CARE & MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE APPLIANCE
Ensure the appliance is unplugged before cleaning.
• To clean the inside of the appliance, use a soft
cloth and a solution of a tablespoon of baking
soda to one quart of water or a mild soap
solution or some mild detergent.
• Clean the outside with a soft, damp cloth and
some mild detergent.
• It is important to keep the area clean where the
door seals against the cabinet. Clean this area
with a soapy cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth and
let dry.
Note: Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or
alcohol on the appliance. Ammonia or alcohol can
damage the appearance of the appliance. Never
use any commercial or abrasive cleaners or sharp
objects on any part of the appliance.
CLEANING THE BEER LINE AND FAUCET
Beer lines should be periodically cleaned to remove
crystallized sugar build up which forms, commonly
referred to as "beerstore". If the "beerstore" is not
completely removed it will leave an unsanitary
surface that can harbor microorganisms which
will cause an undesirable fl avor or cause the beer
to go fl at. Suffi cient "beerstore" will also lead to
dispensing problems ranging from 'wild' beer
(too much foam) to fl at beer, regardless of the
carbonation levels or age of the beer in the keg.
The beer line should be cleaned approximately
once every three weeks or every other keg, which
ever comes fi rst. The faucet should be cleaned on a
weekly basis or prior to every use if not used on a
regular basis.
To clean the beer line and faucet, take them apart
and allow them to soak in hot water for at least ten
minutes. Rinse thoroughly and allow them to dry
before reassembling the appliance. Do not use soap
in the beer line or faucet as this can affect the beer
fl avor.
Note: If the faucet handle is diffi cult to move, this is
usually indicative that it requires cleaning. Do not
apply force to move the handle in this situation as
this can lead to damaging the handle or faucet and
will not be covered by the warranty.
ERROR CODES
If the "HI", "LO" or "CL" error codes appear on
the display for more than 5 minutes, a power reset
may rectify the issue. Unplug the appliance, wait 5
minutes and then plug the unit back in. If the error
code persists after a power reset, contact consumer
care or an authorized service agent.
DEFROST
This unit is equipped with an automatic defrost
function and does not require manual defrosting.
Defrost water from the appliance is channeled into
a drip tray located above the compressor. Heat
transfer from the compressor causes the defrost
water to evaporate.
VACATION
• Short vacations: Leave the appliance operating
during vacations of less than three weeks.
• Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used
for several months, remove all items and turn
off the appliance. Clean and dry the interior
thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth,
leave the door open slightly, blocking it open if
necessary.
MOVING
• Remove all contents.
• Turn the leveling foot up to avoid damage.
• Tape the door shut.
• Be sure the appliance stays in the upright
position during transportation. Protect the
outside of the appliance with a blanket.
• If the appliance is placed on its back or side
during transportation, upon reaching the
destination, allow it to remain upright for 6
hours before plugging in to avoid damage to the
internal components.
DISPOSAL
This appliance may not be treated as regular
household waste, it should be taken to the
appropriate waste collection point for recycling
of electrical components. For information on local
waste collection points, contact your local waste
removal agency or government offi ce.
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