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© 2010 Nostalgia Products Group, LLC.
(rev. 05/12/10)
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
PARTS & ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
WASHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
REGULATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
INSTALLING THE CASTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
INSTALLING THE GUARDRAIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
CO
2 & TAP TOWER INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
TAPPING THE BEER KEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
HOW TO OPERATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
HELPFUL TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
RETURNS & WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and
on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards
that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard
is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you
what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
Appliance Specifications:
115V 60Hz 1.5A (max amps = 6A)
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
1. NEVER use an abrasive sponge, cloth or scouring pad on this appliance.
2. NEVER leave appliance unattended while in use.
3. Unplug unit from outlet when not in use and during cleaning.
4. DO NOT operate this appliance with a damaged cord or
plug, or if the appliance ever malfunctions.
5. DO NOT clean any parts of this appliance in a dishwasher.
6. Keep out of reach of children.
7. This appliance is NOT A TOY.
8. Unsupervised young children and cognitively challenged
individuals should never operate this appliance.
9. Young children should be supervised while in proximity
of the appliance to ensure their safety.
10. Save these instructions!
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Basic safety precautions should always be followed when
using electrical appliances, including the following:
1. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
described in this instruction manual.
2. This appliance must be properly assembled according to the assembly instructions
in this manual before it is used. See the Parts & Assembly 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/or fire.
DO NOT cut or remove the grounding plug. If you do not have a three-prong
outlet in the wall, have a certified electrician install the proper outlet.
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, power outlets and loose plugs.
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. This appliance should not be recessed or built into an enclosed
cabinet. It is designed for freestanding assembly only.
11. Do not operate your appliance in the presence of explosive fumes.
12. Do not tamper with the controls.
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13. Do not operate this appliance when parts are missing or broken.
14. Do not use this appliance for commercial use.
15. This appliance is designed for indoor use only and should not be used outdoors.
16. 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.
17. The appliance door must be closed during operation. Do not
leave the door open when children are near the dispenser.
18. DO NOT not attempt to operate this unit with a damaged cord or plug.
DO NOT roll the KEGORATOR™ with loaded beer kegs onto carpet floor.
19. This appliance is not intended for use by young children or
cognitively challenged individuals without supervision.
20. This appliance is NOT A TOY!
21. Young children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with this appliance.
Before discarding your old appliance, remove the door from its hinges
so that children may not easily become trapped inside.
CO (Carbon Dioxide) Gas
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1. CO gas can be dangerous! CO cylinders contain high-pressure compressed
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gas, which can be hazardous if not handled properly. Make sure you read and
understand all the procedures for the CO cylinders before installation.
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2. Always connect the CO cylinder to a regulator! Failure to do so may cause an
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explosion resulting in possible death or injury when the cylinder valve is opened,
3. Never connect the CO cylinder directly to the beer keg.
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4. Always follow the correct procedures when changing the CO cylinder.
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5. Never drop or throw a CO cylinder.
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6. Always keep CO cylinders away from heat. Store extra cylinders in a cool place
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(preferably 70° F). Secure fasten with a chain in an upright position when storing.
7. ALWAYS ventilate and leave the area immediately if CO leakage has occurred.
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8. There are two safety devices in the pressure system in the form of a valve.
One safety feature is on the CO bottle. The second is on the regulator.
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9. Never attempt to refill CO cylinder yourself.
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NOTE: If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position
for any period of time wait 8 hours before plugging the unit in.
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INTRODUCTION
To ensure that your KEGORATOR™ works to the maximum efficiency for which
it was designed, 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.
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The KEGORATOR™ is designed for indoor use
only. It should not be used outdoors.
The KEGORATOR™ is designed to be freestanding and
should not be placed in a built-in or recessed area.
The KEGORATOR™ comes with a 2.5 lb. CO bottle, which
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should be able to dispense four 15 gallon kegs of beer.
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KEGORATOR™ capacity: 4.6 cu. ft.
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)
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KEGORATOR™ unit weight: 77.6 lbs
Compatible Keg Types
The KEGORATOR™ can hold one Full Size Keg, or one Pony Keg, or
two 5-Gallon Kegs. DOES NOT fit non-standard keg sizes.
24.75”
23”
23”
13.5”
15.5”
8.5”
9”
15.5”
¼ Barrel Pony Size
5 Gallon Cornelius Keg
5 Gallon D System
½ Barrel Full Size
(14-16 Gallons)
(7-8 Gallons)
NOTE: Keg Coupler fits D-Shankey Keg Valves.
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PARTS & ASSEMBLY
Read assembly instructions carefully before installing the KEGORATOR™. If
still unsure whether the KEGORATOR™ has been properly installed after
assembly is complete, it is recommended that you contact a qualified installer.
Allow the KEGORATOR™ to stand in an upright position for about 8
hours before turning on the power. Once the unit is laid on its side,
the coolant in the refrigeration unit is shifted. The coolant in the
refrigeration unit needs to stabilize before the power is turned on.
