BLICHMANN ENGINEERING BL904 Command Stand User Guide

: June 4, 2024
: BLICHMANN ENGINEERING

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
What’s In the Box?
Assembling the Stand
Compatible Accessories
Cable Management
Blichmann Engineering Product Warranty
Documents / Resources

Command Stand™
User Guide

Assembly, Operation, & Maintenance
Congratulations on your purchase and thank you for selecting the Command Stand™ from Blichmann Engineering™. We are confident that it will provide you with years of service and many gallons of outstanding beer. This manual will familiarize you with the use, assembly, and sanitation procedures for the product.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

PLEASE READ AND THOROUGHLY UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO USE FOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION!
WARNING:
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.
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.
IMPORTANT
Sections labeled “Important” should specifically be followed to ensure satisfactory results with the product. :
Brewing has inherent hazards and requires care, focus, and a mindset of safety and precaution. Hot liquids, steam, flame, electricity, heavy lifting, slippery surfaces, cuts, and harsh chemicals to name a few.

Always thoroughly read and understand all product manuals before using the product.
Always keep children and pets safely away from the brewing area.
Always wear protective clothing, safety glasses/goggles, shoes, and burn/chemical-resistant gloves.
Always use GFCI-protected circuits for ALL electrical equipment.
Always keep flame away from flammable surfaces.
Always brew on hard surfaces such as concrete.
Always disconnect electrical equipment from power and propane tanks after each use.
Never lift hot and/or heavy liquids.
Never use drugs or alcohol while brewing.
Never leave the brewing area unattended.

What’s In the Box?

BLICHMANN ENGINEERING BL904 Command Stand - Whats In the
Box

Assembling the Stand

Install all pieces and accessories before installing the Command Stand Cover labeled below.

| Item Number| Description| Quantity
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A| BE-000040-00| Black #6 Screw| 18
B| BE-000043-00| 10-24 x 3/8” Phillips Screw| 8
C| BE-000019-00| 1/4 x 1/2 Screw| 8
D| BE-000029-00| 1/4” Nut| 12
E| BE-001627-00| 27mm Grommet| 2
F| BE-001215-00| Tie Holder| 2
G| BE-000048-00| 1/4” Washer| 8
H| BE-500012-00| Leveling Foot| 4
I| TOP-048-01| Leg – LH| 2
J| TOP-049-01| Leg – RH| 2
K| BE-001584-01| Command Stand™ Body| 1
L| TOP-050-01| Command Stand™ Cover| 1
M| BE-000287-03| Controller Bracket| 1
N| BE-001215-00| 12” Cable Tie| 2

Hardware leftover for mounting the RipTide™ and BrewCommander™. (not included in the base model)

| Item Number| Description| Quantity
---|---|---|---
B| BE-000043-00| 10-24 x 3/8” Phillips Screw| 4
C| BE-000019-00| 1/4 x 1/2 Screw| 2
D| BE-000029-00| 1/4” Nut| 2
G| BE-000048-00| 1/4” Washer| 4

Use the included hole plugs to cover any holes, not in use.

| Item Number| Description| Quantity
---|---|---|---
| BE-001605-00| 1/4” Hole Plug| 8
| BE-001507-00| 8mm Hole Plug| 6

BLICHMANN ENGINEERING BL904 Command Stand - Assembling the
Stand

Compatible Accessories

BrewCommander™
Power Controller
Tower of Power™ Controller
HopRocket™
RIMS-Rocket™
low Control Manifold
Therminator™
RipTide™ Brewing Pump
March™ Pump
SparkBox™

BLICHMANN ENGINEERING BL904 Command Stand - Compatible
Accessories

Cable Management

Install the grommet on the RipTide™ power cable and extension cord (not included) as shown in Figure 1. Install the other grommet on the end of the RipTide™ power cord and on your BrewCommander™ 120V power cord as shown in Figure 2. Install the back plate to the body with the black #6 screws on the top as shown in Figure 3. Install the grommet into the back plate as shown in Figure 4. Install the black #6 screws to the bottom of the back plate and install the grommet as shown in Figure 5.

