Beerkules - Beer dispenser Klarstein - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Domestic Beer Dispenser
Brand	Klarstein
Model	Beerkules
Power Supply	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Keg Capacity	5 liters
Refrigeration Temperature Range	2 to 12 °C
Cooling Time	Approx. 4 hours (at room temperature 22-24 °C)
Noise Level	≤ 60 dB(A)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	27.2 x 47 x 48 cm
Pressure System	CO₂ Cartridge (16 g)
Memory Shutdown Function	Yes
Temperature Indicator	Yes
Drip Tray	Yes
Lid with Lock	Yes
CO₂ Pressure Regulator	Yes
Tap Handle	Yes
Maintenance	Clean with hot water and included cleaning kit
Safety	Do not immerse in water, do not use with wet hands
Spare Parts	O-ring, piercing tip, beer line, keg cap, adapter, CO₂ cartridge, cleaning bulb
Usage	Universal 5-liter kegs or kegs with integrated pressure cartridge
CO₂ Compatibility	Food-grade CO₂ cartridges recommended

Frequently Asked Questions - Beerkules Klarstein

How to install a new beer keg?

Set the pressure regulator to « - », open the lid and remove the empty keg. Pierce the new keg with the piercing bolt, place it in the cooling reservoir, connect the gas and beer hoses, then close the lid and turn the regulator to « + ».

Why does my beer foam too much?

This may be due to incorrect pouring method, beer too warm (ideal 3-5 °C), keg shaken before use, too high pressure, or nearly empty keg. Tilt the glass and open the tap fully to reduce foam.

How to replace the CO₂ cartridge?

Close the pressure regulator to « - », open the lid and loosen the cartridge holder. Remove the empty cartridge, screw on a new cartridge until you hear a click, then put the cartridge holder back in the lid and close it. Reset the regulator to « + ».

How to clean the tap and lines?

Use the included cleaning kit. Fill the cleaning bulb with hot water, connect it to the piercing bolt, then open the tap to rinse the beer line. Repeat until the water runs clear. Do not put parts in the dishwasher.

What to do if the beer does not flow?

Check that the beer and CO₂ hoses are properly connected, the keg is not empty, the CO₂ cartridge is full, and the pressure regulator is set to « + ». Replace the cartridge if necessary.

How to adjust the temperature?

Use the « + » and « - » buttons on the control panel to set the temperature between 2 and 12 °C. The display shows the current reservoir temperature. Hold the « - » button to view presets (2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 °C).

Can I use kegs with integrated pressure cartridge?

Yes, these kegs are already pressurized and do not require a regulator or external CO₂ cartridge. Use the included adapter and follow the instructions on the keg. The regulator on the lid has no function in this case.

How to replace the piercing tip?

Remove the O-ring with a thin metal rod, then remove the piercing tip. Install a new tip (pointed end outward) and replace the O-ring. Only use an empty cartridge to press on the joint to avoid injury risk.

What types of kegs are compatible?

Use only universal 5-liter kegs and 5-liter kegs with integrated pressure cartridge. Ensure the keg cap is compatible (numbers 20, 21, 22, 23 or 24).

What to do if the CO₂ escapes too quickly when inserting a new cartridge?

Check that the pressure regulator is in the « - » position before inserting the cartridge. If the problem persists, the O-ring or piercing tip may be damaged; replace them according to the manual.

USER MANUAL Beerkules Klarstein

Berlin Brands Group UK Limited

PO Box 42

272 Kensington High Street

London, W8 6ND

United Kingdom

TECHNISCHE DATEN

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CONTENT

Technical data 28

Safety instructions 29

Device overview 30

Installation 31

Commissioning and operation 34

Cleaning and care 43

Troubleshooting 47

Hints on Disposal 48

MANUFACTURER & IMPORTER (UK)

Manufacturer:

Chal-Tec GmbH, Wallstrasse 16, 10179 Berlin, Germany.

Importer for Great Britain:

Berlin Brands Group UK Limited

PO Box 42

272 Kensington High Street

London, W8 6ND

United Kingdom

TECHNICAL DATA

Item number 10033689, 10046338
Power supply 220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Volume 5 litre keg
Cooling performance 2-12 °C
Noise level ≤ 60 dB(A), (ambient noise ≤ 25 dB(A))
Dimensions (W x H x D) 27.2 x 47 x 48 cm

This is a household beer cooler, equipped with a CO_2 cartridge pressure system to keep the beer fresh. The dispenser cools the beer from room temperature to the ideal drinking temperature of 7 - 8^ within approx. 4 hours.

