Revolution x3210 Temperer
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Hi Mike,I had a similar problem several times with my x3210, during the seed phase. When it was time to add the seed chocolate, I'd do so, and the temp would come down a few degrees, but then it would just seem to get stuck or even go back up a degree or so. Chocovision sent me a new baffle, but that didn't solve the problem. Through trial and error, I finally fixed the problem (so far anyway) by making sure I keep stirring my chocolate well as it is getting close to its top melting temp (I melt to 120F), and then also stirring after hitting the seed button and adding the seed chocolate. I also throw a few extra chunks of seed chocolate directly into the melted chocolate, rather than behind the baffle, to help the chocolate cool down. Third, I make sure the kitchen is cool (under 70F).I use a digital thermometer to test the temp of the melted chocoIate in the bowl, and I've noticed that there can be a range of about 5 degrees in various parts of the bowl, if you don't stir. I think my problem was caused by the baffle reading 120 when some of the chocolate was actually 4-5 degrees higher. So when it was time for the temp to come down, the thermometer in the baffle would hit these hot spots, and be unable to drop as it should. Stirring helps ensure a uniform temperature.Hope this helps.Miriam