RAPT KL15813 Fermentation Chamber Instruction Manual
- June 15, 2024
- RAPT
Table of Contents
- RAPT KL15813 Fermentation Chamber
- DISPLAY LEGENDS
- CONNECT THE RAPT FERMENTATION CHAMBER TO YOUR WIFI AND REGISTER TO THE
- Product Usage Instructions
- TROUBLESHOOTING REGISTRATION AND TELEMETRY
- INSTALLING duotight BLOWTIE or INLINE REGULATOR (optional)
- REMOVING PANEL TO ACCESS THE DRIP TRAY
- EXTENSION PROBE INSTALLATION & CALIBRATION
- PROFILES
- MENUS
- Bluetooth
- FAQ
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
RAPT KL15813 Fermentation Chamber
WARNING
IF THE FRIDGE HAS JUST BEEN MOVED DO NOT TURN ON UNLESS IT HAS BEEN STANDING
UPRIGHT FOR ATLEAST 24 HOURS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL VOID WARRANTY. STAND
FRIDGE IN THE UPRIGHT POSITION FOR 24HOURS BEFORE PLUGGING INTO MAINS POWER
SOCKET.
- CO: GAS CAN BE DANGEROUS. MAKE SURE TO ALWAYS USE CO2 IN A WELL- VENTILATED SPACE.
- ALWAYS THOROUGHLY CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS ONCE YOU HAVE SET UP YOUR SYSTEM.
- ENSURE THERE IS OVER 100 mm CLEARANCE AT THE BACK OF THE RAPT FERMENTATION CHAMBER TO ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE AIR FLOW AND VENTILATION
- BE CAREFUL NOT TO CONTACT THE EXPOSED COLD PLATE WHEN ADDING OR REMOVING FERMENTERS OR KEGS.
Video instructions now available. The KegLand YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/KegLand). You can find the link on our website www.KegLand.com.au If there is any part of these videos above that you do not understand or you cannot access please call or email www.KegLand.com.au or your nearest Kegland Distributor for more assistance.
WARNING – IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Let the RAPT Fermentation Chamber / Fridge sit upright for at least 24 hours
after delivery or after sitting the unit on its side before turning the unit
on. Be careful not to hit the exposed cold plate on the inside of the RAPT
Fermentation Chamber when inserting or removing fermenters or kegs. Always
thoroughly check for gas leaks once you have set up your system if using the
system for keg dispensing or pressure fermentation. Ensure there is over 100mm
clearance at the back of the RAPT fermentation chamber to allow for adequate
airflow and ventilation.
Items Included
- 1 x RAPT Fermentation Chamber
- 1 x Wire Shelf
- 1 x Plastic Floor Protector
- 2 x PCO1881 Threaded Insert
- 2 x Left Door Hinges
DISPLAY LEGENDS
Graph Enabled Display Legend
This is the default display. It shows a graph of temperature vs time with a
default period of 7 days.
Graph Disabled Display Legend
The display on the RAPT Fermentation Chamber will display a graph of
temperature vs time by default. If instead prefer a numerical interface this
can be easily changed by unselecting the Show graph checkbox in the Settings.
This will show an interface like the following:
Display Icon Legend
MANUAL OPERATION OF THE RAPT FERMENTATION CHAMBER
If you do not intend to connect your device to the RAPT Portal and hence do
not want to utilize the Wi-Fi functionality you can operate the Fermentation
Chamber completely manually via the buttons on the display. To remove the
prompt requesting you to register your device to the RAPT Portal you will need
to disable Wi-Fi in the settings. To do this press select (e) to enter the
menu, then select Settings, then navigate using the arrows to the Disable Wi-
Fi setting. Press select (e) to disable the Wi-Fi and the controller will then
restart automatically. If you decide you don’t want to register your RAPT
Fermentation Chamber to the RAPT portal and hence not use the Wi-Fi
functionality of the controller you will in turn lose a lot of the
functionality of the controller which is offered through the RAPT Portal. This
includes features such as setting up complex temperature profiles which are
run automatically and logging past temperature profiles.
SETTING THE TARGET TEMPERATURE MANUALLY
At the home screen press the up or down arrows to adjust the target
temperature. The Fermentation Chamber will then automatically send power to
the heating or cooling terminals to power on your heating or cooling device to
maintain this target temperature.
NOTE: This is possible only if the device is not currently running an
assigned profile.
