Haier HBF05E User Manual

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Installation Instructions-

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Beer Dispenser

BrewMaster

HBF05E

Fontaine à Bière

BrewMaster

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Dispenser

De Cerveza

BrewMaster

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Read all of the instructions before using this appliance. When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

1. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this operation manual.

2. This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used. See the installation section for more details.

3. This appliance must be connected to a proper electrical outlet with the correct electrical supply.

4. Proper grounding must be ensured to reduce the risk of shock and fire. Do not cut or remove the grounding plug! If you do not have a three-prong electric receptacle outlet in the wall, have a certified electrician install the proper outlet. The wall receptacle must be properly grounded.

5. Never unplug your appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

6. Immediately replace worn power cords, loose plugs and power outlets.

7. To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, do not use extension cords or adapters to connect the unit to an electrical power source.

8. Unplug your appliance before cleaning or making any repairs.

9. We suggest that a certified technician perform the service if for any reason this product requires service.

10. If your old appliance is being discarded, we recommend that you remove the door and leave the shelves in place. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.

11. This appliance should not be recessed or built into an enclosed cabinet. It is designed for freestanding installation only.

12. Do not operate your appliance in the presence of explosive fumes.

13. Do not tamper with the controls.

14. Do not operate this appliance unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

15. Do not operate this appliance when parts are missing or broken.

16. Do not use this appliance for commercial use.

17. This appliance is designed for indoor use only and should not be used outdoors.

18. To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children.

19. The appliance door must be closed during operation. Do not leave the door open when children are near the dispenser.

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Important Safety Precautions of CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) Gas

1. CO2 gas can be dangerous! CO2 cylinders contain high-pressure compressed gas, which can be hazardous if not handled properly. Make sure you read and understand all the procedures for the CO

2 cylinders before

installation.

2. Always connect the CO

2 cylinder to a regulator! Failure to do so may cause an

explosion resulting in possible death or injury when the cylinder valve is opened.

3. Never connect the CO

2 cylinder directly to the product container.

4. Always follow the correct procedures when changing cylinders.

5. Never drop or throw a CO

2 cylinder.

6. Always keep CO

2 cylinders away from heat. Store extra cylinders in a cool

place (preferably 70˚ F). Securely fasten with a chain in an upright position when storing.

7. Always ventilate and leave the area immediately if CO

2 leakage has occurred!

8. Always check the D.O.T. (Department of Transport) test date on the cylinder

neck before installation. If it has been over 5 years, do not use. Return the cylinder to your gas supplier.

9. Never connect a product container unless there are at least two safety devices

in the pressure system; one on the CO

2 regulator and the other on the product

container or in the pressure gas line.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Future Use

DANGER!

Risk of child entrapment! Before throwing away your old appliance,

remove the door so that children may not easily become trapped inside.

Thank you for purchasing our Haier product. This easy-to-use manual will guide you in getting the best use of your beer dispenser.

Remember to record the model and serial number. They are on a label in back of the unit.

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

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Table of Contents

PAGE

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................................................1-2

General Safety ............................................................................................1

2 (Carbon Dioxide) Gas Safety ................................................................2

UNPACKING AND ACCESSORIES INVENTORY ..................................4

PARTS AND FEATURES............................................................................5

PROPER LOCATION ................................................................................6

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ..............................................................7-10

Installing the Casters ....................................................................................7

Installing the Beer Tap ..................................................................................7

Installing the Guardrail..................................................................................8

Installing the CO

2 Regulator and CO2 Cylinder ..............................................8

Tapping the Beer Keg (Single-Valve Type Barrel) ............................................9

Important Safety Message for Draft Beer Dispensing ....................................10

OPERATING YOUR BEER DISPENSER ..........................................10-12

Dispensing the Beer....................................................................................11

Understanding Beer Temperature ................................................................11

Understanding the Temperature Control Setting ............................................11

Automatic Defrosting ..................................................................................11

