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eController Product Guide

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Summary of Contents for Ss Brewtech eController 1V

  • Page 1 ENGINEERING BETTER BEER eController Product Guide...
  • Page 2 OVERVIEW eCONTROLLER 1V The eController 1V is designed to be used with a brew-in-a-bag system (BIAB), but can also be useful for someone who prefers modularity within their multi-vessel system. It can easily replace an existing gas-fired HLT or boil kettle in an existing 3 vessel brewing system. The 1V controller is designed to operate one element, and is compatible with our line of 10 and 20 gallon eKettles.
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Designing every piece of our electric brewing equipment from scratch has enabled us to introduce a new level of process control, flexibility, and performance. Every detail has been carefully thought through and refined. Every component of our new eControllers was designed to enhance the eBrewing experience. The custom extruded 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum housing is CNC machined, then coated in a durable black anodized finish.
  • Page 4 ASSEMBLY POWER SPECIFICATIONS - 208-240VAC 60 Hz operation only - 30A maximum total connected load - Dedicated GFCI protected circuit required 1V eCONTROLLER CONNECTIONS (2) 110VAC NEMA 5-15P Side Mounted Controller Receptacles (3 Amps max per outlet) (1) 3.5MM Thermoprobe Connection Interface (1) L6 - 30R Element Output (1) 110VAC Accessory Power Input (1) L6 - 30P 208-240VAC...
  • Page 5 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) WARNING Before plugging in the controller, ensure that both the heater activation button as well as the side mounted on/off switch are not currently engaged. This will prevent accidental dry firing. ACTIVATION BUTTON Off Position - Button is not recessed - No indicator light On Position - Button is recessed...
  • Page 6 BREW DAY OPERATIONS (CONTINUED) IMPORTANT It is recommended to perform a “water brew” on the system before using real ingredients. This will allow you to familiarize yourself with the controller’s operation, processes, temperature ramp rates, and temperature losses during transfers. Record data and observations carefully so that you can calculate or adjust water volumes and temperatures based on recipe profile, ambient grain temperatures and any other outside variables.
  • Page 7: Manual Mode

    BREW DAY OPERATIONS (CONTINUED) MAN (Manual) Mode Once the side mounted “ON/OFF” switch is turned to the “ON” position, both controller adjustments and heater activation can begin. At the top of the controller near the PID read out, there is a rocker switch for going in between “MAN” (Manual) or “AUTO”...
  • Page 8: Auto Mode

    BREW DAY OPERATIONS (CONTINUED) Auto Mode AUTO MODE When the eKettle is in “AUTO” mode, the temperature controller is set up to modulate element output based on a set temperature. This is used to maintain a specific temperature such as during a kettle souring process or for use as a HLT.
  • Page 9: Controller Adjustment

    BREW DAY OPERATIONS (CONTINUED) CONTROLLER ADJUSTMENT Temperature or percentage can easily be adjusted via the up and down arrows located on the controller. You can also use the “<<PF” button to move over decimal places to make this process go a little quicker vs holding the up or down arrows.
  • Page 10 BREW DAY OPERATIONS (CONTINUED) SIDE MOUNTED 110VAC ACCESSORY OUTLET ACTIVATION Included are (2) 110VAC NEMA 5-15R side-mounted receptacles (3A max per outlet) that can be used for a variety of accessories ranging from pumps to lighting. ACCESSORY ONE ACCESSORY TWO (2) 110V NEMA 5-15R Side Mounted Controller Receptacles (3 Amps max per outlet) 120V - 3A...
  • Page 11 BREW DAY OPERATIONS (CONTINUED) 2V OPTIONS The 2V eController includes two PID controllers as well as an element selection switch. The two PID controllers are labeled as “HLT/MASH” and “BOIL KETTLE” on the face of the eController. The element selector switch’s function is to switch the power output to either the “HLT/MASH” element or “BOIL KETTLE”...
  • Page 12 eBREWING KIT ASSEMBLY eBREWING 1V KIT Ss eKettle Thermoprobe Cord Thermoprobe Connection Element Cord 110VAC Accessory Power Cord L6 - 30R Element Output L6 - 30P 208-240VAC Main Power Input Page 12...
  • Page 13: Warranty

    Ss Brewtech, at its discretion may also opt to simply refund the full purchase price in lieu of replacing the product.
  • Page 14 SsBrewtech.com REV 12072018...

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