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Favorite dehydrator?
#27112008 - 12/28/20 10:35 AM (3 years, 1 month ago) |
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So my trusty Nesco FD-75A dehydrator just died. It's been pretty good, but at time a little underpowered at 600w. I have a bunch of trays for it so it might make sense to get the same model as the higher wattage ones use larger incompatible trays... But that higher wattage would be really nice.
Do any of you have a favorite dehydrator or any recommendations?
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An harvest right freeze dryer is where you wanna go. Taste and nutrients preserved. Have you ever considered freeze drying? VERY expensive. But Space mushrooms..
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I’m looking at a mono tub that’s hopefully a week away from fruiting and wondering the same thing.
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TigerStrike said: An harvest right freeze dryer is where you wanna go. Taste and nutrients preserved. Have you ever considered freeze drying? VERY expensive. But Space mushrooms..
Hmmm, yeah sounds kinda expensive. The max I want to spend is $150. Unless there is one out there I absolutely have to have. I pretty much run the thing 24h a day with the amount of Lions Mane I've been putting through it. The 600w model I had sometimes had a hard time getting the lower trays to dehydrate, so thats why I'm leaning towards the more powerful one.
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I think ya might like this one mate
https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/cabelas-10-tray-deluxe-dehydrator
900W and right at the cutoff for your price range at $149.99
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: NickShade] 1
#27112175 - 12/28/20 12:21 PM (3 years, 1 month ago) |
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My favorite one is one that costs less than $8 at a thrift store. Purchased all my dehydrators there. My current one costs $90 on amazon, got it for $7. So many people buy dehydrators thinking they’re going to use them a lot, use them once or twice, then they end up in the garage for a year before being donated, so they’re pretty much always basically new
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: Greens21]
#27114479 - 12/29/20 03:35 PM (3 years, 30 days ago) |
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I just stopped by the local Goodwill, unfortunately no dehydrators. Looks like I'll be ordering one pretty soon here.
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My favorite dehydrator is one packed to the brim
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Does the nesco just not turn on when you plug it in?
The thermal fuse probably blew. You can replace it fairly easily. You can determine that it's the thermal fuse by taking it apart and wiring the fan directly and seeing if the fan will run. Then it's a real good chance its the thermal fuse. If you have a multimeter you can also verify if the fuse is working after removal.
I just replaced mine. Got 5 fuses for like $10 with shipping costs. I have the exact same model as you. The only difference is the way my fuse was attached, probably just how the newer models are. I purchased it in 2018. Mine was just wrapped underneath the rivets unlike the video where there is a couple small clamps attached to the rivets. I was still able to remove it with a flathead screwdriver and was able to get my new one in pretty easily.
It's possible my new fuse may burn out quickly. I don't know. It's been running a few hours now since the fix. Even if it does, I have 4 more fuses to work with and it isn't that difficult to take the thing apart. You just need a phillips screwdriver. Just take a picture of the wiring after you cut the cable ties.
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: sh4d0ws]
#27114575 - 12/29/20 04:32 PM (3 years, 30 days ago) |
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I use a Hamilton Beach that I can add or remove racks in. I've dried quite a bit over the years with it. Works for me. But its not anything fancy. You can also purchase extra racks separately. Alas, it is only 500 watts. But man it sure does work great for LOADS of cubes.
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PitcherCrab said: I just stopped by the local Goodwill, unfortunately no dehydrators. Looks like I'll be ordering one pretty soon here.
If you’re definitely going to need a dehydrator in the next few days, then yeah, ordering one is your best bet. But if you won’t need it until the end of a grow in a few weeks or more, keep checking thrift stores when it’s convenient and not way out of your way. A dehydrator could literally be put on the shelf every 20 minutes and you wouldn’t know if you didn’t check. I’ve never needed to buy a new dehydrator though I have had to visit the thrift stores several times before one popped up before. As long as it’s not way out of your way (I drive past two on my way to work), a few trips is well worth the $80+ you’ll save.
Also, check Craigslist, offerup/letgo, Facebook groups, even eBay. All will be more expensive than a thrift store but significantly cheaper than buying new while most will be basically new.
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: Greens21]
#27114650 - 12/29/20 05:20 PM (3 years, 30 days ago) |
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: mushhead]
#27114714 - 12/29/20 06:14 PM (3 years, 30 days ago) |
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I own two 9 tray excaliburs
They are pretty pricey but if you don't have time to build your own DIY dehydrator they are pretty kick ass.
The 160L from cabelas seems like a better deal when it's on sale though
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: sh4d0ws]
#27114759 - 12/29/20 06:57 PM (3 years, 30 days ago) |
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sh4d0ws said: Does the nesco just not turn on when you plug it in?
The thermal fuse probably blew. You can replace it fairly easily. You can determine that it's the thermal fuse by taking it apart and wiring the fan directly and seeing if the fan will run. Then it's a real good chance its the thermal fuse. If you have a multimeter you can also verify if the fuse is working after removal.
I just replaced mine. Got 5 fuses for like $10 with shipping costs. I have the exact same model as you. The only difference is the way my fuse was attached, probably just how the newer models are. I purchased it in 2018. Mine was just wrapped underneath the rivets unlike the video where there is a couple small clamps attached to the rivets. I was still able to remove it with a flathead screwdriver and was able to get my new one in pretty easily.
It's possible my new fuse may burn out quickly. I don't know. It's been running a few hours now since the fix. Even if it does, I have 4 more fuses to work with and it isn't that difficult to take the thing apart. You just need a phillips screwdriver. Just take a picture of the wiring after you cut the cable ties.
Yeah, it just doesn’t turn on when I plug it in. I’ve been running it at the lowest setting pretty much 24/7 drying Lions Mane and switched it up to dry some orange slices. I think the increased heat threw it for a loop and it stopped functioning. I’ll definitely check out the fuse situation it would be great to not have to buy a new one. I got mine back in 2009, so perhaps it has the old arrangement like yours. I’ve been hemming and hawing about getting the 1000w model, but haven’t bought it yet because the trays aren’t compatible. Thanks for the tip!
What kind/size fuse did you buy for yours?
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sh4d0ws said: I own two 9 tray excaliburs
They are pretty pricey but if you don't have time to build your own DIY dehydrator they are pretty kick ass.
The 160L from cabelas seems like a better deal when it's on sale though
That 160L Cabela looks glorious... a little more than I want to spend though!
