Blichmann TopTier Maintenance Manual

Modular brewing stand

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Operation, Assembly & Maintenance Manual
Congratulations on your purchase, and thank you for selecting the TopTier
Engineering. We are confident that it will provide you years of service and many gallons of outstanding beer.
This manual will familiarize you with the assembly, installation procedures, and use of the TopTier
and accessories.
**** PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY PRIOR TO USE FOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ****
IMPORTANT !!
Sections labeled "Danger" are critical to follow and understand to reduce risk of serious injury or
Danger:
death. Please read these thoroughly and understand them completely before use. If you do not
understand them or have any questions, contact your retailer or Blichmann Engineering
(www.BlichmannEngineering.com) before use. Do NOT at ANY time operate the product until
you have thoroughly read and understood these instructions!
Sections labeled "Warning" can lead to serious injury or death if not followed. Please read
Warning:
these thoroughly and understand them completely before use. If you do not understand them or
have any questions, contact your retailer or Blichmann Engineering
(www.BlichmannEngineering.com) before use.
Sections labeled "Caution" can lead to equipment damage or unsatisfactory performance of the
Caution:
equipment. Please read these sections thoroughly. If you have any questions, contact your
retailer or Blichmann Engineering (www.BlichmannEngineering.com) before use.
Assembly:
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  • Page 1 Blichmann Engineering. We are confident that it will provide you years of service and many gallons of outstanding beer. This manual will familiarize you with the assembly, installation procedures, and use of the TopTier brew stand and accessories.
  • Page 2: Parts List

    4 -Stainless pot retaining bars 8 - 6mm bolts & nuts 7 – 1/4” X 1/2 bolts/nuts/washers 1 - Stainless air damper 1 - Spring 1 - Brass gas orifice fitting Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2015 For replacement parts visit blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 3: Tool List

    1.5” above the bottom of the mast as shown in Fig 4. Tightening the nut snugly (20 ft-lb or 27 N-m) using a torque wrench. Caution: Excessive tightening may permanently deform the mast. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Washer this Side Washer This Side Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2015 For replacement parts visit blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 4 Fig 7. Tip: Leave all fasteners finger tight at first which will ease assembly onto the mating parts. You can tighten all the fasteners once you have the burner tier fully assembled. Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2015 For replacement parts visit blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 5 (made for stainless steel) to aid any future disassembly. This compound can be purchased through McMaster.com ref item number 10295K29. Fig. 10 Fig. 9 Remove these 2 legs Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2015 For replacement parts visit blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 6 15. Also shown in Fig 15, install 2 t-slot plates on the inside of each arm as was done for installing the legs previously. It is recommended to leave the fasteners only finger tight until the tier is installed on the stand to aid leveling of the shelf tier. Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2015 For replacement parts visit blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 7 Caution: Excessive tightening may permanently deform the mast. Fig. 17 Fig. 16 Shelf tiers are installed identically to the burner tiers. AT THIS TIME FULLY TIGHTEN ALL FASTENERS. Installing the Fuel Manifold Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2015 For replacement parts visit blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 8 Since the TopTier brewing stand is so modular, the fuel manifold piping is NOT included with the product because we cannot determine in advance which positions you’ll locate your tiers and how many tiers will be fired. However, we include most of the fittings you will need to complete the manifold. All the necessary pipe and any additional fittings can be readily purchased locally at any hardware store or home improvement store.
  • Page 9 Fig 24 illustrates the installation of the fuel manifold onto the mast. Fig. 21 Fig. 22 Orient venturi to Pipes NOT included front Center manifold P-clip assembly on center post Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2015 For replacement parts visit blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 10 Use plug to cap off the upper tier Fig. 27 Fig. 28 This concludes assembly of the TopTier brew stand. Note that you can easily reconfigure your stand at any time, or partially disassemble for transport or storage!! Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2015...
  • Page 11: Operation

    Blichmann Engineering, LLC is not liable in any way for consequences arising from you personally accepting these risks. If at any time you are not completely willing to accept personal responsibility for these risks DO NOT USE THE EQUIPMENT.
  • Page 12: Burner Operation

    ALWAYS Have a fire extinguisher nearby at all times ALWAYS Use a pump or gravity to move hot liquids from or into a pot or cooler ALWAYS Use only Blichmann Engineering burners, shelves, and accessories on this stand ALWAYS Let equipment cool completely after use before moving...
  • Page 13 If this occurs, place the propane tank in a tank of luke warm water about half way up the tank. This will keep the propane warm and keep it flowing properly. Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2015 For replacement parts visit blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    This product is intended for OUTDOOR home use only. No warranty or guarantee of suitability (express or implied) is given for commercial use or indoor use of this product. Blichmann Engineering must be notified within 7 days of the delivery date of any hidden shipping damage. Customer is responsible for shipping damage outside of this time period.

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