10 best food dehydrator nesco

Product description

Dry fruit, vegetables, and jerky in hours instead of days. The unit's patented Converga-Flow drying system forces air down the exterior pressurized chamber, then horizontally across each individual tray, converging in the center, for fast, even, and nutritious drying. Flavors don't mix, and there's no need to rotate the trays. It's top-mounted fan eliminates the worry of liquids dripping into the heater chamber, and an opaque Vita-Save exterior helps block harmful lights in order to retain more of the food's nutrients and vitamins during the drying process. The unit's adjustable thermostat ranged from 95 degrees to 160 degrees F, providing the flexibility needed to ensure excellent results. It's a 600 watts unit. Five trays come included, but the unit can be expanded to 12 trays (additional trays sold separately) for drying larger quantities at one time. Accessories include two fruit roll sheets, perfect for drying semi-liquids like soups, sauces, and fruit rolls; two Clean-A-Screen flexible screens, which allow for easy drying of small items such as herbs, spices and potpourri; and three original jerky spice packets for making jerky. A 52-page recipe and instruction book also comes included. With a speckled gray design, the food dehydrator measures approximately 13-inch by 13-inch by 10-inch. FD-75A is Frustration free packaging and FD-75PR is retail packaging. Trays/base can be washed on the top rack of your dishwasher if you remove them before the drying cycle. CAUTION- Remove trays/base before the beginning of drying cycle of your dishwasher

• Adjustable thermostat allows you to dry different foods at proper temperatures (95º-160º F)
• Powerful Top Mounted Fan. 600 watts of drying power. 120 Volt
• Comes with 5 trays, but is expandable to 12 trays. (Trays are 13 1/2" in diameter)
• Opaque Vita-Save exterior helps block harmful light which destroys nutritional content of food being dehydrated
• Patented Converga-Flow drying system forces air down the exterior pressurized chamber (not through the trays). The hot air is forced horizontally across each individual tray, converging on the core for fast, even and nutritious drying. No flavor mixing and no need to rotate trays
• Made in the USA of Global and Domestic parts.Only the powerhead of this item is imported from China. The rest of the product is 100% made and assembled in the USA

User questions & answers

Question:	The owners manual states to use "precooked or processed" turkey when making turkey jerky to avoid harmful bacteria. Has anyone used raw turkey
Answer:	This dehydrator only goes to 160 °F. USDA says poultry needs to be taken to 165 °F to kill the bacteria. From USDA"Why is it a food safety concern to dry meat without first heating it to 160 °F? The danger in dehydrating meat and poultry without cooking it to a safe temperature first is that the appliance will not heat the meat to 160 °F and poultry to 165 °F — temperatures at which bacteria are destroyed — before the dehydrating process. After drying, bacteria become much more heat resistant."
Question:	Is this loud or quiet? I had one before and the loudness drove me nuts to where I couldn't use it
Answer:	It makes a nice background white noise that you could use to help you fall asleep. If you want to set it on the kitchen table between yourself and someone else you're trying to have a conversation with, it is too loud for that. I don't think it was your food dehydrator that drove you nuts. ;)
Question:	does it have a timer
Answer:	It does not have a timer... the only thing that this dehydrator does not have!
Question:	What type of metal are the trays made of
Answer:	The trays are plastic, not metal.

Product features

NESCO FD-75A, Snackmaster Pro Food Dehydrator

The NESCO FD-75A Snackmaster Pro Food Dehydrator dries your favorite foods in just hours. With Converga-Flow drying action, air is forced up and across the trays where it converges in the center for quick, even, and nutritious drying. The top mounted fan prevents liquids from dripping into the center. Instead of purchasing store-bought, the NESCO Snackmaster Pro allows you to enjoy dried fruits, jerky, veggies, and more right from home. This model includes 2 Fruit Roll Sheets, 2 Clean-A-Screens, a sample of jerky seasoning with cure, and a recipe and instruction book.

600 Watt Powerhead

Generates maximum speed and quality for dehydrating foods safety.

