Are the shelves made of pure stainless steel? Do you sell a perforated tray that fits into this model?
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You can get more product info here http://www.sausagemaker.com/32765d-5fooddehydratorwithchromeshelvesformerly32700.aspx and here are the shelves you are asking about http://www.sausagemaker.com/32730perforateddehydrationtrayford-5andd-10.aspx The model I purchased had these shelves http://www.sausagemaker.com/14stainlessteelshelfd-5d-10.aspx. I purchased mine about 2 weeks ago. I would look at the types of shelves that come with it and compare to the ones on the website above to determine what exactly you are getting and then return to Amazon if needed.
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I believe stainless steel was an option which I selected. I bought a set of 5 silicone shelf liners from Excalibur - they fit on these shelves nicely.
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Yes, the shelves are stainless. When I've completed a batch of jerky etc., I put the shelves on the top rack of the dishwasher. As far as selling the shelves, the dehydrator comes with the number of shelves that are needed for the dehydrator. I didn't see shelves for sale on Amazon, but you could call the company (there is a phone# on the brochure that comes with the dehydrator) and see if they'd sell you some additional shelves. :-)
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If you want to dehydrate something that's too small for the openings in the racks (e.g., nuts), or that might stick (e.g., the cheezy sauce coating pieces of kale for kale chips), then use baking parchment to cover the holes in the rack. Works great -- and no silicone or other questionable material touching your food. I'm able to re-use the parchment a couple of times before recycling it. You might have to flip your food for even drying, since the parchment obviously prevents air from reaching the food from both sides of the rack at once.
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Victoria, The shelves are grids, i.e. criss-crosses of metal - what metal I don't know, but I think if they were solid metal of any kind would not allow for drying. I did lots and lots of drying, especially of tomatoes, and the racks were very easily cleaned. Really like this dehydrator and feel like it will last as long as I do. Will be happy to answer more questions if you would like. Jane
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The stainless shelves have 1/4" square holes and the chromed shelves have 3/4" holes - the shelves shown in the amazon photo are the 3/4" version, therefore they are showing the chromed shelf version - an error I would say since they are reporting that they are selling stainless shelves with the smaller openings.
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The shelves are made of plastic but serve its purpose. I would have preferred metal shelves.
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The shelves are made of the same material as the rest of the baker's rack. One could go to a glass store with the dimensions but I do not know if the manufacturer of the rack sells glass inserts as accessories.
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You have a choice of chromed shelves or stainless shelves - Stainless is much more expensive but lasts forever. The entire dehydrator is stainless with the exception of the handle on the door - it appears to be chromed steel, but could be stainless - I'm not a metallurgist so I can't say for sure. Great unit tho - Can't go wrong if you use a dehydrator a lot.
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Take a close look at the entire description. Sometimes it's the depth, # of shelves, with or without casters, or co. Also look closely at the material its made from. I noticed the same when I was "looking". Also, occasionally, the photo does not match. :-)
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Yes! Good quality stainless rack too.. better than what you find at a hardware store..
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Hello, Yes the shelves are plastic. I have used them several times now and am very pleased with them. I put them in the dish washer 5 on top and 5 on the bottom on quick wash, and they work fine. I hope this was helpful. Rocky
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Only the shelves. They go in very easily. I'm very happy with this purchase.
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ours were glass but note there is a very sharp edge on the stainless where the grommets insert. You will get cut if you try to lift them before inserting the grommets. I do not know if the newer version of the shelves are glass or not.
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Yes. The frame is metal and the shelves wood. I couldn't use it for my microwave because it was too small. I use it to store decorative items, etc.
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Hi Timothy,I got the shelves for my Aunt and haven't seen them. From the picture and the description, I believe the shelves are chrome. If you would like, I can ask her.Joann
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shelves appear to be made of wood. nicely finished and fit well in their positions. Very attractive overall and I highly recommend it.
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The poles and shelves are made of metal, there are some plastic frames and connection points. There are three units that I held together with tie-wraps.
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Hope this helps, for more detailed info check out TSM's webside: http://www.tsmproducts.com/D-5_Dehydrator_Stainless_Steel_Shelves.html
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The only issue is that people did not read carefully when ordering - As mentioned by other respondents you have a choice of stainless shelves or chrome - The stainless are definitely better than chrome but much more expensive. log on to www.sausagemaker.com for an online catalog where all options are clearly stated and thus make an informed decision.....Regardless of which you choose this is a great machine - Mine is going on 8 years old and has not given a moments trouble.......Merry Christmas
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Not this particular one, but a similar one, model 414061. It has a faux slate lower shelf and the doors attach either side.