WASHERS
Most washers are already attached to the KEGORATOR™. Extra washers
are included and are in a plastic bag. They are labeled below. Refer to parts
diagram and corresponding numbers to see where the washers belong.
#1 Bottom of
Coupler (outside)
(38mm)
#1 Bottom of
Coupler (middle)
(22mm)
#1 Bottom
of Coupler (center)
(19mm)
#3 Coupler Washer
(18mm)
#4 CO Rubber
2
Directional Washer
#18 CO Tank Band
2
#19 CO
#21 CO
2 Line
to Coupler (10mm)
#25 Beer Tap
Washer (22mm)
2 Line to
Regulator
(7mm)
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Parts
#1 Keg Coupler
(Fits D-Shankey Keg
Valves) Qty. 1
#2 Backflow Stopper #3 Rubber Washer #4 CO
2 Rubber
Qty. 1
Qty. 1
Directional Washer
Qty. 1
#5 Beer Tower Washer #6 Beer Tap/Hose #7 CO
2 Regulator
Qty. 1
#8 High Pressure
Qty. 1
Assembly
Qty. 1
Washer, White
Nylon Qty. 1
#9 CO
2 Tank Valve
Qty. 1
#10 Guard Rail
#11 Drip Tray Grate #12 Drip Tray Pan
Qty. 1 Qty. 1
Qty. 1
#13 Rubber Foot
#14 Keg Base Board #15 Metal Washer #16 Casters with
Qty. 4
Qty. 1
Qty. 4
Locking Mechanism
Qty. 2
#17 Casters Qty. 2 #18 CO
2 Tank Strap #19 Air Hose Wing
#20 Air Hose
Qty. 1
Nut Washer
Qty. 1
Qty. 1
#21 Air Hose
Connector Washer
Qty. 1
#22 Beer Tap
Wrench
#23 Regulator
Wrench
#24 Beer Tower Hole
Plug
Qty. 1
Qty. 1
Qty. 1
#25 Beer Tapper &
#26 Extra Washers
Handle Qty. 1
& Parts
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REGULATOR
per square inch), as well as the volume of the CO gas in the Cylinder.
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Set Output Pressure Gauge between 8-12 PSI for a nice, frothy head.
The Double Regulator works the CO Tank and measures PSI (pounds
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Output
Pressure
Gauge
(0-60 PSI) for
measuring PSI
Screw adjusts
the output
pressure.
of CO outflow
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from Tank to Keg
(8-12 PSI
recommended).
Tank
Pressure
Gauge
(0-3000 PSI)
for measuring
PSI of CO
in tank.
CO Shut Off
2
Valve (shown in
open position)
2
Pressure Relief Valve
1. Close the Shut Off Valve on the Double Regulator, and
open the CO Tank Valve (#9) completely.
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2. Unlock Screw using Allen Wrench (included). Slowly turn the Double
Regulator adjustment screw until the desired pressure is shown on the
Output Pressure Gauge (8-12 PSI). Turning clockwise will increase the output
pressure, and turning counter-clockwise will decrease the output pressure.
3. Once desired pressure is reached, you may re-lock Screw using Allen Wrench.
4. Open the CO Shut Off Valve on the Double Regulator to allow gas flow
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from the Double Regulator to the Keg Coupler. You will hear the keg
pressurizing. The output needle will drop momentarily until the pressure
has equalized. Then the needle will return to the point you set it at.
5. The Keg Coupler is designed with a pressure relief valve (PRV).
Pull the ring on the PRV briefly to allow gas to vent. This will
permit gas to flow through the Double Regulator and help obtain
a more accurate reading on the Output Pressure Gauge.
6. Re-check the output pressure on the Double Regulator, and if necessary
re-adjust using step #2 until the desired pressure is shown. It is always
wise to follow up any adjustment to the Double Regulator with a
brief pull of the PRV ring to ensure an accurate output reading.
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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. Place washers over Caster bolts,
then 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 end of the unit, with the unlocked Casters fasted on the rear end.
INSTALLING THE GUARDRAIL
Follow the steps below to install the Guardrail.
1. Place the Guardrail on top
Handle
Beer
Dispenser
of the KEGORATOR™.
Tower
2. Align all holes of the Guardrail with the
holes on the top of the KEGORATOR™.
3. Secure the Guardrail to the
KEGORATOR™ by placing inside
corresponding rubber holes.
Beer Duct
Guard Rail
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CO
2 & TAP TOWER INSTALLATION
You must read and understand the steps below for the CO assembly before
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installation. When you purchase the first keg of beer, you must also have your
CO cylinder filled at your local supplier. CO tanks can be refilled at locations
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such as welding supply shops, party stores, or wherever kegs are purchased.
STEP 1
STEP 2
Make sure white nylon High Pressure
Washer (already installed) is attached
Use Wrench to attach Double
Regulator to CO Tank connector.
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to CO Double Regulator.
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STEP 3
Remove spring from inside the
Keg Coupler. If spring is not
present, go on to Step 4.
STEP 4
Make sure Backflow Stopper
is insterted in the Keg Coupler
(the Backflow Stopper goes in
with rounded side down).
