Nostalgia Electrics KEGORATOR KRS-2000 SERIES User manual

KEGORATOR
MODEL# KRS-2000 SERIES
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS UNIT!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
1621 Beacon Place
Oxnard, CA 93033
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Visit us online at
www.helmangroup.com

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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re.Donotcutor
remove the grounding plug! If you do not have a three-prong electric receptacle outlet
inthewall,haveacertied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
rmlyandpullstraightoutfromtheoutlet.
6. Immediately replace worn power cords, loose plugs and power outlets.
7. Toreducetheriskofelectricshockorre,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certied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 is 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 not attempt to operate this unit with a damaged cord or plug.
20. DONOTrolltheKegoratorwithloadedbeerkegsoncarpetoor.
21. Thisapplianceisnotintendedforusebyyoungchildrenorinrm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.
Important Safety Precautions of CO2
(Carbon Dioxide) Gas
1. CO2gas can be dangerous! CO2cylinders contain high-pressure compressed gas,
which can be hazardous if not handled properly. Make sure you read and understand
all the procedures for the CO2cylinders before installation.
2. Always connect the CO2cylinder 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 CO2cylinder directly to the product container.
4. Always follow the correct procedures when changing cylinders.
5. Never drop or throw a CO2cylinder.
6. Always keep CO2cylinders away from heat. Store extra cylinders in a cool place
(preferably 70° F). Secure fasten with a chain in an upright position when storing.
7. Always ventilate and leave the area immediately if CO2leakage has occurred!
8. There are two safety devices in the pressure system in the form of a valve. One safety
feature is on the CO2bottle. The second is on the regulator.
9. NeverattempttorellCO2cylinder yourself. CO2tankscanberelledatlocations
suchasweldingsupplyshops,partystores,resupplyshops,orwherekegsare
purchased.
10. See attached.
10/30/2007 rev.
Beer
Dispenser
Tow er
Beer Line
Keg
Coupler
High-Pressure Valve
CO² Bottle
Shut Off Safely
CO²Line
Single-Gauge
CO²Regulator
Low Pressure
Valve
CO²Tank
Beer Keg
(Not Included)
13.5"
15.5"
15.5"
8.5"
24.75"
9"
23"
23"

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Future Use
(Note: If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of
time wait 24 hours before plugging the unit in.)
Proper Location
• ToensurethatyourKegoratorworkstothemaximumefciencyitwasdesignedfor,
keep it in a location where there is proper air circulation and electrical outlets.
• ChoosealocationwheretheKegoratorwillbeawayfromheatandwillnotbeexposed
to direct sunlight.
• ThisKegoratorisdesignedforindoor use only -- it should not be used outdoors.
• ThisKegoratorisafreestandingdesignandshouldnotbeplacedinabuilt-inor
recessed area.
• Kegoratorunitdimensions:
20.3” W x 32.10” H x 26.20” D
• ThefollowingdimensionsarerecommendedforclearancesaroundtheKegorator:
Sides …………………… ¾” (19 mm)
Back ……………………. 1” (25 mm)
Use of Extension Cords
• 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. The cord must be equal to or greater than the
electrical rating of the appliance.
Assembly Instructions
Read assembly instructions carefully to ensure that you understand all installation
instructions before installing the Kegorator. If after completing the process you are still
unsure whether the Kegorator has been properly installed, we recommend that you contact
aqualiedinstaller.
Note: Allow the Kegorator to stand in an upright position for about 8 hours before turning
on the power. This is very important! Once the unit is laid on it’s side, the Freon in the
refrigeration unit is shifted. The Freon in the refrigeration unit needs to stabilize before
the power 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 Kegorator 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oors.These
two locking casters should be fastened at the front
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.
1. Remove the cabinet plug located on the work
top. Firmly grasp the cabinet plug, twist and pull
upward.
Note: Keep this plug in a safe place -- it will be
required when using the Kegorator as a refrigerator
without a beer keg in use.
2. There are notches on the bottom of the draft
arm assembly that line up with grooves inside
the opening in the top of the Kegorator. Align
the draft arm with the opening in the top of the
unit, then place inside and twist until secure. No
screws are necessary, it locks into place simply.
The thin black gasket is not mandatory for
assembly. (See Illustrations C & D on page 8)
Also, See Illustrations E & F on page 9, showing
the hose connections to CO2regulator and the
regulator to the beer tap.
DANGER!
Risk of child entrapment! Before throwing away your
old appliance, remove the door so that children may
not easily become trapped inside.
Beer
Dispenser
To w e r
Beer Duct
Guard Rail
Handle