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: sh4d0ws]
#27114855 - 12/29/20 07:52 PM (3 years, 30 days ago) |
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I was gifted a 9-tray Excalibur for Christmas, and am loving it so far. It's a huge upgrade from the dehydrator I used to use, where all the racks stacked one on top of another. It's much more convenient to have the racks slide out independently, especially if you're dehydrator multiple varieties.
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Presto is what I got. Ol reliable. Cheap, not overkill, does the job overnight, efficient.
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#27114928 - 12/29/20 08:43 PM (3 years, 30 days ago) |
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window screens and a space heater.
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So, yours may have a different type of fuse in it but I doubt it. The easiest thing to do is to open it up and read the label on the fuse itself. If you follow the youtube video for taking it apart it's not too difficult (although I had taken mine apart before I found the youtube video, so if you're handy at all you can probably manage without it)
The fuse in mine was labelled sf139e 142°C
Here's a link to the same seller/listing that I purchased from. The only thing is it took about 30 days to reach me from China with holidays and all. I'm in Canada though. So if you are needing to dehydrate a harvest soon you may still need to find another dehydrator
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/5Pcs-NEC-Microtemp-Thermal-Fuse-142-TF-Cutoff-15A-250V-SF139E/170855711366?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649
If yours has the small clamps on each end of the rivets between which the fuse is set (check the youtube video for more info) then yours will actually probably be easier to fix. The fuses I purchased are almost too short with the newer method they use where they just wrap the fuse around the rivet itself. I still managed to make it work though. Since yours is from 2009 it is probably like the video. If you do have the kind without the little clamp pieces I can take pictures for you if it helps. If you have the same setup as the video, you can just pry the clamps apart carefully and then use pliers to clamp the new fuse in place when you get it.
Mines been running about 8 hours now with no issue 
edit: fixed the fuse #
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: RhYzo]
#27114951 - 12/29/20 09:01 PM (3 years, 30 days ago) |
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RhYzo said: Presto is what I got. Ol reliable. Cheap, not overkill, does the job overnight, efficient.
Yeah, I was looking at this one... I wonder if the tray size is the same as the one I’m having issues with. I already have 11 trays and it would be super nice to be able to use them with whatever I figure out as a replacement.
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sh4d0ws said: So, yours may have a different type of fuse in it but I doubt it. The easiest thing to do is to open it up and read the label on the fuse itself. If you follow the youtube video for taking it apart it's not too difficult (although I had taken mine apart before I found the youtube video, so if you're handy at all you can probably manage without it)
The fuse in mine was labelled sf169e 142°C
Here's a link to the same seller/listing that I purchased from. The only thing is it took about 30 days to reach me from China with holidays and all. I'm in Canada though. So if you are needing to dehydrate a harvest soon you may still need to find another dehydrator
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/5Pcs-NEC-Microtemp-Thermal-Fuse-142-TF-Cutoff-15A-250V-SF139E/170855711366?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649
If yours has the small clamps on each end of the rivets between which the fuse is set (check the youtube video for more info) then yours will actually probably be easier to fix. The fuses I purchased are almost too short with the newer method they use where they just wrap the fuse around the rivet itself. I still managed to make it work though. Since yours is from 2009 it is probably like the video. If you do have the kind without the little clamp pieces I can take pictures for you if it helps. If you have the same setup as the video, you can just pry the clamps apart carefully and then use pliers to clamp the new fuse in place when you get it.
Mines been running about 8 hours now with no issue 
This is awesome. Thanks for the info! I’ll definitely be trying this out and will report back. Getting a fuse sooner than 30 days would be nice, I don’t have anything specific to harvest soon, but I am running a continuous flush Lions Mane grow where I have a ton of cutoffs to dehydrate each week, otherwise I just compost them. So sooner is better. I may just fix my old one and buy a new one so I can run 2 dehydrators.
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Yeah two is always nice. I run my two excaliburs and the nesco still and still wish I had more room. 
I messed up the fuse # in my previous message, I edited it, but the one in your quote is wrong. It's not sf169e its sf139e
I did actually find some on amazon but they were outrageously expensive, not worth it so I went with ebay/china
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: sh4d0ws]
#27115270 - 12/30/20 12:30 AM (3 years, 29 days ago) |
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Word! Thanks for letting me know. What's the deal with the Excaliburs? Are they worth the $200?
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I built mine using a 20" box fan. Holds a ton. Will post a pic later when I get home.
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Mine is 8' x 2.5'. Has 2 sections, 2 brick heaters, 2 box fans, 11 trays, holds approximately 2 lbs dry.
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I would love to see your photos. I have a 20" box fan just doing nothing I could convert into a dehydrator potentially.
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idk if its worth the $200 PitcherCrab, but it looks like it'll do a fine job. I don't have the ability to facilitate construction products so I am kind of forced to purchase prebuilt systems or I would just build a bulk dehydrator. I've seen some great designs, simple to, but I don't have the space. I got the Dehydro from presto because its super small, dries my fruits fairly quickly, and hasn't given me any trouble. If you're stuck with limited space, the dehydro wont do you wrong.
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: mushhead] 1
#27116229 - 12/30/20 12:45 PM (3 years, 29 days ago) |
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I’m really happy with our cabelas 12 tray, we use it a lot not just for mushrooms.
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Just got my replacement fuses today, I tested it with a multimeter and it seems that was the issue. I'm going to install a new one tomorrow and will post an update with my results.
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I have a 12 tray cabelas unit. If anything I just wish it was bigger lol. Worth every penny. I will need a bigger unit soon although it can handle up to like 2lb (dry) if crammed to the gills. I would reccomend these to anybody running monotubs. The designs with rear mounted elements and fans are just more well suited tp handle the job. Bottom mounts burn out from debris. Most top mounts are not particularly large enough for bulk from what I've seen. Gotta look at the 160L units, not sure how big this 12 tray actually is.
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: Failboat]
#27129720 - 01/06/21 05:29 AM (3 years, 22 days ago) |
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Favorite? Excalibur COMM2 2-zone. Doesn't matter that I have never been in the same room with such a beauty it's still my favorite. Costs more than a new Hyundai lol.

