We have power outages in my area so propane is my backup.
I usually run it on a non GFCI outlet when brewing alone.
I like the versatility of putting any flat cooking vessel on the elements. It's basically a big stove top.
Thanks. I really like this rig. Compact and very basic wiring. Runs well on a 30 amp breaker and will boil 15 gallons at a good roll.
5700 watts with 2 big elements and one smaller one.
The yeast are fine. Be patient as Mead will often take awhile to show signs of fermentation.
Buckets are notorious for leaking around the seal so you might not see any airlock activity until a few days in when the yeast really takes off.
Co2 will also dissolve into the must so you will...
I went down a different path altogether.
My dedicated 220 volt brew/keg cleaning stand.
Standard flat stove elements and the stove controls in a box. Simple and easy to wire.
Major downside is the elements will initially trip a GFCI outlet until they heat up.
The running theory is they...