Still Spirits T500 Manuel utilisateur

INSTRUCTION

MANUAL

The T500 Reﬂux Distillation System is designed to

produce the purest spirit with the highest yield from

your wash. When used with the instructions in this

manual, the T500 Reﬂux Distillation System will

produce a beautiful clean spirit of up to 93% ABV and

extract 95% of the alcohol in your wash.

This extremely pure, neutral spirit is the perfect base

for all spirits and liqueurs but is essential for the

delicate spirits like gin, white rum and vodka.

MAKES UP TO  L  US GAL OF  ABV FROM

A  L  US GAL WASH USING  KG . LB

SUGAR AND  SACHET TURBO YEAST.

Instructions suitable for use with stainless steel and

copper reﬂux condensers.

REFLUX

DISTILLATION

SYSTEM

INTRODUCTION

The ultimate still for home distilling, the T500 Reﬂux Distillation System is a must

for anyone who wants to produce large quantities of extremely clean, pure alcohol.

To complete a T500 Reﬂux Distillation System you will need both a

T500 Reﬂux Condenser and a T500 Boiler.

To obtain the best performance from the T500 Reﬂux Distillation System and to

operate it safely, it is important to read these instructions carefully and save them

for future reference.

CONTENTS

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SAFETY P.3

STEP 1: MAKING THE WASH P.4

STEP 2: PREPARING THE T500 REFLUX DISTILLATION SYSTEM P.5-6

STEP 3: DISTILLING THE WASH P.7

STEP 4: DILUTING AND FILTERING P.8

STEP 5: FLAVOURING P.8

WATER DISTILLATION P.9

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE P.10-11

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION AND FAQS P.12-14

GLOSSARY P.15

REFLUX

DISTILLATION

SYSTEM

WARNING:

This distillation system produces a highly ﬂammable liquid.

PRECAUTION:

• Always operate the T500 Reﬂux Distillation System in a room with adequate ventilation.

• Do not use outdoors, as drafts aect distillation eciency.

• Never leave the T500 Reﬂux Distillation System unattended when operating.

• Keep the T500 Reﬂux Distillation System away from all sources of ignition, including smoking, sparks, heat and

open ﬂames.

• Ensure all other equipment near the T500 Reﬂux Distillation System or the alcohol is earthed.

• Do not operate the T500 boiler with an extension cord.

• A ﬁre extinguishing device suitable for alcohol should be kept nearby. This can be water fog, ﬁne water spray, foam,

dry powder, carbon dioxide, sand or dolomite.

• Do not boil dry. In the event the unit is boiled dry, the T500 Boiler with dual element control switches (two switches)

has an automatic reset switch under the base of the boiler which will reset once the boiler has cooled down. The

T500 Boiler with a single element switch has a cut-out button under the base of the unit - when it is safe to do so,

press the reset button to reset the thermostat. In the very unlikely event this cutout fails on either boiler, a fusible link

gives added protection. This fuse will melt and cut the ﬂow of power if the temperature exceeds a safe level.

It cannot be reset by the user and the boiler will require professional attention.

• Do not distil any liquid above 40% ABV as this could cause a vacuum and other potential safety issues.

• Do not submerge the distillate out tube as this could cause a vacuum, which may result in the boiler imploding.

IN CASE OF SPILLAGE:

• Shut o all possible sources of ignition.

• Clean up spills immediately using cloth, paper towels or other absorbent material such as soil, sand or other

inert material.

• Collect, seal, and dispose of accordingly.

• Mop area with excess water.

NOTE: Not following the safety information above could result in serious injuries and may

void your warranty.

POWER CONTROL:

T500 BOILER WITH DUAL POWER SWITCHES:

• This boiler model has adjustable power switches.

• When both switches are in the ON position the element will be supplied full power of 2200W (1600W if using a

US/CA unit).

• When one switch is set to the OFF position it will only consume 1100W (or 1100W/500W if using a US/CA unit)

of power.

• Adjusting the power can be useful in areas with warmer tap water for cooling and also for use with the Still Spirits

Alembic Pot Still.

