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Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2017-03-26T06:56:50+00:00

Brewhunter wrote:
Also I have not used any coins since and its been fine so could have been that..

Nope. It is crud under coins. Keep the coins cut the crud. Try racking the wash in.

Statistics: Posted by Mash — Sun Mar 26, 2017 6:56 am

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2017-03-25T22:48:48+00:00

Trying to keep the sediment OUT of the boiler is certainly a GOOD thing.
Copper coins or pipe off cuts is also a GOOD thing.
Just ensure that if you use coins that they are genuine copper?
A reason that I only use pipe offcuts.
Not using boil pieces is a recipe for a mess.
Copper ones, IMHO help in the final taste.
Make up your own mind.

Robert.

Statistics: Posted by Easydrinker — Sat Mar 25, 2017 10:48 pm

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2017-03-25T20:01:02+00:00

Also I have not used any coins since and its been fine so could have been that..

Statistics: Posted by Brewhunter — Sat Mar 25, 2017 8:01 pm

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2017-03-25T08:50:10+00:00

Don't pour the crud in. It won't do your boiler any good AND it is likely to produce off flavours.

Brewers friend is a very good cleaner for stainless

Statistics: Posted by Mash — Sat Mar 25, 2017 8:50 am

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2017-03-25T00:32:53+00:00

Yup, yeasty crud settling on the bottom will do it.
You are gonna have to be pretty good with the stirring to move it.

Robert.

Statistics: Posted by Easydrinker — Sat Mar 25, 2017 12:32 am

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2017-03-24T22:38:24+00:00

I'm wondering if this happened because I let a wash that wasn't 100% cleared settle in the boiler before I started the run. Now if I've had wash sat in the boiler for any amount of time Ill give it a stir before starting.

Statistics: Posted by Brewhunter — Fri Mar 24, 2017 10:38 pm

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2017-03-24T22:22:51+00:00

Read a thread somewhere else about these marks appearing in the boilers after use. I also read somewhere about modding the boiler with a piece of copper sheet between the boiler and the element to transfer the heat more efficiently and preventing the scorch marks.

Anybody here done this mod. If you have did it solve the problem.

Statistics: Posted by Chubbs — Fri Mar 24, 2017 10:22 pm

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2016-11-21T23:21:10+00:00

Scratching or pitting would be a built in boil enhancer.

Statistics: Posted by Curmudgeon — Mon Nov 21, 2016 11:21 pm

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2016-11-21T22:40:40+00:00

I fill in the gaps of what I learn from wherever, with stuff that the internet pixies plant in my head.

Robert.

Statistics: Posted by Easydrinker — Mon Nov 21, 2016 10:40 pm

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2016-11-21T12:02:38+00:00

I also have a good collection of utterly pointless gatherings.

Thanks

Statistics: Posted by Mash — Mon Nov 21, 2016 12:02 pm

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2016-11-21T10:19:55+00:00

What I said was just what I've picked up by working with SS, on the forums and from experience.
It's possible that I am completely do-lally and barking up the wrong tree.

I do know that shinny SS has only a small % of Chromium making up a layer of oxide which can be worn through. I don't know if you've seen an old kettle with the concealed element surface worn out, it looks like brass. I know that satin or brushed finishes get better over time as constant cleaning flattens the surface making it more shinny.

Keeping polished SS shinny is important but using scourers makes it go dull over time and the duller it gets, the more cleaning it needs. My Grainfather is going dull after only say 20 brews, but I did read somewhere that cleaning it doesn't effect it's resistance to corroding only to staining, when I say staining i'm talking short term and not permanent.

Salt and bleach are also a NO, it will corrode SS. A mild acid similar to SS descaler or any type of vinegar is an ideal cleaner.

Easydrinker wrote: You probably know loads of stuff that I don't, and vice versa, LOL

But a lot is rubbish accrued over 65 years of learning

Statistics: Posted by vino-tinto — Mon Nov 21, 2016 10:19 am

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2016-11-21T08:44:03+00:00

OH NO ! Mine is completely crackered then:)
I have been scouring it for years - will I need to through all the alcohol away?

C'mon Vino - spill the beans.

Statistics: Posted by Mash — Mon Nov 21, 2016 8:44 am

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2016-11-20T23:30:39+00:00

What bad thing happens VT?
I always use a Scotch brite type scourer.
It always gets it clean.
Is the arguement that it opens up tiny scratches for future staining?
I always thought that the reason SS didn't stain or rust was due to wear, tear, surface scratches and oxidisation of the outer layer?
Do you know something that I don't?

You probably know loads of stuff that I don't, and vice versa, LOL

Robert

Statistics: Posted by Easydrinker — Sun Nov 20, 2016 11:30 pm

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2016-11-20T21:36:31+00:00

Will any vinegar do?
I have malt and white wine

Statistics: Posted by Brewhunter — Sun Nov 20, 2016 9:36 pm

Re: Scorch marks in boiler

2016-11-20T16:26:18+00:00

Thank VT quite worrying when you first see it.

Statistics: Posted by Brewhunter — Sun Nov 20, 2016 4:26 pm