Introducing the Ultrean Food Oven Dehydrator KYS-208A

A flexible and effective tool for dehydrating a wide range of foods, such as fruits, vegetables, meats, and herbs, is the Ultrean Food Oven Dehydrator KYS-208A. It guarantees accurate and reliable drying with its several movable trays, digital display, and temperature range adjustment. With its quiet operation, integrated timer, and easy-to-use UI, this dehydrator makes it simple to make delicious, nutritious snacks and extend the shelf life of food.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Stainless Steel Food Dehydrator
Trays x8
Fruit Roll Sheet x1
Mesh Screen x1
Recipe Book x1
User Manual x1

Ultrean Food Oven Dehydrator KYS-208A Specifications

Product Name: Ultrean Stainless Steel Food Dehydrator
Model Number: KYS-208A
Rated Voltage: 120V
Rated Frequency: 60Hz
Rated Power: 600W
Dimensions: 463538cm (18.11 13.7814.96in)
Net Weight: 9.6kg (21.2lbs)
Temperature Range: 35-75° C (95-167° F)
Time Range: 1 hour to 24 hours

KNOW YOUR FOOD DEHYDRATOR

Ultrean food dehydrator uses the proper air circulation from the automatic fan to produce a nice evenly dried food. Dehydrating foods concentrates flavors, so fruit tastes sweeter and herbs become more flavorful. It is a perfect way to preserve fruit, snacks, vegetables, bread, flowers and more. The glass safety door allows users to observe the drying process easily. With 8 trays, each tray can load up to 0.5kg of food. If you want to dry thicker food, simply take out one tray and make a higher space between two trays.

PARTS AND FEATURES

TRAY LINERS

Place the liner on a dehydrator tray. Place food on the liner.
Once the drying process is done, remove the tray and lift the sheet out of the tray.
Bending the Mesh Screen can help with removing sticky foods.

Fruit Roll Sheet: To be used for making fruit rolls and strips from fresh, frozen, or canned fruit. You can also use this liner for pouring puree onto a Fruit Roll Sheet tray. Place the sheet at the bottom of the dehydrator as a crumb tray to catch any dripping liquids when you not using it as Fruit Roll Tray.

Mesh Screen: To be used on smaller items such as herbs and berries, and sticky items such as banana & tomatoes. This liner will prevent them from falling through tray vents.

CONTROL PANEL

Description

Ten square feet of drying space and five stainless steel trays make up the Ultrean Food Oven Dehydrator KYS-208A, a countertop device. This provides ample space for you to dehydrate a big batch of fruits, veggies, and meats at once. Additionally, it features an adjustable thermostat with a temperature range of 95°F to 165°F, which lets you dehydrate a wide range of foods at the ideal level. To guarantee that your food is never over-dried, the food dehydrator also includes a 7.5-hour timer and an integrated auto shut-off mechanism. Because both the top and bottom trays of the Ultrean Food Dehydrator KYS-208A are dishwasher safe, cleaning is also a breeze.

OPERATION

For the First Time Use

Unpack the food dehydrator and check if there are any parts damaged or missing during the transport.
Use a damp cloth to wipe and clean all parts and accessories of the appliance. Use detergent as needed. Do not put the housing and cord into water or other liquids.
Please note that the food dehydrator may emit a thin smoke or distinct odor for the first time. Run the appliance for 30 minutes at any temperature without placing any food inside. Make sure the room is ventilated when operating the dehydrator.
Rinse and dry all the parts. Now your food dehydrator is ready to use!

Using Your Food Dehydrator

Put the clean food in the trays. DO NOT overload the trays and Never overlap the food. Make sure the door is closed before moving to the next step.
Unwind the power cord. Plug the power cord into the outlet and the dehydrator will beep. The screen and control button will light up. After 3 seconds, the dehydrator will enter standby mode. The screen will shows "000 00". The " " button flashes at a frequency of once a second, while other button indicators will not light up.
Under Standby Mode: Press the"" button, all the button indicators will light up and the screen will display "158F lOH". The digital "10" will flash on the display, press"" or" " to set the temperature you require. 5 seconds without operation, the button " " and "" will fade away, and the dehydrator enters into the default mode.
In the Default Mode: Press the"" button, the" H" displayed in the digital display starts to flash represents the appliance starts working and the timer starts to count down. You can press "" button to start or stop the appliance during the working process.
For Time Setting: Set the desired amount of time by pressing the time " " button. The number displayed in the digital display will flash at a frequency of once a second, the default time is "lOH" and the digital display will cycle from 1 hour through to 24 hours. Press the " " or" " button once at a time for I-hour increments or declines.
For Temperature Setting: To adjust the temperature, press the "" button and select the temperature you require. The default temperature is 158°F and the temperature can be set from 95-167°F in 9°F increments or declines by pressing the" " or "" button.

