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TABLE OF CONTENTS

VESSI™ FERMENTOR & DISPENSER SAFETY

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Important Safeguards ��4

VESSI™ FERMENTOR & DISPENSER OVERVIEW

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Parts and Features ��5

From Pitch to Pour In as Little as 7 Days ��7

VESSI™ FERMENTOR & DISPENSER PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

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Tools and Parts Provided ��8

Tools Needed ��8

Parts and Accessories Needed ��9

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

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LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

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SETTING UP YOUR VESSI™ FERMENTOR & DISPENSER

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Unpacking ��12

Installing the CO

Tank ��12

Preparing Vessi™ Fermentor & Dispenser for Use ��16

CLEANING AND SANITIZING YOUR VESSI™ FERMENTOR & DISPENSER

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Disassembling the Sediment Removal System (SRS) ��17

Remove Heavy Solids From Vessel ��20

Thorough Cleaning of Vessel and Dispensing Lines ��21

Cleaning the Beverage Lines ��22

Rinsing ��23

Sanitizing ��24

Sediment Removal System (SRS) Assembly ��25

Pressure/Leak Testing ��28

USING YOUR VESSI™ FERMENTOR & DISPENSER

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Preparing for Fermentation ��29

Setting Fermentation Pressure ��31

Setting the Temperature ��33

Monitoring the Fermentation Process ��33

Liquid Injection System (LIS) ��33

Sediment Removal��35

Specific Gravity Measurement ��36

Clarification ��37

Adding Ingredients/Stirring Beverage ��37

Dispensing, Bottling, and Kegging ��38

Accessories and Supplies ��39

WARRANTY

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Page 1: ...FERMENTOR DISPENSER W10894187A ...

Page 2: ...e 16 CLEANING AND SANITIZING YOUR VESSI FERMENTOR DISPENSER 17 Disassembling the Sediment Removal System SRS 17 Remove Heavy Solids From Vessel 20 Thorough Cleaning of Vessel and Dispensing Lines 21 Cleaning the Beverage Lines 22 Rinsing 23 Sanitizing 24 Sediment Removal System SRS Assembly 25 Pressure Leak Testing 28 USING YOUR VESSI FERMENTOR DISPENSER 29 Preparing for Fermentation 29 Setting Fe...

Page 3: ...to the State of California to cause cancer WARNING This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm The above warning applies to electrical components within this product only Components within this product that contact the beverage do not contain the chemicals referred to in the above warning ...

Page 4: ... 11 Use two or more people to move and install Vessi Fermentor Dispenser 12 This fermentor is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety 13 Children should be supervised to en...

Page 5: ...IEW PARTS AND FEATURES Draft tower with faucet Integrated temperature controls 35 F to 80 F CO2 gauge Adjustable Pressure Release Valve APRV 8 gallon insulated conical tank for 5 gallon batch Patent pending Sediment Removal System SRS Heavy duty casters 3 way valve knob ...

Page 6: ...System LIS Modular work surface with integrated drip tray mounts to left side right side or sits on top CO2 supply line Non Adjustable Pressure Relief Valve NAPRV CO2 tank straps for 5 lb CO2 tank Bubbler airlock with adapter Machine compartment VESSI FERMENTOR DISPENSER OVERVIEW PARTS AND FEATURES ...

Page 7: ...in the tank there is no more transferring There is no need to siphon lift or jacket either Everything you need is in one convenient tank with everything on hand to control the fermentation and finishing process This allows you to set the temperature to anywhere between 35 F and 80 F regardless of whether you are in a 32 F or 90 F environment Confidence Vessi Fermentor Dispenser helps you reduce th...

Page 8: ...cet wrench SRS handle Sediment Removal System SRS SRS rebuild kit 1 double ring gasket 4 large o rings 2 small o rings 2 ball seats 2 end cap seats Bubbler air lock Hex wrench 8 cleaning cap gasket and tri clamp factory installed 2 cleaning cap gasket and tri clamp factory installed TOOLS NEEDED 2 Phillips screwdriver 7 16 wrench Large adjustable wrench ...