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Black pull handle
Connect to the
Beer Line Tube
Connect to
CO2 Gas
Line Tube
Keg Coupler
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Beer Keg Neck
Keg Support
Beer Keg
Lift Upright
Installing the Guardrail
Follow these steps below to install the guardrail.
1. Place the guardrail on top of the cabinet.
2. Align all holes of the guardrail with the holes of the cabinet.
3. Secure the guardrail to the cabinet by placing inside corresponding rubber holes.
Installing the CO2Regulator and the CO2Cylinder
Follow these steps to safely install the CO2regulator and CO2cylinder.You must read and
understand the following procedures for the CO2cylinders before installation.
NOTE: If all your rubber washers & O-rings
are not pre-installed, please refer to your
parts list (attached).
NOTE: Your CO2cylinder 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rst
keg of beer, you must also have your CO2
cylinderlledatyourlocalsupplier.(See
page 2, item 9 for suggested locations within
your community.)
1. Install the CO2gas line tube to the
regulator by attaching one end of the
tube to the hose barb connection on the
CO2regulator.
2. Be sure to insert the high pressure
washer (provided with the kit) into the
regulator to cylinder attachment nut. (See Illustration A on page 6)
3. Attach the CO2regulator to the CO2cylinder by screwing the regulator nut onto the
cylinder valve and tightening with an adjustable wrench. (See Illustration B on page 6).
4. Wrap the rubber strap that is attached to the interior of Kegorator unit around the CO2
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.
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 to the top of the tap, it is very important that the wing
nut tighten down completely so that the metal tube in the center of the wingnut is
pushed up tightly by the top of the plastic marble choke, which is inserted into the top
ofthetap.Handghtenrmly.
3. Before attaching the CO2line, be sure too insert the rubber directional washer into the
side of the tap. Attach the CO2line(Fig.3-below)andhand-tightenrmly.Securethe
tank with CO2 tank strap.
4. Make sure the beer tower faucet is in the closed (handle pointing straight back)
position before connecting the tap to the keg. To secure the tank connection, pull the
tapping handle out and push down until it locks into position. Listen for the “click” of
thepullhandlewhenitshiftsintothenaldownwardposition(Fig.4-below).Thiswill
open the beer and CO2gas valves. The keg is now tapped.
5. Carefully tilt the keg and rest the edge on the keg base board on the bottom of the
interior cabinet. Slide the beer keg slowly, ensuring that it is properly located
(Fig. 5 - below) and carefully close the door.
6. Your Kegorator comes with a 2.5 lb. CO2bottle, which should be able to dispense four
15 gallon kegs of beer.
DANGER!
CO2can be dangerous! CO2cylinders contain
high-pressured gas, which can be hazardous if handled
improperly. They must be handled with care.
Illustration A
High Pressure Washer Installed into CO2 Regulator
Illustration B
Then Attach to CO2Tank Connector
CO2
Cylinder
Rubber
Washer
CO2
CO2
Gas Line
Shut-Off
Valve CO2
Regulator
Connect to
CO2Cylinder
Rubber
Strap
g.1  g.2 g.3
g.4  g.5

