VB310810 - Beer dispenser SEB - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VB310810 SEB

SAFETY RULES . This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. e Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. -This appliance is only intended for domestic use, within households and at an altitude below 2000 m. elt is not designed to be used in the following cases, which are not covered by the warranty: —In staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and professional environments — On farms —By customers of hotels, motels and other residential environments — In bed-and-breakfast settings. Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. eIf the power cord is damaged, do not use the appliance. The Power cord must necessarily be

replaced by the manufacturer, by its after-sales service or by similarly qualified persons in order ex to avoid all risks. - This appliance can be used by children over 8 years old and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, or lacking experience or knowledge, only if they are properly supervised or if they have received instructions as to how to use of appliance safely and they understand the implicit risks. e Children must not play with the appliance. e Children should not clean or perform maintenance procedures on the appliance unless they are supervised by a responsible adult. + WARNING: When positioning the device, ensure that the power cord is not jammed or damaged. - WARNING: Do not place any power bars or power blocks behind the appliance. e Only connect the machine to a mains voltage supplythat coincideswiththe voltage indicatedon the sign plate of your appliance. The connection to an incorrect supply voltage will invalidate the guarantee and could be dangerous. e In case of inappropriate use or failure to follow the instructions, the manufacturer guarantee is

declared void. Use only «Beer Tender Compatible» barrels. e Always use the machine on a flat, stable, heat- resistant surface which is protected from other heat sources or water splashes. + WARNING: Keep the ventilator grill located behind the machine clean and dust it regularly using a vacuum cleaner. < To protect individuals against fire, electric shock and personal injury, refrain from immersing the mains cable, the appliance's plug or the appliance in water or other liquids. Never unplug the appliance with wet hands, In case of an emergency, unplug the the appliance immediately. + Do not use the appliance without its draining tray and grill. + After use, empty and clean the draining tray every day. + Unplug the machine from the mains whenever you are not using it. + Unplug the machine from the mains before cleaning. The machine may be cleaned using a damp cloth, but not using a sponge saturated with water, and do not sodk it in a liquid. Never use detergents to clean the machine. Clean the machine using only soft sponges and brushes. ein case of a prolonged period without use (vacations, storage, etc.), unplug, empty and clean the machine. + Any functioning, cleaning or maintenance which is outside the limits of normal use should be reserved to the staff at the local authorized service centres, Do not disassemble the appliance or place any objects in any of its openings. + The use of accessories not recommended by the manufacturer + could cause ires, electric shocks or wounds. + Do not let the power cord hang from the edge of a table or work top, nor come into contact with hot surfaces or sharp edges. + Do not let the electric cord hang (to avoid the risk of stumbling). + Never touch the cord with wet hands. + Do not place the machine on a gas or electric stove, nor near such heat sources, nor inside a hot oven.

- Before unplugging the appliance, make sure the ON/OFF button is set to OFF, then remove the plug from the outlet. Do not unplug the machine by pulling on the cord. ÉEN «In case you need to use the machine with an extension cord, respect the corresponding load recommendations for the extention. + If the wall outlet does not correspond to the machine plug, have the plug replaced by the after-sales service or by similarly qualified persons in order to avoid all risks. <The wrapping is made up of recyclable materials. Contact the local authorities for more information on recycling programs. Your machine contains materials that can be recovered or recycled. + IMPORTANT: Always leave the beer engine on if you have a barrel inside the machine. Y Never place powered components in contact with water. There is a danger that H this may cause a short circuit. Intended use < This appliance has been manufactured exclusively for dispensing beer in a domestic setting. + Only original Beertender® Kegs mentioning “Compatible Beertender®” can be used with the appliance; you should not use any other commercially available beer containers. -Before using a keg, check the “best before end” date shown at the bottom of the keg. Do not insert or use Beertender® Kegs after the date shown. + You should not use the appliance for purposes or with containers other than those specified above. + You should not introduce any materials other than Beertender® Kegs inside the appliance. + You should not make technical changes or use the appliance in any manner other than as directed! + The appliance should be used solely by adults in full possession of their mental and physical capacities.