Tips: The " 6) " and " (9 " button is used to increase or reduce the time or temperature. Press the button and hold for 2 seconds for continuous increments or declines. After setting the temperature and time, the updated procedure will save automatically after 5 seconds. 7.

During Operating

The indicator lights of Time, Temperature, Start/Pause and ON/OFF buttons will always illuminating. The display shows the set temperature and the timer starts to countdown. When the set time runs less than 1 hour, the timer is counted down to 60 minutes, the hour icon "H" will change to the minute icon "M".

Tips: If you need to change the time setting during the cycle or you need to change the set temperature, press the"" and" " button to change the time and temperature setting without pausing the drying process. Press the" " button to stop working at any time during the operating, the dehydrator will go into standby mode directly. When the working time ends, the heating will turn off and the fan will continue to run for 10 seconds. The dehydrator will beep 5 times, and the dehydrator will go into standby mode.

NOTE

The dehydrator beeps each time when you press the button.
Handle the tray with a kitchen towel or oven glove to avoid scald.
Your dried fruit and vegetables from food dehydrator should uses no preservatives, no artificial coloring. Therefore, it might look different from the stores and supermarkets ones.
This dehydrator has the overheat protection. When internal components become too hot, and an unsafe temperature is detected, the switch automatically shuts off the unit to prevent overheating.

Helpful Tips for Drying
Drying time for Pre-treated food will vary according to the following factors:

Thickness of pieces or slices.
Number of trays with food being dried.
Volume of food being dried.
Humidity in the environment.
Moisture in the food. It is recommended to record of humidity, the weight of products before and after drying times, will help to improve your drying techniques for the future.

Helpful Tips for Food Storage

Store the food only after it completely cooled down.
Food can be kept longer if stored in a cool, dry and dark place.
Store your food in a clean, dry and airtight container and close tightly to keep the dried food from dehydrating. Never store food directly in a metal container.
The best temperature for store the dried food is 60° F or lower.
Check the dried food frequently to ensure quality. If the dried food getting soft, you should dehydrate it again to avoid spoiling.
To keep the best quality, dried fruit, vegetables, herbs, nuts, bread should not be stored in the refrigerator or freezer for more than 1 year. Dried meats, poultry and fish should not be stored in the refrigerator for any more than 3 months, or in the freezer for more than 1 year.
Always check the food condition before consumption. Throw it away if the food is spoilage.

Setup Guide

The Ultrean Food Oven Dehydrator KYS-208A is quick and simple to set up. All you have to do is insert the trays into the machine, plug it in, and adjust the temperature and timer to suit the kind of food you want to dehydrate. You only need to let the food dehydrator handle the remaining tasks. Just take off the trays and bottom tray and put them in the dishwasher to clean the machine. You can clean the machine's exterior using a moist towel.

CLEANING AND STORAGE

Cleaning
Ensure the power plug has been removed from the power outlet and always allow the food dehydrator to be cooled completely before cleaning.

Wash the trays and liners of the appliance in warm soapy water.
If there is food residue on the trays, soak them in hot, soapy water for a while and then use a soft brush to remove the residue.
Wipe the inside and outside of the dehydrator with a soft dry cloth after the appliance cools down, never use metal scouring sponge, or scrubbing brushes to clean the appliance, as it may damage the dehydrator.
The trays and tray liners are dishwasher safe.

Storage
Ensure the power plug has been removed from the power outlet and always allow the dehydrator to be cooled completely before cleaning.

Wind the power cord of the dehydrator if the dehydrator is not in use or be stored.
DO NOT store anything on top of the dehydrator.

SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Please read ALL instructions carefully before using it for the first time. We recommend that you keep the manual for future reference, even if you are familiar with the product. The basic safety precautions should always be followed. Failure to comply with this manual may cause fire, electric shock, damage to the electrical appliance, and serious injury.

