Question for pumpers - Vorlauf?

[jwright]

I have a question for those using the March or Little Giant pumps.

Is it necessary to vorlauf to clear the wort before pumping out of the MT?

I use a bazooka tube in my cooler MT and I do get a grainy run off for the first 4-6 qts. After that it clears nicely. Can these pumps handle the initial solids or should I perform some manual recirculation prior to running thru the pump?

thanks,
jason

 

[arturo7]

My March has no problem with the vorlauf.

 

[BadgerBrewer]

Mine either. Just make sure to run the valve only partially open rather than full so decrease the suction from your MLT. I leave the MLT wide open but restrict my pump 'out' valve to half way or less to avoid a brick of grains.

 

[japhroaig]

What they said, you do not need to vorlauf before you pump. In fact, I vorlauf with my pump

 

[jwright]

thanks guys,

Just the info I needed - and that was my next question badgerbrewer.

jason