BoilerMaker™ V7
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Installation of the Dip Tube
The unique design of the dip tube assembly allows removal/installation without tools. Simply pull the dip tube directly out of
the drain fitting for removal. To reinstall, wet the dip tube with water, insert it into the fitting, and rotate it until the pin engages
the small hole in the fitting. When properly seated, the tube will “snap” into the O-ring groove and provide an excellent seal.
Since the boil kettle is on the hot side of the process, it is not necessary to have these components sanitized before use.
Simply having them clean and free of soil is adequate. It is not necessary to remove the fittings or O-rings for cleaning after
each use.
If you do want to remove them for periodic cleaning or replacement, O-ring replacement kits are available at your retailer. To
reinstall the dip tube fitting, use the following sequence to ensure a tight leak free joint:
Reinstall the O-ring in the inside of the bulkhead fitting after inspecting for tears or cuts. If any are found, replace the seal.
Insert the bulkhead fitting into the kettle as shown in Fig. 5a. Then place the large O-ring in the groove on the face of the
valve. Turn the bulkhead fitting to thread it into the valve. Take care that the O-ring does not fall out of the groove when
tightening. Do not use Teflon tape on this joint. When hand tight, use a wrench on the flats of the valve and a socket and
torque wrench on the bulkhead fitting to tighten to 40 ft-lb (54 N-m) (
shown in Fig. 6
).
*** Safety should be the highest priority of any brewer. Use common sense! ***
Do not IN ANY SITUATION lift or move any kettle when full EVEN IF FILLED WITH COLD WATER!
Use a pump or siphon/gravity drain to move liquids from one kettle to another! Pots of this size are extremely
heavy when full and lifting can cause back injury and severe burns. The handles are provided solely for mov-
ing the EMPTY kettle. Do not risk injury to yourself or others to save a few minutes of inconvenience.
ALWAYS
brew on a solid non-flammable surface such as concrete to prevent accidental tipping. Asphalt
surfaces may soften and settle with heat, so avoid those surfaces as well. Ensure that your burner is stable
and the kettle is centered on it.
NEVER
brew where children are, or may be present, and never leave your brew kettle unattended.
As indicated earlier, high BTU burners can cause overheating of the external components. It is important to
ensure that excessive heat from burner is shielded from these components. Excessive heat can damage
the seals in the valve, the valve grip, the BrewMometer™ seals, and cause boiling in the level gauge. These
failures are not covered under warranty.
Using the BoilerMaker™ Brew Kettle
WARNING:
CAUTION:
Figure 2b
Fig. 5a
Fig. 5b
Fig. 6
