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Grill Requirements for RK Drums
Grill Requirements for RK Drums One of the most common questions we get is: “Will this or that grill work?”Determining if your grill will work
B. Rotisserie Selection
Rotisseries are included in the Everything Kit. You will need to purchase either an RK Drums Rotisserie or find one at a hardware store, if
C. Grill Setup
(Figure 4) Step 1. Unbox and prepare your grill for your RK Roasting Setup. (Figure 5) Step 2. It helps to have good stable ground
D. Materials Setup
[widgetkit id=”35″ name=”Disclaimer-glasses”] (Figure 6) (Figure 7) Step 3. Get all of your supplies together so you will be able to build quickly and efficiently.
E. Rotisserie & Drum Setup
[widgetkit id=”33″ name=”Disclaimer shock”] NOTE: The following steps, Figures 11, 12 and 13 are no longer required with the Everything Kits as of March 2013.
F. Motor, Base Plate & Motor Mount Setup
[widgetkit id=”36″ name=”Disclaimer Nail”] There are two approaches to motor mounting. With the two generic grill types, you either have some sort of tray mounted
G. Heat Protection Apparel
[widgetkit id=”37″ name=”Disclaimer-Heat”] The “Ove Glove” is a kevlar/nomex glove that permits handling of the 400-600 degree drum. This is absolutely necessary and you should
H. Electrical & Switch Wiring
[widgetkit id=”38″ name=”Buzzy Electro”] See also: Electrical Wiring Guide Illustrated HERE: H. ELECTRICAL & SWITCH WIRING Step 13. Switch Mounting and Wiring. (Figure 59) While
H1. Electrical & Switch Wiring (Illustrated)
[widgetkit id=”40″ name=”Disclaimer Shock”] Provided for ease and convenience, here is the illustrated electrical wiring guide.
I. Thermometer Installation
[widgetkit id=”40″ name=”Disclaimer-drill”] I. THERMOMETER INSTALLATION (Figure 95) Finally we want to install our thermometer. We need the probe as close to the center of
K. Test Firing & First Run
General Information Wash your drum in hot water and detergent before using. A 5 gallon bucket works great, wash the outside, but not the inside,
L. RK Quick Latch Installation
L. Instructions For Quick-Latch Kit (This is only for pre-2008 drum owners with the old pin & clip system, all new drums come with this
Video Guide
A. Overview of Parts & Tools
B. Layout
C. Bracket Installation
D. 2nd Bracket Installation
E. Rotisserie Setup
F. Motor & Plates Setup
G. Electrical Wiring
H. Thermometer Relativity
I. Thermometer Install
J. Burn In
K. Final Checks
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About RK Drums
About RK Drums: How it All Began RK Drums was founded in 2002 by Ron Kyle, of Anderson, SC. Ron was a machinist and avid
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Announcing the new Model T Cooler and 12LB Drum (14LB Max)
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B. Rotisserie Selection
Rotisseries are included in the Everything Kit. You will need to purchase either an RK Drums Rotisserie or find one at a hardware store, if
C. Grill Setup
(Figure 4) Step 1. Unbox and prepare your grill for your RK Roasting Setup. (Figure 5) Step 2. It helps to have good stable ground
Coffee Roaster Drums and Equipment
Coffee Roasting Drums & Equipment 2LB Roasters 4LB Roasters 6LB Roasters 8LB Roasters 12LB Roasters Coolers Motor Mounts / Motors Rotisseries Parts
Coffee Roasting as a Side Hustle
Want to Start a Side Hustle Roasting Coffee? Roasting Coffee is a great way to bring in some extra income. It is very profitable, and
Coffee Roasting Training
This guide will focus particularly on coffee. For cacao, please refer to https://chocolatealchemy.com For other products, please consult an appropriate roasting guide for your
D. Materials Setup
[widgetkit id=”35″ name=”Disclaimer-glasses”] (Figure 6) (Figure 7) Step 3. Get all of your supplies together so you will be able to build quickly and efficiently.
D. Roaster Prep & Roast Profiles for All Drums
It is important to understand that each of the RK Drums (4, 6, 8 and 12) will roast with approximately the same results at a