Behmor 2000AB, Operation Manual

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Part 7- FAQs cont.
I notice my roasting elements
sometimes shut off in the middle of
a roast, is this normal?
Yes, this is simply an indication that
the system has reached its set-point
in the temperature profile.
Does the on/off cycle of the
elements have a negative effect on
the coffee? No. Before using any feature we had
the systems tested by professionals,
the quality of the cup was maintained
and not negatively affected.
What is a safe time to rest the
roaster in between roasts?
We recommend 1 hour between
roasts, to safeguard the critical
system components. Wait 1 hour between roasts.
The square peg on the right side of
my roasting drum sticks or does
not fit well. Is my roasting drum
defective?
No. On rare occasions too much
stainless steel is deposited during the
coating stage. Take an emery cloth, emery board or
very fine file and lightly remove any
burrs or high points on each side. In
general, the square hole will also
expand to accommodate the extra
coating within a few roasts
My roasting drum is stuck in the
square peg and I’m afraid to pull
on it. What should I do? As stated above, the stainless-steel
coating is likely too thick. DO NOT pull on the roasting drum.
Take a Q-Tip and apply a drop of
food grade oil to the square peg
where it enters the receiving end.
Now gently move the roasting drum
My roast times seem to be longer
than they should. Do I have a
defective unit? No. There are many factors
influencing roast times. Those factors
include low voltage, old wiring and
significant voltage drawdown. Other
factors:
1. Beans stored at temperatures of 65
F (18.3 C) or below, such as in a
garage or refrigerator.
2. Use of an extension cord that
would cause a voltage drop
3. Using the roaster in a cold
environment (below 65 F/ 18.3C).
4. Roasting in unusually high heat.
The roaster is designed for indoor use
only. The way to help us determine if there
is an issue with the roaster is to do
the following: Take ½ pound of
green beans that are no cooler than
65 F (18.3 C), in an environment that
is no cooler than 65 F (including the
roaster) and roast using 400g P1
Program A. E-mail us
(tech@behmor.com) the times
showing on the display when the
FIRST crack of 1st was heard and
the FIRST crack of 2nd. This data
will help us determine your system's
status…
I like my beans oily but don’t see
this on the beans when I do darker
roasts. What can I do?
The design of the Behmor will allow
you take roasts to a level that will
generate oils. Due to the way heat is
applied in this roaster, the oils appear
only after several days of rest. Roast your beans, then let them
rest/degas and the oils will appear.
Never gauge your degree of roast by
the appearance of oils. Aroma is a
better indicator of roast level.
When I've finished roasting and
even after pressing off, I can hear a
very faint humming sound. What you are hearing is the hum of
the system’s transformer. This is
normal. Always unplug your roaster when
finished roasting.
Are there other reasons why I
should unplug my roaster?
Yes. One is that power surges in the
lines can destroy electronic circuitry.
By unplugging the roaster, we use
less energy and place smaller
demands on the power grid.
Always unplug your roaster when
finished roasting.