INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
BEER DISPENSERS
MODEL NOS.
H Series
Table of Contents
Cabinet Specifications...........................................2
Fill out the enclosed warranty card and mail to the
Perlick Corporation to register the warranty. If the
card is not returned, the warranty period will begin
from the date the equipment is shipped from the
factory.
Preparing the Cabinet............................................3
Placing the Cabinet................................................3
Cleaning the Cabinet..... ........................................4
Cleaning the Condenser........................................4
Temperature Conrol...............................................4
Installing the Dispensing Head..............................5
Connecting the CO2 Cylinder.................................6
Replacing a CO2 Gas Cylinder..............................7
Handling CO2 Gas.................................................7
TEMPERATURE
This manual has been prepared to assist you in the
installation of your Direct Draw Dispenser and to
acquaint you with its operation and maintenance.
We dedicate considerable time to ensure that our
products provide the highest level of customer
satisfaction. If service is required, your dealer can
provide you with a list of qualified service agents. For
your own protection, never return merchandise for
credit without our approval.
Beer Temperature..................................................7
CLEANING
Cleaning the Beer Lines.........................................8
GENERAL INFORMATION
We thank you for selecting a Perlick product and
assure you of our continuing interest in your
satisfaction.
Troubleshooting......................................................9
Door Switching Instructions..................................10
Tap Mounting Hole Location................................11
Pouring a Perfect Glass of Beer..........................12
Low Profine Coupler.............................................13
WARNING: When lifting, the full weight of the
cabinet must be supported. Lift from the cabinet
base and not from the top. Improper lifting can
result in severe damage to the cabinet.
Keg Capacity and Location..................................14
8300 West Good Hope Road • Milwaukee, WI 53223 • Phone 414-353-7060 • Fax 414-353-7069
Form No. Z2259
Rev. 11.22.06
Preparing the Cabinet – Beer Dispensers
Uncrating and Inspection
Anti-tip (without Legs or Casters)
Remove all crating material before operating.
Carefully inspect cabinet for hidden damage.
If damage is discovered, file your claim immediately
with the transport company. Perlick is not
responsible for damage in transit.
To prevent the cabinet from tipping forward and
to provide a stable installation, the cabinet must be
secured in place with an anti-tip device.
A set of metal anti-tip brackets and installation screws
(#10-3/4" wood screw) are supplied. These brackets
should be attached to the floor, at the back of the
cabinet; each bracket located to catch each rear
leveling leg when the cabinet is pushed backward into
position.
Plumbing
No plumbing connections are required. Condensate
from the cooling coil is automatically evaporated
through a condensate pan located in the
condensing unit section.
THE ANTI-TIP BRACKETS MUST CATCH EACH OF
THE LEVELING LEGS TO HAVE A STABLE AND
SAFE INSTALLATION.
Electrical
Some installation sites might need to be modified to
provide a secure surface for attaching the bracket.
Refer to the illustration below for anti-tip mounting
bracket locations.
The cabinet must be connected to a separately
fused power source (see Electrical Specification
Plate) and grounded in accordance with National
and Local Electrical Codes.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to operate the equipment
on any other power source than that listed on the
Electrical Specification Plate.
Placing the Cabinet
To assure maximum performance, fresh air must be
allowed to circulate through the machinery
compartment. Do not place anything in front of the
cabinet that would obstruct air flow at these grilles.
Do not place the unit in an unventilated small room.
Cabinet should be leveled front to back and side
to side.
Installing Casters or Legs (optional)
Attach casters or legs to the mounting bracket with
the lockwashers and 1/4-20 hex head nuts provided.
Attach bracket and leg/caster assembly to the side of
the cabinet base using the 1/4-20 hex head self-
tapping machine screws provided.
Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.
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Operation Instructions – Beer Dispensers
Temperature Control
An adjustable temperature control is located inside
the cabinet on the evaporator fan panel assembly.
Approximate temperature operating range: 32° F.
minimum and 42° F. maximum. Make adjustments
as shown to attain the desired temperature.
For sanitation purposes, it may be necessary to seal
the base of the cabinet to the floor. This
can be accomplished by laying a bead of silicone
sealant between the base of the cabinet and the floor
as shown by the figure below.
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Colder Temperatures: Turn the adjusting
screw clockwise (to the right).
