How to Use a Marcland Autodraw

Maple syrup production requires a series of strategic cooking steps.

Maple syrup is a common topping for warm pancakes or waffles. The maple syrup industry uses many different tools for creating the sweet liquid from natural tree sap. However, all maple syrup production requires heating the liquid to a specific temperature during manufacturing. Some producers use autodraws, such as those supplied by Marcland, to regulate the liquid's temperature. The autodraw automatically extracts the quality syrup, once the set temperature is reached.

Things You'll Need

• Marcland autodraw system
• Maple syrup evaporator pan
• Raw maple sap
• Bucket

Instructions

1. Pour the raw maple sap from a bucket into the evaporator pan.

2. Visually verify that the Marcland autodraw's temperature probe is positioned into the maple sap. Do not allow the probe to rest on the evaporator pan's bottom, as this position will negatively affect the temperature reading.

3. Plug the Marcland autodraw controller into an electrical socket. Allow the controller to initialize. Any errors or failures will display across the controller's front panel.

4. Move the controller's toggle switch to "auto" for an automatic draw at the specified temperature.

5. Press the up and down arrows on the controller's front panel to adjust the autodraw's temperature. Typically, the average draw-off temperature desired is 219 degrees Fahrenheit.

6. Allow the evaporator pan to heat up. Position a clean bucket under the output tube extending from the evaporator pan.

7. Visually verify that the Marcland autodraw reacts when the displayed temperature reaches the target position. The autodraw should allow the heated syrup to move through the output tube and into the clean bucket, indicating that the syrup has reached the proper viscosity during production.

Tips & Warnings

• Higher temperature settings on the Marcland autodraw will produce a thicker syrup. The sap will evaporate for a longer time period if the temperature is higher. However, a low temperature creates a thin maple syrup, allowing more water to remain within the sap. Make sure to set the temperature correctly for the best maple syrup quality.

• Use caution when plugging the Marcland autodraw into electrical power. Make sure that your hands are clean and dry, to prevent any chance of electrocution.

References

• Purdue University: Tips For Sweet Success: Topics Set For Ohio Maple Days
• Anderson's Pure Maple Syrup: Marcland/GBM Auto-Drawoff Instructions
• Anderson's Pure Maple Syrup: Instruction Manual for the 110 VAC Draw-off Controller System