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    Sunbeam DT6000 Food Lab Food Dehydrator

    4.5 From 39 reviews
    $260
    $19 (7%) off RRP of $279
    $19 (7%) off RRP of $279

    Sunbeam DT6000 Food Lab Food Dehydrator

    $260
    $19 (7%) off RRP of $279
    $19 (7%) off RRP of $279
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    Overview

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    Save money and storage space by preserving food with the Sunbeam Food Lab Food Dehydrator. Whether you’re culturing yoghurt or drying apricots, this unit gives you the space and versatility to get the job done.

    With six large shelves to work with, it’s easy to do your drying in bulk. You can adjust the shelf height to avoid cramming with larger food items. Horizontal airflow ensures even coverage throughout the cavity, meaning there’s no need to rotate your shelves during the cycle. Choose from eight precise temperatures - make dough on 35°C, or prepare beef jerky with a temperature of 70°C. Using the countdown timer, you can dry food for as long as 19.5 hours, setting your duration in 30-minute increments. The unit will switch off automatically when the timer reaches zero.

    The Sunbeam Food Lab Food Dehydrator will serve as your very own food preservation station. It’s a great appliance for those who want nothing to go to waste.
    Countdown timer

    Ideal for those with busy schedules, you can use the 19.5-hour countdown timer to prepare your favourite treats while you are at work, out running errands, or even while you sleep. The unit will automatically switch off at the conclusion of the cycle.

    No tray rotation required

    The horizontal drying action results in even drying from back to front. You won’t have to worry about rotating your trays, and you can enjoy your dried food without any icky moisture spots.

    Eight temperature settings

    This dehydrator features eight temperature settings, ranging from 35°C to 70°C. Use the lower temperatures for making dough, drying flowers, or for culturing yoghurt. Turn up the heat for recipes such as fruit rolls and beef jerky.

    Six large drying trays

    With six large drying trays, you can dry a smorgasbord of fruits in one go for greater time and energy efficiency. Remove shelves to make room when leavening bread or culturing yogurt, or when drying a generous bunch of grapes.

    Specifications & manuals

    key Specifications
    Brand
    Sunbeam
    Model Number
    DT6000
    Height (mm)
    330 mm
    Width (mm)
    440 mm
    Depth (mm)
    340 mm
    Weight (kg)
    6.3 kg
    Finish Colour
    Black
    Accessories included
    Fine food mesh tray
    warranty
    Manufacturer Warranty
    1 Year
    Warranty Note
    Replacement
    Use
    Not intended or designed for commercial use.
    other Features
    Features
    LCD timer (set up for 19.5 hours in 30 min increments)
    8 set temperatures from 35°C to 70°C for accurate and even drying
    Horizontal air flows means the temperature is consistent in all areas of the dehydrator
    BPA-free plastic shelves
    1200mm cord length
    Manuals

    Reviews

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    Average customer rating

    Overall
    4.5
    Ease of setup
    4.8
    Build quality
    4.7
    Value of product
    4.9

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    The Sunbeam food dehydrator is generally well-received, with users praising its ease of use and ability to evenly dry a variety of foods. Many report making excellent jerky and dried fruit. However, some issues have been noted, such as difficulty cleaning the plastic trays and concerns about the durability of the fan or heating element. Overall, the dehydrator seems to work well for most users, though some caution is warranted regarding certain components.

    Pros
    1-3 of 39 reviews
    Babs2026-05-12
    Sunbeam DT6000 food Lab
    Easy to use, easy to clean and great result. I am very happy with my purchase.
    Value of product
    5.0
    Connie592026-05-08
    Perfect work horse for my dog treats.
    I have had mine for over 10 years and it hasn't failed me once. I have just bought a second one because I dehydrate dog treats and usually need to do at least 2 loads, a second one will be so helpful in dehydrating so much more. I just want to k ow if I can buy replacement racks because mine are looking a little worse for wear due to staining even though I use silicone liners on them, they still get stained.
    Bones602026-04-05
    Works ok but annoying beeps.
    Have been using this unit for about 1 year. Seems to work well, we dehydrate fruit and also use it on a low setting to make our own jars of yoghurt. One major negative though is the very annoying 20 loud beeps when the cycle is finished and the unit turns off, it's very loud and annoying such that we have to set the time so that it won't finish during the night, it wakes everyone up. What dumb "engineer" thought that 20 beeps was necessary? It's ridiculous and not necessary there should be a function to turn this off. I also agree with another reviewer that the plastic trays are not what is advertised. Considering the above, I wouldn't buy another one.

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    Questions & answers

    Is it BPA free on the mesh and the door? Thanks mima · 2015-12-22
    Hi Mima, Sunbeam has specified that this particular unit is BPA free on the mesh and the door. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our customer service team 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us on 1300 000 500. Kind Regards, Paul Customer Support Consultant Paul Lee, Appliances Online
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