The NEW Harvestright Freeze Dryer Oil Filter!
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- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- Harvestright answered our wishes! They were kind enough to send their new oil filter system for me to share with the freeze drying community. This is a big step up from the old Harvey style filter that we have all had experience with. This is Harvestright's own design equipped with a date marker, ML marks on the container, a handy concave reservoir that oil can be drained directly into, a pour spout with lid and enough room in most cases for oil storage of 2 vacuum pump oil changes. The new system is shipping with all new freeze dryers and also available for purchase in the accessories.
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My filter didn't come with instructions but came with the freeze dryer
Have been using the filter picture from HR . Have run over 60 filtered runs thru the original filter. This filter is still doing a great job. I change oil every run now. After each run there is made .2 of a ounce of water in top of filter after going thru. Take a couple sheets of toilet paper clean that out and dump in trash it ‘s all water. Very little junk. The oil in bottom is completely free off all water and very clear. Take Oil from bottom pour in original quart which came with machine. Recycle oil over and over. The new hose only keeps water into oil to a very little each run. Just got in habit to change oil each cycle. No Error yet up to 70 cycles done now. My option this picture filter works great and just bought
Replacement filters for it. Bill
Yes, I have been using the HR pitcher. My oil changes are few and far between with the premier, but I have never changed the filter. In fact, I purchased a few quarts of oil about a year ago and have just been filtering 2 of 3 for this whole time.
I love your videos they have helped me so much and I haven't even got my machine yet. I was scared and now I feel a little bit more comfortable just from what you've shown me thanks..
That's great to hear. You can do it!
So glad you told us it took 5 hours. I put my oil in the filter and nothing... Now I know to be patient.
Same. I was like, how long does this take? 🧐
I just ordered the freeze dryer through your link, I ordered the medium size with the smaller pump, hopefully I am able to upgrade to a different pump later but it’s all I could afford at the moment. I am so excited to be able to patronize you and your channel and just wanted to share the good news with you!
got my freeze dryer in 2023 it is the new pro style medium with 5 trays. and it comes with the larger vacuume hose. so you might want to update your information.
I got my new oil filter about 2 weeks ago and didn't get any instructions and the gal gave me instructions over the phone and email me a set so I could print them out. It really works easier than the old one. Thanks for showing this to everyone.
Mine came with no directions. No paperwork with the filter. Thank you for the videos.
I love all your videos! You do a fantastic job in explaining everything and showing the successes and failures. thank you very much!
I’m glad I didn’t run out and get a Britta while I was waiting for my FD delivery; this is the filter they sent me. Fantastic channel, thank you for your great content. I used your affiliate link to order filter replacements.
Just ordered a large dryer on 12/31/22. This filter comes with it. Additionally, I ordered an extra pack of oil (2 quarts), but extra filters were out of stock.
I did see a video on a recirculating filtration system that operates while the pump is on. Interesting build for heavy users!
Thats the one that came with my unit!
@@noname-qz5gr About a month ago.
Does the new filter work well? And how much are the replacement filters.
@@jameshuett2559 Unfortunately we don't have the room set up for our machine so I have not even tried it out yet!
Thank you for saying it took 5 hours to filter- my first time filtering took maybe 3 minutes- had not pushed the filter in enough. Also for mentioning hose- ordered one today .
I’ve had good results using 2 used disposable face masks but this is much more refined than the cotton ball and coffee filter they were sending when I bought mine. A very nice upgrade.
i purchased extra filters with my new freeze dryer
If Harvest Right was trying to improve their machine, they’d do something about that pathetically designed, floppy drain hose!
I just changed the oil in mine for the first time, after batch number 7, it really didn’t look like it needed to be changed, it barely had any color. Thank You for another excellent, informative video, haven’t tried my gray dividers yet, but they look like they’ll be a great addition to my freeze drying kit!❤😊
Yes, the hose needs some upgrades. If you have a premier pump, you can usually get away with 25 cycles before filtering.
Thanks for step by step and info!
Thank you for the video
Filter works awesome.. how many batches per oil change and how many times can you filter and refilter the used oil?
