Nesco Gardenmaster Digital Pro Food Dehydrator
- 4 trays at 15.5 inches, expands to 20
- 1000 watts with digital timer
- Timer up to 48 hours
- 160 degrees F temperature listed
- Clean-A-Screen and fruit roll sheet included
- 1 year limited warranty
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A digital food dehydrator that expands to many more trays, with no tray rotation needed. Extra trays are sold separately.
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ASIN: B00B9F7WJWModel: FD-1040Category: Dehydrators
Overview
A home preserver who dries fruit, vegetables, herbs and jerky gets a round white dehydrator with a programmable digital timer.
No tray rotation and a long programmable timer make it a hands off tool for large batches.
Who it's for
People who preserve produce and meat in volume will use the expandable trays and the timer. A casual snacker, or a cook with limited counter space, should choose a smaller dehydrator.
Pros and cons
- Expandable tray capacity
- Programmable digital timer
- No tray rotation needed
- Clean-A-Screen and fruit roll sheet included
- Extra trays sold separately
- Not dishwasher safe
- Temperature adjustment not described
Performance notes
The copy says drying power is even enough that trays do not need rotating. The digital timer is programmable for long drying runs. More trays raise capacity, though the listing gives only one temperature figure.
Specifications
| Brand | Nesco |
|---|---|
| Model | FD-1040 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 9 pounds |
| Tray diameter | 15.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Temperature Range | 160 degrees Fahrenheit |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Plastic, food safe |
| Color | White |
| Included components | |
| Included components | 4 trays, Clean-A-Screen, fruit roll sheet |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year limited |
| Other details | |
| Number of Trays | 4 included, expandable to 20lower than 85% of 47 dehydrators |
| Item Shape | Round |
| Timer | Digital, up to 48 hours |
| Dishwasher safe | No |
Closest rivals on specs
Ivation IV-FD60RSS Food Dehydrator 6 Trays- Number of Trays 4 vs 6 (-33%)
LEM Products 5-Tray Digital Dehydrator- Number of Trays 4 vs 5 (-20%)
- Temperature Range 160 vs 104 °F (+54%)
Presto Dehydro Food Dehydrator- Number of Trays 4 vs 6 (-33%)
- Wattage 1000 vs 750 watts (+33%)
Frequently asked questions
How do I add trays to the Nesco FD-1040?
The copy says it comes with four trays and expands up to 20 trays. Add-A-Trays, SKU TR-2, are sold separately.
How long can the Nesco FD-1040 timer run?
The copy says the digital timer is programmable for up to 48 hours of drying time.
Do I need to rotate trays on the Nesco FD-1040?
No. The copy says no tray rotation is needed.
Can the Nesco FD-1040 trays go in the dishwasher?
No. The specs answer no on dishwasher safe.