Adjustable Thermostat

Allows user to dry different foods at proper temperatures (95°F - 160°F).

Converga-Flow System

Provides even heat distribution without having to rotate trays.

BPA Free Drying Trays

Made of high-quality food grade plastic. Each tray provides 0.8 sq. ft. of drying space.

Expandable Up To 12 Drying Trays

Increase the overall drying area by expanding your dehydrator with additional trays.

Recipe Booklet

Great recipes, tips, and tricks to help you get the most out of your dehydrator.

Product description

The NESCO FD-1018A Gardenmaster Pro Food Dehydrator is our top of the line unit-more powerful and larger than any other. 1000 watts of drying power means you can dry more, faster. This dehydrator comes with eight (15 1/2″ diameter) trays and expands up to 30 trays so you can dry large quantities at once, with no tray rotation needed. Additional Add-A-Trays sold separately. The adjustable temperature control (95°F -160°F) gives you the flexibility to achieve the best results when drying different foods that need varying temperature settings. The quiet, powerful Converga-Flow fan forces heated air up the exterior pressurized chamber, then horizontally across each individual tray. The air flow then converges in the center for quick, consistent drying that is four times faster than other dehydrators. Includes eight fruit roll sheets, eight clean-a-screens, a sample of jerky seasoning & cure to get started, and a recipe & instruction book. The NESCO FD-1018A Gardenmaster Pro Food Dehydrator provides the drying power that generates maximum speed and quality for dehydrating your favorite fruits, vegetables, herbs and jerky.

• 1000-Watts of power dries foods in hours, not days.
• Converga-Flow drying system pushes heated air up and across each tray.
• Adjustable Thermostat (95°F - 160°F).
• Comes with 8 dishwasher safe trays and expands up to 30 trays.
• Includes Fruit Roll-up Sheets, Clean-a-Screens, Recipe Instruction Book, Original Jerky Spice Pack with Cure.
• Made in the USA of Global and Domestic parts
• Note: The model number 1010 and the 1018A are from the same series and the main component pieces are the same. The 1018A version has additional items included

User questions & answers

Question:	i have a stack of trays from my original nesco from years ago. i measure them at slightly over 15 inches. will these trays fit this model
Answer:	I can't see why not. They're pretty easy to twist, bend, unwind, etc. Would think they'd be reasonable to cut
Question:	how much does it cost to run
Answer:	I love these!! I have an "Egg" BBQ I use them in a firestarter( "Chimney) Bought on Amazon (looks like a coffee can with a handle. I put some charcoal in then separate a fire starter in a few pieces, put them in add more charcoal then a few more pieces, and then stick a few pieces around the top. Lighting them as I go. You will have a perfect fire in about 20-25 minutes. empty the chimney into the BBQ spread them around add the grill top and put on the steaks!!
Question:	Is it still made in the usa
Answer:	Yes
Question:	How many trays come with this purchase
Answer:	This product is made in Poland.

Product features

NESCO FD-1018A, Gardenmaster Pro Food Dehydrator

The NESCO FD-1018A Gardenmaster Food Dehydrator is 1000 watts of pure drying power. With the Converga-Flow technology, air is forced up and across the trays to the center, providing quick, even, and nutritious drying of your favorite foods. Each of the 8 trays are BPA-free and can be expanded to 30 trays. A 95°F-160°F adjustable temperature control accommodates a range of food items. Dry more food faster with the NESCO Gardenmaster Food Dehydrator. This model includes 8 Fruit Roll Sheets, 8 Clean-A-Screens, a sample of Jerky Seasoning and Cure, and a 52-page recipe and instruction book.

1000 Watt Powerhead

Generates maximum speed and quality for dehydrating foods safety.

Adjustable Thermostat

Allows user to dry different foods at proper temperatures (95°F - 160°F).

Converga-Flow System

Provides even heat distribution without having to rotate trays.

Added Accessories

Includes eight fruit roll sheets, eight clean-a-screens, and a sample of jerky seasoning & cure to get started.