T500 BOILER WITH A SINGLE POWER SWITCH:

• This boiler model has a single power switch.

• When the switch is in the ON position the element will be supplied full power of 2000W (1600W if using US/CA unit).

PLEASE READ ALL OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR STILL

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

3 [FERMENT] (DAY 1)

• Place lid on fermenter, half fill the airlock with

water and fit airlock into the rubber grommet on

the lid.

• Leave to ferment at 18-30°C (64-86°F), or as per

the recommendation on the yeast sachet, for

about 1 week or until the wash has stopped fizzing.

Note: The fermentation process produces various

aromas which may be unpleasant sometimes. It

will dissipate and won’t affect the quality of your

alcohol.

4 [CHECK THE SPECIFIC GRAVITY (SG)]

(APPROX. DAY 6&7)

• Check the SG by floating the hydrometer in the

wash. The SG reading is the number on the scale

where the liquid cuts the glass. A fully fermented

wash will have an SG reading of approx. 0.990

or lower.

• The SG measurement will let you know when the

sugars have been converted into alcohol and your

wash is ready to be cleared.

• Fermentation is complete when SG has been

stable at 0.990 for 2 consecutive days.

5 [CLEAR YOUR WASH] (APPROX. DAY 7)

• Once fermentation is complete, stir the

wash vigorously to release all of the gas.

Once fully degassed, add Part A of the Turbo

Clear. Stir well and leave for 1 hour.

• After 1 hour, slowly pour Part B evenly over the

top of the wash while stirring gently to help spread

it evenly. Do not stir vigorously as this will disrupt

the clearing process.

• Leave for 24 hours minimum to allow the sediment

to settle at the bottom of the fermenter, leaving it

for a few extra days will allow it to clear better.

• Once cleared, your wash is ready to be distilled,

using the T500 Reflux Distillation System.

6 [STORING YOUR WASH]

• We recommend distilling a wash within one week

of clearing. The longer it is left, the more off

flavours may develop caused by autolysis of dead

yeast cells. It is likely to be fine for up to 8 weeks if

kept sealed and cool.

The first step in making a high quality spirit is to

produce a good, clean wash. It is recommended that

you always use the Still Spirits Turbo Yeast, Sugar

and Carbon range with the T500 Reflux Distillation

System for best results from your still. Regardless

of the size of your boiler, we recommend always

making up to 20-25 L (5-6 US Gal) wash at one time

using Still Spirits Production Packs or by purchasing

these products separately. If you do not distil the full

amount of wash at one time, this can be saved to be

distilled at a later date.

In this step you will need:

• Fully assembled 30 L (8 US Gal) fermenting

vessel (refer to the instructions which came with

the fermenter for assembly information).

• Cold Water Cleaner Detergent and No Rinse

Sanitiser (or an alternative cleaning and

sanitising product).

• Mixing spoon.

• Wash ingredients (water, sugar, carbon, yeast,

clearing agent).

• Hydrometer.

1 [CLEAN AND SANITISE YOUR EQUIPMENT]

(DAY 1)

• Clean and sanitise your 30 L (8 US Gal) fermenter.

• While cleaning and sanitising, check for any leaks

around the tap seal of the fermenter.

2 [ADD INGREDIENTS] (DAY 1)

• Once fermenter and equipment are sanitised,

shake off excess moisture, but do not rinse.

• Put sanitised spoon on top of the sanitised lid (lid

inner facing upwards to keep sanitised).

• Refer to the instructions on the yeast sachet for

the quantity and temperature of water, as well as

the quantity and type of sugar recommended.

• It is recommended to take a specific gravity

reading here and record it, this will allow you to be

certain fermentation has taken place and can aid

in troubleshooting later if required.

Note: If sugars are not fully dissolved, the

fermentation will be partial and you will get

less alcohol.

STEP 1

MAKING THE WASH

PREPARE THE T500 REFLUX

DISTILLATION SYSTEM

Your wash will be distilled through the T500 Reflux

Distillation System. It comes in two parts: the T500

Boiler and the T500 Reflux Condenser.

