GrowlerWerks uKeg Nitro User manual

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Owner’s Manual
12 CUPS

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IMPORTANT NOTES
Do not open
sleeve when
cartidge contains
pressure.
Do not use
uKeg with liquids
above 120
degrees F.
Do not turn off
pressure when
uKeg is full. Doing
this does not
save nitro gas.
Do not use
abrasive materials
or metal polish on
coatings.
Do not put in
dishwasher. HAND
WASH ONLY.
Additional Accessories Available at GrowlerWerks.com
FOR SAFETY AND OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE WARNING!
DO NOT put hot water
in the uKeg Nitro. Using
hot water in the uKeg
can result in serious
injury and/or damage to
the product.
Welcome to your new uKeg Nitro Cold Brew
Coffee Maker! Now you can MAKE, STORE
and POUR nitro cold brew coffee wherever
life takes you. This manual will help you keep
the uKeg Nitro in perfect working order and
will give you helpful tips to be your own
professional barista!
For more info, please visit:
www.growlerwerks.com

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UKEG NITRO BASICS
Install Cartridge
• Before filling.
• Ensure dial is in off
position.
Charge Cap
• Tighten sleeve quickly
and firmly.
• Sleeve does not need
to bottom out.
• A quick puff of gas is
normal.
1 . 2 .
OTHER TIPS:
• Turn on pressure right away after filling.
• After dispensing, use remaining gas to flush uKeg.
• For best performance, we recommended GrowlerWerks
brand Nitro Gas.
e Cap
The dial controls the
pressure inside the uKeg
Nitro.
• Turn to “Infuse” for nitro
infusion.
• Turn to “Pour” for best
best performance
while pouring and
storing.
e Tap
• Fold tap handle back
to lock.
• Pull forward to pour.
• ENJOY!
INSTALLING THE NITRO GAS CARTIDGE ADJUSTING PRESSURE LOCKING TAP

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BREWING NITRO COLD BREW
• FIll 2 bags with 60g
(~3/4 cup) with
course ground coffee
each.
• Tie knot with bag
strings.
1 . 2 .
• Place both bags in
uKeg (knot facing
upward).
• Fill with water to
“Brew” Line (~1.25
liters).
3 .
• Place in refrigerator
for 12-24 hours.
4 .
• Pull out bags.
• Add additional water
to “Fill” line (~.75 liters).
5 .
• Charge cap with
a fresh nitro gas
cartridge.
• Tighten cap on uKeg
Nitro.
• Turn dial to “Infuse”.
• Shake for 1 minute to
infuse nitro gas in the
cold brew.
• Turn dial to “Pour”
• Serve and ENJOY!
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2 .1.
7 . 6 .
BREWING NITRO COLD BREW
4 .
PRO TIPS
For a Stronger Cold Brew:
• Use more coffee. Each bag can hold up to 1 cup.
• Brew longer (up to 24 hours).
• In step #3, fill with water above the “Fill” line. This
leaves less dilution water to add later.
For a More Nitro Infused Cold Brew:
• Make sure your brew is as cold as possible before
infusion (use some ice in step #5 when diluting).
• Shake longer
• Leave the pressure setting on “Infuse” overnight.
For more pro tips, visit: www.growlerwerks.com

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CLEANING YOUR UKEG
• Turn off gas.
• Remove cap and
rinse with warm
water. (less than 120
degress F).
1 . 3 .
• Discharge remaining
nitro gas by turning
dial and venting.
• Remove and recycle
gas cartridge.
4 .
• Fill with warm water
under 120 degress F
and 1 cleaning tablet.
• Cap and shake well.
• Baking soda is a
suitable substitute.
• Install cap, charge
briefly with left-over
nitro gas, flow water
through tap and
close tap.
• Let sit 10 minutes.
• Open tap until
pressure runs out.
• Remove the nozzle
for cleaning and
drying.
• Rinse (make sure
parts inside nozel
remain intact).
• Allow to dry
by pouring out
remaining water.
• Store with cap off
and tap open in dry
place.
5 .
uKeg
Cleaning Tablets
Available At
GrowlerWerks.com
1 . 2 . 3 .
AFTER EACH USE
FOR A MORE THOROUGH CLEANING
• Install cap.
• Use remaining nitro
gas to flow water
through tap.
• Close tap.
• Rinse uKeg with
warm water.
• Repeat 2-3 times
until clean.
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BASIC UKEG MAINTENANCE
• Use 1.5mm allen wrench (provided with new
handle).
• Loosen set screw on handle and pull straight
up.
• Do not twist.
• Install a compatible handle in reverse order.
• To clean the surface, gently wash with soap and water or mild detergents.
• To remove spots, discoloration, or minor blemishes, gentle rubbing with a
soft cloth and water is recommended.
• Do not use polishing compounds or abrasive pads to polish the
color surfaces.
• Spot cleaning this way can remove the finish which can later lead to
corrosion.
• Polishing with compounds can completely remove the bonded coating
layer and expose the stainless steel beneath.
The ukeg’s finish, while strong, is not impervious to scratching, so if you want
it to look nice, treat it nice.
Caring for Your uKeg’s Color Finish:
The surface and color of your uKeg is a durable coating that is bonded to the
stainless steel bottle in a thin layer. Your coated uKeg should not corrode. For best
reults when cleaning, please follow instructions below:
CARTRIDGE SEAL REPLACEMENT
Squeeze tabs and pull
retainer out.
Insert new seal in
orientation shown.
Push retainer down until
both tabs click outward.
CHANGING TAP HANDLE
Reinstall retainer and seal.
Inspect cartridge seal for
cracks or defects. Replace
if needed. Note orienta-
tion when removing.

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Make sure retaining tabs
are fully pushed out and
seated properly.
Cap O-ring should be
tight and smooth.
Make sure O-ring is in-
stalled as shown and free
of damage.
Pressure off is counter-
clockwise.
HELPFUL TIPS
• Replace nitro gas cartridge after every use. Any remain-
ing gas can be used to flush your uKeg with clean water
(see Cleaning on page 5).
• Long term storage of your uKeg with a cartridge in-
stalled will reduce cartridge seal life. Remove cartridges
promptly after discharge.
• The cartridge seal is designed to be resilient, but may be
damaged from overtightening or sharp cartridges. Your
uKeg came with 1 extra cartridge seal, and more can be
purchased at: GrowlerWerks.com
• The cap o-ring is designed to be resilient, but may be-
come damaged or loose from over-tightening.
• Replacement cap seals are available at:
GrowlerWerks.com
OPTIONAL: Applying a light coat of silicone grease to
o-rings will extend their lifetime. Available at:
GrowlerWerks.com
Helpful Tips
INSPECT PERIODICALLY

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