concept SO 1021 Fruit Dehydrator Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: concept

Table of Contents

concept SO 1021 Fruit Dehydrator
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CONSUMPTION OF DRIED FOOD
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
References
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concept SO 1021 Fruit Dehydrator

ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Thank you for purchasing a Concept product. We hope you will be satisfied with our product throughout its service life.
Please study the entire Operating Manual carefully before you start using the product. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference. Make sure that all other people using the appliance are familiar with the contents of the instruction manual.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Do not use this appliance in a manner different from the instructions in this manual.
Remove all packaging and marketing materials from the appliance before you use it for the first time.
Make sure the connecting voltage corresponds to values on the appliance type label.
Do not leave the appliance unattended during operation.
Only place the appliance on a stable and heat-resistant surface away from other heat sources. This surface shall have a sufficient load capacity to hold the appliance and its contents. Leave at least 15 cm of free space around the appliance.
Do not leave the appliance close to flammable materials; do not place anything on top of the appliance.
Do not insert any items made of paper or plastic inside the appliance.
Do not cover the appliance openings; there is a danger of overheating.
Do not store anything inside the appliance.
Keep the appliance clean. Do not allow any foreign objects to enter the appliance through the grille. They might damage or short-circuit the appliance, or set it on fire.
Never pull the power cord when disconnecting the machine from the socket; grasp and pull the plug, not the cord.
Do not allow children or legally incapacitated people to handle the appliance; use it out of reach of such people.
Any physically challenged people, people with reduced sensory perception or insufficient mental capacity, or people who have not been familiarised with its operation may only use the appliance under the supervision of a responsible person who is familiar with these instructions.
Always be extremely careful when using the appliance while children are nearby.
Do not allow the appliance to be used as a toy.
Make sure the power cord does not hang over the edge of the working area, where children might reach it.
Do not use the appliance on wet surfaces as there is a risk of electric shock.
Do not use any other accessories except those recommended by the manufacturer.
Never use the appliance with a damaged power cord or plug. Contact an authorized service center immediately to have any such defect repaired.
Never pull the supply power cord or use it to carry the machine.
Keep the appliance away from any sources of heat, such as radiators, ovens, etc. Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight or moisture.
Do not touch the appliance with damp or wet hands.
Turn off the appliance and disconnect the plug from the main outlet in the event of any failure.
The appliance is intended for household use only; it is not designed for commercial application.
Do not immerse the power cable, the plug, or the appliance itself in water or any other liquid.
Check the appliance and its power cord regularly for damage. Never turn the appliance on if it is damaged.
Turn the appliance off prior to cleaning and after using it.
If you see smoke, switch the appliance off and disconnect the cable from the main socket. Leave the cover on to prevent the possible spread of fire.
Do not attempt to repair the unit by yourself. Contact an authorized service center.
The maximum recommended operation time must not exceed 40 hours.
We recommend always using the dehydrator with the 5 supplied trays, even if some remain vacant.

Failure to follow the manufacturer‘s instructions may lead to refusal of warranty repair.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Lid
Temperature set-up controller
ON/OFF switch
Appliance body
Drying screens

WARNING: Before you operate a new unit, leave it assembled and turned on without fruit for about 30 min-utes. Clean the unit afterward using a wet cloth for sanitary reasons, and wash the drying screens in warm water.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The unit is designed to dry food (fruit, vegetables, herbs, flowers, mushrooms, meat, etc.).
Water is evaporated during the drying process. The unit works on the principle of the direct flow of hot air, which means the food is not overheated and is dried evenly.
If you put cut pieces of fruit in a weak solution of lemon juice, it will keep its bright color, and not go brown.
You may put hard vegetables (carrot, celery) in hot water for 1-2 minutes before drying, and then drain them. They will retain their taste, and the drying will take less time.

Wash and dry fruits or vegetables first. Cut away any poor-quality pieces (half-rotten, bruised, etc.). To speed up the process, you can stone the fruit, cut out the core or peel the skin. You can dip the fruit in honey, herbs or juice to adjust the flavor to your liking.
Cut the food into slices, and arrange the slices on drying screens in an even manner. Do not overlap the slices; there should be a tiny space between them. To allow sufficient airflow, leave at least 10% of the drying screen surface free.
You can improve the airflow and shorten the process by removing empty screens. Always use the lid.
Connect the dryer to the mains.
Press (3) button to turn ON the appliance.
The thermostat knob (2) set the desired drying temperature.
We recommend:
Flowers: approx. 35–40° C
Herbs: approx. 40° C
Bakery products: 40–50° C
Vegetables: 50–55° C;
Fruit: 55–60° C
Meat, fish: 65–70° C
Do not be afraid of experimenting. The time and intensity of drying vary depending on the water content, thickness of slices, their quantity, and your preference. You will soon find out for yourself what model suits you the best.
We recommend turning the unit off about halfway through the drying period and checking the food. Rearrange the drying screens so that the lower ones move up and vice versa. Continue drying. The food will dehydrate more evenly.
When the food dryer will finish drying let the hot air inside until it natural cooling, then it is possible to remove the food.

CAUTION! The food must be sufficiently dry to prevent spoiling.
Correctly dried vegetables will be dry and brittle.
Correctly dried fruit will be leathery and pliable.
Correctly dried mushrooms will be leathery or even brittle.

PACKAGING AND STORAGE OF DRIED FOOD
The dried food must be cool prior to storage (otherwise it may steam up and spoil). Wait for about one week before packing for long-term storage.
We recommend packing the dried pieces in smaller quantities so that you can use up the whole pack after opening.
Ideally, store the dried food in sealable glasses, or cloth or paper bags.

CONSUMPTION OF DRIED FOOD

The food can be consumed or processed dry.
The food can be soaked before consumption or processing as follows:
Pour cold water into a pot, submerge the dried pieces and let them swell in a fridge for 1-8 hours depending on the food type. The volume of food will increase up to double.
To retain the nutritional value of the dried food, you can use the water for cooking and preparation

RECOMMENDED CAPACITIES AND TIME OF DRYING FOR SOME FRUITS AND PLANTS

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

CAUTION! Always disconnect the power supply cable from the mains outlet before cleaning the appliance. Prior to handling, make sure the appliance is cool!
The surface of the unit may only be cleaned using a moist cloth. Do not use any detergents or hard objects as they may damage the unit surface!
Wash the drying screens in warm water with a bit of detergent. If the screens are very dirty, leave them in the water and then use a soft brush.
Never clean the base with the fan under running water, do not rinse it, and do not submerge it in water!

TROUBLESHOOTING

ACCESSORIES
The following accessories can be bought with the unit:
Drying screen, order code 42390620, price according to the pricelist in force

SERVICING
Any extensive maintenance or repair requiring access to the internal parts of the product shall be performed by an authorized service center.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Packaging materials and obsolete appliances should be recycled.
The transport box may be disposed of as sorted waste.
Polyethylene bags shall be handed over for recycling.

Appliance recycling at the end of its service life:

A symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product should not go into household waste.It must be taken to the collection point of an electric and electronic equipment recycling facility. By making sure this product is disposed of properly, you will help prevent the negative effects on the environment and human health that would otherwise result from the inappropriate disposal of this product. You can learn more about recycling this product from your local authorities, a household waste disposal service or in the shop where you bought this product.