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Blichmann Engineering Fermenator G4 Assembly Operation Maintenance Manual

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Fermenator
Assembly, Operation, & Maintenance
Congratulations on your purchase and thank you for selecting the Fermenator™ G4 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 use,
assembly, and the sanitation procedures for the product.
PLEASE READ AND THOROUGHLY UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO USE
WARNING:
Sections labeled "Warning" can lead to serious injury or death if not followed. Please thoroughly read these sections
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.
CAUTION:
Sections labeled "Caution" can lead to equipment damage or unsatisfactory performance of the equipment. Please
read these sections thoroughly. If you have any questions, contact your retailer or Blichmann Engineering
(www.BlichmannEngineering.com) before use.
IMPORTANT:
Sections labeled "Important" should specifically be followed to ensure satisfactory results with the product.
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual is for the G4-7 gallon, 14 gallon, 19 gallon, and 1 BBL tri-clamp models.
This manual is broken down into the following sections:
Assembly: Proper assembly procedures to ensure reliable, safe, leak-free operation of your G4 Fermenator™. Be sure to read the sanitizing
section before the first use your Fermenator™ since most parts are sanitized before assembly. We recommend an initial assembly
to familiarize you with the process prior to your first use.
Sanitation: Steps to properly sanitize your fermentor before each use.
Operation: Techniques to get the most out of your fermentor.
Storage & Maintenance: Get years of service by properly maintaining and storing your fermentor.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PRESSURE FERMENT WITHOUT A SPUNDING VALVE! THE PRV SHOULD NEVER BE USED IN
PLACE OF A PROPER VENTING MECHANISM SUCH AS AN AIRLOCK, BLOW OFF, OR SPUNDING VALVE.
Fermenator G4 V1
© Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021
For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts
G4
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FOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION!
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  • Page 1 Blichmann Engineering (www.BlichmannEngineering.com) before use. CAUTION: Sections labeled “Caution” can lead to equipment damage or unsatisfactory performance of the equipment. Please read these sections thoroughly. If you have any questions, contact your retailer or Blichmann Engineering (www.BlichmannEngineering.com) before use. IMPORTANT: Sections labeled “Important”...

  • Page 2: Cleaning And Sanitation

    John Palmer also has a more in depth discussion about removing rust and how to passivate stainless steel at this link - https://bit.ly/2VrZ1u8. Fermenator G4 V1 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 3 1.5” Tri-Clamp process, so if a leak is present you’ll be able to tighten it 1.5” Tri-Clamp Gasket 1.5” Tri-Clamp Cap then. Fermenator G4 V1 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 4 6” tri-clamp lid port. This has flooded all the internal surfaces with sanitizer and purged all the air out of the tank. Fermenator G4 V1 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...

  • Page 5: Operation

    Since you’ll have plenty of yeast to pitch (reactivate in a starter if more than 2 weeks old) you’ll find your ferments starting faster and progressing much more quickly. Fermenator G4 V1 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 6 WARNING: Be 100% sure fermentation activity has completely ceased by verification with a hydrometer. The hydrometer measurement should not change over a period of two weeks prior to replacing the airlock with a solid stopper. Fermenator G4 V1 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...

  • Page 7: Maintenance

    If the ball valves ever begin to drip, remove the handle and tighten the packing nut under the handle. If this persists, replacement valve seal kits are available through your retailer. Fermenator G4 V1 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 8 Fermenator G4 V1 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
  • Page 9 A. Limited Warranty 1. 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.

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