Sunbeam DT5600 manual

Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference. F o o d D e h y d r a t o r Healthy food dryer with 5 drying racks Instruction/Recipe Booklet DT5600[...]

Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions 1 Features of your Food Dehydrator 2 Using your Food Dehydrator 4 Care and Cleaning 6 Important Guidelines and Hints 7 Storage of Dried Foods 8 Rehydrating Dried Foods 8 Use of Dried Food 9 Drying Fruits 9 Drying Chart for Fruit 10 Drying V egetables 12 Fruit Rolls 14 Drying Herbs and Spices 15 Drying Chart for Herbs [...]

1 If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance, please visit www .sunbeam.com.au or contact the Sunbeam Consumer Service Line. Ensure the above safety precautions are understood. S u n b e a m ’ s S a f e t y P r e c a u t i o n s SAF ETY P RECA UTI ONS F OR YOU R SU NBEA M DEH YDR A TOR . • En sure your d ehyd r[...]

Lid with drying motor Acts as a lid for the Food Dehydrator and contains the motor and power switch. Air vents on the lid allow air to be circulated. 5 large drying racks Holds the food in place for easy drying. Y our unit includes 5 drying racks. Y ou can purchase more drying racks from retail outlets and Sunbeam service centre. Rubber feet Holds [...]

3 On/Off switch with three heat settings Enable the user to choose the type of drying needed with three heat settings. Removable Filter The filter is removable for easy cleaning. Fruit Roll T ray Makes delicious fruit rolls naturally .[...]

How it works Dehydrating 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 nutrients of the food, leaving a high food nutrie[...]

5 U si n g y o ur De h yd r at o r ( c on t in u ed ) Before using your Food Dehydrator • W ash the drying racks, base and fruit roll tray in warm water using a mild detergent. Rinse and dry each part thoroughly before use. • Before you assemble the food dehydrator ensure that the power cord is unplugged. Using your Food dehydrator 1. Arrange t[...]

6 Drying racks, fruit roll trays and base T o 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. Lid Do not immerse the Lid with Drying Motor in water . T o clean, use a damp, soft sponge with a mild detergent. Do not use steel wool, scouring pads or [...]

7 I m p o r t a n t G u i d e l i n e s a n d H i n t s 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. Y ou can dry overripe produce successfully , as long as you remove any spoiled areas. Wash food Food should be washed and drie[...]

8 S t o r a g e o f D r i e d F o o d s • 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 storing dehydrated food is [...]

9 U s e o f D r i e d F o o d Dehydrated fruits and vegetables can be used in a variety of dishes that can be used to make: sauces, casseroles, marinated vegetables, cakes, salads, pies, soups, cereals, pasta dishes and poultry dishes stuffing. Foods such as garlic, chillies and tomatoes can be bottled in olive oil and stored in a cool dry place fo[...]

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: T imes stated are based on drying using five racks. T imes will vary depending on number of racks used. D r y i n g C h a r t f o r F r u i t Food type Pre treatment Set[...]

11 D ry i ng C ha r t f or F ru i t ( c on t in u ed ) Food type Pre treatment Setting/drying time Suggested Use Limes, skin on, 5mm slices Scrub whole fruit under warm water 8-10 hours Add to curries and potpourri mixes Oranges, Naval, skin on, halved, cut into 0.5mm slices Scrub whole fruit under warm water 6-8 hours Add to potpourri mixes and di[...]

12 Preparation • W ash vegetables thoroughly and remove blemishes. • Pre-treat where recommended. Pre-T reatment • 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 . T o Blanch 1. Soak vegetables in boiling [...]

13 D ry i ng V e ge t ab l es ( co n ti n ue d ) Food type Pre treatment Setting/drying time Suggested Use T omatoes, regular , cut into 2cm-thick wedges (dried) None 6 hours Add to risottos and pasta sauces T omatoes, Roma (egg) cut in half semi-dried None 8 hours Add to antipasto platters, sandwich fillings, pies and tarts T omato, Roma (egg) cut[...]

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 fruit, make sure it is of good quality without[...]

15 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) 15 D r y i n g H e r b s a n d S p i c e s 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 leaves and see[...]

16 D r y i n g C h a r t f o r H e r b s a n d S p i c e s Herb/Spice Preparation Drying time Use Basil W ash, pat dry with paper towel. Place leaves onto drying racks. 2-4 hours Soups and sauces. Chives W ash, pat dry with paper towel. Slice into desired lengths. 2-4 hours Salads, casseroles and soups. Chilli, long fresh red, halved, deseeded None[...]

17 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) D r y i n g M e a t Dehydrating Meat Here 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). IMPORT ANT : Meat must be of the highest quality and marinated on day of purchase. • Marinate t[...]

18 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) D r y i n g F l o w e r s 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 Directions 1. Cut flowers when they are dry and cool. 2. Choose flowers that are firm but [...]

