THANK YOU SO MUCH 🙏🙏🙏💖 for pointing out that the Large sized units require a dedicated outlet!!! No other video I have watched mentions it!!! So important for folks to know if they do not own their own homes and cannot modify such a thing!

SOOOO HELPFUL!!! My machine arrives tomorrow and I’m a visual learner. So thank you 🙏

Very informative video! You answered the question I had about putting the pump under the freeze dryer. I haven't seen any other videos discussing that. Thank you!

@sophossurvival

Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

Thank-you. We're looking to buy ours tomorrow so this video has helped us decide.

@sophossurvival

Жыл бұрын

Happy freeze drying to you!

Gosh!! Thank you so much for this step by step set up. I got a large harvest right FD with the premier pump and fallowed you along. Currently freeze drying my first batch of bread...i named my machine BUSTER... could not think of anything else. Going to go by ice cream sandwiches now and some berries or something.

@sophossurvival

Жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Glad the video helped and excited for you to get freeze drying!! Have fun with BUSTER!! 🔥🔥🔥

So nice to have an updated video that matches my new machine exactly. Thank you! ...ours had no power when it arrived. Customer service was awesome & walked us through. There was a loose wire inside.

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! And glad you got that issue worked out!! 🙌🏼🔥

@lorenbush8876

Жыл бұрын

Was it over the phone or over the internet? I submitted a ticket the other day and no one has gotten back to me. Did you trace it down and fix it yourself? Mine won't power up either. thanks

Well done! Good clear footage and complete information at every part of the process. My HR manual left me hanging without the information about plugging the pump into the dryer directly. It didn't elaborate on 'all' the settings of the pump for the trial run or the operational use and standby/end process. This was an excellent, fully informative instructional vid! I especially appreciate you taking time to explain how the machine actually works at different points of the various cycles so I know what's to be expected versus something not quite right. I'm sure you have more good info to share so I subscribed!

@sophossurvival

11 ай бұрын

Awesome, thank you so much!! I really appreciate you watching and subscribing, and glad you found it so informative!! 🙏🔥

I purchased a large unit myself. I'm was a refrigeration tech over 25 years. Just a note alot of houses like mine are wired with only 14 guage wiring, some are 12 guage. Wouldn't recommend just changing the outlet on the smaller wiring. Personally mine is going in the garage so I've ran a separate circuit with 10 Guage wiring. Have to keep in mind if it is not in an air conditioned or well ventilated area. That the Amperage is going to run higher and could run longer cycle times with higher ambient air temperatures.

Oh my goodness, thank you for such an informative video!

@sophossurvival

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

Thanks for the great set-up demo! So helpful! If you’re haven’t gotten YOUR freeze dryer yet make sure you buy it from Sophos Survival…excellent customer service!

@jdsbees3257

Жыл бұрын

I bought mine directly from Harvest Right, got a free set of trays and a $400 discount.

Excellent primer! Thanks!

I just got my new Harvest Right today! They improved the shipping so cardboard pieces never get stuck in there while shipping. Mine came with a pretty clear plastic cover. I removed to screw hose to machine.

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Happy freeze drying!

This is super helpful! Thanks for posting!

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it Sean!! 🔥

@karenvh5486

2 жыл бұрын

If you have Costco or samsclub they sometimes carry nsf stainless steel tables like this.

Can you tell me where you brought your utility cart and the dimensions, it fits your large harvest right perfectly

The was a guide to the sealer in my unit also.

Thank you!

Got the email yesterday.. it finally shipped.. more than 4 months back ordered. Nice video.. subbed.

@lynnleech4167

2 жыл бұрын

I waited 7 months - doing my bread run now :-)

Great video. I subbed and rang that bell. Can the water that drains from the drain hose be filtered through a Brita Water Pitcher for the purpose of using as drinking water.

Really well done this video thank you. One question how do you check the food for being complete by touch or do you have a tester tool?

@sophossurvival

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I don’t personally have a dryness tester, but a lot of people out there use them. I check my food by making sure each tray is completely crumbly, brittle, and a consistent “styrofoam” texture/feel. If there’s any question at all, I will add several hours of dry time.

@paparomesoutdoors711

Жыл бұрын

@@sophossurvival awesome makes sense

Do you have a link for the stainless table you have it sitting on? Thanks for the video.

