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EdgeStar Mini Kegerator  

 

Tapping the different types of non-pressurized kegs: 

There are several different types of non-pressurized 5 Liter kegs 
available. The mini kegs mainly differ in the type of “bung” (plug) 
sealing the top of the mini keg. It is into this bung that the mini kegs 
are tapped. 

 

a) Mini keg with rubber plug: 

This type of plug allows you to tap the keg with the piercing tube by 
screwing the piercing tube into the rubber bung- simply drive the tube 
down the center of the bung- the center piece will fall harmlessly into the 
beer. 
 
 

b) Mini keg with combined plug: 

This type of plug requires the pressurized air to be expelled from the keg 
before tapping it. Read and comply with the instructions on the mini keg. 
Then pull vigorously on the below-pictured part, revealing the second part 
of the plug. Next drive the piercing tube down the center of the bung- the 
center piece will fall harmlessly into the beer. 
 

c) Mini keg with vent plug:  

It is difficult to tell the difference between this type of bung and the above 
type (combined plug). 
 This type of plug requires the pressurized air to be expelled from the keg 
before tapping it. Read and comply with the instructions on the mini keg. 
Then pull vigorously on the below-pictured part, revealing the second part 
of the plug. Now use a tool (not included) to cut/remove the remaining 
part of the bung. If part of the bung falls into the beer, this will not cause 
any health risks or affect the flavor of the beer. Now fit the yellow-orange 
all-purpose plug (received with the optional spare parts) into the hole in 
the mini keg. Finally, drive the piercing tube down the center of this plug. 
(Note: make sure to retrieve, wash, and save this plug for future use 
when you are done with this mini keg.) 
 

d) Other types of mini kegs:  

For most other types of mini kegs, you can remove the bung and replace 
it with the yellow-orange all-purpose plug (received with the optional 
spare parts). Then drive the piercing tube down the center of this plug. 
(Note: make sure to retrieve, wash, and save this plug for future use 
when you are done with this mini keg.)

  

 

Installing the beer line and Connecting the CO

2

 

Now that you have tapped your non-pressurized mini keg, you need 
to connect the beer line and CO

supply. 

 
To connect the beer line: insert the “male” end of the beer line in 
the mini kegerator to the “female” receptacle on the tap. 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for TBC50S

Page 1: ...Mini Kegerator Owner s Manual For more information on other great EdgeStar products on the web go to http www edgestar com TBC50S...

Page 2: ...it makes strange sounds emits smells or smoke comes out of it and contact customer service Do not remove any part of the casing unless instructed by an authorized technician General Safety This unit i...

Page 3: ...1 CLEANING THE MINI KEGERATOR 11 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 12 ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE 13 TROUBLESHOOTING 13 SPECIFICATIONS 14 EDGESTAR LIMITED WARRANTY 15 First Time Operating Instructions Before use mak...

Page 4: ...product packaging in case you need to safely transport your mini kegerator For Your Records Please write down the model number and serial number below for future reference Both numbers are located on...

Page 5: ...tely Three Quarter View Cleaning Bottle Non Pressurized Tap Rubber Ring CO2 Releaser CO2 Cartridge Cartridge Holder Drip tray assembly Digital Controls Regulator Window Side Access Door Dispenser Hand...

Page 6: ...iate power cord three prong grounded 115V or the 12V DC plug cigarette lighter adapter Plug the power cord into the back of the unit and then plug the other end into your power source Check to make su...

Page 7: ...head for non pressurized 5 Liter mini kegs 5 Try a test pour to ensure that the beer is flowing freely If the test pour is good then you may begin to enjoy Note that you may experience a lot of foam s...

Page 8: ...sembly to the mini keg 7 Place the mini keg inside the mini kegerator and shut the door 8 Pour your first glass of beer 9 When the keg is completed remove the Heineken style tap from the keg by squeez...

Page 9: ...ary to pressurize your mini keg Do not use BB gun paintball CO2 cartridges These often have some oil mixed in with the CO2 5 Regulator Used to increase decrease the flow of CO2 Please reference the ch...

Page 10: ...y kit s non pressurized mini keg tap shown following A few notes on usage of the above tap Before piercing the plug on the top of the keg you must always follow the instructions marked on the keg to e...

Page 11: ...surized air to be expelled from the keg before tapping it Read and comply with the instructions on the mini keg Then pull vigorously on the below pictured part revealing the second part of the plug No...

Page 12: ...iece while pulling the hose Place the assembly on its support and place the entire assembly into the compartment located on the right hand side of the mini kegerator Connect the CO2 line to the tapped...

Page 13: ...shown Undo the tap from the mini keg by releasing the catch on the top of the tap and pulling it up and out of the mini keg Rinse the tap out under running water You should also clean it with a mild...

Page 14: ...0 6 0 8 0 8 bars Highly fermented brown ales 0 6 0 8 0 8 1 bars Cleaning and Maintenance You should clean the lines after every mini keg Cleaning the lines Before tapping your first mini keg and afte...

Page 15: ...cord must be grounded Never pull the power supply cord directly to disconnect the appliance Always pull the plug out of the socket Never lift the appliance by the power supply cord or the dispensing t...

Page 16: ...blown or the circuit breaker is tripped Replace the broken fuse in your fuse box or reset the breaker The mini kegerator will not reach the desired temperature The mini kegerator is placed too close t...

Page 17: ...0 Watts Color Metallic Silver with Chrome Accents Storage Capacity One 5 liter Mini keg Temperature Range 38 54 F Dimensions Height x Width x Depth 14 7 8 x 15 x 13 2 5 Weight 13 pounds Note Technical...

Page 18: ...nstruct in proper usage of the product Damages or operating problems resulting from misuse abuse operation outside environmental specifications uses contrary to instructions provided in the owner s ma...

Page 19: ...edgestar com Register your product download owner s manuals access additional troubleshooting resources and obtain more information on other great EdgeStar products on the web at http www edgestar com...

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