GENERAL INFORMATION -The Beertender® is designed to dispense cool beer from a special container (Beertender® Keg) fitted inside the appliance itself. + This machine was intended for household use and is contraindicated for professional continuous operation. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply. Y Warning: The manufacturer will accept no liability for damage *_ caused as a result of: —Improper use and use for purposes other than those envisaged: —Repairs not performed at authorised service centres; —Tampering with the power cord: —Tampering with any Beertender® appliance component: — Use of spare parts and accessories other than those supplied by the manufacturer: — Attempts to access internal parts of the appliance. The guarantee will be invalidated in such cases. Guidelines for reading these instructions V7 The warning indicates instructions that are important for the “7 user's safety. «Strictly follow these instructions to avoid any usage errors and serious injuries. js smbonighions information that is especially important for getting the best out of the machine. Using these operating instructions - Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and make them available to any other person who uses the appliance. ‘ depending on model

*1f you have any problems or queries please contact our Customer Relations Team first for help and advice. (see details at the end of this manual) Technical specifications Rated voltage See plate on bottom of appliance Rated power See plate on bottom of appliance Power supply See plate on bottom of appliance Insulation class il Cooling class SN Casing material Thermoplastic Size (w x h x d) (mm) V831/ VB32 : 273 x 453 x 505 Weight 5:5 kg. (5.3 kg. without drip tray) Cord length dim Beer container Beertender® Keg Control panel Top Operating conditions With 80% RH. min 12°C max 30°C The manufacturer reserves the right to make constructive and engineering changes as warranted by technological advances. Appliance complying with European Directive 89/336/EEC (Legislative Decree 476 of 04/12/92) concerning electromagnetic compatibility. Machine Components Beertender® .… Beertender® dispensing system Cooling chamber . Lid Lid opening handle … LED control panel … Upper part of the dispensing head … Dispensing spout NOUEWNR =

4, Tube ‘ depending on model CAUTIONARY NOTES Using the Beertender® system

j72,.0btain draft beer of optimal quality you should keep to basic factors in mind, the temperature of the beer and hygienic conditions.

1. Pre-chill the beer keg to prevent excess foam. Always use a

chilled keg, If you fail to chill the keg sufficiently too much foam will be produced when you start to pour your beer.

2. Always clean the appliance after use. Beer is a natural product

that can spoil. Therefore, you should always keep the appliance clean to maintain the quality of the beer dispensed and prevent unpleasant odours (see “Cleaning”). The dispensing spout should be cleaned before a new keg is installed and the drip tray and grate should be emptied after every use - fig.3. You should also follow these other rules when using the Beertender® system: Do not cool the Beertender® keg in the freezer: the Beertender® keg may explode. Moreover, freezing diminishes the quality of the beer - fig. 29. Use your Beertender® in a place where the temperature is between 12€ and 30°C. At colder temperatures the appliance cooling system could be damaged, whereas at warmer temperatures the system will not be able to reach the ideal beer dispensing temperature. Store the beer keg at room temperature - fig. 4.

Warning! To avoid overheating, keep the Beertender® Keg out of *_ direct sunlight - fig. 30.

3. Always hold the appliance by the bottom edge when lifting it - fig. 5.

Y Warning! Do not use the handle or power cord to lift the Beertender® = -fig.31. Using the Keg + Make sure that you chill the keg before using it. If you fail to chill the keg sufficiently too much foam will be produced when you start to pour beer. + Please also be aware that the first glass that you pour from every new keg will contain mostly foam. Draught beer in a bar behaves in exactly the same way! The Beertender® Keg “Compatible Beertender®” features a patented system for storing and dispensing beer. It guarantees beer of higher, long-lasting quality and a Beertender® system that is very easy and pleasant to use. IMPORTANT: before installing a keg inside the appliance, checkthe = _ “best before end” date shown at the bottom of the keg. This date is areliable indication if the keg has been stored at room temperature. < The use of kegs “Compatible Beertender®” in the Beertender® system necessitate the use of beer tubes - fig.7. À bag of tubes is delivered with the Beertender® appliance. To receive additional tubes, contact our after-sales service or the La Bière Pression website. (See details at the end of this manual). ®)! Warning: contents under pressure. Do not shake or drop. Do # not expose to sunlight or temperatures above 30°C. Even when the keg is empty, do not force it open and do not expose to flame or fire.