It is best to set up the T500 Reflux Distillation

System in a place where it can stay for

5 hours (6-7 hours for US/CA units), the approx. time

for one distillation using the 30 L (8 US Gal) boiler

(less if using a smaller boiler).

The T500 Reflux Distillation System will need to be

run on a level bench or table, in a place which has

electricity, a sink, a tap and adequate ventilation (ie

the kitchen or laundry), but not outside as drafts

affect distillation efficiency dramatically.

The T500 Reﬂux Condenser box comes with the

following components:

• Stainless steel distilling column prepacked with

copper and stainless steel saddles.

• Digital thermometer with LR44 battery and

mounting bracket.

• Water flow controller (and adaptors) - refer to

p.14 for more details on tap connector.

• Cooling water tubes (1 thin, 1 thick).

• Alcohol (distillate out) tube (white).

• Ceramic boil enhancers.

1 [TRANSFER YOUR CLEARED WASH INTO

THE T500 BOILER]

• Place the boiler body on a ﬁrm, level bench, with

the tap over the sink, to avoid handling the hot

boiler when emptying contents later on. Do

not point the tap to the front to avoid boiling liquid

pouring out on you or a passer by if it gets knocked.

• Using a syphon or 5 L (1 .3 US Gal) jug, transfer

the cleared wash from the fermenter into the

boiler. You can also place the boiler below the tap

on the fermenter and pour it in that way, but keep

in mind you will need to lift the full boiler back

up to the bench afterwards. Be careful to leave

as much sediment behind as possible. Do not fill

beyond the maximum level line on the 30 L

(8 US Gal) T500 Boiler.

2 [ADD CERAMIC BOIL ENHANCERS AND

DISTILLING CONDITIONER]

• Add all of the ceramic boil enhancers into

the T500 Boiler and the wash.

• Optional: Add 3 capfuls of distilling conditioner

(sold separately) to the cleared wash in the

T500 30 L (8 US Gal) Boiler if you suspect

excessive foaming.

• Place the lid back on. Do not clip on yet as you will

need to ﬁt the column/condenser on the lid in Step 5.

Boiler

Condenser

Distilling

column

Digital

thermometer

Alcohol tube

(white)

Waste

discharge

tap

Cooling water

tube (thick)

Water outlet

block

Cooling water

tube (thin)

STEP 2

3. [ASSEMBLE THE T500 REFLUX CONDENSER]

Your water tubing is identified by a thick tube and a

thin tube.

• Connect the long, thick, clear tube to the water

outlet block C. This will flow into your sink.

• Connect the short thin, clear tube to make the top

loop connection E.

• Connect the thin clear tube on the water inlet B,

to your tap. This will flow from your tap (via the

adaptor) into the condenser.

• Connect the white tube on the distillate outlet D.

The distilled alcohol will flow from here to your

collecting jug. Ensure the tube will not be

submerged in distillate, otherwise the

boiler may implode. You should see the drops of

distillate falling into your collecting vessel.

4. [ADD THE THERMOMETER]

• Place the battery in the thermometer.

• A switch on the back allows you to turn the

thermometer on and off. A second switch

allows you to set the thermometer to Celsius

or Fahrenheit.

• Mount the thermometer in the mounting bracket

provided. Clip the panel onto the condenser near

the bottom.

• Fit the stainless steel sensor probe into the hole A.

• Use a wire tie to tidy up any loose wiring.

5. [BOILER]

Fit the T500 Reﬂux Condenser onto the T500 Boiler.

• Check the T500 Reflux Condenser is full of

saddles inside. If the column is empty, you

will need to add copper saddles first, followed by

the stainless steel saddles packed in the column,

then follow the next step.

Note: You may have a handful of saddles left,

which cannot fit in the condenser, this is normal.

• Holding the condenser upside down, unscrew the

nut at the base of the condenser; leave the black

O ring in the base of the column.

• Place the T500 Boiler lid over the column and

screw the nut back in the column. Tighten firmly,

so that the lid doesn’t spin anymore.