I love it! RTFM Someone had to say it!
Big Thanks for your podcasts
I got the new filter with my unit month ago, came with the larger hose. The new HR filter won't fit my Britta pitcher Britta has slots that would prevent it from going all the way in. There is a plastic rib that guides the Britta filter in. BUT looks like if you got a hack saw and cut off half of the down shaft it should allow the new filter to fit.
‼🛑‼CHECK YOUR VACUUM HOSE WHEN BUYING A NEW HARVEST RIGHT!! Thank you Brian for some great videos. We bought our Harvest Right a month ago, ran 8 batches with no problems. On the ninth batch the vacuum would not drop enough to enter the dry cycle. "Oh, no a vacuum leak already??" Called Harvest Right customer support (CS) and after trying several suggestions, the last ditch effort was to drain and flush the pump by following the instructions they emailed me (Flushing instructions are not in the owners manual or the manual for the pump). Draining and flushing the pump worked and the vacuum draws down well below the 500mTorr needed. But, I wondered why the pump needed to be drained and flushed after only eight batches when the manual says after 20-25. I just happened to watch your video today and caught what you said about the smaller size hose that the newer units are sold with and the issue of condensation and water getting into the pump with the older style hose. Hmm. Our freeze dryer was manufactured in October 2021, but came with the larger, older style hose. I called Harvest Right and explained that our new unit came with the older style hose. They were surprised and said that shouldn't be. They suggested I order the smaller hose or call the dealer we purchased it from (Tractor Supply Co.) to see if they had possibly enclosed a hose from an older unit by mistake. Tractor Supply said I received everything that came with it from Harvest Right. However, the Tractor Supply manager told me to go ahead and purchase the correct hose for the unit from Harvest Right and he would reimburse me for the cost. Kudos to Tractor Supply! That's customer service! So the newer style smaller hose is on the way. Thanks for pointing that out Brian!
Just got ours and we have the old style hose too. We also purchased at TS. ... hope they offer a reimbursement.
I just received my FD 2 weeks ago and it came with old filter. I will be purchasing this filter.
Take out their batting. Put a basket-type coffee filter or two on the bottom of the upper level you took their batting out, and then jam in cotton. I used cotton balls from the dollar store. You want them in tight so there are no direct channels down. Then reassemble. Works well -- my oil is pristine. Fod longer use get a baster and suck it the sludge and water that collects at the sides and corners at the top.
Mine has been working for about a year now and I am going to change the cotton out shortly. I have an old standard and I filter after every use to keep the pump healthy (and while the unit is defrosting)
Great video, you make our FD experience very easy thanks a lot brother!
Glad to help!
I got my filter last week. No instructions came with it. I set the filter in and poured the oil in. 12 hours later not a drop of oil. What am I missing?
Lol 😂 Thanks ! You beat me too it
me too!
Same here - 24 hours later not a drop has filtered through - was there a piece of tape covering the filter part that I overlooked? This is bizarre and frustrating. Also, I found the slim design of a water pitcher to not be conducive for this purpose - it is so top-heavy when full of oil (that doesn't filter fast, like water would) that it tipped over TWICE all over the floor. WHATTA MESS. Use caution, super easy to have it teeter over if you just bump it.
I liked the old "Henry" type with cotton fiber and not the mattress fill. I think it filters faster than 5 hours too. I have an older machine.
I had ordered and have the smaller diameter hose and I could not get to a sufficient level of dryness. While there may have been less water in the oil, there was more in the food. I have an old "standard" pump from before the days of alternatives.
Ive had my medium for about a month now. All is good, would like the vacuum port moved to the rear of the unit not the side. Also would like the controller to push notifications to my phone or text me when the modes change. I know I can put a camera on it, but would be nice to bake it in the design.
Great idea for the connected world
And then offer firmware upgrades to include this connectivity.
We've talked with HR about a phone app to monitor the FD, which is not currently available. They think it is a good idea and are considering doing that. Even my washing machine has an app I can monitor on my phone to let me know the wash cycle progress. Hope HR makes an app.
