How to SET UP a FREEZE DRYER from Harvest Right

[@thelazyj8658]

I like it when y’all review something, you tell the truth and let the chips fall where they may, and you always are 100% more informative than I’ve personally seen on any other channel.

[@theIAMofME]

I would agree. I'm going to watch and wait a year with the watching of Living Traditions and Deep South and see after a year what they think. It is definitely an investment. Maybe in a year the price will come down a few dollars, too. LOL Great informative video.

[@DeepSouthHomestead]

Thanks

[@patriciav2435]

After a 2 month wait we got out Freeze Dryer yesterday. After 24 hours we were ready for the "Set Up". The manual just wasn't clear about the steps, got very frustrated until we found your video. Clear, concise and to the point. Thank you so very much, and your tips are amazing!

[@montanalife406]

We bought ours last year and use it nearly every day! No more leftovers go to waste...we have lots of long term food storage and we are still enjoying last years garden with a fresher taste! Enjoy...you’re gonna LOVE it!!!

[@NickRichards7]

I own a Harvest Right ♻️ 2 Tips‼ 1. Always have a fan blowing on the pump! 2. Tilt the unit slightly so all the water drains! A small board would do... Owned this for 3 years now. Hope this helps Danny 🇺🇸

[@user-np1ch6bs6t]

have u ever had an issue with ice build up?

[@NickRichards7]

@@user-np1ch6bs6t Ice build up is normal. You are suppose to open the unit and let it "Thaw out" after EVERY use.

[@user-np1ch6bs6t]

@@NickRichards7 oh! others say they buy extra trays so they can keep it going , which i did but can not because of the ice build up.. but u say i must let it thaw out every use.

[@NickRichards7]

@@user-np1ch6bs6t Yes. Only way to keep ice from building up you need it to thaw out, and completely, if you want efficiency and longevity of the Freeze Dryer.

[@user-np1ch6bs6t]

@@NickRichards7 ok thank you.

[@jonmon9154]

The simple comment is "Thank You". I am now more comfortable setting up my new dryer. Real discussions about this product from real people. No doubt in my mind about honesty and candid remarks. Keep the reviews coming.

[@pinetreehill586]

It’s so refreshing that you guys are honest about how you get products to review and about really using the product. It has been a very informative unboxing. I look forward to the review even though it is not an appliance I would purchase.

[@inderwink]

I appreciate the detail in which you approach and share all your reviews. Those little things that you cover that are skipped by other channels are the tips that make your reviews so valuable. Thank you for taking the time to be methodical.

[@pinemeadowshobbyfarmafruga8319]

Yay, Nice. I just purchased one last week. Cannot wait for it to arrive.

[@karenchavez9996]

This is the best explanation I’ve seen for setting up the harvest right freeze dryer. I followed it step by step to set mine up. Danny I listened to your advice and ordered the freeze dryer. I had been thinking about it for over a year, your advice hit home on one of your videos and I ordered the medium sized dryer. Thank-you!!

[@ChannelJGC]

Danny, i just got it's set up. I came to your video for answers. Thank you so much. I never thought so many questions would come up. They did and you answered them all. Good bless you and Ms Wanda.

[@kristinebeedle657]

I got mine a couple months ago. I love ,love mine. It's a great product, can't believe I waited so long to get one. It took me about a year to decide because it is expensive. But well worth it. I've done eggs, fruits, vegetables putting leftover chili in it today. Have a blessed day.

[@apiecemaker1163]

At my age, I’ll stick to my pressure and water bath canning. I try not to knock new products because everything I do was new at one time. It’s great that companies are allowing you to review their products because it’s much more honest and thorough than a commercial. Thank you for taking the time to do this for your subscribers. Great thing to do during the winter months before harvest is in full go mode. No way anyone has time then. 👩‍🌾❤️

[@Jarvis30]

