Important Information & Warnings
FermZilla Tri-Conical 27L & 55L | Important Information
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FermZilla Tri-Conical 27L & 55L | Important Information
Last updated
This instruction sheet contains vital information that is related to the safe usage and handling of the FermZilla Tri-Conical Unitank.
It is vital that you read this instruction sheet from front to back before using the product!
THIS IS FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN USING A PRESSURISABLE FERMENTAION VESSEL
Do not loosen the tri-clover clamps when the FermZilla is under pressure. Purge all pressure in the FermZilla and the collection container before loosening the tri-clover clamps
When not under pressure do not expose to liquids above 55°C (131°F). Only clean, wash or sanitise the fermenter with cold water
When under pressure do not expose to any temperatures above 35°C (95°F)
Keep the fermenter out of direct sun or heat. Do not expose to UV rays of any sort
If using a heat belt to warm the fermenter then only have the heat belt sitting below the liquid level. Do not use an unregulated heat source, only use heat sources which are plugged into a temperature controller
Under no circumstances apply more than 2.5bar (35psi) to the fermenter. Do not connect an unregulated pressure source. If you connect external pressure source ensure it has independent PRV pre-set to 35psi or below
A spunding valve set below 35psi must always be connected to the FermZilla when fermenting under pressure or connected to the recipient keg when performing a closed transfer. Recommended range for pressure fermenting is 10-12psi
Do not tamper with the pressure relief valve. Only use the red or yellow coloured pressure relief valve supplied by KegLand
If vigorous fermentation is experienced and krausen or wort has contacted the PRV, ensure the PRV is removed and cleaned before putting the FermZilla under pressure
If the fermenter is scratched, damaged or has been under any physical duress; do not use the fermenter under pressure without hydro-testing
If you use the fermenter under pressure hydro test the fermenter every 24 months to ensure it is safe to use
Only use chemical cleaners and sanitizers that are approved by Kegland. These include: KL05371 (effective for sanitising the exterior of the FermZilla) , KL05357 (mixed to the correct dilution), KL05494 (not to be left in the FermZilla for more than 30 minutes), KL07405 . Or contact for more information regarding other compatible chemical cleaning products
Always keep the butterfly valve open during fermentation. Only close the butterfly valve once fermentation has ceased and hydrometer readings are stable for 3 consecutive days
Open the butterfly valve and ensure the system (including the collection container) is depressurized prior to removing the collection container
Do not over tighten carbonation caps onto the threads of the lid or collection container. Doing so can result in the thread being stripped or cracked. We recommend using KL10788 Multi Gas Post Plastic Carbonation Cap (available in (gas) and (liquid)
Do not over tighten the stainless-steel handles onto the neck of the FermZilla
Avoid lifting the FermZilla while full. If filled with wort avoid moving the FermZilla to prevent sticky wort from preventing the PRV from operating
Always conduct a leak test prior to beginning fermentation
Lubricating the Butterfly valve gate and all O-rings will prolong the life of the unit. We recommend
When fermenting under pressure, a PRV alone is not sufficient. A must be used to ensure pressure dos not build beyond safe limits.
