Brewolution M07-3 Ferminator Connect Instructions

: June 14, 2024
: Brewolution

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions
About these instructions
General safety
Technical Data
Documents / Resources

INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR Brewolution M07-3
Ferminator Connect MODEL NO.: M07-3 FERMINATOR CONNECT
Instruction manual

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Congratulations on your new Ferminator Connect.
Please follow the instructions in this manual to get the best results and user experience with your Ferminator.
Now you can finally ferment at a precise and stable temperature, which ensures perfect fermentation without any trouble. The Ferminator gives you full control over the fermentation and lets you experiment with completely new flavour notes and profiles. Brew Creator is our new Webapp where you can control your Ferminator and follow your brew in real time, from any modern mobile device or computer.
Besides this manual please also scan the QR code or go to www.brewolution.com for tutorials
Cheers to WiFi temperature-controlled fermenting and data.

Safety Instructions

For your safety and to ensure correct use, please read all the instructions carefully before installing/use.
Always keep up to date with the latest version of the instruction manual online at brewolution.com
To avoid unnecessary faults and accidents, it is important that the persons using the appliance are familiar with the use and the safety measures. Retain all documents for subsequent use or for the next owner. To ensure the safety of lives and properties, it is important that the safety instructions are adhered to, the manufacturer is not liable if you disregard the instructions and warnings in the instruction manual or for damage caused by negligence/modification.

The appliance must only be used for the purpose for which it was manufactured and intended. It must be operated in a safe, fault-free condition and in perfect condition. Check the proper conditions prior to each use.
The appliance is only to be installed in safe conditions and location.

Circumstances that will void the limited warranty and functional guarantee.
If the product or parts of the product has been opened, including if the seal is broken, purposely damaged, or in any way modified or altered; including cables, electronics, or other parts of the product; products that have been repaired by anyone other than Brewolution; products that have been subject to the use of supplies and accessories other than those approved in writing or supplied by Brewolution; improper and neglectful use or non-compliance with installation, commissioning, operation or maintenance instructions (i.e. not according to the instruction manual); unauthorized modifications, changes or attempted repairs; vandalism, destruction through external influence and/or persons/animals/things; failure to observe applicable safety standards and regulations; faults caused by fire, water, snow, moisture, or other liquids except as specified for normal use; any utilization of a product that is inconsistent with either the design of the product or the way Brewolution intended the product to be used; any installation and/or modifications that prevent normal service of the product; normal wear and tear and cosmetic damage such as, but not limited to, corrosion, scratches, dents, rust, stains, non-functional parts such as, but not limited to, plastics/flamingo and finishes; damage, fault, failure and/or imperfection caused by abuse, tampering, illegal use, negligence, or faults in any other way caused by the customer/retailer/user. Brewolution makes no other warranty than as set out herein and Brewolution shall in no event be liable for any indirect or consequential damages.

About these instructions

Read and follow the operating and installationinstructions. They contain important information on howto install, use and maintain the appliance.
The manufacturer is not liable if you disregard theinstructions and warnings in the operating and installation instructions.
Retain all documents for subsequent use or for the nextowner.

General safety

WARNING! Keep all ventilation openings free of blockages.
WARNING! Be careful not to damage the fans and fins.
WARNING! Never use electric devices inside the appliance (e.g. heaters or electric ice makers) in the appliance, unless Brewolution approved for it.
WARNING! When placing the appliance, make sure that the cord is not pinched or damaged.
WARNING! Do not use abrasive, chloride or acidic cleaning agents or solvents.
WARNING! Do not use scouring or abrasive sponges.
WARNING! Handle the appliance with care. It is made from Styrofoam which makes it susceptible to dents and scratches.
Food must be kept in a container if stored in the Ferminator.
Risk of explosion

Do not use abrasive, chloride or acidic cleaning agents or solvents. Never use electric devices inside the appliance (e.g. heaters or electric ice makers).
Do not store products which contain flammable propellants (e.g. spray cans) or explosive substances in the appliance.
Store high-percentage alcohol tightly closed and standing up.