Normal Operating Sounds..........................................................................12

BEER SERVING GUIDE ....................................................................12-13

Beer Serving Tips........................................................................................12

What a 1/2-Keg of Beer Gives You ............................................................12

Tips for Cleaning Beer Glasses ....................................................................13

2 Simple Tests for Cleaning Beer Glasses ....................................................13

CONVERTING THE BEER DISPENSER TO

AN ALL-REFRIGERATOR APPLICATION ........................................13-14

ENERGY SAVING TIPS ..........................................................................14

PROPER CARE AND CLEANING OF THE BEER DISPENSER........15-16

Installing the Cleaning Kit............................................................................15

Cleaning and General Maintenance ............................................................16

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ..........................................................17-21

WARRANTY............................................................................................22

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1. Remove all packing materials. This includes the foam base and all adhesive tape holding the accessories both inside and outside. Slide out and remove the plastic or foam guard used to secure the compressor during shipping.

2. Inspect and remove any remaining packaging, tape or printed materials before turning on the beer dispenser.

Note: Allow the beer dispenser to stand in an upright position for 2 hours before

turning on the power.

Check all supplied accessories in the carton to be sure that all pieces are present and in good condition. A checklist of accessories is listed below for your reference. If you find any accessories that are not in good condition or are missing, please contact our customer service department for assistance. Our Toll-Free number

is 1-877-337-3639.

1 Beer Tap Including:

1 Gasket for the Beer Tap 1 Washer for Connection to the Keg Coupler

1 CO

2 Regulator

1 CO

2 Cylinder

1 Keg Coupler 1 Cleaning Kit 1 CO

2 Air Line

2 Hose Clamps 1 CO

2 Cylinder Retainer

1 Guardrail 1 Drip Tray 4 Casters 1 Wrench 4 Large Phillips-Head Screws 8 Small Phillips-Head Screws 2 Retainer Fixing Screws 2 Wire Shelves 4 Support Pins

Unpacking and Accessories Inventory

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Parts and Features

1. Front Casters

2. Interior Keg Floor Support

3. Cabinet

4. CO

2 Tank

5. Worktop

6. Chrome Guardrail

7. Chrome Beer Tap

8. Adjustable Thermostat (Located in rear.)

9. Drip Tray

10. Keg (Not included. Shown for

illustration purposes only.)

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• To ensure that your beer dispenser works at the maximum efficiency it was designed for, install it in a location where there is proper air circulation, plumbing and electrical connections.

• Choose a location where the beer dispenser will be away from heat and will not be exposed to direct sunlight.

• This beer dispenser is designed for indoor use only and should not be used outdoors.

• This beer dispenser is a freestanding design and should not be placed in a built-in or recessed area.

• The following dimensions are the recommended clearances around the beer dispenser.

Sides........................3/4" (19mm)

Top ..............................1" (25mm)

Back ............................1" (25mm)

Proper Location

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Read carefully and understand all installation instructions before installing the beer dispenser. If after completing the process you are still unsure whether the beer dispenser has been properly installed, we recommend that you contact a qualified installer.

Installing the Casters

Follow the steps below to install the casters.

1. Empty the inside of the cabinet completely and

lay the beer dispenser down sideways. We recommend that you place a piece of cardboard or cloth underneath the cabinet to prevent dents or scratches to the cabinet.

2. Insert the casters into the holes on the bottom corners of the cabinet. Tighten

each caster by turning the nut clockwise with the wrench provided.

3. Once all four casters have been tightened evenly, stand the cabinet in an upright

position.

Installing the Beer Tap

Follow the steps below to install the beer tap.

1. First, remove the cabinet plug located on the

worktop. Firmly grasp the cabinet plug, twist and pull upward.

Note: Store this plug in a safe place as it will

be required when converting the beer dispenser into a refrigerator.

2. Place the gasket over the wing nut on the

bottom of the beer tap.

3. Pass the beer tube through the gasket to the

base of the beer tap.