STARTING A TEMPERATURE PROFILE MANUALLY
Temperature profiles which have been stored on the Fermentation Chamber can be
manually started without the need to log in to the RAPT portal. You will need
to use the RAPT Portal to initially store the temperature profile on the
Fermentation Chamber. For instructions on how to store a temperature profile
on the device refer to Storing a Temperature Profile on the RAPT Fermentation
Chamber. Once your Temperature profile is stored on the device simply press
select («) to enter the menu and navigate to Start profile. Then select your
desired profile which will display a graph of the steps in the profile. Then
press select again to start the profile. Your device will then automatically
restart and begin the temperature profile. To stop running the temperature
profile press select («I) to enter the menu and then select Profile control.
Then navigate using the arrows to the stop button and press select («) to stop
the profile.
OPERATION OF THE RAPT FERMENTATION CHAMBER THROUGH THE RAPT PORTAL
The Wi-Fi connectivity of the RAPT Fermentation Chamber allows you to monitor,
track and start a complex temperature profile involving multiple steps
remotely through the RAPT Portal. In order to fully utilize the capabilities
of this device you should connect your RAPT Fermentation Chamber to your Wi-Fi
network and register it to your account on the RAPT portal at
https://app.rapt.io This will allow you to track and monitor your
fermentation in real time remotely without needing to walk over to your
Fermentation Chamber. It also allows you to setup and send complex
fermentation profiles involving multiple steps to your RAPT Fermentation
Chamber which will then automatically run through this profile and adjust the
set temperature as required. In order to have access to this Wi-Fi
functionality you will need to sign up for a RAPT Account, connect your RAPT
Fermentation Chamber to your Wi-Fi network and register your device on your
account on the RAPT Portal by following the instructions below:
CONNECT THE RAPT FERMENTATION CHAMBER TO YOUR WIFI AND REGISTER TO THE
RAPT PORTAL
To utilize the Wi-Fi connectivity of the RAPT Fermentation Chamber you will need to sign up for an account on the RAPT portal. This will allow you to create custom fermentation profiles, track and monitor your fermentation temperature and heating/cooling utilization etc.
- Sign up for a RAPT Account
- Sign up for an account on the RAPT portal. https://app.rapt.io/
- Once signed up log in to your account on the RAPT website.
- Connect the RAPT Fermentation Chamber to Your Wi-Fi
- Open your network and internet settings on your mobile device, tablet or computer and connect to the Kegland RAPT Wi-Fi Access Point using the Wi-Fi name and password displayed on the screen on your RAPT Fermentation Chamber.
- Your mobile device should then automatically open a browser to the KegLand RAPT Access Portal.
- Select your Wi-Fi network, enter your Wi-Fi password and select Join. This will connect your RAPT Fermentation Chamber to your Wi-Fi network.
- Register a RAPT FERMENTATION CHAMBER to Your RAPT Account
- Once your RAPT Fermentation Chamber is connected to your Wi-Fi network you will then need to register your device with your RAPT account. When prompted on the screen, press Veel one then be misted select Regise Decod trAde on. ou will need to enter the MAC address and Validation Code later on the RAPT Cloud to register your device.
- Follow the prompts on the display of your RAPT Fermentation Chamber. Log in to the RAPT Portal (https://app.rapt.io/) on a device that is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the RAPT Fermentation Chamber you are registering.
- From the ADD NEW DEVICE dropdown menu in the RAPT Portal, select RAPT Fermentation Chamber and input the MAC Address and Validation Code displayed on your RAPT Fermentation Chamber when prompted. On the next screen choose a name for your new RAPT Fermentation Chamber.
- Congratulations! Your RAPT Fermentation Chamber is connected to Wi-Fi and registered to your RAPT Account and can now be controlled through the RAPT Portal.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzMYYmGM2ik
SETTING THE TARGET TEMPERATURE VIA THE RAPT PORTAL
At the home screen of the RAPT Fermentation Chamber press the Up or Down arrow
to adjust the Target value on the bottom left of the display. The Target value
displayed will be the set point for the device. The RAPT Fermentation Chamber
will then automatically turn on/off the heating and/or cooling as required.
The temperature set point can also be set through the RAPT Portal or a profile
session can be started from the RAPT Portal which will automatically begin the
profile you have created.
