Freedom™ Kegerator
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1. 3 7 2 1 2 42 1 8 5 603mm sorta 17 3 4 23 4 SIDE FRONT 17 Installation Use amp Maintenance MICRO MATIC B 15 Warranty The Freedom Kegerator carries a full warranty against defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve 12 months from date of sale Defective parts subject to Micro Matic inspection will be replaced or repaired for ninety 90 days on a no charge basis The compressor has a standard four 4 year warranty All loss of sales must be borne by the purchaser Warranty Claims Procedure Purchaser shall notify Micro Matic of any defect discovered in the Product during the Warranty Period and obtain a return authorization number Purchaser must ship the Product per Micro Matic s instruction After receipt of the Product Micro Matic shall at its option repair or authorize the repair of or replace or refund the purchase price for the Products found by Micro Matic to be defective Micro Matic s determination of defects is final Failure by Purchaser to give notice of claims of breach of warranty within the Warranty Period shall be deemed an absolute and unconditional waiver of Purchaser s claim for such defects Products repaired or replaced during the Warranty Period shall be covered by the foregoing warranties for the remainder of the original Warranty Period or ninety 90 days from the date of delivery of the repaired or replaced Products whichever is2. IMPORTANT For the most efficient operation be sure to provide good air circulation inside and outside of the unit Avoid hot corners and locations near stoves and ovens Itis recommended the unit be installed no closer than 2 from any wall The place for the kegerator must be open and free of dust and debris Keep the Kegerator out of direct sunlight inside and outside 6 Data Plate The data plate is located inside the unit near the top front left corner Under no circumstances should the data plate be removed from the unit The data plate is essential to identify the particular features of the unit and is of great benefit to installers operators and maintenance personnel It is recommended that in the event the data plate is removed you copy down the essential information in this manual for reference purposes 7 Electrical Connections Refer to the amperage data in this manual or on data plate and your local code or the National Electrical Code to be sure unit is connected to the proper power source Verify correct incoming voltage according to the Data Plate information A protected circuit of the correct voltage and amperage must be run for connection of the supply cord Unit must be grounded and connected in accordance with NEC Article 422 Appliances A SAFETY FIRST DANGER Power must be turned off and disconnected from the power source whenever performing maintenance repair or cleaning the condensing unit
3. MICRO MATIC FREEDOM KEGERATOR Patented Technology Licensed By HYBRIDKEGERATOR INC PATENT NO 7 735 334 B2 World s First Battery Operated Kegerator SAFETY A FIRST PLEASE READ BEFORE USE Before getting started please read this user manual and at all times follow the important safety instructions Installation Use amp Maintenance Guide MICRO MATIC Freedom Kegerator Freedom Kegerator YOU NOW HAVE THE FREEDOM TO ROAM Congratulations on the purchase of your new Freedom Kegerator the World s First Battery Operated Kegerator The Freedom Kegerator is designed to operate on either AC Power 115V or DC Power Battery and maintain recommended keg storage temperatures of 35 40 On battery power the Freedom Kegerator can maintain this temperature for up to 24 hours at 70 F Convenient and flexible you can now dispense draft beer indoors or outside and do so CORDLESS Enjoy the Freedom to Roam anytime or anywhere Cheers FREEDOM KEGERATOR Patented Technology Licensed By HYBRIDKEGERATOR INC PATENT NO 7 735 334 B2 Part No MMF B Please see battery operating instructions 1 www micromatic com gt 1 866 327 4159 Installation Use amp Maintenance MICRO MATIC Freedom Kegerator Freedom Kegerator Reference Guide Power Switches Draft Tower Battery Charge Indicator ns 0 e Vi ew Temperature Control NOTE Tapping Kit S
4. If unit is still running when power is off disconnect power at the circuit breaker before unplugging the unit WARNING Unit and compressor warranties are void if failure is due to improper electrical installation 9 Installation Use amp Maintenance MATIC Freedom Kegerator 8 Operation The Freedom Kegerator operates on AC 115 volt and DC 12 volt power e Maximum operating time on DC battery power up to 24 hours 70 F Time to recharge battery less than 8 hours The AC and DC power switches are located on the back wall of the left side storage compartment DC Battery AC Wall Outlet Switch Position Switch Position Refrigeration amp Battery On Operation PATEN CHARGE NDICAT l EE POWER BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR AC POWER DC AC Switch On Charge Battery Only Both switches on Refrigeration and charge battery NOTE As a best practice please make sure the battery is fully charged prior to use Battery Operation e Kegerator can remain plugged into AC power indefinitely without overcharging the battery If you leave the DC switch the on position for more than 24 hours without turning on the AC switch you will drain the battery and shorten battery life Do not run the kegerator on DC only power until the battery is dead It will drastically shorten the life of the battery The compressor has a low voltage cutout that will turn t
