DCS RF24T1 User Manual

OUTDOOR REFRIGERATOR AND BEER DISPENSER

Use and Care and Installation Guide

MODELS:

RF24R RF24T

A MESSAGE TO OUR CUSTOMERS

Thank you for selecting this DCS Outdoor Refrigerator/Beer Dispenser. Because of these appliances’ unique

eatures we have developed this Use and Care and Installation Guide. It contains valuable information on how to

f properly install, operate and maintain your new appliance for years of safe and enjoyable operation.

o help serve you better, pleasefill out and submit your Ownership Registration by visiting our website at

T www.dcsappliances.com and selecting “Customer Service” on the home page and then select “Ownership Registration” or submit the enclosed Ownership Registration Card to the address below. In addition, keep this guide handy, as it will help answer questions that may arise as you use your new appliance.

For your convenience, product questions can be answered by a DCS Customer Care Representative at 1-888-281-5698, email: support@dcsappliances.com, or by mail:

Fisher & Paykel Appliances, Inc. Attention: DCS Customer Care 5900 Skylab Road Huntington Beach, CA 92647

NOTE: Please write the Model and Serial Number on this page for references (the serial plate is located on the upper left side, inner wall).

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

Note to Customer:

This merchandise was carefully packed and thoroughly inspected before leaving our plant. Responsibility for its safe delivery was assumed by the carrier upon acceptance of the shipment. As directed on the side of your packing carton, claims for loss or damage sustained in tr

A) Exterior Damage: Make thorough damage notation on your delivery receipt and have driver acknowledge by signa-

ture and date. Send a written request asking for an inspection report from carrier. Include the name of carrier representative and the date the inspection was requested. Retain inspection report and receipt for filing of a claim.

B) Concealed Damage: This must be reported to carrier within fifteen days. Obtain inspection report from the carrier.

Retain the inspection report for filing of the claim. DO NOT RETURN DAMAGED MERCHANDISE TO MANUFACTURER -FILE THE CLAIM WITH THE CARRIER. R

ansit m

etain all packing material for possible inspection.

ust be made on the carrier as follows:

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY PRACTICES AND PRECAUTIONS 3

INSTALLATION - ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS 4

NSTALLATION

Electrical connection 5 How to install your outdoor refrigerator/beer dispenser 6-7 How to install your outdoor beer dispenser components 8-11 Tapping procedures 12

USING THE REFRIDGERATOR/BEER DISPENSER 13-14

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

How to clean and maintain your unit 15 Replace interior light bulb 16 Things to remember 16 Energy saving tips 16

MOVING OR STORING YOUR REFRIGERATOR 17

TROUBLESHOOTING 18-19

SERVICE 20

WARRANTY 21-22

SAFETY PRACTICES & PRECAUTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons read these SAFETY PRACTICES AND PRECAUTIONS

efore operating this appliance. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.

WARNING

When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following:

DANGER!

■ This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.

■ Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator/beer dispenser:

1. Take off the doors.

2. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

ELECTRICAL

■ This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instruction before it is used.

■ Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out

from the outlet.

■ Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion along its length or at either the plug or appliance end. If the power supply cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by your Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorized Service Center because special purpose tools are required.

■ Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning, or replacing the light bulb.

STORING FOOD AND DRINKS

■ Never store volatile or flammable materials in your refrigerator as they may explode.

■ Never freeze liquids in glass containers. Liquid expands during freezing which may cause the container to

explode.

■ Do not consume food if it is too cold. Food removed from the freezer compartment may be cold enough to cause damage when brought into contact with bare skin, e.g. frozen ice cubes.

POWER FAILURE – FOOD SAFETY

■ Do not refreeze foods that have thawed completely. Follow the recommendations below if you discover food that has thawed:

Ice crystals still visible – food may be refrozen but should be stored for a shorter period than recommended.

2. Thawed but refrigerator cold – refreezing generally not recommended. Fruits and some cooked food can be

refrozen but use as soon as possible.

Meat, fish, poultry – use immediately or cook, then refreeze. Vegetables – discard as they usually go limp and soggy.

wed but warmer than 4

3. T

possible. Discard all other frozen foods.

■ Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. The food may be dangerous to eat.

C/40ºF

ed mea

– r

t can be cooked immediately and refrozen but use as soon as

CLEANING

■ Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents which may attack plastic components of your

igerator/beer dispenser and cause them to crack. Please refer to the Care and Maintenance section of this

efr

r booklet for further advice (see pages 15-16).

DISPOSAL

■ Extreme care must be taken when disposing of your old appliance to avoid hazards. The refrigerant gas must be safely removed.

■ Your Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorized Service Center will be able to give advice on environmentally friendly methods of disposing of your old refrigerator/beer dispenser.

INSTALLATION – ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

POWER

■ The appliance must be installed so the power plug is accessible.