SETTING UP A TEMPERATURE PROFILE ON THE RAPT PORTAL
Once you have registered your RAPT Fermentation Chamber on the RAPT Portal you
can then log telemetry from the device and set up complex temperature profiles
involving multiple steps. To setup a temperature profile on the RAPT Portal
select Profiles and then Create New Profile. Then add your temperature profile
steps such as primary fermentation, diacetyl rest, dry hop, cold crash etc.
STARTING A TEMPERATURE PROFILE FROM THE RAPT PORTAL
Once you have made your temperature profile, either select Send Profile to
Device from the profile or Start Profile Session on the Dashboard to send the
profile to your RAPT Fermentation Chamber.
STORING A TEMPERATURE PROFILE ON THE RAPT FERMENTATION CHAMBER
Temperature profiles are automatically stored on the RAPT Fermentation Chamber
once the profile session has been started from the RAPT Portal and profile
session has been started on the device from the RAPT Portal.
Note: You can not make a Temperature Profile on the RAPT Fermentation
Chamber itself. It must be made and started from the RAPT Portal first and
then it will be automatically stored on the device to be started manually in
the future.
If you make any changes to the temperature profile on the RAPT Portal the RAPT
Fermentation Chamber which check for any updates and apply these changes
automatically when the profile is started manually through the controller.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
- Sign up for an account on the RAPT Portal.
- Connect your RAPT Fermentation Chamber to your Wi-Fi network.
- Register your device on your account on the RAPT Portal.
- Set your target temperature on the RAPT Fermentation Chamber manually or through the RAPT Portal. Alternatively, you can begin a Fermentation profile on the RAPT Portal.
Specifications
- Product Name: RAPT Fermentation Chamber
- Model Number: KL15813
- Manufacturer: KegLand Distribution PTY LTD
- Website: www.KegLand.com.au
- Last Updated: 7/07/2022 3:52 PM
Product Usage Instructions
Initial Setup
Before turning on the RAPT Fermentation Chamber, make sure it has been
standing upright for at least 24 hours, especially if it has been recently
moved. Failure to do so may void the warranty.
Follow these steps:
- Place the fermentation chamber in an upright position.
- Allow it to sit for at least 24 hours.
- Ensure there is over 100mm clearance at the back of the chamber for proper airflow and ventilation.
Gas Safety
When using CO2 gas, follow these safety precautions:
- Always use CO2 in a well-ventilated space.
- Thoroughly check for gas leaks once your system is set up.
Inserting and Removing Fermenters or Kegs
When inserting or removing fermenters or kegs from the RAPT Fermentation
Chamber, be careful not to contact the exposed cold plate on the inside. This
can cause injury or damage to the unit.
Display Settings
The RAPT Fermentation Chamber has two display modes:
- Graph Enabled Display: This is the default display. It shows a graph of temperature vs time with a default period of 7 days.
- Graph Disabled Display: If you prefer a numerical interface, you can disable the graph display by unselecting the “Show graph” checkbox in the Settings. This will show a numerical interface instead.
Additional Resources
For additional help and instructions, you can visit the KegLand YouTube
Channel (https://www.youtube.com/KegLand) or contact
www.KegLand.com.au or your nearest KegLand
Distributor.
TROUBLESHOOTING REGISTRATION AND TELEMETRY
The default setting for telemetry is 60 minutes. As a result, you will not see telemetry in the RAPT Portal right away. Should the telemetry data not appear, then you may need to re-register your RAPT Fermentation Chamber with the RAPT Portal.
No telemetry is displayed on the RAPT Portal
If you are experiencing issues receiving telemetry or sending a profile to
your RAPT Fermentation Chamber from the RAPT portal then you should first
check that your RAPT Fermentation Chamber is connected to your Wi-Fi network.
Determine whether your RAPT Fermentation Chamber is connected to Wi-Fi
and check the signal strength
To check your RAPT Fermentation Chamber is connected to your Wi-Fi network
with good signal strength press Select and navigate to Diagnostics. The Wi-Fi
strength will be displayed in this Diagnostics menu and the Wi-Fi network
which the controller is connected to will be shown next to WiFi AP.