Freeze Drying isn't new, its just that Harvest Right has come out with an "inexpensive" home use machine compared to the larger and super expensive industrial machines on the market. Freeze Drying beats all other methods of food preservation. not that canning and dehydrating don't have their place, i will still pressure can my butter and dehydrate my herbs, but for most other foods Freeze Drying is just a more healthy choice retaining most of the nutritional value and structure of the foods for 25+ years depending on the food. If you can some chicken noodle soup you will loose a ton of the nutrients, pressure can it and you have mushy soup, and after a couple years you have a heavy glass jar with the risk of Botulism looming soon. (yes I'm Exaggerating a little, but not much) With a Freeze Dryer you could process a big pot of home made (or store bought) soup and package it in individual servings for camping or survival reasons or store it in bulk to keep in the kitchen and just scoop out what you want and add hot water. 20 years later it will probably be just as good as it was when you processed it if you can even detect the difference, and there are no preservatives or extra salt or acid in it for preserving, its just the food as if you were about to eat it and froze it in time! If you think its too high tech or expensive for you, get with a few family members or close friends and get a unit together. Someone in the group is going to love it as a hobby and process everyones food for the cost of the little bit of electricity it costs. If anything, get a sample from someone dependable and try it yourself. 👍

[@johnford943]

@@Jarvis30 Agreed - I used to do a lot of canning, but once I leaned you're losing about 75-80% of the nutrition value when hi-temp canning, and then about 50% loss when dehydrating, compared to 5% loss with freeze drying -- it's now my new way to go. If I'm going to take a bunch of time to save my food, I want to minimize loss as much as possible. Plus the time to usage -- i.e. how long can you store freeze dried compared to other preservation methods -- nothing compares to freeze drying at 20-25 years.

[@Jarvis30]

@@johnford943 I have my machines now and running both non-stop and loving it. Experimenting and testing different things. Its so awesome making batches of food and putting it away for $1 and others are paying $12 for half of what i just made myself. There are negative aspects, primarily the initial cost, but its way better than canning. And don't get me wrong, I'm still going to can pickles and some other things, but i made fresh sauerkraut, freeze dried it, and the good bacteria will still be good when i rehydrate....... 25+ years later.

[@kevinrowbotham545]

Just ordered a freeze dryer and am I ever glad I watched your video so I know what needs to be in place before I can get started! Thanks guys!

[@TheMacs1]

We just got one. Watching your video now!

[@RSJ-Texas]

What a huge blessing for y’all. God is truly good !!

[@caroljeanne1]

I'm so glad God blessed you with this freeze dryer. I've wanted one for several years now. Is a multi-functioning Appliance. I'm so happy for you two. Congratulations, we love you , you're Ocala Family

[@DCB14u2do]

So good to see someone demonstrating this method! Y’all are precise and make it clear that there are sequences and methods to using these. Not unlike canning, actually. It’s also something I have considered since we are definitely older than y’all are. Can’t keep doing strong and long gardening forever. As usual, I will be stalking your channel😉 for Wandas results. Blessings.

[@DeepSouthHomestead]

We are going to be freeze drying for our future when we can't do a lot of gardening.

[@kathleenperdue9753]

Thank you guys for walking us through this setup, I'm looking into getting one of these freeze dryers. You answered many things that no-one has discussed. God bless you for this video. This is quite an investment and it can be a wonderful addition to the homestead, thanks 😇🙏💞

[@paulacarroll1974]

Good morning, Mr. Danny and Mrs. Wanda. May your week be great and warm.

[@charlajensen5618]

I want to thank you for showing us how to run through the test mode, I’m a visual learner and this help me out greatly. Thank you, I have learned so much from the two of you. God bless you both.

[@shodson314]

So you got it free to demo it??? BONUS!!!!!!!! Happy for you!!!!

[@JeanneKinland]

We just purchased our first Harvest right large freeze dryer. 20 amp dedicated outlet. So many helpful tips here! That you so much Danny!

[@Jarvis30]

Nice. I have 2 Large units on the way in about 9 weeks. I'm installing them in a cargo trailer I'm converting to a make a little business out of. Adding a freezer, counterspace, cabinets for packing materials and storage. the trailer will also allow me to pull it to my farmers market here in Georgia.

