We have some really great 'techy' type guys here who are, as they have been exploring the FD mechanics and sharing that in their posts, writing what is turning out to be a 'troubleshooting manual' for us less capable folks.

Removing the ice from between the chamber wall and the insulation (hopefully will never have to do this again)

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5. Maintenance: Understand the maintenance requirements of the machine. Some units require more frequent servicing than others.

Michelle Dubrule I recently received my new freeze dryer in a timely manner and I was pleased with the excellent service. The company kept me informed about any expected delays during transport, which I greatly appreciated.

The unit can also connect to and communicate the freeze dryer cycle data to a nearby PC through an ethernet cable.

The Celiac diagnosis was the real catalyst that made up my mind to purchase a freeze dryer. I can now freeze dry my son’s favorite homemade gluten-free foods as well as a few pre-made gluten-free foods that are safe.

What I presume was happening was that condensation was building up on the cooling coils between the insulation and the chamber and freezing. When I finally turned the FDer off it took 3 days for the ice buildup to melt and slowly soak through the insulation and drip onto the counter.

In any case, maybe it will help some newbie HR Freeze Dryer owners to answer some of the questions I once had.

Freeze drying definitely saves my family money. We have a lot less food waste because leftover food can be freeze dried for later use.

If you don’t have the time or money, or if you believe the food crisis will hit hard very soon, then it makes more sense to buy freeze-dried food instead.

The current and emerging food crises in the United States have millions of Americans very concerned about the future. From supply chain shenanigans to food processing plants “inexplicably” being compromised to bird flu decimating the poultry industry, it’s no wonder there has been a sharp rise in the “prepper” food industry.

If you don’t have the time or money, or if you believe the food crisis will hit hard very soon, then it website makes more sense to buy freeze-dried food instead.

If you have gluten sensitivity and not Celiac or a gluten allergy, you might be ok with gluten and gluten-free in the same machine.