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Mini Kegerator
TBC50S
Owner’s Manual
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Important Safety Information Improper handling can cause serious damage to the EdgeStar mini kegerator and/or injury to the user. This mini kegerator is designed for domestic indoor use only. Do not use the unit for industrial or commercial use. Any other use may invalidate the warranty. Please review the ratings label located on the rear panel of the unit for electrical and other technical data related to this unit. Please read and follow the safety information listed below to reduce
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Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................. I INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................... 1 PARTS IDENTIFICATION ..................................................................................... 2 OPTIONAL ACCESSORY KIT .................................................................................. 2 THREE QUARTER VIEW ...........................
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Introduction Thank you for purchasing this EdgeStar mini kegerator. We are glad you chose us. We believe that your purchase of this product opens a relationship between you and EdgeStar. We will provide the customer support needed to nurture that relationship. This manual contains important information regarding the proper installation, use and maintenance of your mini kegerator. Following this manual will ensure that your product will work at its peak performance and efficiency.
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Parts Identification Three Quarter View Handle Top Dispenser Handle Side Access Door See-through window Regulator Window Door Digital Controls Drip tray assembly Optional Accessory Kit (Model: TBC50-ACC) Cleaning Bottle (Sold separately) Cartridge Stand Non-Pressurized Tap Rubber Ring Regulator CO Releaser 2 CO Cartridge 2 CO Adapter 2 (Pierces CO Cartridge) 2 Cartridge Holder EdgeStar Mini Kegerator 2
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Installing the Mini kegerator Installation Carefully unpack all parts. Place the unit on a flat and level surface. It will work best in a room temperature environment (70°F), away from the sun and other heat sources, and with 3” of clearance between all sides of the unit and other objects for ventilation. Install the drip tray by sliding it partially underneath the main unit (align the “tab” sticking out of the drip tray assembly with the notch in the underside of the main unit).
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General instructions Regardless of the brand of 5-liter mini keg, here are the basic steps for tapping it: 1. Chill your keg- although this mini kegerator has a cooling plate that will cool your keg, best results will come from a keg that is already cooled to drinking temperature- this way, the cooling plate only has to keep your keg cool. 2. Follow the instructions on the mini keg to eliminate excess gas or pressure. 3. Connect the beer line to the correct dispenser head and tap the k
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Heineken brand DraughtKeg tapping instructions Heineken brand DraughtKeg™ mini kegs have an internal CO tank. This 2 is the only type of mini keg that you can tap without the optional accessory kit. 1. Chill the mini keg 2. Open the door of the mini kegerator. 3. Place the mini keg near the open door. 4. Make sure the top of the mini keg looks like this: 5. Attach the Heineken-style tap to the beer line: 6. Attach the Heineken-style tap and beer line assembly to the mini keg:
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Non-pressurized Accessory Kit Part Descriptions The following section describes the parts of the optional TBC50-ACC Accessory Kit (sold separately) and their purposes. 1. Non-Pressurized Tap - Using a piercing tube, this tap is to be inserted into a non-pressurized keg. Beer and CO lines are located at the top. It is 2 1 good practice to wet the piercing tube to lubricate before tapping the mini- keg. Once the mini-keg has been tapped, secure the tap assembly onto the top of the mini-k
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Non-pressurized Mini Keg Tapping Instructions Note that the following instructions refer to optional accessory kit (sold separately). Visit kegerator.com for more information and/or to place an order for the optional accessories. Most 5 Liter mini kegs are “non-pressurized”- though the kegs are shipped with minimal pressure inside to ensure the freshness of the beer, once they are opened, all the pressure escapes and they must be served with gravity (poured), or by re-pressurizing them
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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 w
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Connecting the CO : 2 Open the compartment located on the right-hand side of the mini kegerator. Make sure that the pressure gauge valve is closed (to close the valve, turn it counter-clockwise). Attach the pressure gauge on the end piece of the 16g adapter. Insert the 16g CO cartridge in the long part of the adapter. 2 Screw the two parts of the adapter together. Note: once you screw this assembly together with a 16g CO cartridge, do not unscrew it 2 until the cartridg
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Removing the CO line and mini keg 2 Once your mini keg is consumed, you need to shut off the CO and 2 remove the keg. Open the compartment located on the right-hand side of the mini kegerator. Shut off the regulator (turn the knob counter-clockwise). Put a container under the dispenser and pour off any remaining beer (this will also relieve some of the pressure in the mini keg). Open the mini kegerator main door and disconnect the CO line 2 and beer line. Empty the remainin
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Tips for Best Results 1. For best results, use clean glasses. Rinsing the glasses with cold water prior to pouring can deliver better results (less foam). 2. Hold the glass at an angle under the dispenser. Do not touch the nozzle of the dispenser to the glass. 3. Pull the dispenser handle towards you to start the flow of beer. Open the dispenser up all the way to get the maximum flow rate (this will decrease foam). 4. Slowly tip the glass upright as it fills. 5. Gently ease the dispense
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Important Safeguards Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord is damaged. If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified technician. This unit is designed to function on 115 Volts/ 60 Hz (110/115/120 Volts acceptable) electrical circuits. This appliance is not designed for children. Never allow unattended children to use this appliance. Unplug the appliance if it will not be used for an extended period of time. Unplug the appliance prior to c
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Adjusting the Temperature This mini kegerator has a temperature range from 38°F to 54°F. Note: Whether your mini kegerator can reach the Press the button on the control panel to lower the temperature by 1 actual set temperature degree increments. depends on the ambient environmental conditions. Allow at least 24 hours before storing your keg and to allow the temperature to acclimate. Press the button on the control panel to increase the temperature by 1 degree increments
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Specifications Description of product Mini Kegerator & 5L Draft Beer Dispenser Model TBC50S Voltage/Frequency AC 115V~60Hz Amperage 0.63 Amps Input Power 70 Watts Color Metallic Silver with Chrome Accents Storage Capacity One 5-liter Mini-keg Temperature Range 38-54ºF Dimensions 14 7/8” x 15” x 13 2/5” (Height x Width x Depth ) Weight 13 pounds Note: Technical data and performance information is provided for reference only. Specifications are subject to change. Check the ra
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EdgeStar Limited Warranty One (1) Year Parts & Ninety (90) Days Labor This product is warranted by EdgeStar to be free from defective workmanship and materials, subject to any conditions set forth as follows: WHAT IS COVERED: LABOR: For a period of NINETY (90) DAYS from the date of original purchase, labor will be performed free of charge at an authorized EdgeStar repair facility. At its option, EdgeStar will repair the product with new or remanufactured parts, or exchange the defecti
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