5. cycle d Check door gasket is clean and in good condition door is sealed 6 Check fan is operating Common Draft Problems Improper Condition Temperature pour Glassware Wild Beer Beer when drawn is all foam or too much foam T Toohidh Check P Cie oo Warm OO eeas cieanin rour and not enough liquid 9 9 of glass beer Flat Beer Foamy head disappears Detergent quickly beer lacks Too cold Too low Needs cleaning film inside brewery fresh flavor of glass oe in Contaminated eer in glass appears Too cold CO aas Needs cleaning Needs cleaning hazy not clear 9 False Head Household Large soap like bubbles Too warm Too low Check Pour detergent head dissolves very quickly and dust Installation Use amp Maintenance 14 MICRO MATIC Freedom Kegerator 11 Wiring Diagram CONTROL BOX B AC TERMINAL BOARD 21 HOT NEUTRAL EEN x NM Lr S zs 5 BATTERY 14 BLK 284 XANTREX f oe CHARGER 14 WHT 6 14 RECEPTACLE 10A 12V RECEPTACLE 14 GRN E ae ies n CHARGER 14 14 l BATTERY d CHARGE 6 INDICATOR DC SWITCH AC SWITCH L 1500 OHM RESISTOR 18 BLUE et 6 7 8 9 ROOM SUPPLY LINE COMP EE XRO2CX POWER MODULE ps BLK LLL 1 B Mu MICRO
6. e Never use an acid based cleaning solution Many food products have an acidic content which can deteriorate the finish these items include peppers tomatoes and other vegetables e sure to clean ALL food products from any stainless steel surface e Theinterior ofthe cabinet should be cleaned only with lukewarm water taking care not to scratch the galvanized metal surface Mild detergents are recommended Door Gasket Maintenance Door Gaskets require regular cleaning with the use of warm soapy water e Avoid full strength cleaning products on the gasket as this can cause it to become brittle and prevent a proper seal e Never use sharp tools or knives to scrape or clean the gasket which could possibly tear the gasket and rip the bellows e Door Gaskets can easily be replaced and do not require the use of tools or authorized service persons 13 Installation Use amp Maintenance MATIC Freedom Kegerator 10 Troubleshooting Refrigeration Sometimes working failures are due to simple causes which can be solved by the user Before asking for help from a qualified technician you should perform some basic checks 1 Refrigeration is not cooling a Check the unit is still connected to power supply and or has a full battery charge 2 After 24 hours refrigerated cabinet doesn t reach temperature a Check thermostat in OFF position b Check thermostat at correct temperature c Check unit on defrost
7. longer ALL REPAIRS MUST BE FIRST AUTHORIZED BY MICRO MATIC PER THE ABOVE PROCEDURE UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS WILL NOT BE REIMBURSED BY MICRO MATIC UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES Micro Matic is not responsible for parts damaged from factors including but not limited to any part that has been subject to misuse neglect alteration accident unauthorized service abuse or to any damage caused by transportation This warranty does not cover items subject to normal wear and tear gaskets seals o rings etc Purchaser Responsibility Except as expressly provided in this Agreement Purchaser assumes all other responsibility for any loss damage or injury to persons or property arising out of connected with or resulting from the use of Products either alone or in combination with other products or components In no event will Micro Matic be responsible for incidental consequential or punitive damages of any kind including without limitation claims for loss of beer loss of gas or loss of sales Other Warranties Disclaimed These are the sole and exclusive warranties and conditions given by Micro Matic with respect to the products and services and are in lieu of and exclude all other warranties or conditions express or implied arising by operation of law or otherwise including without limitation warranties of merchantability fitness for a particular purpose and non infringement whether or not the purpose or use has been Freedom Kegera
8. top Secure draft tower with four bolts provided Insert blower hose 4 Freedom Kegerator 2 Set U Keg Tapping Installation Kits are Sold Separately at www micromatic com Install Keg Tapping Kit IMPORTANT Before connecting the gas regulator to the gas cylinder you will need to get the gas cylinder filled as it ships empty Connect the gas regulator to the gas cylinder Securely tighten the gas regulator tank nut some gas regulators have integrated o ring onto the gas cylinder seals on the tank connector if they do a fiber washer is not necessary Attach red gas pressure hose to the gas Feed gas pressure hose through the opening regulator outlet nipple secure with clamp in the side compartment 5 www micromatic com 1 866 327 4159 tenance MICRO MATIC Freedom Kegerator First slide hose clamp onto gas pressure hose Connect the beer hose hex nut to the keg Slide hose on to barbed fitting on coupler coupler Make sure a neoprene black washer Squeeze clamp to secure is installed before screwing on the nut www micromatic com 1 866 327 4159 6 MICRO MATIC Freedom Kegerator 3 Operating Instructions Setting the Gas Regulator The Freedom Kegerator is designed to operate at 14 PSI at a keg storage temperature of 38 F NOTE Gas pressure settings and length of beer line may vary depending upon the beer brand changes to storage temperat
