Keurig DRINKWORKS Home Bar Classic User manual

HOME BAR CLASSIC
CARE GUIDE
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Welcome.
We recommend that you review and carefully follow
this guide as well as all warnings and instructions that
accompany your Home Bar®Classic to make the most of
your Drinkworks®experience. This guide includes use,
care, maintenance and troubleshooting information
to help you make remarkable drinks every time.

Home Bar warnings .................................................................. i
Carbonation warnings ................................................................ ii
Electrical warnings ................................................................... iii
Allergy warnings ..................................................................... iv
Home Bar components............................................................... 02
Using your Home Bar................................................................. 03
Positioning the Home Bar ......................................................... 03
Filling the water tank ............................................................. 03
Making a drink ................................................................... 04
Drinkworks app and Wi-Fi pairing .................................................. 08
Home Bar controls and indicators ..................................................... 09
Home Bar care and cleaning ...........................................................10
Storage..............................................................................16
CO2cartridge care and replacement ................................................... 16
START button indicators .............................................................. 20
Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 21
Helpful hints ........................................................................ 24
Home Bar warranty .................................................................. 25
Contents.

Home Bar warnings.
Read and follow all warnings and instructions before use. Misuse of the Home Bar may result
in serious personal injury or property damage.
Positioning
Set up the Home Bar on a flat, weight-bearing,
stable, heat-resistant surface away from hot
surfaces, sources of heat or open flames.
Keep out of reach of children.
Keep upright. Do not use the Home Bar unless
it is in its upright position.
Use
Use only with Drinkworks Pods. Use with any
other Pod may result in injury or damage to
the appliance.
Use only ice and water in the Home Bar. Do
not put any other liquids or substances in the
water tank except as instructed in the cleaning
instructions starting on page 10.
Do not overfill the water tank.
Do not move the Home Bar during the
drink-making process.
Keep Home Bar operating temperature
between 41°F and 86°F (5°C and 30°C).
You must be 21 years or older to purchase or
consume alcoholic beverages.
Care
Perform maintenance only as directed in
the Home Bar Classic Care Guide.
Any servicing other than cleaning and user
maintenance should be performed by an
authorized Drinkworks representative.
Attempting other maintenance or servicing
could cause injury or damage.
Disposal
The symbol on the product or its packaging
indicates: Do not dispose of electrical
appliances or batteries as unsorted municipal
waste; use separate collection facilities.
Contact your local authority for information
regarding the collection systems available.
If electrical appliances are disposed of in
landfills or dumps, hazardous substances
can leak into the groundwater and get into
the food chain, damaging your health and
well-being.
Contact your local or regional waste authority
for more information on collection, reuse and
recycling programs.
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Carbonation warnings.
The Home Bar system utilizes carbon dioxide (CO2) gas under pressure. Do not puncture the CO2
cartridge or expose to heat, fire or flames.
Keep out of reach of children. Close supervision is necessary when the Home Bar is being used
near children.
Handling
Mishandling the CO2cartridge can result in
serious personal injury.
Do not throw or drop the CO2cartridge or
allow it to fall.
Do not tamper with the CO2cartridge in
any way.
Do not transport the Home Bar with the
CO2cartridge installed.
Do not heat the CO2cartridge or leave in
direct sunlight.
Do not inhale CO2.
Store the CO2cartridge in a well-ventilated,
cool, dry place (max 50°C/122°F).
Do not handle the CO2cartridge while CO2 is
discharging. CO2cartridge will be extremely
cold and could freeze tissue. Allow the CO2
cartridge to warm up to room temperature
before handling.
Carbonation
Do not allow children to use the Home Bar.
Use only authorized Drinkworks CO2cartridges.
Use of non-authorized CO2cartridges could
lead to serious injury or damage.
Do not remove the CO2cartridge from the
machine until all CO2has been discharged
from the cartridge.
Removing the CO2cartridge before
discharging all CO2could cause injury.
Use
Inspect the CO2cartridge before use for
dents, punctures or other damage.