BLICHMANN ENGINEERING BL904 Command Stand - Cable Management
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Installation Tips:

Rolling grommet over plug ends makes installation easier
Store excess pump cord inside Command Stand™ channel
Install grommets to the back plate after fastening the back plate to the body.

Blichmann Engineering Product Warranty

A. Limited Warranty

Blichmann Engineering warrants to the original purchaser that this product will be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase by the customer. Proof of
purchase is required. Blichmann Engineering’s obligation to repair or replace defective materials or workmanship is the sole obligation of Blichmann Engineering under this limited warranty.
This product is for home use only. The limited warranty covers only those defects that arise as a result of normal use of the product and does not cover any other problems, including, but not limited to, those that arise as a result of:
a. Improper maintenance or modification;
b. Damage due to incorrect voltage or improper wiring by the customer;
c. Operation outside of the product’s specifications;
d. Carelessness or neglect to operate the product in accordance with instructions provided with the product;
e. Damaging the tamper label on the product;
f. Damage by over-tightening the fasteners;
g. Failure to follow cleaning and/or maintenance procedures; or
h. Exceeding published operational temperatures.
Blichmann Engineering reserves the right to request delivery of the defective component for inspection before processing the warranty claim. If Blichmann Engineering receives, during the applicable warranty period, notice
of a defect in any component that is covered by the warranty, Blichmann Engineering shall either repair or replace the defective component with a new or rebuilt component at Blichmann Engineering’s option.
Blichmann Engineering must be notified within seven (7) days of the delivery date of any shipping damage. The customer is responsible for shipping damage outside of this time period. Approval for return must be provided by
Blichmann Engineering prior to any return. The customer is responsible for keeping all original packaging material for warranty returns. Blichmann Engineering is not responsible for damage from improperly packaged warranty
returns, and these repair costs will be the sole responsibility of the customer. Shipping costs for warranty returns are covered only for the contiguous United States.
Blichmann Engineering’s limited warranty is valid in any country where the product is distributed.

B. Limitations of Warranty

Any implied warranty that is found to arise by way of state or federal law, including any implied warranty of merchantability or any implied warranty of fitness, is limited in duration to the terms of this limited warranty and is limited in the scope of coverage to this warranty. Blichmann Engineering disclaims any express or implied warranty, including any implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose or merchantability, on items excluded from coverage as set forth in this limited warranty.
Blichmann Engineering makes no warranty of any nature beyond that contained in this limited warranty. No one has the authority to enlarge, amend, or modify this limited warranty, and Blichmann Engineering does not authorize anyone to create any other obligation for it regarding this product.
Blichmann Engineering is not responsible for any representation, promise, or warranty made by any independent dealer or another person beyond what is expressly stated in this limited warranty. Any selling or servicing dealer is not Blichmann Engineering’s agent, but an independent entity.

C. Limitations of Liability

The remedies provided in this warranty are the customer’s sole and exclusive remedies.
Except for the obligations specifically set forth in this warranty, in no event shall Blichmann Engineering be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, whether based on contract, tort, or any other legal theory and whether or not advised of the possibility of such damages.
This warranty does not cover, and in no event shall Blichmann Engineering be liable for, travel, lodging, or any other expense incurred due to manufacturing defects in material and workmanship, or any other reason.
Any performance of repairs after the warranty coverage period has expired or performance of repairs regarding anything excluded from coverage after this limited warranty shall be considered goodwill repairs and they will not alter the terms of this limited warranty, or extend any warranty coverage period.
The venue for any legal proceedings relating to or arising out of this warranty shall be in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States, in which courts will have exclusive jurisdiction.

D. Local Law

This warranty gives the customer specific legal rights. The customer may also have other rights that vary from state to state in the United States or other countries.
To the extent that this warranty is inconsistent with local law, it shall be deemed modified, only to the extent necessary to be consistent with such local law.

This product uses food-grade materials anywhere the product touches the beverage.
Warning: This product contains or may contain chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Command Stand™ V2
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