Fermenator G4 V2
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NOTE:
We recommend a trial assembly of your new Fermenator
™
G4 before using it to ferment so you are familiar with the procedures
and are sure you have all the parts. When you are ready to use the fermentor for an actual brewing session, read the sanitizing
procedures before assembling your Fermenator
™
since many parts are sanitized before assembly.
NOTE:
Some of the components have not been pre-assembled at the factory to prevent shipping damage.
BOTTOM DUMP
Assemble the bottom dump assembly as shown in
Figure 1
using a 1.5” gasket between each flange. Orient the clamps and valve as
shown so that they clear the floor and tank and do not interfere with the rotation of the valve handle. Be sure the handle of the valve
faces up, and that the handle rotates outward. Then attach the assembly onto the tank, again using a 1.5” gasket.
ASSEMBLY
1.5” Tri-Clamp
1.5” Tri-Clamp Gasket
1.5” Tri-Clamp Cap
Figure 1
NOTE:
Before each use soak all fittings, valves, o-rings
and lid seal in a sanitizing solution. To ensure that the
inside of the aseptic valve is sanitized, disassemble and
soak in sanitizer.
NOTE:
If you are using the optional leg extensions, it is
not necessary to use the elbow, and this will allow the
trub and yeast to flow more freely. Simply install the
valve directly on to the bottom dump fitting. You’ll be
pressure testing all the fittings during the sanitation
process, so if a leak is present you’ll be able to tighten it
then.
ASEPTIC VALVE AND ROTATING RACKING ARM
Install the 2 QuickConnect™ caps onto the ends of the aseptic valve. Mount the aseptic valve to the rotating racking arm as shown in
Figure 2
with a tri-clamp and gasket. Install the racking arm and aseptic valve to the tank with a tri-clamp and gasket as shown in
Figure
3
(leg lock)
Figure 3
1.5” Tri-Clamp
1.5” Tri-Clamp Gasket
QuickConnector™
Cap
Figure 2
QuickConnector™
Cap
Retaining Clip
Aseptic Valve
During operation, install the racking arm horizontally to
keep this from filling with sediment.
Tip:
The racking valve will always face the handles direction.
