Dehydrator Overview

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 rear of the unit to each of the six shelves and base. This method of drying seals in the flavours and nutrients of the food, leaving a high food nutrient and vitamin content.

STORAGE OF DRIED FOOD

Drying fresh, ripe fruit and vegetables allows you to enjoy these luxuries all year round. Storing of food is easy and takes up little storage space. Dried foods have a longer shelf life of approximately 3-6 months when stored in air-tight storage jars depending on the type of food and climate. 

NO PRESERVATIVES ADDED

Fruit and vegetables dried using your food dehydrator may differ in colour and appearance from produce purchased from health food stores and supermarkets. Pre-dried store bought produce often contains artificial colouring and preservatives.

DRYING GUIDE

Temperature settings when using Sunbeam's food dehydrator.

  • Herbs, flowers, dough: 35°C
  • Yoghurt: 40°C
  • Soft Vegetables: 45°C
  • Hard Vegetables: 50°C
  • Citrus Peel: 55°C
  • Fruit: 60°C
  • Fish: 65°C
  • Meat Jerky, Fruit Rolls: 70°C