I totally agree. I had the same thoughts.
I disagree, much better on the side.
I just subbed and rang that bell. Good video. I am thinking of getting a Freeze Dryer.
Thanks for the sub!
I received my new freeze dryer 3 weeks ago, and I have the old hose.
It looks like you started this in the middle... I have read the manual twice and it is vague. You have this unhooked from the machine?? How do you run the pump for 1 minute to warm up the oil. The manual does not explain that
plug direct to wall
Not a bad video. However would be nice to know how many times the filter can be used before needing replaced. As in true harvestright fashion there website has zero info.
He covered that! It’s impossible to say how many batches one filter will clean. It WILL depend on how much water your collective batches contain. It won’t be the same for any two users. That said, perhaps he can update later with a rough estimate.
@@banjomama4714 I totally get there will be different variables. But when a company is selling $2000 plus dollar machines and puts out a product they certainly can do some R&D before trying to sell it. Always looking forward to more vids
Sweet! Ordered.. thx for the info & demo!
Thank you for explaining this to this newbie. I'm so excited to get started. Question: What cart/shelf do you use?
I have used a few different ones. I started with a rolling cart from harbor freight and now use stainless steel prep tables. They come in all different sizes and they are extremely durable.
Thanks for the video! Very helpful!!
Do you know if the new filter will fit into a brita?
That is the question I was going to ask!
I was also going to ask. Seems soo much easier than the toilet paper. And better cleaning!
I would like to know too!
My question also.
I got my FD last month and it came with the 2 clean plastic containers connected on top of each other.
Mine didn’t come with the pillow.
Definitely need the Britta style filter.
I always read the instructions, sadly mine didn't come with any. Although it is a huge improvement from the original oil filter, it is narrow and easily tippable. Has anyone checked to see if the HR filters will fit the Brita pitcher? Brita pitcher is much more stable (wider base) in my opinion.
I just purchased a new machine, manufactured in May 2022, and with the premier pump and was supplied with the larger diameter clear vacuum hose. So this info is outdated in the video, apparently they went back to the larger hose. Also I read in the manual that for the standard pump, filter the oil every 4-5 batched, but it makes no mention of frequency of filtration with the premier pump.
Premier pump reccomended oil change is 20 batches. They claim 20 to 30, but a reminder pops up on mine every 20 batches.
Hmmm, The Filter unit is $40 and the 3 pack filter is $25 ---- So is this superior to the Brita/Toilet Paper process? If all things are being equal, then it likely wouldn't pay for someone to invest in $65 when they might get everything for less than $10.
well, except for all the hassle involved. I'll pay up for a system that is put together for a purpose rather than jury rigging something that I am using and depending on daily. But thats just me.
I am freeze drying candy to sell and I can do around ten batches with a normal pump before changing oil.
I just received a replacement freeze dryer and new pump they gave me the larger pump hose.
How often should oil be filtered? Yes i should read the information lol
I just got my unit last week and came with the smaller hose for the vacuum pump.
I also got this filter with it but so far the oil does not go through it.
Got the new filter a few weeks ago. Put the used oil in, and after many days, only a little water came through. The dirty oil was still left in the top. Others have said they've experienced the same problem. What did we do wrong?
I've also got the same issue. Did you ever get it resolved?
My first time filtering completely filtered in a couple of hours. Second time took over two days, it's appears that the filter clogs up easily.
considering how cheaply made the original filter was, and having bought our medium FD in March, we ought to get at least a discount on the "Real" filter. Also wonder what the USB plug next to the control readout is for, any ideas?
I saw on another channel (sorry don't remember which one) a dryer review. They had some trouble with their unit. HR sent them a 'fix' on a thumb drive. Worked great afterwards.
The USB allows you to change your software so you can program your FD with the latest versions of software that you can request from Harvest Right.
Thanks Brian for your videos! I purchased my medium sized freeze dryer in February 2020 and I got the larger size hose, but I also upgraded to the "low profile oil free pump". Should I get the thinner hose or is that just to limit condensation in the oil pumps? Thanks from a fellow FDA member
You should definitely get the thinner hose. I think they are around $10. It will keep your pump lasting longer.