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Operating Your Kegorator
Dispensing Beer
Follow the steps below to dispense beer.
1. Make sure that the Kegorator is plugged in properly to a 120V, 60Hz, 15Amps grounded
AC outlet.
2. Place the drip tray under the beer faucet to avoid messes from excess beer.
3. Open the beer faucet by pulling the tap towards 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 - Installing 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 ¾”
to 1” high, ideally.
Note: It is normal to see condensation form on the faucet. It is caused by the difference in
temperaturebetweenthecoldbeerandtheinsideofthefaucetwhenbeerisowingthrough
the line.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Flushing the tubes
Follow the steps below to clean the keg tap
and hoses. (See Illustration the right)
1. Turn off CO2completely before attempting
to clean.
2. Remove the hose from the coupler and
carefully twist the dispenser faucet off
the top of the Kegorator.
3. Ensure that the dispenser handle is in the
downpositionbeforeushingthehose.If
thisisnotsetcorrectly,watercannotow
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 theblack rubber insulation and wipe with a wet towel as needed.
Storage & Care
Follow the guidelines below to care for your Kegorator 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 on the back side of the Kegorator, inside the cut
out area at the bottom, lower left.
• AlwaysrinsethebeerlineifyoudonotintendtouseyourKegoratorforaperiod
of time. First, turn off the CO2and dispense beer until it stops. This will release
pressure in the keg so that the coupler can safely be detached.
• Toavoidpermanentdamagetotheunit,neverusesharpobjectsinside
the Kegorator.
Illustration C
Illustration D
Flush hose with water
2
Detach beer line
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SPECIAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Important Safety Message for Draft Beer Dispensing
Your Kegorator system has two safety devices already provided in the CO2pressure line.
The coupler for this Kegorator is compatible with the ¼ Pony Keg sized barrel and the ½
Barrel full size (US Kegs). While the Kegorator can hold both the 5 gallon Cornelius Keg and
the 5 gallon D System Keg, should you decided to run either one of these 5 gallon kegs, you
may need to obtain a alternate keg connector.
Safety devices should be installed in the following places:
A. On or directly downstream from the CO2regulator.
B. On the tapping device.
C. In-line in the pressure system
Note: Locations A and B noted above are preferable. If possible, they should be built into the
CO2regulator and tapping device so that they cannot be removed or by-passed.

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RETURNS & WARRANTY INFORMATION
Shouldyourunitnotworkorisdamagedwhenyoursttakeitoutofthebox,pleasereturn
the unit immediately to the place of purchase. Should you have any other questions about
the unit, please contact us at the numbers below between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 PM,
MondaythroughFriday,PacicStandardTime.
Distributed by:
The Helman Group, Ltd.
1621 Beacon Place
Oxnard, CA 93033
805.487.7772 - phone
805.487.9975 - fax
[e-mail]
Visit Us Online at www.helmangroup.com
Kegorator (Model# KRS-2000 Series)
Limited Warranty
This appliance is designed and built to provide many years of satisfactory performance
under normal household use. The distributor pledges to the original owner that should
therebeanydefectsinmaterialorworkmanshipduringtherst90daysofpurchase,we
will repair or replace the unit at our option. Our pledge does not apply to damages caused
by shipping, mishandling or unit being dropped.
A product deemed defective either from manufacturing or being mishandled is up to the
distributors discretion. To obtain service under this warranty, return this unit to The Helman
Group, Ltd. at the address above, shipping prepaid. You must also include a copy of the
original receipt along with your name, address and phone number. Include a description of
the defect along with the date you purchased the product.
Please read these instructions carefully. Failure to comply with these instructions, damages
caused by improper replacement parts, abuse or misuse will void this pledge to you and is
being made in place of all other expressed warranties.
Compatible Keg Types
The Kegorator can hold one Full Size Keg, or one Pony Keg, or Two 5 Gallon Kegs.
Illustration E
Illustration F
13.5”
15.5” 8.5” 9” 15.5”
24.75” 23” 23”
1/4 Barel Pony Size 5 Gallon Cornelius Keg 5 Gallon D System 1/2 Barrel Full Size
Beer Tap
Shown connected
to Regulator
by Hose
CO2Bottle
Regulator
Hose #1
Connecting
Beer Tap to
Regulator
& CO2Bottle
Hose #2
Connects Dispenser
Assembly to Beer Tap CO2Bottle
Beer Tap Handle
Hose #1
Connecting Beer Tap to
Regulator & CO2Bottle
Part Shown in
Illustration E,
Connects to Keg
LargeButtery
Nut Secures Hose
to Beer Tap