Risk of electric shock

Improper installations and repairs may put the user at considerable risk.
If the power cord is damaged: Immediately disconnect appliance from the power supply.
Do not use the appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged. This must be replaced before use.
Have the appliance repaired by the manufacturer, customer service or a similarly qualified person only.
Use original parts supplied by the manufacturer only. The manufacturer guarantees that these parts satisfy the safety requirements.
Do not overload the power supply.
The AC adapter must be placed ensuring proper ventilation around it and the heat can disappear. Do not cover the AC adapter. Do not place the AC adapter on or inside the Ferminator.
Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the electric parts.
Before use, check the Technical Data page and ensure that the voltage matches the voltage in the socket.
Do not pull the power supply.

Risk of injury

Containers which contain carbonated drinks may burst.

Avoiding risks for children and vulnerable people
At risk are:

Children,
People who have limited physical, mental or sensory abilities,
People who have inadequate knowledge concerning the safe operation of the appliance.

Measures:

Ensure that children and vulnerable people have understood the hazards.
Children or vulnerable people must be supervised by a responsible person when using the appliance.
Never allow children to play with the appliance
Keep children away from the redundant appliance.
**** Warning Children may become locked inside the appliance and suffocate!

Risk of suffocation

Keep children away from the packaging and its parts.

Damage
To prevent damage:

Do not stand or support yourself on the base, top, expansion module, fan or fins.
Pull the mains plug – not the power cord.
Use a plate to equalize the pressure from the fermenter.

Cleaning

Switch off the appliance.
Pull out the mains plug or switch off the fuse.
We recommend cleaning the fan and fins if they are dirty or as a minimum every 6 months. Remove the fan and fan guard/plate. Clean the fan and fins for dust etc.
Do not use abrasive, chloride or acidic cleaning agents or solvents.
Do not use scouring or abrasive sponges.
Never clean any parts in the dishwasher.
Do not clean the appliance with metal objects.
Clean the appliance with a soft cloth, lukewarm water, and a little pH-neutral washing-up liquid.
Do not clean the display or cooling/heating unit with liquid or a wet cloth.

Intended use
Use this appliance:

Only for foods and beverages
Only according to these operating instructions.

Environmental protection
Packaging:
All materials are environmentally safe and recyclable:

Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
Please ask your dealer or inquire at your local authority about current means of disposal.

Old appliances
Valuable raw materials can be reclaimed by recycling old appliances

1. Remove the mains plug. 2. Cut the power cord as close to the device as possible. 3. Have the appliance disposed of professionally.

Installation and plug in
Important: For electrical installation, carefully follow the instructions in this manual.

After unpacking all parts, check for any damage in transit. Do not connect if it is damaged. Immediately report any transport damage to the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance. Keep the packaging.
Follow the instructions for proper installation.
Do not place the appliance close to heaters, radiators, or stoves.
The socket must be freely accessible even after the appliance has been installed.
Do not place the temperature probe directly in water/wort/ beer or other liquids. Use a thermowell when measuring the temperature inside the fermenter.
Condensation can form on the inner fins of the Cooling /Heating unit. Regularly check if too much condensation has formed and remove any condensation by tipping the Cooling/Heating unit slightly to the side. Remove any condensation from the Styrofoam bottom and groove.
When using expansion module(s), an additional cooling/heating unit may be required to achieve the desired temperature adjustment.

After use and storage

Condensation can form on the inner fins of the Cooling /Heating unit. It is important that the Cooling/Heating unit and the Styrofoam is completely dry before next use or if the Ferminator is going to be stored away. Alternatively, the Cooling/Heating unit must be tipped slightly to the side, so that any condensation can run off and the bottom of the Styrofoam must be wiped off.

Be attentive when testing the Ferminator
If testing the Ferminator before use, it is of key importance to do this with a fermenter filled with water and place the temperature probe on the back of it, facing away from the Cooling/Heating unit. Read more: 1.5.1 The temperature probe. This will ensure the Ferminator is operating correctly during the test. Neglecting to do this could result in the Ferminator not operating properly and giving a faulty result!

