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Blichmann Engineering, LLC   2015 

                                                                                                                          

 For replacement parts visit blichmannengineering.com/genuine-replacement-parts

 

 

 

 

TopTier

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Modular Brewing Stand

 

 
 

Operation, Assembly & Maintenance Manual 

 

Congratulations on your purchase, and thank you for selecting the TopTier

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 brewing stand 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, installation procedures, and use of the TopTier

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 brew stand 

and accessories. 

 

**** PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY PRIOR TO USE FOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION **** 

 
IMPORTANT !! 
 

Danger: 

Sections labeled “Danger” are critical to follow and understand to reduce risk of serious injury or 
death.  Please read these thoroughly 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.  Do NOT at ANY time operate the product until 
you have thoroughly read and understood these instructions! 

 
 
Warning: 

Sections labeled “Warning” can lead to serious injury or death if not followed.  Please read 
these thoroughly 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. 

 
 
Caution: 

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.

 

 

Assembly: 

 

Содержание TopTier

Страница 1: ...s injury or death Please read these thoroughly 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 Do NOT at ANY time operate the product until you have thoroughly read and understood these instructions Warning Sections labeled Warning can lead to serious injury or death...

Страница 2: ... items are shipped with each stand Box 1 6ft aluminum mast Box 2 4 black legs 6 stainless steel arms 3 LH 3 RH 1 Gas regulator Bag 1 2 wheels 2 wheel brackets 2 axle bolts 2 3 8 nuts and lock washers 4 5 16 X long bolt and nuts Bag 2 14 T slot plates bars with 3 threaded holes Bag 3 42 5 16 X 1 2 long bolts and washers 2 P clips used to affix your gas piping to the mast 2 5 16 X 1 3 4 bolt with 2 ...

Страница 3: ...e surface or hard floor Install the t slot plates on the legs using the 5 16 hardware Note that the washers are installed between the head of the bolt and the inside surface of the leg You will need to install 2 plates on each leg Next thread a leveling foot in each leg as shown in Fig 2 Caution ALWAYS use the washer between the head of the bolt and the leg Failure to use the washer will cause the...

Страница 4: ...rom the pots to be borne by the mast instead of the legs Failure to have the mast resting on the floor will add excessive load to the legs possible leading to failure and severe personal injury from burns and falling objects Assembling the Burner Tiers Each burner is shipped with all legs assembled To mount it onto the mast the arms 1LH 1RH and the torsion brackets 1RH 1LH must be assembled prior ...

Страница 5: ...he burner assembly Referring to Fig 12 install a t slot plate on the inside of each arm as was done for installing the legs Again only thread the bolts in about 1 turn to make installing the tier onto the mast easier Caution ALWAYS use the washer between the head of the bolt and the tier arm Failure to use the washer will cause the bolt to penetrate too deeply into the t slot and possibly damage t...

Страница 6: ...y of the burner tiers Assembling the Shelf Tiers Using the hardware provided with the shelf tier install the angle brackets onto the bottom side of the shelf as shown in fig 14 Note that the heads of the screws should be on the top of the shelf so they do not interfere with coolers placed on the shelf Next install the arms on the INSIDE of the angle brackets as shown in Fig 15 Also shown in Fig 15...

Страница 7: ...t is helpful to have someone assist you in installing them Position the tier in the desired location and tighten the t slot plate bolts slightly so they can be adjusted as needed in the leveling step that follows Tip The tiers can be installed on all 4 sides of the mast As shown in Fig 17 use a carpenter s level and level the burner front to back and side to side Tightening the nuts snugly 20 ft l...

Страница 8: ...u need you can piece shorter nipples together wuth pipe couplings Or most hardware stores can cut the pipe to the exact length you need Install the orifice spring damper and needle valve onto the burner venturi as shown in Fig 18 and 19 The spring goes on the brass fitting between the damper and the fitting Connect the stainless steel flexible metal bellows tube to the needle valve and secure to t...

Страница 9: ...erence for designing your manifold based on your specific configuration TIP Orient the burner venturi s the end with the damper to face you when you operate the stand and locate the manifold on the side facing you This makes it easier to adjust the burner output and ignite the burners If you have located a tier 90 deg from another tier there are a few additional pipe fittings you will need to purc...

Страница 10: ...You will need to purchase 2 2 nipples 1 90 deg elbow and a pipe coupling to complete this piping These parts are not included with the product but are readily available at any hardware store or home improvement center This concludes assembly of the TopTier brew stand Note that you can easily reconfigure your stand at any time or partially disassemble for transport or storage Fig 23 Tighten this nu...

Страница 11: ...ndoors Do not use this equipment while drinking alcohol or while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs This product like any gas appliance can be extremely dangerous and can cause burns scalds or start a fire Misuse of outdoor cooking equipment can result in personal injury and property damage This product generates carbon monoxide gas NEVER operate this product indoors or in any confined ...

Страница 12: ...ds from or into a pot or cooler ALWAYS Use only Blichmann Engineering burners shelves and accessories on this stand ALWAYS Let equipment cool completely after use before moving Tier Location While the burner and shelf tiers can physically be located on any of the 4 faces of the mast and at any height it is imperative to keep the center of gravity as low as possible for safe stable operation It is ...

Страница 13: ...hole at the flame and turn the air damper until the flame is slightly yellow Then slowly turn it back until the flame turns pale blue and is still touching the nozzles in the burner casting If the flame lifts off of the nozzles or you hear a low grumbling from the flame it is getting too much air through the damper and you will need to close it slightly If it is yellow there is not adequate air an...

Страница 14: ...m use or misuse of this product This product is intended for OUTDOOR home use only No warranty or guarantee of suitability express or implied is given for commercial use or indoor use of this product Blichmann Engineering must be notified within 7 days of the delivery date of any hidden shipping damage Customer is responsible for shipping damage outside of this time period Customer is responsible ...

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