19 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) 19 R e c i p e s Pumpkin, corn & chilli loaf Serves: 8-10 Preparation: 15 mins (not including pumpkin drying time) Cooking: 1 hour 5 mins 2 cups self-raising flour Pinch of salt 2 cups dried pumpkin pieces 2 x 125g cans creamed corn ¾ cup extra light sour cream ½ cup coarsely grated reduced-fat cheddar cheese [...]

20 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) 20 Sour cream & chive scrolls-Low fat and gluten free! Serves: 12 Preparation: 15 mins Cooking: 25-30 mins Melted butter , to grease 2 ½ cups gluten-free self-raising flour ½ teaspoon salt ¹⁄ ³ cup dried chopped onion 2 tablespoons dried chopped chives 50g reduced-fat dairy spread ½ cup light sour cream ?[...]

21 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) 21 Apricot & coconut balls Makes: 36 Preparation: 25 mins (+ 8 hours chilling time) Melted butter , to grease 200g dried apricot halves ¾ cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1 cup skim milk powder 200g white chocolate, melted ¾ cup desiccated coconut 1. Brush a 20cm slab pan with melted butter to grease. Line ba[...]

22 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) 22 Choc-coated oranges Makes: 35 slices Preparation: 15 mins (not including drying time, + 3 hours setting time) Y ou will need to dry about 5-6 large seedless oranges for this recipe. 220g good-quality dark cooking chocolate 35 dried orange slices (.5cm thick) 1. Line two baking trays with non-stick baking paper . [...]

23 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) Low-fat fruity muffins Makes: 12 muffins Preparation: 10 mins (not including drying pineapple) Cooking: 22-25 mins Cooking oil spray 3 cups self-raising flour 1½ cups skim milk 200g dried pineapple or paw paw pieces, chopped ½ cup firmly packed brown sugar 60g low-fat dairy spread, melted 1 egg, lightly beaten 1. [...]

Pear & choc chip friands Makes: 8 friands Preparation: 10 mins (not including pear drying time) Cooking: 20-25 mins Cooking oil spray 6 eggwhites 1½ cups icing-sugar mixture 1 cup almond or hazelnut meal ½ cup plain flour 12 pieces dried pear , finely chopped ¾ cup milk chocolate choc bits 1. Preheat oven to 190C. Spray 8 oval (1/3 cup) non-[...]

25 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) Sultana & oat cookies Makes: 24 Preparation: 10 mins Cooking: 20 mins Melted butter , to grease 2 cups self-raising flour 1 cup rolled oats ¾ cup sultanas, chopped ½ cup firmly packed brown sugar ½ teaspoon mixed spice 150g butter , melted ½ cup condensed milk 1 egg, lightly beaten 1. Preheat oven to 190C. B[...]

26 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) Fruit rolls Fruit salad rolls Makes: 2 fruit roll ups Preparation: 5 mins Drying: 5-7 hours 840g canned fruit salad mix, drained 1. Place fruit salad in the jug of a blender or bowl of a food processor . Process until smooth. 2. Spoon puree evenly onto greased fruit roll up trays. Use a spatular to spread puree even[...]

27 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) Pear & maple syrup fruit rolls Makes: 2 fruit roll ups Preparation: 10 mins Drying: 6-7 hours 1kg jar pear slices in juice, drained 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1. Place pear and maple syrup in the jug of a blender or bowl of a food processor . Process until smooth. 2. Spoon puree evenly onto greased fruit roll up t[...]

28 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) Dried rose petals Makes: 4 cups Preparation: 5 mins Drying: 3 hours 3 bunches roses, rose buds removed, petals separated 2-3 drops rose or vanilla oil 1. Arrange petals evenly over drying trays. Dry on setting 2 for 3 hours or until dried. 2. Place petals in a large container . Drizzle with oil and gently toss until[...]

29 Produce Date Weight of produce (before drying) Pre-treatment Humidity 1........5 (low) (high) T ime drying started T ime drying finished Weight of dried produce D r y i n g R e c o r d s C h a r t 29[...]

Produce Date Weight of produce (before drying) Pre-treatment Humidity 1........5 (low) (high) T ime drying started T ime drying finished Weight of dried produce D r y i n g R e c o r d s C h a r t 30[...]

31 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) Produce Date Weight of produce (before drying) Pre-treatment Humidity 1........5 (low) (high) T ime drying started T ime drying finished Weight of dried produce D r y i n g R e c o r d s C h a r t 31[...]

32 Produce Date Weight of produce (before drying) Pre-treatment Humidity 1........5 (low) (high) T ime drying started T ime drying finished Weight of dried produce D r y i n g R e c o r d s C h a r t 32[...]

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 seek to resolve your difficulties or , if the appl[...]

34 is a registered trademark. Need help with your appliance? Contact our customer service team or visit our website for information and tips on getting the most from your appliance. In Australia Visit www .sunbeam.com.au Or call 1300 881 861 In New Zealand Visit www .sunbeam.co.nz Or call 0800 786 232 Mad e in Ch ina. Due to min or cha nges i n des[...]