■ To ensure that the appliance is not accidentally switched off, connect your refrigerator/beer dispenser to its

own power point. Do not plug in any other appliance at this power point or use extension cords, or double adapters, as the combined weight of both power cords can pull the double adapter from a wall outlet socket.

■ For power requirements, refer to the information on the serial plate located at the front bottom right-hand side of the refrigerator when the door is open.

■ It is essential that the appliance be properly grounded (earthed) with a three prong receptacle. Never cut or break off the grounding prong to fit a two-prong outlet.

LOCATION

■ Your refrigerator/beer dispenser should not be located in direct sunlight.

STABILITY

■ It is important that all four corners of the refrigerator/beer dispenser base are supported firmly on a solid level surface to eliminate any cabinet movement.

■ Installing the appliance on a soft or uneven or unlevel floor may result in twisting of the cabinet and poor sealing of the doors. If the doors do not seal properly, warm air will enter the food storage areas causing the temperature to increase, resulting in food spoilage and food loss.

■ Before moving your refrigerator/beer dispenser into its position, ensure that the adjustable front feet are fully retracted.

■ Position your refrigerator/beer dispenser. Turn to lower the front leveling leg. Raise the front of the appliance until it is stable and doors move towards the closed position, on their own, when open.

■ The front leveling leg on the hinge side should take the majority of the weight of the cabinet and the cabinet should be stable, i.e. cabinet should not rock or wobble.

BEFORE PLACING FOOD IN THE FRESH FOOD COMPARTMENTS

■ Remove all packaging. Ensure that all transit tape is removed from the refrigerator.

■ Clean the inside of the appliance with warm water and a little liquid detergent to remove manufacturing and

transportation dust.

■ Allo

■ The appliance may have an odor on its initial operation, but this will go away when the refrigerator/beer

w the refrigera

appropriate temperature.

dispenser have cooled sufficiently.

tor/beer dispenser to run empty for 2 - 3 hours to allow each compartment to cool to the

Fig. 01 LEVELING LEG

INSTALLATION

Grounding Type Wall Receptacle

Power Supply Cord with 3-Prong Grounding Plug

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR OUTDOOR REFRIGERATOR/BEER DISPENSER

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION:

Check serial plate for correct power supply. Use only electrical power supply as specified on your appliance serial nameplate. Do not use an extension cord!

WARNING!

Do not splash or spray water from a hose onto the refrigerator! Doing so may cause an electrical shock, which may result in severe injury or death.

GROUNDING METHOD

This product is factory equipped with a power supply cord that has a three-pronged grounded plug. It must be plugged into a mating grounding type receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code and applicable local codes and ordinances. If the circuit does not have a grounding type receptacle, it is the responsibility and obligation of the customer to exchange the existing receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code and applicable local codes and ordinances. The third ground prong should not, under any circumstances, be cut or removed. All UL listed refrigerated products are equipped with this type of plug.

A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFI) electrical receptacle is to be used to supply electrical power to the refrigerator for outdoor applications. Contact an electrician if you need to install one to supply electrical power to your outdoor refrigerator.

POWER REQUIREMENTS:

■ 120V 60Hz

■ 1800 watt

■ 3 wire outlet

■ 15 amp circuit

AC Interface

Fig. 02

Note:

The plug shown is for 120V units.

Fig. 03

INSTALLATION

13-3/4”

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR OUTDOOR REFRIGERATOR/BEER DISPENSER

SELECT LOCATION:

The proper location will ensure peak performance of your appliance. Choose a location where the unit will be out of direct sunlight, away from heat sources and moisture. Units with fan cooled condensers can be built in. Unit should be operated in a properly ventilated area with ambient temperatures above 40 degrees and below

00 degrees Fahrenheit.

Installation should be such that the cabinet can be moved for servicing if necessary.

CABINET CLEARANCE:

Ventilation is required from the bottom front section of the unit. Keep this area open and clear of any obstructions.

The adjacent cabinets and counter top can be built around the unit as long as no top trim or counter top is installed lower than the top of the hinge.

SIDE TRIM INSTALLATION:

Attach side trim to the inner side of the cabinet so that the trim faces outward (away from the appliance’s door) and fasten with appropriate screws suitable for the type of cabinet material.

24” Outdoor Beer Dispenser

Dimensions

Island Preparation with No Side Trim

24” Outdoor Refrigerator

Dimensions

reparation with No Side Trim

Island P

Island Preparation with Side Trim Installation

Mounting screws not provided

Island Preparation with Side Trim Installation

ting

oun

ews not

scr provided

. 04

INSTALLATION

1-5/8”

2-5/8”

11-3/4”

12”

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR OUTDOOR REFRIGERATOR/BEER DISPENSER

ISLAND BEER DISPENSER INSTALLATION:

When installing the Beer Dispenser under a counter and using a remote location for the Dispenser Tower, follow instructions below. Steps need to be taken to insure proper temperatures are maintained in the dispenser.

