Fermenator™
© Blichmann Engineering, LLC 2019
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Fermenator
Operation, Assembly, Maintenance
Congratulations on your purchase, and thank you for selecting the Fermenator™
stainless conical fermentor 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 of the product.
Sections labeled “Warning” can lead to serious injury or death if not followed. Please thoroughly read these sections
and understand them completely before use. If you do not understand them or have any questions, contact your
retailer or Blichmann Engineering (www.BlichmannEngineering.com) before use.
Sections labeled “Caution” can lead to equipment damage or unsatisfactory performance of the equipment. Please
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:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PLEASE READ AND THOROUGHLY UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO USE
FOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION!
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual is for the F3-7, 14.5, and 27 gallon tri-clamp models and optional leg extensions, casters and blow-off assembly. If you purchased
the optional 42 gallon modular extension for the 27 gallon model, or the complete 42 gallon model, you will have received a supplemental manual
with the extension. This manual is broken down into the following sections:
Assembly:
Proper assembly procedures to ensure reliable, safe, leak-free operation of your Fermenator
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. Be sure to read the sanitizing
section before the first use your Fermenator
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since most parts are sanitized before assembly. We recommend an initial assembly
to familiarize you with the process prior to your first use.
Sanitation:
Steps to properly sanitize your fermentor before each use.
Operation:
Techniques to get the most out of your fermentor.
Storage & Maintenance:
Get years of service by properly maintaining and storing your fermentor.