Draft Beer System Repair and Solutions For Your Bar

A draft beer system is an important tool for a restaurant, taphouse or brewery. It needs constant attention by a professional, or by someone who understands how to operate a draft beer system. Most of the problems with beer systems start with the temperature. Wrong applied pressure, the type of gas used, and malfunctioning equipment. In this blog post, we will go over common draft beer system repair solutions, and why it's important to have a qualified professional. Overseeing your draft beer system.

How to Troubleshoot Common Problems With a Draft Beer System

When it comes to troubleshooting a draft beer system, the first step is to identify the problem. Many common problems start with temperature. Next, improper pressure, and malfunctioning dispensing equipment. Once the problem's identified, the next step is to determine the right course of action. Here's a list of the most common problems in draft beer systems below for you to view.

What Are The Best Ways to Maintain a Draft Beer System

One of the best ways to maintain a draft beer system is with regular beer line cleaning and sanitizing the components. This will help to prevent any build-up of bacteria or other contaminants that can cause problems. Second, it will give the line cleaner time to review the entire beer system.

‍Here's a Beer System Checklist Video to watch.

Additionally, it is important to check the other parts to the beer system like the beer cooler. Making sure it's at temperature. The right applied gas to the system. Whether it's pure Co2 on a direct draw. Which would be 12-15 PSI. If it's a mixed gas application it depends on the type of beers.

Which could include beer gas 25 percent Co2/75 Nitrogen or a blended gas of 70 percent Co2 and 30 percent Nitrogen and so on.

If any problems are found, it is important to contact a professional draft beer system technician to make the necessary repairs.

3 Most Common Problems With Draft Beer Systems and How to Fix Them

There are three common problems that can occur with a draft beer system, and they are as follows:

1. Incorrect Temperature – One of the most common problems with a draft beer system is incorrect temperature. The culprits include improper dispensing temperature. The Cooler is warm because people walk in and out. Raising the temp of the cooler. Or the cooler isn't set at the right temperature. Temperature needs to be 38 degrees.

2. Improper Pressure – Another common problem with a draft beer system is improper pressure. Could be the wrong applied pressure, or wrong mix of gas used. Other factors include, a leak in the system or an incorrect setting on the regulator. If the problem is not corrected, it can lead to beer foam and wasted beer investment.

3. Malfunctioning Dispensing Equipment – The third most common problem with a draft beer system. Is malfunctioning dispensing equipment. This can be a ripped gasket or dirty lines. If the problem is not corrected, it can lead to increased pour costs.

If you are having problems with your draft beer system, it is important to contact a professional draft beer system technician. Techs have the knowledge and experience to fix the problem asap.

Hire a Professional For Your Draft Beer System Repairs

There are a few reasons why you should hire a professional for your draft beer system repairs.

First, they have the necessary knowledge and training to diagnose the problem and make the necessary repairs. Second, they can help you save money in the long run by ensuring that your draft beer system is running right. Last, they can help you avoid potential problems in the future.

Who is The Most Qualified Person For This Job

Not any beer technicians either. Look for certifications by either Perlick, Micro Matic, or the Brewers Association. Then ask them what type of projects have they worked on? Breweries, Taphouses, Restaurants, Casinos, Stadiums etc.

For example: I am Micro Matic certified as a draft technician.

Have over 10 years of experience designing, installing and over seeing draft beer projects over the country. My past jobs include well know breweries in town like Crux, Boneyard, 10 Barrel, Goodlife and Sunriver Brewing to name a few. I've also worked on draft beer systems for PENN Gaming/Bartstool Sports, Ceasers Entertainment and MGM.

This will tell you whether you want this tech overseeing your beer system. Like, I mentioned above. A great draft tech will save you a lot of money in the long run, and make you money by maximizing your keg yield.

Summary

If you are having problems with your draft beer system.

The best thing to do is identify the problem and troubleshoot with the following the checklist provided above, and here again.

Then check the temperature, pressure, and dispensing equipment to see if they are any other system problems. Keep in mind. It is worth your time to contact a draft tech if need be.

To get the most out of your draft beer system, it is important to maintain its performance daily. A qualified draft tech cleaning your beer lines is good a way to go about this.

So if you want to avoid potential problems in the future, and save yourself time and money. Then you should hire a professional draft beer system technician.

We hope this article has helped you understand common troubleshooting solutions. And the importance of hiring a professional for your draft beer system repairs. If you have any questions or would like more information, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help!