Avanti MBD5L, Instruction Manual

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14
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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Keg Removal and Cleaning the Unit
When the keg is empty, it is advisable to thoroughly clean the Mini Pub before
loading another keg. For optimum results and performance it is advisable to clean
the
Mini Pub after each use.
a) To empty remaining beer from the beer line and remove the keg.
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Open the gas cartridge storage compartment and shut the valve (to shut
the valve, turn it counter clockwise).
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Place a container under the dispensing tap and drain by pulling the handle
towards you until nothing flows.
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Open the keg compartment door and disconnect the hoses from
the dispensing head.
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Empty the remaining gas using the relief valve
supplied as indicated in the photograph to the right.
You will hear a “hissing” sounds that will indicate that
all of the remaining gas is being expelled, continue
this step until you no longer here the “hissing” sound.
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Unlock the dispensing head from the keg by pushing the catch and
remove the piercing pin from the keg.
b) To clean the beer lines
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Fill the cleaning bottle supplied with your appliance half-way with lukewarm water. As
required, you may add a bit of detergent. Push it firmly onto the dispensing kit.
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Reconnect the hoses on the dispensing kit as indicated in section "Setting up the keg".
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Open the valve of the pressure gauge and set the pressure to 1.0 bar for 5 seconds and then
close the valve again immediately.
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Pull the tap handle towards you and allow the cleaning solution to flow completely.
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Once you have completely finished all of the cleaning solution, rinse the appliance using the
same method but with clean water.
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Pull on the tap handle to empty the cleaning bottle and release the remaining gas.
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The various Mini Pub accessories are not designed to be washed in a dishwasher.