STC 1000 malfunction...

[AkTom]

I've had my STC 1000 for a while. I've brewed 4 batches with it. I did a double batch (2-5 gal.) extracts. When I pulled the first carboy, I didn't notice that the temp probe escaped and was swinging wildly free outside the fridge... the next day I smell a wonderful malty aroma . Say it ain't so, say it ain't so . So. It had almost frozen my whole carboy, talk about cold crash. About a gallon of beer was on the floor, and not a straw in sight. Anyway, after that episode, my controller has lost all control and runs heat and cooling at the same time. is there a way to reset, reboot or otherwise bring my precious STC back to sanity? I do have a spare, but was hoping to use it on another fridge. Thanks,
Tom

 

[GilSwillBasementBrews]

After unplugging and re plugging it should automatically reset itself. After the 10minutes delay if I recall correctly might be 15 but I think it was 10? I'm sure you've tried unplugging it but someone else will be bound to ask also. That is odd behavior though since it was previously working properly.


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[AkTom]

Update... I don't know why , but I do know my controller got overheated. The housing is minimally warped from the heat. Good news is, I have a back up and it is cooling my Fresh Squeezed IPA nicely. At $22. or so, I need to get another spare. I do love the way they work (when they work).
Tom