TURBOTAP
INSTRUCTIONAL GUIDEBOOK
FOR FOODSERVICE PROFESSIONALS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction............................................................................................................ 5
Pouring Instructions - Standard Pour................................................................ 6
Pouring Instructions - Modified Pour................................................................ 8
Pouring Instructions - Pitchers........................................................................ 10
The Perfect Pour................................................................................................. 12
Common Pouring Mistakes............................................................................... 14
Attaching TurboTap............................................................................................. 16
TurboTap Cleaning.............................................................................................. 18
Beer Temperature............................................................................................... 20
Keg Pressure Overview...................................................................................... 22
Understanding Gas Systems............................................................................. 24
Foam Detection Devices (FOBs)...................................................................... 26
Kegs in Series..................................................................................................... 28
Basic Troubleshooting........................................................................................ 30
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Thank you working with TurboTap, the future of pouring beer.
When using TurboTap in conjunction with a healthy, well-maintained
draft beer system, you will pour beer faster, waste less beer due to
overfoaming and spillage, and pour great-looking, great-tasting beers.
We have tried to make TurboTap as simple to use as possible, but it
still will require a small amount of training and practice to perfect the
pouring procedure. Please follow the pouring instructions as well as
the “do’s and don’ts” found here to hone your technique, and please
pass on what you learn to your fellow managers and staff.
Typical draft system problems, like overfoaming, are rarely the result
of TurboTap. Rather, these problems have their roots in other parts of
your draft system. This Guidebook attempts to help you diagnose
common draft system problems. If you are experiencing draft system
difficulties, please contact your supervisor or draft system manager
immediately. Also, feel free to contact us at TurboTap at any time -we are always happy to help!
The idea for TurboTap started years ago when I was a college student
waiting in a long line for beer. Today, TurboTap is found at premier
stadiums, arenas, pubs and restaurants around the world. I am
humbled that you and your staff will now be using TurboTap to pour
faster, better beer.
Cheers!
Matthew Younkle
Inventor of the TurboTap
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HOW TO POUR WITH TURBOTAP - STANDARD POUR
Conventional beer taps work by pouring beer from the top-down.
TurboTap works by pouring beer from the bottom-up. This novel approach
allows for faster, more controlled pours. Use the “Standard Pour” technique
when TurboTap is long enough to reach all the way to the bottom of the
cup or glass.
Pouring beer with TurboTap is easy. When honing your technique and
training your staff, please keep in mind the following important points:
1. Always begin each pour by touching the bottom of
the cup to the bottom of the TurboTap.
2. Open and close the tap quickly and completely.
(Opening and closing slowly or partially will generate
extra foam.)
3. Allow beer to fill all the way to the top of the cup
before closing the tap.
4. If you must “top off” a beer using TurboTap, first
re-touch the bottom of the cup to the bottom of the
TurboTap. Then, quickly open and close the tap.
5. When pouring multiple beers, close the tap between
each pour. Do not use the “scoop” technique as
excessive foaming will result. (Trust us, you will still
serve beer faster with TurboTap than with the “scoop”
technique.)
Note: Always begin each pour with a clean cup or glass; do not
reuse glassware.
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Use the Standard Pour when TurboTap
reaches the bottom of the cup or glass.
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POURING INSTRUCTIONS: STANDARD POUR
4 EASY STE PS TO A P E R F E CT P O U R
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2
3
4
Touch bottom of the cup to the
bottom of the TurboTap. There
is no need to tilt the cup!
Quickly snap tap completely
open. Keep the cup touching
bottom of the TurboTap.
When beer fills to top of the cup,
quickly snap tap completely closed.
Lower the cup from the TurboTap.
S e r v e t h e p e r f e c t Tu r b o Ta p p e d b e e r t o t h e t h i r s t y c u s t o m e r.
Be a responsible ser ver. Remember to che ck I D’s.
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HOW TO POUR WITH TURBOTAP - MODIFIED POUR
Use the “Modified Pour” techique only when the bottom of the
TurboTap will not reach all the way to the bottom of the cup
or glass.
Many elements of the Modified Pour remain the same as with the
Standard Pour. When learning this technique, make note of the
following tips:
Tilt the glass so that it
covers the faucet “button”.
1. Begin each pour by positioning the bottom of the
TurboTap as close as possible to the bottom of the
glass. Then, tilt the glass so that it touches the
side of the TurboTap and covers the faucet “button”.
