HarvestRight Standard Freeze
Dryer
** Due To Current High Demand The Lead Time To Ship is 1 to 3 Weeks (Estimated). Units May Ship Sooner. Shipping Estimate As of 07 March 2023**
Available
Colors: Stainless Steel, Satin White, Black
Size:
The
freeze dryer is smaller than a dishwasher and larger than a microwave. The
sleek design makes it the perfect size to reside on a counter-top, cart, or table.
Overall
product dimensions: 30” Tall x 20”
Wide x 25” Deep
Weight: 134 lbs.,
Stainless: 143 lbs.
Please
note there is also a detachable vacuum pump that sits outside the freeze dryer.
The vacuum pump weighs about 30 lbs.
Warranty & Tech
Support:
1
Year limited warranty
Simply
call our support line when there is a problem. If the problem is something that
cannot be handled by our Customer Support team, a local technician can be hired
by our team to come to your location. There is a full one-year warranty on the
Harvestright state-of-the-art freeze dryers.
Power: 120 volts
At
peak, the freeze dryer draws about 16 amps, but on the average about 9 to 11
amps (990-1210 watts) of power per hour. A dedicated 20 amp circuit is recommended.
Your freeze dryer will cost an estimated $1.25-$2.80 a day, depending on power
costs in your area.
Capacity:
Capacity
of each batch is about 2 gallon (7 to 10 lbs. of fresh food)
In
a year, one can easily freeze dry 200 batches (400 gallons or 1,500 lbs. of food).
Easy
to use. Just press start and the freeze dryer will beep when finished.
Whats Included:
Home
Freeze Dry Unit With Shelving Unit
Vacuum
Pump With Oil Demister
Vacuum
Pump Oil
Power
Cord
Vacuum
Hose
Owners
Manual & Guide To Freeze Drying
Food
Trays
Black
Insulator Door Pad
Oil
Filter
Mylar Bags - 50 count
Oxygen Absorbers - 50 count
Impulse Mylar Bag Sealer (1)
Overview:
Patented
technology preserves the taste, nutrition, and texture of nearly any food for
up to 25 years. Perfect for freeze drying fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy
products, meals, desserts, and more.
The
entire process is automatic.
1.
Raw
or cooked foods are placed in the freeze dryer where they are frozen to between
-30 degrees and -50 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.
Once
frozen, the freeze dryer creates a vacuum in the food chamber.
3.
As
the food is gradually warmed, the water turns to vapor and evaporates out of
the food (sublimation).
4.
When
dry, the freeze dryer notifies the user that the process is complete by
sounding an audible beep.
5.
You
can then remove the freeze dried food from the dryer and place it in
vacuum-sealed containers that are moisture and oxygen proof (preferably a mylar
pouch or a can) to ensure freshness until opened.
6.
When
water is added to the food, it regains its original fresh flavor, aroma, texture,
and appearance!
What Kind of Foods
Can Be Freeze Dried?
You
truly can freeze-dry almost anything. All kinds of fruits, vegetables and meats
taste wonderful when freeze dried. That includes things like tomatoes, apples,
bananas, strawberries, peaches, green beans, peppers, onions, potatoes,
spinach, shrimp, pork, beef, turkey and even ice cream.
Your
favorite meals that include meat may be easily freeze dried. Foods like
lasagna, rice dishes, cheese macaroni, chili, beef stew, chicken a la king,
casseroles, shrimp, lobster, pulled pork, pasta sauces or scrambled eggs are
perfect for this process.
You
will find that it is a delight to experiment with different foods and meals in
your freeze dryer. A great way to start is by picking meals that are already
favorites in your home.
How Long Does It
Take to Freeze Dry Each Batch?
It
typically takes between 20 to 40 hours to complete the process. Food type and
quantity will affect the freeze-dry cycle. Things like meat, peas and corn dry
quickly, while squash and watermelon can take longer. The thickness of the food
slices will affect the cycle time too.
Most
importantly, your machine senses when the food is ready (alerting you with a
beep) so you don’t have to guess when to stop the freeze-dry cycle.
Maintenance:
The
freeze dryer itself requires little to no maintenance. However, all freeze
dryers come with a high quality vacuum pump, which requires some maintenance,
mainly adding and draining oil.
The
vacuum pump comes equipped with an initial supply of oil. There are 3 cups of
oil in a vacuum pump that need to be changed regularly to keep a freeze dryer
running efficiently. This is a simple process, and requires little effort.
Each
freeze dryer also includes a stand-alone oil filter. The filter cleans the oil
and allows you to keep reusing your oil as if it were new. Using filtered oil
in each batch is a great way to save money and be more eco-friendly, while also
helping your vacuum pump perform as efficiently as possible
**An Optional
Upgrade to a scroll oil less vacuum pump is available at an additional cost. This will eliminate the need for changing the
vacuum pump oil.
Overview – Optional:
Oil Free Vacuum Pump
The
Oil free vacuum pump can be used with any size freeze dryer. They are quiet,
fast, and easy to use. The Harvest Right Scroll Vacuum Pumps do not require oil
changes and do not have regular maintenance.
Technical Specifications
CFM: 7
Noise: = 62 dB(A)
Voltage: Standard 115V. 60Hz
Plug: US 110V
Intake Port: 3/4 JIC flare
Dimensions: 19" high x 10" deep x 10" wide
Weight: 42lbs
Shipping Info:
**Price Includes
Free Shipping To Locations In The Lower 48 United States. Please call for shipping prices to other
locations.
Shipment
will arrive by residential freight carrier with lift gate.
The
standard freeze dryer ships in one package with a total weight of 212 lbs.( 221 lbs. for Stainless Steel) Item
will be delivered to physical addresses, no PO boxes, they just don’t fit. One
freeze dryer package: 26”W x 36”D x 45”H.
Manuals
Owners
Manual
Home
Freeze Dryer Starter Guide
Maintenance
of a Freeze Dryer
Owners Manual - Optional Oil Free Scroll Vacuum Pump
Videos
Links To Other Freeze Drying Videos