The beer cooler will keep the 5 l keg cool for an almost indefinite period. Please note that the appliance displays the temperature inside the cooling tank. The beer temperature may differ.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Before use it, check whether the power cord is well connected or not. If not, please don't use it, and contact costumer service.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Before use it, check whether the plug conform with the socket or not. If not, please don't use it, and contact costumer service.
• Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug when your hands are wet.
• Place the beer cooler on a dry and horizontal surface.
• To ensure proper ventilation for the beer cooler, make sure the beer cooler is at least 12cm (5 inch) away on either side so as to allow correct ventilation on the appliance.
• Never put the beer cooler under the sunlight.
• Never cover the beer cooler when it is operating by some other object.
• The beer cooler must be installed in an area protected from the elements, such wind, rain, water spray or drips.
• Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operation, make sure the power line of the unit is disconnected. Failure to do so can result in electric shock or death.
• Do not immerse the beer cooler or power plug in the water or other liquid.
• Do not use coarse cloth, abrasive stuff to clear the beer cooler
• Do not take beer keg out from the beer cooler if the beer is not drunk out completely.
• Do not take the CO 2 cartridge off before the inside CO2 use out.t
• Do not use the CO _2 cartridge if the room temperature is over 49^ / 120^ . Failure to do so can result in explosion or death.
• Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl inside the beer cooler.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Warning: Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments; catering and similar non-retail applications.

1 Lid
2 CO 2 cartridge sheath
3 Tap handle
4 Tap
5 Fill level display
6 Temperature display
7 Control buttons
8 Drip tray
9 Lid lock
10 CO _2 pressure regulator
11 Power cord and plug
12 AC power switch

INSTALLATION

Setting up

1. Take out the beer cooler from its package. Place the beer cooler on a steady and horizontal surface, and make sure the beer cooler is at least 12cm (5 inch) away from other appliances or wall on each side so as to allow correct ventilation on the appliances to get better performance.

Figure 1 Figure 2

1. Install the tap handle connect the tap, make sure both end fit together perfectly (see figure 1).
2. Set the water drip tray into the notch provided (see figure 2).
3. Plug in the beer cooler.

CAUTION

Risk of electric shock! Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug when your hands are wet. Before use it, make sure the voltage is conformity with plug mark, and check whether the power cord is well connected or not. If not, please don't use it, and contact costumer service.

1. Cooling cavity of beer cooler cannot put into water (as shown in figure 3). Use dry clothes to clean the water in-and-out cavity surface (as shown in figure 4). Make sure that there is nothing in the cooling cavity, or it will effect the weight sensor.

Figure 3 Figure 4

How to select a keg

• Sealed 5 L universal keg and 5 L keg with integrated pressure cartridge only.
• Pay close attention to safety and storage messages about the 5 L keq.
• Check 5 L keg is neither damaged nor beer out-of-date before purchasing.
• Protect the top surface from being damaged. Otherwise it could be difficult of accession for the suction tube.
• Never shake the keg before use.
• Never put the beer keg under the sunlight.

Beer keg sealant

All 5 litre beer keg with the below various appearance sealants can apply to the beer cooler, however, you should follow the information as below.

The sealants with code No. 20 and 21 can be pierced simply by the cooler piercing pin.

The sealants with code No. 22 need to be removed off the marking ring from the sealant and pierce the keg by cooler piercing pin.

The difference between code No. 23 and 24 is the safety clasp quantity. Pull up the safety clasp carefully, turn around and take it out from the keg; replaced it by the sealant (like code No. 20 sealant) provided in the beer cooler, attach it to the beer keg, and pierce it by cooler piercing pin.

Note: Before replacing the sealants or piercing the cooler kit, you must always follow the instructions marked on the keg to eliminate the excess gas and ensure that the keg has rested long enough to avoid foam coming out through the cooler piercing pin /tap faucet. And it is no need to release the gas and replace the seal rubber if you use a keg with an integrated pressure cartridge. Because it has its own CO2 pressure inside, there is no need to provide it from an outer CO2 pressure system.

COMMISSIONING AND OPERATION

Universal 5 L beer keg

1. Before piercing the plug on the top of the keg, you must always follow the instructions marked on the keg to eliminate the excess gas and ensure that the keg has rested long enough to avoid foam coming out through the tap faucet.

