How to choose a dryer for fruit

The acquisition of a fruit dryer will enjoy the taste of fruit all year round. At the same time, they practically do not lose their useful properties. Among a wide variety of fruit dryers are not difficult not to be confused, so in this article we will try to figure out which fruit dryer is better and how to choose a suitable model.

Fruit dryer performance principle

Drying or dryer for fruits is called the device, the main task of which is to remove excess moisture from fruit. We offer to consider the principle of the electric dryer for fruits.

It consists of:

• electric motor;
• plastic pallets;
• covers.

At the bottom of the dryer, the electric motor is located, and from above - pallets covered with a lid through which air leaves. Due to the presence of the engine, the air flow of a certain power is created, which gradually dries fruit.

Some models suggest more than twenty pallets to dry a large quantity of fruit. There is also the possibility of acquiring a dryer, which dries not only fruits, as well as vegetables and berries.

The electric dryer works quite quietly, almost silently. It is pretty compact and easily placed in the most small corner of the room. In the process of operation of this device, a very tasty fragrance of fruits or vegetables, which are located in it are highlighted.

In accordance with the juit and sizes of fruit, there are different drying modes. For some fruits, just four hours are enough, while others require more than twenty.

The main rule of obtaining quality products is the correct adjustment of temperature and air flow. If the temperature is too high, then the fruit is spinning and fit, and if the wind is too strong - then the air will not save fruit from moisture.

Trays are transparent or white, mainly they are made of plastic. Transparent trays allow you to keep track of the drying process. In principle, on the quality of work, the color of the trays is not reflected in any way. The number of trays most of the most popular dryers varies from three to five. Dryers have a container from 6 to 12 liters.

Advantages of using fruit dryers

There is an opinion that it is much easier to make dried fruit using oven or other devices, for example, gauze. But to guess the exact temperature and the necessary air flow is very difficult. Especially, if in the summer to cut the fruit with pieces and leave on the table, then a large number of flies and other insects are guaranteed to you.

Therefore, it is much easier to give preference to the dryer for fruits, which will cope with its responsibilities qualitatively and quickly.

We offer to consider the main advantages of fruit dryers:

1. Buying this device will significantly save money. First, buy fruit in the summer and dry them - much cheaper than buying such dried fruits in winter. Secondly, if we compare the drying of fruits with their conservation, then it is not necessary to spend money on banks, covers, spices, etc.
2. Dried fruits are stored almost to their complete use. If you compare their shelf life with fresh fruit, then dried, of course, exceed the latter. Such fruits and even vegetables, if you follow the rules of their storage, are able to flee the year or more.
3. In the manufacture of dried fruits of own production, product quality is guaranteed. Unlike shopping drying, which often add spoiled products.
4. Some models allow you to dry not only vegetable products, but even meat or fish.
5. Dried fruits retain all useful properties, so it is much better to use the dryer than the freezer.
   
6. The fruit dryer consumes very little electricity, although it has high performance.
7. Dried fruits are stored in a dark dry place, while the place in the refrigerator is saved.

The benefits of drought fruit

The use of dried fruits enriches the human body with useful vitamins and minerals. This is especially true of those fruits, as you are sure. To stabilize iron and increase the level of hemoglobin, it is enough to eat five pieces of kuragi per day.

Home dried fruits made in the dryer are characterized by the absence of stabilizers and carcinogens. With their drying, some vitamins, of course, are not preserved, but substances, such as iron, magnesium and calcium - remain.

Dried fruit is added to salads, compotes are booked, used in baking and eat in raw form.

To stabilize the condition of the body, it is recommended to eat prunes, dates and raisins daily.

Also, dried fruits are used to prepare sweets, they have a fat burning effect, therefore are permitted in a large number of diets.

The main types of fruit dryers

In accordance with the principle of work, fruit dryers are divided into:

• infrared;
• electric.

Infrared fruit dryer is characterized by a higher cost compared to electric. The principle of operation of this device consists in absorbing moisture by infrared rays, therefore the drying process occurs at sufficiently low temperatures. The work of such a dryer is quite intense, taste, color and form of the fetus are practically not changed, and vitamins are saved to 91%. With low power consumption, the drying process occurs perfectly.

Fruit dryer Electric or convection dries fruits with hot air convection. With this drying process, the gradual release of moisture occurs, so fruit is deformed, there is a change in taste and a large number of vitamins are lost. The only advantage of such a dryer is an affordable cost.