4. Push both the wing nut and the beer duct

through the hole in the worktop until the beer tap is resting on top of the cabinet.

5. Align the holes of the beer tap with the gasket and pilot holes on the worktop of

cabinet.

6. Secure the beer tap to the cabinet by inserting four large Phillips-Head screws

into the holes and tightening.

Assembly Instructions

Nut

Wrench

Caster

Draft Arm Assembly

Large Philip Head

Gasket

Beer duct

Guard Rail

Handle

Small Phillips Head

wing nut

pilot holes

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Installing the Guardrail

Follow the steps below to install the guardrail on the worktop.

1. Place the guardrail on top of the cabinet.

2. Align all holes of the guardrail with the holes

of the cabinet.

3. Secure the guardrail to the cabinet with eight

small Phillips-Head screws.

Installing the CO2 Regulator and CO2 Cylinder

Follow the steps below to safely install the CO2 regulator and CO2 cylinder. You must read and understand the following procedures for CO

2 cylinders before

installation. Note: Your CO

2 cylinder is shipped empty to avoid any possible accidents during

transportation. When you purchase the first keg of beer, have your beer distributor fill the CO

2 cylinder.

1. Install the CO

2 air line hose to the regulator by attaching one end of the red air

line hose to the hose barb connection on the CO

2 regulator. Secure the hose by using one

of the two self-locking black plastic snap-on clamps. Use pliers to snap the clamp on tightly to ensure that there are no leaks.

2. Attach the CO

2 regulator to the CO2

cylinder by screwing the regulator nut onto the cylinder valve and tightening with an adjustable wrench.

3. Remove the nut from the retainer bolt.

Use two retainer fixing screws to secure the retainer to the holes on the back of the cylinder.

4. Slide the cylinder through the retainer and

place it in the cabinet. Then tighten the retainer nut.

WARNING!

CO2 can be dangerous! CO2 cylinders contain high-pressured gas, which

can be hazardous if handled improperly. They must be handled with care.

CO 2 Regulator

Clamp

Shut-Off Valve

Connect to the CO

Air Line

Retainer

Connect to the CO2Cylinder

CO2

CO2 Cylinder

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Tapping the Beer Keg (Single-Valve Type Barrel)

Your beer dispenser comes with an American Sankey Tap made by the Banner Equipment Company. This brand name is the most widely used in the United States. Before purchasing a keg, check with your beer distributor to make sure that a Sankey Tap can be used.

Note: For European draft beer, a European Sankey is required. Please call the

Banner Equipment Company Toll-Free at (800) 621-4625 for more information.

Follow the steps below to tap the keg of beer.

1. Make sure the black pull handle of the keg coupler

is in the closed (up) position before installing it on the beer keg. Insert the keg coupler into the locking neck of the beer keg and turn clockwise 1/4-turn to lock it into position. (see fig. 1)

2. Attach the open end of the red air line hose to the

hose barb connection on the keg coupler. Next, secure the hose by using the remaining self-locking plastic snap-on clamp to ensure that there are no leaks. Secure the clamp tightly with pliers. (see fig. 2)

3. It is very important that the black rubber washer be

installed inside the wing nut before connecting the beer line to the keg coupler. Remove the black rubber protective cap located on top of the keg coupler and screw the wing nut with the rubber washer onto the keg coupler. Hand-tighten firmly. (see fig. 3)

4. Make sure the beer tower faucet is in the closed

(faucet handle pointing straight back) position before connecting the keg coupler and the beer keg. To secure the tank connection, pull the keg coupler handle out and push down until it locks into position. Listen for the "click" of the pull handle when it shifts into the final downward position.(see fig. 4)

fig. 1

fig. 2

fig. 3

fig. 4

Connect to the Beer Line Hose

Connect to the CO Air Line Hose

Black pull handle

Keg Coupler

(upward)

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5. Carefully tilt the beer keg and rest the edge on the stainless steel keg floor

support on the bottom of the interior cabinet. Slide the beer keg in slowly, ensuring that it is properly located.(see fig. 5)

Important Safety Message for Draft Beer Dispensing

If CO2 is used for draft beer dispensing, the system must be adequately protected against excessive pressure build-up. This can be accomplished by installing at least two safety devices with adequate relief capacity in the system.