[@Jarvis30]

@@user-bv1ss5nj9b Well, i received 2 large units on Sept 14th and it took a week to get them inside due to rain and another week due to finishing the power lines. 1 machine has been working great and everything I expected. The second machine was dropped hard by FedEx or something. there was physical evidence inside the machine of a hard drop and the packing and pallet were crushed. I got with HR and the new one is arriving tomorrow. I left a few posts in R@40 group that i believe shipping has taken down turn. On the other hand, HR is busy as heck making machines with these supply shortages. When you get 500 orders in a month there are going to be defective parts and its doesn't help having FedEx smashing around delicate machines. HR took care of my problem. I look at it like an adventure and not something to rush. Freeze drying in whole is not a quick fix for your spending pleasure, its a long term investment.

[@bmaluginthevanishingman6034]

My boss lady/landlord/garden buddy just ordered one of these and she sent me a video to watch so I can figure it out. This is very interesting I can't wait to sit it up

[@lisarogers1036]

You are going to love it !! I also purchased a medium about 4 months ago. We love it !! I can’t wait till the garden is in . This opened up a whole new world for us. So far FD apples is my favorite. Have fun !

[@paularizzo5217]

Ya'll have done a great unboxing. Thanks. I am looking forward to the freeze dried carrots video. We're having snow and below freezing temps in Monroe, LA for a few days...hope the sun will shine again soon!.

[@DebbiesHomeplace]

Very nice review and demonstration of the freeze dryer and what needs to be done before you use it. Can't wait to see it in action. That's an expensive piece of equipment right there, but a great way to preserve food. Nice about the extras that came with it.

[@saddleridge4364]

You've made their engineering dept aware of several problems that should be addressed right off the bat. LOL. Congrats on the freeze dryer!

[@user-np1ch6bs6t]

i know isnt it funny how he found that bad clip,,, mine is bent at the end and my o ring dosent fall off.

[@nancygould6789]

Thanks again for a great description of a fabulous product. Very detailed and a life saver for customers that Don't understand all the intricacies of mechanics.

[@BrendaH578]

Hi, just got my freeze dryer today. So excited. Your demo was very helpful. I also enjoy your gardening tips. I live in Texas and hubby and I tilled up some of our yard for a garden, it’s doing well, will keep watching your channel for help when needed. Thanks 😊

[@alwayscensored6871]

Now that is an excellent way to preserve food. Never would have thought of that. Freeze dried and vacuum packed. DIY ration packs.

[@janebadon3988]

Perfect timing...on your recommendation I had it on my list to order one today. Then, here this video popped up! Helpful info!

[@roseward16]

This is by far the very best instruction video we have viewed and we have searched for lots. We will be following your site first and foremost.. Thank You!

[@bridgetdallaire3595]

Thank you so much for the demonstration, my FD should be here in a few short weeks and now I don’t have to panic about it with my anxiety trying to set it up… I’m excited once more…😍

[@veracampbell9583]

I’m so proud for y’all. I know everyone is getting a freeze dryer. They will have to come down a whole lot before we can get one. I know y’all will have fun playing with this. It’s going to be so helpful in saving your harvest this year. God bless y’all.

[@RJ-rn3uv]

Hey Danny and Wanda Got my Harvest Right Freeze dryer today!! Followed your instructions. It appears that they saw your video and fixed the cotter pin problem and the O ring issue. Mine were on correctly. Thanks for the video, it helped a lot.

[@qwertyqaz2227]

They have a layaway plan and you can make whatever payments you can manage until it's paid off and then they'll ship it.

[@DeepSouthHomestead]

Yes this is very helpful for people.

[@ritad.franklin6372]

Great!

[@ritad.franklin6372]

Wonderful! Great Tool to have in your kitchen.

