HopBlocker
TM
Operation, Assembly & Maintenance Manual
Congratulations on your purchase and thank you for selecting the HopBlocker
TM
boil kettle filtration
system 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 assembly and use of the
filter system.
**** PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY PRIOR TO USE FOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ****
Caution:
Brew pots and the HopBlocker
tm
are obviously hot during use and scalds and burns are
an ever-present hazard. Always use protective gloves, long sleeve shirts, long pants, and
protective footwear when brewing.
If you do not understand the proper use of the product or have any questions, contact
your retailer or Blichmann Engineering (www.BlichmannEngineering.com) before use.
Assembly & Installation:
Ensure you have the main filter body, and the sliding shield with finger pull
as shown in Fig 1. Please contact your Retailer if any parts are missing.
Installation Procedure
The HopBlocker
tm
was specifically designed for use in Blichmann Engineering
BoilerMaker
tm
brew pots. However, the product can be adapted by the
customer for use in other pots and keg based kettles, but filtration
performance may be reduced.
Fig. 1