Page 9: ...aking samples Spray bottle 1 2 gallon pitcher All purpose brush toothbrush Dip tube brush for draft and CO2 lines Non scratch scrub sponge Highly recommended Additional Useful Tools and Accessories not included Brew kettle Large stainless steel spoon Thermometer Wort chiller Measuring equipment Siphon tube Faucet plug 5 gallon bucket Faucet lock to keep faucet from moving Spray bottle 2 tri clamp ...

Page 10: ...ed 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock WARNING Voltage 115 VAC Frequency 60 Hz Current 1 7 Amps Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet 14 wide 61cm 24 wide 36 wide 92 cm 24 24 39 ...

Page 11: ...ain for the duration of the fermenting process and dispensing period WARNING Explosion Hazard Do not store CO2 tank in areas that reach temperatures above 125 F Doing so can result in death explosion or serious injury Vessi Fermentor Dispenser is designed to function i e to ferment and dispense in ambient environments that are between 32 F and 90 F Place the Vessi Fermentor Dispenser on a flat lev...

Page 12: ...ters in the rear and 2 non swivel locking casters in the front Push the fermentor from the front keeping the swivel casters forward for proper steering Set the fermentor in place and if desired lock the 2 front casters 5 Remove accessory bag from inside the vessel and from the base shelf Unpack and dispose of recycle all packaging materials INSTALLING THE CO2 TANK WARNING Asphyxiation Hazard Do no...

Page 13: ...control panel is in the Off position 4 Using an adjustable wrench screw the regulator onto the CO2 tank so that the regulator is protruding to the left and the gauges are facing out 5 Connect the white CO2 supply line to the regulator The supplied regulator has a push lock fitting Firmly push the white CO2 supply line into the push lock fitting until it locks into place Pull down on the line to ch...

Page 14: ...ase CO2 tank output pressure turn the regulator knob clockwise while monitoring the pressure on the output gauge To decrease CO2 tank output pressure alternately turn the regulator knob a 1 4 turn counterclockwise and release pressure using the pressure relief valve Listen for any gas leaks NOTE The CO2 tank output pressure should be approximately 5 psi above your intended fermentation pressure Pr...

Page 15: ...e is Off pressurizing the LIS or pressurizing the fermentation vessel TO REPLACE THE CO2 TANK 1 Close the CO2 tank valve 2 Relieve pressure to the gas line by pulling on the regulator pressure relief valve Collar 3 Remove white CO2 supply line from the regulator Press up on the collar while pulling down on the gas line NOTE Remove the CO2 tank regulator before taking the empty CO2 tank to be refil...

Page 16: ... on either side of the cabinet NOTE If the fermentor is being placed adjacent to or in a cabinet the posts and shims can be removed for a flush fit 4 Install the faucet tower Remove the faucet tower from its packaging Remove the 4 screws holding the black gasket to the console Align the faucet tower and black gasket with the 4 screw holes in the console Black gasket 5 Loosely screw in all 4 stainl...

Page 17: ... of the SRS and 3 gallons of sanitizing liquid in a bucket Follow sanitizer manufacturer s directions IMPORTANT Do not use bleach to sanitize the fermentor Bleach can damage stainless steel surfaces and will void the warranty Do not place SRS components in the dishwasher HELPFUL HINT We recommend using STAR SAN sanitizer For ordering information see the Accessories and Supplies section DISASSEMBLI...

Page 18: ... the grooves in the ball HELPFUL HINT You can use a credit card to pry any of the large o rings out of the grooves 8 Remove the piston from the inside of the ball by pushing it out with your thumbs Remove the 2 small black o rings from the piston Piston HELPFUL HINT Squeeze the o ring while sliding your fingers together to stretch the small o ring out of the groove This will enable you to grasp th...

Page 19: ...rgent and let them soak for a minimum of 15 minutes Scrub all the SRS components with an all purpose brush then transfer them to a bucket of warm rinse water Transfer components to a bucket of sanitizing liquid and let sit for 5 minutes End cap Large o ring White end cap seat White ball seat Double ring gasket Clear plastic ball Large o ring White ball seat Small o ring Piston Small o ring White e...

