Calflame BBQ09843B User manual
BEER KEG REFRIGERATOR
Model：BBQ09843B
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR Beer Keg Refrigerator
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read all of the instructions before using this appliance. When using this appliance, always
exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:
1. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this operation manual.
2. This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is
used. See the installation section for more details.
3. This appliance must be connected to a proper electrical outlet with the correct electrical supply.
4. Proper grounding must be ensured to reduce the risk of shock and fire. Do not cut or remove the
grounding pin! If you do not have a three-prong electric receptacle outlet in the wall, have a certified
electrician install the proper outlet. The wall receptacle must be properly grounded.
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, loose plugs and power outlets. If the supply cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to
avoid a hazard.
7. To reduce 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.If your old appliance is being discarded, we recommend that you remove the door and leave the shelves
in place. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.
11.This appliance should not be recessed or built into an enclosed cabinet. It is designed for freestanding
installation only.
12.Do not operate your appliance in the presence of explosive fumes.
13.Do not tamper with the controls.
14.Do not operate this appliance when parts are missing or broken.
15.Do not use this appliance for commercial use.
16.This appliance is designed for indoor use only and should not be used outdoors.
17.To reduce 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.
18.The appliance door must be closed during operation. Do not leave the door open when children are
near the dispenser.
19.Do not run cord over carpeting or other heat insulators. Do not cover the cord. Keep cord away from
traffic areas, and do not submerge in water. DO NOT attempt to operate this unit with a damaged cord
or plug.
20.DO NOT roll the beer keg fridge with loaded beer kegs on carpet floor.
21.This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
22.This appliance is NOT A TOY!
23.Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this appliance.
24.When transporting the refrigerator, keep the unit in the upright position. Do not tilt the appliance beyond
45° or place the unit in upside down position.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OF (CARBON DIOXIDE) GAS
1. gas can be dangerous! 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
cylinders before installation.
2. Always connect the cylinder to a regulator! Failure to do so may cause an explosion resulting in
possible death or injury when the cylinder valve is opened,
3. Never connect the cylinder directly to the product container.
4. Always follow the correct procedures when changing cylinders.
5. Never drop or throw a cylinder.
6. Always keep cylinders away from heat. Store extra cylinder at a cool place(preferably lower than
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70° F). Secure fasten with a chain in an upright position when storing.
7. Always ventilate and leave the area immediately if CO2 leakage has occurred!
8. There are two safety devices in the pressure system in the form of a valve. One safety feature is on the
bottle. The second is on the regulator.
9. Never attempt to refill cylinder yourself. tanks can be refilled at locations such as welding
supply shops, party stores, fire supply shops, or where kegs are purchased.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE
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DANGER!
Risk of child entrapment! Before throwing away your old appliance, remove the door so that children may
not easily become trapped inside.
•Take off the doors.
•Leave the shelves or other accessories in place so that children may not easily become trapped inside.
(Note: If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time,
please wait at least 24 hours before plugging the unit in.)
PROPER LOCATION
•To ensure that your beer keg fridge works to the maximum efficiency it was designed for, keep it in a
location where there is proper air circulation and electrical outlets.
•Choose a location where the beer keg fridge will be away from heat and will not be exposed to direct
sunlight.
•This beer keg fridge is designed for indoor use only -- it should not be used outdoors.
•This beer keg fridge is a freestanding design and should not be placed in a built-in or recessed area.
•Beer keg fridge unit dimensions:
21.3” W x 33.20” H (with casters) x 26.60” D
•The following dimensions are recommended for clearances around the beer keg fridge:
Sides : 5” (12 cm)
Back : 5” (12 cm)
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Always avoid using an extension cord because of potential safety hazards in certain conditions. If it is
necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug.
And use the cord with No. 14 AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875watts.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Read assembly instructions carefully to ensure that you understand all installation
instructions before installing the beer keg fridge. If after completing the process you are still
unsure whether the beer keg fridge has been properly installed, we recommend that you contact
a qualified installer.