Safety devices should be installed in the following places: A. On or immediately downstream from the CO

2 regulator.

B. On the tapping device itself. C. In-line in the pressure system.

Note: Locations A and B noted above are preferable. If possible, they should be

built into the CO

2 regulator and tapping device so that they cannot be

removed or by-passed.

Dispensing Beer

Follow the steps below to dispense beer.

1. Make sure that the beer dispenser is plugged in properly to a 120V, 60Hz,

15Amp grounded AC outlet.

2. Place the drip tray under the beer faucet.

3. Open the beer faucet by pulling the tap towards you quickly and completely to

dispense the beer.

Note: If for any reason the beer does not come out of the tap, refer to the

trouble-shooting guide on page 17.

4. Increase the pressure if the beer runs too slowly. At the correct pressure and

temperature, a 10oz. glass should be filled in 4 seconds.

5. Hold the glass steady at a 45˚ angle. When it is 2/3 full, start straightening the

glass. Proper foam should be a tight creamy head and the collar on an average glass should be 3/4" to 1" high.

Note: It is normal to see condensation forming on the outer surface of the faucet. It

is caused by the difference in temperature between the cold beer and the inner surfaces of the faucet when beer is flowing through the line.

Operating Your Beer Dispenser

fig. 5

Beer Keg

Lift Upright

Keg Support

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Understanding Beer Temperature

• The recommended temperature for serving chilled beer is between 34˚ and 38˚F. To maintain this temperature in average room conditions of 70˚F, set the thermostat to "Normal."

Note: During the summertime when temperatures are warmer, we recommend

that you adjust the control to a cooler setting accordingly.

• Select and maintain the proper temperature inside the refrigerator cabinet. This is necessary for maintaining the flavor freshness of beer.

• The best temperature for storing a keg is between 38˚ and 40˚F.

• Excessively cold or warm temperatures inside the refrigerator cabinet may cause a loss of flavor.

Note: Sour beer is produced as a result of secondary fermentation above 45˚F.

Understanding the Temperature Control Setting

The temperature control is located at the rear of the unit on the bottom left-hand corner. After turning the unit on, you must wait 24 hours for the unit to cool properly. You may then adjust the temperature setting based on your needs and preferences.

Automatic Defrosting

It is not neccessary to defrost the beer dispenser/refrigerator. Ice that has deposited on the evaporator is automatically defrosted when the compressor cycles off. The defrosted water collects in the water collection tray at the rear of the unit and evaporates.

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Understanding Normal Operating Sounds

• Bubbling or gurgling sounds and slight vibrations are the result of the refrigerant circulating through the cooling coils.

• Sizzling or popping sounds occur during the automatic defrost cycle.

• Dripping sounds occur as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the water collection tray during the automatic defrost cycle.

• Cracking or popping sounds are caused by the expanding and/or contracting of the cooling coils during the automatic defrost cycle.

What a 1/2-Keg of Beer Gives You

This beer dispenser can hold up to a 1/2-keg. For your convenience, the following table shows how many servings a 1/2-keg provides.

No. of Glasses

Glass Size 192 12 oz. 236 10 oz. 264 9 oz. 290 8 oz. 353 7 oz. 417 6 oz.

1/2-Keg = 15-1/2 Gallons

= 1984 Fluid Ounces

1/2-Keg = 6-3/4 Cases of 12 ounce Bottles

Beer Serving Tips

The following tips will help you serve the perfect beer. To serve beer from the tap the way it left the vat, check for the following:

• Cleanliness • Temperature

• Pressure • Use CO

2 whenever possible

Beer Serving Guide

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Tips for Cleaning Beer Glasses

For the freshest flavor, it is important to serve beer in clean glasses. For your convenience, the following tips explain how to properly clean beer glasses before serving beer.