IMPORTANT:

All holes must be sealed to prevent air leak. Placement of the tower can be done by cutting a hole in the counter top directly above the existing hole of the Beer Dispenser unit (refer to tower template for dimensions Fig. 05).

1. Drill a 1-5/8” hole drilled thru the counter directly above the hole in the dispenser cabinet. Use the dimensions shown to align both holes. When properly placed, you will see thru both holes.

2. Drill four 1/8” pilot holes at 2-5/8” apart using the large hole as a center point (see Fig. 05).

3. Using some insulating foam rubber (not included), slide it over the beer line far enough to bring the hose up thru the top of the cabinet and counter.

4. Connect the beer line assembly to the tower as per “Assemble and Connect Parts” on page 10.

5. Slide the insulating foam rubber into the hole in top of the dispenser, making an air tight seal.

6. Mount the tower to the top of the cabinet and fasten securely.

7. Make connections to the keg and CO

cylinder as per “Assemble and Connect Parts” on page 10.

NOTE:

When there is a large build up of frost or ice on the evaporator plate, the drip pan may not be large enough to retain all of the melted ice. The evaporator plate should never have more than 1/8” of frost at any time.

Fig. 05

INSTALLATION

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR OUTDOOR BEER DISPENSER COMPONENTS

Contents of Kit:

Draft Tower Assembly

Keg Coupler

Air Line with Clamps

Single Gauge Regulator

5 lb. CO2Empty Cylinder

Tools needed:

Crescent Wrench

Pliers

Screwdriver

Q. WHAT SIZE KEG WILL FIT INTO MY REFRIGERATOR?

Approximate measurements required to tap most kegs:

Quarter Barrel Half Barrel

Height 17-21 inches 25-29 inches

Diameter 16-20 inches 18-22 inches

Weight 80-85 pounds 160-180 pounds

Check with your local beer wholesaler or retailer to verify actual keg sizes, including tap heights.

Q. CAN MY REFRIGERATOR MAINTAIN TEMPERATURES BETWEEN 34º-38º F?

Draft beer is not pasteurized, so it must be kept cold, preferably 38º. Temperature above 38º may cause the beer to become wild, turn sour and cloudy.

Draft beer should be consumed within 30-45 days. It is not pasteurized, and will lose its original brewery fresh taste and aroma the older it gets.

Q. HOW MUCH BEER WILL I CONSUME IN A 30 DAY PERIOD?

There are two keg sizes: the quarter barrel containing 7-3/4 gallons or approximately 3-1/2 cases of 12 ounce bottles or cans; the half barrel containing 15-1/2 gallons or approximately 7 cases.

INSTALLATION

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR OUTDOOR BEER DISPENSER COMPONENTS

WARNING!

can be dangerous.

. ALWAYS connect CO

2. NEVER connect gas cylinder directly to keg.

3. ALWAYS secure gas cylinder in upright position.

4. ALWAYS keep gas cylinder away from heat.

5. NEVER drop or throw gas cylinder.

6. ALWAYS ventilate after CO2leakage.

If it becomes difficult to breathe and your head starts to ache, abnormal concentrations of carbon dioxide may be present inthe area. Leave the room immdiately.

Gas cylinder should be stored in the coolest part of the stablishment, preferably at 70ºF.

as cylinder to reducing valve or regualtor.

Draft tower assembly

Beer line

Keg coupler

Air

line

Low pressure

gauge

egular

Shut off

alv

tank

Regulator coupling nut

Drum valve

Set screw

INSTALLATION

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR OUTDOOR BEER DISPENSER COMPONENTS

ASSEMBLE AND CONNECT PARTS

1 . Screw the black faucet knob onto the faucet

(Fig. 06).

2. Mount the draft tower onto the counter top using the four furnished screws and the one mounting gasket (Fig. 07).

3. Attach the elbow to the top of the keg coupler, making sure to use a black washer (Fig. 08).

4. Attach the beverage line coming from the draft tower to the elbow. Use the black washer inside the hex nut and tighten the beverage line securely with a crescent wrench (Fig. 09).

Fig. 06

Fig. 07

5. Fasten the CO tightening the CO2nut securely. Do not over tighten; overtightening may damage the washer in the stem of the regulator (Fig. 10. Ensure valve is off.

6. Attach one end of the red air hose to the hose barb on the CO clamps provided (Fig. 11). Use pliers to snap the clamp tight to assure that there is no gas leak.

7. Place the CO the corners of the refrigerator. It is important that the cylinder be kept in an upright position to operate efficiently, using a clain or heavy cord if a wire rack is not provided (Fig. 12).

