Take the supplied
Teflon Tape
and wrap the threads in the same direction as the
threads rotate (clockwise direction when looking at the thread - see pictures below)
Apply Teflon Tape to:
1. Threads at the bottom of the
Conical Fermenter Body
(white to grey)
2. Threads on the
Collection Ball
(white to grey)
3. Threads on the
Thermowell
(brass to white)
ALERT: Be very careful with the threads - if you cross thread, the warranty
is no longer valid on the damaged parts.
Always tape in a clockwise direction
There’s an Assembly video - www.FastBrewing.com
NOTE: You might need 6-10 layers of tape.
If any connection leaks during a leak test, it requires more layers of tape.
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FastFerment Set Up -
Taping
Step 1:
Carefully without cross threading, thread the taped thermowell into the hole
If you cross thread the thermowell, the warranty is void.
Step 2:
Attach the solid end of the
Union Valve
to the
Conical Fermenter Body. *
Only
screw the valve to where it touches the conical, don’t overtighten or
this could break the threads off and won’t be under warranty.
Step 3:
Screw on one set of
Union Valve Fittings
to the
Collection Ball
Step 4:
Attach the
Hose
to the
Hose Barb
Step 5:
Attach the
Collection Ball
to the
Union Valve
and open the
Union Valve
Step 6:
Insert the
Grommet
into the hole on the top of the
6” Screw Top
Step 7:
Insert the
Airlock
into the
Grommet
Step 8:
Place the completed
FastFerment
into the
Wall Mounts
using the
Side Insert Bolts
or the stand.
FastFerment Set Up - Assembly
Important!
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Step 10:
If leak test produces no leaks, sanitize and begin your first batch by screwing on the
6” Screw Top
with the
Hollow Rubber
Gasket
to completed the closed system.
Step 9:
Do a leak test by filling the FastFerment with water to ensure that
everything seals properly. We suggest leaving it for a minimum of 5-6
hours. If there is a leak, add a few extra layers of tape.
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Pop the handle off the valve
Place the knobs in the matching divits
Tighten the valve in
clockwise rotation
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Tighten the Valve
Simple Steps for Using FastFerment
Pour ingredients
into
FastFerment
Screw on lid
with
airlock
Allow time for primary
fermentation with
valve
open
When primary fermentation
is done, close the
valve
Remove the
collection ball
Dump, clean & sanitize
the
collection ball
Or, harvest the yeast to reuse
Reattach the
collection ball
Open the
valve
Allow time for secondary
fermentation with
valve
open
When primary fermentation
is done, turn off
valve
Remove the
collection ball
Bottle or keg & enjoy!
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Attach the
filling hose
Adjust the
hose clamp
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Suggested Equipment for WineMaking
FastFerment
7.9 Gallon (30L) Conical Fermenter
FastFerment
SS Hop Filter (
FastBrewing
Accessory)
FastWasher12
Bottle Washer
FastRack12
Rack & Tray
PBW (or similar cleaner)
StarSan Sanitizer (or similar sanitizer) & Spray Bottle
Bottle Brush (long handled nylon bristle brush)
Thermometer (
FastBrewing
Accessory)
Hydrometer
Graduated Cylinder (optional – for sampling Starting Gravity)
Plastic Stirring Spoon (Food Grade Plastic)
Corks
Corker
Wine Bottles
Degasser
Making Wine with FastFerment
It is recommended that if you are using any
grape skins, wood chips or other flavoring items
larger than a 1/4” (0.64cm) diameter, you should
use our Hop Filter in the FastFerment
during fermentation for easy retrieval.
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