Expandable Up To 30 Drying Trays

Increase the overall drying area by expanding your dehydrator with additional trays.

Recipe Booklet

Great recipes, tips, and tricks to help you get the most out of your dehydrator.

Product description

The NESCO FD-80 Food and Jerky Dehydrator is perfect for making jerky as well as dried herbs, fruits and vegetables. The adjustable temperature control (95°F -160°F) gives you the flexibility to achieve the best results when drying different foods that need varying temperature settings. This dehydrator comes with four (14. 5” x 14. 5”) square trays and expands up to 8 trays so you can dry larger quantities, with no tray rotation needed. Additional Add-A-Trays sold separately. The quiet, powerful Converga-Flow fan forces heated air down the exterior pressurized chamber, then horizontally across each individual tray. The air flow then converges in the center for quick, consistent drying that is four times faster than other dehydrators. Sample seasoning and cure is included to get started. The NESCO FD-80 Food and Jerky Dehydrator provides the drying power for dehydrating great jerky and fruit snacks for the active lifestyle.

• Adjustable thermostat (95-160º F)
• Powerful Top Mounted Fan. 700 watts of drying power
• Expandable to 8 trays. (Outside Tray Dimension 14.5 x 14.5 x 1)
• Patented Converga-Flow drying system forces air down the exterior pressurized chamber (not through the trays). The hot air is forced horizontally across each individual tray, converging on the core for fast, even and nutritious drying. No flavor mixing and no need to rotate trays
• Includes: 2 Jerky Spice and Cure Packets 1 Clean-A-Screen
• Made in the USA of Global and Domestic parts
• Easy-to-use dehydrator for drying fruit, vegetables, herbs, and jerky

User questions & answers

Question:	quiet
Answer:	I wouldn't want to sleep where it was going.. we keep it on a table in an entryway room next to the kitchen. Not whisper quiet, but quite acceptable.
Question:	How many screen does this come with
Answer:	It comes with four and it may burn out in a few uses if you do not use all four based on the experience of others who have owned it. Please read the reviews
Question:	Does this unit have a built in timer
Answer:	No timer or power switch. Just a temperature control. To time it, you would need an external timer switch rated for at least 700 watts -- the power rating on the heater/blower unit. The timer will need a three-prong (grounded) outlet, as well. One listed on Amazon is the "Woods 50009 Indoor 7-Day Heavy Duty Digital Outlet Timer with 2-Outlets."
Question:	My heating element no longer works..can it be replaced
Answer:	Beware! I replaced the fuse and seemed to work fine but found out the thermostat no longer kept the temperature that it was set at. It never cooled down and was not able to be regulated any more. It started to melt my trays and made them mis-shapened before I caught what was happening. Just an FYI for all us "do it your selfers" ou there! (Nesco Gardenmaster Dehydrator)

Product features

NESCO FD-80A Food and Jerky Dehydrator

The NESCO FD-80A Food and Jerky Dehydrator is perfect for making jerky as well as dried herbs, fruits and vegetables. This dehydrator comes with four square trays (14.5” x 14.5”) and expands up to 8 trays so you can dry larger quantities, with no tray rotation needed. The NESCO FD-80A Food and Jerky Dehydrator provides the drying power for dehydrating great jerky and fruit snacks for the active lifestyle. Additional Add-A-Trays (SKU: SQT-2) sold separately.

700 Watt Powerhead

Generates maximum speed and quality for dehydrating foods safety.

Adjustable Thermostat

Allows user to dry different foods at proper temperatures (95°F - 160°F).

Converga-Flow System

Provides even heat distribution without having to rotate trays.

BPA Free Drying Trays

Made of high-quality food grade plastic. Each tray provides 1.2 sq. ft. of drying space.

Expandable Up To 8 Drying Trays

Increase the overall drying area by expanding your dehydrator with additional trays.

Recipe Booklet

Great recipes, tips, and tricks to help you get the most out of your dehydrator.