Thanks for all your videos. So interesting. Do you know, or anyone else for that matter, how long the drying unit is meant to last? I think you have had your original one for 4 years now? I can't find any info on the 'shelf life' of the unit. Cheers!
Harvest Right says to NOT tip compressor forward... it will cause oil to fill the demister. The stress pump must always be kept level.
Actually their instructions are to tip it forward to drain all of the oil.
Just don't tip it forward until after most of the oil has drained.
1 cycler is a job finish or 24 hours per cycle ?
I just purchased a new harvest right but they didn’t put this item in the final invoice.
I just got mine last week and it came with this new filter, but mine came with the larger hose that he said they stopped using in 2019
@@tswag4942 I just got mine too. It came with the old hose and the old filter as well as no pillow for the door.
I have myself and 5 friends who have XL pro. We all call BS on 5 hours. I am at 24 hours and only half filtered. Very clear after filtered but recommend putting new oil in the pump and putting your 2 day filtered oil in the new oil container to use next change. No way will you be filtered on dirty oil in 5 hours. Well, unless all six of us are doing it wrong, lol! Good stuff from this channel but this has to be a mistake.
love to see more trager smoking then free drying of same..... thanks.
harvest rite seems way cheaper to buy is Australia now, but warranty is only 2 years I believe. Bummer
do you hear of many breaking down as with only 2 year warranty its a risk .
Premier pump only has a 6 month warranty from purchase date.
I purchased my Harvest Right medium TODAY. Studying the provided instructions and will be setting it up tomorrow. However, this video said to change out the vacuum line to the smaller black lines because the are better at minimizing condensation in the oil. The new unit I bought today has the larger clear hose. Are the new FD's supposed to come with the smaller black hoses or is that an upgrade? Also, please,,,how many times can you filter the oil before you toss it? Thanks.
Same, I think this is a Harvest Right issue rather than distributer. Our drain valve was also rusted and leaky. Had to run to Home Depot and get a new one. They're a little shaky in the quality control regarding what leaves their warehouse in my short experienced opinion.
I wonder if their filters fit a regular Brita pitcher.
My question too!
How often do I filter my oil is it after every freeze .
What separates the water out
How many cycles do you use filtered oil - in otherwords, at what point do you do a complete oil change? Also the Robinair oil looks very clear. As you run it through numbers of cycles does it change color - slightly? noticeably? I'm wondering when must you chuck the filtered oil and replace with new? I'm wondering about the oil breaking down and no longer protecting the pump. Thanks, looking to buy Med FD w/Prem filter this month.
There is no "clear" answer to that😂. Actually, that is the answer. The oil is good until it is no longer clear. That could be 2 times filtered or 10 times filtered
I don't know about anyone else's experience, but I filtered my oil ( first time) and it took well over 15 hrs. I watched it drip like once every 3 minutes.... way over 5 hours, maybe next time it will be faster?
The first time you filter it will take awhile for the filter to fill with oil until it starts to work
The oil that's been filtered doesn't look completely clear, more of a light amber color. Is that normal?
I just bought mine fall 2021 and got the large hose. 🤔
Great video, but I was hoping to see how you separate water from the oil. Booklet Instructions say, "Remove the water from the oil by pouring off the oil and discarding the water." I cannot visualize this process. :C. I am hoping there will not be any water in this my first filtering.
I'm getting plenty of water through the filter also (1st run). I'm going to try to freeze it and decant the oil. Water should stay frozen and hopefully adhere to the side of the pitcher. We'll see.
Just got mine, and it came with NO INSTURCTIONS
I have had oil in filter for 3 days ,it still only has half inch filtered oil,new unit that can with freeze dryer. Retired at 40 says his filtered in 5 hours.What is wrong here,bad filtered?
I don’t see anything on the affiliate Link about the new filter. Did I miss something?
