EdgeStar KC2000 Owner's Manual
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read all of the instructions before using this appliance. When using
this appliance, always exercise basic safely precautions, including the
following:
• This appliance is designed for household use only and not for commercial
use. Do not use the appliance for uses other than that for which it is
designed.
• Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord is damaged. If the
power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified
technician.
• This unit is designed to function on 115 Volts/ 60 Hz (110/115/120 Volts
acceptable) electrical circuits.
• This appliance is not designed for children. Never allow unattended
children to use this appliance.
• Unplug the appliance if it will not be used for an extended period of time.
• Unplug the appliance prior to cleaning.
• Set the appliance on a level surface away from direct sunlight and other
heat sources.
• This appliance is designed to function optimally in room temperature
environments (mid 70°s Fahrenheit).
• Do not move the unit while it is full.
• The power supply cord must be grounded.
• Never pull the power supply cord directly to disconnect the appliance.
Always pull the plug out of the socket.
• Never lift the appliance by the power supply cord or the dispensing tap.
• Keep the power supply cord away from heating surfaces.
• Service only by authorized technicians.
• Do not immerse the appliance or its power supply cord in water or any
other liquid.
• Do not cover the appliance or place anything on it.
• Do not insert any objects into the ventilation holes.
• Only use approved CO2 cylinders. Make sure you read and understand all
the procedures for the CO
• Cylinders contain pressurized CO2. Keep them away from heat, and store
in a dry and cool place. CO2 cylinders should always be connected to a
regulator! Failure to do so may cause an explosion resulting in possible
death or injury when the cylinder valve is opened.
• Do not dispose of empty CO2 cylinders in a fire. Never drop or throw a CO
cylinder.
• Clean this appliance regularly, and after every keg.
• If you are replacing an older appliance with this unit, take care to remove
the door of the old appliance before throwing it away. This will alleviate the
risk of child entrapment.
cylinders before installation.
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Welcome and Thank You
Welcome and Thank You
Welcome and thank you for purchasing this EdgeStar Daft Beer Dispenser. We
are glad you choose us and we take pride in knowing that like our products our
customer service will be just as dependable. Once you complete our easy unit
set up by following the manual, it will provide you years of great service.
We ask all of our customers to please save the original product packaging in
case you need to safely transport this portable Draft Beer Dispenser in the future.
For your reference…
We ask that you please write down the model and serial number here, as
they are needed to obtain service for your unit if necessary. The two
numbers are on the label located on the back of your unit. You may also
want to staple your receipt to this manual. This will provide you with a
quick reference as these numbers will need to be obtained for possible
service under your warranty.
Model Number ______________
Serial Number _______________
Date Purchased ______________
Need Assistance
To better serve you, we ask that you do the following before contacting our
customer service…
• Read this manual: it contains instructions to help you use and maintain
your portable Draft Beer Dispenser properly.
• If you received a damaged appliance: please contact the dealer that
sold you the appliance immediately.
• Read the section titled troubleshooting: in order to save you time and
money we ask you to check this section before calling customer service.
This section will help you solve common problems that might occur. If you
do require service, our friendly and efficient customer service
representatives are available online via email at service@edgestar.com or
by telephone at 1-866-319-5473.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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UNPACKING ACESSORIES AND INVENTORY..................................................4
ADDITIONAL ACESSORIES…………………………………………………………..4
PROPER LOCATION……………………………………..…………………………....4
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION..............................................................................5-7
INSTALLING THE CASTERS………………………………………………………….5
INSTALLING THE BEER TAP…………………………………………………...........5
INSTALLING THE GUARDRAIL……………………………………………………....5
INSTALLING THE CO2 CYLINDER AND CO2 REGULATOR…………………...…6
INSTALLING THE KEG COUPLER-TAPPING THE BEER………………………..7
OPERATING YOUR BEER DISPENSER………………………………………..8-13
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS……………………………………………………….8
SETTING THE CORRECT PRESSURE FOR THE CO2 REGULATOR………….8
SETTING THE REGULATOR…………………………………………………………9
DISPENSING THE BEER & DRAW TECHNIQUE…………………………...……10
BEER CLEAN GLASSES……………………………………………………………..10
UNDERSTANDING BEER TEMPERATURE……………………………………….11
UNDERSTANDING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SETTING………………12
AUTOMATIC DEFROSTING…………………………………………………………12
UNDERSTANDING NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS…………………………...12
BEER SERVING GUIDE……………………………………………………………...12
CONVERTING THE BEER DISPENSER TO AN ALL-REFRIGERATOR
APPLICATION………………………………………………………………………....13
CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR DRAFT BEER DISPENER …………..13
TROUBLESHOOTING……………………….…………………………………...14-16
LIMITED WARRANTY………………………………………………………….........16
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UNPACKING ACCESSORIES AND INVENTORY
Your Draft Beer Dispenser is supplied with all the accessories you need to install and tap
a standard American Sankey Tap ½ barrel keg. This unit can also fit ¼ barrel, 1/6 barrel,
and Cornelius kegs with standard American Sankey Tap connections.
