This specification applies to dehydrators intended for removing liquid by evaporation from processed or unprocessed food scraps and limited amounts of cardboard, paper, and biodegradable food service ware. Dehydrators shall be of the following type, size, and options as specified:

1.1 This specification covers dehydrators intended for removing liquid by evaporation from processed or unprocessed food scraps and limited amounts of cardboard, paper, and biodegradable food service ware.

1.2 The values as stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values stated in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.3 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test method portion, Section 13, of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.