Product description

Introducing the 6-Tray Premium Food Dehydrator with Jerky Gun from Nesco. It's sleek, contemporary design features 500 watts of drying power, and generates maximum speed and quality for dehydrating fruits, vegetables, beef jerky, and venison jerky. Helps dry food in hours, not days like ordinary food dehydrators. Patented Converge-Flow technology for even drying without tray rotation. The top mounted fan eliminates the worry of liquids dripping into the heating chamber! Features adjustable thermostat 95-160 degrees Fahrenheit. Expandable from 6 to 12 trays. It contains everything needed to dry all types of food including top mounted fan, 6 trays, 3 jerky spices and cures, a jerky gun with 3 Fruit Roll Sheets, 3 Clean-A-Screens and a recipe book/care use guide.

• Patented Converge-Flow technology for even drying without tray rotation
• Adjustable thermostat 95-160 degrees F
• Expandable from 6 to 12 trays
• Includes 6 Trays, 3 Fruit Roll Sheets, 3 Clean-A-Screens, 3 Original Jerky Spices and large Jerky Gun
• Trays are dishwasher safe
• Made in the USA of Global and Domestic parts

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this be used with 220v - 240v
Answer:	The booklet that it came with says made in the usa of usa and foreign components.
Question:	Is this bpa free
Answer:	According to the NESCO website, any plastics that will touch food are BPA free. That's all I know.
Question:	can you use to dry royal icing on your sugar cookies
Answer:	I have the Nesco FD-1040 and purchased Nesco TR-2 add-a-tray and Nesco SLD-2-6 fruit rollup trays on Amazon. They look and fit like the ones delivered with the unit. I went to the Nesco web site to purchase the herb drying screens and to verify the fit of trays I bought on Amazon.
Question:	Which Nesco dehydrators have temperature control an automatic shut off
Answer:	We have a decibel reader, it was at 72 decibels. I was talking loud apparently at 70. A vacuum cleaner is at 80. So somewhere between your loud aunt and a vacuum cleaner. We had it on our kitchen counter, it reminded me of a white noise maker.

Product features

Nesco 6-Tray Premium Food Dehydrator with Jerky Gun

Introducing the 6-Tray Premium Food Dehydrator with Jerky Gun from Nesco. It's sleek, contemporary design features 500 watts of drying power, and generates maximum speed and quality for dehydrating fruits, vegetables, beef jerky, and venison jerky. Helps dry food in hours, not days like ordinary food dehydrators.

Patented Converge-Flow technology for even drying without tray rotation. The top mounted fan eliminates the worry of liquids dripping into the heating chamber!

Features adjustable thermostat 95-160 degrees Fahrenheit. Expandable from 6 to 12 trays. It contains everything needed to dry all types of food including top mounted fan, 6 trays, 3 jerky spices and cures, a jerky gun with 3 Fruit Roll Sheets, 3 Clean-A-Screens and a recipe book/care use guide.

Product description

The NESCO FD-79 Food and Jerky Dehydrator provides the drying power that generates maximum speed and quality for dehydrating your favorite foods. The adjustable digital temperature control (90°F -160°F) gives you the flexibility to achieve the best results when drying different foods that need varying temperature settings. The digital timer is programmable for up to 24 hours of drying time and includes an auto off function. This dehydrator comes with four (13 1/2″ diameter) trays and expands up to 12 trays so you can dry large quantities at once, with no tray rotation needed. Additional Add-A-Trays sold separately. The quiet, powerful Converga-Flow® fan forces heated air down the exterior pressurized chamber, then horizontally across each individual tray. The air flow then converges in the center for quick, consistent drying that is four times faster than other dehydrators. The top mounted fan eliminates liquids dripping into the heater chamber. Includes two fruit roll sheets, two clean-a-screens, a sample of jerky seasoning & cure, and a 52-page recipe & instruction book. The NESCO FD-79 Food and Jerky Dehydrator ensures even drying from top to bottom offering perfect results.

