How to properly clean the demister on your Harvest Right Vacuum Pump

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8 ай бұрын

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Today we are cleaning the demister on our Harvest Right Premier Vacuum Pump. A new one costs about 30 - 35 bucks, so hopefully this video will help save you a few dollars😉.
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@2guysandacooler 8 ай бұрын

There are a few videos out there that say you should just throw away the demister when it gets dirty and buy a new one (which costs 30 bucks or so). I say, save a few bucks and clean it yourself😉😉. For information on the Harvest Right Freeze Dryer and their massive sale they have going on right now click here: tinyurl.com/59ujbnp6

@kimgee2969 14 сағат бұрын

Where can I buy a demister? HR doesn't have them on their site that, i can see. Thanks

@jenniferyoung2783 22 күн бұрын

We tried using quarters but couldn't. A bit of the plastic broke off, and we had bent two of our quarters. We tried using a flat head screwdriver, and we were able to open it. Thanks for the tutorial!

@kendaleklund7475 8 ай бұрын

I would recommend purchasing a second filter so you can install a new one then clean the old one and let it dry so it’s ready to be used the next time it needs cleaning!

@pamhoven 8 ай бұрын

I checked the website but do not see filters. Do you know where I can buy a spare one?

@kendaleklund7475 8 ай бұрын

You may have to call the manufacture for the correct part for your pump. @@pamhoven

@Fiona2254 5 ай бұрын

Yeah I’ve got a second but I’m unable to unscrew that plastic cover with a quarter. I’m beyond frustrated at this point.

@pamhoven 5 ай бұрын

@@Fiona2254 the same happened to me. I wound up using two quarters and a large pliers, and gave it a few quick jerks, and it came free. Mine had quite a bit of locktite on it.

@DM-fz3ly Күн бұрын

Excellent tutorial!!!

@pamhoven 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for creating this video! It’s been very helpful for me!

@jeffmadison8420 Ай бұрын

Need an in depth video on the stay fresh pump,and its demister…mainly the demister

@stillnessbetween5103 8 ай бұрын

I bought my unit quite a few years ago with the original pump, and when the oiless units were introduced I bit the bullet and bought one. My decision was made due to the fact that I have used vacuum pumps for years on A/C units and the oil changes are somewhat inconvenient, and expensive! That oil is not cheap. Harvest Right does offer a nice filtering system for oil.I am happy with the new unit and haven't looked back. Yes, it is not for every budget. I understand that. You do with what you have. Thank you for your info and enthusiasm!

@modus16222 13 сағат бұрын

excellent how to video!!

@mgold4685 5 ай бұрын

Yes...Tried that Spring for replacement...

@mrrberger 8 ай бұрын

I use an ultrasonic cleaner on my filters, noisey but super effective.

@MrMan_47 3 ай бұрын

What solution did you use?

@jrhattenstein 8 ай бұрын

Love the song today

@ShepFL002 8 ай бұрын

A video on vacuum chamber sealers would be nice - what to look for as hobby guy or small business.

@mgold4685 5 ай бұрын

Get one that comes with two sealer bars. One for standard plastic bags and one for mylar.

@milahoward122 26 күн бұрын

What kind of soap do you use?

@bradh74 8 ай бұрын

I'm lost without sausage month now. I'll bet it's nice to get back to normal for though, Eric. I wonder if they're coming out with a more affordable/entry level freeze dryer?

@2guysandacooler 8 ай бұрын

Not sure. I know with the popularity of these units and the rising competition; the price might start to drop. Hard to say

@franfournier5692 3 ай бұрын

I have both pumps.. jb .. it stopped making vacuum. and the Harvest Right oil less,, also stopped working (bearings seized, seals worn out) not a good design.. I now find out that they say it needs to be rebuilt every 2-3 years for $375. .. wouldn't buy either again.. wondering if an oilless laboratory pump will work ok? Much cheaper..

@DrueGaugert 3 ай бұрын

Can you use a blow dryer to dry the filter out?

@2guysandacooler 3 ай бұрын

yes

@alpergungor5522 Ай бұрын

Are there any professional guys who can fix HR machine in Jacksonville FL?

@ritababcock9514 8 ай бұрын

where can I purchase a demister filter replacement?

@2guysandacooler 8 ай бұрын

you have to contact Harvest Right support and let them know that you want to purchase a demister. They will send you a purchase link and from there you can get one. Apparently, they don't really sell replacements parts on their site.

@ritababcock9514 7 ай бұрын

@@2guysandacooler Thanks so much for your reply~ I got one ordered and paid for via the emailed link. $35 plus tax

@Fiona2254 5 ай бұрын

Whomever put in that filter tightened it so hard I can’t get it with a quarter even with a wrench to torque it. I’m so frustrated at this point I want to toss the whole thing.

@2guysandacooler 5 ай бұрын

That sucks.

@user-hr8nm3hq4l 5 ай бұрын

How do you know when it's time to clean your demister?

@2guysandacooler 5 ай бұрын

you pump might not be getting a good vacuum or the demister is super dirty

@user-hr8nm3hq4l 5 ай бұрын

Thank you. I finished a load of strawberries and unfortunately opened the valve while the pump was still running. The machine said pump off so I just thought the condenser was running. I didn't realize until 15 min. Later that I needed to hit pump off. I am changing oil today and praying all.is okay.

@spockmcoyissmart961 3 ай бұрын

I find that I can see the sun's rays coming through the window in the FD room. There is a fine oil mist in the air, and the rays of the sun glow in the oil misty air. Very specialized testing procedure!

@barbaramandy8708 Ай бұрын

@@spockmcoyissmart961 I read comments in another video about cleaning the pump (Live.Life.Simple.) that the mist, even if not really visible, can be very harmful. Other comments reiterated the need for an air quality filter running while the FD is running. I'm concerned about what I might have been breathing for the past 18 months. Has anyone else heard of this?

@spockmcoyissmart961 Ай бұрын

@@barbaramandy8708 Fortunately, it is a food grade mineral oil, very low toxicity levels and humans can drink mineral oil for certain ailments. Do I want to breathe it? No, but passing through the room, doesn't concern me. It is heavier than air, so it will settle to the floor/furnishings. Now working over a Long John Silver fryer would concern me. ;)

@razzy877sp 4 ай бұрын

How does the machine know we did a oil cgange

@2guysandacooler 4 ай бұрын

It doesn't. There's more than likely a counter that tells the machine how many batches the machine has run. After so many batches the machine probably automatically sends a message to the display.

@bobbywelch6035 8 ай бұрын

I will never understand why manufacturers DO NOT smooth the sharp edges that can injure people........

@TheBoochYLL 2 ай бұрын

My demister WON'T come apart. My quarter literally bent. Wtf

@user-tx7ne3cx2d 28 күн бұрын

Had the same issue today. The quarter got warped. Switched to a very flat wrench and was able to open it.

@stevenfeil7079 7 ай бұрын

7:50 Your demister is NEARLY clean. You did not clean the INSIDE of the filter. I have a demister filter that is horrifically dirty on the inside and will require special attention.

@2guysandacooler 7 ай бұрын

LOL. Yeah. Perhaps and overnight soak in a strong degreaser will do the trick.