Signal strength is represented on a scale of 0 to -100dbm
Signal Strength (dBm) | What it means |
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0 to -30dBm | Maximum signal |
-50dBm | Excellent signal |
-60dBm | Good, reliable signal |
-70dBm | Ok, not a strong signal |
-80dBM | Poor, unreliable signal |
-90dBM | Unusable |
Re-register your RAPT Fermentation Chamber
If your RAPT Fermentation Chamber is still not sending telemetry to the RAPT
Portal or you are unable to remotely start a profile despite being connected
to Wi-Fi with a good, reliable signal strength then you may need to re-
register your RAPT Fermentation Chamber to your account. To re-register your
RAPT Fermentation Chamber do not delete the device from the RAPT Portal,
instead follow the steps below:
How to Re-Register your RAPT Fermentation Chamber
- Go to the settings menu on your RAPT Fermentation Chamber.
- Navigate to clear registration and press select (<*).
- Register your device to your RAPT account according to the instructions.
UPDATING FIRMWARE
Your RAPT Fermentation Chamber will automatically check for and install
firmware updates when turned on and connected to a Wi-Fi network. To check the
firmware version on your RAPT Fermentation Chamber, press select (2) to enter
the menu and then navigate to diagnostics. To manually update the firmware in
the event that this is not up to date, navigate to settings and then navigate
to Check for OTA Update. Your device will then automatically download and
update the most current available firmware.
INSTALLING duotight BLOWTIE or INLINE REGULATOR (optional)
If you intend to pressure ferment in the RAPT Fermentation Chamber you may
find it useful to install a KL15042 duotight BlowTie Spunding Valve and/or a
KL15035 duotight Inline Regulator. The duotight BlowTie Spunding Valve will
allow excess pressure built up during fermentation to be released from the
fermenter allowing an optimal fermentation pressure to be set based on your
beer style and recipe. Installation of a duotight inline regulator allows for
easy pressurization for closed transfers for example.
There is a mounting point on either side of the RAPT Fermentation Chamber for
mounting a duotight BlowTie Spunding Valve or Inline Regulator.
- Step 1. Remove the cover panel behind the RAPT Fermentation Chamber on the top of the fridge
- Step 2. Unscrew the two Phillips head screws which hold the side service panel in position.
- Step 3. Slide the side service panel away from the RAPT Fermentation Chamber
- Step 4. Remove the blanking plate and slide in the PCO1880 threaded plate into the desired location depending on if you wanted the ball lock disconnect mounting point on the side or the top of the fridge.
- Step 5. Screw a duotight compatible carbonation cap onto the PCO1881 thread.
An easy way to connect the EVABarrier hosing onto the carbonation cap is to use a duotight fitting. Below is just one example of how the EVABarrier gas hosing can be connected.
Top mounting
1. Push a 6mm x 8mm reducer onto the duotight compatible barb of the carbonation cap
2. Push an 8mm male x 8mm female elbow into the reducer
3. Cleanly cut an 82mm length of EVABarrier hose and insert this firmly into the BlowTie Spunding Valve or Inline Regulator and duotight elbow. Ensure that the arrow on the side of the Spunding Valve or Inline regulator is pointing towards the RAPT Fermentation Chamber.
Side mounting
1. Push a 6mm x 8mm reducer onto the duotight compatible barb of the carbonation cap
2. Cleanly cut an 84mm length of EVABarrier hose and insert this firmly into the BlowTie Spunding Valve or Inline Regulator and duotight reducer. Ensure that the arrow on the side of the Spunding Valve or Inline regulator is pointing towards the RAPT Fermentation Chamber.
- Step 6. Measure and cleanly cut the desired length of EVABarrier tubing required to reach from your fermenter in the fridge to the duotight BlowTie Spunding Valve or Inline Regulator. Then route this hosing into the injection moulded channel and through the opening in the top of the fridge.
- Step 7. Unscrew the two screws which hold the RAPT blanking plate onto the mounting points
- Step 8. Secure the duotight BlowTie Spunding Valve or Inline Regulator into position using the two mounting points.
- Step 9. Terminate the line inside the RAPT fermentation chamber with gas disconnects. KL20756 duotight Disconnects are recommended for this.
Note: You may need to remove the gauge from the BlowTie Spunding or
Inline regulator which is positioned to the right of the RAPT Fermentation
Chamber and rotate this such that it is upright. This can be done easily by
removing the two bolts which hold the gauge housing in place and pulling up on
the gauge to remove it.
For detailed instructions showing how to install a duotight BlowTie Spunding
Valve or Inline Regulator, then please refer to the following instructional
YouTube video: RAPT Fermentation Chamber – duotight BlowTie Spunding
Valve/Inline regulator installation video
Note: To ensure correct orientation install the Inline Regulator
(KL15035) on the left hand side.
