Grainfather Element

[user 4749]

My old Grainfather is not heating tried reset , old controller .
Is there anything else i can try?
And if thats the element kaput can i take it that its now useless .

 

[Rodcx500z]

It could be the controller, not got a gf but just a thought, no doubt the sparks will be along soon

 

[Chippy_Tea]

And if that's the element kaput can i take it that its now useless .

The element is not replicable but you can buy the whole body at £275

You may find one cheaper i only did a quick search.

https://www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk/home/2990-the-grainfather-replacement-boiler-body-pump.html

 

[user 4749]

Might see what i can pick up used

 

[darkbright]

Might see what i can pick up used

With the G40 just out you’ll probably find some bargains around.

 

[aamcle]

Don't panic, check the element use a multimeter, check the controller.

If there is no easy or cost effective replacement look in the correct section of the forum you will find out how to fit a 3rd party element and build a new controller.

Atb. Aamcle

 

[user 4749]

Not great with multimeters etc so have an Electrician friend coming round to check it , pay back time for all the bottles he has drunk plus its in his interest to get me back online.
I have seen a few G30s and other AIOs for sale just none prepared to courier or near me

 

[The Baron]

The elements are bonded types so not really replaceable so you have a few options
1. let your sparky do a continuity test on the element to see if it has broken
2. If the element has gone you could drill a hole in it and put in a standard type and just use it as a boil kettle or use as normal but you would not have the use of the controller so it would just be a manual brew kettle but you still will have the pump for re-circ and the grain bucket so just not the full control you are used to.
3. put a element in and use it as a sparge water heater.
4. find a second hand body as suggested
Good Luck

 

[user 4749]

Looks like its the thermal cut out switch on the underneath of the G30 has gone . Sparky checked all and is sure thats what it is, a couple of pounds for a new one

 

[The Baron]

Well at least you should be able to replace that me thinks

 

[dcbrookes]

Looks like its the thermal cut out switch on the underneath of the G30 has gone . Sparky checked all and is sure thats what it is, a couple of pounds for a new one

They are readily available but make sure you get one rated at 130C otherwise it will tend to cut out during a strong boil. Angel Homebrew have one shown as a Brewzilla spare which would almost certainly fit.

 

[Hoagie]

Have you tried contacting Grainfather?
If it’s out of warranty (over 3 years) they’re not obligated to repair/replace it but it doesn’t mean they won’t. Maybe give them a try before you spend any money.