Perlick DS32S - Manual (Page 5)

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