DOUBLE-TAP BEER COOLER Model SBC590 OUTDOOR VERSION Model SBC590OS INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. FELIX STORCH,INC. Summit Appliance Division 7701 Garrison Avenue Bronx, New York 10474 www.summitappliance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safeguards ......................................................................................................... 2 Before Using for the First Time .................................................................................... 3 – 4 Unpacking the Beer Cooler ............................................................................................. 3 Electrical Requirements ................................................................................................
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury when using your appliance, follow these basic precautions: 1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 2. Use two or more people to move and/or install the beer cooler. 3. The appliance must be correctly connected to the power supply. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Do not remove the ground prong. 4. Do not use an adapter. 5. Do not use an extension cord. 6.
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME These instructions are important, and we request you read them before using this beer cooler. They describe the appliance and the correct and safe way to use it. The instructions were prepared for various models so you may find descriptions of some accessories and functions that do not apply to yours. These units are designed for the cooling and dispensing of beer only, and are not recommended for storing perishable foods such as meats or dairy products.
TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY • • • • • • • Try not to open the door too often, especially when the weather is hot and humid. Once you open the door, try to close it as soon as possible. If possible, disconnect the power before changing a keg of beer. When the unit is built-in: While this unit can be installed under a counter and the compressor cooling is fan-assisted, an air gap of 2” between the rear of the unit and the wall or counter surface behind is strongly recommended.
INSTALLATION PARTS LIST Remove all packing materials and parts. Inspect to make sure all parts listed below are present and in good condition: 1 double draft arm assembly (with washer) 1 CO2 cylinder 1 CO2 regulator 2 keg taps (American Sankey type) 1 cleaning kit Vinyl tubing 1 stainless steel (removable) floor to protect the unit during keg insertion 1 drip tray Hose clamps Various screws POSITIONING YOUR APPLIANCE WARNING: Two or more people are required to move and/or install this beer cooler.
ADJUSTING THE TILT If your beer cooler seems unsteady or you would like the door to close more easily, you can use the four leveling legs to adjust the tilt of the unit. Be sure that the unit is in its final position when making adjustments to the tilt, and that it is plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet. WARNING: Two or more people are required to move and/or install the refrigerator. Failure to do so may cause back or other injury.
If you need keg tappers other than the Sankey type, it is recommended that you purchase the tappers you need from your beer distributor. Please keep the Sankey type keg tappers for future use. The Sankey system is becoming more popular. It may be purchased from our Sales Department at 718-893-3900. CO2 REGULATOR and CO2 CYLINDER NOTE: Your CO2 cylinder is shipped empty to avoid any possible accidents during transportation.
OPERATION TEMPERATURE CONTROL The beer cooler’s temperature control knob is preset at the factory for your convenience. When first installing the cooler, be sure that the control is still in the mid-point setting as shown. Adjusting the Control Knob The mid-setting indicated in the paragraph above should be ideal for regular use. However, if you need to adjust the temperature, be sure to wait at least 24 hours between adjustments.
BEER SERVING TIPS The following tips will help you serve the perfect beer. To serve beer from the tap similar to the way it left the vat, check the following: • Cleanliness (see Care of Your Beer Cooler, pages 10-11) • Temperature (see Temperature Control, page 8, and Understanding Beer Temperature, page 9) • Pressure (see Troubleshooting, page 16) • Use only CO2 gas BEER COOLER SOUNDS After your new beer cooler has run for a while, you may notice some sounds being generated by the unit. These are normal.
CARE OF YOUR BEER COOLER AUTOMATIC DEFROSTING There is usually no need to defrost the beer cooler because the ice deposited on the inner back wall is automatically defrosted. Ice deposits on the inner back wall during compressor operation. Later on, when the compressor is not operating, the ice defrosts and water drains through the outlet in the inner back wall into the drain pan situated above the compressor where it evaporates.
use harsh cleaning tools such as paper towels or scouring pads, as these can scratch or damage the surfaces of the refrigerator. 4. For stainless steel and painted metal exterior surfaces, use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. DO NOT use abrasive or harsh cleaners, or cleaners containing chlorine, as these can scratch or damage the material. Using a soft cloth, dry thoroughly. 5.
Important information about moving your beer cooler Your beer cooler is heavy. When moving the unit for cleaning or maintenance, cover the floor with cardboard or hardboard to prevent damaging your floor. You should always pull the unit straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the cooler when trying to move it, as this can cause floor damage. REMOVING / REPLACING THE BASE GRILLE Required Tools: Phillips screwdriver To remove the base grille: 1. Open the beer cooler door. 2.
REVERSING THE DOOR HINGE (Optional) Required tools: Phillips screwdriver 1. Disconnect power from the unit. 2. Remove each of the screws on the top of the unit. There should be a total of seven (3 on the hinge side, 4 on the unhinged side). Be careful not to lose or discard the screws. 3. Remove the TOP HINGE and WASHER (see picture at bottom) and set aside. 4. Lift the door straight up and off of the BOTTOM HINGE. 5.
DISPOSING OF A WORN-OUT APPLIANCE • When an appliance finally wears out, dispose of it. • Before you dispose of your old appliance, take the door or doors off but leave the shelves and drawers in place so that children cannot easily climb inside. • The refrigerating system of the appliance is filled with refrigerant and insulating substances which should be separately recycled.
TROUBLESHOOTING Many problems can be resolved without the need for a service call. Try the following list as a reference to potential solutions of common problems. PROBLEMS WITH THE BEER COOLER PROBLEM: The beer cooler is not operating. • • • Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Has a household fuse blown or a circuit breaker been tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.
PROBLEMS WITH THE BEER Problem Cause Correction Beer is cloudy: The beer in the glass appears hazy and not clear. Excessively low temperatures may cause hazy or cloudy beer, particularly when the beer lies in the cold coil for long periods of time. Drain a few ounces before drinking. Glasses may not have been cleaned properly. Raise the temperature setting of the unit. Do not wash beer glasses together with glasses that have contained milk or any other fatty substance.
Beer has off taste: Often bitter and bite-y; sometimes completely lacking flavor and zest. It may also have an oily or foul odor which may carry an unpleasant taste. Condensation is forming on faucet. Improper cleaning of the tap Brush and clean the tap properly. It should be scoured using a detergent, then rinsed clean. Contaminated air line Beer tube should be examined. If contaminated, it should be replaced. It is normal to see condensation forming on the faucet.
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LIMITED WARRANTY ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Within the 48 contiguous United States, for one year from the date of purchase, when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, warrantor will pay for factory-specified parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a designated service company. Outside the 48 states, all parts are warranted for one year from manufacturing defects.