V7 For your oun and others’ safety, please keep meticulously to “7 the “Safety rules”. Cooling the Beertender® Keg - Beertender® kegs must be chilled before use. + Using a Beertender® keg that is too warm will result in too much foam. + There are two ways to chill the Beertender® Keg:

1. inside the Beertender® (see “Using the Beertender®”). It will take

about 15 hours to cool the keg down to 4°C if the Beertender® Keg and the appliance are stabilized at a room temperature of 20°C.

2. in a refrigerator. This will take about 12 hours depending on the

cooling capacity of your refrigerator. ji we recommend that you ahways keep an extra Beertender” Keg in the refrigerator. That way you will always have a chilled keg available. We also recommend that you switch the appliance on at least one hour before intended use to get full benefit from the pre-cooling of the keg. Warning! Do not attempt to chill the keg in a freezer. The kegs are %_ atrisk of exploding ifthey are frozen. Moreover, freezing diminishes the quality of the beer - fig. 29. Installing the Beertender® appliance + The original packing is designed and made to protect the appliance. It is recommended that you keep it for future transport. + Remove the Beertender® appliance from the packaging and place it on a dry, clean, level, stable surface that is sufficiently large to accommodate it. + Remove all packaging, stickers or various accessories both inside and outside the product. The temperature of the room must be between 12°C and 30°C. At temperatures above 30°C, the system will not be able to sufficiently cool the beer. - fig. 4.

+ Set the drip tray and grate in place at the front of the appliance. Make sure the drip tray is properly fitted and positioned. + Do not install the appliance near sources of heat or in places exposed (M to direct sunlight. Note: keep in mind that during use the drip tray wall have Lo be emptied and rinsed regularly. When the Beertender® system is not in use, you can remove the drip tray and place it elsewhere to save space. Note: The drip tray must be positioned on a level surface and must % not jut out from the surface it is resting on. - After installing the Beertender® appliance you must clean the dispensing spout: this is the only part of the appliance that will come into contact with the beer - fig. 8. .It is essential that you wash the dispensing spout before using the appliance for the first time and at least every time a new keg is connected inside the Beertender® system. The nozzle is dishwasher-safe - fig. 9. + To clean the spout, remove it from its housing by turning it clockwise. After washing the spout, screw it back into place - fig. 8. Connecting to the power supply J Secticiy can be dangerous! Therefore you. must always scrupulously abide by the safety rules. + The appliance must be plugged into a suitable, properly installed electric socket. < The voltage of the appliance has been set in the factory. Check that the mains voltage matches the voltage indicated on the rating plate on the rear of the appliance. + Make sure the main switch on the rear of the machine is set to “0” before connecting the Beertender® to the mains. Insert the plug into a socket with the correct voltage and turn on the appliance by moving the main switch to “T"- fig. 10. The appliance will immediately start cooling the inner chamber as soon as the main switch is set to “T”.

Inserting a Beertender® Keg Note: the Beertender® may only be used with Beertender® Kegs “Compatible Beertender®” containing beer sold by the Heineken group. < The appliance can only be used if it contains a Beertender® Keg and only if the main switch is set to “l”. - The LED on the left side of the control panel, when illuminated, tells you that the appliance is switched on. + You can open the appliance by pressing the handle on top of the lid. When the handle is released, you can lift the lid up - fig. 11-12. Note: do not force the lid beyond the set opening position as this could damage it. + When the lid is completely open, insert a Beertender® Keg as shown in the figure - fig. 13. + Remove the upper part of the dispensing head (6) by lifting it upwards as indicated in the illustration - fig. 14. Note: this cover can be removed for cleaning. + Install the Beertender® keg tap. Note: Do not try to actuate the tap of the Beertender® Keg by hand. + Position the beer tube as shown on drawing - fig. 15. - Return the upper part of the dispensing head in its initial position. Note: The upper part of the dispensing head cannot be repositioned fig. 16) if the Beertender® keg tap has not been properly set up. + Ensure that the upper part of the dispensing head is positioned in the beer pump mechanism before closing the lid. + Ensure that the positioning of the upper part of the dispensing head conforms to the one in the illustration so as not to damage the beer pipe - fig. 16. - Gently close the appliance lid again until it lock - fig. 17. Control panel + Two LEDs on the top of the lid provide important indications: + Green ON LED on the left of the panel: when lit, it indicates that the appliance is operating - fig. 18.

