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NESCO FD-75A Snackmaster Pro Food Dehydrator, For Snacks, Fruit, Beef Jerky, Gray
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Brand | Nesco |
Material | Plastic |
Color | Gray |
Wattage | 600 watts |
Product Dimensions | 13"D x 13"W x 10"H |
About this item
- EVEN HEAT DISTRIBUTION: 600 watts of drying power provides even heat distribution; consistent drying that is four times faster than other food dehydrators
- ADJUSTABLE TEMPERATURE CONTROL: 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
- EXPANDABLE TO 12 TRAYS: Comes with five (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 trays sold separately
- EXPANDABLE TO 12 TRAYS: Comes with five (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 trays sold separately
- ACCESSORIES INCLUDED: (2) Fruit Roll Sheet, (2) Clean-A-Screens, a sample of Jerky Seasoning & Cure, and (1) Care & Use Guide
- MADE IN THE USA: Proudly made in the USA of global and domestic components. Only the powerhead of this item is imported from China. The rest of the product is 100% made and assembled in the USA
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Temperature Control | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
Easy to clean | 4.4 | 4.8 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.4 |
Noise level | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 3.8 |
Easy to use | — | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.4 |
Value for money | — | 4.6 | 5.0 | 4.3 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Royal Kitchen | Amazon.com |
material | Plastic | — | Polypropylene | Stainless Steel | Plastic |
number of trays | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
shape | Round | Square | Round | Rectangular | Rectangular |
temperature range | 160 | 95-175 F | 95-165 F | 158 | 100-160 |
wattage | 600 watts | 400 watts | 350 watts | 240 watts | 500 watts |
dishwasher safe | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
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From the manufacturer
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.
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600 Watt PowerheadGenerates maximum speed and quality for dehydrating foods safety. |
Adjustable ThermostatAllows user to dry different foods at proper temperatures (95°F - 160°F). |
Converga-Flow SystemProvides even heat distribution without having to rotate trays. |
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BPA Free Drying TraysMade of high-quality food grade plastic. Each tray provides 0.8 sq. ft. of drying space. |
Expandable Up To 12 Drying TraysIncrease the overall drying area by expanding your dehydrator with additional trays. |
Recipe BookletGreat recipes, tips, and tricks to help you get the most out of your dehydrator. |
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Wattage | 400 | 600 | 700 | 1000 | 1000 |
# of Trays Included | 4 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 4 |
Max Tray Capacity | Expandable Up To 7 | Expandable Up To 12 | Expandable Up To 8 | Expandable Up To 30 | Expandable Up To 20 |
Temperature Control | Fixed | Adjustable Thermostat | Adjustable Thermostat | Adjustable Thermostat | Digitally Controlled |
Additional Accessories (By SKU) | LM-2-6, LSS-2-6, WT-2SG | LM-2-6, LSS-2-6, LT-2SG | SQM-2-6, SLD-2-6, SQT-2 | MS-2-6, SLD-2-6, TR-2 | MS-2-6, SLD-2-6, TR-2 |
Approximate Size, Inches (L x W x H) | 13.5 x 13.5 x 9 | 13 x 13 x 11 | 14.5 x 14.37 x 9.75 | 14 x 14 x 10 | 15 x 15.5 x 9.5 |
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Product information
Brand | Nesco |
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Material | Plastic |
Color | Gray |
Wattage | 600 watts |
Product Dimensions | 13"D x 13"W x 10"H |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Item Weight | 7.8 Pounds |
Shape | Round |
Material Feature | Food Safe |
Number of Trays | 4 |
Temperature Range | 160 Degrees Fahrenheit |
Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
Item Weight | 7.75 pounds |
Manufacturer | The Metal Ware Corporation |
ASIN | B0090WOCN0 |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | FD-75A |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #13,325 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #14 in Dehydrators |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 15, 2010 |
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Product Description
The NESCO FD-75A Food and Jerky Dehydrator is perfect to easily dry fruit, vegetables, and jerky in hours. 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 and even 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 to 160 degrees F, providing the flexibility needed to ensure excellent results. It's a 600 watts unit. Five trays come included, but can be expanded to 12 trays (additional trays sold separately) for drying larger quantities. 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 included. With a speckled gray design, the food dehydrator measures 13x13x10 inches.