Recommendations for choosing a dryer for fruit

1. To buy a dryer for fruits, contact any electrical engineering store for home.
2. The price of fruit dryers depends on such factors: power, number of trays, functionality, manufacturer.
3. If the financial question is not so important, it is better to pay attention to infrared dryers, they dried better and maintain more vitamins.
4. Inspect all the details - they must be integer, and plastic should not be smell.
5. The recommended number of trays is at least 4-5 pcs. If the trays are smaller, then the fruit will have to harvest for a very long time, the amount of electricity consumed will increase.
6. If the dryer is used in the household, choose the device whose power does not exceed 450 W.
7. It is better to give preference to transparent pallets to facilitate the process of observing drying.
8. Depending on the material from which the dryer housing is made, they are metallic and plastic. The second option is more preferable, since the metal is heavier than plastic, quickly heats up and is difficult.
9. Try to choose models in which there is a function of automatic shutdown dryer during overheating.
   
10. Depending on the type of control, dryers are automatic or manual. It is better to give preference to the button variant, as it is most convenient.
11. Pay attention to the warranty period of the dryer for fruit - than it is more, the better the products, since only the seller, confident in its product, will establish a long warranty period.
12. Follow such an indicator as the depth of the tray, as large fruits or mushrooms are better not to grind too much, and they should be placed well in the tray.
13. There are models in which the temperature is controlled automatically, and some dryers have a certain number of temperature adjustment modes.
14. The presence of a thermostat, timer, protection against overheating and cold air mode will only bring convenience and comfort to use the dryer.

Tips for using fruit dryers in everyday life

1. If the trays have holes, then small pieces of fruit or berries with ease through them will fall out. Therefore, it is recommended to choose trays in which the grid is very thick, or dryers with additional grids.
2. It is recommended to start the drying process at high temperature, and finish on low.
3. The less time it takes the drying process, the more vitamins will continue in the products.
4. If the drying process lasts a long time - periodically change the location of the containers.
5. Dry fruit separately from fish, meat or mushrooms, as the smells in the process are still mixed with each other.

Review of manufacturers of fruit dryers and their characteristics

1. Tefal-DF1008 fruit dryer allows not only to dry vegetables and fruits, but also with ease will prepare a shelter. It is an electric dryer, with a capacity of 525 W. The housing is made of a combination of plastic and glass. There is an automatic shutdown function. It has five trays and mechanical control. Works in three temperature modes. Warranty period - one year. Additional features: the ability to adjust the temperature mode, hot air circulates in active mode, the housing has thermal insulation, there is a flexible stand, which is used during drying components with a large moisture content.
2. Dryer for fruit SUPRA Chinese production, consider the most popular DFS211 model. The housing is completely plastic. Type of dryer - electric. The presence of protection against overheating. There are five fruit trays. It has mechanical control. It is possible to adjust the temperature. Warranty period - one year.
3. Ezidri fruit dryer is one of the most popular dryers in the world. Electric dryers have a directional air flow, the temperature of which is adjusted manually. Each model is characterized by the presence of a quality mark, and this indicates a high reliability of its work. Ezidri Ultra FD1000 dryer allows you to dry fruits, berries, mushrooms, meat, fish, greens, as well as spices and medicinal plants. Temperature adjustment is carried out using special operating modes. The dryer has high power and quickly copes with a large amount of work. The equipment includes: the recipe book, five trays, a mesh sheet and a design for the preparation of grasses, instruction manual, a book with recipes. Features: The maximum number of trays is thirty pieces, power on a passport of 1 kW, the operating power of 0.5 kW, made of food polypropylene, the maximum load is 25 kg, has a double degree of protection. Warranty period - two years.
   
4. The Ezidri SnackMaker FD 500 dryer is optimal worth among this kind of models. It assumes the installation of the maximum fifteen trays. Passport power 0.5 kW, and working - 0.3 kW. It has three temperature modifications. Made of food polypropylene. Characterized by the presence of double protection. Dry fish, meat, mushrooms, floppy, fruits, vegetables, berries, greens and spices. The maximum weight of the products that are placed in this model is 10 kg.
5. Ezidri Classik FD 300 dryer has vertical air convection. This model is the simplest of the above, therefore it has a minimum cost. It is characterized by the presence of only one temperature regime. Consists of four trays. An maximum of ten trays is possible. Made of food polypropylene. The warranty period is one year. The maximum load is 8 kg.
6. Maxwell MW3852 is used for drying fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, berries, flowers, medicinal plants, herbs. It is characterized by the presence of a built-in thermostat. It has a natural air convention, so products that are located in the lower trays dry over a shorter period of time than those that are from above. So that all the ingredients seek well, they should periodically change them.
7. The Polish Zelmer FD 1000 dryer has a power of 0.52 kW. The housing is completely plastic. The presence of two levels of power adjustment. Manual is controlled. There is protection against overheating. Warranty period - 12 months. Possible installation of four compartments.