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[FC-30/50] How do I reset my Change Filter light?

Remove the back panel of the unit and feel along the upper, inner ledge of the unit cavity (directly above where it says Reset Filter light when the back panel is in place) until you find a small ...

[FC-30/50] Why is my FoodCycler® emitting an odour?

This is normal! The unit could be emitting an odor for a variety of reasons.The carbon filtration systems in each FoodCycler® are required to ensure a near-odorless cycle. They last approximately 5...

[FC-30/50] How does the FoodCycler® work?

The FoodCycler® food waste recycler greatly reduces food waste volume, odors, liquids, bacteria and methane gasses that would otherwise be generated by putting your food waste in the trash. The Foo...

[FC-30/50] How much food waste can the unit cycle at one time?

2.5L (0.66 gallons)We recommend keeping the contents below the indicator line level to avoid jams. For more information, visit the FC-30 product page!

[FC-30/50] Can I add food waste to The FoodCycler® once I’ve already started a cycle?

Yes, you can add additional food waste to the FoodCycler® FC-30™ once the cycle has already begun. For best results and to avoid extending the cycle period, we recommend adding food waste early in ...

[FC-30/50] Can The FoodCycler® process bones?

Yes, the FoodCycler® FC-30 can process fish and chicken bones. Large bones may cause jams or damage the unit's Bucket grinding gears.