[@DeepSouthBamaGRITS]

Excellent video and I'm glad you are giving us all the tips so we can decide if this product is something that would be beneficial to our homestead lifestyle. The good thing I see about having a Freeze Dryer is that during our times of PLENTY we can preserve our food (more nutritiously) for any unexpected emergency or hard times we may face in the future. Right now I am trying to dehydrate as much as I can from my 5 freezers. It hit me a few months ago that it is a very real possibility that we could lose the power grid with all the uncertainty going on in our country. I thought just what would I do to be able to keep those freezers running to keep all that food from ruining in a long-term power outage. I know how difficult it was to find gas for my generators when we lost power for a couple of weeks during the last hurricane season with the direct hit we took with Sally. I had enough fuel stored for that short length of time and did okay but what if it were to be a LONG TERM outage? There is no way I can store that much fuel to run generators until I could process everything in those freezers. Dehydrating is good for me in that I don't have a big home and very little storage for a lot of canning jars. I do have lots canned but I've run out of space to store but a little bit more. The dehydrating, vacuum sealing in mylar bags with oxygen/moisture absorbers and storing in heavy-duty hard plastic totes is more beneficial to MY CIRCUMSTANCES of having very little space. A root cellar is not an option for food storage/canning jars here in coastal Alabama. You know the issues you have with your storm shelter/root cellar as far as our humidity and heat problems go. I have an underground storm shelter but the temps/humidity are a big issue without running a dehumidifier in it as it is made of concrete blocks and a concrete poured floor. Yes, I would LOVE to have a freeze dryer and could see the advantages of it over dehydrating & even pressure/water bath canning. I have 7 dehydrators (2 box type with temp control, timer, fan) and 5 round ones with temp control & fan and the last two months I have used them almost 24/7 trying to get what I can out of the freezers PLUS what I find on sale at the grocery store/farmers markets. My power bill jumped from an average of $200=$250 a month to $325 last month and $397 this month. The only thing different I have been doing is running those dehydrators around the clock. BUT I have saved a lot of food that I might would possibly lose with no power so what else can I do? I could definitely use one to freeze dry all the meat I have as I have said, I don't have much room left for many more canning jars and the Freeze Dryer could remedy that problem. I will decide once you freeze dry some food and do a taste test as I do value your opinions and trust your judgements on TASTE & QUALITY of food. You guys were sure lucky to have been given the opportunity to get a free Freeze Dryer to demo but I consider US HOMESTEADERS LUCKY to have YOU GUYS GIVE US VALUABLE INFO AND TIPS and know that it is FACTS & THE TRUTH and not just some hyped up infomercial to make sales. Looking forward to your future videos on the freeze dryer! Stay warm. We are supposed to have wind chills tonight (Monday) from 0-10(F) and temps in the upper teens. A bit warmer tomorrow night and not so cold for the length of time it will be tonight/tomorrow morning. 16-17 hrs of freezing/below freezing temps tonight and only 10-12 hours tomorrow which makes a world of difference when preparing for freezing pipes, well pump and the animals/gardens. Got a heater going in my greenhouse, too so PRAYERS all will survive (my seedlings for spring planting). Be safe out there everyone & GOD BLESS!

[@joyfuljoyjoy4360]

We’ve had ours for about a year now and found that pre-freezing the food in the regular freezer for a few hours before placing in a pre-frozen freeze dryer cuts the process time down by quite a few hours.

[@ThePatrick42044]

Why does it cut time? And how do people know what times to freeze dry different items for? Are the times listed in menu of freeze dryer? Just bought large one yesterday.

[@joyfuljoyjoy4360]

@@ThePatrick42044 unfortunately the times are not listed. Over time by doing things several ways that this was the more efficient way for us. We put a load in around one or two in the afternoon and it’s ready by supper time the next day.

[@sunshine6729]

This has to be the best detailed video i've seen on this product! I just ordered the same Harvest Right . Thank you for the good info.

[@cynthiahumphrey1718]

I have a freeze dryer and this video has helped me so much. Thank you.

[@SusieFlygirl]

Thanks for the unboxing and steps in setting yours up. I’m fixin to set mine up today.

[@revrita1157]

Danny and Wanda in case you haven’t heard this today.... “You are Loved!” 💕❤️

[@DeepSouthHomestead]

Thank you so much.