If you see any damage, do not use the
cartridge; instead, contact a Drinkworks
representative.
Do not open the CO2door while the Home Bar
is preparing a drink.
End of life
Do not attempt to refill an empty CO2
cartridge. The cartridges are not refillable.
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Electrical warnings.
When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
General
Read all instructions before using.
The Home Bar must be properly installed
and positioned in accordance with these
instructions before it is used.
Clean Home Bar components as specified in
this guide.
Always keep the water tank cap on the
water tank, unless you are refilling it.
Do not attempt to lift the Home Bar handle
while making a drink.
To protect against fire, electrical shock
and injury, do not immerse cords, plugs or
the Home Bar in water or other liquids.
Do not use the Home Bar for anything other
than its intended use.
The use of non-authorized accessories may
cause injury and/or damage the Home Bar.
Positioning
Do not place the Home Bar on or near a hot
gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Keep the Home Bar away from direct sunlight
and heat sources.
Do not use outdoors. The Home Bar is
intended for indoor use only.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a
table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
Use of accessory attachments is not
recommended by the manufacturer and may
result in fire, electrical shock or injury.
Power adapter plug
Each Home Bar is shipped
with a tested power
adapter that is authorized
for use with the appliance.
Use of any other adapter can
potentially damage or
cause a safety risk with
the product.
External cleaning
It is recommended that Home Bar is
unplugged while cleaning the exterior.
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
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Allergy warnings.
Questions, comments, concerns?
Some beverage Pods may contain allergens such as milk, egg, wheat, nuts or soy, or have
been produced in a facility that also produces products containing milk, egg, wheat, nuts
or soy. Check the Pod packaging for allergen information. If you make a drink with such
a Pod, remove the Pod basket and clean it before your next drink, as there may be trace
amounts of allergen on the basket.
For additional help, reach out to our Top Shelf Service Team by phone, email or chat:
1-855-DRINKWORKS (1-855-374-6596)
[e-mail]
To access the chat function, go to drinkworks.com and click on
the chat icon in the lower right corner.
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Home Bar components.
A. Drinkworks Pod
(Not included)
B. Handle
C. Pod Door
D. Pod Basket
E. START Button
F. Tap
G. CO2Cartridge
H. Power Button
I. CO2Side Door
J. Power Cord
K. Water Tank
L. Water Tank Cap
M. Drip Tray
H.
B.
D.
A.
E.
C.
F.
J. K.I. M.L.
G.
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Positioning the Home Bar
Place your Home Bar in an open, uncluttered area in your kitchen or bar area.
We recommend that you always keep your Home Bar plugged in.
Do not place the Home Bar on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Keep the Home Bar away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
Do not use outdoors. The Home Bar is intended for indoor use only.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
Filling the water tank
Always remove the water tank from the Home Bar when filling with ice or water. Do not bring the
appliance to the sink to refill the water tank.
Do not overfill the water tank.
Using bottled or filtered water is recommended, but optional.
Always empty leftover water in the water tank from a previous day’s use. Refill with fresh ice and
cold water for best performance.
Fill the water tank with ice and water only, except as otherwise instructed during a Clean Cycle.
Using your Home Bar.
Follow the below best practices for setting up your Home Bar, filling the water tank, making
drinks and connecting to Wi-Fi via the Drinkworks app.
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1c. Place the cap back on the water tank, making sure it is
pressed all the way down. With one hand on the cap, shake
the water tank to get the water ice cold. For best results,
shake for at least 30 seconds. Place the water tank back
on the Home Bar.
1b. Add just enough cold water to cover the ice.
1a. Remove the water tank cap and fill water tank with ice.
When making only one drink, fill with ice to the lower line.
Otherwise, fill with ice to the top line.
Making a drink
Using your Home Bar.
Tip: Always empty leftover water in the water
tank from a previous day’s use. Refill with fresh
ice and cold water for best performance.
2+ Drinks
1 Drink
2+ Drinks
1 Drink
Add just enough
water to cover
the ice.
30 sec.