There was nothing with the filter I ordered. I was about to reach out to them to ask a bunch of questions.
why do I need to filter new oil. where do you put it and how often do you change it.
so I filtered my oil and now the filter still has oil that is coming out! what do you do with the filter till you need to use it next?
The filtering process can be a slow one. I set mine on a shelf and let it do it's thing.
My brand new one filtered about 3 drops in 72 hrs so I tossed it not worth the hassel.
Mine has been in the filter for almost 8 hours and it’s not even half done …did I get a bum filter?
I feel ripped off. If the smaller hose came after 2019, the Dryer I received today was old stock because it came with the larger hose.
you didn't show the water.
My oil sitting there for over a week and never filtered any idea why?
Does it matter that the oil is still yellow (but clear)? The oil from the bottle is clear with no color.
I have the same question.
We just received our harvest right about 4 weeks ago. We did not get the new hose nor did we get the new oil filter. Feeling jilted.
The hose you did get should have a smaller diameter hole in the metal fitting on the end. I got mine in september it's the fat clear hose, it came with another clear hose similar to the drain hose, I thought it was to shove inside the vacuum hose like I've seen in some older youtube videos but there was no way that was fitting in the tiny metal hole. I did order a new black one from HR same metal fittings with the tiny hole on the ends. It doesn't hurt to have a spare. I also ordered a spare door gasket. I saw on FB someone showed pics of their broken vacuum hose. Now I'm glad I ordered a spare
Tried to find the recommended newer pump hose on HR, but could not. Any advice appreciated.
If you go to the harvestright website it under accessories
I’m guessing that the people who ordered the oil less pump, won’t need the filter.
We will need maintenance every three years or so
2022 03 05. Wow. price jump from their med. Size dryer from like 2595.00 to 2895.00 in just a couple of weeks time.. crazy.
because they've replaced the standard oil pump with the premiere oil pump.
I can’t find that filter to buy
I can’t find where to order the filter.
Is the filter part of their product compatible with the Brita pitcher that I already purchased?
I doubt it, it looks totally proprietary
Hmm I just got my freeze dryer this week and it came with that thick hose. I wonder why?
Does it have a smaller diameter insert?
@@live.life.simple. just looked at the order form. The white hose is 3/8 x 36
I'm confused. The hose is thicker than the black hose you showed. But my paperwork says 3/8" x 36"
Why didn't u show u actually draining the oil into it. That's all I wanted to see
is there a third party oil u recommend?
Robinair premium is what I use
@@live.life.simple. preciate U
Do they have an option for an inline oil filter?
No, but school reports guy added one to his. After my warranty expires, I hope to install one on mine. It would have to be much healthier for the pump.
I'm new and thinking about purchasing one but I have a lot of questions ,What type of oil is that??
If you go to his older videos he has a full video on it for all 3 different pumps!
Its vacuum pump oil. Commonly used in the HVAC trade for evacuating air conditioning units.
There's only certain types of oil recommended. The premium pump, at multiple different places they say to use only the harvest right premium vacuum pump oil. So far so good, works great. The cheapest pump you can use other alternatives. I used to use dairyland since it cleans out the pump. I have since upgraded to the premium pump since it uses less electricity and you only have to change the oil every 25-30 batches, and rach batch finishes a bit faster. It's WAY quieter too. I read up on the oiless and I saw so many people that had issues with them so I didn't go that route.
Wait, I thought you needed to put the filter in the freezer with the oil? Do you not need to do that with this set up?
While it's filtering? ... could work. I'm getting plenty of water my first run.
I bought my freeze dryer in April 2021 and it came with the clear hose. It's not black like the one your showed. I'm not sure if it's the new design or not...
We have that same hose. It is the new style that is smaller in diameter and is the same thing. You don't need a different hose.
I have a premium pump, does anyone know the recommended change intervals? Will the oil look different color when change is needed?
Eta: need to read the literature lol
It says like every 25-30 batches I believe. I've run about 7 on my new pump and the oil is still super clear. Once it starts looking a little cloudy I'd change it.
Ryan - After getting mine I found the manufacturer of the pump and called them. The guy said to change it when you see the oil getting cloudy. He said it doesn't need to be changed very often.
