GRAINFATHER SF50 Conical Fermenter Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: GRAINFATHER

Table of Contents

GRAINFATHER SF50 Conical Fermenter
SAFETY INFORMATION
PARTS LIST
References
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GRAINFATHER SF50 Conical Fermenter

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THE GRAINFATHER SF50 CONICAL FERMENTER

Get familiar with your equipment by following these quick and easy steps on how to assemble and use your SF50. We recommend reading the following safety information before use. Please also find enclosed, advice for cleaning your SF50 Conical Fermenter.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Read all instructions before use.
Always use equipment on a flat and stable surface.
When the fermenter is full, do not lift it and only wheel it on flat surfaces.
When equipment is stationary, ensure that the castors are locked into place.
Ensure that all the screws and nuts are fully tightened.

NOTE: Not following the safety information above could result in serious injuries and may void your product’s warranty.

PARTS LIST

Airlock
Bung
Thermowell,
o- ring and nut
Legs
Dome nuts
Lid
Lockable castors (wheels)
Body
Thermowell hole
Sample valve and nut
Tail piece
Dump valve

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Remove the large dome nuts (5) from the body (8) of the fermenter.
Lay the fermenter gently on its side, using a mat or towel underneath it to avoid scratches.
Mount each of the three legs (4) onto the threaded bolts and secure the dome nuts back into place. Ensure that all the legs are adjusted to the same height.
NOTE: Use the extra holes on the leg to adjust the height of your fermenter as shown below.

ASSEMBLING THE CASTORS (WHEELS)

Push the tab down on each of the castors (7) to lock them in place.
Lay the fermenter gently on its side, using a mat or towel again to avoid scratches.
Screw the castors onto the bottom of the legs.

ASSEMBLING THE THERMOWELL

Remove the nut from the thermowell (3) leaving the silicone O-ring in place.
From the inside of the fermenter, feed the thermowell through the thermowell hole (9) on the side of the body.
Thread the nut back onto the thermowell from the outside of the fermenter and tighten by hand.

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ASSEMBLING THE AIRLOCK & TAIL PIECE

AIRLOCK: Take the three-piece airlock (1) and insert the tail into the bung (2).

TAIL PIECE: To insert the sample valve tail piece (11), take the tail piece and insert the end with the two o-rings into the sample valve (10) on the inside of the fermenter. Twist the tail piece so that the other end is pointing down as shown below.

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HOW TO USE

Before use, we recommend cleaning your SF50 and all of its components using the Grainfather High Performance Cleaner.

Fill the fermenter using a syphon or a counterblow wort chiller if you are using a Grainfather brewing system. Ensure that the volume is at least 15L.
Secure the lid and push the bung and airlock into the hole on the fermenter lid ensuring it fits tightly in place.
Refer to your recipe for your fermentation temperature and keep the SF50 in a location that will remain close to the temperature required.
NOTE: The SF50 can be used in conjunction with the Glycol Chiller Adapter (GCA) Kit for more accurate temperature control during fermentation.
Your recipe will also determine the amount of time that your beer needs to ferment. Fermentation is complete once SG readings are stable for two consecutive days.

TOP TIPS

We recommend dumping dead yeast and dry hops from the dump valve every 2−3 days during fermentation. This prevents the yeast and hops from clogging the valve.
Throughout fermentation, the sample valve can be used to collect samples and test the gravity of the beer. To do this, open the ball valve and collect the beer in an appropriate vessel.
As well as collecting samples, the valve can also be used to transfer the beer after fermentation. Simply connect a hose (10mm (0.4”) inner diameter) to the opening and open the sample valve. Or use in conjunction with Grainfather pressure transfer (sold separately).

ADVICE FOR CLEANING & STORAGE

After fermentation, transfer the beer to a keg or bottles.
Rinse out the remaining trub and fill the fermenter halfway with water.
Add the required amount of Grainfather High Performance Cleaner to the water and stir to dissolve.
Scrub the sides of the fermenter and the lid with a non-abrasive cloth. Ensure that all surfaces have been scrubbed.
Rinse and drain out the cleaning liquid using the taps.
Remove, disassemble and clean taps.
Once all parts are completely dry, reassemble and store.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS