Nostalgia Electrics KRS-2150 Use and Care Manual
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1. Follow these steps below to tap the Beer Keg Make sure the black pull handle of the Keg Coupler is in the closed up position before installing it on the keg Fig 1 Insert the Keg Coupler into the locking neck of the Beer Keg and turn clockwise until it locks into position Fig 2 This means that it is secured to the Beer Keg Make sure the Beer Tower Faucet is in the closed handle pointing straight back position before connecting the Keg Coupler to the Keg Fig 3 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 Fig 4 This will open the beer and CO2 gas valves The Keg is now tapped Carefully tilt the Keg and rest the edge on the Keg Base Board on the bottom of the Interior Cabinet Slide the Beer Keg slowly ensuring that it is properly located Fig 5 and carefully close the door HOW TO OPERATE Follow the steps below to dispense beer Make sure that the KEGORATOR is plugged in properly to a 120V 60Hz 15 Amps grounded AC outlet Place the drip tray under the beer faucet to avoid messes from excess beer Open the beer faucet by pulling the tap towards you to dispense the beer If for any reason the beer does not come out of the tap please refer to the Tapping the Beer Keg section Increase the pressure if the beer runs too slowly see Regulator section2. Hold the glass steady at a 45 angle When it is 7 full straighten the glass Proper foam should be a tight creamy head and the collar on an average glass should be 34 to 1 high ideally HELPFULTIPS It is recommended that you flush the hoses with water prior to first use to remove any dust and debris from shipping Only open the CO Tank turn to begin with and then use the regulator to adjust to desired pour If it is not enough continue to open the CO2 Tank by Y turn and use regulator until desired setting is reached It is normal to see condensation form on the faucet It is caused by the difference in temperature between the cold beer and the inside of the faucet when beer is flowing through the line If your CO2 Tank Band breaks during assembly it is recommended to use a bungee cord to secure CO9 Tank Humidity can cause ice to build up inside the DOUBLE KEGORATOR so you will need to periodically defrost it There is a hole in the back of the unit that will allow water to drain out of the DOUBLE KEGORATOR CLEANING amp MAINTENANCE Follow the steps below to clean the keg tap and hoses see illustration below Turn off CO2 completely before O Detach bestline attempting to clean Remove the hose from the coupler and carefully twist the dispenser faucet off the top of the KEGORATOR N EI Ensure that the dispenser handle is in the down position before flushing the hose this is not set correctly wa
3. NOSTALGIA PRODUCTS OCA All products are trademarks of Nostalgia Products Group LLC Worldwide design amp utility patented or patents pending 2011 Nostalgia Products Group LLC www nostalgia electrics com rev 11 22 11 NOSTALGIA ELECTRICS Kegorator CERES AS Instruction Manual Make everyday a party Visit www nostalgiaelectrics com for more fun products CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS 0 0 0 00 ce eee eee eee eae 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 0 0 0 eee eee ee eae 3 INTRODUCTION 2 302 2 aan aoe odo as aol ee ae Bae gra 5 PARTS amp ASSEMBLY i e ae 22 Kee ca ne 6 WASHERS SiS ce u a Fae Reed rn Renten 6 REGULATOR 22 2 Rae o ae DR 8 INSTALLING THE CASTERS ce 9 INSTALLING THE GUARDRAIL ee 9 CO2 amp TAP TOWER INSTALLATION ce 10 TAPPING THE BEER KEG 0 2 eee ee eee 13 HOW TO OPERATE ocioso add ra oe eee bale othe 13 HELPFUL TIPS s st oie Gea eae ea Bae ae ae ace So 14 CLEANING amp MAINTENANCE 2 2 0 eee ee ee ee eee 14 RETURNS amp WARRANTY 0 0 2 2 0 eee eee ee eee ae 15 SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others is very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety a
4. 14 16 Gallons PARTS amp ASSEMBLY Read assembly instructions carefully before installing the KEGORATOR If still unsure whether the KEGORATOR has been properly installed after assembly is complete it is recommended that you contact a qualified installer Allow the KEGORATOR to stand in an upright position for about 8 hours before turning on the power Once the unit is laid on its side the coolant in the refrigeration unit is shifted The coolant in the refrigeration unit needs to stabilize before the power is turned on WASHERS Most washers are already attached to the KEGORATOR Extra washers are included and are in a plastic bag They are labeled below Refer to parts diagram and corresponding numbers to see where the washers belong Oo eo 1 Bottom of 1 Bottom of 1 Bottom Coupler outside Coupler middle of Coupler center 38mm 22mm 19mm 3 Coupler Washer 4 CO Rubber 18 CO Tank Band 18mm Directional Washer o O 19 CO Line to 21 CO Line 25 Beer Tap Regulator to Coupler 10mm Washer 22mm 7mm Parts 1 Keg Coupler 2 Backflow Stopper 3 Rubber Washer 4 CO Rubber Fits D Sankey Keg Qty 1 Qty 1 Directional Washer Valves Oty 1 Qty 1 5 Beer Tower Washer 6 Beer Tap Hose 7 CO Regulator 8 High Pressure Qty 1 Assembly Qty 1 Washer White Qty 1 Nylon Qty 1 9 CO Tank Valve 10 Guard Rail 11 Drip Tray Grate 12 Drip Tray Pan Qt