2. Open and close the tap quickly and completely.
(Opening and closely slowly or partially will generate
extra foam.)
3. Allow beer to fill all the way to the top of the glass
before closing the tap. Once beer is covering the
bottom of the TurboTap, you can straighten the glass.
4. If you must “top off” a beer using TurboTap, first
possition the bottom of the TurboTap as low in the
glass as possible. Then, open and close the tap.
5. When pouring multiple beers, close the tap between
each pour. Do not use the “scoop” technique as
excessive foaming will result. (Trust us, you will still
serve beer faster with TurboTap than with the “scoop”
technique.)
Note: Always begin each pour with a clean cup or glass; do not
reuse glassware.
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Touch the bottom of
the TurboTap to the
side of the glass.
Use the Modified Pour when TurboTap will
not reach the bottom of the cup or glass.
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POURING INSTRUCTIONS: MODIFIED POUR
4 STE PS TO A P E R F E CT P O U R
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2
4
Position the TurboTap as close to
the bottom of the glass as possible
and touch it to the side of the glass.
When beer fills to top of the glass,
Quickly snap tap completely open.
Keep the glass touching the TurboTap. quickly snap tap completely closed.
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Lower the glass from the TurboTap.
S e r v e t h e p e r f e c t Tu r b o Ta p p e d b e e r t o t h e t h i r s t y c u s t o m e r.
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HOW TO POUR WITH TURBOTAP - POURING PITCHERS
Due to the height of most pitchers, it is unlikely that TurboTap
will reach all the way to the bottom. Accordingly, you will likely
need to use the “Modified Pour” techique when pouring into
pitchers.
When pouring pitchers using the “Modified Pour” technique, the
same tips apply as when pouring into taller glasses:
1. Begin each pour by positioning the bottom of the
TurboTap as close as possible to the bottom of the
pitcher. Then, tilt the pitcher so that it touches the
side of the TurboTap.
2. Open and close the tap quickly and completely.
(Opening and closely slowly or partially will generate
extra foam.)
3. Allow beer to fill all the way to the top of the
pitcher before closing the tap. Once beer is covering
the bottom of the TurboTap, you can straighten the
pitcher.
Touch the bottom of
the TurboTap to the
side of the pitcher.
4. If you must “top off” a beer using TurboTap, first
possition the bottom of the TurboTap as low in the
pitcher as possible. Then, open and close the tap.
Use the Modified Pour if TurboTap does
not reach the bottom of the picher.
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POURING INSTRUCTIONS: PITCHERS
4 EASY STE PS TO A P E R F E CT P O U R
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2
3
4
Position the TurboTap as close to the
bottom of the pitcher as possible. Tilt
the pitcher so that the bottom of the
TurboTap touches the side.
Quickly snap tap completely open.
Keep the side of the pitcher
touching the TurboTap.
When beer reaches the bottom of
the TurboTap, straighten the pitcher.
When beer fills to top of the pitcher,
quickly snap tap completely closed.
Lower the pitcher from the TurboTap.
S e r v e t h e p e r f e c t Tu r b o Ta p p e d b e e r t o t h e t h i r s t y c u s t o m e r.
Be a responsible ser ver. Remember to che ck I D’s.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF A FOAM COLLAR
Beer is meant to be served with a collar of foam. This collar is
formed by the break-out of carbon dioxide from the beer, and it
enhances the beer’s taste and aroma. Plus, pouring each beer
with a foam collar makes the beer look like it does in the
commercials.
Serving beer with the proper 1/2” to 1” foam collar does not just
make for better advertisements, it truly makes for better beer.
Top reasons to serve every beer with a 1/2”
to 1” foam collar:
1. The beer will look as intended by the brewery.
1/2” to 1”
2. The beer will taste as intended by the brewery.
3. The beer will be more “drinkable” due to the
proper breakout of CO2.
4. The beer will be easier to carry and less likely to
spill on its journey from the tap to its point of
consumption.
5. Plastic cups and beer glasses are measured to
allow for a foam collar at the top; you will NOT be
serving your customer less beer than purchased.
Serve every beer with a foam collar.
6. You will waste A LOT less beer than if you
attempt to pour liquid beer to the exact top of the
cup or glass.
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ANATOMY OF A PERFECT POUR
ANATOMY OF A PERFECT POUR
The perfect pour starts with a healthy beer system having clean
beer lines, clean couplers, clean faucets, and clean TurboTaps. Your
draft system should also store beer at the proper pressure and at
the brewery recommended temperature, typically 38 °F.