[@tinav4755]

Congratulations on getting a Harvest freeze dryer, I want one, if moisture is controlled I do believe it will be a space saver for sure. Of course it will be trial and error, thanks for your honest review we are all waiting in anticipation for the next video.

[@SueLD]

Thanks for sharing your experience with this.

[@americaforamericans6254]

We’re south of y’all and woke up to snow collapsing our greenhouse. Hope all is well y’alls way Danny and Wanda. This is insane I sure hope our seedlings aren’t dead.

[@DeepSouthHomestead]

It's getting close.

[@americaforamericans6254]

@@DeepSouthHomestead update just pried my way into the greenhouse got the snow off and lit some emergency heaters (paint cans, toilet paper, and alcohol) to assist our other heaters hopefully our seedlings will survive but they had a lot of ice weighted down on them😔

[@DeepSouthHomestead]

@@americaforamericans6254 praying everything stays safe.

[@americaforamericans6254]

@@DeepSouthHomestead same here❤️❤️

[@scratchmadehomestead9343]

Congrats! We learned to put in Mylar bags then food saver vac sealed. Thick sausage links did not work, we will slice longways next time.

[@beckyhrnandez]

I've been so interested in this and with all I've research I never have heard about the burn time, thank you!! 👍

[@danelleroundabouts2559]

You will LOVE LOVE LOVE it!!! Have had one for many years now. The only thing I regret about it is not getting it 8 yrs ago! Harvest Right is a great company to work with. I still like FD ingredients more so than meals. YES they do pay for them selves. You can do meat and that is fantastic. We have the oilless pump and and the original oil pump. Both are fine Any one looking at getting one I say do it you wont be sorry. Now ya all just need to keep your eye open for a chamber vacuum seals CONGRATS!!!!

[@maryjane-vx4dd]

You will love that. The trays come out. I've had mine for several years. My daughter got hers severaldays ago. Congrats

[@jessicah2345]

Since you've had yours for years I'm curious which pump did you go with? I'm wondering how their standard pump holds up over the years

[@bobbibonner]

I am so thankful y’all are telling us these things!! This helps folks SO MUCH when they are new to freeze drying!

[@patriciaprimm4706]

Congratulations on your freezer dryier!!!!

[@cdlady54_95]

Wow! Glad I got to see this finally. Truly dedicated work. Thank you for sharing and be safe.

[@carolynbatyah2517]

I had ordered mine about a month ago. It should be here by the end of March. Thank you for sharing your good opinion and experiences for all of us to learn. Love you guys. Keep bringing those educational videos.

[@JeremiahAtkinson]

great tips on preventing disaster, thank you for your honest review of the setup. :)

[@carolmalko615]

I had no idea of all that you have to go through before even your first batch. And had NO idea about the maintenance. Thank you for such an informative video and finding out they have a layaway program makes me really think about it more. I've been wanting one since seeing Kevin and Sarah with theirs. Great review Danny and Wanda.

[@melissastrutzel7265]

Great video! Where did you buy your cart?

[@Melancholy1966]

Thank you for posting this video, my husband and I got a tax return this year so we've decided to get ourselves a Harvest Right! I have two friends who have Harvest Rights and they love them.

[@talkwithtiffanychannel]

Good for you guys! This took a lot of mystery out of finally ordering one.

[@warrensimien8578]

Happy for you all and to pass us your New gift in life ❣️🇺🇸

[@jeannemiller306]

I'm so happy for you I hope you enjoy it and thank you for sharing

[@bluewolf4915]

FINALLY got mine. Just finished the bread run. HERE WE GOOOOOOO!!!! 😁

[@LittleHomesteadOnHinerPond]

Very good video showing how to set it up and things to watch out for. Thanks!

[@lloydwilliams8715]

Good morning Mr & Mrs Daniel and all viewers. Greetings from Jamaica 🇯🇲. Hopefully you all had a great weekend. Nice to see the sheshead coming together

[@meharris0925]

What cart/shelf did you buy for your freeze dryer? I bought one and it is not very stable, but says it supports up to 500 pounds.