Green beer-temperature LED on the right side of the panel: when the Beertender® Keg has reached the ideal temperature the LED switches on and the appliance goes into “stand-by” cooling mode - fig. 19. ÉEN Sound emitted by the Beertender® appliance + The cooling function of the Beertender® produces sound. The Beertender® features a cooling system which controls the temperature of the Beertender® Keg, There are two cooling modes:

1. stand-by cooling corresponds to the main operating conditions. In

this mode the cooling fan produces a barely audible noise:

2. active cooling is triggered when temperature inside the cooling

chamberistoo high. Once the beerkegreaches the target temperature, the beer pump shifts into standby cooling mode. DISPENSING BEER Note: always check the “best before end” date shown on the bottom of the Beertender® Keg. Do not use the Beertender® Keg beyond this date. Note: the beer must be dispensed into suitable containers; the dispensing function is started and stopped manually by the user. Step 1- Preparing a glass + To pour a perfect glass of beer, it is essential to use a clean, fresh glass. Rinse the glass in cold water before dispensing beer (the colder the glass the better) - fig. 20. Tip: we recommend that you use your beer glasses for drinking beer alone. Some beverages, like milk, leave a small residue in the glass which will reduce the head on your beer. Step 2 - Dispensing beer re Lock at the control panel to check that the beer has reached the right drinking temperature. + Position a glass beneath the tap, holding it at an angle of 45 degrees (see picture) - fig. 21.

+ Firmly and quickly pull the handle down as far as it will go. Let the beer run into the glass. + Avoid contact between the dispensing spout, the glass and the beer already in the glass. This could cause excessive foaming. Note: every time you instal a new keg in the Beertender”, the fist glass of beer will fill up with too much foam. When this occurs, allow the glass to stand on the drip tray. As soon as the foam has settled, continue filling the glass. Note: too much foam will also be generated if the tap handle is opened just slightly or slowly; several beers can be dispensed in sequence when the tap handle is open. The beer will flow out more slowly after the first glass has been filled. Step 3 - Beer in the glass «Place the glass of beer on the drip tray and wait for the foam to settle - fig. 22. Step 4 - The quality of a glass of beer + An excellent draft beer has the following characteristics:

1. a head of about 3 cms:

2. a head evenly distributed around the wall of the glass that adheres to

the surface of the beer;

3. The beer must be clear with bubbles.

4. a temperature of 4°C to 6°C (in the glass).

jets: to prevent excessive foam from forming, always use a pre- chilled Beertender® Keg and a clean glass rinsed in cold water. + In addition to routine cleaning, the Beertender® should be cleaned after daily use and when you install a new Beertender® Keg. - Keep the ventilator grill located behind the machine clean and dust it regularly using a vacuum cleaner.

Cleaning after daily use < The drip tray and grate should be cleaned after every use. Remove the grate before emptying out the drip tray. The grate must be set back in EN place during normal use of the Beertender® - fig. 23. vote: You can wash the drip tray with warm water and a mild detergent. Y Note: Never use aggressive cleaning agents such as vinegar, acids, = solvents or petrol. Cleaning after installation of a new Beertender® Keg + When you install a new Beertender® Keg you must clean the dispensing spout. The spout is the only part of the appliance that comes into contact with the beer - fig. 24. It is essential to wash the tap nozzle using hot water. Note: the dispensing spout comprises plastic and metal parts that are permanently joined together and do not pose any problems of hygiene. Do not attempt to separate these parts. + The beer dispensing mechanism must be cleaned using a damp cloth and a mild detergent - fig. 25. Note: the upper part of the dispensing head may be washed with water if it is then properly dried - fig. 26. Note: Do not try to clean the mechanism using hard and/or sharp # objects, since doing so would risk damaging the machine. Routine cleaning Clean the appliance cooling chamber on a regular basis using a damp cloth and mild detergent - fig. 27. Note: Do not fill the cooling chamber with water as this may # result in permanent damage. Never use aggressive agents such as vinegar, acids, solvents or petrol. + The upper part of the cooling head must be removed. Wash the cooling head with hot water and a gentle detergent.

