william_shakes_beer
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OK, getting closer to the first brew day. Went to the LHBS yesterday and bought my basic equipment kit. Also went to Bass Pro and bought a brew pot: 7.5 gallon stainless steel with a spigot. Thought I'd test my stove to see how long it takes to boil 3 gallons of water. Measured it out, set the electric stove to high and was very concerned when the pot started rocking back and forth. Fearing it might break the ceramic stovetop, I placed my hand on the handle to steady it. Once it got up to 150F it seemed to settle down. The boil took about 15 minutes, and I had none of the issues I have heard here from others about the stove shutting off from overheating. Is the rocking normal? Is this a first time only issue that will settle out? should I take the pot back? Stats:
Brew Pot: Bass Pro 30 QT stainless steel pot with spigot
Stove: GE self cleaning electric range, ceramictop/radiant elements
Brew Pot: Bass Pro 30 QT stainless steel pot with spigot
Stove: GE self cleaning electric range, ceramictop/radiant elements