Perlick DS32, DP32 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 Dispensing Head .................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. Z2280

Installation and Operating Instructions

Sizes and Specifications, Direct Draw Dispensers - Self-Contained

DOOR FINISH MODEL NUMBERS

BLACK DS60B DS72B DS84B
STAINLESS STEEL DS60S DS72S DS84S

SPECIFICATIONS

KEG CAPACITY 2 Keg 3 Keg 4 Keg
NUMBER OF DOORS 2 2 3
CABINET Length Ins. (mm) 60” (1524) 72” (1829) 84” (2134)
DIMENSIONS 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) 385 [175] 425 [193] 500 [227]
INTERIOR Door sill: High strength polyethylene. Door pan and ceiling: High strength polystyrene.

Floor pan: Satinless steel. Walls: Galvanized steel.

EXTERIOR All Models: The top is 20 gauge stainless steel. The back, front and sides are stainless steel.

Bottom is 18 gauge galvanized steel.

Black Models: Doors and grilles are black vinyl coated steel.
Stainless Models: Doors and grilles are stainless steel.

REFRIGERATION R-134a capillary tube-type. Aluminum fin and copper tube evaporator, epoxy coated 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 NEMA5-15P cord.

Contact Perlick for other voltage/frequency requirements.
PLUMBING

3

/4” NPT drain exits out right end or 1” NPS out bottom. Evaporator 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 • Keg Couplers

• Caster Sets • Shelf Kit • Faucet Locks

84” [2134] 4 KEG
72” [1829] 3 KEG
60” [1219] 2 KEG

68” [1726] 4 KEG
56” [1492] 3 KEG
44” [1118] 2 KEG

6 5/16” [161]

3

/4” (629) 243/4” (629) 243/4” (629)

1

/2” (876) 341/2” (876) 341/2” (876)

1

/4

1

4 1/4”

[107]

NOTE “B”

1

/3

/2” top and floor.

12 11/16”

[322]

3 1/8”

[79]

1

/3

10 9/16”

[268]

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KEG

KEG KEG

23 1/2”

[597]

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19 7/8”

[505]

DOOR

OPENING

R23 1/2”

18 3/4” [476]
BACK LINER

TO INSIDE OF

DOOR SILL

24 3/4”

[629]

NOTE “A”: 3/4” NPT DRAIN EXIT
NOTE “B”: 1” NPS DRAIN ACCESS

34 1/2”

[876]

31 1/4”

[794]

DOOR

HEIGHT

27 7/16”

OPENING

2

[697]

DOOR

3 11/16”

[94]

1 1/8”

[29]

NOTE “A”

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

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Parts List

■

Faucet Standard.

■

Faucet Head Assembly.

■

Black Connector Hose 3⁄16” x 3’.

5

■

⁄16” Air Hose.

■

Spanner Wrench.

■

Bag of Miscellaneous Parts.

Suggested Tools Required

■

#2 Phillips Screwdriver.

■

Spanner Wrench (included).

■

#10 Crescent Wrench.

9

■

/16” Allen Wrench.

5

■

/16” & 3/8” Nut driver.

■

Power driver.

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. Important: Proper air flow around the
condensing unit is necessary for efficient operation.
Never obstruct the air flow in and out of the
condensing unit.

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.

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.

1

/4”- 20 x 3/4” hex head

Installing the Faucet and
Dispensing Head

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.

■

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

■

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

Plumbing

The floor drain in the right rear corner is equipped
with a
bottom access for beer drainer waste.

Evaporator condensate has been plumbed to a
condensate pan located in the compressor housing.

CAUTION: Do not overtighten drain fitting

NOTE: The end of the CO

3

/4” female pipe thread connection with side or

■

Remove either side or bottom drain plug with an

3

allen wrench and attach a

/4” male pipe (provided

by plumber) to an external drain connection.

as it may damage the threads.

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.

WARNING!

To avoid compressor damage,after returning
cabinet to an upright position, let unit stand for
24 hours before plugging it in and running the unit.

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

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Installation and Tapping – Direct Draw Dispensers Self-Contained

Connecting the Keg Coupler

(when Supplied by Perlick)

■

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.

■

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.

■

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.

■

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

■

Be sure beer faucet is in closed position.

■

Align keg lugs with lug openings on bottom
of coupler.

■

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

■

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

Important: Be sure to close this valve

when untapping keg.