2. Uprightly direct the piercing pin against the sealant on the upper center of the keg (maybe you need to tear off the marking ring or change a proper sealant), press the piercing pin/keg lifter to poke the sealant and then push the piercing pin all immerse in the keg quickly. To assemble the tap mechanism until you hear a "Ka" sound that will indicate the tap mechanism fixes on the beer keg (shown as figure 5).

Figure 5

Figure 6 Figure 7

1. Release the lock, open the lid of the dispenser and place the well-assembled keg into the cooling cavity. Connect the CO_2 connector tube and beer outlet tube with the keg lifter tube connector.

Note: Make sure all connection of tap mechanism is well connected, and without damage. And make sure tap valve is on close status, and the CO_2 pressure regulator knob is at "Off" status.

Figure 8 Figure 9

1. Make sure that the pressure regulator on the lid is in the " - " position. Rotate the cartridge holder outwardly from the upper cover assembly by an appropriate angle, not exceeding a maximum angle of 90 degrees (see figure 10). Then unscrew the cylinder sleeve and install a CO2 cartridge (with 3 CO2 cartridge attached) into the gas bottle (see figure 11), and then carefully tighten the cartridge quickly (clockwise tight, counterclockwise is loose) (figure 12), until you hear a "click" sound, indicating that the cartridge seal has been pierced and the CO_2 gas can flow into the keg freely. The pressure relief regulator assembly is then rotated upwards and snapped into the upper lid assembly. If the cartridge is replaced, follow the reverse procedure (make sure the gas is used up when changing the gas bottle).

Figure 10 Figure 11

Figure 12

Note for the controller on the lid:

• Turn off the CO₂ knob when cooling the beer.
• Turn off the CO₂ knob when the beer flow is paused.
• Turn off the CO _2 knob when changing the CO _2 cartridge.

• When the beer can not be tapped out (there is still beer in keg), or beer foams are not enough, turn the knob to "+" position for 5 seconds, then turn off it again.

• Close the lid of the beer cooler. When pouring out the beer, the turn the knob on the lid to "+" position to release the CO2 , and turn it to "-" position when pause or stop pouring beer to close the CO2 . Please refer to the notice label on the lid.

• Turn on the power switch to "I" position to power on the beer cooler (while "0" position is to power off it) (see figure 13).

CAUTION

Risk of electric shock! Please make sure your hands are dry when you operate the beer cooler, to avoid electric shock.

Figure 13

1. It will take about 4 hours to cool the beer to 2 - 12^ at 22 - 24^ ambient temperature. And it can keep the temperature as set. If the ambient temperature is too high, you can pre-cool the beer cooler or wait a little bit longer until the beer has cooled down.

8. Temperature adjustment function:

• The boot temperature is the previous setting temperature.
• Through the control panel "+" button or "-" button, you can adjust the cooling temperature, each press "+" button once the temperature increases by one degree, each press "-" button once the temperature drops one degree at a time.
• The display shows the actual temperature in the cooling tank. The beer temperature may differ.
• Press any button to display the set temperature, return to the actual temperature after 3 seconds.
• Long press the "-" button to cycle through 6 preset temperatures 2^ , 4^ , 6^ , 8^ , 10^ , 12^ .
• Beer cooler temperature adjustable between 2 - 12^
• Press any button to see the set temperature before power off (factory setting is 2^ ) (see figure 14).

Figure 14

1. Turn the knob to "+" and now you can use the tap to press the beer out (pull the handle forward to press out the beer as shown in figure 8).

Note: Clean the glass before pouring beer out. If the beer or beer cup/glass is in high temperature or the beer is not cool enough, there are many bubbles when pouring beer out.

1. When taping the beer, lean your beer glass against the pouring spout and slowly straighten it up with the beer rising, then open the tap mechanism completely to avoid much bubble. It is advisable to pour half-glass, make a short pause before continuing the rest.

Note: Never immerse the pouring spout into the beer glass to avoid much bubble. Remember to lock the tap after finishing pouring.

1. It is normal to have more bubbles when pouring the first 3 cup of beer.
2. There will be a sharp and high-speed jet when pouring the last cup of beer from keg. Please adjust the CO2 pressure regulation knob to " - " position to close the CO2 supplying and save the CO_2 .

Kegs with integrated pressure cartridge

These kegs are pre-charged with CO2 , and do not require the use of regulator, no need to install the CO2 cartridge. And the knob on the lid does not work.

Figure 15

1. Remove the adapter that comes with the barrel and then recycle the adapter according to the relevant regulations of the environmental protection law (see figure 16).
2. Follow the instructions on the beer keg to install the adapter (the nozzle) (see figure 17 and 18) supplied with the appliance. Connect the adapter to the tap connection. The beer connection is now connected (see figure 19).