• Do not wash beer glasses together with glasses that have contained milk or any other fatty substance.

• An excessive amount of germicide build-up will also leave a fatty film on the glasses, which may cause flat beer.

• Wash glasses thoroughly with a good detergent to remove all fatty substances (i.e. lipstick).

• Do not use soap.

• Do not wipe glasses dry. Allow glasses to air-dry by placing them on a wire rack or on corrugated metal.

• Rinse in fresh cold water just before serving beer. It is best to serve beer in a wet glass.

Two Simple Tests for Clean Beer Glasses

1. Wash the glasses using your usual method. Immerse the glass heel first in clean

water. Empty the glass. If water droplets cling to the glass or if spots appear on the glass while pouring, the glass has not been cleaned properly. A clean glass should air-dry crystal clear.

2. Again, wash the glass using your usual method. Pour out the water and then

shake salt into the wet glass. If salt does not cling to the entire inside wall of the glass and clear unsalted spots remain, the glass is not clean.

For your convenience, this beer dispenser can be converted to an all-refrigerator application. Simply follow the steps below for a quick and easy conversion.

Note: When using as a refrigerator, we do not recommend the use of casters, as

stored items may fall off the shelves when the unit is in motion.

1. Close the main valve on the CO

2 cylinder.

2. Close the connection between the beer keg and the keg coupler by pulling and

lifting the handle of the keg coupler into an upright position.

3. Disconnect both the beer line and the CO

2 air line from the keg coupler.

4. Remove the beer keg from the cabinet.

Converting the Beer Dispenser to an All-Refrigerator Application

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5. Disconnect the air line from the CO2 cylinder.

6. Remove the CO

2 cylinder from the cabinet.

7. Remove the beer tower from the cabinet by grasping the center of the tower.

Turn counterclockwise and lift.

8. Pull the beer line through the top of the cabinet.

9. Install the cabinet plug on the worktop.

10. Lay the unit down sideways. We recommend that you place a piece of

cardboard or cloth underneath the cabinet to avoid dents or scratches to the cabinet. Remove the casters and install leveling legs.

11. Install the two wire shelves.

A. Insert one end of each support pin into the holes on the right side of the

cabinet.

B. Place one end of the wire shelf into the left side of the cabinet and rest the

other end onto the exposed support pins on the right side.

C. Repeat the same with the second shelf.

12. The conversion process is now complete. Store all the removed accessories in a

safe place for future use.

13. Adjust the temperature of the unit as required for food storage.

Follow the energy-saving tips below for optimum efficiency.

• Limit the opening and closing of the door on hot and humid days. When you open the door, close it quickly to prevent hot air from entering.

• Check regularly for proper air circulation around the unit to make sure that the unit receives sufficient airflow.

• Keep the door gasket clean and pliable to ensure a proper seal. If the door gasket is not sealed properly, hot air may easily enter into the unit, making the interior temperature warmer. The compressor must then run continuously to keep the unit cool, thus making the energy consumption very high and inefficient.

Note: Replace a damaged door gasket to restore energy efficiency.

• DO NOT store hot food in the unit. Let the food cool before refrigerating it.

Energy Saving Tips

Installing the Cleaning Kit

Read and understand the following instructions before installing the cleaning kit.

1. Mix one gallon of warm water and one ounce (one

tablespoon) of cleaner in a bucket.

Note: Do not use lye, soap or hot water.

2. Remove the cleaner cap. Fill the jar and replace the cap.

Leave the remaining solution in the bucket.

3. Turn off either the air cock on the regulator or the valve on

the CO

2 tank.

4. Disconnect the tap from the barrel. Then disconnect the beer line from the tap

by turning the nut counter-clockwise. Place the tap and the end of the hose in the bucket.