Note: Allow the beer keg fridge to stand in an upright position for at least 8 hours before plugging in the
unit. This is very important! Once the unit is laid on its side, the refrigeration in the refrigeration system is
shifted. The refrigerant in the refrigeration system needs to stabilize before the unit is turned on.
Installing the Casters
Follow the steps below to install the casters.
1. Empty the inside of the cabinet
completely and lay the beer keg fridge
down on it’s side. We recommend that
you place a piece of cardboard or cloth
underneath the cabinet to prevent dents
or scratches.
2. 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).
3. 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 should be fastened at the front
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end of the unit, with the unlocked casters fasted on the rear end.
INSTALLING THE BEER TAP
Follow the steps below to install the beer tap.
There are notches on the bottom of the draft arm
assemblythatlineupwithgroovesinsidetheopeningon
thetopofthebeerkegfridge.Alignthedraftarmwiththe
opening on the top of the unit, then place inside and twist
until secure. No screws are necessary, it locks into place
simply.
Pay attention to use the thin black gasket for assembly.
(SeeIllustrationsC&Donfollowingpage)
Also,SeeIllustrationsE&Fonfollowingpage,showing
the hose connections to regulator and the
regulator to the beer tap.
Handle
Beer
Dispenser
Tower
Beer Duct
Guard Rail
INSTALLING THE GUARDRAIL
Follow these steps below to install the guardrail.
1. Place the guardrail on top of the cabinet.
2. Alignallsupportfeetoftheguardrailwiththeholesofonthetopoftheunit.
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INSTALLING THE REGULATOR AND THE CO2 CYLINDER
Follow these steps to safely
install the regulator and
cylinder. You must read
and understand the following
procedures for the cylinders
before installation.
NOTE: Your cylinder
has DOT (USA Department
of Transportation) approval,
however the cylinder has
been shipped empty to avoid
any possible accidents during
transportation. When you
purchase the first keg of beer,
you must also have your
cylinder filled at your local
supplier. (See page 2, item 9 for
suggested locations within your
community.)
1. Install the gas line tube to the regulator by attaching one end of the tube to the hose barb
connection on the regulator. (See Illustration B, on page 6)
2. Insert the special washer (provided with the kit) into the regulator to cylinder attachment nut. (See
Illustration A, on page 6)
3. Attach the regulator to the cylinder by screwing the regulator nut onto the cylinder valve and
tightening with an adjustable wrench.
4. Wrap the rubber strap that is attached to the interior of beer keg fridge unit around the bottle to
secure the bottle in place (as shown above).
5. Position the cylinder so that you would be able to read the numbers on the gauges and have easy
access to shut-off valves.
DANGER!
can be dangerous! cylinders contain high-pressured gas, which can be hazardous if handled
improperly. They must be handled with care.
TAPPING THE BEER KEG – INSTALLING KEG TAP
(SINGLE-VALVE TYPE BARREL)
Follow these steps below to tap the beer keg.
1. Make sure the black pull handle of the tap is in the closed (up) position before installing it on the keg
(Fig. 1 - below). Insert the keg coupler into the locking neck of the beer keg and turn clockwise ¼ to lock
it into position (Fig. 2 - below). This means that it is secured to the keg.
2. When connecting the beer line, it is very important that the black rubber washer be installed inside the
wing nut before connecting the beer line to the tap ( See Illustration A below). Remove the black rubber
protective cap located on top of tap and screw the Wing nut with the rubber washer. Tighten it firmly by
hand. (Fig.2-below)
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3. Attachthe line end of the tube to the hose connection on the tap. Next, secure the tube by using
theremainingself-lockingplasticsnap-onclamptoensurethattherearenoleaks.Securetheclamp
tightlywithpliers(Fig.3-below).
4. Makesurethebeertowerfaucetisintheclosed(handlepointingstraightback)positionbefore
connecting the tap to the keg. To secure the tank connection, pull the tapping handle out and push down
untilitlocksintoposition.Listenforthe“click”ofthepullhandlewhenitshiftsintothenaldownward
position(Fig.4-below).Thiswillopenthebeerand gasvalves.Thekegisnowtapped.
