Do I need to rotate the trays?

No. The horizontal airflow pushes heat across every tray, so all nine dry at the same rate.

Does it have a timer?

The dial model does not. You set the temperature and check doneness yourself, often around the 8-hour mark.

Can I dry jerky in it?

Yes. The thermostat reaches 165 °F, which is enough for meat jerky, and nine trays hold a large batch.

Is it dishwasher safe?

The trays and poly-screen inserts are dishwasher safe. Wipe the plastic housing by hand.

Will it work outside the US?

No. It is built for 110 V outlets, so it needs a step-down converter in 220–240 V countries.

What comes in the box?

Nine trays, the poly-screen inserts and a 24-page recipe book.

Where is the Excalibur Electric Food Dehydrator (9 Tray) cheapest?

At eBay, for $199.87, 20% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Excalibur Electric Food Dehydrator (9 Tray)?

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 42 ratings. Buyers like: Trays and plastic screens keep food from falling onto lower trays; Shelves are easy to clean; Easy to use and operate. Common complaints: Noisy when running; Made only for American voltages; not stated in item description.