[@dirtriders3615]

You guys are awsome and those things are expensive y’all stay safe have fun with your new toy

[@mysanctuary6567]

thank you so much. that was exactly the info i was looking for. the unpacking and details before i buy. thanks again.

[@sealedinchrist5413]

Just ordered the medium freeze dryer from Harvest Right. Cant wait to get it and start using it. Love your channel guys.

[@vickisavage8929]

If I didn’t know how hard y’all have worked and how meticulously and even handedly y’all will be evaluating this, I could be tempted to be jealous. I have drooled after one for several years, but am being patient because Harvest Right has been steadily improving the quality and cutting the price on their products. I do want to get one after I have settled into my retirement property, but first I need to build a home (likely burrowed into the hillside for climate control and other reasons). Even though freeze dried doesn’t shrink things like dehydrating does, the quality is better and the product can be powdered for storage.

[@slong835]

I love my freeze dryer!! Total game changer. Congratulations.....fyi-- that filter doesn't work long, look at videos on making your own

[@kristikey8320]

Wanda, you are having too much fun playing with the bread! Lol! So happy you guys get to use the freeze dryer.

[@1972BRJ]

That looks like it could be beneficial for alternative to canning, with lids and jars being in question, plus with the long term storage of freeze dried food you could store up for retirement 🙂

[@DeepSouthHomestead]

Our thoughts exactly.

[@ms.royahrens8777]

Love it! Been watching Kevin and Sarah on Living Traditions demo theirs. So interesting!! I’m saving for one-for sure, even though they have a layaway plan. Thata way, when I can’t garden any more due to my age and health, I can still eat my own raised food-yeppers I will!

[@DeepSouthHomestead]

That's our thoughts exactly.

[@tamiwilbanks836]

This video was extremely helpful ! Thank you so much.

[@Link380090]

I love seeing the joy on Ms. Wanda's face. Great review video guys 👍. Much love your way.

[@caribecastaway6447]

Perfect timing. Mine comes next week with the upgraded pump too. Thanks for the Great tips.

[@danny4660]

You and Wanda will love it. We've had ours since Jan and have run 40 loads in it. Have fun, it's addictive, from Danny & Wanda in California.

[@Peachy08]

That is nice! You are gonna love that! Stay warm!

[@jacmlondon]

The she shed turned out beautiful !

[@billhunt892]

Morning Y'all , boy that looks like a nice unit , looking forward to seeing it work ! Thanks

[@franpaterno486]

Love this video two years old 👍👍👍❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@bluewolf4915]

Picking up a medium one next weekend. Can't wait 💚

[@brendasmith5937]

I get my Harvest right at the end of March! It weighs about 150lbs

[@darrellb721]

Hey Danny check out “Retired at 40”. He has lots of great info on this thing. Ours will be arriving very soon. Especially look for his oil filtering with a Britta water filter pitcher and the blue oil.

[@nanewby0855]

Be sure to look at “retired at 40” review of the premier pump. He does not recommends the blue oil for the premier pump.

[@brendacarroll498]

Oh I am so excited for you guys, what a dream come true. We have been interested in getting a harvest right. I am so glad you will let us know about it.

[@GimiH1]

We bought one right after Christmas. It's like a science experiment trying everything out. Sometimes it's surprising just how good it is before rehydration. This weather reminds you why you need to store extra of everything. We are in NW Arkansas and it's 7 degrees at noon, low -2 with 6 inches of snow and more on the way. We're home watching it snow. We are carrying buckets of water to animals We filled them in case the lines froze, and they did. We've had city water lines freeze in the ground in Mississippi. The main natural gas line broke from ice dams in the Pearl River that year. Never take anything for granted...take care of yourself and your animals. My dil gets rid of everything extra and just goes to the store to buy it when she actually needs it. My son was out yesterday and again today buying stuff they forgot they needed. Take care and have fun with your new toy. We're planning for our greenhouse.

[@wandaturner3618]

Good Morning! Awesome! That's a great way to preserve food! ❤

[@drakeblack329]

My wife has been wanting 1 for years. I hope to get her 1 soon.