9. MATIC 4601 SAUCON CREEK RD CENTER VALLEY 18054 065 52 4 59 FREEDOM KEGERATOR SCHEMATIC REA DATE DR 2 7 1 REV A 15 Installation Use amp Maintenance MICRO MATIC x 12 Replacement Parts Part No Freedom Kegerator Description CLFV625 45 Plastic Drain Tubing 45 35532 Overflow Beer Container V28C Spring to Hold CO2 Bottle Hooks to Hold Gas Bottle Spring 2 www micromatic com 1 866 327 4159 Get Your Draft Installation Kits amp Replacement Parts BROWSE LEARN EXPLORE MICRO MATIC 9 16 MICRO MATIC Freedom Kegerator 13 Specifications Capacity of 1 2 Kegs Running Amps 8 amps DC Cubic Feet liters 69000 2 8 amps AC with battery charger on Number of Draft Towers 1 sid 1 4 amps AC with battery charger off 7700000000 mer Atomatic condensate vaporator noah comnectonvequed mah Ecomate Foamed in place high density CFC free polyurethane 3 top with 2 doors 14 Dimensions PENDING PENDING 305mm 25mm 1 2 4 COMPRESSOR AND BATTERY REFRIGERATED STORAGE REFRIGERATED COMPARTMENTS COMPARTMENT COMPARTMENT COMPARTMENT 1061mm 33 3 4 29 5 8 STORAGE 40 COMPARTMENT 1110101111 4 m 1070mm
10. ectors to the positive and negative terminals in that order e Fully charge the new battery AC power before using the kegerator on DC power 11 www micromatic com 1 866 327 4159 Freedom Battery Charger battery charger is mounted the back wall and wired into a 115 volt receptacle on the side of the switch box display panel indicates the charging output of the charger charger status battery type AGM battery temperature warm and faults Any issues with the charger can be determined by looking at the display panel Condenser Coil A clogged dirty condenser will reduce the performance of the cooling system and the battery Cleaning Instructions DANGER Power must be turned off and disconnected from the power source whenever performing maintenance repair or cleaning the condensing unit e Disconnect unit from power supply e Remove side equipment panel cover and carefully remove any dust or debris on or around the condensing unit Use a vacuum or compressed air to clear dust dirt and debris from the condenser coil THE CONDENSER MUST CLEANED AT REGULAR INTERVALS 30 60 DAYS FAILURE TO DO SO CAN CAUSE COMPRESSOR MALFUNCTION AND WILL VOID WARRANTY e If you keep the condenser clean you will minimize your service expense and lower your electrical costs Failure to maintain a clean condenser coil will cause high temperatures and excess
11. he compressor off when the DC voltage drops below 10 4 volts The evaporator fan motor will continue to operate and the electronic temperature control will still display but the kegerator will start to warm up www micromaticcom 1 866 327 4159 10 Freedom Kegerator Battery Charge Indicator As the battery discharges successive LEDs light only one at a time NOTE LEDs can flash for up to 160 seconds after voltage fluctuations AC BATTERY CHARGE Energy Reserve Flashing Yellow POWER INDICATOR Compressor will turn off due to low voltage cutout Plug kegerator into AC Power Battery Charge Indicator Located on the back wall of the left hand storage compartment Replacing the Battery battery is an AGM lead acid battery that is maintenance free It is sealed and water never needs to be added As with all batteries the kegerator battery will eventually need to be replaced Access to the battery charger and condensing unit is located behind the perforated cover equipment panel on the side of the unit e Always disconnect AC power before servicing battery e Remove the grounding screw holding the battery bracket in place e Slide the battery towards you and lift it out of the kegerator Use caution it is heavy e Slide back the rubber boots covering the terminals and remove the connectors from the negative and positive terminals e Replace the battery and re attach the conn
12. hown Not Provided Separate Gas Cylinder Refrigerated Casters Compartment Storage Cabinet Holds All Keg Sizes Plug Receptacle Side Panel View Battery Charger Inverter Integrated Drain Tray Easy Access Handle TX M AC DC Compressor Unit Rechargeable Battery Condenser Wick Tray Side Access Panel www micromatic com 1 866 327 4159 MICRO MATIC Freedom Kegerator 1 Inspection Uncrating 1 The Freedom Kegerator is attached to the skid by two brackets remove the 2 screws from the undercarriage or the skid 2 Remove all packaging materials and lift the unit off the skid Be careful when lifting 3 If the unit has been laid down turn upright for 24 hours before plugging into the power source 4 the side access panel and visually inspect equipment Check all connections and make sure the battery is secure Check for damage If damage is found notify the carrier immediately both verbally as well as in written form Request an inspection by the shipping company of the damaged all crating material until inspection has been made Tower Mounting Finally contact Micro Matic Hole Side Access Panel 3 www micromatic com 1 866 327 4159 MICRO MATIC Freedom Kegerator 2 Set Up Installing Draft Tower Place rubber washer over draft tower mounting Place beer line connector down through hole holes in cabinet