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Installation and Tapping – Direct Draw Dispensers Self-Contained

CO2
PRESSURE
GAUGE

CO2
GAS
DRUM

REGULATOR
FITTING

REGULATOR
ADJUSTING
SCREW

FITTING FOR
RED AIR HOSE

SHUT-OFF VALVE
(BLACK LEVER IN
CLOSED POSITION)

HAND
VALVE

PERLICK

PSI

10

50

0

60

20

40

30

Connecting the Regulator to the
CO2 Cylinder

■

Remove blue plug from regulator fitting.
(Note: Do not remove the carbonic washer).

■

Screw regulator onto gas cylinder valve. Tighten
with wrench until vertically straight. Be sure that
shut-off valve (black lever) on regulator is in
the OFF (horizontal) position.

■

Place a screw clamp over end of red air line
and push onto regulator tailpiece. Tighten clamp
with a screwdriver.

Adjusting the CO2 Gas Flow

■

Turn regulator adjusting screw counterclockwise
until it turns freely.

■

Turn hand valve counterclockwise on CO
cylinder to the fully open position.

■

Turn regulator adjusting screw clockwise until
desired pressure is reached (approximately
12-15 lbs.). Tighten stop nut on adjusting screw.

■

CO2 Leak Test

Dilute a small amount of liquid dishwashing soap
and rub the soapy mixture around each connection.
If bubbles appear, tighten connection.

Open shut-off valve on bottom of regulator.

Replacing CO2 Gas Cylinder

■

Tur n CO2 hand valve clockwise until seated and
close shut-off valve on regulator.

■

Unscrew regulator from cylinder fitting.

■

Replace carbonic washer (Part No. 157F2P),
if needed and reattach regulator to filled
cylinder.

■

Tur n CO

2 hand valve counterclockwise until

fully open. Turn regulator shut-off valve to
open position.

■

Adjust CO2 gas flow as required, turning
clockwise for higher pressure.

Proper CO2 Handling

ALWAYS...

■

Connect a regulator (reducing valve) to

2 cylinder.

CO

■

Secure cylinder in upright position whether in
storage or in use.

■

Keep cylinder away from heat. Rupture disc
vents at 122° F. maximum.

■

Ventilate room after high pressure gas leakage.

■

Check the last DOT test date on cylinder neck
before filling. If more than five years old, the
cylinder must be retested to DOT specifications.

■

Be sure CO2 cylinder outlet fitting is free of dust
or dirt before attaching regulator.

■

Store CO2 cylinder and regulator assembly
upright.

■

Allow only properly trained and experienced
personnel to handle high pressure gas.

NEVER...

2

■

Connect cylinder directly to a keg without a
regulator (reducing valve).

■

Drop or throw regulator or CO2 cylinder.

■

Transport CO2 cylinder in a closed vehicle.

■

Apply oil to a regulator.

■

Shut off CO2 cylinder when not in use. You will
not save gas by doing so!

■

Allow untrained, inexperienced personnel to
handle high pressure gas.

Failure to heed this warning could result in
personal injury or death.

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Draft Beer Information – Direct Draw Dispensers Self-Contained

Temperature

One of the most common causes of dispensing
problems is improper temperature. Draft beer
should be stored at a temperature between 32° and
38°. At warmer temperatures, beer will foam.

Refrigeration and Temperature Control

The Direct Draw Dispenser is equipped with a
heavy-duty refrigeration system designed to
automatically maintain a storage temperature of
36-41 degrees F. The control is factory set at 38
degrees F.

4

3

COLDER

2

1

OFF

5

6

COLD

At temperatures lower than 30° F., beer will freeze.
When beer freezes, the alcohol in the beer may
separate and cause the beer to be cloudy with an
“off” taste.

Adjusting the temperature

The temperature control is inside the cabinet on
the right-hand side of the evaporator fan panel
assembly. You will need a screwdriver to turn the
adjusting screw. Make small adjustments until the
desired temperature is achieved.

■

Colder Temperatures:

Turn the adjusting screw clockwise (to the right).

■

Warmer Temperatures:

Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise
(to the left).

The condenser fan motor turns off and on with the
condensing unit. The evaporator fan motor runs
continuously. The fan motors are lifetime lubricated
and will require no oiling.

NOTE:

Cabinet Temperatures lower than 34° will not allow
for proper defrosting of the evaporator coil. If
defrosting is necessary, turn the control knob to the
OFF position until coil is defrosted.

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Cleaning the Beer System – Direct Draw Dispensers Self-Contained

The entire beer system, to include the faucet, flexible
beer line and tapping devices must be cleaned at
regular intervals. We recommend flushing the entire
system with fresh water immediately after a keg has
been emptied. Once each month the system should
be cleaned chemically.

