Cooling timeUpdated 5 months ago

The software is designed to reach the target yeast-pitching temperature within 30 minutes, assuming you're using cold water (ideally below 50°F / 10°C).

However, in some cases—especially if using warm tap water or brewing in a hot environment—the system might not reach the required temperature in time.

Can I Restart the Cooling Cycle?

Unfortunately, the cooling cycle cannot be restarted through the app once it has finished.

What to do when the wort hasn't cooled down sufficiently:

1. Remove the Smart Keg from the base station.

2. You can secure the lid tightly.

3. Place the keg in a cold environment, such as:

   • An air-conditioned room with good airflow

   • A refrigerator or chest freezer

4. Let it cool manually until the wort reaches the safe yeast-pitching range:

   • 64–72°F (18–22°C) for ales

   • 45–55°F (7–13°C) for lagers

Once the wort is within range, pitch your yeast as usual and resume the fermentation phase.