ASBER – BAR EQUIPMENT: Operations and Service Manual/ Rev. JUN. 2015
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PREPARATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF BEER DISPENSING SYSTEM
The pressure source in direct draw dispenser is bottled CO2 gas.
This gas is reduced to the proper dispensing pressure by a regulator and then delivered to the
barrel through a flexible hose and tap (or vent).This tap has a check valve in it to prevent beer
from backing up into the hose and regulator.
Before a new barrel is tapped, this line should be purged by quickly opening and closing the
regulator outlet valve, allowing a surge of gas to travel through the line and tap.
Always keep the CO2 cylinder in vertical position. The recommended pressure for the CO2
system is 8-10 psi.
CAUTION: Handle all pressure system components with care. Do not use excessive pressures. Be
sure instructions are understood thoroughly, if in doubt, contact your dealer/distributor for
explanation.
4.3
TAPPING INSTRUCTIONS
This cooler will accept only the quarter-size keg. The Sankey type is the most modern and
easiest of all to tap with the available taps. The type of keg and tap you use will depend on the
brand of beer your purchase. Your beer distributor can provide additional instructions and tips
on how to maintain the beer to your satisfaction.
Following these tapping instructions, place the keg in front of cabinet for tapping. After all
connections are complete and checked for leaks, place the CO2 bottle in the rear (inside) of
cabinet with the pressure gage visible for reading, then place the keg in position, allowing the
door to be closed completely without interference. Make certain that beer line and keg are not
touching the evaporator.
How to Tap a Keg of Beer / Sankey Type Barrel
1.
Connect line from pressure source to tap nipple (use clamp).
2.
Using coupling washer connect beer line to thread on probe. Holding flats on probe
with wrench tighten wing nut or hex nut on beer hose.
3.
Align tap with lugs in barrel, insert tap.
4.
Turn tap body handle ¼ turn clock wise until tight to secure tap to barrel. Turn on
pressure regulator.
5.
Rotate wheel handle ¼ turn clock wise. Be certain handle is turned as far as it will go
to stop. This will assure that the beer and gas pots in the keg down tube will be fully
opened.