Figure 16 Figure 17

Note: Please take out the adaptor with collect ways. Press it according the arrow indication, or will damage the fastener.

Figure 18 Figure 19

3. Close the lid. Follow steps 6-8 and 10-12 of the "Universal 5 L beer keg" section.

Change a new beer keg (5 liter universal keg)

When the beer in the keg runs out, before changing a new beer keg.

1. Adjust the CO 2 pressure regulation knob to "--" switch to shut off the CO2 supplying and save the CO_2 .
2. Open the lid of the beer cooler, pull down the tap handle to release the rest gas in the keg (maybe with some beer bubble).
3. Then take out the beer device and the beer barrel from the beer machine.
4. Remove the keg from the keg lifter and pull the piercing pin out of the empty keg (see figure 21).
5. Then put the piercing pin into the new keg and put it all into the beer cooler. Connect the gas-tube and beer tube from the keg lifter, by pressing the white parts of keg lifter.
6. It is recommended to clean the tap mechanism when changing the beer keg each time. Please refer to the below contents about cleaning.

When you take out the fastener of beer dispensing unit, you can move this unit towards arrow indication.

When you take out the beer connector and CO_2 connector, please press the white button down.

Figure 20

Figure 21

Remove the holder (right) and turn the handle in the direction of the arrow. The holder can then be removed from the beer keg.

Change a new CO_2 cartridge (no need for keg)

Please change the CO2 cartridge if cannot pour beer out when the CO2 pressure knob is at "on" position and has been in keg.

1. When turn the CO₂ pressure knob to “-” position, to close the CO₂ supplying.

2. Open the lid, loose the cartridge sheath, and take out the empty CO₂ cartridge. Insert a new CO₂ cartridge in the sheath, and screw the sheath tightly until you will hear a "Click", which indicates that the cartridge seal has been pierced and the CO₂ gas can flow into the keg freely. Make us the bottle sheath is fixed tightly to avoid the CO₂ leakage. Then put CO₂ bottle sheath into the lid.

3. Close the lid of the beer cooler.

4. Turn the CO2 pressure knob to "+" position to turn on the CO2 supply, and it is ready to pour beer out.

Note: If used correctly, one CO_2 cartridge is sufficient to draw over 5 litres of beer. In case of problems with the pressure regulator, refer to the "Troubleshooting" section.

WARNING

Risk of explosion! Please use the qualified CO2 cartridge. The below CO2 cartridge information for your reference. Never use nitrogen gas cartridge in the beer cooler to avoid the explosion, because of its much higher pressure.

CAUTION

Risk of injury! New CO_2 cartridges must be stored safely. Make sure that children do not play with them.

16 g CO₂ cartridge

Technical data CO2 cartridge
NW (g)	15,5-16,5
Volume (ml)	20
GW (g)	57,0-58,6
Cartridge weight (g)	42,0-42,6
A (mm)	Ø 8,6 - Ø 8,9
B (mm)	88,0-89,0
C (mm)	Ø 21,7- Ø 22,0
D (mm)	10-11
Pressure (kgf/cm2)	60
Blast pressure (bar)	450

Note: Do not use water for cleaning, use a dry cloth to absorb surface water.

CLEANING AND CARE

Cleaning beer tap mechanism

Beer cooler need conformity with hygienically demand, it need clean before the first use or for long time use (Advice to clean per week), clean the whole machine with dry cloth. Otherwise two cleaning way is recommended as following:

1. Load the warm water into the cleaning kit.
2. And connect the end of piercing pin, press the water into the pin to clean the pin tube, and push the water out from the beer tube at the other end. And repeat this cleaning work till the beer tube clean (need 3 bottles warm water at least). Please clean the beer tap mechanism as figure 23.

Note: Please disassemble the tap before cleaning (as shown in figure 22).

Beer connector must connect with dispensing unit.

Dispensing unit

This connector must be connected with the air bulb.

Please open the faucet when you are cleaning the beer tube.

Figure 22 Figure 23

Note: Never put the tap mechanism parts in the washing machine or dishwasher. Never use the chemical cleaning detergent to clean the parts, warm or purified water is recommended.

