Form No. Z2268
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Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.
Installation and Tapping – Single Keg Beer Dispensers
CO2 Leak Test
Dilute a small amount of liquid dishwashing soap
and rub the soapy mixture around each connection.
If bubbles appear, tighten connection.
Replacing CO2 Gas Cylinder
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Turn CO2
hand valve clockwise until seated and
close shut-off valve on regulator.
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Unscrew regulator from cylinder fitting.
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Replace carbonic washer (Part No. 157F2P),
if needed and reattach regulator to filled
cylinder.
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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.
Proper CO2 Handling
ALWAYS...
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Connect a regulator (reducing valve) to
CO
2 cylinder.
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Secure cylinder in upright position whether in
storage or in use.
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Keep cylinder away from heat. Rupture disc
vents at 122° F. maximum.
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Ventilate room after high pressure gas leakage.
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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.
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Be sure CO2 cylinder outlet fitting is free of dust
or dirt before attaching regulator.
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Store CO2 cylinder and regulator assembly
upright.
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Allow only properly trained and experienced
personnel to handle high pressure gas.
NEVER...
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Connect cylinder directly to a keg without a
regulator (reducing valve).
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Drop or throw regulator or CO2 cylinder.
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Transport CO
2 cylinder in a closed vehicle.
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Apply oil to a regulator.
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Shut off CO2 cylinder when not in use. You will
not save gas by doing so!
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Allow untrained, inexperienced personnel to
handle high pressure gas.
Failure to heed this warning could result in
personal injury or death.