• 600 watts of drying power provides even heat distribution
• Adjustable digital time & temperature control (90°F - 160°F)
• BPA Free trays with 0.8 sq. ft. of drying area per tray - Expandable to 12 trays
• Proudly made in the USA of global and domestic components
• Includes Fruit Roll Sheets, Clean-A-Screens, a sample of Jerky Seasoning & Cure, and a 52-page recipe & instruction book

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this compatible with the trays from the fd-60 model
Answer:	Yes the tray is about 15-1/2 inches; inside tray 13-1/2 inches give or take 1/4 inch
Question:	Does this automatically shut off
Answer:	Ran it straight for a month and added about $12 to the bill.
Question:	How long is the warranty
Answer:	Yes made in the USA.
Question:	how loud is the fan
Answer:	This comes with 8 drying trays, 8 fruit roll liners, and 8 mesh liners for drying herbs. This is a great product and works very well.

• Grey speckled/marbled trays
• Expand your dehydrator as your needs grow with accessory trays
• Top-mounted fan; adjustable thermostat from 95-to-160 degrees F. It's a 600 watts unit
• Flavors don't mix; no need to rotate trays; opaque exterior blocks harmful lights

User questions & answers

Question:	How do you cook an egg in this piacher
Answer:	It is made in China. Thanks
Question:	How do you keep eggs from exploding in microwave
Answer:	There is no short side. The item is round and measures 4 1/2" diameter with out the handle.
Question:	where is this product made
Answer:	You can get the instructions from the OXO site. My experience has been you have to adjust the timing per what you are putting in the cooker. Size and number of the eggs (one or two), your microwave settings. If you added ingredients, that will impact the timing. Just two large eggs with nothing else, 1m 45s, in my microwave. But certainly different in another system.

• 1000-Watts of power dries foods in hours, not days.
• Converga-Flow drying system pushes heated air up and across each tray.
• Adjustable Thermostat (95°F - 160°F).
• Comes with 8 dishwasher safe trays and expands up to 30 trays.
• Includes Fruit Roll-up Sheets, Clean-a-Screens, Recipe Instruction Book, Original Jerky Spice Pack with Cure.
• Made in the USA of Global and Domestic parts

User questions & answers

Question:

Can I use it with 240Volts

Answer:

2 tablespoons brown sugar (packed) 2 tablespoons liquid smoke (Colgin hickory) 2 tablespoons Frank's Red hot sauce 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp salt (level) 1/4 cup of soy sauce 1 generous teaspoon garlic powder 1 generous teaspoon onion powder 1 generous teaspoon paprika Make sure all your spices are fresh. Using the stuff you "had in there" not a good idea 🙃 Freeze 3 lb London broil at least 2 hours or until firm but not completely Frozen before slicing. This will make it easier to slice. Slice into one eighth to a quarter inch thick slices. Marinate in a gallon ziplock bag 2 hours to 24 hours, dehydrate 4-6 hours rotating trays halfway through. (6 hours normally) spicy takes longer to dry.. add aprx 30 min to an hour (check on it) for spicy or other special flavors. Add other flavors after intial marinade is soaked in. Allow a couple hours for any added flavors to soak in a bit. ______________________________________ For spicy jerky, add a 1/2 cup Frank's Red hot sauce and chili flakes. (Crushed red pepper) For A1, add 1/2 cup of steak sauce of your liking. 3 pounds prepared and dehydrated properly will render approximately 1 pound 4oz of jerky. PS.. I use 2 6 tray 400 watt nesco's, two setups like that will make 2 1/2 lb of jerky. (6 lbs of meat)

• Adjustable thermostat allows you to dry different foods at proper temperatures (95º-160º F)
• Powerful Top Mounted Fan. 600 watts of drying power. 120 Volt
• Comes with 5 trays, but is expandable to 12 trays. (Trays are 13 1/2" in diameter)
• Opaque Vita-Save exterior helps block harmful light which destroys nutritional content of food being dehydrated
• Patented Converga-Flow drying system forces air down the exterior pressurized chamber (not through the trays). The hot air is forced horizontally across each individual tray, converging on the core for fast, even and nutritious drying. No flavor mixing and no need to rotate trays
• Made in the USA of Global and Domestic parts

