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WARNING!
KEEP FROM CHILDREN UNDER 18.
This
device uses a high pressure disposable CO2 filled cylinder labeled
for a Pub Tap. Do not use any other style cylinder. Care must always
be taken when using high pressure equipment. Never point cylinder
towards someone’s face. Stow cool. Do not heat over 140°F
as rupture may occur! Discontinue use of this equipment if leakage
or visible damage is evident. Never disassemble or modify.
Do
not allow water to enter regulator. Allow to thoroughly dry if water
enters regulator unit.
CAUTION:
Cylinder end becomes punctured when turned into regulator base.
Unscrewing cylinder before it is empty can result in loss of high
pressure gas. The amount of gas in the cylinder is pre-measured.
Once cylinder has been punctured, do not remove it from the regulator
unless it is empty as liquid CO2 can spray onto unprotected skin
causing freezing burns.
Exterior
of cylinder may become frozen when in use-this is normal, but do
not touch with bare hands, your fingers could stick to the frozen
surface and cause frostbite. Only use this device upright as the
liquid CO2 in the cylinder will cause the regulator to malfunction.
Report
malfunctioning devices immediately. Lot number on bottom of regulator
near cylinder inlet. Please refer to this number so you can be assisted.
IMPORTANT
CYLINDER DATA
The CO2 filled cylinders are disposable and are not allowed to be
refilled per US CFR 49. Punctured cylinders are considered to be
empty. No residue remains in the cylinder after use. The steel used
is a low carbon type which will turn to rust quickly if disposed
in a landfill. If your community requires recycling then strip off
the label and put with normal household recycling. Please recycle
whenever possible.
As of the date of this publication, the FAA prohibits passengers
from bringing any gas filled cylinder on an airplane. Although our
gas cylinders are in every inflatable life jacket on board, you
will have cylinders confiscated if you attempt to bring them. Plan
ahead and make sure your cylinders are available for your beverage
event. We can help you get them there too.
Carbon Dioxide Gas is the entire contents of the Leland CO2 PicnicTap®
cylinders. It is a non-flammable gas which is used in the beverage
industry to carbonate beverages. Although it is not toxic, it will
cause simple asphyxia if inhaled. We capture CO2 from many sources,
a kind of pre-recycling. Respect must be given to any high pressure
gas cylinder. Promptly dispose of all used gas cylinders. We will
fax you our Material Safety Data Sheet for CO2 any time, just call
on us to assist you.
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UNIT OPERATION
NOTE:
Please refer to the PARTS DIAGRAM below. This will help your understanding
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1)
Turn the REGULATOR KNOB counter clockwise to the off position. The
word OFF must be aligned with the arrow mark on top of the REGULATOR
GAUGE.
IMPORTANT! The REGULATOR KNOB turns the CO2 gas ON and OFF. The pressure
of the gas increases the more you turn the REGULATOR KNOB clockwise.
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2)
Ensure that the LOCKDOWN HANDLE is unlocked and in the up position
so that the COUPLER LATCH is above the RETAINER. The LOCKDOWN HANDLE
is moved by pulling out and then either up or down. Releasing it will
allow the LATCH to engage.
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3)
Attach the COUPLER to the KEG by twisting it on. Usually this requires
a firm motion by grasping the COUPLER and LOCKDOWN HANDLE.
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4)
Secure the TAP to the KEG by pulling out on the LOCKDOWN HANDLE
and pushing down, then release. The LATCH should clearly be below
the RETAINER. If not, make sure the COUPLER is properly and completely
engaged.
WARNING!
Failure to properly secure the TAP to the KEG may result in a sudden
and unpredictable release of pressure energy. Do not attempt to use
an improperly secured device or personal injury may result to you
or persons nearby.
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Pull on the PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE RING for a couple seconds. If the
KEG was shaken in transit or warmed, it may contain excessive pressure
which must be relieved before trying to pour. A hissing noise is expected. |
6)
Remove the BLUE PLUG from the REGULATOR INLET and retain it for cleaning
later. Turn in a new Leland CO2 TapGas® cylinder clockwise firmly.
This action punctures the cylinder and exposes the regulator to the
high pressure CO2 gas.
(Don’t stop turning if you hear a slight gas leak, rather, finish
turning it in all the way to engage the internal seal properly.) |
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Put a glass or pitcher under the FAUCET SPOUT and pull the FAUCET
KNOB forward. Beverage may begin to flow as foam for just a moment.
Make sure the REGULATOR KNOB remains OFF. Usually, the beverage KEG
has some initial pressure, enough to start a pour, albeit foam. Soon,
the beverage will slow and then stop flowing. |
8)
With the FAUCET KNOB pulled forward (on), slowly turn the REGULATOR
KNOB on, clockwise, until the beverage starts to flow again. Do not
continue adding pressure.
Stop turning the REGULATOR KNOB when the pour begins. It doesn’t
take much to “push” the beverage out of the KEG. Adding
too much pressure will foam the beverage and add too much carbonation
to it. So, just set it and forget it!
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9)
When the beverage flow slows or stops, try turning the REGULATOR KNOB
on slowly. If no beverage flow, then the CYLINDER needs to be replaced.
CAUTION!
Removing a punctured CYLINDER from the REGULATOR should be done slowly.
Listen for gas escaping. This is expected when the seal is being broken.
When gas is audible, pressure remains. It is normal to expel some
gas when removing the cylinder.
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10)
Turn the REGULATOR KNOB off and install a new CYLINDER in the REGULATOR
by following 6 - 8 above.
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PARTS
DIAGRAM
WARNING:
High pressure equipment must be repaired by our professionally trained
staff or our designated distributor using parts designated for a Leland
CO2 PicnicTap®. See Care and Maintenance Section.
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