Always begin each pour with a new cup or a “beer-clean” glass
or pitcher. TurboTap’s bottom-up filling technology facilitates the
proper break-out of foam throughout the pour, delivering the
brewery-recommended 1/2” to 1” foam collar on every pour.
Tight, long-lasting
foam consistency
Proper 1/2” to 1”
thick foam collar
New plastic cup
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Tight, long-lasting
foam consistency
Proper 1/2” to 1”
thick foam collar
Beer-clean glass
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COMMON TURBOTAP POURING MISTAKES
While TurboTap is overall simpler to use than
conventional beer taps, careful attention to a
few details will ensure many successful pours.
As manager, please help your staff avoid and
correct the common mistakes seen when using
TurboTap. These mistakes are most often the
result of bad habits developed when pouring
beer with conventional taps.
D O — Begin your
D O — Begin your
DON’T —
Begin your
p o u r w i t h t h e b o t t om
of the TurboTap
p o s i ti o n e d a t t h e l i p
of the cup.
pour by touching the
bo t to m o f t h e c u p t o
t h e b o t t om of t h e
TurboTap.
pour by touching the
bottom of the cup to
the bottom of the
TurboTap.
Proper training along with regular enforcement
of the TurboTap pouring technique will deliver
superior keg yields and transaction times to
your organization.
Begin your
p o u r w it h t h e b o t t o m
of the TurboTap
hovering over the cup.
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DON’T —
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COMMON POURING MISTAKES
For tall cups and
pitchers, position the
TurboTap as close to
the bottom of the
container as possible
and touch it to the
side of the container.
DO —
Open and close
the tap from the base
of the tap handle.
DO —
Open and close
the tap quickly and
completely.
DON’T —
Operate the
TurboTap by grasping
the top of the draft
handle. Grabbing the
top of the draft handle
will cause the faucet
to open and close too
slowing for TurboTap
use.
DON’T —
Open and
close the tap slowly
or partially.
Begin pouring
a tall cup or pitcher
without touching the
end of the TurboTap
to the side of the
container.
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DO —
DON’T —
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ATTACHING TURBOTAP
The TurboTap is a retrofit product that attaches to existing
beer faucets. Two o-rings seal the TurboTap around the spout
of the beer faucet and also hold the TurboTap in place.
Additionally, “SL” model TurboTaps use two set screws to
“lock” the TurboTap to the faucet.
TurboTap Set Screw
(”SL” models only)
Considerations when attaching TurboTap:
1. Be sure that end of the faucet spout has passed
both o-rings and is seated flush against the TurboTap.
“Pent” Wrench
(”SL” models only)
2. The “SL” model set screws have proprietary
pentagon-shaped heads.
3. Removal and tightening of set screws requires a
proprietary pentagon-shaped allen wrench provided
by TurboTap.
4. Do not overtighten the set screws -- they may strip.
5. To ensuer proper alignment of the TurboTap with
the faucet spout, tighten each set screw an equal
number of turns.
O-Ring
Faucet
Set Screw
6. When tightening a set screw, if grinding or binding
occurs, back out the screw and replace it with a new
screw.
O-Ring
TurboTap
TurboTap Assembly
(cutaway view of “SL” model)
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ATTACHING TURBOTAP
ATTACHING TURBOTAP
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2
3
4
Be careful not to
overtighten, or the
set screw may strip!
The TurboTap attaches to conventional
faucets using two o-rings. The o-rings
press against the faucet spout to hold
the TurboTap in place.
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To install, push the TurboTap up around
the spout of the faucet. It may help to
twist while pushing. Wetting the area
around the o-rings with water or beer
can also make installation easier.
Be sure that the end of the faucet
spout has passed both o-rings. The
TurboTap must be positioned against
the end of the faucet spout or else
performance may be affected.
If working with a locking TurboTap,
tighten the set screws to lock the
TurboTap in place. To ensure proper
alignment, tighten each screw an
equal number of turns.
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KEEPING TURBOTAP CLEAN
The TurboTap is precision cast from stainless steel and then
electro-polished to ensure a microscopically smooth, easy to clean
surface finish. Models 375S, 475S and 575S are certified by NSF
International, an independent food safety organization.
With only a small amount of routine care, TurboTap should be the
cleanest component of your draft beer system.
To keep TurboTap clean, always:
1. Rinse and wipe down the TurboTap before and
after each day of use.