To change spare parts

Items Name Picture Qty. Installment
1 Connector seal 2 Regulator valve
2 Piercing pin 2 Regulator valve
3 Beer tube 3 Beer-out connector
4 Tube seal circle 3 Beer-in pipe
5	Keg seal		2 Standard keg
6	Adaptor		3	Keg with integrated pressure cartridge
7	CO2 cartridge		3	Regulator valve assembly
8	Air bulb		1

Cartridge pierced probe and seal washer

Cartridge pierced probe and seal washer maybe damaged when wrong usage or other reasons, please replace a new one.

1. Firstly, pick out the seal washer with a tiny metal stick (Show as figure 24), and take out Cartridge pierced probe. Be careful not damage other parts of regulator.
2. Install a new cartridge pierced probe in the regulator (leave the sharp end outside toward), and install the seal washer (Show as figure 25). Don't remove other parts of regulator in the replacing process.

Figure 24 Figure 25

WARNING

Risk of injury! Remember press the seal circle with empty cartridge instead of new cartridge, or will cause hazard.

To change beer tube

Please replace the beer tube if beer tube is damaged and cause beer leakage (see figure 26).

1. Loosen the tube at connection 1 and draw out the tube. Pull down the lock setting, and draw the tube out.
2. Screw out nut at connection 2, and draw the tube out.
3. Replace a new beer tube, and install the beer tube according with reverse procedure.

Note: Don't move other screws when processing tube replacement, otherwise it may cause the beer leakage or gas leakage.

Figure 26

Replace the seal circle of beer tube

Replace the new seal circle of beer tube if the connector has leakage (see figure 27).

1. Replace the new seal circle of beer tube if the connector has leakage
2. Take out the seal circle of beer tube
3. Replace a new seal circle on same position
4. Turn the seal circle tightly to avoid any leakage

Figure 27

TROUBLESHOOTING

Note: If the beer cooler does not work properly, please call the service centre. To save time and money, before you call for service, check the Troubleshooting Guide. It lists cause of minor operation problems that you can correct yourself.

Problem Possible Cause Suggested Solution
The tap does not work / can't pour beer out.	1. The pouring tube is in poor connection or CO2supplying is cut off	1. Well connect the pouring tube and CO2supplying.
	2. No keg or no beer in the keg.	2. Change a new keg.
	3. No gas in the CO2cartridge.	3. Change a new CO2cartridge.
	4. The CO2pressure regulator knob is closed.	4. Turn the CO2pressure regulator knob on "+" position.
Too much bubble pouring out.	1. Use a wrong way to pour beer out.	1. Quickly open the faucet completely. Check and find out the correct distance from the beer mug to the tap when pouring wine. Normally to the height, the normal foam should be thick and creamy.
	2. The beer temp is high (better at 3-5 °C.	2. Cool the beer down to 3-5 °C.
	3. The keg is shaken before usage.	3. Put the beer keg aside while till no bubble inside.
	4. Almost no beer in the keg.	4. Change a new keg.
	5. Too much pressure in the keg.	5. Adjust the pressure knob to "-" direction to decrease the pressure or close the knob.
Problem Possible Cause	Suggested Solution
Beer flows out too slowly	1. Inside CO2pressure isn’t high enough.	1. Adjust the pressure knob to release much CO2pressure or replace a new one.
	2. The connection tube or the pouring tube has a leakage.	2. Check whether the tube has a leakage or not, if so replace the tube.
CO2leaks quickly when inserting new cartridge.	1. CO2pressure regulator is not in “-” position.	1. Make sure CO2pressure regulator is in “-” position.
	2. Connector seal broken.	2. Replace connector seal (see page 43).
	3. Piercing pin broken. 3. Replace piercing pin (see page 43).

HINTS ON DISPOSAL

If there is a legal regulation for the disposal of electrical and electronic devices in your country, this symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with household waste. Instead, it must be taken to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By disposing of it in accordance with the rules, you are protecting the environment and the health of your fellow human beings from negative consequences. For information about the recycling and disposal of this product, please contact your local authority or your household waste disposal service.

Estimado cliente,

Berlin Brands Group UK Limited

PO Box 42

272 Kensington High Street

London, W8 6ND

United Kingdom

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Berlin Brands Group UK Limited

PO Box 42

272 Kensington High Street

London, W8 6ND

United Kingdom

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Figure 10 Figure 11
Figure 12

PRODUTTORE E IMPORTATORE (UK)

Produttore:

Chal-Tec GmbH, Wallstraße 16, 10179 Berlin, Germania.

Berlin Brands Group UK Limited

PO Box 42

272 Kensington High Street

London, W8 6ND

United Kingdom

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