GSSTM

Semi-Automatic Keg WashersThe fastest, most efficient

semi-automatic keg washers for mid-level breweries on the market today!

Keg Washer Operation Manual

Read this manual before

starting up your m

achine!

Seriously, read this first!

Serial number:

For parts and information, go to the Global Stainless Systems, Inc. website,then the

“About Us” page, and then the “Contact” page for the email link.

www.globalstainlesssystems.com

Keg Manual Version 051912

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The GSSTM Semi-Automatic Keg WasherOpeRatiOn Manual

before you start

read the Pre-start instructions

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components - front View

A. Panel (dual) with status window and control switches

B. Cleaning head(s)

C. Lock-down lever(s)

D. Heater control knob

E. Sanitizing tank

F. Caustic tank

G. Emergency stop button

H. Caustic low-flow valve(s)

a

B

C

D

F

e

G

H

B

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components - back View

A. Air hose connection

B. CO2 connection

C. Water connection

D. Primary air-pressure gauge

E. Secondary air-pressure gauge

F. Sanitizer low-flow valves

B

C

e

aD

F F

B

C

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before you start Your GSSTM Semi-Automatic Keg Washer....

This is a 208-220 3-phase electrically operated unit! MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE CORRECT PLUG. DO NOT MODIFY ONE TO FIT THE OUTLET.

EVERY TIME YOU START—MAKE SURE THE POWER IS OFF BEFORE PLUGGING IN OR TURNING ON THE POWER.

EVERY TIME YOU START—MAKE SURE THE HEATER TANK HAS LIqUID IN IT. IF THE HEATER IS TURNED ON WITHOUT LIqUID IN THE TANK, IT WILL BURN OUT.

MAKE SURE TO READ THE REST OF THIS OPERATION MANUAL FOR MORE SAFETY AND OPERATING TIPS.

REVIEW THE LOCATIONS OF THE COMPONENTS MENTIONED IN THIS MANUAL, ON PAGES 2 AND 3.

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The Panel: (Dual head shown here.) Review the factory pre-set time values in the panel section on page 10 and 11. The time/values are set at the recommended settings for efficient use of the washer in optimum conditions. If adjustments are necessary, also see pages 10, and 11 for setting up the values you prefer.

The Heater:Turn on the caustic tank heater 30-60 minutes ahead of operation. (Warning! Make sure the heater tank has liquid in it. )It is recommended that the first time you use the keg washer, that you test the temperature in the tank after warm-up. If necessary, adjust it to meet the recommended temperature cited on the chemical manufacturer’s recommendations.

Heater adjustment instructions:Turn knob on the heater to set the thermostat to your desired degree.

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the first tiMe you startSee the component locations on pages 12 and 13

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The low-flow valves:The caustic and sanitizer low-flow valves are set at the factory.

The solutions:

the first tiMe you startcontinued

Fill caustic solution in the caustic tank as recommended by the manufacturer, but not to exceed 3%.

Fill sanitizer solution in the sanitizer tank as recommended by the manufacturer.

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1. Cover the cleaning heads prior to starting unit. Liquid may come out of the heads prior to first cycle.

eVery tiMe you start

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2. Warm-up: (Warning! Make sure the heater tank has liquid in it.) Turn on the caustic tank heater 30-60 minutes ahead of warming for liquid.

3. Attach air source,(A).Attach CO2 source, (B). Attach water source (C).

4 . Air-Pressure: Make sure the primary air pressure is set between 90-100 psi—and that the secondary air pressure is set between 40-50 psi.

5. Cleaning Head: Make sure the cleaning head is in the lower (down/off) position.

a

B C

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6. Turn on power (red switch). Wait for green “ready” light.

7. Turn on sanitizer pump switch. Turn on caustic pump switch.

8. Slide Keg into place being careful to guide the keg neck into the horseshoe.

9. Engage lock-down lever.

10. Press “Start” button.

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11. Machine will run through the cycles until the panel meter reaches “100%.” (Single head machine panel shown here.)

For the Dual Head machine:

12. While Keg A is running through the cleaning/sanitizing cycles, set up for Keg B by following steps 8-11 above, and finish with step 13 and 14.

For the Single and the Dual Head machine:

13. When Keg A’s panel meter reaches “100%” and returns to 0%...

14. Disengage the lock-down lever, and remove the keg.

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panel adjustments

From the Status screen,

Press the F1 key to go to the Stage Time Settings

Press F2 or F3, F4 or F5 respectively to raise or lower the stage times.

Press F1 to proceed to the next setup screen. There are 5 stage setup screens (10 stages).

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Starting the Kegwasher will return you to the Status screen.

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trouble shooting

Problem Solution AdjustmentToo much liquid left in the keg at the end of operation

Make sure keg is empty prior to cleaning,More time may be needed to push the liquid out.

Adjust the time/value settings on the panel per the panel adjustment section on pages 10, and 11.

OR the secondary air regulator may not be set high enough.

Set the PSI levels higher in the secondary air regulator in increments of 5-10 percent until satisfied with the results.

For other troubleshooting questions, go to the Global Stainless Systems, Inc. website, then the

“About Us” page, and then the “Contact” page for the email link.

www.globalstainlesssystems.com

or email: steve@globalstainlesssystems.com

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Specifications and Requirements:

Single Head Machine

uSingle head unit will clean approximately 15* kegs per hour

uFive hand operated ball valves for process

uThree hand operated ball valves for drains

uApproximately 30” deep x 42” wide, loading bars at 32”

Dual Head Machine uDual head unit will clean approximately

40* kegs per hour

uApproximately 36” deep x 48” wide, loading bars at 32”

uControl Panel includes a CPU that runs the cleaning programs for both sides

uThe panel also includes the pump motor starters and the heater terminals

uEach side has a custom air operated cleaning head that also locks down the keg during the entire cleaning cycle

Requirements:uWater: 50/60 psi

uAir: 100 psi at 20cfm (regulator included)

uCo2: 30 psi (1/2” id tube from regulator)

uElec: 208/240 3 phase 30A

Requirements:uWater: 50/60 psi

uAir: 80 psi at 15cfm

uCo2: 30 psi (1/4” id tube from regulator)

uElec: 220 1phase 40A

No more wrestling with hoses and tap heads!

The unique keg lock-down device on the GSSTM Semi-Automatic Keg Washers is what sets the machine apart from all other washers on the market. The device guides the keg valve neck into the clamp. Once the control lever is engaged, the clamp locks the keg in place while the custom cleaning head inserts into the keg valve. From there the CPU panel controls the cleaning and sanitizing cycles with a flip of a switch and a push of a button! The dual-head unit cleans up to 40 kegs/hour!