5. feature is on the CO bottle The second is on the regulator Never attempt to refill CO2 cylinder yourself NOTE If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time wait 8 hours before plugging the unit in INTRODUCTION To ensure that your KEGORATOR works to the maximum efficiency for which it was designed keep it in a location where there is proper air circulation and electrical outlets Choose a location where the KEGORATOR will be away from heat and will not be exposed to direct sunlight The KEGORATOR is designed for indoor use only It should not be used outdoors The KEGORATOR is designed to be freestanding and should not be placed in a built in or recessed area The KEGORATOR comes with a 2 5 Ib CO2 bottle which should be able to dispense four 15 gallon kegs of beer KEGORATOR capacity 4 6 cu ft KEGORATOR unit dimensions L 20 25 x W 25 75 x H 48 50 The following dimensions are recommended for clearances around the KEGORATOR Sides 34 19 mm KEGORATOR unit weight 77 6 lbs Compatible Keg Types The KEGORATOR can hold one Full Size Keg or one Pony Keg or two 5 Gallon Kegs DOES NOT fit non standard keg sizes NOTE Keg Coupler fits D Sankey Keg Valves Attaching the Keg Coupler will add height to the Keg 23 23 13 5 15 5 9 15 5 Ya Barrel Pony Size Y Barrel Full Size 7 8 Gallons 5 Gallon D System
6. EGORATOR and feed the hose line through the hole in the top of the KEGORATOR STEP 10 Place Coupler Washer 3 on top of the Keg Coupler STEP 7 Connect the 9 CO line from y the Double Regulator to the Keg Coupler STEP 9 Make sure the notches in the Tap Tower fit into the holes in the top of the KEGORATOR Tighten the Tap Tower by twisting until it locks in place STEP 11 After the Tap Tower has been placed on the KEGORATOR and the hose line feeds through the bottom attach the wing nut to the Keg Coupler Complete CO2 Tank Installation CO2 Bottle Double Regulator Beer Tower Tap Hose Assembly Connects Beer Tap to Keg Coupler CO2 Tank Band Large Butterfly Nut Secures Hose to Beer Tap CO Bottle Beer Tap Handle Air Hose Connects Regulator to Bottom of Keg Coupler Part Connects to Keg DANGER A CO2 can be dangerous CO2 cylinders contain high pressured gas which can be hazardous if handled improperly They must be handled with care Location of Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge is located in the lower lefthand corner in the back of the KEGORATOR MAX Increases Coolness MIN Decreases Coolness OFF Turns Off TAPPING THE BEER KEG SINGLE VALVE TYPE KEG Connect to the Connect to Beer Line Tube N CO2 Gas Line Tube MS Black pull handle Keg Coupler __ fig 1 fig 2 fig 3 Keg Support ra Lift Upright
7. M and 5 00 PM Monday through Friday Central Standard Time Distributed by Nostalgia Products Group LLC 1471 Partnership Dr Green Bay WI 54304 5685 Customer Service Phone 920 347 9122 Web www nostalgiaelectrics com Customer Service Inquiry To submit a Customer Service inquiry go to www nostalgiaelectrics com and fill out the Customer Service Inquiry form and click the Submit button A representative will contact you as soon as possible This appliance is designed and built to provide many years of satisfactory performance under normal household use The distributor pledges to the original owner that should there be any defects in material or workmanship during the first 90 days of purchase we will repair or replace the unit at our option Our pledge does not apply to damages caused by shipping mishandling or unit being dropped A product deemed defective either from manufacturing or being mishandled is up to the distributor s discretion In order to obtain service under this warranty please contact Nostalgia Products Group LLC at the telephone number listed above or by filling out the Customer Service Inquiry Form located at www nostalgiaelectrics com This warranty does not apply to re manufactured merchandise Please read these instructions carefully Failure to comply with these instructions damages caused by improper replacement parts abuse or misuse will void this pledge to you and is being made in place of all