Page 20: ... vessel and that the tri clamp is securely hand tightened 4 Pour 2 quarts 64 oz of prepared brewers detergent liquid into the vessel Using a non scratch scrub sponge not provided scrub the inside of the vessel as well the groove and neck at the top of the vessel IMPORTANT The inside of the fermentor has a polished finish Use only non scratch scrub sponges 5 Remove the bottom 2 cap to empty content...

Page 21: ...LIS cap into brewers detergent and let soak for 1 minute Replace cap Let the LIS soak for at least 15 minutes LIS cap 2 Using the 90 squeeze bottle inject brewers detergent into vessel CO2 port located on the throat of the vessel Use a dip tube brush not provided to clean inside the CO2 port CO2 port 3 Refill the 90 squeeze bottle and use the entire contents to coat the inside of the vessel Scrub ...

Page 22: ...iquid will begin flowing immediately when the beverage line is inserted into the beverage port Be sure to have a container ready to catch the liquid Also be prepared to disconnect the beverage port after 2 3 seconds See step 4 Place the beverage port cleaning line on the beverage port to start the flow of liquid Allow to flow for 2 3 seconds until clear liquid is being dispensed 4 Disconnect the b...

Page 23: ...bbling in the vessel This should take 2 3 seconds Turn the 3 way valve knob to OFF This will empty the LIS of the liquid 8 Reconnect the beverage port cleaning line Open the faucet and let drain until all liquids are removed Make sure the pressure in the vessel has reached 0 psi NOTE All liquid is removed when CO2 blows through the line More pressure may need to be added if the pressure gauge read...

Page 24: ...itizing liquid Coat the inside of the vessel as well as the groove and neck at the top of the vessel with the sanitizing liquid IMPORTANT Ensure all surfaces have been coated with the sanitizing liquid 5 Inject sanitizing liquid into the vessel CO2 port Empty the remaining contents of the squeeze bottle into the vessel CO2 port 6 Remove the 8 stainless steel cap gasket and tri clamp from the sanit...

Page 25: ...end cap seat Large o ring End cap Screws Screws Stopper Large o ring 1 Insert the large black o rings into the grooves of the white end cap seats Place the end cap seats into the stainless steel end caps Groove Groove Large o ring White end cap seats 2 Insert the 2 small black o rings into the grooves of the piston Groove Groove Small o ring Small o ring 3 Insert the piston halfway down into the c...

Page 26: ...nd 5 for the bottom ball seat White ball seat 6 Place the double ring gasket onto the clear plastic ball Ensure that the gasket is positioned level on the plastic ball 7 Place the plastic ball assembly into the bottom stainless steel end cap 8 1 Check that the smaller circle on the gasket is tight against the plastic ball assembly 2 Check that the gasket is fully seated inside the stainless steel ...

Page 27: ...lied hex wrench partially install the 2 top screws then the 2 bottom screws Fully tighten all 4 screws The gap should now be closed 1 2 3 4 11 Remove the 2 stainless steel cap from the bottom on the vessel Align the gasket and the SRS with the 2 opening at the bottom of the vessel Gasket 12 Attach the SRS with the tri clamp and hand tighten Tri clamp 13 Slide the purge tank onto the bottom of the ...

Page 28: ...ndle back to the original position NOTE The groove may be on the left or right and the stopper may be on the top or bottom depending upon your assembly This is normal Groove Stopper SRS handle 4 Check for any liquid leaking from the SRS If there are no leaks Continue turning the handle back and forth until all sanitizer has been removed from the system Open the faucet to release all CO2 pressure f...

Page 29: ...ng or stirring 2 3 minutes Pure oxygen with a carb stone up to 1 minute TRANSFER FERMENTATION MIXTURE 1 Remove the 8 stainless steel cap gasket and tri clamp from the Vessi Fermentor Dispenser 2 Once the fermentation mixture has reached your recipe s required pitch temperature see yeast package for recommended pitch temperatures transfer the mixture into your Vessi Fermentor Dispenser Be sure to a...