2. Have the TurboTap removed from the faucet and
thoroughly cleaned by a professional beer line
cleaner once every two weeks.
3. Use TurboCaps at the close of business each day
to prevent debris and insects from entering into the
TurboTap.
4. TurboCaps should be rinsed out daily. Consider
soaking them in water or seltzer water when not
in use.
Be sure TurboCaps are in place
when the TurboTap is not in use to
prevent debris and insects from
entering into the TurboTap.
Note: Some breweries recommend daily cleaning procedures that may differ
slightly from those described here. Check with TurboTap for more information.
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DAILY CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
SUGGESTED DAILY CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
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3
Fill a clean glass or pitcher with warm water.
Completely submerge the TurboTap for five
seconds. Repeat three times.
Clean the outside of the TurboTap by
thoroughly wiping it down with a clean,
lint-free, moist cloth.
Note: TurboClean wipes may be used in Step 3 to sanitize the exterior surfaces of the TurboTap.
Thank you for keeping the TurboTap clean and for pouring your customers perfect beer.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF TEMPERATURE
Most draft beer problems are caused by warm beer. Beer should
always be served at the brewery recommended temperature. For
most common American beers, the optimal serving temperature
is 38 °F.
Consistently serving beer at the proper temperature requires
adequate refrigeration for your kegs, and proper insulation and
cooling of long draft beer lines. As manager, you can also
implement straightforward procedures to ensure your customers
always receive cold beer.
Simple steps to ensure cold beer:
A 38 °F keg left outside
takes only two hours to
warm-up ten degrees...
1. Be sure kegs are delivered cold, in refrigerated
trucks.
2. Be sure kegs are not allowed to sit in nonrefrigerated enviroments (see illustration at right).
3. Attempt to have kegs delivered as early as
possible before use to allow adequate time for kegs
that may have warmed during transport to cool
to the recommended serving temperature.
...that same keg will then take
sixteen hours to chill back to
38 °F when placed in a 36 °F
cooler.
4. Keep all cooler doors closed and position kegs
away from cooler openings.
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BEER TEMPERATURE GUIDELINES
PERFECT TEMPERATURE, PERFECT BEER
This is important, so we’ll repeat it again:
MOST DRAFT BEER PROBLEMS ARE
THE RESULT OF WARM BEER
Beer must be kept cold in the keg and
throughout its journey from the keg to the
cup. Most common types of beer should
be stored and served at 38 °F. While
TurboTap will deliver a better beer at any
temperature, TurboTap will deliver a
perfect pour, every pour, when used with
cold beer.
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Beer Temperature
Common types of beer should be served cold
at 38 °F. Most draft system problems are caused
by warm beer. Use a thermometer to check the
temperature of poured beer. For the most
accurate reading, position the end of the probe
in the middle of the glass.
Cooler Temperature
The temperature inside your beer cooler should
be 36 to 38 °F. The air temperature inside your
cooler can fluctuate quickly (for example, when
leaving the cooler door open). For an accurate
reading of your average cooler temperature,
measure the temperature of liquid in the cooler.
Either use a special-purpose liquid temperature
thermometer, or simply take the temperature of
a bottle of beer or water stored in your cooler.
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KEG PRESSURE
TurboTap believes your beer should be perfect - perfect pouring,
perfect tasting, perfect looking. A key part of this is ensuring the
gas pressure to your kegs is correct. After temperature, pressure
is the next biggest cause of draft beer system trouble.
Gas pressure to the keg serves two purposes. First, gas pressure
is used to propel the beer from the keg through the beer line to
the TurboTap. Second, the correct type and pressure of gas allows
beer to maintain its proper level of carbonation when stored for
several days or several weeks.
The proper gas pressure to apply to the keg varies depending on
a host of factors, including type of beer, type of gas, the gas
blend, the length of the beer line, the change in elevation
between the keg and the TurboTap, and the desired flow rate.
TurboTap takes all of these factors into consideration when
determining the correct pressure “Set-Point” for each keg.
If you are experiencing draft problems, NEVER
ATTEMPT TO MAKE PRESSURE ADJUSTMENTS!
Here’s why:
1. Most draft problems are the result of incorrect
temperatures. Changing pressures will only make
the problem worse.
2. TurboTap beer systems typically operate at
pressures higher than conventional industry settings.
Adjusting the pressure will reduce system
performance.
3. TurboTap tracks system pressure settings in a
database. Changing pressures will make it more
difficult to service your beer system.