8. grounding must be ensured to reduce the risk of shock and or fire DO NOT cut or remove the grounding plug If you do not have a three prong outlet in the wall have a certified electrician install the proper outlet 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 power outlets and loose plugs 7 Toreduce 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 This appliance should not be recessed or built into an enclosed cabinet It is designed for freestanding assembly only 11 Do not operate your appliance in the presence of explosive fumes 12 Do not tamper with the controls 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Do not operate this appliance when parts are missing or broken Do not use this appliance for commercial use This appliance is designed for indoor use only and should not be used outdoors To reduce is 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 The appliance door must be closed during operation Do not leave the door open when c
9. hildren are near the dispenser DO NOT not attempt to operate this unit with a damaged cord or plug DO NOT roll the KEGORATOR with loaded beer kegs onto carpet floor This appliance is not intended for use by young children or cognitively challenged individuals without supervision This appliance is NOT A TOY Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this appliance A Before discarding your old appliance remove the door from its hinges so that children may not easily become trapped inside CO2 Carbon Dioxide Gas 1 Be E N y CO gas can be dangerous CO 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 cylinders before installation Always connect the CO cylinder to a regulator Failure to do so may cause an explosion resulting in possible death or injury when the cylinder valve is opened Never connect the CO2 cylinder directly to the beer keg Always follow the correct procedures when changing the CO2 cylinder Never drop or throw a CO cylinder Always keep CO cylinders away from heat Store extra cylinders in a cool place preferably 70 F Secure fasten with a chain in an upright position when storing ALWAYS ventilate and leave the area immediately if CO2 leakage has occurred There are two safety devices in the pressure system in the form of a valve One safety
10. le Regulator to allow gas flow from the Double Regulator to the Keg Coupler You will hear the keg pressurizing The output needle will drop momentarily until the pressure has equalized Then the needle will return to the point you set it at The Keg Coupler is designed with a pressure relief valve PRV Pull the ring on the PRV briefly to allow gas to vent This will permit gas to flow through the Double Regulator and help obtain a more accurate reading on the Output Pressure Gauge Re check the output pressure on the Double Regulator and if necessary re adjust using step 2 until the desired pressure is shown It is always wise to follow up any adjustment to the Double Regulator with a brief pull of the PRV ring to ensure an accurate output reading INSTALLING THE CASTERS Follow the steps below to install the Casters Empty the inside of the cabinet completely and lay the KEGORATOR down on it s side We recommend that you place a piece of cardboard or cloth underneath the cabinet to prevent dents or scratches Place washers over Caster bolts then insert the Casters into the holes on the bottom corners of the cabinet Tighten each Caster by turning the nut clockwise with a wrench not provided in the kit Once all four Casters have been tightened stand the cabinet in its upright position Note Two of the Casters include locking mechanisms to ensure the unit does not slide on hard floors These two locking Casters sho
11. lert symbol All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed Appliance Specifications 115V 60Hz 1 47A max amps 6A UL Approved IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS 1 NEVER use an abrasive sponge cloth or scouring pad on this appliance 2 NEVER leave appliance unattended while in use 3 Unplug unit from outlet when not in use and during cleaning 4 DO NOT operate this appliance with a damaged cord or plug or if the appliance ever malfunctions 5 DO NOT clean any parts of this appliance in a dishwasher 6 Keep out of reach of children 7 This appliance is NOT A TOY 8 Unsupervised young children and cognitively challenged individuals should never operate this appliance 9 Young children should be supervised while in proximity of the appliance to ensure their safety SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances including the following 1 Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this instruction manual 2 This appliance must be properly assembled according to the assembly instructions in this manual before it is used See the Parts amp Assembly section for more details 3 This appliance must be connected to a proper electrical outlet with the correct electrical supply 4 Proper
