How Do I Clean Silicone Molds? Cleaning your silicone molds is essential to maintain their quality and ensure they last a long time. Follow these simple steps to clean your silicone molds effectively: Steps to Clean Silicone Molds: Helpful Resources: By following these steps, you can keep your silicone molds clean and in good condition […]
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Best practices for cleaning the vacuum pump
Best Practices for Cleaning the Vacuum Pump Proper maintenance and cleaning of your vacuum pump are essential to ensure its longevity and optimal performance. Follow these best practices to keep your vacuum pump in top condition. General Cleaning Steps Oil-Free Pump Specific Cleaning For oil-free pumps, venting is recommended to remove water and extend the […]
How do I add dry time in candy mode?
How Do I Add Dry Time in Candy Mode? Adding dry time in Candy Mode on your Harvest Right freeze dryer is a straightforward process. Follow the steps below to ensure your candy dries perfectly every time. Steps to Add Dry Time in Candy Mode: Helpful Resources: By following these steps, you can easily add […]
How to clean inside the panels of the freeze dryer?
How to Clean Inside the Panels of the Freeze Dryer Cleaning the inside panels of your Harvest Right freeze dryer is a straightforward process. This is largely unnecessary within the first year of operation. Should you feel that you need to remove the panels to your freeze dryer, please follow the instructions listed below. Tools […]
How often should I change the oil in my freeze dryer pump?
How Often Should I Change the Oil in My Freeze Dryer Pump? Regularly changing the oil in your freeze dryer pump is crucial for maintaining its efficiency and longevity. The frequency of oil changes can depend on the type of pump you have and how often you use your freeze dryer. Guidelines for Oil Change […]
I have developed small little (crazing) cracks in my door.
If you’re experiencing crazing on the surface of your freeze dryer door, it could be due to various factors such as temperature fluctuations or improper cleaning methods. Crazing refers to the formation of small cracks or lines on the surface of the material. To address this issue, we recommend the following steps: Cracks in the […]
What sanitizers are recommender by the company to clean the freeze dryers? We need to have a sanitizer in order to be allowed to sell any food processed in the freeze dryer.
We recommend using a mild detergent and warm water to clean the inside of the freeze dryer. It’s important to thoroughly wash and rinse the freeze dryer and the shelf unit after each batch. Avoid using harsh chemicals or sanitizers as they may damage the freeze dryer. Harsh chemicals or sanitizers would include bleach, ammonia, […]
How do I rehydrate freeze-dried food?
Watch and follow the instructions in the video, "How to Rehydrate Your Home Freeze Dried Food" Video Overview: How to Quickly Prepare a Meal with Freeze-Dried Food: Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Example The video tutorial walks you through how to quickly prepare a meal using freeze-dried food, focusing on scalloped potatoes and ham as examples. […]
What happens during the freezing cycle?
After pressing start, the freeze dryer will start a 15 minute pre-cooling process. You can insert your trays of food during this 15 minute pre-cooling process or you can wait until the 15 minutes are up. It’s important not to delay putting the food into the freeze dryer after the 15 minute pre-cooling process is […]
How can I check if my food is completely dry?
The best way I know to check if the food is completely dry is to have one larger slice of food on each tray. When the freeze dryer says ‘process complete’, open the door, and break in half the larger/thicker slice of food on each tray. If that slice is dry and there is no […]
