3.Set base, right side up,on a dry,level surface.In order to function properly,the
dehydrator must have sufficient airflow; therefore,be sure the base and cover vents
are not obstructed at any time. Never place dehydrator on carpet or a towel.
4.Note that each tray has a smooth surface on one side and raised ribs on the
reverse side.Food goes on the smooth side.The raised ribs should always be facing
down.
5.Select a tray with handles,Set the tray on the counter so the words"THIS SIDE
UP",which are molded onto the handles,are facing up.Begin loading tray with a single
layer of food.
6.Place loaded tray onto power base.The first tray placed onto the power base
MUST have handles.
7.Select a tray without handles.Load food onto smooth surface and stack tray
without handles onto tray with handles.
8.Continue filling and stacking trays,alternating trays with handles and without
handles.
9.Place clear cover over stacked trays.Position cover so that the words on the
cover handles "THIS SIDE UP"are facing up.