2+ Drinks
1 Drink
2+ Drinks
1 Drink
30 sec.
2+ Drinks
1 Drink
2+ Drinks
1 Drink
Add just enough
water to cover
the ice.
30 sec.
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3. Place a Drinkworks Pod in the Pod basket. Make sure the
Pod is fully inserted, with the bar code on the Pod label at
a 12 o’clock position (i.e., facing away from you and with the
name of the drink facing forward).
2. Lift up the handle on the Pod door to reveal the
Pod basket.
12 o’clock
12 o’clock
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4. Close the Pod door and wait for the Home Bar to recognize
your drink and prepare its recipe. The START button will flash
blue if the Pod is inserted correctly.
If the Home Bar does not recognize the Pod, see
troubleshooting tips on page 21.
Tip: If you do not push the START button within 60 seconds,
the light will stop flashing blue. If you still want to make your
drink, reload the recipe by opening and closing the Pod door
using the handle.
If the Home Bar doesn’t recognize the Pod, the
START button will flash blue, red and purple. See
page 21 or open the Drinkworks app for help.
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6. The START button will pulse BLUE as the drink is being
made. Your drink is ready to enjoy when the START button
turns solid BLUE. Please enjoy responsibly!
Tip: It is recommended that you remove the empty Pod
from the Pod basket after your drink has been made.
5. Place the appropriate size of glass underneath the tap on
top of the drip tray and press the START button.
Tip: Serving suggestions for each drink—including
glassware, garnish and ice recommendations—
can be found on the Pod packaging, in the
Drinkworks app and at drinkworks.com.
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Drinkworks app and Wi-Fi pairing
Your Home Bar comes with built-in Wi-Fi technology. This technology allows your Home Bar to
communicate with the Drinkworks app about its performance in order to help us improve its
function. Once your Home Bar is connected to the Drinkworks app, you will have a choice to opt
in to share Home Bar data with Drinkworks for these and other purposes described during the
opt-in process. This feature is optional. It is not required for the Home Bar to function properly.
Download the Drinkworks app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and connect to
your Home Bar to enjoy all of its features.
After downloading the Drinkworks app, you can choose to get connected to your Home Bar with
the following steps:
1. Enable the Wi-Fi feature on your phone through its settings.
2. Create an account on the Drinkworks app and then follow the instructions in the app.
Use the Drinkworks app to:
•Get step-by-step Home Bar setup instructions.
•Register your Home Bar.
•Get firmware updates.
•Learn Home Bar management tips.
•Optimize your drink-making experience.
•Get one-click access to our Top Shelf Service Team.
•Discover exclusive promotions.
And much more!
For more information, visit drinkworks.com.
Using your Home Bar.
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Tip: We make software
enhancements on a regular
basis—connect your Home
Bar to get automatic updates
and keep your machine
running efficiently.

START
START
ADD
H20
ADD
H20
ADD
H20
C20 C20 C20
H20 H20
Water tank indicator
Your Home Bar has a light under the water tank that will flash
white as a reminder to add more water.
CO2indicator light
The CO2indicator light will flash red when the Home Bar is
out of CO2.
STARTbutton
Press START to confirm an action or select an option.
See START button indicators on page 20.
Home Bar controls and indicators.
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Home Bar care and cleaning.
Cleaning the Home Bar exterior
Keep your Home Bar looking its best by cleaning the exterior
after making drinks. Wipe down the surface with a clean, moist,
lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Never immerse the Home Bar in
water or other liquids.
Cleaning the drip tray
The drip tray can accumulate up to 8 ounces of liquid before it
overflows. To remove the drip tray, slide it toward you, keeping
it level at all times to avoid spilling its contents. The drip tray
should occasionally be rinsed between cleanings. Clean the
drip tray with a damp, soapy, lint-free, non-abrasive cloth.
Drip tray is not dishwasher-safe.