5. Remove the faucet from the tower with the wrench and attach the fitting on the

cleaning bottle in its place.

Note: Make sure there is a washer in the back of the fitting.

6. Hold the cleaning jar upside down until the solution runs through to the bucket

as shown in the above figure.

7. Fill the jar with cool clean water and repeat the process until the water runs

clear.

8. Rinse the tap in the bucket with cool water.

9. Remove the fitting from the tower and replace the faucet. Make sure the washer

is in the back of the faucet.

10. Re-attach the beer hose to the tap and attach the tap to the barrel.

Note: Beer lines should be flushed after each keg is emptied.

Proper Care and Cleaning of the Beer Dispenser

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Cleaning and General Maintenance

General Interior and Exterior Cabinet Cleaning

1. Prepare a cleaning solution of 3-4 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with warm

water. Use a sponge or soft cloth dampened with the cleaning solution to wipe down the interior and exterior surfaces of the cabinet.

2. Rinse with clean, warm water and dry with a soft cloth.

Note: Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasives, ammonia, chlorine bleach,

concentrated detergents, solvents or metal scouring pads. Some of these products may dissolve, damage and/or discolor the cabinet finish.

Door Gasket Cleaning

1. Clean the door gasket with a damp cloth every three months. The gasket must be

kept clean and pliable to ensure a proper seal.

2. Petroleum jelly applied lightly to the hinge side of the gaskets will keep the gasket

pliable and ensure a good seal.

Cleaning Behind the Beer Dispenser

1. We recommend that you clean the rear of the refrigerator at least twice a year.

Note: Some operating environments may require more frequent cleaning.

2. Use a vacuum or a brush to clean the coils.

WARNING!

To avoid electric shock, always unplug your beer dispenser before

cleaning. Failure to do so may result in possible death or injury.

CAUTION!

Before using cleaning products, always read and follow the

manufacturer’s instructions and warnings to avoid personal injury and

product damage.

Troubleshooting Guide

When dispensing beer into the glass, if you find that the beer is Cloudy, Flat, Bubbly, Off-Taste, Sour, Wild or Tail-End Beer, refer to some of the following hints.

Beer Condition: Cloudy Beer

The beer in the glass appears hazy, and not clear.

Cause 1

Excessively low temperatures may cause hazy or cloudy beer, particularly when the beer lies in the cold coil for long periods of time.

Correction

• Make certain that the lines are thoroughly cleaned and then raise the temperature slightly.

Cause 2

The beer faucet was only opened partially.

Correction

• Open the faucet quickly and completely.

• Replace any worn washers and parts in the faucet when necessary to allow the faucet to be fully opened.

Beer Condition: Flat Beer

Beer lacks its usual brewery-fresh flavor. The foamy head disappears quickly.

Cause 1

The glass is greasy.

Correction

• Do not wash beer glasses together with glasses that have contained milk or any other fatty substance. An excessive amount of germicide build-up may also leave a fatty film, which will cause beer to go flat.

• It is preferable to steam and sterilize glasses where health laws permit.

• Wash glasses thoroughly with a good detergent to remove all fatty substances (i.e. lipstick).

• Do not use soap.

• Do not wipe the glasses dry. Permit glasses to air-dry by placing them on a wire rack or on corrugated metal.

• Rinse the glasses in fresh cold water just before serving beer. It is best to serve beer in a wet glass.

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Cause 2

Improper drawing of beer into the glass.

Correction

• Open the faucet quickly and completely.

• Proper foam should be a tight creamy head. The collar on the average glass should be 3/4" to 1" high. Beer drawn without head has the appearance of being flat.

Cause 3

Not enough pressure.

Correction

• Increase the pressure if beer runs too slowly. The correct flow should fill a 10oz. glass in 4 seconds. (Approx. 8oz. of liquid)

• Check the pressure source to determine whether there are obstructions in the air line.

