Worthog EBC-130 issue

[erikn68]

I just used my worthog ebc-130 the first time this weekend. I noticed that once I hit my mash temp, the pump is still running. I thought it is supposed to stop and turn on when needed to heat the mash. My worthog is programmable with ezboil and spot for 2 pumps. Anyone that using the ebc-130 would be helpful. Not sure if there is a setting to specify the pump to do that, but could not find in the instructions.

Thanks

Erik

 

[ScrewyBrewer]

The Wort Hog EBC-130 has a manual pump control feature, as far as I know. I have their EBC-SV controller, and that is how it works.

 

[Bobby_M]

Pump switching with a controller is considered to be an outdated method because when the recirculation stops, the probe sits in a static pocket of "whatever" temperature. You don't know if it's an average, higher or lower than the rest of the mash. Constant recirculation is what I recommend.

You didn't mention what your system configuration is, but I'm assuming it's a HERMS.

 

[Kickass]

I run the EBC-130, 240v, 50a, eBIAB with a blichman boil coil.

The pump is controlled by the switch only, as far as I know.

When I first put my setup together I ran the pump for the entire mash. I’ve since stopped using a pump altogether. It’s more to clean and doesn’t add any value, IMO. Now, I simply take the lid off and stir every 10-15 minutes.

 

[Bobby_M]

. I’ve since stopped using a pump altogether. It’s more to clean and doesn’t add any value, IMO. Now, I simply take the lid off and stir every 10-15 minutes.

The value is not having to stir at all.

 

[Kickass]

The value is not having to stir at all.

Haha, yes. But greater value in having less to set up, tear down, clean and occasionally repair.

That said, I understand how others appreciate a pump.