Why does my kegerator not work?
Check that there are no obstructions in the air line. Check air line, CO2 regulator, and gauge. Make sure CO2 pressure is ON; do not run the system off the keg pressure alone. Make sure temperature of refrigerator is not above 40°F.
What temperature should my kegerator be set at?
34-40 degrees
hours for a keg to settle, and to reach optimal temperature within the kegerator is key. This is always an essential for hosting a party with draft beer! 98% of all issues (especially foaming) arise from temp and pressure! Kegerator should be set to 34-40 degrees.
When must a foam on beer detector be reset?
The pressure of the beer flow from the keg is what allows the beer to pass through the FOB. When a new keg is tapped the FOB is reset by pushing a button to purge the chamber of foam and gas. This allows beer coming from the keg to flow with the existing beer in the line.
Why is my beer cooler not getting cold?
Below are possible causes: Interrupted power supply – Check if the power cord is unplugged. If it’s plugged in, there could be a blown fuse that needs to be replaced in your fuse box. Other possible causes could be linked to low voltage supply, a tripped overload protector or a defect in the run or start capacitor.
How do I get my kegerator colder?
Here are the most common fixes for the above events:
- Install a tower cooling fan apparatus.
- Install an air circulation fan for inside the kegerator box to stabilize the temperature inside.
- Override the thermostat with a separate temperature controller.
- Recalibrate the thermostat to allow it to be set at a lower temperature.
Why is my beer flat from keg?
Flat beer in a keg is usually due to the keg being under gassed or the keg having a gas leak. Before you gas the keg a second time you will need to check the keg for leaks. To do this you need to set your regulator to 40 psi (280kpa) and pump gas into the keg for about 5 minutes. This will be enough to test the keg.
Why is my beer foamy?
One should understand the physics behind foamy beer! Most beer is carbonated, meaning that it is a liquid solution saturated with a large amount of CO2 gas. When the temperature rises above 40 degrees, the CO2 gas starts to escape from the beer, and this is what causes foam (in most cases).
How to troubleshoot a beer line in a kegerator?
The full length of beer tubing needs to be refrigerated. Beer lines longer than 6 feet may cause issues as well. If your problem is not found in our troubleshooting chart above or you are unable to correct the issue, please leave a comment below and/or give us a call at 1-866-950-8710.
What can go wrong with a draft kegerator?
There is very little that can actually go wrong with your kegerator or draft beer system. Regular cleaning of your beer lines is essential to keeping your beer keg refrigerator in top shape, but there is always a chance that you have a damaged O-ring somewhere along the line. This is easy to fix.
What should the temperature be in a kegerator?
Beer must be kept cold. Most of these kegerator units are built for food storage and thermostats are set for that use (usually between 40 and 45 degrees).
What should I do about my Cornelius beer keg?
For Cornelius kegs, it is a simple matter of replacing the O-ring in the gas in valve if it is worn. See our kegerator replacement parts. You may need to balance your beer keg refrigerator a little more accurately. If your beer line is too long, it may hinder your beer flow.