STEP 5
After the Backflow Stopper has been
inserted, remove the three parts above.
(cont. on next page)
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STEP 6
STEP 7
Connect the
The CO
Rubber
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CO line from
2
Directional
the Double
Regulator
to the Keg
Coupler.
Washer goes
back into the
Keg Coupler.
STEP 8
STEP 9
Place the Tap Tower on the
KEGORATOR™ and feed the
hose line through the hole in the
top of the KEGORATOR™.
Make sure the notches in the Tap
Tower fit into the holes in the top of the
KEGORATOR™. Tighten the Tap Tower
by twisting until it locks in place.
STEP 10
STEP 11
Place Coupler Washer (#3)
on top of the Keg Coupler.
After the Tap Tower has been placed
on the KEGORATOR™ and the hose
line feeds through the bottom, attach
the wing nut to the Keg Coupler.
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Complete CO
2 Tank Installation
CO Bottle
2
Double Regulato
Beer Tower Tap/
Hose Assembly
Connects Beer Tap t
Keg Coupler
O Tank Band
2
Large Butterfly
Nut Secures Hose
to Beer Tap
O Bottle
2
Beer Tap Handle
ir Hose Connects
egulator to Bottom
of Keg Coupler
Part Connects to
Keg
DANGER!
CO can be dangerous! CO cylinders contain
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high-pressured gas, which can be hazardous if handled
improperly. They must be handled with care.
Location of Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge is located in the lower lefthand
corner in the back of the KEGORATOR™.
MAX= Increases coolness / MIN= Decreases Coolness / OFF = Turns Off
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TAPPING THE BEER KEG
(SINGLE VALVE-TYPE KEG)
Connect to the
Beer Line Tube
Connect to
CO2 Gas
Line Tube
Black pull handle
Keg Coupler
Beer Keg Neck
fig. 1
fig. 2
fig. 3
Lift Upright
Beer Keg
Keg Support
fig. 4
fig. 5
Follow these steps below to tap the beer keg.
1. Make sure the black pull handle of the coupler is in the closed (up)
position before installing it on the keg (Fig. 1). Insert the coupler
into the locking neck of the beer keg and turn clockwise until it locks
into position (Fig. 2). This means that it is secured to the keg.
2. Make sure the beer tower faucet is in the closed (handle pointing straight back)
position before connecting the coupler to the keg (Fig. 3). To secure
the tank connection, pull the coupler handle out and push down
until it locks into position. Listen for the “click” of the pull handle
when it shifts into the final downward position (Fig. 4). This will
open the beer and CO gas valves. The keg is now tapped.
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3. 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) and carefully close the door.
HOW TO OPERATE
Follow the steps below to dispense beer.
1. Make sure that the KEGORATOR
™
is plugged in properly
to a 120V, 60Hz, 15 Amps 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. If for any reason the beer does not come out of the
tap, please refer to the Tapping the Beer Keg section.
4. Increase the pressure if the beer runs too slowly (see Regulator section).
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.
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HELPFUL TIPS
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It is recommended that you flush the hoses with water prior to
first use to remove any dust and debris from shipping.
Only open the CO Tank ¼ turn to begin with and then use the regulator
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to adjust to desired pour. If it is not enough, continue to open the CO
Tank by ¼ turn and use regulator until desired setting is reached.
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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 flowing through the line.
If your CO Tank Band breaks during assembly, it is
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recommended to use a bungee cord to secure CO Tank.
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Follow the steps below to clean the keg tap and hoses. (see illustration below)
1. Turn off CO completely
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before attempting to clean.
Detach beer line
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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
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
Flush hose with water
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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.
Follow the guidelines below to care for your KEGORATOR™ when not in use.
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Please adjust the temperature gauge to MIN in colder environments
because this unit does not self-defrost and ice may build up inside
the unit. The temperature gauge is located on the back side of the
KEGORATOR™ inside the cut out area at the bottom to the lower left.
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Always rinse the beer line if you do not intend to use your KEGORATOR™ for
a period of time. First, turn off the CO and dispense beer until it stops. This
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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™.
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RETURNS & WARRANTY
SHOULD YOUR UNIT NOT WORK OR IS DAMAGED WHEN
YOU FIRST TAKE IT OUT OF THE BOX, PLEASE RETURN
IT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE IMMEDIATELY.
KEGORATOR™ / KRS2000 SERIES
Should you have any questions, please contact us via email or at the
customer service number listed below between the hours of 8:00 AM
and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, Central Standard Time.
Distributed by:
Nostalgia Products Group LLC
1471 Partnership Dr.
Green Bay, WI 54304-5685
Customer Service
Phone: (920) 347-9122
Customer Service Inquiry
fill out the Customer Service Inquiry form and click the Submit button.
A representative will contact you as soon as possible.
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 first 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 distributor’s discretion.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, please contact Nostalgia
Products Group, LLC at the telephone number listed above or by filling out
This warranty does not apply to re-manufactured merchandise.
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.
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