• Place the lid and condenser on the T500 Boiler,

in position where you can see the thermometer.

• Secure lid onto the T500 Boiler base with

the clips.

IMPORTANT: Ensure the T500 Reflux Condenser

is standing straight, or it will not operate properly

during distillation.

Water outlet temperature sensor

Cooling water inlet

Water outlet

Distillate outlet

Top loop connections

cold

water

warm

water

out

Distillate out

YOU ARE NOW READY FOR DISTILLATION

water

• Once the wash starts boiling, make sure the temperature

reading is above 50°C (122°F) (otherwise you won’t collect

any alcohol) and below 65°C (149°F). If the temperature is

below 50°C (122°F), shut down the water ﬂow controller

valve slightly (very little will suce) to reduce the water ﬂow.

If the temperature is above 65°C (149°F), open the valve a

little more to increase the water ﬂow. You may ﬁnd you need

to adjust the water ﬂow several times throughout the run to

maintain the outlet water temperature within 50-65°C (122-

149°F). You can use the Still Spirits Water Flow Regulator

to help with water ﬂow consistency. For an overview on the

importance of controlling the water outlet see p.13.

Note: If using the T500 Boiler with dual element control

switches - While there is usually no need to adjust the

power settings for use with the T500 Reﬂux Condenser,

in some environments with very warm tap water, it could

assist to switch the unit to 1100w mode to reduce the

chances of steam and provide better cooling.

4. [COLLECT YOUR SPIRIT]

• Once the wash starts boiling, the spirit will come out of the

white tube into your collecting jug.

• Collect and discard the ﬁrst 50 -100 ml (1.7-3.4 US ﬂ oz)

of distillate.

WARNING: Make sure the white tube is never

submerged into the distillate, otherwise the boiler may

implode. You should see the drops of distillate falling

into your collecting vessel.

IMPORTANT!

The ﬁrst 50 ml (1.7 US ﬂ oz) that comes out of the still

contains lighter molecules, such as acetaldehyde, ethyl

acetate and methyl propanol, which have a strong and

unpleasant smell, often described as ‘hospital smell’ or ‘nail

polish’. They should not be consumed.

5. [FINISH THE DISTILLATION]

Approx. 5 hours (6-7 hours for US/CA units) after the boiler

has been turned on, you should have collected approx.

3.4 - 4.5 L (0.9 - 1.2 US Gal) of 90-93% ABV spirit depending

on the yeast you used in your wash. For further information,

refer to your yeast packet or the Turbo Yeast table on our

website. You will also notice the distillate is slower to come out

(1 drop every 5 to 10 seconds), that means all the alcohol has

been distilled and the boiler can be turned o.

• Ensure the distillate out tube (white tube) is not submerged

in distillate.

• Turn o the boiler and disconnect the power outlet.

• Turn o the cooling water supply.

• The depleted wash left in the T500 Boiler will be

dangerously hot. Allow it to cool to a safe temperature

before emptying it through the tap, into the sink or onto the

garden (it makes a great fertiliser).

• Remove the T500 Reﬂux Condenser and Boiler lid

assembly, and rinse the boiler of all wash and debris, being

careful to retain the ceramic boil enhancers for the next

distillation run.

• Run water through the condenser to rinse the saddles

every 5 to 10 distillations.

Distilling takes about 5 hours (6-7 hours for US/CA units) from

start to ﬁnish. Please ensure you can give your full attention

to operating the T500 Reﬂux Distillation System for this time

period. The T500 Reﬂux Distillation System becomes very hot

during operation, therefore extreme care needs to be taken and

children should be kept well clear during and after distilling. The

process produces a highly ﬂammable liquid, keep all sources of

ignition away from the still.

To run the T500 Reﬂux Distillation System, you will need

to have:

• 5 L (1.3 US Gal) jug or vessel to collect alcohol.

• Cooling water supply and sink.

• Water ﬂow controller provided with your condenser.

• Measuring vessel to collect and discard the ﬁrst

50 -100 ml (1.7-3.4 US ﬂ oz).