@@Savedbygracethroughfaith_7 thanks. Ive done about 7 as well on brand new premium pump and agree. Oil is looking clear still...
I don't know which version you have on your machine, mine is 5.05 and it pops up on the screen about every 5 batches to change the oil then at about 20 batches it says premium pump oil change
These are expensive.Specially for the replacement filters. A year ago, I got an inexpensive Brita container just like this. I got some quilting batting from walmart and wrapped it super tight. Then I placed that inside 2 coffee filters and stuck it in the filter opening. Needs to be very tight fit. It's inexpensive. Freeze the oil first and the water separates and sinks to the bottom and you can just spoon it out before filtering. With the supplies I got, paid like maybe $20-$25 for everything and I have enough to change out the filter at least a hundred times, and each one can be used multiple times. After one time of using the original harvest right filter that came with the freeze dryer (not this one), it literally came apart and started leaking everywhere. Useless.
The only question I have is freezing it before filtering?
He mentioned in another video to use the pump for 2 minutes for the oil to be warm and more liquid.
I've finished my Sunday bloody Mary and the pork butt is in the smoker, so forgive me if I'm exposing my ignorance.
I'm thinking a filter using centrifugal principles might be pretty cool. Maybe someone with an old unused juicing machine could whip up a proof of concept device that would put this device to shame and do the process on the fly as part of the whole function of the overall machine.
P. S. I wouldn't be adverse to accepting the new Harvestright model as a tip for the idea though.
The WWII ship I was on back in the early 70's (AO 51) had centrifugal oil purification units, nasty to clean but never had to replace any parts just clean them!
@@leverman7517 The ships I was on in the 80's and 90's (AO-99, MCM-6, MCM-8 and MHC-58), still used those same type units. Don't fix what ain't broke.
Will HR filter fit the Brita pitcher?
I'm wondering the same thing. That would be pretty fantastic!
they sent zero none nada instructions on this
Algorithms.....😜
I learned of the freeze-dryer from the Living Traditions channel. I then found your channel and have watched 3 videos about it and have looked on the Harvestright's site. I have seen discussions about the different pumps and the need to change oil in all but the crazy expensive one but saw nothing about filtering oil. You made this video as if everyone knows about the need to filter oil. I still don't know what the deal is. Whenever you are trying to teach something, you must first describe the problem and why they need your information. Very frustrating.
My friend watch the videos on this channels and you will have your answers. The crazy expensive pump is oil-less
*@zak2u2*
This channel has lots of thorough, informative videos. And he stays on top of pump & filter info.
I got my FD 2 weeks ago. Received the old filter, which I used for my first oil change. I wanted but couldn't afford the oil-less pump. Glad I didn't get it. The process for changing oil is fast & super easy. And who wants to do a factory rebuild every two yrs on an oil-less?! The premier would have been nice, though!
I did not receive a pillow, and was not prepared for the condensation. 😠 I found a guy on yt that walks through the process of building a thick plastic replacement for the pillow. It stops the condensation, and keeps the view! HR should have thought of this..I'm going to go that route, I'm not in the desert.
Beyond the condensation, I've had no issues with my FD, works as advertised. I've got 4 trays of diced ham drying now, for FD Denver omelets 😉👍
Love the dividers 👌
Brian's Chili Mac recipe is yummmy!
Sorry, but I disagree with reading the Harvest Right instructions. They are confusing and contradictory.
A rich person gets free item to advertise. Rest off us poor people that will be 45 dollars 😂😂😂😂
Harvest right freeze driers are horrible.
My Medium Pro has been 100% awesome
Why didn't you cut the filter in half to show everyone what's inside then say this looks like it will do a great job your endlessly rant is a little bugging me .
@@nanmaco He did have a valid question, but probably didn't need to end the sentence. I am trying to figure if it is worth $65 to get the whole set plus 3 filters.
@@wd1501 NO. It won't filter a drop of my oil. I'd get a used pitcher from a thrift store for $2 and use toilet paper like he used to.
This is awesome! How exciting! Love HR!!!!