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Congratulations on your purchase, and thank you for selecting the RIMS Rocket™ electric recirculation
heater from 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, operation, and
maintenance of the RIMS Rocket™ electric recirculation heater.
**** PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY PRIOR TO USE FOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ****
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. Do NOT at ANY time operate the product
until you thoroughly read and understand these instructions!
Sections labeled "Caution" can lead to equipment damage or unsatisfactory performance of
Caution:
the equipment. Please read these sections thoroughly. If you have any questions, contact
your retailer or Blichmann Engineering™ (www.BlichmannEngineering.com) before use.
Sections labeled "Important" are critical to the proper performance and life of the product.
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RIMS Rocket
Electric Recirculation Heater
Assembly, Operation & Maintenance
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Summary of Contents for Blichmann Engineering RIMS Rocket
- Page 1 Congratulations on your purchase, and thank you for selecting the RIMS Rocket™ electric recirculation heater from 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, operation, and maintenance of the RIMS Rocket™...
- Page 2 The RIMS Rocket™ electric recirculation heater is packaged unassembled to allow for more economical shipping and to reduce damage in shipment. A list of components included with your RIMS Rocket™ electric recirculation heater follows as well as the basic tools required for assembly. Please carefully review the lists below to ensure you received all of the correct parts and have the required tools prior to assembly.
- Page 3 Next install the heater coil through the lid and Protector plug guard as shown in Figure 1. Make certain the lid is oriented as show or the RIMS Rocket™ electric recirculation heater will not seal. Last, re-install the bulkhead nuts finger tight.
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Page 4: Operation
Operation: Warning : The RIMS Rocket™ electric recirculation heater is only to be used in conjunction with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected power source. If you are uncertain about the status of your power source contact a licensed and qualified electrician familiar with National Electric Code standards before proceeding. - Page 5 Pressure Relief Plug Warning: When using the RIMS Rocket™ electric recirculation heater, always have the outlet of the HopRocket™ canister unrestricted. NEVER install valves, fittings or any other devices downstream from the outlet of the HopRocket™ canister which can impede or block the flow of liquid or evacuation of pressure from the HopRocket™...
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Page 6: Connecting The Heater
Caution: Before making any connections to the RIMS Rocket™ electric recirculation heater, make certain that the RIMS Rocket is completely filled with water or wort and your system is able to maintain a minimum flow rate of ¾ of a gallon per minute. If your system cannot achieve the minimum flow rate, the average power output of the RIMS Rocket™... -
Page 7: Temperature Sensor
The location of the temperature sensor for the temperature control module must be located as near to the outlet of the RIMS Rocket™ as possible. Reducing the distance between the heat source and the temperature sensor minimizes over shooting the set point of the temperature control device. - Page 8 ALWAYS check that all fasteners are properly tightened prior to each use ALWAYS use approved control device between heater and GFCI power source ALWAYS use genuine Blichmann Engineering replacement parts ALWAYS unplug before moving ALWAYS allow the brewing equipment to fully cool before handling ...
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Page 9: Maintenance
Rocket™ electric immersion heater can tolerate incidental contact with water in the course of cleaning, however, never immerse or soak the terminal pins of the RIMS Rocket™ in water or cleaning solutions. Before and after each use, inspect the RIMS Rocket™ electric recirculation heater, custom molded plug, cable, and connectors for wear or damage. - Page 10 Expolded Parts Diagram: RIMS Rocket™ Owner’s Manual – V1 ©Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2014...
- Page 11 A. Limited Warranty Blichmann Engineering warrants to the original purchaser that this product will be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase by the customer. Proof of purchase is required. Blichmann Engineering’s obligation to repair or replace defective materials or workmanship is the sole obligation of Blichmann Engineering under this limited warranty.
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