8. Fasten the other end of the red air line to the keg coupler using the remaining snap clamp (Fig. 13).

regulator to the CO2cylinder,

regulator, using one of the two snap

cylinder and regulator inside one of

Fig. 08

Fig. 10

Fig. 09

Fig. 11

Fig. 12

Fig. 13

INSTALLATION

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR OUTDOOR BEER DISPENSER COMPONENTS

PARTS OF A CO2REGULATOR

1. Pressure gauge (reads the amount of internal keg pressure).

2. Regulator adjustment screw (after keg is tapped, screw clockwise until pressure gauge indicates between 12 and 14 lbs.).

3. Adjustment lock nut (once the pressure gauge is between 12 and 14 lbs., tighten adjustment nut.)

4. Shut-off valve.

5. CO2nut (use to connect to the tank).

HOW TO REPLACE AN EMPTY CO2CYLINDER

1. Close shut-off valve “B”.

2. Close cylinder valve by turning clockwise “

3. Remove regulator from empty cylinder “

4. Remove dust cap from new cylinder at “D”

5. With cylinder valve “A” in closed position, reattach regulator to cylinder at “D”. (Check condition of gasket/o-ring).

6. Open valve “A” all the way. (This is important because the cylinder valve seals in two places.)

7. Open shut-off valve “B”.

8. Check gauge pressure “C” (12-14 lbs.) and adjust if necessary.

A”.

D”.

CO2CYLINDERS (It is recommended to have an extra cylinder on hand)

Cylinder Dia. Ht. Empty Weight Full Weight

1-1/2 lbs. 3-1/2” 18-1/4” 6-1/2 lbs. 9 lbs.

Fig. 14

CLOSED

OPEN

5 lbs. (provided) 5” 17-1/2” 12-1/2 lbs. 17-1/2 lbs.

Note:

It takes about 1/2 lb. of CO2to dispense an 1/2 barrel of beer. A 2-1/2 lb. CO cylinder should dispense between 4 to 5-1/2 barrels or 8 to 10-1/4 barrels.

A 5 lb. C 20-1/4 barrels.

ylinder should dispense between 8 to 10-1/2 barrels or 18 to

Fig. 15

2-1/2 lbs.

Fig. 16

lbs

INSTALLATION

TAPPING PROCEDURES

LEVER TYPE KEG COUPLER

(Taps most major domestic brands)

1. Align lug locks on tap head

with lug housing in top of keg; insert tap head.

2. Turn tap head handle 1/4

OPTIONAL WING TYPE KEG COUPLER

(Taps most major domestic brands)

1. Align lug locks on tap head

with lug housing in top of keg; insert tap head.

turn clockwise; the tap head is now secured to the keg.

2. Turn tap head handle 1/4

turn clockwise; the tap head is now secured to the keg.

3. Pull tap handle out and

push down to open beer and CO The keg is now tapped.

ports in the keg.

3. Rotate on/off valve handle

1/4 turn clockwise to open beer and CO2ports in the keg. The keg is now tapped.

USING THE REFRIGERATOR/BEER DISPENSER

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Initially set the cold control knob midway between the numbers. After at least 2 hours, adjust to the temperature that suits you. The higher the number you select, the cooler the temperature (Fig. 17).

The temperature control knob is located at the bottom front of the cabinet, just behind the square opening near the middle of the venting grill.

DEFROSTING INSTRUCTIONS (IF NEEDED)

Never use a scraper or any tool that might scratch or pierce the cooling plate. Follow these steps whenever 1/4 inch or more of frost accumulates:

1. Disconnect the power cord and set the cold control knob to “OFF” position.

2. Remove contents.

3. Place pans of hot water on the shelf under cooling plate if you wish to speed up defrosting.

Note:

Place a clean cloth under the hot pan of water to protect the glass shelf from breaking.

Fig. 17

4. Wipe out the interior and replace contents.

5. Connect power cord to outlet.

6. Set temperature control to desired level.

HELP PREVENT TRAGEDIES. . .

Each year children die because they climb inside a discarded refrigeration product, get trapped inside and suffocate. Take precautions to prevent such tragedies by removing the door, taping or chaining it shut before discarding.

ALL REFRIGERATOR MODELS

All refrigerator models automatically defrost their cooling plate during each compressor off cycle. No manual defr

osting is required.

USING THE REFRIGERATOR/BEER DISPENSER

DRAW A GLASS OF BEER

1. Start with a clean beer

glass that has been wetted in cold water. Place the glass at a 45º angle, one inch below the faucet. Do not let the glass touch the faucet. Open the faucet all the way.

2. After the glass has

GLASS OF BEER

reached half full, gradually bring the glass to an upright position.

3. Let the remaining

beer run straight down the middle. This insures proper release of CO producing a 3/4” to 1” foam head.

4. Close the faucet

completely and quickly.

DRAW A

+ 36 hidden pages