Vinotemp VT - PONYKEG Owner's Manual
Vinotemp VT - PONYKEG Owner's Manual

Vinotemp VT - PONYKEG Owner's Manual

Vinotemp pony-size kegerator owner's manual

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  • Page 1 A P R O U D H E R I T A G E O F E X P E R I E N C E & Q U A L I T Y P o n y - S i z e K e g e r a t o r V T - P O N Y K E G O W N E R ’...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    You may want to keep the box and packing materials for use at a later date. Upon receipt and inspection of unit, the supply cord must be replaced if it is damaged. Contact our customer service at 1-800-777-8466 or info@vinotemp.com. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS WINE CELLAR TABLE OF CONTENTS -Save these instructions- W W W .
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your appliance, follow these basic precautions: • Do not operate this or any other appliance with a damaged cord. • Use two or more people to move and install appliance. Failure to do so may result in back or other injury.
  • Page 4: Electrical Connection

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized service center. This unit should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this unit is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock.
  • Page 5: Parts And Features

    PARTS AND FEATURES 1. Beer Tower 2. Mylar Washer 3. Safety Guardrail 4. Drip Tray 5. Adjustable Thermostat 6. CO Regulator Gas Cylinder 7. CO (Note: If unit has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time, wait 2 hours before connecting to power.) For your safety, CO Gas Cylinders are shipped empty.
  • Page 6: Installation Instructions

    Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions concerning power and or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized Vinotemp service technician. • After plugging the appliance into a wall outlet, allow the unit to cool down for 2-3 hours before placing any contents in the beer dispenser compartment.
  • Page 7 previously removed from). 7. Carefully slide the fridge door back on to the top hinge, making sure it’s the right way up. Screw the bottom hinge into place on the new side. 8. Check that door is aligned horizontally and vertically and that the seals are closed on all sides before finally tightening the bottom hinge.
  • Page 8 • If there is still a small drip from the faucet, you may have tightened the plastic lever too much and may need to unscrew silver snug counter-clockwise (as shown in Figure 2) one turn. That should correct the problem if exists. Figure 1 Installing the CO Regulator and CO...
  • Page 9: Beer Keg Setup

    BEER KEG SETUP Installation Of the Keg Coupler • Insert the keg coupler provided into the locking neck of the beer keg and turn it clockwise to lock into position, making sure the keg coupler is in the closed position. (See Figure 3) Figure 3 Air Line Hose Installation of the CO...
  • Page 10: Dispensing Beer

    Connecting the Beer Tower to Coupler • Make sure the washer is properly inserted into the wing nut. • Place wing nut into the top of the coupler turning until tight. How to Tap a Keg of Beer • Make sure the beer tower faucet is in the closed position. •...
  • Page 11: Full Refrigerator Configuration

    FULL REFRIGERATOR CONFIGURATION To convert appliance into “All Refrigerator” configuration, please follow below: 1. Turn th e control knob to the “OFF” position. . Close the main valve on the CO 3. Close the secondary shut-off valve on the regulator pipe. 4.
  • Page 12: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Your Beer Dispenser • Turn the temperat ure control to "OFF", unplug the beer dispens contents. • Wash the inside surfaces with should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water. • Wash the s helves and metal plate with a mild detergent solution.
  • Page 13: Beer Dispensing Troubleshooting Guide

    BEER DISPENSING TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem: Cloudy or Flat Beer When beer in glass appears hazy and is not clear, this is considered cloudy. When the foamy head disappears quickly and beer lacks its usual zestful brewery-fresh flavor, this is considered flat. Causes 1) Greasy glass 2) Improper drawing of beer...
  • Page 14 6) Contaminated air source 7) Defective Thomas valve (in the keg coupler) or tongue vents 8) Unrefrigerated food placed on barrel of cold beer. 9) Sluggish pressure regulator 10) Moisture in air system 11) Drafts Problem: Off-Tasting Beer Beer has bitter and unpleasant odor or taste. Sour beer may taste and smell extremely yeasty or moldy.
  • Page 15 2) Contaminated Air Line, and/or defective Thomas or Tongue Vents 3) Rubber hose absorbing and retaining odors 4) Unfiltered or contaminated 5) Improper transportation or storage Problem: Wild Beer When poured beer is all foam or has too much foam and not enough liquid beer. Causes 1) Improper drawing beer into glass.
  • Page 16 5) Beer is too warm 6) No cold storage space for delivered beer 7) Too much air pressure 8) Excess CO 9) Not enough pressure 10) Old Beer Problem: Tail End of Beer Keg Note: Beer draws best at the beginning of the barrel. Towards the end of the barrel, the beer may be flat.
  • Page 17: Beer Dispenser Troubleshooting Guide

    BEER DISPENSER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE You can solve many common problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestion below to see if you can solve the problem before contacting Vinotemp at info@vinotemp.com. PROBLEM Beer dispenser does not •...
  • Page 18: Terms Of Sale And Warranty

    TERMS OF SALE AND WARRANTY Vinotemp International (“Seller”) and the person or entity that acquires these goods from Seller (“Purchaser”) hereby fully agree to the following terms and conditions of the sale: Shipping fees are the responsibility of the Purchaser whether freight prepaid or freight collect. Seller assumes no responsibility for the goods sold to the Purchaser once the goods have left the Seller’s premises, including, but not limited to, late delivery by the...
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  • Page 20 Rancho Dominguez, CA 90221 www.vinotemp.com Vinotemp is a registered trademark of Vinotemp International. All products, features, and services are subject to change without notice. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this document. We disclaim liability for errors, omissions, or future changes.

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