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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 sanita-
tion 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.
Fermenator G4 V2
© Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021
For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts
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- Page 1 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.
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Page 2: Cleaning And Sanitation
As with ALL chemicals, ALWAYS thoroughly read the instructions, material compatibility, and safety warnings. Never use more than the recommended concentrations or soaking times or you may damage your equipment. Fermenator G4 V2 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts... -
Page 3: Cleaning Stainless Steel
John Palmer also has a more in depth discussion about removing rust and how to passivate stainless steel at this link - https://tinyurl.com/passivation Fermenator G4 V2 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts... - Page 4 1.5” Tri-Clamp Gasket Tip: The racking valve will always face the handles direction. During operation, install the racking arm horizontally to keep this from filling with sediment. Fermenator G4 V2 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
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Page 5: Lid Assembly
4” Tri-Clamp Gasket If using the blowoff or spunding valves, see those man- uals for assembly and operation. BEFORE USE, SPRAY ALL SURFACES WITH STARSAN AND ASSEMBLE Fermenator G4 V2 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts... -
Page 6: Pressure Relief Valve (Prv)
•The PRV is an emergency pressure release ONLY •Use ONLY genuine Blichmann replacement parts and seals •NEVER use this product without an airlock, blowoff tube, or spunding valve Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 Fermenator G4 V2 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts... -
Page 7: Operation
4. Remove top cap, fill with sanitizer/vodka and replace top cap. Alternatively, the unit can be sealed and a few PSI of pressure can be applied prior to sampling to keep O2 from entering. Fermenator G4 V2 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts... - Page 8 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: SPUNDING VALVE TO REGULATE THE FERMENTATION PRESSURE AT THE DESIRED PRESSURE. Pressure fermentation up to 15 PSI (1 BAR) is one of the key new features of the Fermenator G4 conical fermentor. Fermenting under pressure suppresses the formation of esters by the yeast (fruity character) and allows the brewer to product lager-like beer at room temperature, and in less time.
- Page 9 Slowly open the valve until you have removed the trub or yeast. Watch the flow through the hose and close the valve when the trub and yeast have been drained. That’s it! Fermenator G4 V2 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
- Page 10 BLOW OFF KIT Fermenator G4 V2 © Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts...
- Page 11 Blichmann Engineering shall either repair or replace the defective component with a new or rebuilt component at Blichmann Engineering’s option. 4. Blichmann Engineering must be notified within seven (7) days of the delivery date of any shipping damage. Customer is responsible for shipping damage outside of this time period. Approval for return must be provided by Blichmann Engineering prior to any return.
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