1. [CONNECT THE CONDENSER TO WATER SUPPLY]

• If you have a Still Spirits Water Flow Regulator, connect this now.

This allows for optimum control of your water ﬂow and prevents

any issues with changes in pressure from your water supply.

• Fit the water ﬂow controller to your tap/faucet. Refer to ‘water

ﬂow adaptor’ FAQs p.14 if you have any issues with ﬁtting.

• Shut the water ﬂow valve completely.

• Connect the long thin tube to the ﬂow controller.

• Place the long thick tube into the sink or drain.

• Place the white distillate outlet tube into the collection jug or

vessel. Position the tube so that it cannot become submerged

under the distillate, otherwise the boiler may implode. This

is because it can cause a vapour lock and the distillate can’t

escape the unit, causing pressure to build up.

• Note that the water supply will not be required for the ﬁrst part of

the boil.

2. [START THE BOIL]

• Connect the T500 Boiler to the power supply and turn the boiler

on. If using the T500 Boiler with dual element control switches,

ensure both power switches are set to on for maximum power.

• A 23 L (6 US Gal) wash will take just over 1 hour to heat to boiling

temperature.

3. [ADJUST THE WATER FLOW]

• About 35 minutes (70 mins for US/CA units) after the

30 L (8 US Gal) T500 Boiler has been turned on and before the

wash begins to boil, open the water supply.

• Gradually open the water ﬂow controller valve to adjust the ﬂow

rate between 400 and 700ml per minute or if using US or CA

units use 13.5 US ﬂ oz/min. You can measure water ﬂow by using

a measuring vessel (1 L (1 US qt) jug or kitchen cup measurer)

and timing how many ml/US ﬂ oz ﬂow into the measuring vessel

per minute.

US users – NOTE : If you are in the US/CA, your boiler has a

lower power due to the 110V system used. As a result, the

cooling water ﬂow should be approx 3.5 US ﬂ oz/minute and

look like a trickle.

DISTIL THE WASH

STEP 3

Once you have your diluted, filtered alcohol at

40% ABV, it is time to flavour it. Still Spirits has a

large range of flavourings you can use. Refer to the

individual instructions on each flavouring for specific

directions of use.

Another way to ﬂavour your spirit is to perform a

botanical distillation run using a botanical basket.

Refer to page 9 for more information on how to do this.

3. [FILTER YOUR SPIRIT]

Filter your diluted spirit through activated carbon, as

per the instructions of use that come with

your filter.

NOTE: Check the strength again with the alcometer

after ﬁltering and adjust ABV by adding more water

according to your needs.

STEP 5/DAY 8

The spirit you have produced will lie somewhere

between 90 and 93% ABV. It has to be watered

down to 50% ABV before filtering, regardless of

the type of carbon filter used. Refer to p.14 for more

information about activated carbon.

You will need:

• Alcometer (we recommend using the Still Spirits

0-100% ABV alcometer).

NOTE: It is calibrated to take measurements at

20°C (68°F). If your alcohol is warmer or cooler than

20°C (68°F) use the temperature correction tables.

• Trial jar (this is the casing that holds the Still

Spirits alcometer), or a measuring cylinder.

• Clean and drinkable water.

• Carbon filtration system ( we recommend using

the Still Spirits Filter Pro or EZ Filter for quick &

easy filtration).

WARNING: You are handling highly ﬂammable

alcohol; keep away from all ignition sources

(spark, ﬂame).

1. [MEASURE YOUR DISTILLATE % ABV WITH

THE ALCOMETER]

• Pour some of your distillate in the trial jar (approx.

200 ml (7 US fl oz)).

• Float the alcometer in the distillate. The % ABV is

the number on the scale where the liquid cuts the

glass. It should read between 90 and 93% ABV.

Check the temperature and adjust if needed.

2. [WATER DOWN YOUR DISTILLATE]

• Place the distillate in a container that can hold 5 L

(1.3 US Gal) at least.