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Customers like the hydration, ease of use, and ease of cleaning of the food dehydrator. They mention that it does a great job of drying fruits, veggies, and herbs, and that the instructions are manual. They appreciate that the trays and accessories are dishwasher safe, and find the value to be high for the low upfront cost. Customers are also happy with noise, and performance. However, some customers have different opinions on temperature control, and quality.
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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the food dehydrator. They mention that it works well for the purpose, has no problems, and produces perfect results. Some say that the machine is difficult to use. Overall, customers are happy with the product and recommend it to others.
"...Otherwise, the machine works great and I've been able to make beef jerky at home to satisfy my cravings at a fraction of the cost of buying them at..." Read more
"...of store bought applesauce (store brand when on sale cheap) work amazingly well and for a significantly lower price (and a lot less work) than..." Read more
"...All-in-all, this is a wonderful machine, and I'm looking forward to my next projects with it: dried bananas w/ honey, dried kale and herbs for my..." Read more
"...I have not had any problems with it, and I use it about once every three weeks or so...." Read more
Customers like the hydration of the product. They mention that it does a great job of drying fruits, veggies, and herbs. The tray collect and dry out all the delicious liquid, saving all of the flavors. It is great to dehydrate in season fruits and veggies to store for later, and it is super easy to clean. The instruction manual lays out drying times for fruits, herbs, and meats. It's a refreshing change to drying in the oven, which required more attention and time management. However, that being said, the dehydrator is a workhorse and they haven't had any issues with it. They say that all the meat was dried evenly without having to rotate trays, and the lid has dehydrating settings listed on it.
"...However, that being said, the dehydrator is a workhorse and I haven't had any issues with the motor or the heater shutting off or any nonsense like..." Read more
"...So far this single tray rotation has resulted in pretty much perfectly even drying throughout the entire batch, which I really like...." Read more
"It's a good dehydrator. I wish it had an on/off switch though. I also realized I'd prefer to have a square one someday...." Read more
"...it's actually pretty tasty. Maybe a bit TOO dry, but that's my problem, I have to work on figuring this thing out...." Read more
Customers like the ease of cleaning the food dehydrator. They mention that the trays and accessories are dishwasher safe, and they are simple to use and clean. The product is also easy to maintain and the resulting chicken does not get messy.
"...All of the trays and accessories are dishwasher safe, though if you have a dishwasher that has a washing arm for the top rack..." Read more
"...Cleaning: easy to clean. Dehydrated fruits leave virtually no residue, they stick very lightly to the trays and can be easily pulled out...." Read more
"...store bought jerky myself (never tried it), but it's much fresher and cleaner, so there's that...." Read more
"...pretty easy - food doesn't tend to stick, and cleaning each tray is a pretty quick affair. Cleaning 5 or 10 trays, though? Not so quick...." Read more
Customers find the food dehydrator easy to use. They mention that the machine is simple to use, easy to load, and has spacious trays. They like that the settings are manual, and that the fan guide makes it easy to look up whatever you need. They also appreciate the fact that the product is a wonderful tool to teach their kids how to make their own nutritious snacks. Overall, customers are happy with the product's ease of use and recommend it to others.
"...The dehydrator itself works great. it's straightforward and easy, but there are a few things:1...." Read more
"...Easy recipe, just applesauce and fresh strawberries pureed together!..." Read more
"...Dehydrating is also just an incredibly handy option to have - if you find yourself with too much produce or fresh herbs on-hand, just throw them in..." Read more
"Good product. Easy to set up and use. Love that it came with a recipe booklet and we've enjoyed deer jerky a few times already that was amazing!..." Read more
Customers like the value of the food dehydrator. For example, they say it has a lot of value for low upfront cost, the extra trays and accessories are priced reasonably, and they are easy to find. Some mention the condition of the product is great, and all parts are accounted for.