You could try to home brew a similar design for optimum drying. Thing is like 5000 watts or something lol.
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Looks like ot would make body disposal, light work... some might call that joke... dry.
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Professor X said: Mine is 8' x 2.5'. Has 2 sections, 2 brick heaters, 2 box fans, 11 trays, holds approximately 2 lbs dry.
Yeah, dude, post pics of this! I'm still using an old Nesco but wanna build one myself.
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: Failboat]
#27130573 - 01/06/21 02:00 PM (3 years, 22 days ago) |
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Alright, update on my Nesco FD-75A. As per sh4d0ws recommendation, I bought some SF139E 142C 10A 250V fuses off the Amazon store for $7 and installed one. Dehydrator is up and working again!
And thanks everyone for the recommendations. I'll be looking into a Cabela 80L or 160L as an upgrade at some point, but I'm going to use this Nesco as long as I can. I'm stoked I only needed to spend $7 instead of $100+ (Or $400 for the Cabela!).
I did an alright job of installing the fuse... I busted one because when I was soldering it I let it heat up too much, but I had better luck with the second one. So if anyone does this in the future just make sure you are careful with the soldering, oh and also detach the wiring from the top side so you can get at the fuse more easily, I didn't do that the first time around and bent some of the crappy silvered cardboard the heating coils are attached to. Doesn't seem to matter now that its assembled again, but I would've preferred a cleaner fix.
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Never added a heat source as it was in my grow room. Changed spaces so I'm using an excalibur now. I would just load it to the tits,and turn the fan on low and leave it for days. The trays are 20"×20" furnace filters with some window screen material on top,. Check every now and again. Basically cracker dry. Load up a tote with all the fruits and some desiccant for a day and those are as dry as can be.