TurboTap will document the proper pressure Set-Point inside the
cooler near each pressure regulator. NEVER ATTEMPT TO MAKE
PRESSURE ADJUSTMENTS YOURSELF. If you are experiencing
draft problems and notice a pressure regulator reading that
deviates more than a few “psi” from its listed Set-Point, notify
your draft system manager or contact TurboTap.
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PRESSURE SET-POINTS
UNDERSTANDING PRESSURE SET-POINTS
TurboTap will determine the proper pressure “Set-Point” for each
beer line at the time of installation. This Set-Point will be indicated
in the cooler, adjacent to the secondary regulator.
If you experience draft problems, check to ensure that the pressure
Set-Point matches the pressure indicated by the secondary regulator.
If the pressures do not match, check the gas supply (see pages 26
and 27). NEVER ATTEMPT TO ADJUST THE PRESSURE YOURSELF.
Rather, notify your draft system manager or contact TurboTap.
P R E S S U R E S S E T B Y. . .
D O N OT A DJ U ST
TO W E R #
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S TA N D #
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The posted Set-Point should match
the actual pressure indicated by the
secondary regulator.
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UNDERSTANDING GAS SYSTEMS
Next to temperature, keg pressure is the second most
common draft beer problem. While only a properly trained
draft beer technician should make pressure adjustments,
you can easily perform basic troubleshooting to diagnose
and correct the two most common pressure problems:
empty gas cylinders and closed gas valves that must be
opened to pour beer.
BEGIN OUTSIDE OF THE COOLER...
NEXT, GO INSIDE THE COOLER...
Step 1. Ensure that CO2 and Nitrogen (if used) tank
valves are both open. Turn counter-clockwise to open
them. Open them completely.
Step 6. Check that the check valve on each secondary
regulator is in the “open” position, as shown.
Step 2. Check the tank pressure reading on each
primary regulator. Each should read above 500 psi.
If any tank reads below 500 psi, it is empty or will be
empty soon.
Step 7. Verify that the pressure setting on each
secondary regulator matches the setting posted on the
signage inside the cooler. (See page 23.)
Step 3. Check the line pressure reading on each
primary regulator. Each should read above 40 psi.
When using gas blenders, both the CO2 and nitrogen
primary regulators should read above 70 psi.
Step 4. Be sure the check valve on the primary
regulator is in the “open” position, as shown.
Step 5. Be sure the check valve on the gas blender
(if used) is in the “open” position, as shown.
NOTE: Gas blenders (if used) will cease to function if either the CO2 tank or the Nitrogen tank is empty.
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UNDERSTANDING GAS SYSTEMS
Steps 1-4: Primary Regulator
Line pressure
over 70 psi
Open valve
(counter-clockwise)
Step 5: Gas Blender
Tank pressure
over 500 psi
Cooler Wall
Gas Blender
Open check
valve
P R E S S U R E S S E T B Y. . .
D O N OT A DJ U ST
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S TA N D #
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B RAN D OF B E E R
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Signage
Open check
valve
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Secondary
Regulator
Primary Regulator
Steps 6-7: Secondary Regulator
Secondary regulator
pressure should
match signage
High-Pressure Tubing
Coupler
CO2 Tank (Cylinder)
Nitrogen Tank (Cylinder)
Keg
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Open
check valve
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FOAM DETECTION DEVICES
Secondary Regulator
FOB
Foam detection devices (sometimes called FOBs or “profit
guards”) are used to prevent the beer line from completely
emptying when a keg is emptied.
Check valve
FOBs save time when changing kegs because the beer line
remains “packed” with beer. This eliminates the need to open
the tap for extended periods to “re-pack” the line. FOBs also
save money by eliminating the beer waste that occurs when
beer lines are “re-packed” during keg changes.
Check ball
FOBs are ideally installed on every beer line that is more
than 50 feet (15 meters) in length from the keg to the
faucet. Additionally, FOBs must always be used with beer
systems employing beer pumps.
Coupler
When a keg is emptied, the FOB must be reset
before beer from the new keg will be able to
flow through the beer system. You will need to
train your staff in this procedure.
Release
knob
FOBs come in several varieties (see below). Operation is
generally the same from model to model.
Foam Detection Device (FOB)
Keg
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RESETTING A FOB
RESETTING A FOAM DETECTION DEVICE (FOB)
When a keg is emptied, the FOB must be reset to allow beer
from the new keg to flow through the beer system.