Install the Blowtie spunding valve (KL15042) on the right hand side of the
RAPT Fermentation Chamber.
REMOVING PANEL TO ACCESS THE DRIP TRAY
The front panel at the base of the RAPT Fermentation Chamber is dismountable. In normal use it is held in place by magnets, to allow easy and convenient access to the drip tray which is mounted underneath the fermentation chamber. It is recommended to regularly check the drip tray and empty as required. To enable this, remove the four screws holding the front panel in place.
LEAK TEST PROCEDURE
Prior to beginning fermentation or hooking up any kegs to your gas line into
the fermentation chamber it is essential to conduct a leak test. It is best to
conduct a pressure decay test on the fermenter itself and on the incoming gas
line into the duotight inline regulator from the CO2 cylinder and regulator to
ensure your entire system has no leaks.
This can be done easily
- Step 1: Attach CO2 cylinder and regulator to the gas post of the RAPT chamber.
- Step 2: Attach the disconnect from the inline regulator (inside the RAPT chamber) to your empty fermenter.
- Step 3: Adjust the pressure on the regulator to 20psi.
- Step 4: Turn the CO, cylinder valve handles off.
- Step 5: Wait two hours and ensure the pressure reading on the pressure gauge on the regulator has not changed
EXTENSION PROBE INSTALLATION & CALIBRATION
The RAPT fermentation Chamber comes as standard with a short temperature probe which measures the air temperature within the RAPT Fermentation Chamber. If you were looking for higher accuracy temperature measurement by inserting a temperature probe into the thermowell of your fermenter you will need to install and calibrate a longer extension temperature probe (sold separately, KL22460) Once the probe is installed then it will need to be calibrated.
- Enter the menu by pressing Select (<)
- Use the Up or Down arrows to navigate to Settings and press Select (<*)
- Use the Up or Down arrows to navigate to 2-point calibration and press Select (e)
Once in the 2-point calibration mode set up two glasses of water. Ice water to one glass and add hot water to the second glass.
Calibration Point 1
Insert the temperature probe of the RAPT Fermentation Chamber into the glass
of ice water while simultaneously measuring the temperature of the ice water
using a calibrated external thermometer such as a digital instant read
thermometer (KL23320). Wait for the temperature reading on both the RAPT
Fermentation Chamber and the external calibrated thermometer to stabilize as
much as possible. Then adjust the temperature shown on the RAPT Fermentation
Chamber to match the temperature measured on the external calibrated
thermometer. Press Select (<) to lock in this calibration point 1 and move on
to calibration point 2.
Calibration Point 2
Insert the temperature probe of the RAPT Fermentation Chamber into the glass
of hot water while simultaneously measuring the temperature of the hot water
using a calibrated external thermometer. Wait for the temperature reading on
both the RAPT Fermentation Chamber and the external calibrated thermometer to
stabilise as much as possible. Then adjust the temperature shown on the RAPT
Fermentation Chamber to match the temperature measured on the external
calibrated thermometer. Press Select («I) to lock in this calibration point 2.
Once both calibration points have been set the NTC temperature probe has been
calibrated. For a video guide on how to install and calibrate this longer
extension temperature probe please refer to the following instructional
YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7l0RtVw6-QM
DEFAULT TEMPERATURE PROBE CALIBRATION
In the event that you revert back to the standard probe that is preinstalled
in the RAPT Fermentation Chamber, you can manually reset the temperature probe
to the default settings.
- NTC beta: 3950 K
- NTC ref. temperature: 298.2 K
- NTC ref. resistance: 100000
Manual calibration of the internal temperature probe can be performed using the same method as outlined for the extension probe.
SWAPPING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION
Included with every RAPT chamber are spare hinges that allow for the
orientation of the door to be changed from right side opening to left side
opening. To change the hinge side of the RAPT fermentation chamber, you will
need to remove the right hand hinges and install the replacement left hand
hinges. The bottom hinges are accessed by removing the dismountable drip tray
cover (above). To access the top hinges, remove the top panel of the RAPT
chamber. Follow the above instructions for installing the inline regulator to
remove the two front panels. Then remove the 6 screws holding the plastic top
cover in place. Once the top hinge can be accessed, it is removed by
unscrewing from the RAPT chamber. To swap the door hinge side, remove the top
right hinge. Then carefully lift the door off the bottom hinge pin and place
in a safe place. Unscrew the bottom right hinge. Perform this in reverse to
install the left hinges. Install the left bottom hinge. Carefully align the
door onto the left bottom door hinge pin. Then install the left top hinge and
replace the top cover. It is recommended that this is performed by two people
to minimise the risk of damage during the process.
