Avantco 178UDD4HC - Troubleshooting Draft Beer Issues; Flat Beer Problems; False Head Problems; Wild Beer Problems

- 17 -
User Manual
Draft Beer Trouble Shooting
Flat Beer
CO2 turned off when not in use. Keep lines properly charged at all times.
Contaminated air source (usually compressed air). Drain air source & refill with clean air.
Greasy glasses. Clean with a grease-cutting cleaner.
Not enough pressure. Check lines for leaks, replace air source if necessary.
Pressure shut off during night. Keep lines properly charged at all times.
Loose tap or vent connection. Check lines, do regular maintenance to prevent.
Sluggish pressure regulator. Check connections, replace if necessary.
Obstruction in lines. Check lines, clean via instructions on page 13.
False Head
Dry glasses. Flush glasses with clean water and drain.
Improper pour. 1. Hold clean glass at 45 degrees.
2. Pour beer at the midpoint slope of the glass.
3. Once glass fills to half, tilt upright to 90 degrees.
4. Fill until there is 1” to 1½” head.
Pressure required does not match beer temperature. Research or consult your supplier for proper temps/
pressures for each draft product.
Coils in beer lines warmer than beer in keg. Check that the air hose clip is still in place.
Check insulation for damage. Repair as necessary.
Foamy head disappears quickly. Beer lacks usual zestful, fresh flavor.
Large soap-like bubbles, head dissolves very quickly.
Beer is all foam and not enough liquid beer when drawn.
Wild Beer
Beer tapped improperly. Avoid agitation in keg prior to tapping.
Tap quickly and at correct temperature.
Faucet worn down. Contact a properly trained maintenance worker to
repair or replace.
Kinks, dents, twists or obstructions in line. Check that all lines are clear and properly secured.
Clean lines via instructions on page 13.
Beer too warm in kegs or lines. Check that the unit is set to proper temperature.
Check that the air hose clip is still in place.
Check for damage in insulation.
Check that all lines are clear and properly secured.
Too much pressure. Make sure unit is operating at ideal temperature to
match your product. Check to see if pressure gauge
is malfunctioning. Check air source.