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Hi. The problem resolved itself for me by moving the fermenter closer to my wifi router and then powering on the fermenter. It then seemed to update itself and start up ok once it had a stronger wifi signal. Once it had updated itself I moved it back to its original location (which has a weak...

An update, in case it helps anyone struggling with the same problem: The nice people at Grainfather suggested that the wifi signal strength may be an issue that effects the upgrade. The signal in my "brewery" aka back room is indeed very weak. By temporarily moving my wifi extender I boosted the...

Has anyone else experienced this? I was prompted by the Grainfather app to update the software on my Conical Fermenter Pro's control unit. The unit then became unresponsive and stayed that way, with a blank screen, even though I left it for an hour. I've tried disconnecting the power, leaving it...

fab, thank you both for your really quick responses. I'll keep it to 20C max then. Wish me luck!

Thanks Gerry. I'll head over there and have a look :)

Hi all. I've just started my first home brew in the Grainfather conical fermenter. I'm using an extract kit (St. Peter's Golden Ale) which recommends a fermentation temperature range of 18-20C. So far so good. The fermenter is nicely keeping to a steady temperature of 19C, even without active...

Hello all. I've only just started brewing at home so have a lot to learn. Looking forward to my brewing adventures :)