Into the woods by 6:30 AM. About 34 overnight. Cloudy. Drizzle. Wind. Sunny and 40. Cloudy again. Cooked about 195 gallons today. Four batches into the milk can. About 180 gallons in one tank and the main bulk tank with about 200 gallons remain.

The replacement pump arrived. Its a different model then what was on the R/O. We had to check with the manufacturer that it was compatible. The pump had a sticker saying I was wired for 230 V. It was our understanding this feed pump used 120 V. Took several hours to reach a representative because they are busy with other maple syrup producers too. After several calls and pictures it seems the pump is compatible. The pump does use 230 V. If we match the wiring connections from the old pump we will be fine. Next we contact our electrician to get it wired in. Also have to change some plumping fittings. Bottom line is it could be another day before its in operation.

Back to the farmhouse by 6:30 PM. Back to 12 hour days.