TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

The Pub Tap is engineered for commercial service and works very well in most climates. Beer is sensitive to changing conditions so we have included more points to cover as mush as possible.

FOAM - A result of one or more of the following:

Temperature - The beverage temperature must be between 36°F and 38°F. A little water in the bottom of the keg container is OK, but too much water will act as an insulator. So, if the temperature of the beverage is too warm, you will actually hold that warmth in and you will melt ice very quickly. Drain off the water and remember: The keg has a siphon tube in it so the ice needs to be on the bottom to be effective. To get more ice to the bottom of the keg, use a stick to knock apart ice clusters. If you don’t know the beverage temperature, pour some into a glass and use a thermometer. You cannot taste the difference between 38°F and 41°F.

Over-pressure - The pressure over the liquid beverage is too high. Turn REGULATOR KNOB OFF, counter clockwise. Open the FAUCET and pour the foam off until the flow of foam stops. Remember to bleed off pressure when first trying to tap a keg. Only turn REGULATOR KNOB on a little at a time with the FAUCET open.

Vibration - Kegs are very heavy containers to handle and as a result, care must be taken when moving them. Be prepared to let a shaken keg sit for an hour or two before tapping. Remember to relieve the excess pressure as soon as you lock down the COUPLER. Vibration from vehicles can cause some foaming too.

Flow Rate - Can be increased or reduced by the pressure over the liquid in the keg. Run the risk of foaming with too much pressure.

CYLINDER DOES NOT PUNCTURE - There should be a silver PUNCTURE PIN inside REGULATOR INLET. If it is missing contact us for service immediately. If the PUNCTURE PIN is present then inspection of the cylinder needs to be made.

WARNING: Partially punctured CYLINDERS may be dangerous as a rapid and violent release of gas or liquid CO2 may occur unexpectedly. Never point cylinder towards your face or persons nearby. A partially punctured cylinder will exhibit a dent on the PUNCTURE CAP. Reinsert it into the REGULATOR INLET and turn in completely.

BEVERAGE DOES NOT FLOW - Make sure there is gas in the cylinder, first turn the REGULATOR KNOB on slowly while the FAUCET is open. Stop adjusting the REGULATOR KNOB when the flow begins. Make sure the LOCKDOWN HANDLE is in the down position otherwise gas and beverage will not flow.

GAS LEAKAGE - You can isolate the source of leakage by putting a soapy water solution on the suspected area. If bubbles emerge then you have found the source. If the HOSE is leaking at a fitting, a small hose clamp may be added. If the device is leaking from the REGULATOR stop operation and call us so that we can assist you properly. In most cases we will provide a replacement component.

CAUTION: Do not use if leaking or damaged as personal injury may result.

Please contact us for Replacement Parts.