Excalibur 3948CDB Food Dehydrator

The digital controller allows you to program two different temperature and time settings in a single cycle. For example, you can start at a higher temperature to quickly remove surface moisture and then automatically drop to a lower temperature to finish the drying process without over-processing.

No, the trays are not dishwasher safe. To maintain the integrity of the BPA-free plastic, we recommend hand-washing them with warm, soapy water.

Yes, the adjustable thermostat starts at 95°F, which is the standard temperature required to preserve enzymes and nutrients in raw food preparations.

The clear door is designed for easy monitoring so you can check your progress without opening the unit and losing heat. It is built from durable polycarbonate and does not compromise the efficiency of the Parallexx horizontal airflow system.

With nine 15-inch by 15-inch trays, this unit is designed for batch processing. You can comfortably dry large quantities of jerky, fruit leathers, or herbs at once, making it ideal for preserving seasonal harvests.

Hyperwave Technology fluctuates the internal temperature throughout the drying cycle. This keeps the surface temperature of the food low enough to prevent 'case hardening'—where the outside dries too quickly and traps moisture inside—while still effectively removing water from the center.