13. ive run times Continuous operation with dirty or clogged condenser coils can result in compressor failures Note Both the battery charger and condensing unit have thermal cut outs which will shut down if the ambient temperature is too high Do not block airflow to the perforated equipment panel and do not operate the kegerator in environments above 100 degrees Defrosting The Freedom Kegerator does not require defrosting if the door is only opened for a minimum time Defrosting should be done when the keg is changed To do this simply unplug the unit and leave the door open for 15 minutes Do not use a pick knife etc to pry ice from evaporator as this could puncture evaporator or damage the finish Installation Use amp Maintenance 12 MATIC Freedom Kegerator 9 Maintenance Cleaning the Cabinet Proper cleaning of stainless steel requires a soft cloth never use steel pads wire brushes or scrapers e Cleaning solutions need to be alkaline or non chloride cleaners Any cleaner containing chlorides will damage the protective film of the stainless steel Chlorides are also commonly found in hard water salts household and industrial cleaners e Routine cleaning of stainless steel can be done with soap and water Extreme stains or grease should be cleaned with a non abrasive cleaner and plastic scrub pad e There are stainless steel cleaners available to restore and preserve the finish of the protective layer
14. thermometer a glass of water inside the kegerator or pour beer from the keg If possible try and store the keg in the kegerator for at least 12 hours before tapping IMPORTANT NOTE e When a keg of beer is purchased place in the kegerator as soon as possible No provision is made for rapid cooling if a keg becomes to warm it may take up to 24 hours to cool down e During transportation wrap the keg in a blanket or other insulation to keep it cold Pressure The balance between temperature and pressure is critically important the Freedom Kegerator is designed to operate at 14 PSI at 38 F Too little pressure causes flat beer gas escapes too much pressure increases overtime the amount of gas in the beer which cause foaming problems How to Pour Ready to pour Start with a beer clean glass that has been wetted in cold water Place the glass at a 45 angle one After the glass has reached half Let the remaining beer run straight Close the faucet completely and inch below the faucet Do not let full gradually bring the glass to an down the middle This insures quickly the glass touch the faucet Open the upright position proper release of CO by producing faucet all the way a 3 4 to a 1 foam head Installation Use amp Maintenance 8 MATIC Freedom Kegerator 5 Location e Be sure the location chosen has a floor strong enough to support the total weight of the unit and contents
15. tor disclosed to Micro Matic in specifications drawings or otherwise and whether or not Micro Matic s products are specifically designed and or manufactured by Micro Matic for purchaser s use or purpose Limitation of Remedy Purchaser s sole and exclusive remedy for breach of any warranty or condition under this Article IV shall be limited to the repair correction or replacement or refund of the purchase price paid in respect of the defective Products unless the claim falls under the provisions of Section 6 2 in which case Purchaser may also claim damages in accordance with the terms of Section 6 2 Installation Use amp Maintenance 18 MICRO MATIC 4 www micromatic com 1 866 327 4159 Artwork 2011 Micro Matic USA Inc 1008 00311
16. ures and altitude Once the cylinder valve is open the high Setting the keg pressure e Set the gas pressure gauge to 14 PSI This will accommodate most beers with the exception e Check for leaks close the cylinder valve of stouts clockwise until it stops Gauge reading should Tighten the lock nut on the pressure adjusting remain at 750 PSI screw to prevent tampering If the pressure drops check all connections e Open the shut off valve by turning the lever Place shut off valve in the off position down into the on position Tapping Instructions Keg Coupler Start the flow of beer by pulling the keg coupler rotate clockwise approximately one quarter 1 4 handle out and pushing down make sure faucet turn until it fts snug DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN is closed into the locked position The beer flow will start immediately 7 www micromatic com gt 1 866 327 4159 Installation Use amp Maintenance MICRO MATIC Freedom Kegerator 4 Tips amp Tricks Keg Storage amp Temperature The recommended temperature to store and dispense draft beer is 38 F Before purchasing keg of beer give your keg refrigerator time to cool down to 38 F The secret to trouble free keg beer dispensing is to keep the door closed lock the door once the keg is tapped e Constantly opening and closing the door will warm the beer and cause foaming problems e Checking temperature place a
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