Note: Do not wash the upper part of the dispensing head in a *_ dishwasher, as doing so could damage it and eliminate its shine. CHILDREN'S SAFETY + To prevent children from using it, the tap's handle may be removed. + To remove the handle, make sure it is in an upright position and pull it upwards - fig. 28. LEGAL INFORMATION «These operating instructions contain the necessary information for the proper use and upkeep of the appliance. - Itis essential to read this information and comply with these instructions in order to use and maintain the appliance in complete safety. + Please note, moreover, that the contents of these operating instructions do not form part of a previous or already existing legal agreement or contract, hence they do not affect the terms of the latter. The manufacturer's obligations are based solely on the contract of sale, which also contains complete an exclusive terms pertaining to the warranty service provided. < The warranty conditions as set forth in the contract are neither limited nor extended on the basis of the explanations herein. These operating instructions contain information protected by copyright. -They may not be photocopied or translated into another language without the manufacturer's prior written consent.

eThis marking indicates that this product should not be (] Æ disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. == To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling. *Appliances that are no longer used should be rendered unusable. + Unplug the appliance and cut the power cable. + Appliances no longer in use must be taken to a suitable waste collection facility so that the special components contained in the appliance may be duly disposed of. <The “TEM - Module” (or Peltier's cell) must be disposed of in accordance with the regulations currently in force in the user's country.

Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Remedies The appliance does not The appliance is not Connect the appliance to come on. connected to the mains the power supply. power supply. The upper part of the The Beertender® Kegtap | Put the Beertender® Keg tap dispensing head is not has been activated by hand. | back in its original position. FESSES The Beertender® Keg tap Remove the Beertender® or tube is not inserted Keg tap from the appliance correctiy. and fit it again following section: Using the Beertender”. No beer is being dispensed. | The Beertender® Keg is Replace the Beertender® empty. Keg with a new one. Thereis no keginsidethe | Install a keg inside the Beertender® appliance. Beertender® appliance. The Beertender appliance | Instal/position the tap tap hand is not correctly | cover correctiy. installed/positioned You cannot close the upper | The upper part of the Properly position the upper part of the dispensing head. | dispensing head was part of the dispensing head. improperiy positioned

Troubleshooting The Beertender? appliance | The Beertender” Keg has | Allowthe Beertender produces too much foam | not reached the right Keg to cool to the right EN when dispensing beer (see | dispensing temperature. temperature. You can also section: Dispensing rely on the temperature beer). indicator on the control panel of your Beertender® appliance. The Beertender” Keg has | Wait 4 hours before been shaken dispensing beer. The tap handle is being Firmly and quickly pull the moved to slowiy. handle down and fonward as far as it will go. The glass is not clean or was | Use a clean glass that was not rinsed in cold water. previously rinsed in cold water. The dispensing nozzle is Clean the dispensing nozzle. dirty. Beer flows out too slowiy. | The tap handle is not open | Open the tap completely. allthe way. The Beertender® appliance | The Beertender? Keg Allow the Beertender® Keg is dispensing warm beer. | has not been chilled for o cool long enough in the long enough and is thus appliance. not at the right serving temperature. The temperature indicator | The Beertender” appliance | Use the appliance indoors on the control panel lights | is exposed to too hot a and move it to a room up. temperature or direct where the ambient sunlight (see also section: | temperature does not Cooling the keg and exceed 30€ Installing the Beertender®) The appliance heatsthe | The Beertender” has a Unplug the appliance and beerinstead of coolingit | cooling issue bring it to the after-sales center If you have any problems or queries please contact our Customer Relations Team first for expert help and advice. (Refer to the list of service contacts included in the guarantee leaflet enclosed with the product.)