• Replace a sluggish air source or the CO

2 regulator and gauge.

• The tank pressure must always be higher than the pressure used on the keg.

• Always apply pressure to the keg before drawing beer.

Beer Condition: Loose Foam

Large soap-like bubbles that settle quickly.

Cause 1

This is generally the same as the Flat Beer condition. See the Flat Beer causes above.

Beer Condition: Of

f-Taste Beer

Often bitter and bitey; sometimes completely lacking in flavor and zest. May also have an oily or foul odor, which carries an unpleasant taste.

Cause 1

Improper cleaning of the tap.

Correction

• Brush and clean the tap properly. It should be scoured using a detergent, then rinsed clean.

Cause 2

Contaminated air line.

Correction

• Air line should be examined. If contaminated, it should be replaced.

Cause 3

Improper type of air line

Correction

• A rubber hose will absorb and retain odors. Try using a plastic or copper hose instead.

General Recommendations for Off-Taste Beer: Beer lines should be flushed after each keg is emptied. Maintain fresh, clean, sanitary conditions around the dispenser. Smoke, cooking odors and disinfectants will harm the taste and flavor of beer. These conditions, as described, may come from an air source or from actual contact with the glass when drawing beer.

Beer Condition: Sour Beer

Beer tastes and smells extremely yeasty or moldy.

Cause 1

Improper transporting of beer kegs. Beer that is delivered on an open truck during high summer temperatures may start a secondary fermentation process.

Correction

• If possible, have beer kegs delivered in a closed, refrigerated truck. If an open truck is used, cover beer kegs with tarpaulin for protection against summer heat and warm air.

Beer Condition: W

ild Beer

Beer that is either all foam, or too much foam and not enough liquid.

Cause 1

Improper drawing of beer into the glass.

Correction

• Open the faucet quickly and completely.

• Proper foam should be a tight, creamy head, and the collar on the average glass should be 3/4" to 1" high.

Cause 2

Yeast growth or other obstructions in the faucet, which is usually caused by a non-refrigerated faucet. Worn faucet parts and worn faucet washers.

Correction

• Check for, and replace any kinked, dented, or twisted lines from the barrel to the faucet.

• Examine for frayed coupling washers behind the faucet that may cause an obstruction.

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Cause 3

The beer was stored in an area that is not cold enough and has thus become warm.

Correction

• Keep kegs of beer refrigerated at all times at 40°F all year round!

Cause 4

Too much air pressure.

Correction

• First, check the source of pressure to make sure it is working. Then adjust the pressure to suit a properly balanced system. The correct beer flow should fill a 10oz. glass in 4 seconds at the proper temperature.

Cause 5

Excessive amounts of CO

Correction

• Adjust the CO

2 pressure to as low as possible. However, the applied pressure

must remain slightly higher than the internal pressure of the beer. No more than 18 lbs. should be applied. The proper amount should be between 10-12psi/lbs.

• The colder the beer and the higher the applied CO

2 pressure, the more rapid the

absorption of CO

2 by the beer. This over-carbonates the beer, causing Wild Beer.

• Check the pressure regulators periodically to ensure that the operating pressures remain constant.

Cause 6

Not enough pressure or no pressure at all.

Correction

• Check for defective air vents.

• Always turn the pressure on before drawing beer.

Cause 7

An old keg of beer which has not been stored in cool temperatures has been used.

Correction

• If beer has been allowed to stand in warm temperatures beyond 45°F for an excessive length of time, it may begin a secondary fermentation. Store beer at 40°F all year round.

Beer Condition: Tail-End Beer

Beer draws well at the beginning of the keg. Towards the bottom, it becomes flat. This is more likely to occur when beer turnover is slow.

Cause 1

Where air is used as a pressure source, air replaces the CO

2 in beer, causing flat

beer. This problem is not evident when beer is being drawn rapidly.

Correction

• Whenever possible, use CO

2 Gas as a pressure source.

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