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Fermenator G4 V2

© Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 

For replacement parts, visit: blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts

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Fermenator

 G4

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.

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.

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.

 

Sections labeled “Important” should specifically be followed to ensure satisfactory results with the product. 

WARNING:

CAUTION:

 

IMPORTANT:

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

PLEASE READ AND THOROUGHLY UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO USE  

FOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION!

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.

Summary of Contents for Fermenator G4

Page 1: ...ease read these sections thoroughly If you have any questions contact your retailer or Blichmann Engineering www BlichmannEngineering com before use Sections labeled Important should specifically be followed to ensure satisfactory results with the product WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT IMPORTANTINFORMATION PLEASEREADANDTHOROUGHLYUNDERSTANDTHISMANUALPRIORTOUSE FORIMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION ABOUT THIS MA...

Page 2: ...9 00 4 x 1 5 Adapter 1 BE 000863 00 1 5 TC Elbow 1 BE 000865 00 1 5 TC ButterflyValve 1 BE 000630 00 1 5 TC Cap 3 BE 000627 00 1 x 1 Barb 1 BE 000633 00 1 5 TC Clamp 8 BE 000868 00 1 5 Gasket 8 BE 001739 00 4 TC Clamp 1 BE 001738 00 4 TC Gasket 1 BE 001758 00 Foot 3 BE 001782 00 Squirt Bottle 1 Pleasecheckyourboxtomakesureyouhave receivedallparts NOTE Some parts will be partially assembled to prot...

Page 3: ...tthemairdrythoroughly Aclean surfacewillinstantlypassivateonceitisdry leavingadurablecorrosionresistantsurface CLEANINPLACE CIP TheBlichmannCIPSprayBallwasspecificallydesignedforusewithhomebrewingpumpsandworksgreattoquicklyremove heavysoilfromthefermentorafterfermentation Pleaserefertotheproduct smanualformoreinformation Somesurfacesand components likethelidsealanduppertri clampgasketsmayneedtobes...

Page 4: ...Y 1 5 Tri Clamp 1 5 Tri ClampGasket 1 5 Tri ClampCap Figure1 NOTE Beforeeachusesoakallfittings valves o rings andlidsealinasanitizingsolution Toensurethatthe insideoftheasepticvalveissanitized disassembleand soakinsanitizer NOTE Ifyouareusingtheoptionallegextensions itis notnecessarytousetheelbow andthiswillallowthe trubandyeasttoflowmorefreely Simplyinstallthe valvedirectlyontothebottomdumpfittin...

Page 5: ...SSEMBLY AssembletheBrassTee HandleandtheBoltasshown Placearoundthelidandflangeandengagethelatchoverthebolt Initiallytighten theclamptoabout1 2 13mm ofgapbetweenthebandsegments Figure5 NOTE ALWAYSapplyadabofVaselineordropofoilonthethreadsofthedrawboltbeforeeachusetopreventwearandgallingofthe threads GalledorwornthreadsareNOTcoveredunderwarranty BEFORE USE SPRAY ALL SURFACES WITH STARSAN AND ASSEMBL...

Page 6: ...en the cap Pull on the ring to verify that operation is smooth and the PRV fully extends Install the spring type filter to the boss on the underside of the PRV port Figure 9 This is requried to prevent debris from passing through the PRV WARNING Release all pressure and remove the PRV from the lid before removing the lid clamp NEVER tamper with the PRV The PRV is an emergency pressure release ONLY...

Page 7: ...t water and completely disassemble the fermentor and fittings Soak the fittings and seals in hot PBW solution Scrub the fermentor and lid with a soft scouring pad and ordinary dish detergent or your favorite non chlorine cleans er such as PBW and rinse and dry thoroughly MAINTENANCE Inspect lid seal and o rings before each use If they have cuts abrasion or have taken a permanent set replace them N...

Page 8: ... it also gives a perceived thinner body and also a harsher presentation of the hop bitterness The panel found the traditional lager method to produce the best overall flavor but the 15 PSI at room temperature produced the best balance of ester reduction and hop flavor quality While esters are reduced also is diacetyl Not from the pressure rather from the higher fermentation temperature At low leve...

Page 9: ...ve 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 PROCEDURE Connect a clear 1 ID X 24 long hose to the bottom dump valve with the hose barb fitting provided and place the other end into a suitable container If you are not harvesting the yeast the hose and fitting do not need to be sanitized If yo...

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Page 11: ... by way of state or federal law including any implied warranty of merchantability or any implied warranty of fitness is limited in duration to the terms of this limited warranty and is limited in scope of coverage to this warranty Blichmann Engineering disclaims any express or implied warranty including any implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose or merchantability on items excluded f...

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