Technical Data

Voltage: 100-240V~1.5A
Frequency: 50/60Hz
Output: 24V ****4A
Standby power: 1 W
Max power: 80 W
Fuse: 10 A – 16 A
WiFi Network 2,4 GHz
IP rating: IP20

Outside Europe: Check whether the indicated current type of the appliance corresponds with the values of your power supply.
Error codes
E1: Inside fan not spinning or spinning too slow
E2: Outside fan not spinning or spinning too slow
E3: High temperature. Temp.beer sensor above 55°C
E4: High temperature. Temp.box sensor above 55°C
E5: Low temperature. Temp.beer sensor below -10°C
E6: Low temperature. Temp.box sensor below -10°C

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1.1 Assembly of the Ferminator Connect
For a quick and easy assembly of the Ferminator Connect see page 9.
1.2 Menu
Press for menu items:
Page 1: Ferminator operation
Page 2: Connect a Graviator or Tilt
Page 3: Fan Speed
Page 4: WiFi setup Brewolution M07-3 Ferminator Connect -
Ferminator 1.3 Display
Set Shows the set temperature.
Act Shows the actual temperature.
SG Shows the specific gravity from a connected Graviator or Tilt (sold separately)

Temperature regulation: In process
Temperature regulation icons: Cooling Heating – Neutral
Fan Speed can be adjusted in 4 levels: Low High
Connected device: Graviator Tilt
Bluetooth Activated
WiFi Activated
Log Data Activated data is saved in BrewCreator.

1.4 Quick Startguide
Begin by connecting your Ferminator to your WiFi network follow the instructions in section 1.8, afterwards make an account at BrewCreator.com and follow the instructions in section 1.9. For a quick overview of the menu and the display follow the instructions in section 1.2 and 1.3. Read more about each of the menu pages in section 1.5 -1.9. Start fermenting with your Ferminator and BrewCreator by following the steps in section 1.10.
1.5 Page 1: Program Setting Brewolution M07-3 Ferminator Connect -
Program Setting

IMPORTENT!
WiFi/Online use: Connect your Ferminator connect to BrewCreator in section 1.8+1.9. Set the desired temperature and start temperature regulation from BrewCreator, if this is not done through BrewCreator it could result in troubles with the temperature regulation and the temperature regulation could stop.
Offline use: Press + or – button to set the desired temperature inside the Ferminator.
Press Start/Stop button to begin the temperature regulation of the Ferminator.
1.5.1 The temperature probe must be placed on the back of the fermenter, facing away from the Cooling/Heating unit. It recommended to isolate the probe with an isolation material to get an exact temperature measure of the brew as possible and not the air around the fermenter. Even better would be to measure the temperature inside the fermenter with a Graviator or thermowell.
NOTE! The temperature probe should still be applied when using a Graviator or Tilt. The Ferminator will use the temperature probe as a backup if it loses the connection to the Graviator or Tilt, ensuring the temperature is still adjusted correctly.
1.6 Page 2: Connect a Graviator or Tilt.

Brewolution M07-3 Ferminator Connect - Graviator Graviator: WIFI/Online use connect it on BrewCreator, see more in your manual.
Offline use: Make sure your Graviator is turned on. Use arrow up/down to choose the color of your Graviator. A Graviator icon is shown in the top menu. Tilt Online use: Connect Tilt on BrewCreator for BrewCreator’s graphs and functions. At BrewCreator, press “Add new device” and write “Tilt” in the serial number field “S/N” or scan the QR-code:

Tilt

Click on your Ferminator and click the tab “Device” choose your Tilt in the “Connect Device” and press “Save”. Tilt manual offline use: Make sure your Tilt is turned on. On Ferminator display page 2, press the arrow up until you see the icon in the top menu change to a Tilt: Use the arrows to choose the color of your Tilt. It can take up to an hour before you can see the first reading from your Graviator or Tilt on BrewCreator.
1.7 Page 3: Fan Speed

Brewolution M07-3 Ferminator Connect - Fan Speed Use the arrows up and down to adjust the fan speed.
Fan speed can be adjusted in 4 levels: Low High
Each level will affect the speed of the fan and the pace of the temperature adjustment. High speed is the most effective.
1.8 Page 4: WiFi setup Stop temperature regulation if started.
On the WiFi page, images 1, press the Start/Stop button to activate the WiFi setup.
The Ferminator will restart as a WiFi access point, image 2. To access the Ferminator, you need a mobile device or computer with WiFi. We recommend using a computer.
If you access from your mobile device, disable “mobile data roaming” (your 3G/4G/LTE/5G data) while accessing.
In Network find the available WiFi access point “FerminatorWiFi” and connect.