5. Carefullytiltthekegandresttheedgeonthekegoorsupportonthebottomoftheinteriorcabinet.
Slidethebeerkegslowly,ensuringthatitisproperlylocated(Fig.5-below)andcarefullyclosethe
door.
6. Yourbeerkegfridgecomeswitha2.5 lb. bottle, which should be able to dispense four 15 gallon
kegs of beer.
IllustrationA
Black Rubber Washer Installed in Wing Nut
Illustration B
Then Attach to Bottle Connector
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OPERATING YOUR BEER KEG FRIDGE
Dispensing Beer
Follow the steps below to dispense beer.
1. Make sure that the beer keg fridge is plugged in properly toa115V, 60Hz,1.1Amps grounded AC power
outlet.
2. place the drip tray under beer faucet to avoid messes from excess beer.
3. Open the beer faucet by pulling the tap to wards you to dispense the beer.
Note:If for any reason the beer does not come out of the tap, please refer to the “Tapping the beer Keg
- Tap”section.
4. Increase the pressure if the beer runs too slowly.
5. Hold the glass steady at a 45˚angle. When it is 2/3 full, straighten the glass. Proper foam should be a
tight creamy head and the collar on an average glass should be 3/4” to 1” high, ideally.
Note: It is normal to see condensation from on the faucet. It is caused by the difference of temperaturetemperature
between the cold beer and the inside of the faucet when beer is fowing through the line.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Flushing the tubes
Follow the steps below to clean the keg
tap and hoses.(See Illustration right)
1. Turn off completely before
attempting to clean.
2. Remove the hose from the coupler
and carefully twist the dispenser
faucet off the top the beer keg fridge.
3. Ensure that the dispenser handle is
in the down position before flushing
the hose. If this is not set correctly,
water cannot flow through. Hold the
open end of the 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.
4. 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.
Storage & Care
Follow the guidelines below to care for your beer keg fridge when not in use.
•Please adjust the temperature control dial to MID or LOW in colder environments because this unit does
not self-defrost and ice may build up inside the unit. The temperature control dial is located inside the
cabinet of the beer keg fridge.
•Always rinse the beer line if you do not intend to use your beer keg fridge, inside the cut out area at the
bottom , lower left.
•To avoid permanent damage to the unit, never use sharp object inside the beer keg fridge.
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SPECIAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Important Safety Message for Draft Beer Dispensing
Yourbeerkegfridgesystemhastwosafetydevicesalreadyprovidedinthe pressure line.
Thecouplerforthisbeerkegfridgeiscompatiblewiththe¼PonyKegsizedbarrelandthe½
Barrelfullsize(USKegs).Whilethebeerkegfridgecanholdboththe5gallonCorneliusKegand
the5gallonDSystemKeg,shouldyoudecidedtoruneitheroneofthese5gallonkegs,you
may need to obtain a alternate keg connector.
Safety devices should be installed in the following places:
a. Onordirectlydownstreamfromthe regulator.
b. Onthetappingdevice.
c. In-lineinthepressuresystem
Note:LocationsAandBnotedabovearepreferable.Ifpossible,theyshouldbebuiltintothe
regulatorandtappingdevicesothattheycannotberemovedorby-passed.
Illustration C Illustration D
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Illustration E
Illustration F
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TECHNICAL DATA
nput :
Rated :
Rated Current :
Capacity : 170 L / 6.1 CUFT
INSTRUCTIONS ON ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Do not dispose of this product in the usual household garbage at the end of its life cycle; hand it over at a
collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic appliances.
The materials are recyclable. By recycling, you are making an important contribution to protect our
environment.
POLARIZED ELECTRICAL POWER PLUG
This appliance is equipped with polarized plug; this type of plug has one blade wider than the other. The
plug will fit into an electrical outlet only one way. This is a safety feature intended to reduce the risk of
electrical shock. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should
still fail to fit, contact a qualified electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug by modifying the plug in any way.
115V
115V~ 60Hz
1.1 A
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