Cleaning the Pod basket
Wash the Pod basket at least once a week, and a quick rinse after
each drink is recommended—especially if you’re concerned
about allergens. The Pod basket is removable and can be cleaned
with a damp, soapy, lint-free, non-abrasive cloth or in the top rack
of the dishwasher. Keeping the Pod basket clean helps maintain
drink quality.
*WARNING: Some beverage Pods may contain allergens such as milk, egg, wheat, nuts
or soy, or have been produced in a facility that also produces products containing
milk, egg, wheat, nuts or soy. Check the Pod packaging for allergen information.
If you make a drink with such a Pod, remove the Pod Basket and clean it before your
next drink, as there may be trace amounts of allergen on the basket.
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Tip: Rinse the water tank thoroughly after cleaning so that no
cleaners or cleaning solutions remain in this area, as they may
contaminate the water supply in the Home Bar.
•Fill the water tank with approximately 2 inches of clean
water, put the cap on and shake vigorously.
•Empty the water tank, then fill it with clean water and
return it to the Home Bar.
If needed, repeat the above procedures.
Cleaning the water tank and water tank cap
The water tank and water tank cap should be periodically inspected and cleaned. Neither part
should be cleaned in the dishwasher but rather with a damp, soapy, lint-free, non-abrasive cloth,
and then rinsed thoroughly.
Do not dry the inside of the water tank with a cloth, as lint or other particles may transfer from the
cloth to the tank.
To clean the filter screen at the base of the water tank, empty the tank and follow one or both of
the following procedures:
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10 min.
1 Tablet
Half Gallon
Container
Running the Rinse Cycle
Periodically run the Rinse Cycle to run fresh water through
your Home Bar internals. To run a Rinse Cycle, start by
rinsing and filling the water tank with clean water. Then
place an empty half-gallon container under the tap. Next,
press and hold the START button for 10 seconds. Release
the START button when it flashes purple. Now press and
hold the START button while the machine draws in and
dispenses the water. When you are done, release the START
button and the Home Bar will purge the remaining water
inside and your rinse will be complete.
Make sure to keep the Pod basket in the Home Bar while
running a Rinse Cycle.
Tip: Run a Rinse Cycle with ice-cold water to pre-chill the
inside of your Home Bar and get your drinks extra cold!
Running the Clean Cycle
The Clean Cycle is a two-phase process. In the first
phase, you will rinse your Home Bar with cleaning
solution (in the form of a Drinkworks cleaning tablet).
In the second phase, you will rinse your Home Bar
with clean water.
To run a Clean Cycle, you will need about 10 minutes,
one Drinkworks cleaning tablet and a container that
can hold at least a half-gallon of water to place
under the tap.
It is recommended to run a Clean Cycle every 90 days.
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Release Press
Hold for 10
Seconds

1. Remove and rinse the water tank. Fill to the lower line
marked on the tank (about halfway) with fresh warm water
and place it back on the Home Bar.
2. Add one Drinkworks cleaning tablet to the water tank and
wait for it to fully dissolve (about 10 minutes).
3. Place an empty half-gallon container under the tap.
Once you have started the Clean Cycle, you must finish it. There is no way
to pause or cancel. However, if you accidentally initiate a Clean Cycle by
holding the START button for 10 seconds, simply open and close the Pod door
to reset—or do nothing and wait 60 seconds.
Tip: Your Home Bar purchase includes six cleaning tablets.
Additional tablets can be purchased on drinkworks.com
and at select retailers that carry Drinkworks products.
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Release Press
4. When the tablet is fully dissolved, press and hold the START
button for 10 seconds until the water tank light turns on and
the START button flashes purple.
Make sure you have an empty half-gallon
container under the tap.
5. Release and press the START button again to begin the
Clean Cycle. The START button will pulse purple while
pulling in the water from the tank. If you run out of water,
the tank light will flash. Fill with more water, about halfway
to the lower line.
6. After 60 seconds, the START button will begin flashing again
when it is ready to empty the cleaning solution and start
the Rinse Cycle.
Hold for 10
Seconds
Make sure to keep the Pod basket in the Home Bar while running a Clean Cycle.
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