User questions & answers

Question:	How much space is there between trays? In other words, how tall an item can I place on a tray without hitting the next tray
Answer:	Amazon :)
Question:	will older nesco 13 inch trays work with this model
Answer:	For the FD-37, the maximum is 7 trays for optimal air flow.
Question:	It says that this dehydrator forces hot air around the trays. Does it have a heating element and how big
Answer:	I bought extra trays on Amazon when I bought the dehydrator.
Question:	Will it fit a reel of 2” analog tape for baking
Answer:	The brackets don't work & they don't come with larger ones. You don't need them to use the dehydrator. The brackets are convenient for storage, but not a necessary item.

• Solid sheets make fruit rolls easy
• Simply pour liquefied fruit on sheet - set it and forget it
• Top-mounted fan; adjustable thermostat from 95-to-160 degrees F. It's a 600 watts unit
• Flavors don't mix; no need to rotate trays; opaque exterior blocks harmful lights

User questions & answers

Question:	where is clean a screen for nesco fd 1040 listed
Answer:	I used it only to make a single poached egg. It works fine for that purpose in a microwave from 30 to 40 seconds depending on the strength of your microwave and your tastes. I have doubts about using it for a muffin or anything else but I haven’t tried.

Product description

Nesco Gardenmaster 075 Food Dehydrator, 1-(Pack), White

The NESCO FD-1018A Gardenmaster Pro Food Dehydrator is our top of the line unit-more powerful and larger than any other. 1000 watts of drying power means you can dry more, faster. This dehydrator comes with eight (15 1/2″ diameter) trays and expands up to 30 trays so you can dry large quantities at once, with no tray rotation needed. Additional Add-A-Trays sold separately. The adjustable temperature control (95°F -160°F) gives you the flexibility to achieve the best results when drying different foods that need varying temperature settings. The quiet, powerful Converga-Flow fan forces heated air up the exterior pressurized chamber, then horizontally across each individual tray. The air flow then converges in the center for quick, consistent drying that is four times faster than other dehydrators. Includes eight fruit roll sheets, eight clean-a-screens, a sample of jerky seasoning & cure to get started, and a recipe & instruction book. The NESCO FD-1018A Gardenmaster Pro Food Dehydrator provides the drying power that generates maximum speed and quality for dehydrating your favorite fruits, vegetables, herbs and jerky.



Nesco Snackmaster Clean dehydrator screen, One Size, White

These 12-3/4-inch screens (a set of two) can be inserted into the trays of Nesco American Harvest's FD-28JX, FD-35, FD-37, FD-39, FD-40, FD-50, FD-60, FD-61, FD-75A, FD-75PR food dehydrators (not compatible with other brand dehydrators) to prevent foods such as sugary fruits from sticking during the drying process. The fine-mesh screens are flexible, so they can be curled and foods simply peeled off. The screens are also useful for preventing small items such as herbs and spices from falling through the dehydrators' trays. As a bonus, they're dishwasher-safe.

• Product 1: 1000-Watts of power dries foods in hours, not days.
• Product 1: Converga-Flow drying system pushes heated air up and across each tray.
• Product 1: Adjustable Thermostat (95°F - 160°F).
• Product 1: Comes with 8 dishwasher safe trays and expands up to 30 trays.
• Product 2: Prevents foods from sticking
• Product 2: Flexible so can be curled to peel off foods
• Product 2: Ideal for small foods like herbs and spices
• Product 2: Safe to use in dishwasher

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this have a timer and automatic shut off
Answer:	I'd guess three scrambled eggs. Maybe a fourth.
Question:	Are the gardenmaster 075 model 1018a trays bpa-free
Answer:	Generally it holds 1 egg per unit and it contains 2 per pack