Page 30: ...n vessel gas leaks 1 The vessel gasket may shrink slightly between uses Stretch slightly about 2 to resize 2 Put a fresh coating of sanitizing liquid on the gasket and lid so they are wet to the touch 3 Place the gasket into the groove on the opening of the vessel Ensure that the gasket rib is fully seated into the groove Gasket 4 Place the 8 stainless steel cap on top of the gasket Make sure that...

Page 31: ...ge will rise It is recommended that pressure be set at less than 15 psi for optimal fermentation Once the desired pressure is reached turn the 3 way valve knob to OFF 3 Turn the APRV counterclockwise Listen closely for gas to begin to release Stop turning the APRV immediately Your fermentation pressure is now set 4 Pull up on the APRV to release the pressure Verify on the pressure gauge that the v...

Page 32: ...on to the APRV ensuring the adapter is fitted over the black o ring and is flush with the console Flush fit O ring FERMENTING WITHOUT PRESSURE 1 IMPORTANT Check that the faucet is in the Off back position Turn the APRV counterclockwise and remove the stem Store for later use 2 Remove the bubbler air lock from the sanitizing liquid Make sure the inside of the bubbler adapter is coated with sanitizi...

Page 33: ...own arrow will light if cooling MONITORING THE FERMENTATION PROCESS Monitor pressure Pressure should rise to the set pressure within 24 hours Monitor CO2 release through the bubbler airlock If you are not at your desired pressure after 24 hours adjust the APRV If CO2 is being released through the bubbler air lock but the pressure is above or below your set pressure adjust the APRV as needed If CO2...

Page 34: ...3 if you have more liquid to inject Be sure to keep the vessel pressure at least 5 psi less than the CO2 tank output pressure by pulling the ring on the APRV as necessary 4 Using a 90 squeeze bottle add a small amount 1 4 oz of no rinse sanitizer to the LIS This step flushes the LIS for future use 5 Turn the 3 way valve knob to LIQUID INJECTION Wait 3 4 seconds until you hear gas bubbling into the...

Page 35: ...SRS handle and turn 180 to the end of the groove to allow sediment to dispense into the purge tank Continue to turn the handle back and forth 3 5 times until a large portion of the heavy solids are removed NOTE The groove may be on the left or right and the stopper may be on the top or bottom depending upon your assembly This is normal 5 Replace the purge tank Repeat steps 1thorugh 5 twice per day...

Page 36: ...ob to LIQUID INJECTION Wait 3 4 seconds until you hear gas bubbling into the vessel Turn 3 way valve knob to OFF This ensures the draft line is clear of any sediment that may block the draft line HELPFUL HINT Steps 1 and 2 can also be used to stir your beverage throughout the fermentation process 3 Open the faucet for 2 3 seconds to purge the draft line of any solids and discard 4 Pour a sample fr...

Page 37: ... pressure back to your desired level 2 This process will create additional sediment Remove sediment from the SRS See the Sediment Removal section You may only need to turn the SRS handle once or twice View through the sight glass to determine if at least 1 2 the content is clear beverage Make one more turn to remove the remaining sediment Sediment Clear beverage Sight glass INJECTING CLARIFYING AG...

Page 38: ... Gravity Measurement section DISPENSING BOTTLING AND KEGGING DISPENSING FROM VESSI FERMENTOR DISPENSER Your finished beverage can be dispensed directly from the Vessi Fermentor Dispenser 1 Check that there is no sediment visible in the SRS If sediment is visible follow the steps in the Sediment Removal section 2 Check that your beverage is at your desired serving temperature Pressure relief valve ...

Page 39: ...EGGING AND BOTTLING The Vessi Fermentor Dispenser is equipped with Beverage and CO2 ports for quick and easy bottling and kegging To keg your beverage You will need to purchase the Vessi Fermentor Dispenser Kegging Accessory Part Number WFHKEGA00 Follow the instructions provided To bottle your beverage You will need to purchase the Vessi Fermentor Dispenser Bottler Accessory Part Number WFHBTLR00 ...

Page 40: ...N IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU IF THIS PRODUCT FAILS TO WORK AS WARRANTED CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE REPLACEMENT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS ACCORDING TO THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY W LABS OF WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES This war...

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