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Preheating
We recommend heating the strike water before you install the center pipe and malt pipe for
an even temperature. We also recommend circulating the water. The bottom valve handle
must point to the “UP CENTER” position
Crushing the grains
We recommend using grains that’s not too finely crushed to get the maximum flow through
the grain bed. If you use a lot of special grains like wheat or oats, or you push the limits of
the malt capacity, we recommend using rice hulls to increase the flow. The systems ship as
standard with the coarse malt pipe filter and our recommended crush grade is 1.2-1.3mm.
Adjusting the malt pipe holders
The latches on the malt pipe may need some adjustment. They should move freely. Push
them together to remove it from the latch holder. Adjust as necessary and reinstall the
latch. The lower “pin” on the latch can be bent to position using a suitable tool
Lifting the malt pipe
The handle on the malt pipe is designed to be easily removed for cleaning and use of future
accessories. Make sure to always lift the malt pipe from the center of the handle to avoid it
coming loose. On the larger systems, the malt pipe can be very heavy. We recommend using
a lifting system if available.
When lifting the malt pipe, make sure to only lift it high enough for the 3 latches to fall out
and grab the edge. If you lift the bottom of the malt pipe higher than the center pipe, you
may have difficulties getting the malt pipe seated back on the center pipe.