"...work amazingly well and for a significantly lower price (and a lot less work) than buying and smashing raw apples...." Read more
"...But well worth it.Overall, a great product at a fantastic price. I definitely recommend it!" Read more
"...This is a fantastic machine for the price.***Original review follows***..." Read more
"...Great price for this and for the added optional trays. Dishwasher cleanupis a breeze, but just do NOT use high heat settings for wash, rinse or dry." Read more
Customers like the noise level of the food dehydrator. They mention it's quieter than they expected and sounds like a fan.
"...This machine is very QUIET!..." Read more
"...Now, about the sound and physical attributes:This unit is QUIET. VERY quiet...." Read more
"...It is quiet (the noise it produces is kind of a soft white noise, quieter than my dishwasher), sturdy, and lightweight...." Read more
"...We love using it, it's not too noisy, and the main problem has been finding a spot to keep it in between uses, in our crowded kitchen...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the food dehydrator. Some mention it's built well, dependable, and does the job, while others say that the trays feel really flimsy and are falling apart.
"...sturdy, and lightweight...." Read more
"...Build quality:This is plastic. The trays feel flimsy, and the plastic gets hot. I'm not excited about drying my foods in hot plastic...." Read more
"Good product. Easy to set up and use. Love that it came with a recipe booklet and we've enjoyed deer jerky a few times already that was amazing!..." Read more
"...The seeds make them a bit hard to eat but at 12 hrs they almost collapse as you touch them. It's like eating bubbles...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the temperature control of the food dehydrator. Some mention that the temperature settings on top are important as you don't want to dry out the outside, while others say that it runs a little bit warmer as the food drys out, and there is no way to verify the temperature via the machine.
"...I love that there are multiple temperatures, and the top of the dehydrator tells you what temperature to use for the most commonly dehydrated items..." Read more
"...The top part is the actual dehydrator: it's got a fan and a heating unit, along with a temperature control knob that ranges from 95 to 160 degrees...." Read more
"...This is plastic. The trays feel flimsy, and the plastic gets hot. I'm not excited about drying my foods in hot plastic...." Read more
"This dehydrator is so easy to use. I like that I am able to adjust the temperature but when following the recommended temp.for fruits such as apples..." Read more
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I was a little wary of buying this model because it didn't have an on/off switch. I'm not sure why that was going to bother me so much, probably because everything else seems to have one. But since i don't plan on leaving this dehydrator plugged in at all times (like my toaster or coffeemaker), I've realized that I really don't need an on/off switch for the dehydrator.
I was also wondering if I should spend some more money and get one with a digital temperature selection and wondering if I needed to step up from a simple dial control. After having used this dehydrator for the past month or so, I realized that the digital temperature control would have done really nothing other than add cost to the dehydrator.
The dehydrator itself works great. it's straightforward and easy, but there are a few things:
1. The dehydrator touts it's ability to provide even and equal airflow throughout the entire space so that you don't have to rotate trays. Well, that doesn't seem to work exactly as they hoped. I find that the trays closest to the heating and fan element (top) dries out much quicker than the tray on the bottom. It took me a few runs to figure this out, so now about half way through the drying process I swap the trays and put the top on the bottom and vice versa.
2. The trays stack well, but it is very difficult to get them perfectly aligned to satisfy my inner OCD. I'm not sure if they are designed to have as much wiggle room as they have, and I'm not sure how much it affects drying time and efficiency of the dehydrator, but it's annoying that the sides are not always flush fit.
3. The trays are a bit of a pain to clean due to all the nooks and crannies where the food juices get stuck and dry out. Nothing a little water, soap, brush, and elbow grease can't scrub out, but when there's about a 100 or so crevices in each tray, it gets very annoying. i guess i could throw the trays in the dish washer, but I'm always a bit wary about throwing delicate looking plastic things in the dish washer.
Otherwise, the machine works great and I've been able to make beef jerky at home to satisfy my cravings at a fraction of the cost of buying them at the grocery store, with the option to make the jerky as spicy or sweet or savory as i want. I've also used it to dry mangos and kiwis and this dehydrator has worked great. I've soon found out, as many others have, that I definitely need more than the 5 trays that come with it.
I have a digestive problem that requires me to eat small meals/snacks very frequently or get uncomfortable abdominal pains. Commercial snacks are expensive and unhealthy, and commercially dried fruits are also really expensive and frequently have sugar added. So I decided to start drying my own snacks. I didn't want to spend very much so I did a lot of research for suggestions on inexpensive dryers and most reviews had this one in the top three so I decided to give it a try.
After my first couple of rounds of food drying, I decided to add two more trays (total of 7) to get a little more food out of each drying session. With 7 trays in, and when drying particularly wet fruits like pineapple or pears, I rotate the trays once about halfway through the drying time, exactly reversing the order of the trays so the middle levels stay in the middle and the top and bottom trays swap positions. So far this single tray rotation has resulted in pretty much perfectly even drying throughout the entire batch, which I really like. It's a definite improvement over the food dryers that my Mom had, where the trays all had to be rotated every hour or the food would not dry properly!
So far I have dried lots of bananas (we like to pull them out when they are still slightly chewy which makes them vastly better than store-bought banana chips that are hard and crunchy and almost flavorless), peaches, nectarines, plums, cherries, pears, apples, and pineapple (family favorite). We've also made fruit leather with most of these fruits, and found that bottles of store bought applesauce (store brand when on sale cheap) work amazingly well and for a significantly lower price (and a lot less work) than buying and smashing raw apples.
The first batch of fruit leather turned out pretty bad since the fruit would not separate from the trays until it was badly overcooked. Then we realized that if we spray the smooth trays with a little bit of cooking spray first, the leather just slides off when it is dry enough, and results in very soft, chewy, and great tasting fruit leather just like you can buy at high end deli shops (for a lot more money).
The dryer isn't as quiet as I had hoped based on the reviews, but it is still a lot quieter than the ones that my mother has used, and the steady hum isn't annoying at all. Overall I highly recommend this dryer if you are just getting into the 'hobby', or even if you are a food drying veteran, and you don't want to spend a lot of money.
The one star I took off for ease of cleaning is because the trays cannot be washed in a dishwasher, even on low temperature mode. They melt and warp. And the trays are slightly too big to fit in my larger than average kitchen sink so it's a bit of a challenge to clean them properly. But food particles come off easily when the trays are washed so it's not a difficult process or a significant negative.
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I never expected to buy another but with this year's enormous apple crop and a freezer already stuffed with raspberries and apple sauce, I took a chance. And I love it. I have filled 7 trays twice a day, mostly with apples but also with the second crop of figs, which take like candy when dried, nothing at all like bought dried figs. And it is not huge or unwieldy, so far easy to clean, it makes a quiet humming noise and I suspect is generating some heat which would not be good in mid-August but is welcome in October.
However, if you buy this, check the manual. Mine was missing pages 9-16 (fruit drying) and had two copies of another section. This would have cost a star but a single call to Nesco got me the very helpful Jody who told me the key information, followed up with the link to the manual and a few more tips, and is mailing me the complete manual. Good customer service, Nesco.
Edit: Nesco delivered. The manual has arrived. Two other comments: the scent of apples fills the house as it works, and it is wonderful. And I have been starting it just before bedtime and putting it in the bedroom. I drift off to sleep to a white noise hum ( I like this, but some may not), the scent of apples, and a warmer room. I wake to the same, well slept.
Gotta try some jerky in it (came with a nice pack of marinade stuff) but so far I've done apples, beans, cranberries, oranges, yam, and plaintain.
The manual is thorough, though food drying (or not just food, crafts/leaves/Potpourri too) is not an exact science.
It's very much an art, but so far I'm getting used to it, and it's loads of fun. Not sure if it's exactly economical per se, since you gotta leave it plugged in (kinda annoying that it doesn't have an off button...) for like a whole day to dry stuff. With the cost of hydro these days, hmm...
Anyway, Nesco definitely gives you everything (and I mean everything - I guess, except for an off button, but you do have to keep tabs on it anyway) to get started.
You can make all sorts of stuff in this, and it really opens up some interesting possibilities. Pretty big device all said, but not heavy or anything because the trays are light plastic. It all washes pretty well too.
I'd definitely recommend this if you're getting started in the dehydrating game. Probably wouldn't pay more than $100 for it, though (mine was apparently "used" but it came with everything in perfect condition for way less than the cost of the "new" one at the time).