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

Got it on Amazon - but you could also get something similar at a restaurant supply company. 48" x 30" NSF Stainless Steel Table, Heavy Duty Commercial Kitchen Food Prep Table & Work Table, Wheels Installable, Adjustable Shelf, by WATERJOY (Without Wheels) www.amazon.com/dp/B07LBL84DF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_Y1AAY2C46GRJBNN28KZ5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Putting mine in tomorrow. Does your NEMA plug have a GFI? I'm wiring in a dedicated circuit for it, and I wonder if it will pull enough to trip a GFI.

The seal on the vacuum pump fittings is an O ring. Tightening the brass ring tighter than hand tight is pointless.

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

As per the instructions from HR, hand-tight is suggested and should be all you need. If there is a vacuum seal issue, they tell you to tighten *VERY SLIGHTLY* with channel locks or equivalent.

What are the measurements of your table top?

What brand of cart is the freeze drier sitting on in this video? Where can we order one?

@sophossurvival

Жыл бұрын

Got it on amazon... www.amazon.com/dp/B07LBL84DF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_Y1AAY2C46GRJBNN28KZ5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

How did you get the freeze dryer on the table. I find I can’t pick it up.

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

Two people is ideal! They are bout 160 lbs

I noticed when you set the screen that you didn't turn the heater on. Is that supposed to be done or not?

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

Not as part of the initial setup process. You can turn it on manually to test it if you'd like though.

What's the weight of trays in large machine? (It's 741-754 for medium).

Why no telflon, pipe thread tape?

How did you get the unit off the pallet and onto the shelf?

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

They are about 160 lbs (large machines) so two people can do it fairly easily. Just be sure the table is rated for that amount of weight.

Did you lift it onto the shelf by yourself?

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

No, I wish I could! It's about 160 lbs (large machine) so two people can do it fairly easily.

My harvest right is in the garage, and it's very hot. 88 degrees. It's taking a very long time to freeze. Over 12 hours. Is this ok?

@sophossurvival

11 ай бұрын

Should be ok, but they definitely don’t work as efficiently when they are in hot environments. Your entire cycle will probably take longer, but should finish just fine

@a.m.6499

11 ай бұрын

@@sophossurvival why can't it be outside.

Where can I find that table you're using?

@concerned_2023

Жыл бұрын

U-Line

@sophossurvival

Жыл бұрын

Got it on amazon! www.amazon.com/dp/B07LBL84DF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_Y1AAY2C46GRJBNN28KZ5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

why is there plastic sheet on the door?

@ginglyjoe2659

2 жыл бұрын

Protect from scratching plexiglass when shipping

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

Protect the plexi from scratching. I left it on to protect it from me! :)

What is the best room temperature for freeze drying?

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

Typically the cooler the better, but you don't want it to be freezing. 60-70 degrees is optimal.

My pump stopped working recently. Ordered a new pump...smh

@katk3609

2 жыл бұрын

Ugh that sucks!!! Was it covered under the warranty?

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

BUMMER!!

How much is the machine?

@ginglyjoe2659

2 жыл бұрын

If you’re in Canada 5k about 3,500US I think

@sophossurvival

2 жыл бұрын

They are on sale right now! sophossurvival.com/product/harvest-right-home-freeze-dryer-large/

Can you NAME some of t h e online /Facebook/Mewe groups you mentioned to????

I would be interested in knowing how your Harvest Right is holding up? We paid over $4500 and it’s been down for over 10 months now it only worked for two years. I would say that that is not a good Investment I’m not picking on you or your videos. I just am so frustratedThe service from Harvest Right that we should be getting and I don’t think it’s fair for other people to buy junk.

@sophossurvival

11 ай бұрын

I’m so sorry to hear you’ve had such a bad experience getting yours fixed! That’s super frustrating. Mine is still going strong! I don’t keep mine going around the clock, but I use it pretty regularly. I had one issue where I had to update the software and another issue where I had to replace the o-ring on the demister of the vacuum pump, but both minor fixes. Hopefully you can get yours going again soon!

Had much better luck pulling the rack and cleaning the inside of the chamber and the rack before running a bread batch.

I watch this video I hated it for one reason he did not tell you what to do if something did go wrong

@sophossurvival

Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear you hated it... If something is wrong or not working with your machine, Harvest Right prefers you to call them directly and set up a service ticket. You can do this by calling or on their website.