Saturday, November 03, 2007

A "Dry" run...

Doing a first "dry" run on the beer kit.... making sure that I have all the stuff that I need logistics that kind of thing.

Things to note...

Propane burners are loud and hot... should probally brew on back porch when time comes not garage unless it is a windy day.

20 minutes to bring ~8 gallons of water to 200F so around 15minutes for 6 gallons to 180F

Propane control knob has a small play region after 2 turns it's wide open.

Need to find a better thermometer... this one floating way low in the pot is not a good idea.

Oven mits are a really good idea all around

Ball valve on the pot is holding... small leakage only from the end.

Sink, test, and tighten chiller before starting boil...

7 minutes to 150F with 8 gallons of water.

May need to spray out side of kettle to help get water temp down. Need to get second hose.

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