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13. ter cannot flow through Hold the open end ofthe hose under running water for 3 5 minutes while the beer dispenser faucet drains into the sink This will clear any excess beer that is trapped inside helping to prevent any bacteria or mold that could accumulate inside Flush hose with water In order to clean and remove any excess beer that may leak into the unit space inside the door remove the black rubber insulation and wipe with a wet towel as needed Follow the guidelines below to care for your KEGORATOR when not in use Please adjust the temperature gauge to MIN in colder environments because this unit does not self defrost and ice may build up inside the unit The temperature gauge is located on the back side of the KEGORATOR inside the cut out area at the bottom to the lower left Always rinse the beer line if you do not intend to use your KEGORATOR for a period of time First turn off the CO3 and dispense beer until it stops This will release pressure in the keg so that the coupler can safely be detached To avoid permanent damage to the unit never use sharp objects inside the KEGORATOR RETURNS amp WARRANTY SHOULD YOUR UNIT NOT WORK OR IS DAMAGED WHEN YOU FIRST TAKE IT OUT OF THE BOX PLEASE RETURN IT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE IMMEDIATELY KEGORATOR KRS2000 SERIES Should you have any questions please contact us via email or at the customer service number listed below between the hours of 8 00 A
14. uld be fastened at the front end of the unit with the unlocked Casters fasted on the rear end INSTALLING THE GUARDRAIL Follow the steps below to install the Guardrail Place the Guardrail on top of the KEGORATOR Align all holes of the Guardrail with the holes on the top of the KEGORATOR Beer oe Secure the Guardrail to the KEGORATOR by ie placing inside corresponding rubber holes TS Beer Duct ZA rg CO2 amp TAP TOWER INSTALLATION You must read and understand the steps below for the CO2 assembly before installation When you purchase the first keg of beer you must also have your CO cylinder filled at your local supplier CO2 tanks can be refilled at locations such as welding supply shops party stores or wherever kegs are purchased STEP 1 STEP 2 Make sure white nylon High Pressure Use Wrench to attach Double Washer already installed is attached Regulator to CO Tank connector to CO Double Regulator STEP 3 Remove spring from inside the Keg Coupler If spring is not present go on to Step 4 Den STEP4 Make sure Backflow Stopper is inserted in the Keg Coupler the Backflow Stopper goes in with rounded side down e ne a ane 7277 K STEP 5 After the Backflow Stopper has been inserted remove the three parts above cont on next page STEP 8 STEP 6 The CO Rubber Directional Washer goes back into the Keg Coupler Place the Tap Tower on the K
15. y 1 Qty 1 Qty 1 Qty 1 13 Rubber Foot 14 Keg Base Board 15 Metal Washer 16 Casters with Qty 4 Qty 1 Qty 4 Locking Mechanism Qty 2 17 Casters Qty 2 18 CO Tank Band 19 Air Hose Wing 20 Air Hose Qty 1 Nut Washer Qty 1 Qty 1 21 Air Hose 22 Beer Tap 23 Regulator 24 Beer Tower Hole Connector Washer Wrench Plug Qty 1 Qty 1 Qty 1 Qty 1 25 Beer Tapper amp 26 Extra Washers Handle Qty 1 amp Parts REGULATOR The Double Regulator works the CO2 Tank and measures PSI pounds per square inch as well as the volume of the CO gas in the Cylinder Set Output Pressure Gauge between 8 12 PSI for a nice frothy head Output Pressure Gauge 0 60 gt PSI for measuring PSI of CO outflow from Tank to Keg 8 12 PSI recommended Screw adjusts the output pressure Tank Pressure Gauge R A CO2 Shut Off 0 3000 PSI for Valve shown in measuring PSI open position of CO in tank Pressure Relief Valve Close the Shut Off Valve on the Double Regulator and open the CO Tank Valve 9 completely Unlock Screw using Allen Wrench included Slowly turn the Double Regulator adjustment screw until the desired pressure is shown on the Output Pressure Gauge 8 12 PSI Turning clockwise will increase the output pressure and turning counter clockwise will decrease the output pressure Once desired pressure is reached you may re lock Screw using Allen Wrench Open the CO Shut Off Valve on the Doub
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