All you need to do is set up the Draft Beer Dispenser, supply the full keg of beer,
and fill the CO
tank.
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Additional Accessories
Suggested accessories include:
A cleaning kit
Different types of taps
And more…
For more information on compatible accessories, feel free to email service@edgestar.com
or call toll-free 866-319-5473.
Proper Location
• To guarantee that your Draft Beer Dispenser will last for years to
This
appliance
is designed
for
“indoor”
use only
and should
not be used
outdoors
Back---------------1” (25 mm)
• Keep the beer dispenser away from heat and direct sunlight.
• This beer dispenser is designed for indoor use only and should
• This beer dispenser should not be placed in a built-in or recessed
• The following dimensions are the recommended clearances
Sides------------3/4” (19mm)
come, install it in a location where there is proper air circulation
and electrical connections.
not be used outdoors.
area. It is designed to be freestanding.
around the beer dispenser.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Installing the Casters
1. With the contents inside the cabinet removed set the beer dispenser on its side.
2. Insert each caster into the holes on the bottom corners of the cabinet. Screw the
casters in hand tight.
3. With all four casters tightened evenly, stand the unit in an upright position.
Note: Allow the beer dispenser to stand in an upright position for 8 hours before turning
on the power. This will ensure that the coolant has settled.
Installing the Beer Tower and Faucet
1. Remove the cabinet plug located on the top of the unit. Firmly grasp and twist and
pull upward. (It may help to open the cabinet and push up on the cabinet plug
with your hand from inside the unit).
Note: You should store this plug in a safe place as it is required to convert the beer
dispenser into a refrigerator
2. Take the tower and untangle the tubing. From the top of the unit, feed the tubing
through the hole and into the unit.
3. Align the black adapter at the bottom of the tower with the hole in the top of the
cabinet and insert and twist the tower until it locks into place (about ¼ a turn)
4. Align the faucet handle to be parallel with the beer tower with the spigot facing
downward and screw in the faucet counter-clockwise with your hands
5. Set the plastic drip pan into place below the faucet.
Installing the Guardrail
1. Snap the guardrail into the top of the cabinet’s guardrail pilot holes.
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Connecting the CO2 Cylinder to the CO2 Regulator and
Installing the CO
can be dangerous! CO2 cylinders contain high-pressured gas, which can be
CO
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hazardous if handled improperly. Please handle with care.
This section describes general CO2 and keg installation. For specific
instructions, see the instructions included in the accessory box.
1. To install the CO2 gas line tube to the regulator, attach one end of the CO2tube,
to the hose barb connection on the CO2 regulator. Secure the tube by using one of
the two self-locking red plastic snap-on clamps. With a pair of pliers or a clamp
crimper, snap the red clamp on tightly. This ensures that there are no leaks.
2. Remove the plug located at the exterior back. Save it for later in case you decide
to convert the unit into an “all refrigerator.” Run the other end of the CO2 tubing
through the open hole through the inside of the cabinet.
3. Insert a washer (if provided in the kit) into the regulator to cylinder attachment
nut. This step is only required if the regulator does not have a gasket.
4. Make sure the CO2 tank is full and that the valve is closed. Now attach the CO2
regulator to the CO2 cylinder by screwing the loose golden regulator nut into the
CO2 cylinder valve and tighten with an adjustable wrench.
5. To mount the CO2 cylinder holder to the cabinet, simply match up the holes on
the holder with the four screws protruding out of the back of the unit, and push
down to lock the holder in place. Position the CO
manner that you would be able to read the numbers on the gauges and have easy
access to the shut-off valve. Note that the CO2 cylinder holder is designed to fit
CO2 cylinders with up to 5 pounds in capacity. Smaller and larger CO2 cylinders
are acceptable for use as well.
Cylinder Holder
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Warning
Note
cylinder in the holder in a
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Note: your CO2 cylinder is shipped empty. When you purchase your first keg of beer,
have your beer distributor fill the CO2 cylinder. If they are unable to recommend a
company, another option is to look in your phone book under Fire Extinguishers or
Fire and Safety Equipment; companies that refill fire extinguishers are typically
willing to to fill CO2 cylinders. Although price will vary with each market area, the
average cost for filling a 5 Lb CO
gas cylinder is $14.
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