• For each litre (US qt) of distillate at 90-93% ABV,

add 850 ml (28 US fl oz) of clean drinkable water

and mix thoroughly (if you have collected 3.5 L (1

US Gal) of distillate, you will need to add 2.9 L (1

US qt) of water (=3.5 x 0.85), if you have collected

700 ml (24 US fl oz) of distillate, you will need to

add 550 ml (18.6 US fl oz) of water).

• Measure your diluted spirit % ABV again, it should

read approx 50% ABV. If it is slightly higher, add a

little more water (100 ml (3 US fl oz) at a time), stir

and recheck % ABV. If it is lower, do not add more

water and proceed to filtration.

Note: Adding water will increase the temperature,

adjust accordingly.

DILUTE AND FILTER

FLAVOURING YOUR SPIRIT

serving suggestion

STEP 4

WATER DISTILLATION

POT DISTILLING

BOTANICAL BASKET

DISTILLATION

STEP 1 [ASSEMBLY]

• Remove all saddles from your column and rinse it thoroughly.

• Connect the short thin tube to the condenser outlet E.

• Connect the long thick tube over the short thin tube. This will

ﬂow into your sink.

• Connect the long thin tube onto the water inlet B.

• Connect the white tube on the outlet D. The distilled water

will ﬂow from here to your collecting vessel.

• You don’t need a thermometer for water distillation.

STEP 2 [WATER DISTILLATION]

Distilling 20 L (5 US Gal) of water will take about 8-10 hours

(10-12 hours for US/CA units) from start to finish (excluding

heating time) and will produce approximately 18 L (4.8 US Gal)

of distilled water.

You will need to have:

• Clock or timer.

• Large vessel to collect distilled water (as large as the

quantity of water initially placed in the boiler).

• Cooling water supply.

1. Place the boiler body on a firm, level, bench where the waste

can discharge into a drain or sink. Add water to your boiler,

do not fill beyond the maximum level line on the boiler.

2. Place the column and boiler lid assembly onto the boiler

base. Fasten the four clips that hold the lid onto the boiler.

Check the sealing gasket is sitting firmly onto the boiler

with no gaps.

3. Connect the power to the boiler. The water will take about

80 minutes to heat to boiling temperature.

4. Before the water begins to boil, turn on the cooling water

just enough so that the distillate doesn’t come steaming,

but rather flowing in a liquid form.

5. After you have collected 18 L (4.8 US Gal) of water, (if

distilling 20 L (5 US Gal)), turn the boiler power off and

disconnect from the power outlet. Turn off the cooling

water supply. Be careful when discarding remaining water

left in boiler as this will be hot.

The distilled water must be filtered through a filtration

system to ensure any unwanted flavours and aromas from

previous washes are removed. Refer to your filter manual

for filtering instructions.

Note: Ensure the distillate out tube is not submerged in

water, otherwise the boiler may implode. You should see

the drops of water falling into your collecting vessel.

1. Add the ﬁltered alcohol into the boiler and top up

with water to at least 10 L minimum, ensuring the

liquid is 40% ABV or lower.

2. Remove all saddles from the column. Assemble

the T500 unit as per water distilling instructions

by having the cooling water directly through the

condenser, by-passing the reﬂux coil and water

outlet block.

3. Attach only the threaded section of the basket to the

condenser column and underside of the lid in place

of the stainless steel plug.

4. Fill the bottom piece of the botanical basket with

your desired botanicals. Orientate the pieces you

have just assembled so they are the correct way up

and screw in the basket from the bottom.

5. Turn on the unit. It could take an hour to heat to the

boil, depending on volume, so keep an eye on it and

approximately 30 minutes after switching the heat

on, turn on the cooling water. Adjust the cooling

water to a rate of 2.5 L (2.5 US qt) per min or so that

the distillate doesn’t become steaming, but rather

ﬂowing in a liquid form. Make sure the white tube is

never submerged in distillate, otherwise the boiler

may implode. You should see the drops of distillate

falling into your collecting vessel.

6. Collect all the spirit into a 5 L (1.5 US Gal) demijohn.

Stop collecting when the spirit reaches 20% ABV.