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BLINKfan420 said: I use a Hamilton Beach that I can add or remove racks in. I've dried quite a bit over the years with it. Works for me. But its not anything fancy. You can also purchase extra racks separately. Alas, it is only 500 watts. But man it sure does work great for LOADS of cubes.
Hamilton Beach dehydrator on Amazon
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I have a few of these. The first one I got died in the first month and they sent me a free replacement. I though the unit out but kept the extra trays. When I have huge flushes at the same time, I run both dehydrators in a small sealed room. With all trays filled, I then use a hanging cannabis drying rack with a fan below blowing up. Throw in a dehumidifier if possible. With both machines running in a small room will raise them temp over a 100 degrees. This will dry out the surplus in the net 75 %, so when the round in the dehydrator is ready, the next round is ready to go. You can add way more, and the time to finish is a fraction of the time of the first round.
I can process 3-4 lbs (dry) this way at a time with minimal space and equipment. But the smell is stinky. Run some scented wall outlet things to help.
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: Failboat]
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Lol its a bit slow but it holds a ton.
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Quit messing with small dehydrators and build a room
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Re: Favorite dehydrator? [Re: Stuey1]
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How would you build a room sized dehydrator??
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MLPismyOPSEC
That One Ponyfucker


Registered: 11/13/18
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I've also got two 9-tray Excaliburs (2900ECB to be exact), and personally they are definitely worth the money. Can fit 1600-2000g wet in them which is plenty enough for a lot of people. I do also own a Cabela's 160L unit, and i implore you to go see it in person before making a decision. The thing is absolutely fucking retarded huge. Interior volume of the Excalibur is roughly 1960 sq. in. while interior volume of the Cabela's is 8925 sq. in. which is 4.6 times bigger. If you need the volume, it's 100% worth it, but just go check it out in person first.
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PitcherCrab
Crescent Fresh



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Where do they sell the Cabela’s in person? If I were to get one I’d be getting the 80L.
-------------------- PC's LAGM 2021 (TOC & TWC)P. natalensis Growlog 2021Pans for PC Fall 2021 Growlog “I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.” - Bene Gesserit Litany Against Fear
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MLPismyOPSEC
That One Ponyfucker


Registered: 11/13/18
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I really wanted to be a smartass with my answer, but after checking, it seems it's not carried in-store in my state or the surrounding states! So i guess best thing i can do (and i should have done this in my previous post) is post these pics. My Excalibur alongside the 160L. I'd assume the 80L is the same thing, just half the height. Pics don't do it justice, it's bigger than a mini fridge.
Exterior dimensions are roughly 20" W x 25" D x 39" H. Interior dimensions are roughly 17" x 21" x 25". Also the manual says you need a least 12" of open space all the way around the unit for heat exhaust, so no tucking it in a corner!

Edited by MLPismyOPSEC (01/12/21 06:02 PM)
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PitcherCrab
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Yup! Thats quite the beast you've got there!
-------------------- PC's LAGM 2021 (TOC & TWC)P. natalensis Growlog 2021Pans for PC Fall 2021 Growlog “I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.” - Bene Gesserit Litany Against Fear
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Sold Out Online
Stranger Danger



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Just ordered up the same Nesco based on size, price, and now - repairability!
Thanks cult bros!
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Threads that have been useful to me: Clean Spawn checklist for new growers
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Bonehead


Registered: 11/14/22
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All this talk about wattage? My Nesco is only 425 watts but heats to (non-adjustable) 180-degrees. Isn't this too hot? I haven't used it on mushrooms yet (only apples) but 180 seems awfully hot. What is the upper limit without damaging the little critters?
-------------------- "Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning." - Albert Einstein
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