Siemens NO NAME HE2425 - Manual (Page 35)

Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance
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Dehydrate
(some models)
The dehydrate mode dries with heat from a third
element behind the back wall of the oven. The
heat is circulated throughout the oven by the
convection fan. Use dehydrate to dry and/or pre-
serve foods such as fruits, vegetables and herbs.
This mode holds an optimum low temperature
(100° F - 160° F) while circulating the heated air
to slowly remove moisture. The oven will stay on
for 48 hours before shutting off automatically.
For Best Results:
• Dry most fruits and vegetables at 140° F. Dry herbs at 100° F. (Refer to the
Dehydrate Chart for examples).
• Drying times vary depending on the moisture and sugar content of the food,
the size of the pieces, the amount being dried and the humidity in the air.
Check food at the minimum drying time.
• Multiple racks (not included) can be used simultaneously. Contact your dealer
to order drying racks.
• Treat fruits with antioxidants to avoid discoloration.
• Consult a food preservation book, county Cooperative Extension Office or
library for additional information.
Table 7: Dehydrate Chart
Food Item Preparation
Approx. Drying
Time* (hours)
Test for Doneness
Fruit Apples
Bananas
Cherries
Orange peels/
slices
Pineapple
rings
Strawberries
Dipped in 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 cups
water; 1/4” slices
Dipped in 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 cups
water; 1/4” slices
Wash, towel dry. Fresh cherries, remove
pits.
1/4” slices of orange; orange part of skin
thinly peeled from oranges
Towel dried.
Wash and towel dry. Sliced 1/2” thick,
skin (outside) down on rack
11-15
10-15
10-15
Peels: 2-4
Slices: 12-16
Canned: 9-13
Fresh: 8-12
12-17
Slightly pliable
Soft, pliable
Pliable, leathery, chew-
able
Orange peel: dry and brit-
tle.
Orange slices: skins are
dry, brittle, fruit is slightly
moist
Soft and pliable
Dry and brittle
Vegeta-
bles Peppers
Mushrooms
Tomatoes
Wash and towel dry. Remove membrane
of peppers, coarsely chopped about 1”
pieces
Wash and towel dry. Cut stem end off.
Cut into 1/8” slices.
Wash and towel dry. Cut thin slices, 1/8”
thick, drain well. 16-20
7-12
16-23
Leathery with no moisture
inside
Tough and leathery, dry
Dry, brick red color
Herbs Oregano,
sage, parsley,
thyme, fennel
Basil Rinse and dry with paper towel
Use basil leaves 3 to 4 inches from top.
Spray with water, shake off moisture and
pat dry.
Dry at 100°F
for 3-5 hours
Dry at 100°F
for 3-5 hours
Crisp and brittle
Crisp and brittle