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Form No. Z2323

Rev. 06.26.10

INSTALLATION ANd OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

ARCTICOLd dRAfT dISPENSER

Table of Contents

Preparing the Cabinet for Use

Specifications ........................................................2

Initial Setup............................................................3

Electrical ................................................................3

Tapping

Connecting the Keg Coupler.................................4

Tapping the Keg/Priming the System ...................4

Connecting the Regulator .....................................5

Adjusting Gas Flow ...............................................5

CO

2

 Leak Test .......................................................5

Replacing a CO

2

 Gas Cylinder..............................5

Handling CO

2

 Gas .................................................5

Cleaning

Cleaning the Beer Lines ........................................6

Cleaning the Cabinet .............................................6

General Information

How to Pour a Perfect Glass of Beer ...................7

Wiring Diagrams ....................................................8

Glycol Loop Diagrams ...........................................9

Preventative Maintenance ...................................10

8300 West Good Hope Road  •  Milwaukee, WI 53223  •  Phone 414-353-7060  •  Fax 414-353-7069

Toll Free 800-558-5592  •  E-Mail: Perlick@Perlick.com  •  www.Perlick.com

IMPORTANT INfORMATION

To  register  your  product,  visit  our  web  site  at  

(www.perlick.com).  Click  on  “Commercial”,  then 

“Service”.  You  will  see  the  link  to  “Warranty 

Registration Form”. You must complete and submit 

this  form  or  the  installation  date  will  revert  back  to 

the  ship  Date. 

The  unit  comes  with  a  one  year 

parts warranty.

This manual has been prepared to assist you in the 

installation of your ArctiCold Draft Dispenser and to 

acquaint you with its operation and maintenance.
We  dedicate  considerable  time  to  ensure  that  our 

products  provide  the  highest  level  of  customer  

satisfaction.  If  service  is  required,  your  dealer  can 

provide  you  with  a  list  of  qualified  service  agents. 

For  your  own  protection,  never  return  merchandise 

for credit without our approval.
We  thank  you  for  selecting  a  Perlick  product  and 

assure  you  of  our  continuing  interest  in  your 

satisfaction.

WARNING:  When  lifting,  the  full  weight  of  the 

cabinet must be supported. Lift from the cabinet 

base  and  not  from  the  top.  Improper  lifting  can 

result  in  severe  damage  to  the  cabinet. 

MODEL NOS.

DC90ACLT

Summary of Contents for DC90ACLT

Page 1: ... perlick com Click on Commercial then Service You will see the link to Warranty Registration Form You must complete and submit this form or the installation date will revert back to the ship Date The unit comes with a one year parts warranty This manual has been prepared to assist you in the installation of your ArctiCold Draft Dispenser and to acquaint you with its operation and maintenance We de...

Page 2: ... Epoxy coated aluminum fin and copper tube evaporator coil Digital temperature control Self defrosting glycol mixture 1 3 propylene glycol to 2 3 distilled water Ventilation All sides of unit must be unobstructed to ensure adequate ventilation Plumbing Evaporator condensate and beer waste is pre plumbed to a waste tank located in the CO2 compartment electrical Unit is furnished with 3 prong NEMA 5...

Page 3: ...e compressor and void the warranty Remove the bottom front grille to access the machine compartment Connect the power cord to a separate dedicated circuit as described in the electrical section of this manual Turn on the rocker switch labeled circulating pump and check for glycol leaks Next turn on the rocker switch labeled condensing unit The flash chill heat exchangers and evaporator coil circui...

Page 4: ...de of the cabinet Important Be sure to close this valve when untapping keg CAUTION Do not use keg coupler as a handle to lift keg Priming the Beer System Plug in top refrigeration deck 15 amp plug and allow condensing unit to cycle at least once circulation pump will run continuously before tapping the keg Couple beer keg to system Beer temperature in keg should not exceed 42 F Apply 14 17 PSIG ca...

Page 5: ...e to open position Adjust CO2 gas flow as required turning clock wise for higher pressure Proper CO2 Handling always Connect a regulator reducing valve to CO2 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 fi...

Page 6: ...d maintain the quality of the draft beer Greenish or yellowish colored material on the faucet may indicate bacterial growth Yeast All domestic draft beers contain a small amount of yeast which remains in the beer from the fermentation process When the temperature of draft beer exceeds 50 a process of secondary fermentation may take place The beer faucet may exhibit a white colored substance yeast ...

Page 7: ... a clean glass Place the glass at a 45 angle one inch below faucet Do not let the glass touch the faucet Open the faucet all the way Step 1 Let the remaining beer run straight down the middle of the glass This ensures proper release of CO2 by producing a 3 4 to 1 foam head Step 3 After the glass has reached half full gradually bring the glass to the upright position Step 2 Close the faucet quickly...

Page 8: ...Form No Z2323 Rev 06 26 10 8 Perlick is committed to continuous improvement Therefore we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice Wiring Diagrams ArctiCold Draft Dispenser ...

Page 9: ...s improvement Therefore we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice Glycol Loop Diagrams ArctiCold Draft Dispenser FLASH CHILL FIN COIL CIRCUIT GLYCOL TANK TUBE IN TUBE TUBE IN TUBE EVAPORATOR FIN COIL PUMP REFRIG DECK CABINET HEAT EXCHANGER ...

Page 10: ...ycol system should be checked before each operation to ensure an adequate level The glycol reservoir can be accessed by removing the lou vered cover on the refrigeration deck The reservoir is located at the right rear of the deck see figure A Remove the sponge insulation and unscrew the cover While using a mirror ensure the glycol level is at the visible seam inside the reservoir located approxima...

Page 11: ...Form No Z2323 Rev 06 26 10 11 Perlick is committed to continuous improvement Therefore we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice ...

Page 12: ...ad Milwaukee WI 53223 Phone 414 353 7060 Fax 414 353 7069 Toll Free 800 558 5592 E Mail Perlick Perlick com www Perlick com Perlick is committed to continuous improvement Therefore we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice 12 ...

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