Warmer Temperatures: Turn the adjusting
screw counterclockwise (to the left).
Temperature Control “OFF”: Turn the adjusting
screw completely counterclockwise to the “O”
position until a click is noted.
When sealing the cabinet to the floor, make sure that
the louvered front grill plate can still be removed for
condenser maintenence and cleaning
The condenser fan and the evaporator fan motor turns
off and on with the compressor.
Cleaning the Cabinet
Avoiding Stainless Steel Corrosion
Corrosion can be prevented by following product
cautions, cleaning instructions and avoiding use of
certain chemicals or objects which will cause
stainless steel corrosion.
Use a mild detergent and water to clean the inside
and outside of the cabinet. Dry thoroughly. Never
use a scouring pad or abrasive cleanser.
NOTE: An industrial strength, commercial cleaner
can be used to clean the outside of painted
cabinets.
STAINLESS STEEL ENEMY
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Steel wool or steel scouring pads
Cherry/Orange/Olive juice
Chlorine Bleach
Cleaning the Condenser
Use a long handled, stiff brush to clean the dirt from
the front surface of the condenser. Keeping the
condenser free from dust and dirt will ensure efficient
operation.
Sharp Objects
CAUTION: Do not bend the fins while brushing the
front of the condenser.
Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.
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HOME TAPPED CABINET
INSTALLING DISPENSING HEAD AND FAUCET
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Wash tapping devices thoroughly. Flush beer and faucet
lines and tapping device (keg coupler) with fresh water
1) Apply silicone around the base of the
dispensing head to seal it to the top.
Align the dispensing head over the
DISPENSING HEAD
mounting holes on the cabinet top and
secure using screws.
Wipe off excess silicone to
complete the seal.
APPLY SILICONE TO
BOTTOM PERIMETER
FAUCET LEAD
2) Attach faucet to dispensing head using
spanner wrench to tighten coupling.
Attach faucet handle to the faucet.
DRAINER
AIR DISTRIBUTOR
CO2 TANK &
REGULATOR
FLANGE SLEEVE
BEER CONNECTION
ALL HOSE CONNECTIONS
USE WORM-DRIVE HOSE
CLAMPS
View enlarged for clarity
KEG
KEG COUPLER
DISTRIBUTOR IS ONLY ON
MULTIPLE KEG UNITS, EACH
KEG IS CONNECTED TO A
VALVE ON THE AIR
DISTRIBUTOR. SINGLE KEG IS
CONNECTED DIRECTLY TO THE
REGULATOR
*NOTE
Image does not accurately reflect positions of the different elements
within the unit. Positions and hose lengths shown are to clearly
illustrate proper connection methods only.
Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.
Form No. Z2259
Rev. 1.17.05
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Installation and Tapping – Beer Dispensers
Connecting the Keg Coupler
(when Supplied by Perlick)
Connecting the Regulator to the
CO2 Cylinder
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Place one brown leather washer into black beer
Remove blue plug from regulator fitting.
line connector hose on hex nut side. Screw
connector to stainless steel beverage line on
faucet standard. Tighten with a wrench, but do
not over tighten.
(Note: Do not remove the carbonic washer).
Screw regulator onto gas cylinder valve. Tighten
with wrench until vertically straight. Be sure that
shut-off valve (black lever) on regulator is in
the OFF (horizontal) position.
Place a screw clamp over end of red air line
and push onto regulator tailpiece. Tighten clamp
with a screwdriver.
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Make sure lever handle on the keg coupler is in
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the UP (untapped) position. Place one brown
leather washer into wing nut end of black beer
line connector hose and thread onto top of keg
coupler. Hand tighten.
REGULATOR
FITTING
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Place clamp on one end of red air line. Push
HAND
VALVE
CO2
end over air valve located inside cabinet.
Tighten clamp with screwdriver. Turn shut-off
valve to OFF (horizontal) position.
PRESSURE
GAUGE
30
20
40
PERLICK
50
60
10
PSI
0
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Place clamp on the other end of red air line and
push over tailpiece on coupler. Tighten clamp
with screwdriver.
CAUTION: Do not use keg coupler as a
handle to lift keg.