7. Water down to 40% ABV and leave to settle

before consumption.

Note: Ensure the distillate out tube will not be

submerged, otherwise the boiler may implode.

You should see the drops of distilled water falling

into your collecting vessel.

WARNING: Make sure botanicals do not fall into

condenser column as this may cause a blockage.

If this does occur please contact customer service

before trying to extract the blockage.

If using the T500 Boiler with Adjustable Power

Control switches with the Alembic Dome and

Condenser or other pot still attachments, you can

reduce the boil power once you get close to the boil

by switching the boiler from 2200W for (or 1600W

for US/CA units) down to 1100W (or 1100/500W for

US/CA units).

This enables a gentler boil ideal for pot distilling

flavoursome spirits.

For more information refer to the instructions for the

Alembic Dome and Condenser on our website.

WHAT IS THE PROBLEM? WHY IS IT HAPPENING? HOW TO FIX IT?

Alcohol distillate

ﬂows irregularly.

• Wash is surge boiling caused by hot spot on

base of integrated boiler.

• Distillate outlet pipe is higher than outlet

creating an airlock or is submerged in

distillate causing alternating pressure

and vacuum.

• Add ceramic boil enhancers. In extreme

cases try adding 1–2 stainless steel

pot scrubbers.

• Make sure the outlet pipe allows the

water to ﬂow downwards from the

condenser outlet.

Trim outlet pipe so that it cannot be below

the level of the collected distillate.

No alcohol is coming out. • This may be due to the cooling water being

too cold or its ﬂow rate too high.

• This may be due to an incorrect position of

the tubes.

• There may be a blockage at the end of your

alcohol outlet tubing.

• Ensure the cooling water outlet

temperature is between 50-65°C

(122-149°F) during distillation.

• Check the tubes are in the correct position

(refer to Step 2 and 3).

• Remove the plug at the end of your alcohol

outlet tubing.

The spirit is coming out

cloudy/milky.

• Wash is foaming while boiling and carrying

fermentation residues up the column.

• Unfermented sugar in your wash can cause

foaming which eventually made its way up

into the condenser causing the temperature

ﬂuctuations and producing undesirable,

cloudy spirit.

• Always ensure your wash is

completely fermented (refer to Step 1

on fermentation).

• Only ﬁll wash to MAX line on inside

of boiler if using the 30 L (8 US Gal) boiler.

• Add 3 capfuls of Still Spirits Distilling

Conditioner to the wash. This stops

excessive foaming in the boiler.

• Add ceramic boil enhancers in your boiler

• Re-distil the bad spirit.

Spirit has a strong unpleasant

smell, described as ‘paint

thinner’, ‘hospital’, ‘burnt’,

‘nail polish’.

• Distillate coming out of the T500

is at approx 93% ABV and has a strong

ethanol smell.

• The ﬁrst 50 -100 ml (1.7-3.4 US ﬂ oz) of

distillate has a stronger smell (nail polish type),

because it contains most acetaldehydes and

esters. This should be discarded.

• The rest of the distillate smells like ethanol.

• Water down and ﬁlter your distillate

with activated carbon. It will trap most

unwanted ﬂavours, leaving you a clean

spirit (refer to activated carbon in

the glossary).

Spirit has a blue tint. • This is caused by unbalanced or excessive

nutrients added in the fermentation vessel.

Nutrients are essential for the yeast to

ferment sugars; they are precisely dosed

and included in every Still Spirits Turbo

Yeast sachet.

• Use only 1 sachet of Still Spirits Turbo

Yeast per 25 L (6.6 US Gal) of wash.

• Follow recommended recipes for each

type of Turbo Yeast.

The yield is low. • The wash has not fermented out

properly so the amount of alcohol available

is reduced. This could be due

to several factors:

• The sugars were not fully dissolved.

• The fermentation temperature is too low or

too high.

• Steam and vapour pressure is leaking from

lid seal.

• Check the fermentation is ﬁnished (refer

to FAQs about fermentation).

• Check lid gasket is sitting evenly inside lid

before clipping onto the base.

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