[@vicknairfirm]

Great video guys. Facebook has several great freeze dryer groups. My favorite is Betty Harvest Right Freeze Dryers Group. Lots of great info and pointers from folks that are kind enough to share their experiences.

[@monana8706]

Congratulations on the Freeze Right! Mine should be here in about 3 weeks. I can hardly wait 🙂. I have a long list of foods to get done!

[@tracyflenner]

I have the same medium freeze dryer in black with the same pump. I thought it had to have the 20 amp breaker but I went back to re-read the website and it said that was just for the large one. I need to get my freeze dryer ready to use. They don't send the cover with them anymore. Mine had a note that they stopped sending those because they can cause the door not to seal correctly. I'll have to go through the instruction book and probably refer back to this video when I start it up the first time. My oil filter also looks like a Brita water filtration pitcher but smaller.

[@RoneysPlayNcreate]

Hello! Thank you for an honest review. Cant wait to see the outcome of ya'll using it

[@beverlymummomiller338]

Oh how exciting for y’all!! I’m excited for y’all! I have wanted one for years..just not in our budget, so I’ll deal with my dehydrators and canners. 😆 Been blessed..and y’all are a blessing to so many!! ♥️ ✝️

[@ritad.franklin6372]

My Premiere pump was very cloudy after the very first test run with the bread 🍞. I called the technicians. They talked with me to see that I did everything correctly. I then did a second run. I used a thin layer on onions. I used a new bottle of oil and put in 2 cups fresh oil after draining out the oil Used in the first test run. It never got down to the mTorr number required. Again, I called the Techs. They sent me labels to return the machine with the pump. So, I am now waiting for them to test it in their laboratory and fix it. After that they will return it to me and I will set it up again. They have been very helpful so far. It is still a question why the machine doesn't work when I first tried it. Also, it did have a bad smell inside when it arrived. So, I am praying this works well.

[@deborahembry7292]

Homemade Cheetos sound good, so much healthier than the store bought! My favorite junk food that I don’t eat anymore.

[@carolclarkson4859]

Really excited to see all of the foods that you freeze dry. Please show more of this.

[@lyndabuchholz1216]

I have one of those and bought a cart too. This is such a wonderful machine!! It is so heavy I had to get my son to lift it up. I don't think there was any instructions with mine to run to test it. I will have to double check it. I am so glad you are doing this. I have a friend who is considering getting one of these and this will help her make a decision as well as help to set hers up. Mine is a few years old and all the extra didn't come with it except the oil change kit. There is a lot of improvements since I bought mine. I love it! I would suggest getting desiccants to put in your storage containers. The freeze dried foods suck up moisture quickly.

[@sjs928]

This is a nice unit ! Maybe in the late summer I can get one , but a dehydrater will have to do til then.... Great info !

[@IndyWalters]

Looking forward to see what you freeze dry in it. Ours just arrived last Wednesday. Running my first official batch of produce through it today - peppers from the garden that I threw in the freezer at the end of the season. Have fun with it.

[@DeepSouthHomestead]

Good luck with yours.

[@ritad.franklin6372]

I had the same problems with my pump Danny. Only I didn't know what was wrong until you just showed me. The booklet omitted some instructions about how to turn on the pump correctly. The open and close was not marked as the booklet described I as well

[@sharrilswindle752]

Yep freeze dryer...Mine should be coming in next few weeks, I got everything to do with it just waiting on it ,we are putting in a cabinet with counter top,, wish I would have done it years ago.I can't wait to freeze dry some good food especially eggs, and well everything else I wish now I would have ordered the large..ours is going into a shed with ac.. and a fan , and we ordered premiere pump also..our freezers will be in the shed also .we did put in a dedicated 30 amp breaker just for freeze dryer..OH I cant wait.. Thanks for all the good advice..I have seen on retired at 40,freeze drying... It will get water in the window of the premiere pump..so most people say they recycle the oil every few batches ..Im not sure, as I haven't gotten mine yet