CO2
GAS
DRUM
Tapping a Single Valve Keg (Sankey):
FITTING FOR
RED AIR HOSE
REGULATOR
ADJUSTING
SCREW
SHUT-OFF VALVE
(BLACK LEVER IN
CLOSED POSITION)
Step 1
Single Valve Keg Coupler
Adjusting the CO2 Gas Flow
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Turn regulator adjusting screw counterclockwise
until it turns freely.
Step 3
Step 2
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Turn hand valve counterclockwise on CO2
cylinder to the fully open position.
Turn regulator adjusting screw clockwise until
desired pressure is reached (approximately
12-15 lbs.). Tighten stop nut on adjusting screw.
Open shut-off valve on bottom of regulator.
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Be sure beer faucet is in closed position.
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Align keg lugs with lug openings on bottom
of coupler.
Turn clockwise 1⁄4 turn. Pull handle out and
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down. Keg is now tapped.
Open shut-off valve on air divider located inside
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of the cabinet.
Important: Be sure to close this valve
when untapping keg.
Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.
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Installation and Tapping – Beer Dispensers
Proper CO2 Handling
CO2 Leak Test
ALWAYS...
Dilute a small amount of liquid dishwashing soap
and rub the soapy mixture around each connection.
If bubbles appear, tighten connection.
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Connect a regulator (reducing valve) to
CO2 cylinder.
Secure cylinder in upright position whether in
storage or in use.
Keep cylinder away from heat. Rupture disc
vents at 122° F. maximum.
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Replacing CO2 Gas Cylinder
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Turn CO2 hand valve clockwise until seated and
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Ventilate room after high pressure gas leakage.
Check the last DOT test date on cylinder neck
before filling. If more than five years old, the
cylinder must be retested to DOT specifications.
Be sure CO2 cylinder outlet fitting is free of dust
or dirt before attaching regulator.
Store CO2 cylinder and regulator assembly
upright.
Allow only properly trained and experienced
personnel to handle high pressure gas.
close shut-off valve on regulator.
Unscrew regulator from cylinder fitting.
Replace carbonic washer (Part No. 157F2P),
if needed and reattach regulator to filled
cylinder.
Turn CO2 hand valve counterclockwise until
fully open. Turn regulator shut-off valve to
open position.
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Adjust CO2 gas flow as required, turning
clockwise for higher pressure.
NEVER...
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Connect cylinder directly to a keg without a
Failure to heed the warnings on this page
could result in personal injury or death.
regulator (reducing valve).
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Drop or throw regulator or CO2 cylinder.
Transport CO2 cylinder in a closed vehicle.
Apply oil to a regulator.
Shut off CO2 cylinder when not in use. You will
not save gas by doing so!
Beverage systems pressur-
ized with carbon dioxide or
nitrogen must be equipped
with two safety relief
valves; one at the cylinder
regulator and the other in
the gas line upstream on
the product tanks.
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Allow untrained, inexperienced personnel to
handle high pressure gas.
Temperature
At temperatures lower than 30° F., beer will freeze.
When beer freezes, the alcohol in the beer may
separate and cause the beer to be cloudy with an
“off” taste.
One of the most common causes of dispensing
problems is improper temperature. Draft beer
should be stored at a temperature between 32° and
38°. At warmer temperatures, beer will foam.
Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.
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Cleaning the Beer System – Beer Dispensers
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The entire beer system, to include the faucet, flexible
beer line and tapping devices must be cleaned at
regular intervals. We recommend flushing the entire
system with fresh water immediately after a keg has
been emptied. Once each month the system should
be cleaned chemically.
Beer Stone:
All beer contains calcium which is present from
the grains used in the brewing process. it is an
important natural material in draft systems in
that as it oxidizes it coats the internal parts of
the beer lines and equipment. This thin coat of
beer stone helps prevent the beer from picking
up strong metallic or plastic flavors as it flows
through the system. The beer stone will
continue to build if the system is not cleaned
properly or regularly and can cause drawing
problems if it begins to flake off. Beer stone is
present if one can see a brownish color on the
faucet or inner wall of the beer line, or tobacco-
like flakes in the beer.
It is recommended that you purchase Perlick’s
Pump Type Sterilizer, as shown below. It is
equipped with an adapter that attaches directly to
the faucet shank in lieu of the faucet. It is also
available with a slip coupling for those who choose
to clean their faucets in place.
Part Nos.
887P
887PSC
848A33
Description
1⁄2 Gallon sterilizer w/faucet coupling.
