How loud does the machine run?

We have a decibel reader, it was at 72 decibels. I was talking loud apparently at 70. A vacuum cleaner is at 80. So somewhere between your loud aunt and a vacuum cleaner. We had it on our kitchen counter, it reminded me of a white noise maker.

What is the model number for extra trays, screens and fruit roll trays?

I have the Nesco FD-1040 and purchased Nesco TR-2 add-a-tray and Nesco SLD-2-6 fruit rollup trays on Amazon. They look and fit like the ones delivered with the unit. I went to the Nesco web site to purchase the herb drying screens and to verify the fit of trays I bought on Amazon.

According to the NESCO website, any plastics that will touch food are BPA free. That's all I know.

is it made in the usa?

The box is labeled made in the USA but the sticker also says “of US and global components”. When you take the top out of the inner box the underneath side says made in China (very hard to see but it’s there)

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🌿 Preserve like a pro, snack like a boss!

SCALABLE TRAY SYSTEM - Start with 4 trays, expand up to 20 BPA-free trays for bulk preservation or gifting.
POWERFUL 1000 W DRYING - Rapid, even dehydration with Converga-Flow airflow—no tray rotation needed.
SMART HEAT DISTRIBUTION - Top-mounted fan prevents drips and hot spots, ensuring consistent drying with minimal oversight.
PRECISION DIGITAL CONTROL - Set exact drying times up to 48 hours and temperatures from 90°F to 160°F for perfect results.
ALL INCLUSIVE PRESERVATION KIT - Includes fruit roll sheet, clean-a-screen, jerky seasoning, and recipe guide for pro-level food drying.

The NESCO FD-1040 Gardenmaster Digital Pro is a high-capacity, 1000-watt food dehydrator featuring a unique Converga-Flow airflow system for fast, even drying without tray rotation. Its expandable BPA-free trays (4 to 20) and precise digital timer (up to 48 hours) with adjustable temperature (90°F-160°F) make it perfect for preserving fruits, vegetables, herbs, and jerky at home. Designed with a top-mounted fan to prevent drips and hot spots, it includes essential accessories and a recipe guide, positioning it as a premium, scalable food preservation solution for serious home chefs and millennial foodies alike.

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ASIN	B00B9F7WJW
Best Sellers Rank	#79,574 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #106 in Dehydrators
Brand Name	NESCO
Color	White
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (2,032)
Global Trade Identification Number	00029517010111
Included Components	4-Trays, Clean-A-Screen, Fruit Roll Sheet, Nesco Fd-1040 1000-Watt Gardenmaster Food Dehydrator
Item Dimensions D x W x H	15.25"D x 15.25"W x 10.4"H
Item Shape	Round
Item Type Name	dehydrator
Item Weight	9 pounds
Manufacturer	NESCO
Material	Plastic
Material Features	Food Safe
Model Number	FD-1040
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Number of Trays	4
Part Number	FD-1040
Temperature Range	160 °F
UPC	029517010111
Unit Count	4 Count
Voltage	120 volts
Warranty Description	1 Year limited warranty
Wattage	1000 watts

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