Perlick DS User Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

DIRECT DRAW DISPENSER - SELF-CONTAINED MODELS

MODEL NOS.

DS Series

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Fill out the enclosed warranty card and mail to the
Perlick Corporation to register the warranty. If the
card is not returned, the warranty period will begin
from the date the equipment is shipped from the
factory.

This manual has been prepared to assist you in the
installation of your Direct Draw Dispenser and to
acquaint you with its operation and maintenance.

We dedicate considerable time to ensure that our
products provide the highest level of customer
satisfaction. If service is required, your dealer can
provide you with a list of qualified service agents. For
your own protection, never return merchandise for
credit without our approval.

We thank you for selecting a Perlick product and
assure you of our continuing interest in your
satisfaction.

WARNING: When lifting, the full weight of the
cabinet must be supported. Lift from the cabinet
base and not from the top. Improper lifting can
result in severe damage to the cabinet.

Table of Contents

PREPARING THE CABINET FOR USE

Specifications.........................................................2

List of Included Parts.............................................3

Tools Required.......................................................3

Plumbing................................................................3

Electrical................................................................3

Installing Casters or Legs......................................3

Installing Faucet and Standard..............................3

TAPPING

Connecting the Keg Coupler.................................4

Tapping the Keg.....................................................4

Connecting the Regulator ......................................5

Adjusting Gas Flow................................................5

CO

2 Leak Test .......................................................5

Replacing a CO
Handling CO
TEMPERATURE

Beer Temperature..................................................6

Refrigeration and Temperature Control.................6

CLEANING

Cleaning the Beer Lines........................................7

Cleaning the Cabinet.............................................7

GENERAL INFORMATION

How to Pour a Perfect Glass of Beer....................8

Troubleshooting.....................................................9

Beer Facts.............................................................9

REPLACEMENT PARTS................................10-11

Wiring Diagram....................................................12

2 Gas Cylinder..............................5

2 Gas.................................................5

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Form No. Z2025A

Rev. 12.05.03

Installation and Operating Instructions

Sizes and Specifications, Direct Draw Dispensers - Self-Contained

MODEL NUMBERS

BLACK DS2KP DS3KP DS4KP
STAINLESS STEEL DS2KS DS3KS DS4KS

SPECIFICATIONS

KEG CAPACITY 2 Keg 3 Keg 4 Keg
NUMBER OF DOORS 2 2 3
DIMENSIONS Length Ins. (mm) 60” (1524) 72” (1829) 84” (2134)
Cabinet Depth Ins. (mm) 24

Height Ins. (mm) 34
NO. OF DISPENSING HEADS 1 1 2
NO. FAUCETS 2 2 2
CONDENSER UNIT H.P.
RUNNING LOAD - AMPS 5.9 7.5 7.5
SHIP WT lbs. (kg) 340 (155) 400 (182) 440 (200)
INTERIOR Fourteen gauge stainless steel sills are reinforced with a 12 gauge angle bracket that extends from one

end of the insulated base to the other. The floor pan is 20 gauge, type 304 stainless steel. The walls and
ceiling are 20 gauge galvanized steel.

EXTERIOR All Models: The top is 20 gauge stainless steel. The back is 20 gauge galvanized steel.

Bottom is 20 gauge stainless steel.

Black Models: Doors, front and sides are 20 gauge black powder coated steel.
Stainless Models: Doors, front and sides are 20 gauge stainless steel.

REFRIGERATION R-134a capillary tube-type. Aluminum fin and copper tube evaporator coil. Forced air into dispensing

head. Adjustable temperature control. Self-defrosting. Pull-out condensing unit for service and cleaning.
VENTILATION Front ventilated.
ELECTRICAL 115 Volt, 60 Hz., 1 Phase AC. Furnished with three prong, six foot rubber cord.

Contact Perlick for other voltage/frequency requirements.
PLUMBING Floor drain

condensate has been plumbed to a condensate pan located in the compressor housing.
INSULATION Foamed-in-place polyurethane; 2” walls, 1
OPTIONALACCESSORIES • Optional Dispensing Heads • Leg Set • Door Locks • Keg Couplers

• Caster Sets • Shelf Kit • Faucet Locks

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/8” (613) 241/8” (613) 241/8” (613)

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/2” (876) 341/2” (876) 341/2” (876)

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/4

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/4” female taper pipe exits out right bottom or end for drip pan waste only. Evaporator

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/2” top and floor.

