Proctor Silex Commercial - 78480 78450 Food Dehydrator, 10 Trays, 1200 Watts, Digital Timer and Controls, Stainless Steel, NSF Approved
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Features
- DURABLE, FOOD-SAFE CONSTRUCTION. Commercial food dehydrator and wire racks are stainless steel for a lifetime of use.
- 1200 WATTS OF POWER. High-performance heater with a horizontal airflow fan system provides thorough, even drying
- NSF APPROVED. Easy to clean and approved for use in commercial kitchens.
- COMMERCIAL CAPACITY. Includes 10 trays totaling 16 square feet of drying area.
- INNOVATIVE DOOR DESIGN. No need to remove the door in order to load trays and check on food; door slides up and rests securely above the dehydrator. Innovative Slide-Back Door Gives you instant access to the interior, making it easy to load trays and check on food without removing the door.
- cETLus, 1 year
- Easy-to-Clean Design Removable tray holders and fan screen, plus a seamless bottom, make cleaning your dehydrator easy. Racks are dishwasher safe.
- Auto shutoff timer Program for up to 15 hours of drying time the dehydrator automatically turns off when the time is up.
Description
The Proctor Selex Commercial Food Dehydrator gives chefs the power to dry and preserve the flavors of meats, herbs, fruits, vegetables and more. 1200 watts, 10 trays and digital controls are ideal for commercial restaurants and kitchens.
Specs & Other Info
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hamilton Beach Commercial |
| Construction Material | High-Quality Stainless Steel |
| Color Scheme | Stainless Steel Finish |
| Power Consumption | 1200 Watts |
| Operating Voltage | 120V |
| Dimensions | 24 x 20 x 19 inches |
| Weight | 34.95 lbs |
| Model Number | 78450 |
| Market Introduction | January 17, 2019 |
| Manufactured By | Hamilton Beach Commercial |
| Popularity | #798 in Dehydrators Category |
| User Satisfaction | Rated 3.2 out of 5 stars from 20 reviews |
Frequently asked questions
The Proctor Silex Commercial Food Dehydrator comes with 10 trays, providing ample space for large batches of food dehydration.
Yes, this dehydrator is built with a robust 1200 Watts motor and constructed from stainless steel, making it ideal for continuous, heavy-duty use. Additionally, it is NSF Approved, ensuring it meets strict standards for public health protection.
Yes, it comes equipped with digital timer and controls for precise setting adjustments, making it easy to dehydrate a wide variety of foods accurately.
Yes, the spacious design and multiple trays allow for the dehydration of different types of food simultaneously. However, it's advised to group foods with similar drying times together for the best results.
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π Abunda's Overview
This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.
The reviews present a mixed picture of the commercial grade dehydrator, highlighting its strong build, ease of use, and effective dehydration capability. However, concerns about durability, such as a unit that stopped heating and issues with loose screws and sharp edges, temper the positive feedback. Users appreciate the NSF certification for professional use and the product's performance in dehydrating a variety of foods, despite some finding it necessary to rotate trays for even dehydration.
Pros
- π NSF certification meets health department requirements for restaurant use
- π Industry standard size and stainless steel construction ensure durability
- π Easy to use for dehydrating a variety of foods
- π Trays and brackets are removable for cleaning
Cons
- π Some units experienced heating failure within months
- π Loose screws and sharp edges pose potential safety risks
- π Uneven dehydration requires tray rotation
- π Timer and temperature control issues reported
Should I Buy It?
Given the mixed reviews, your decision should weigh how much you value build quality and ease of use against potential durability issues and the need for vigilance with its operation. For professional settings where NSF certification is required, it's a viable choice, but be prepared for possible maintenance and operational nuances.
We have a restaurant so the NSF certification is required by the health department. Trays are industry standard size. Stainless steel construction makes this a very durable appliance.
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2019 by Amazon Customer
Made well and easy to use. However, for the price, I expected it to dehydrate more evenly. I purchased this solely for making jerky. Unfortunately, I find it necessary to rotate the trays during the dehydration process. For some reason, the meat on the front of the tray will dry quicker than the meat on the back of the tray. I'll try changing the spacing and configuration of how I place the meat on the tray and the placement of the unit in relation to proximity to the wall, to see if I have an air flow problem. I'll update my review if it makes a difference. Other than that, it's a great appliance....so far.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2020 by Art A
This dehydrator stopped heating 8 months after it was purchased. Do not buy.
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2021 by Robert J. Mayer
Edited, after using approximately 15 times in 46 days (return window has closed): I had a fund raiser to raise the money to purchase a commercial dehydrator for a free food stand I tend, in order to save some of the fresh produce from my garden to give to folks in need during the colder months. Everyone pitched in and donated their hard earned money and I spent it on, what I thought would be, a quality product. When it arrived, several screws had come loose and I had to reinstall them. Since that time, several more have come off, many of which I am unable to discern where they should be installed. I believe they should be in the door as it does not open or close properly any longer. Also, the timer is not working. I set it for a particular number of hours/minutes and it decides to change it's mind and shut off in the middle, or stay on indefinitely. All of the edges of this machine, including the areas where one removes or inserts trays are incredibly sharp, causing cuts and injuries. I expect more from a $450 commercial grade machine. I am also disappointed that the company has not responded to the issues I advised them of originally. Now the window to return this machine has closed, and I have wasted all of those kind folks' hard earned money. I'm not apologetic when I say: I will not order any item manufactured or sold by this company again. My original review: While I do love this dehydrator and it dehydrates well, I do have a few issues. Many of the nuts holding the screws together were loose or off in the box, and I had to figure out where they belong and how to get them on without a special tool in tight places. I still have one nut that popped off during use. I still haven't figured out where it belongs. The timer is a great feature, if it worked properly. I set it to a certain temperature and time and it shuts off many hours before, so I have to keep an eye on it. It is not quiet...though it is not as noisy as other dehydrators, you can most certainly hear it running. I also wish it came with a tray of some sort for the bottom, to make cleaning easier. But I do appreciate that both the trays and the brackets that hold them come out for pristine cleaning of this machine. I also wish they offered mesh screens that fit the large trays. All and all, I am happy I purchased, but at this price point, the nuts and screws holding the machine together should be tightened or come with a tool for tightening the hard to reach places, and the digital timer should work. Check the dimensions of where you want to place this machine. I will need to build a larger table to make it easier to work with but that is a small issue for me. I should have checked before ordering.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2020 by kate
This dehydrator seems to be really nice and easy to use. Have been dehydrating habaneros for the past couple weeks and it has worked wonderfully!
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2019 by Tiffany
Product works well, has a good amount of space.
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2019 by Eli Browne
I love it
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2019 by Joaquin r.
Equipment simple to use
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2019 by Kara