The electrician installed a 20 amp 240v circuit breaker and outlet over the weekend. The BM worked as promised. It was awesome! I can't wait to brew my next batch.
I figured out the issue. I tested the power cord with a multimeter and it's only pulling 120 volts. Later this week an electrician will come out and install a new outlet.
No, I did not have the insulating jacket.
Yes, I kept the lid on during the entire process to capture all the heat.
For power I made the modification to the end of the power cord so that I could use the system in my 220v dryer outlet.
Yesterday I attempted my first batch with a new 20l Braumeister and it was the longest brew day that I have ever endured. I started heating my water at 4pm and did not finish the boil until 1:30 am. I have looked through the forum several times and have never seen anyone discuss the issues I...
I have only brewed about 8 extract batches in the kettle. It's in great condition.
I have not used the false bottom, HopBlocker, or punched an additional hole in the kettle.
I recently upgraded my home brewing equipment and no longer need my Boilermaker Kettle. The sale is for the entire package listed below:
- 15 Gallon Boilermaker Brew Kettle w/ Brewmometer
- Stainless Barb (to attach tubing)
- False Bottom
- Blichmann Hopblocker
- Blichmann BrewMometer...