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Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.

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Preparing the Cabinet for Use – Direct Draw Dispensers Self-Contained

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Parts List

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Faucet Standard.

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Faucet Head Assembly.

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Black Connector Hose 3⁄16” x 3’.

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16” Air Hose.

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Spanner Wrench.

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Bag of Miscellaneous Parts.

Attach faucet to standard using spanner
wrench to tighten coupling. Attach faucet
handle to faucet.

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Insert flexible plastic air hose six to seven
inches into bottom of faucet standard.
Secure hose with tie wrap (supplied).

Plumbing

Tools Required

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#2 Phillips Screwdriver.

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Spanner Wrench (included).

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#10 Crescent Wrench.

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/16” Allen Wrench.

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/8” Nut driver.

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Power Screwdriver (

if available

).

Uncrating and Inspection

Remove all crating material before operating.
Carefully inspect cabinet for hidden damage. If
damage is discovered, file your claim immediately
with the transportation company. Perlick is
not responsible for damage in transit.

Placing the Cabinet

Push the cabinet into place using rollers when
necessary.

Leveling the Cabinet

When the cabinet is in place, check installation with
a carpenter’s level. A slight pitch to the drain side is
desired. Water may accumulate if the cabinet is
pitched to the opposite side.

The floor drain in the right rear corner is equipped

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with a

/4” female pipe thread connection with side or

bottom access for beer drainer waste.

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Remove either side or bottom drain plug with an

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allen wrench and attach a

/4” male pipe (provided

by plumber) to an external drain connection.
Evaporator condensate has been plumbed to a
condensate pan located in the compressor housing.

CAUTION: Do not overtighten drain fitting

as it may damage the threads.

NOTE: The end of the CO

2 line extends through a

sleeve on the side of the cabinet in the
machinery compartment. Connect this
line to the pressure supply with a hose
and fitting.

Electrical

The cabinet must be connected to a separately
fused power source (see electrical specification
plate) and grounded in accordance with National
and Local Electrical Codes. Caution: Do not
attempt to operate the equipment on any other
power source than that listed on the Electrical
Specification plate.

Installing Casters or Legs (Optional)

Attach casters to the cabinet bottom in the holes
provided. Use supplied
self-tapping machine screws. Use power driver if
available.

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/4”- 20 x 3/4” hex head

Installing the Faucet and
Dispensing Head

Before you begin: Wash tapping devices and
faucet. Flush beer, tapping device and faucet lines
with fresh water.

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Apply RTV around the base of the dispensing
head to seal it to the top. Align the dispensing
head over the holes on the cabinet top and use
screws provided to secure standard to cabinet
top. Wipe off excess RTV to complete the seal.

Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.

IMPORTANT WARNING

To avoid compressor damage.

DO NOT RUN UNIT

IF CABINET HAS BEEN

LAID ON ITS BACK

If cabinet has been laid on its back for any rea­son, place it back into the upright position and
allow it to stand for 24 hours before running unit.

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Installation and Tapping – Direct Draw Dispensers Self-Contained

Connecting the Keg Coupler

(when Supplied by Perlick)

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Place one brown leather washer into black beer
line connector hose on hex nut side. Screw
connector to stainless steel beverage line on
faucet standard. Tighten with a wrench, but do
not over tighten.

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Make sure lever handle on the keg coupler is in
the UP (untapped) position. Place one brown
leather washer into wing nut end of black beer
line connector hose and thread onto top of keg
coupler. Hand tighten.

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Place clamp on one end of red air line. Push
end over air valve located inside cabinet.
Tighten clamp with screwdriver. Turn shut-off
valve to OFF (horizontal) position.

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Place clamp on the other end of red air line and
push over tailpiece on coupler. Tighten clamp
with screwdriver.

CAUTION: Do not use keg coupler as a

handle to lift keg.

Tapping a Single Valve Keg (Sankey):

Step 1

Single Valve Keg Coupler

Step 3

Step 2

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Be sure beer faucet is in closed position.

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Align keg lugs with lug openings on bottom
of coupler.

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Turn clockwise 1⁄4 turn. Pull handle out and
down. Keg is now tapped.

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Open shut-off valve on air divider located inside
of the cabinet.

Important: Be sure to close this valve

when untapping keg.

Form No. Z2025A
Rev. 12.05.03

Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.

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