NOSTALGIA PRODUCTS CBD5 Instructions page 12

5L GROWLER KEG (NON-PRESSURIZED)
1. Find a stable, If the beer has too much foam, adjust the CO2 pressure
down. Simply turn the Regulator Dial to the OFF position
1. Chill the keg for 10-12 hours in the refrigerator, or for 4-6 hours in an ice bath.
2. Find a stable, waterproof surface near an electrical outlet to set the unit. Make sure the cord
is away from any water source.
NOTE: When moving the keg, take care not to shake or jostle the keg
as it may cause your beer to pour with too much foam.
3. Check that the Drain Tab is in the closed position (up position),
and there are no extra objects in the Cooling Cavity.
4. Add 3 cups (800 ml) of water into the Cooling Cavity. Be sure water levels do not exceed
the MAX line found inside the Cooling Cavity. The water works to keep the keg cool
5. Set the LED Temperature Display to your desired temperature by pressing the "-" and "+"
buttons. Recommended temperature is 37°F.
NOTE: It may take several hours to reach your desired temperature.
This is why it is important to chill your keg beforehand.
6. Turn the Power Switch to ON (I).
7. Follow the steps under KEG LIFTER ASSEMBLY for STANDARD NON-
PRESSURIZED KEGS, and secure the Keg Lifter Assembly to your keg.
8. Turn the CO2 Regulator Knob to the OFF position (turn dial all the way clockwise).
9. Making sure the keg is upright, carefully place your keg into the Cooling Cavity.
NOTE: Make sure the Suction Cup is securely fashioned to the bottom of
the Cooling Cavity. The Suction Cup ensures the keg will not float.
10. Connect the Keg Adapter to the CO2 Line and Beer Line.
11. Tilt the CO2 Holder out from the Top Cover and
unscrew the CO2 Sheath. Insert a CO2 Cartridge into
the CO2 Sheath, rounded end first. Then screw the
CO2 Sheath tightly onto the CO2 Holder. Tilt the CO2
Holder back into the Top Cover.
NOTE: When the CO2 cartridge has been
pierced, you should hear a short burst
of CO2 escape from the cartridge.
12. Slowly turn the Regulator Dial counterclockwise to increase the CO2 pressure within the
keg. When you hear the CO2 begin to flow, you may want to pause to try pouring a beer.
• If the beer does not have enough foam for your liking, slowly increase
the CO2 pressure. DO NOT increase the CO2 pressure too quickly or
your beer may dispense too quickly and with too much foam.
CO2 Line
Beer Line
CO2 Cartridge
Holder
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