1⁄2 Gallon sterilizer w/slip coupling.
33oz Liquid alkaline cleaner.
Cleaning the draft beer system
will help to eliminate the buildup
of the following materials:
IIII Bacteria:
Beer is an excellent food for
bacteria (none of which is
harmful). Proper conditions
may begin the growth of
bacteria in draft beer and on
the beer faucet. By regular
cleaning, we prevent this
bacterial buildup and
maintain the quality of the
draft beer. Greenish or
No. 887P
yellowish colored material on the faucet may
indicate bacterial growth.
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Yeast:
All domestic draft beers contain a small amount
of yeast which remains in the beer from the
fermentation process. When the temperature of
draft beer exceeds 50° a process of secondary
fermentation may take place. The beer faucet
may exhibit a white colored substance (yeast
build up) if not cleaned on a regular basis.
Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.
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Trouble Shooting – Beer Dispensers
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Beer Service Problems
Cloudy Beer:
Beer in glass appears hazy, not clear.
CAUSES:
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Wild Beer:
Dispensed beer has either too much foam or
is all foam.
CAUSES:
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Dirty glass.
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Dirty faucet or beer line.
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Frozen or nearly frozen beer.
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Beer has been dispensed improperly.
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Old beer.
Solution: See pouring instructions
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Beer that has not been refrigerated for a
on page 8.
Regulator pressure is set too high.
long period of time.
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Warm keg temperature.
Beer and CO2 Facts
Solution: Keg must be colder than
40°. Target temperature is between
36° and 38° F.
Cabinet door is opened and closed
frequently and temperature is warmer
than 38° F.
Keg
Size
No. of
Gallons
No. of
Oz.
No. of
Cases
No. of
12Oz.
Servings
Full Keg
Weight
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Quarter
Half
73⁄4
151⁄2
992
1,984
3.445
6.889
105
210
87 lbs.
161 lbs.
Solution: Adjust temperature to between
36° and 38° F.
Kinks, dents or obstructions in the line.
Using oddly shaped glasses. Frosted,
waxed or styrofoam containers may
cause foaming.
Dispenser has been turned off for a
long period of time.
Faucet is bad, dirty or in a worn condition.
Regulator malfunction.
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Beer foam is 25% liquid beer and 75% CO2
gas. Don’t waste it!
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Most people prefer beer stored at 38° F.
Beer lines and faucets require regular cleaning
(see cleaning instructions on page 7).
A fully-charged 4.2 lb. CO2 cylinder will
dispense approximately 51⁄2 to 61⁄2 half barrels.
CO2 gas gives beer its sparkling effervescence.
It also gives beer its creamy head of foam.
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Flat Beer:
Foamy head disappears quickly; beer lacks
brewery fresh flavor.
CAUSES:
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Dirty glassware.
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CO2 pressure is too low, due to leak or
pressure setting.
CO2 is turned off at night.
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Cooler is too cold.
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CO2 leak or defective (sticking)
check valve.
Sluggish CO2 regulator.
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Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.
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Door Switching Instructions – Beer Dispensers
Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.
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Tap Mounting Hole Location – Beer Dispensers
Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.
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Pouring a Perfect Glass of Beer – Beer Dispensers
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STEP 1
Start with a clean glass.
Place the glass at a
45° angle, one inch
below faucet. Do not
let the glass touch the
faucet. Open the faucet
all the way.
STEP 2
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After the glass has
reached half full,
gradually bring the
glass to the upright
position
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STEP 3
Let the remaining beer
run straight down the
middle of the glass.
This ensures proper
release of CO2 by
producing a 3⁄4” to 1”
foam head.
STEP 4
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Close the faucet quickly
and completely.
Form No. Z2259
Rev. 11.22.06
Keg Capacity and Location – Beer Dispensers
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Single-door Unit
Keg
CO2 tank
Capable of holding
either (1) 1/4 barrel
Or (2) 1/6 barrels
Positioned as shown
For holding a ¼ barrel in the first
compartment, the bottom shelf is
always need
Two-door Unit
Second compartment can hold up to
(1) 1/2 barrel, or (1) 1/4 barrel, or (3)
1/6 barrels. Shelving can be provided
in the first compartment if desired
Capable of holding
either (1) 1/4 barrel
Or (2) 1/6 barrels in
the first
compartment
Positioned as shown
Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.
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