http://192.168.4.1

The password is 12341234.
If you get a warning message saying, “No Internet, secured” or “Connected without internet” just proceed and click “Okay” if neede.
Check your Network and see you are connected to “FerminatorWiFi”.
Scan the QR code to access the Ferminator WiFi setup page. Or open a browser and enter the following address: ‘192.168.4.1’. WiFi setup page now appears in your browser.
WIFI NETWORK: Enter the name of your WiFi network.
WIFI PASSWORD: Enter the password for your WiFi network.
It is important that your network name and password is cre-ated in one word without spaces and minimum 4 characters. Press the “CONNECT” button. After pressing the button, you will see a “SUCCESS” message. Click the “RESTART” button and the Ferminator will restart and try to connect to your WiFi network. You can now close the WiFi setup page. Note: Connect your mobile or computer to your WiFi network again and for the mobile device activate “mobile data roaming”.
The icon will flash in the display when it tries to connect to your network. Hereafter the icon will flash until it connects to the BrewCreator server. When the icon does not flash anymore a correct connection is established.

The WiFi icon also shows the WiFi signal strength to your network:

If the icon keeps flashing for a long time, it is not able to connect to your WiFi network. Review section 1.8 again and re-enter the information for the WiFi network. Please make sure these are entered correctly.

Turn on/off the WiFi by pressing the “arrow up” button on the WiFi setup page.
Change the WiFi settings by following all again the steps in section 1.8.

1.9 Join BrewCreator.com
Scan the QR code or go to BrewCreator.com in a browser. Create an account. After you have created an account, connect your Ferminator to your WiFi network (see section 1.8).
Once logged in to BrewCreator, click on “Devices” and press “Add new device” and follow the stepson the page. You can scan the serial number or enter it manually.
The serial number and QR code for the Ferminator is located on the back of the Cooling/Heating unit.

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1.10 Ferment with the Ferminator
Make sure the Ferminator has access to your WiFi network.
Place your fermenter with your brew inside the Ferminator and place the temperature probe on the back of the fermenter or in a thermowell. An even better and more precise solution would be to use a Graviator for measuring temperature and density. Assemble the Ferminator and connect the power cord.
On the display of the Ferminator you can see when the WiFi icon have connected to the server (see section 1.8) and on the BrewCreator “Dashboard” you can also see when your Ferminator Connect is “ready”. Choose your Ferminator and press the “Batch Info” tab and enter the information about your batch of beer. Click on the “Brew Stopped” button so it switches to “Brew Started”. Now press save and the batch will be saved, and the “Brew date” will automatically be set.
You will now see a “started” icon in the Ferminator tile and a icon in the Ferminator display, illustrating that datalogging to BrewCreator has started. Chose the tab “Devices”, where the desired temperature and fan speed are entered. Click on “Regulate temperature” so this is set to “on”. Press “Save” to save these entries. On the Ferminator display these values will now be shown, and your brew and temperature regulation have started. The “Brew Stats” and “Graphs” tab gives you an overview of the brew and it is possible to follow the temperature regulation closely. When a brew is stopped and a new brew is started, the “Brew date” will automatically be set again.
1.11 Temperature Calibration
If you at some point in time need to calibrate the temperature probes of the Ferminator. Read more in the FAQs on brewolution.com/ferminator- connect.html

Brewolution M07-3 Ferminator Connect - Calibration

Press the + button when the start screen is shown when you plug it in.
Start by adjusting the New Cal by pressing + or – button.
Adjust the Cal.beer with New Cal by pressing the Start/Stop button.
Adjust the Cal.box with New Cal by pressing the Menu button.
Cal.beer and Temp.beer or/and Cal.box and Temp.box will show your adjustments.
Save your adjustments by disconnecting the power to the Ferminator.

1.12 Software update
In BrewCreator.com an update symbol is shown next to the name of your Ferminator if a software update is available.
Make sure the Ferminator is turned on and have access to your Wifi network.
We recommend the Ferminator is close to the WiFi router during the software update.
Log on to BrewCreator.com and click ”Devices” and find your Ferminator.
Go to the tab “Device” and click on the blue button ”Software update”. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Update will take a little while and can be monitored on both screen and display. After successful updating the Ferminator you can see the Update Button no longer is blue and that the cloud in front of the Ferminator name has disappeared. The Ferminator will automatically restart after the software update and connect to the WiFi network again.

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