PROFILES
Profiles are a key component of the RAPT system. Profiles are powerful tools that can be customised to a great degree, allowing extremely fine control over all aspects of brewing/fermentation. Profiles can be designed in the RAPT Portal. There are also Global Profiles that can be imported and customised. Once a profile is created in the RAPT Portal, it can be sent to the corresponding RAPT device using the Send Profile To Device option in the RAPT Portal. The RAPT ecosystem is intended to be largely controlled remotely, and thus there are more powerful controls in the RAPT Portal. To start or amend a profile that has been uploaded to the RAPT device select PROFILES from the main menu This will display the currently selected profile. If no profile is running, any profile that has previously been sent to the RAPT device can be selected and started from this screen.
When a profile is active it can be paused, cancelled or manually moved forward or backwards using the on-screen display. The Select icon allows you to select another (previously uploaded profile). Rewind and Forward allow you to move forward or backwards along the profile. Play/Pause allows you to pause or resume the active profile. Stop will stop the current profile. Manual alterations to the current profile will also be reflected in the RAPT portal after a short interval. To access the Menus, press the Enter key then scroll down to desired menu. Press Enter to access the menu.
MENUS
Register Device
This option will only be available when the RAPT Fermentation Chamber is not
registered to the RAPT Portal (app.rapt.io) Please refer to Page 8 for full
step by step instructions on registering your RAPT Fermentation Chamber
Start Profile/Profile Control
The selections available in this menu will change depending on:
- If there are any profiles stored on the RAPT Fermentation Chamber
- If there is an active profile running
- If there is no profile running
In this menu you can manually select and start any profiles that are stored in the device. The RAPT Fermentation Chamber will automatically detect and download any changes to stored profiles before starting the profile.
Settings
The following options are available in the Settings Menu. To change any of the
advanced settings enter the Menu by pressing select (a). Once in the menu
navigate to Settings and press select (e). Navigate to the advanced setting
you need to adjust and press select (a) on this setting. Then use the Up or
Down arrow to adjust the set value for the setting.
SETTING | PARAMETER |
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Temperature Sensor | Built-In or select any Bonded Bluetooth RAPT Pill |
Show Graph | Toggles display between the graph or a numerical display |
Unit System | Toggles between metric or imperial data |
Zoom Level | Select the date range displayed on the graph |
Cooling Hysteresis | Sets the cooling hysteresis (Range 0.5°C-10°C, default |
2°C)
Heating Hysteresis| Sets the heating hysteresis (Range 0.5°C-10°C, default
2°C)
Compressor Cooldown| Sets the minimum compressor delay (Range 2°C-5°C, default
5 minutes)
Mode Switch Delay| Sets the minimum mode switch delay (Range 2-30 minutes,
default 15 minutes)
Cooler Enabled| Toggles cooling on or off (when unchecked, the compressor will
not operate irrespective of other settings)
Heater Enabled| Toggles heating on or off (when unchecked, the heater will not
operate irrespective of other settings)
Bluetooth Enabled| Toggles Bluetooth functionality on or off
Fan Always On| When selected, fan will operate unless door is open
Light On| Select Always On, Always Off or Automatic
Allowed Sensor Diff.| This sets the allowed temperature differential between
the built in probe and the current setpoint (when using a Bluetooth device for
temperature control) (Default 5°C)
Sensor Timeout| Sets the timeout if a Bluetooth device drops out (reverts to
internal probe)
Sounds Enabled| Toggles device sounds on or off
2 Point Calibration| Enters Calibration mode for the temp. probe (Refer to
CALIBRATION section
NTC beta| Enter the NTC Beta of an external temp. probe. The default is 3950
NTC Ref. Temperature| Enter the NTC Ref. Temperature of an external temp.
probe. The default is 298.2
NTC Ref. Resistance| Enter the NTC Ref. Resistance of an external temp. probe.