SAFETY USE & CARE

Children under ages 8 and younger or by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge should NOT use this appliance. Unless they are supervised or are given instruction concerning the use of this appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall NOT play with the appliance.
The food dehydrator is designed for HOUSEHOLD use and similar places only, such as staff kitchens in shops, offices and other workplaces; hotel or motel rooms and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast establishments; agricultural farms.
DO NOT use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
DO NOT immerse the cord, plug, or any part of the food dehydrator in water or other liquid.
DO NOT allow the cord to hang over the edge of a table/counter, where it may be tripped over or pulled by children or pets.
Keep the dehydrator away from curtains, tablecloths and other flammable items as it can catch fire.
Always operate the dehydrator on a flat, stable surface.
The food dehydrator should not be left unattended while in operation.
DO NOT cover anything on top of the food dehydrator while it is operating.
Always allow the food dehydrator to be completely cooled before handling, cleaning, and storing.
DO NOT leave the appliance running nonstop for more than 24 hours at a time. Allow it to rest for 2 hours before starting your next recipe to prolong product lifetime.
Plug the appliance into a 120V, 60Hz supply only. Check if the local power supply voltage matches the voltage of electrical appliances before use.
Ensure that the cord is fully extended.
Make sure that the food dehydrator is switched off and remove the plug from the mains electrical supply, when not in use, and before cleaning.
DO NOT place any part of this appliance on or near a hot area. For example, hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven, otherwise the plastic will melt and cause a fire.
DO NOT use the appliance with wet hands.
DO NOT operate the dehydrator if the cord or plug is damaged or the appliance has malfunctioned or the appliance has been damaged in any manner.
Check regularly that neither cord nor plug is damaged and do not use if they are, or if the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any other way.
DO NOT attempt to repair the appliance yourself. If the appliance or plug is damaged, repaired by qualified service personnel, otherwise there is a risk of electric shock.
DO NOT use the food dehydrator with an extension cord unless this cord has been checked and tested by a qualified technician or service person.
Never use an unauthorized attachment to avoid injuries.
DO NOT use where aerosol (spray) products are being used.

TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLE	POSSIBLE CAUSE	POSSIBLE RECTIFICATION
The appliance is not working	The appliance is not connected to the working power supply	Connect the appliance to the power supply.
Food did not dry evenly	• Food could be cut too thick	• Check the food is in similar thickness
	• Food not been cut uniformly	• Rotate trays once or twice during the dehydration process
	• Too much food on each tray	• Check the food on the trays is not blocking airflow through the tray stack
Dried food becomes soft during storage	Too much moisture was left in the container	Dehydrate it again to remove excess moisture

Ensure the power plug has been removed from the power outlet and always allow the food dehydrator to be cooled completely before cleaning.

Ultrean Food Oven Dehydrator KYS-208A Pros & Cons

Pros

Spacious design with 5 stainless steel trays and 10 square feet of drying space
Adjustable thermostat ranging from 95°F to 165°F
Built-in auto shut-off and 7.5-hour timer
Dishwasher safe trays and bottom tray
Sleek and modern design

Cons

May take up a lot of counter space
Cannot dehydrate large items such as whole fruits or large cuts of meat
May produce noise during operation

WARRANTY

All Ultrean products come with a limited warranty against manufacturing and workmanship defects. This warranty does not apply to misuse, accident, alteration, tampering or vandalism, improper or lack of maintenance, damage in return transit, mishandling, unsupervised use by children under 18 years of age, the product that has been used for commercial, rental, or any other use for which the product is not intended for. And electrical problems arose as a result of faults in your electrical supply. If you think your product has a manufacturing or workmanship defect, please contact us at support@ultrean.com. Ultrean will replace any product found to be defective due to manufacturer flaws based on eligibility.

DEFAULT WARRANTY PERIOD: 12 MONTHS

Customer Reviews

Customers love the Ultrean Food Oven Dehydrator KYS-208A for its spacious design, easy-to-use features, and ability to preserve food for long periods of time. The most common complaint is that it may produce noise during operation and take up a lot of counter space. However, many customers find that the benefits of the food dehydrator outweigh these minor inconveniences.

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