It is recommended that you purchase Perlick’s
Pump Type Cleaning Kit. It is equipped with an
adapter that attaches directly to the faucet shank,
jar with pump, cleaning solution, faucet brush and
spanner wrench.

Cleaning the draft beer system will help to

eliminate the buildup of the following materials:

■

Bacteria:

Beer is an excellent food for bacteria (none of
which is harmful). Proper conditions may begin
the growth of bacteria in draft beer and on the
beer faucet. By regular cleaning, we prevent
this bacterial buildup and maintain the quality
of the draft beer. Greenish or yellowish colored
material on the faucet may indicate bacterial
growth.

■

Yeast:

All domestic draft beers contain a small amount
of yeast which remains in the beer from the
fermentation process. When the temperature of
draft beer exceeds 50° a process of secondary
fermentation may take place. The beer faucet
may exhibit a white colored substance (yeast
build up) if not cleaned on a regular basis.

■

Beer Stone:

All beer contains calcium which is present from
the grains used in the brewing process. it is an
important natural material in draft systems in
that as it oxidizes it coats the internal parts of
the beer lines and equipment. This thin coat of
beer stone helps prevent the beer from picking
up strong metallic or plastic flavors as it flows
through the system. The beer stone will
continue to build if the system is not cleaned
properly or regularly and can cause drawing
problems if it begins to flake off. Beer stone is
present if one can see a brownish color on the
faucet or inner wall of the beer line, or tobacco­like flakes in the beer.

Cleaning the Cabinet

Use a mild detergent and water to clean the inside
and outside of the cabinet. Dry thoroughly. Never
use a scouring pad or abrasive cleanser.
NOTE: An industrial strength, commercial cleaner
can be used to clean the outside of painted
cabinets.

Cleaning the Condenser

Use a long handled, stiff brush to clean the dirt from
the front surface of the condenser. Keeping the
condenser free from dust and dirt will ensure effi­cient operation.
CAUTION: Do not bend the fins while brushing the
front of the condenser.

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Pouring a Perfect Glass of Beer – Direct Draw Dispensers

➠

STEP 1

Start with a clean glass.
Place the glass at a
45° angle, one inch
below faucet. Do not
let the glass touch the
faucet. Open the faucet
all the way.

STEP 2

After the glass has

reached half full,

gradually bring the

glass to the upright

➠

STEP 3

Let the remaining beer
run straight down the
middle of the glass.
This ensures proper
release of CO
producing a 3⁄4” to 1”
foam head.

2 by

➠

position

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STEP 4

Close the faucet quickly

and completely.

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➠

Trouble Shooting – Direct Draw Dispensers Self-Contained

Beer Service Problems

■

Wild Beer:

Dispensed beer has either too much foam or
is all foam.

CAUSES:

■

Beer has been dispensed improperly.
Solution: See pouring instructions
on page 8.

■

Regulator pressure is set too high.

■

Warm keg temperature.
Solution: Keg must be colder than
40°. Target temperature is between
36° and 38° F.

■

Cabinet door is opened and closed
frequently and temperature is warmer
than 38° F.
Solution: Adjust temperature to between
36° and 38° F.

■

Kinks, dents or obstructions in the line.

■

Using oddly shaped glasses. Frosted,
waxed or styrofoam containers may
cause foaming.

■

Dispenser has been turned off for a
long period of time.

■

Faucet is bad, dirty or in a worn condition.

■

Regulator malfunction.

■

Cloudy Beer:

Beer in glass appears hazy, not clear.

CAUSES:

■

Dirty glass.

■

Dirty faucet or beer line.

■

Frozen or nearly frozen beer.

■

Old beer.

■

Beer that has not been refrigerated for a
long period of time.

Beer and CO2 Facts

Keg No. of No. of No. of No. of Full Keg
Size Gallons Oz. Cases 12Oz. Weight

Quarter 7
Half 15

■

Beer foam is 25% liquid beer and 75% CO2

3

⁄4 992 3.445 105 87 lbs.

1

⁄2 1,984 6.889 210 161 lbs.

gas. Don’t waste it!

■

Most people prefer beer stored at 38° F.

■

Beer lines and faucets require regular cleaning
(see cleaning instructions on page 7).

■

A fully-charged 4.2 lb. CO2 cylinder will
dispense approximately 5

■

CO2 gas gives beer its sparkling effervescence.
It also gives beer its creamy head of foam.

