.
E2| Short circuit.| Contact our Customer Service

PLEASE NOTE

• If you cannot solve the problem by carrying out the steps described above, our Customer Service will help you free of charge.
• Clean the device before you send it to customer service.

Disposal of the Old Device

Old electric and electronic devices frequently still contain valuable materials. However, they also contain damaging substances, which were necessary for their functionality and safety. If these were put in the non recyclable waste or were handled incorrectly, they could be detrimental to human health and the environment. Therefore, do not put your old device into the non-recyclable waste under any circumstances.

PLEASE NOTE

• Utilise the collection point, established in your town, to return and recycle old electric and electronic devices. If necessary, contact your town hall, local refuse collection service or your dealer for information.
• Ensure that your old device is stored safely away from children until it is taken away

Disposal of the packaging

The packaging protects the device against damages during transit. The packaging materials are selected in accordance with environmentally compatible and recyclingrelated points of view and can therefore be recycled. Returning the packaging back to the material loop saves raw materials and reduces the quantities of accumulated waste. Take any packaging materials that are no longer required to “Green Dot” recycling collection points for disposal.

Guarantee

We provide a 24-month guarantee for defects caused by production or material faults, beginning on the date of purchase. Our guarantee is valid for Germany, Austria and the Netherlands. For all other countries, please contact us.

Your legal guarantee claims as per Art. 437 ff . German Civil Code (BGB) will remain unaff ected by this. You may exercise your statutory guarantee rights free of charge. The guarantee does not cover damage caused by improper handling or use of the product or defects which have only a minor impact on the product’s functionality or value. In addition to this, the guarantee also excludes parts which are subject to wear and tear; transport damages insofar as we are not responsible for them and damages caused by repairs which were not carried out by us.
This product has been constructed for non-commercial use (domestic use) and its performance is designed to meet the corresponding needs. The guarantee only covers commercial use insofar as it is comparable to domestic use. The product is not intended for any other type of commercial use.

In the case of legitimate complaints we may either repair the defective product or replace it with a defect-free product at our discretion. Obvious defects must be notifi ed to us within 14 days of the product’s delivery. Any further claims are excluded.

When making a guarantee claim please contact us before you return the product (always with the purchase receipt!). Our contact details (“Guarantor”) are provided at the beginning of this instruction manual.

Braukmann GmbH
Raiffeisenstraße 9
D-59757 Arnsberg
Service-Hotline International:
Tel.: +49 (0) 29 32 / 80 55 4 – 99
Fax: +49 (0) 29 32 / 80 55 4 – 77
eMail: kundenservice@caso-design.de
Internet: www.caso-design.de

References

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• CASO Design Onlineshop

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