1
2
3
Check valve
4
Release
knob
When a keg empties, the check
ball will drop to the bottom of the
FOB, preventing the beer line from
emptying. Beer will stop flowing
at the faucet.
Tap the new keg.
Depress the release knob to
dislodge the check ball. Then
depress the check valve on the
top of the FOB. Beer will begin
to fill the FOB cylinder.
When the check ball is floating
at the top of the cylinder,
release the check valve. Pull
release knob back to its fully
extended position.
When in operation, the release knob should always be in its fully extended position. The FOB will fail to perform
its function if the release knob is depressed, as the FOB will be in “bypass” mode.
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KEGS CONNECTED IN SERIES
In extremely high-volume dispensing environments, it is
possible to configure kegs in series to reduce the frequency
of tapping fresh kegs as tapped kegs are emptied.
TurboTap generally recommends against the practice of
connecting kegs in series, except in extremely high-volume
scenarios and ONLY when kegs are tapped by experienced,
properly trained staff.
Secondary Regulator
Jumper - Keg to Trunk Line
Gas Tubing
Important notes about kegs in series:
1. Major breweries and TurboTap recommend against
configuring kegs in series because it is easy to make
mistakes with this practice.
Coupler 1
Jumper - Keg to Keg
Coupler 2
2. If one or more partial kegs is not connected
correctly, beer from both kegs will be unpourable (due
to excessive foam) for an extended period of time.
3. When untapping series kegs, always untap Keg 2
first, and then untap Keg 1.
4. When tapping series kegs, always tap Keg 1 first,
and then tap Keg 2.
Keg 1
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Keg 2
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KEGS CONNECTED IN SERIES
UNDERSTANDING KEGS IN SERIES
DO THIS
Keg 1
DON’T DO THIS
Keg 2
If Keg 1 is a partial keg,
Keg 2 must be a full keg
for dispensing in series
to work properly.
Keg 1
Keg 2
- OR -
- OR Keg 2 can only be a
partial keg if Keg 1 is
empty, or else the kegs
will not pour properly.
Keg 1
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Keg 2
If Keg 1 is a partial keg,
Keg 2 must NOT also be
a partial or empty keg.
If Keg 1 is a full keg,
Keg 2 must NOT be
either an empty keg or
a partial keg.
Keg 1
Keg 2
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Problem
Possible Cause(s)
Solution
Beer is too foamy
Beer is too warm
Follow the four simple steps to ensure cold beer. See
“The Importance of Temperature,” page 20.
Improper pouring technique
Determine whether to use the “Standard Pour” or the
“Modified Pour.” Review pouring instructions and
“Common Pouring Mistakes,” pages 14 and 15.
Overcarbonated keg
Tap fresh keg, and determine whether problem still
exists.
Gas is low or out
See “Understanding Gas Systems,” pages 24 and 25.
Dirty faucet
Have faucet professionally cleaned.
Dirty coupler
Have coupler professionally cleaned.
Malfunctioning coupler
Have draft system professional diagnose and repair.
Malfuctioning secondary regulator
Have draft system professional diagnose and repair.
Series kegs connected incorrectly
See “Understanding Kegs in Series,” pages 28 and 29.
Series kegs installed incorrectly
Checkball must be removed from first coupler, and
the gas check valve must be removed from the second
coupler for series kegs to dispense properly. Have draft
system professional diagnose and repair.
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BASIC DRAFT SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible Cause(s)
Solution
Beer flow has slow or
has stopped completely
Out of gas
Replace gas (see pages 24 and 25).
Gas shut off
Turn on gas (see pages 24 and 25).
Out of beer
Tap new keg.
FOB not reset
Reset FOB (see page 27).
Frozen or obstructed beer line
Have draft system professional diagnose and repair.
Out of gas
Replace gas (see pages 24 and 25).
Gas shut off
Turn on gas (see pages 24 and 25).
Improper gas blend
Have draft system professional diagnose and repair.
Beer is pouring too slowly
Have draft system professional diagnose and repair.
Glassware not “beer clean”
Glassware with soap film or other residue will destroy
the foam collar produced when pouring beer. Some
plastic cups also have residues that quickly kill foam
collars. Ensure you are washing your glassware
with residue-free cleaners.
Beer is too flat
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For more information contact:
Laminar Technologies, LLC
440 N Wells St, Ste 510
Chicago, IL 60610 U.S.A.
www.turbotap.com
TurboTap and related technologies are protected by U.S. Patents 5,842,617 and 7,040,359 with additional US and foreign patent applications pending.
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