Servings

1

⁄2 to 61⁄2 half barrels.

■

Flat Beer:

Foamy head disappears quickly; beer lacks
brewery fresh flavor.

AUSES:

C

■

Dirty glassware.

■

CO2 pressure is too low, due to leak or
pressure setting.

■

CO2 is turned off at night.

■

Cooler is too cold.

■

CO2 leak or defective (sticking)
check valve.

■

Sluggish CO2 regulator.

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Replacement Parts – Direct Draw Dispensers Self-Contained

MODEL NOS. DS60B DS72B DS84B

DS60S DS72S DS84S

Condensing Units

Condensing unit 115 volt, 60 hz. C22647 C22646 C22646
Condensing unit 515301063 515301062 515301062
Compressor 513200314 513200003 513200003
Fan motor assembly 215315009 215315009 215315009
Condenser coil 15352019 15352019 15352019
Terminal board 219101538 219101538 219101538
Overload protector MRT20AGK5590 MRT22AGK5590 MRT22AGK5590
Relay 21351619 21351619 21351619
Capacitor 13556529 13556532 13556532

Evaproator Assembly

Self Contained complete 65555-1 65555-2 65555-2
Evaporator coil C17511-1EP C17511-2EP C17511-2EP
Liquid & Suction line 65084 65085 65085

Fan blade 57699 57699 57699
Fan motor C15239A C15239A C15239A
Evaporator fan guard 65557 65557 65557
Temperature control 61283 61283 61283
Bulb clamp C6634 C6634 C6634
Wire harness, compressor bottom 65560 65560 65560
Wire harness, evaporator 65561 65561 65561
Lock 63762 63762 36762
Space, lock 63761-1 63761-1 63761-1
Lock rail 65432-24SS 65432-24SS 65432-24SS
Grille rail 65432-12SS 65432-12SS 65432-12SS
Condenser pan 65565-1 65565-1 65565-1
Condenser end panel 66215-1SS 66215-1SS 66215-1SS
Grille, black 66210-12 66210-12 66210-12
Grille, SS 66210-12SS 66210-12SS 66210-12SS
Condenser housing back 65435-12SS 65435-12SS 65435-12SS
Evaporator, liquid & suction line cover 65576-1L 65576-4L 65576-2L
Evaporator pan 65526-1 65526-2 65526-2
Door sill 65500-1 65500-1 65500-1
Door handle bracket 65189-1 65189-1 65189-1
Door handle C31409-1 C31409-1 C31409-1
Door gasket 66237-4 66237-4 66237-4
Cabinet hinge 65436-LBRT 65436-LBRT 65436-LBRT
Cabinet hinge 65436-LBRB 65436-LBRB 65436-LBRB
Hinge pin 63679-1 63679-1 63679-1
Hinge assembly, cabinet left side 65505L 65505L 65505L
Hinge assembly, cabinet right side 65505R 65505R 65505R

Replacement door RD-NL2 RD-NL2 RD-NL2

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Replacement Parts – Direct Draw Dispensers Self-Contained

16

5

12

8

9

10

11

14

13

15

3

4

2

1

7

6

For Single Valve Keg Coupler (Series D)

Item Part

No. No. Description

1 .............32499................Probe assembly

2 ............F40184...............Probe body

3...........31080-2P.............Ball

4............43641-1..............Ball retainer

5...........31087-2P.............Probe washer

6 .............31089................“O” Ring - 3-per assembly

7 .............43061................Body

8...........23682-2P.............Check valve

9............157R2P..............Washer

10............206B-1...............Tailpiece

11..............2026.................Coupling nut

12..........31088-2P.............Bottom seal washer

13 ...........31084-1 ..............Retaining screw

14...........43002A ...............Yoke assembly w/lock

15...........43001A ...............Yoke assembly standard

16...........32474-1..............Wrench

Miscellaneous

Part
No. Description

157L2P................Beer line connector gasket

57F2P .................CO

1392R .................Red air hose

529......................Beer hose

2928D .................Twin gauge CO

2 tank washer

2 regulator

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Form No. Z2280

Wiring Diagram – Direct Draw Dispensers Self-Contained

DS Series 2, 3 and 4 Keg Coolers

EVAPORATOR FAN EVAPORATOR FAN

CAPPED

NOT USED

BLACK

WHITE

THERMOSTAT

BLACK

POWER CONNECTION

BLACK

WHITE

GREEN

WHITE

BLACK

GREEN

JUNCTION BOX

RED

CONDENSING UNIT

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