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Fermenator G4 V2

© Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2021 

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

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Blichmann Engineering Product Warranty

  A. Limited Warranty

      1. Blichmann Engineering provides a limited lifetime warranty to the original purchaser that this product will be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship. Proof of purchase is required. Blichmann Engineering’s  

          obligation to repair or replace defective materials or workmanship is the sole obligation of Blichmann Engineering under this limited warranty.

 

a. Excluded from this limited warranty are seals, gaskets, accessories, and normal wear and tear.

      2. This product is for home use only. The limited warranty covers only those defects that arise as a result of normal use of the product and does not cover any other problems, including, but not limited to, those that arise as a  

           result of:

 

a.  Improper maintenance or modification;

 

b.  Damage due to incorrect voltage or improper wiring by customer;

 

c.  Operation outside of the product’s specifications;

 

d.  Carelessness or neglect to operate the product in accordance with instructions provided with the product;

 

e.  Damaging the tamper label on the product;

 

f.   Damage by over-tightening the fasteners;

 

g.  Failure to follow cleaning and / or maintenance procedures; or

 

h.  Exceeding published operational temperatures.

      3. Blichmann Engineering reserves the right to request delivery of the defective component for inspection before processing the warranty claim. If Blichmann Engineering receives, during the applicable warranty period, notice  

          of a defect in any component that is covered by the warranty, 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. Customer is responsible for keeping all original packaging material for warranty returns. Blichmann Engineering is not responsible for damage from improperly packaged warranty  

          returns, and these repair costs will be the sole responsibility of the customer. Shipping costs for warrantee returns are covered only for the contiguous United States.

      5. Blichmann Engineering’s limited warranty is valid in any country where the product is distributed. 

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  B. Limitations of Warranty

      1. Any implied warranty that is found to arise 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 from 

 

          coverage as set forth in this limited warranty.

      2. Blichmann Engineering makes no warranty of any nature beyond that contained in this limited warranty. No one has authority to enlarge, amend, or modify this limited warranty, and Blichmann Engineering does not authorize  

          anyone to create any other obligation for it regarding this product.

      3. Blichmann Engineering is not responsible for any representation, promise, or warranty made by any independent dealer or other person beyond what is expressly stated in this limited warranty. Any selling or servicing dealer  

           is not Blichmann Engineering’s agent, but an independent entity.

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  C. Limitations of Liability

      1. The remedies provided in this warranty are the customer’s sole and exclusive remedies.

      2. Except for the obligations specifically set forth in this warranty, in no event shall Blichmann Engineering be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, whether based on contract, tort, or any other 

 

          legal theory and whether or not advised of the possibility of such damages.

      3. This warranty does not cover, and in no event shall Blichmann Engineering be liable for, travel, lodging, or any other expense incurred due to manufacturing defects in material and workmanship, or any other reason.

      4. Any performance of repairs after the warranty coverage period has expired or performance of repairs regarding anything excluded from coverage after this limited warranty shall be considered good-will repairs and they will  

          not alter the terms of this limited warranty, or extend any warranty coverage period.

      5. Venue for any legal proceedings relating to or arising out of this warranty shall be in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States, which courts will have exclusive jurisdiction.

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  D. Local Law

      1. This warranty gives the customer specific legal rights. The customer may also have other rights that vary from state to state in the United States or other countries.

      2. To the extent that this warranty is inconsistent with local law, it shall be deemed modified, only to the extent necessary to be consistent with such local law.

This product uses food grade materials anywhere the product touches the beverage.   

Warning: This product contains or may contain chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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...

Page 10: ...Fermenator G4 V2 Blichmann Engineering LLC 2021 For replacement parts visit blichmannengineering com genuine replacement parts 10 BLOW OFF KIT ...

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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