i.
Minimum refining time will vary depending on the ingredients used. If cocoa nibs are
used, the minimum refining time to achieve a smooth chocolate is 12/24 hours. Note:
Chocolate can become over-refined, leading to a sticky, unpleasant feeling on the
palate.
j.
After the batch is finished, turn off the power.
k. For the Premier Chocolate Refiner, remove the stones making sure they are positioned
on their side so as not to roll away. Empty the drum’s content in a bowl with the aid of a
spatula.
l.
For the Tilting Premier Chocolate Refiner, release the tilt stop latch on the side and
gently tilt the machine to empty the drum. Tilt slowly to prevent spillage. (For detailed
instructions, please see section on operating the Tilting Mechanism).
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Caution: Always be sure that the roller stones are locked in place inside the drum before
attempting to empty the contents. Because the roller stones hold the drum in place, removal of
the stones will cause the drum to disengage from the base of the machine when it is tilted.
m. Always be sure to filter your chocolate in a regular mesh sieve to catch any impurities
and uncrushed nibs.
n. Do not under any circumstances store the product in the machine after the batch has
finished.
o. Pour the chocolate into airtight storage containers or proceed directly to tempering and
finish molding.
Cleaning and Sanitizing
a. Once the contents of the drum have been emptied, return the drum to vertical position
- if applicable. It is now safe to remove the roller stones and drum to wipe clean any
remaining product.
b. Carefully disassemble each component of the machine and using a scrub brush with
soap, wash well under warm running water to help remove any product that remains.
c. Washed utensils and equipment shall be rinsed with running water so that abrasives and
cleaning chemicals are removed or diluted through the use of water.
d. Once every component is completely clean of any residue, proceed with submerging
every item in an appropriate dilution of your sanitizer of choice, for example: 1 oz Star
San per 5 gallons of hot water (160°F/70°C).
e. Leave the components submerged for a minimum of 1 minute to a maximum of 5.
Alternatively, the sanitizer can be applied with a spray bottle. The sanitizer does not
require rinsing when used at the recommended dilution.
f.
Place on a wire rack to air dry.
Recipe Pointers
Sweeteners
The sugar used should be standard white granulated cane sugar.
