Nesco FD-61WHCK Snackmaster Encore Food Dehydrator
- Six trays, 13.5 inch diameter, expandable to 12
- 500 watts, 120 volts
- 95 to 160 F adjustable temperature, per seller copy
- Converga-Flow fan, top mounted, no tray rotation
- Jerky kit with gun, three tips and three fruit roll sheets
- 14.5 x 14.5 x 9 inches (D x W x H), 7 lb
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A six-tray dehydrator that arrives as a jerky and snack kit, with room to grow to twelve trays. Extra trays are sold separately.
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ASIN: B01991MHMEModel: FD-61WHCKCategory: Dehydrators
Overview
Drying with a top-mounted Converga-Flow fan, this Nesco unit pushes heated air down the outer chamber and across each tray. The fan is mounted above the heater, so liquids do not drip into it.
The reason to look at it is the kit: a jerky gun, fruit roll sheets, clean-a-screens, seasoning samples and a recipe book. The tray count can double with add-on trays. The limit is that expansion trays are sold apart.
Who it's for
Home cooks making jerky, banana chips and fruit rolls who may grow into more trays. A buyer who needs a large batch right away should plan for the add-on trays.
Pros and cons
- Jerky gun kit included
- Expands up to twelve trays
- Adjustable temperature control
- No tray rotation needed
- Add-A-Trays sold separately
- Spec sheet lists a single temperature
- No timer listed
Performance notes
Air heated by the base is forced through the outer chamber and across every tray, so the layers dry at a similar pace without shuffling. The adjustable thermostat lets delicate fruit and jerky each get a suitable setting. The top fan stays clear of dripping liquids.
Specifications
| Brand | Nesco |
|---|---|
| Model | FD-61WHCK |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 7 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D X W X H | 14.5 x 14.5 x 9 inches |
| Tray diameter | 13.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Temperature Range | 95 to 160 F |
| Wattage | 500 watts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Plastic |
| Color | White |
| Included components | |
| Included components | Jerky gun with three tips, three fruit roll sheets, three clean-a-screens, three seasoning samples, recipe book |
| Other details | |
| Number of Trays | 6higher than 56% of 40 dehydrators |
| Expandable to | 12 trays |
| Dishwasher safe | Yes |
Closest rivals on specs
Rosewill Food Dehydrator- Number of Trays 6 vs 5 (+20%)
Frequently asked questions
Can I add trays to the Nesco FD-61WHCK?
Yes. The seller copy says it expands up to 12 trays, with Add-A-Trays sold separately.
What is in the Nesco FD-61WHCK jerky kit?
A jerky gun with three tip attachments, three fruit roll sheets, three clean-a-screens, three jerky seasoning and cure samples, and a recipe and instruction book.
What temperature range does the FD-61WHCK have?
The seller copy says 95 to 160 F, while the spec sheet lists 160 F only.
Is the FD-61WHCK dishwasher safe?
The specs list it as dishwasher safe, so check which parts the manual allows.