The default is 100000
Relay Cycle Time| Sets the allowed cycle time for PID heating (Range 30-3600
seconds, default 120 seconds)
PID Heating| Toggles PID heating on or off (recommended for advanced users
only)
PID P Coefficient| Enter desired proportional PID coefficient
PID I Coefficient| Enter desired integral PID coefficient
PID D Coefficient| Enter desired derivative PID coefficient
Forget WiFi Config| Forgets existing WiFi config
Disable WiFi| Disables WiFi (if you wish to not use the RAPT Portal)
Clear Registration| Clears RAPT Portal registration (see Troubleshooting)
Low Temp. Alarm| This is the temperature below which an alarm will sound
(default -10°C)
High Temp. Alarm| This is the temperature above which an alarm will sound
(default 50°C)
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Check For OTA Update| Manually check and download any available firmware
updates
Bluetooth
Bluetooth needs to first be enabled in the Settings menu (above). In this menu
you will see a list of compatible Bluetooth enabled RAPT devices. To Bond a
Bluetooth enabled RAPT devices, use the arrow buttons to scroll to select the
device. Choose Select (e) to Bond the device, or Return to cancel. Once
Bonded, the device will be visible in the Bonded section of the Bluetooth
Menu. To Unbond, select the device with the navigation arrows and choose
Select (<J) to Unbond, or Return to cancel. Once the device is Bonded, it can
be selected in the Settings menu option as one of the available Temperature
Sensors. Once selected in this menu, temperature control will be ceded to the
selected Bluetooth enabled RAPT device, rather than the internal temperature
probe. In addition, when the Graph Disabled Display Mode is selected, the
current gravity will be displayed. The temperature of the internal probe will
also be displayed.
NOTE: It is completely normal for there to be a temperature variance
between the internal probe and the Bluetooth enabled RAPT device. This is
because the Bluetooth device is measuring the temperature of the fermentation
(typically), and the internal probe is measuring the air temperature of the
RAPT Fermentation Chamber. This difference will be greater when the RAPT
Fermentation Chamber is actively heating or cooling.
The Allowed Sensor Differential sets the allowed temperature differential
between the desired setpoint and the current temperature of the Fermentation
Chamber. Cooling and Heating is disabled temporarily if this differential is
exceeded. The default differential setting is 5°C. This value is suitable for
typical use. This differential can be altered in the Settings Menu. If the
temperature differential is exceeded, the RAPT Fermentation Chamber will
suspend heating and cooling until the differential is reduced. The legend DIFF
OVERRIDE will also be displayed when the display is in Graph Disabled Mode.
The RAPT Fermentation Chamber will suspend active cooling or heating and
resume as needed – no intervention is required. Once the differential is
reduced then heating and cooling will continue as normal.
Diagnostics
The Diagnostics menu contains information about the RAPT Fermentation Chamber.
This includes such information as current firmware version, Wi-Fi network and
signal strength, MAC address and IP address of the device.
About
The About menu contains information specific to the firmware and software of
the RAPT Fermentation Chamber and associated devices, including but not
limited to copyright information, acknowledgment of open source properties
used, legal information etc.
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE
The RAPT Fermentation Chamber will require little ongoing maintenance.
Periodically check the undermounted drip tray and empty as needed. The outside
of the RAPT Fermentation Chamber can be cleaned with a micro fibre cloth. The
inside of the chamber should be periodically cleaned with a mild detergent and
a microfibre cloth. Periodically check and empty the drip tray as required.
WARRANTY (AUSTRALIA)
The RAPT Fermentation Chamber comes with a 12-month Warranty when sold in
Australia. Warranty does not cover product failure as a result of installation
or operating procedure not in accordance with installation and operating
guidelines as described in the instruction manual. To lodge a warranty claim
in Australia please forward as many visual pieces of supporting information
and a detailed description of your issue to
beer@kegland.com.au. If you purchased your unit
from an international distributor, you will be required to go through their
warranty claims process. For a full terms and conditions, please visit our
website here -> Terms & Conditions
FAQ
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Q: How long should I let the RAPT Fermentation Chamber sit upright before turning it on?
A: It is recommended to let the chamber sit upright for at least 24 hours before turning it on. -
Q: What should I do if I detect a gas leak?
A: If you detect a gas leak, immediately stop using the system and check all connections for leaks. Tighten any loose connections and ensure proper sealing. If the issue persists, contact www.KegLand.com.au or your nearest KegLand Distributor for assistance. -
Q: Can I change the display mode from graph to numerical?
A: Yes, you can change the display mode from graph to numerical by unselecting the “Show graph” checkbox in the Settings.
Website: www.KegLand.com.au
References
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